December is usually one of the busiest months for restaurants, between special event bookings, catered luncheons, packed bars, and general frolicking that typically goes on. Restaurants are bringing their A-game to help diners get into the holiday spirit at home or dining out. From Christmas to…
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Don't be that guy. You know, the one who waits until the very last minute to get gifts for everyone on your list this year? Plan ahead in Lehigh Valley. With all of the options to snag great deals and one-of-a-kind finds, there's just no excuse for procrastination. We've rounded up some great gift…
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Like for most destinations and families,Turkey Day in Lehigh Valley is cause for celebration, since it marks the official start of the holidays in the Lehigh Valley region. …
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There’s something magical about a well-made sandwich. Whether it’s a creation as simple as a grilled cheese or as towering as a triple-decker club, sandwiches satisfy in a way few other foods can. And sandwiches have range. Which is why we had to set a few ground rules before we cultivated our list…
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Tacos, gyros, funnel cakes, cupcakes—you name the food, there’s a Lehigh Valley restaurant-on-wheels serving it up somewhere. “Back when we started in 2017, I felt like beyond the vendors you’d see at fairs, there were only a few of us. Now there are so many food trucks around,” says Charlie Wehr…
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If fall in Lehigh Valley wasn’t awesome enough, the region’s award-winning breweries are flowing with seasonal suds! While “pumpkin spice” is in everything edible nowadays, actual pumpkin beers date back to colonial America, so this isn’t just some trend. From mild to malty. From sweet to sour…
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As part of our recurring series, we asked the creator of an iconic Lehigh Valley offer to tell us how they created it. Next up, the flagship burger from Union & Finch, a modern American bistro in Allentown. Co-owner Shahnaz Hanna tells the story to Paul Kita. My husband Ed and I lived in New York…
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Photo credit: @igbethelhem on Instagram Pack a picnic lunch, a comfortable blanket, some sunglasses and take advantage of the many parks and cozy spots as the setting for your next picnic. The following locations call for some walking shoes as you won’t want to miss out on the nearby trails and attractions…
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In Lehigh Valley, our caffeinated choices are way more robust than just the usual two, “Dunkin’ or Starbucks?” Much like the breweries, wineries, and distilleries, coffee shops are growing and specializing in their own unique coffee blends and vibes…
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Pork and beef links. Chili sauce. Tangy mustard. Crisp onions and pickles. A perfectly steamed bun. (Obviously washed down with chocolate milk.) Few words ignite more heated debate in Lehigh Valley than, "what's your favorite hot dog?" Locals are passionate about their favorites and luckily there…
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