FOOD & DRINK
Eat, Sip, Shop: Lehigh Valley bar and lounge undergoing upgrades, 'complete transformation'
HANOVER TWP., Pa. - A longstanding spot for drinks, dancing and fun times with friends is in the midst of several changes, including fresh decor, enhanced lighting and sound, food and cocktail additions, and an updated name that celebrates its history. Jetport Plus Bar & Lounge, offering food, drinks and...
Sports & Social Allentown announces lineup for free outdoor summer concert series
ALLENTOWN, Pa. - A dining and entertainment concept in Allentown has announced the lineup for its free outdoor summer concert series. Sports & Social Allentown announced the schedule of performers for its new “Allentown Rocks” free outdoor summer concert series. Held on the Sports & Social Allentown patio...
Quakertown Native and Pop Sensation Sabrina Carpenter to Make SNL Debut May 18
Quakertown native and pop sensation Sabrina Carpenter is gearing up for her debut on Saturday Night Live on May 18. Quakertown native and pop sensation Sabrina Carpenter is gearing up for her debut on Saturday Night Live on May 18, writes Franki Rudnesky for PhillyVoice. Carpenter’s recent single, “Espresso,” has...
Art sale in Allentown to raise money to support Ukrainian troops
ALLENTOWN, Pa. — An art sale is being organized this month to support the Ukrainian military. It's in honor of Yurii Shtyk, a young man living here in the Lehigh Valley who came here as a refugee and lost his father in the war almost one year ago. We met Shtyk, Father Richard Jendras, and Jerry Kindrachuk in a warehouse in Easton filled from floor to ceiling with paintings.
2 Lehigh Valley dessert icons teaming up for something sweet at former Chocolate Lab in Bethlehem
Two Lehigh Valley businesses specializing in sweet treats are teaming up to create a new dipped soft serve concept. Batch Microcreamery and Truffle Bar will be taking over the former Chocolate Lab location at 446 Main St. in Bethlehem and opening up Twisted & Dipped this summer. The concept: soft serve ice cream from Batch that customers can choose to either keep as is, top with traditional ...
Promenade Saucon Valley to Host 2nd Annual Fashion Night
According to a Promenade Saucon Valley news release, “the event will be a fun-filled evening showcasing styles from several retailers, including American Eagle, Banana Republic, Chico’s, Francesca’s, J.Crew Factory, J. Jill, L.L. Bean, Lucky Brand, Soma, Sweet Diehl Boutique and White House Black Market.”. Est. Read Time:...
Batch Microcreamery Brings Batter Up to the Valley This Summer
Batch Microcreamery is adored by locals who frequent their Center Valley location and, now, the ice cream brand is launching Batter Up by Batch Microcreamery in Bethlehem, combining two beloved treats into one delightful culinary experience. “Picture a warm, crispy Liege waffle topped with a decadent scoop of handcrafted ice cream and toppings,” says co-owner Rick Pongracz. “Batter Up aims to offer a diverse waffle and ice cream menu where each bite brings together the textures and flavors of waffles and ice cream.” The menu will include gluten-free waffles, waffle sandwiches, freshly made waffle cones and more. “The goal is to create a unique destination where customers can savor the perfect harmony of warm, freshly made waffles and our handcrafted super-premium ice cream,” he says. The design of the shop will be inviting and playful, embracing a modern and Instagram-worthy appeal while creating a visually pleasing environment for customers to savor their sweet experiences.
Order a MIXXTINI at MIXX at Wind Creek Bethlehem
Is there a drink less controversial than the espresso martini? The unanimously adored cocktail has earned a reputation of having a sort of domino effect when it comes to ordering. In other words, if someone at your table requests an espresso martini, chances are at least four others will follow. That’s just the rules. We don’t make them.
Butterflies migrating, and know your invasive dame’s rocket from wild phlox | Lehigh Valley Nature Watch
It’s now the second full week of May and the outside world is alive with activity. Plants are growing and blooming, insects are flying around, and so are a lot of different butterflies, although it’s early for many of them. Properly identifying butterflies, except for a few common...
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