FOOD & DRINK
Hellertown’s Summer Concert Series Kicks Off May 19
The Hellertown-Lower Saucon Chamber of Commerce’s annual Music in the Park Summer Concert Series kicks off Sunday, May 19 at 6 p.m. in Morris J. Dimmick Park in Hellertown. Mark your calendars! The Hellertown-Lower Saucon Chamber of Commerce’s annual Music in the Park Summer Concert Series kicks off Sunday, May 19 at 6 p.m. in Morris J. Dimmick Park in Hellertown.
‘Thank you to everyone’: Lehigh Valley gas station and convenience store to close
COOPERSBURG, Pa. - A destination for fuel, food and more is set to end operations on Monday. A Speedway gas station and convenience store will hold its last day of business on Monday, May 6, at 308 N. Third St. in Coopersburg, Lehigh County, according to storefront signage. “Thank you...
Stargaze at Northampton County Park May 17
The meetup will take place in the wide-open turf grass on the west side of Louise W. Moore Park, which is located at 151 Country Club Road, Easton. If you would like to see stars, the Northampton County Parks and Recreation Division will host a stargazing event on Friday, May 17. The meetup will take place in the wide-open turf grass on the west side of Louise W. Moore Park, which is located at 151 Country Club Road, Easton. Attendees should park in the West lot.
In latest arrival at shopping center, Promenade Saucon Valley will welcome a new sports store
Pennsylvania sports fans, rejoice: Rally House is coming to Promenade Saucon Valley this summer. The 5,903-square-foot storefront will be between Barnes & Noble and J. Crew Factory, which opened last month. “We are excited to welcome Rally House to our fast-growing retail lineup,” says Jaclyn Palmeri, vice president of leasing for the Upper Saucon Township shopping center. “And we know our ...
'Feel at home': Restaurant veteran opens new dining establishment at former Bell Hall space in Allentown
ALLENTOWN, Pa. - A tasty new concept is serving up made-from-scratch dishes for breakfast, lunch and dinner at a prominent dining space in downtown Allentown. Max & Butters, a full-service restaurant offering American cuisine with a Mediterranean twist, held a soft opening with a limited menu at 4 p.m. Wednesday, May 8, at 612 Hamilton St., owner Marta Petrokehagias said.
New restaurant spicing up Lehigh Valley dining scene with bandeja paisa, baleadas, pupusas and more
EASTON, Pa. - A new full-service, BYOB restaurant is offering authentic specialties from Colombia, Honduras, Mexico and other Latin American countries in Northampton County. Mi Casa Restaurante, serving made-from-scratch tacos, baleadas, pupusas and other specialties popularized in a variety of Central American countries, held a soft opening on Sunday at 204 W. Madison St. in Easton.
Fitness Fun for Parents & Tots at Promenade’s Toddler Tuesdays
Enjoy live music, dancing and other fun Tuesdays in May from 10 to 11 a.m., weather-permitting. The Patio at Promenade Saucon Valley is hosting Toddler Tuesdays this May, featuring interactive fitness fun for parents and kids. Enjoy live music, dancing and other fun on the following Tuesdays from 10 to 11 a.m., weather-permitting:
Once-prominent Lehigh Valley sub chain down to 1 after Bethlehem site closes for good
A sub chain that once had upward of 50 locations in the Lehigh Valley and beyond is down to a single open eatery after its Bethlehem site recently closed for good. A sign on the front door of J’s Steaks and Subs, 2140 Stefko Blvd., in recent weeks stated, “Closed permanently.” Inside chairs and tables remain pushed to the side of the dining room.
Popular Local Restaurant Being Featured on Andrew Zimmern’s ‘Family Dinner’
A famous chef brought his television show to the Newtown restaurant. One of Bucks County‘s most popular eateries is being featured on a major televisions show, hosted by Andrew Zimmern, one of cooking’s biggest names. Jeff Werner wrote about the restaurant for the Newtown Patch. Vecchia Osteria by...
Ducklings hatch after duck set up shop at Promenade Shops in Upper Saucon
U. SAUCON TWP., Pa. - "Proma Mama" has earned her nickname. A mallard duck decided to make a nest in a planter at the Promenade Shops in Upper Saucon Township about a month ago. She's been waiting for her eggs to hatch ever since. Many of you have been waiting,...
'There's such a cultural background': Jimmy's Hot Dogs keeps churning out the time-honored favorite, under new ownership
PALMER TWP., Pa. - It looks like business as usual at Jimmy's Hot Dogs in Palmer Township, but there are some new faces behind the counter. Raj and Priya Muddu bought the iconic business. "I've been a Jimmy's customer like many others for the last decade and a half, ever...
Bucks County Mother’s Day spots to toast and celebrate mom for all she does
We might not like to admit it out loud, but moms can be kind of cool sometimes. And yes, she would like to try that restaurant, bar, brewery or winery she’s heard so much about — except that she’s been so busy taking care of everyone she loves.
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