Lehigh Valley Style August 2021

WOMEN WOMEN WOMEN WOMEN

Get to know Skye Henry, nominated by Sarah Petryk pg. 47

August 2021

Plays like a kid.

Jumps like a kid.

Falls like a kid.

Must be a kid.

Good thing we built an emergency room just for kids.

After 10 years, the community’s only Children’s ER has a new, bigger space. Thanks to the generosity of the Breidegam Family, the new Children’s ER is now doubled in size.

NEW Breidegam Family Children’s ER includes: • Doctors and nurses specially trained in pediatric emergency medicine • Child-life specialists to help kids cope with an ER visit • Child-friendly design for kids of all ages – newborn to teens • A separate, dedicated entrance • Sensory-friendly spaces • Spacious waiting room with a play area and café Visit LVHN.org/childrensER to learn more.

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River Ridge Farm

Anthony Drive

Derby Lane

Set on 98+ acres in Bucks County, the circa 1823 pointed stone home was restored in 2018. Wide plank floors, exposed stone walls, 9 ft ceilings & plenty of windows. Bank barn, indoor/outdoor arenas, & stables.

4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths. $3,250,000

This home has a premium lot overlooking the adjacent golf course greens. A new deck & patio with a newly landscaped backyard is the centerpiece, a final complement to this artfully designed & elegantly executed home. 5 BRs, 4.5 baths. $625,000

This charming colonial in Bethlehem Township is light and bright with a flexible floor plan. With over 2,900 square feet, Derby Lane is a move-in ready home in the desirable Highland Park neighborhood. 5 bedrooms, 3.5 baths. $449,000

Pineville Manor

Highspire

Saratoga Manor

A quiet country road in Buckingham Township is the setting for this spacious home. Resting on over 2 acres and nestled against farmland, Pineville Manor is the perfect blend of rural charm and modern amenities.

4 bedrooms. 2.5 baths $1,199,000

The home provides an abundance of privacy while being close to needed amenities. The location is convenient, with shopping and dining just a few minutes away, and easy access to commuter routes to both Philadelphia and New York. 4 BRs. $1,150,000

A classic home with custom upgrades, Saratoga Manor is modern living at its finest. Built by Tuskes and based on their Preakness model, the expanded floor plan is brimming with amenities to suit all lifestyles. 6 BRs, 5.5 baths. $999,000

Mine Hill

89 Acres in Tinicum Twp

Premium Building Lots

Combining a quiet country setting with convenient access to major highways, quaint villages, fine dining and numerous inviting activities. Brazilian cherry floors are warm and welcoming, running throughout most of the first floor. 4 BRs. $950,000

This 89 acre parcel offers rarely available acreage with a conservancy easement in place to preserve nature’s splendor & a building envelope sheltered from view.

Tucked in the Bucks County countryside, minutes to I-78, NJ, Doylestown. $1,050,000

Meadows & forest embraced by rolling green hills, within minutes of the Saucon Valley Country Club & the vibrant Allentown & Bethlehem downtowns. Lots are designed to accommodate homes over 4,500 sq.ft., 2 to 6 acre lots starting at $300,000

CONTENTS

PHOTO BY ALISON CONKLIN

August 10 THIS MONTH’S PICKS

What We’re Loving Right Now

13 TRENDING NOW

News, Notes & Quotes

18 GET THE GOODS Pie + Tart

21 ASK THE EXPERT

Gain Confidence in Managing Your Finances for the Future

24 INSIGHT

Michelle Marciniak

30 5 THINGS Girls’ Night

34 ECO-FRIENDLY ECONOMY

Shop with a Sustainable Slant

40 WOMEN OF SUBSTANCE Introducing 5 Local Inspirers (And a Few They’ve Inspired)

62 INSIDE DISH

The Farmer and the Chickpea

66 BEYOND THE MENU

Anchovy Pasta & Grilled Lamb, Chef Luciano Burriesci

COVER PHOTO

Women of Substance, photographed

by Alison Conklin.

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68 DINING GUIDE

Where to Go to Please Your Palate

The Farmer and the Chickpea’s brunch board is designed to be shared, pg. 62

72 EAT THIS Poke Bowl

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EDITOR’S LETTER On set with photographer Alison Conklin and Style’s new Art Director Taylor Van Kooten

3 THINGS

our publisher, Pam Deller, is looking forward to this month! pdeller@lehighvalleystyle.com

Substance, Style 34 & Sustainability When we talk about Lehigh Valley Style, sometimes those unfamiliar willautomatically assume we’re all about fashion. Flattering, sure, but we are not a fashion magazine.

That’s not to say we don’t appreciate fashion or haven’t enjoyed celebrating local style over the years—we certainly have and will continue to do so!—but at our core, we are a magazine that celebrates the Lehigh Valley and those who live and work here. So, when it came time to talk about this year’s annual women’s feature, which has, over the last five years, continued to transition from focusing on fashion to concentrating on the woman behind the clothes, we decided to name it “Women of Substance,” calling on readers to nominate a woman who inspires them, not for her clothes, but for all of who she is.

We wondered: Would readers get it?

Would we receive any nominations? How was this going to go? As the nominations poured in, we realized that not only did readers get

it, they exceeded our expectations. As we read through all of the nominations, every one struck us as so real, so heartwarming and so incredibly personal that we chose to feature each nominator alongside the nominee, publishing their candid written submissions in this edition. Turn to pg. 40 to get to know these local inspirers and just a few (of the I’m sure many) that they’ve inspired. And you can add me to the list of inspired.

Whether we’re speaking of style or substance, the topic of sustainability remains at the forefront of all of our lives. The fashion industry is making major strides toward a greener future, and the way that we all spend our time and our money will ultimately make the greatest impact. Find out how to shop with a sustainable slant right here in the Lehigh Valley by supporting the businesses on pg. 34.

Overall, we hope this edition leaves you feeling inspired.

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Going greener.

Being inspired by amazing women.

Finally dining at The Farmer and the Chickpea!

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Located near the beautiful fields of Lehigh University, this elegant carriage-style townhome provides luxurious, maintenance-free living with a gourmet kitchen and custom millwork throughout.

3 bedrooms, 3 full/1 half baths. $619,900

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STAFF SPEAKS VOLUME 22, ISSUE 8

President/CEO Paul Prass

A sustainable habit of mine is…

Vice President/COO Lisa Prass Publisher Pamela Deller Editor Kristen Rinaldi

I love living fashionably sustainable by shopping second-hand and vintage!

Art Director Taylor Van Kooten Director of Creative Services Erica Montes Graphic Designer Thomas Körp

G et m in s pir or e f or g o at i on in g g on p g r e en . 3 4!

In addition to supporting sustainably-minded businesses locally, I try to do the same when shopping nationally.

Reformation has the most stylish stuff and with each purchase, they share how many pounds of carbon dioxide and gallons of water were saved by shopping with them.

Senior Sales & Marketing Account Manager Kellie Bartholomew

I personally hate plastic bags.

I try to use my own bags when food shopping, and if I do get plastic bags, I take them back to the recycling bin at the store.

Sales & Marketing Account Managers Denise Lichty, Kelsey Rodocker, Pam Taylor Marketing & Events Manager Kelli Hertzog Contributing Writers Alison Conklin, Carrie Havranek, Morgan Kornfeind, Amy Unger, Daisy Willis Contributing Photographers Marco Calderon, Alison Conklin, Shelbie Pletz Proofreader Lori McLaughlin Accounting Donna Bachman, Sarah Varano Circulation Manager Andrea Karges

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I don’t use plastic water bottles− instead I have a ZeroWater container in my fridge!

I love composting for my garden, and I vote and volunteer for political candidates who take the issue of sustainability seriously.

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WORKING ON THIS ISSUE

DAISY WILLIS Contributing Writer When I saw the picture on The Yoga Lab’s website of friends hanging upside down holding hands across the gap between their aerial hammocks, my heart melted and I had to include it in the 5 Things piece highlighting local girls’ night recommendations.

Let’s create health and happiness in your home.

KRISTEN RINALDI

There are certain spaces in our homes where we create health and happiness. Enjoy bath, kitchen and lighting products in room settings that help you envision them in your home. Working displays allow you to choose with confidence. Frank Webb Home’s friendly experts delight in helping you make these spaces your own.

Editor I had the most wonderful time on set with Alison, Taylor and everyone featured in our Women of Substance piece. Every year we say it’s our favorite yet—and this time was no different!

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THIS MONTH’S PICKS

Think

PINK Audrey Hepburn said it best: “I believe in pink.” In honor of our women’s edition, we invite you to celebrate the playfulness and the femininity of this iconic color.

Is there anything better than a pink drink? Find us sipping on the Periste’ri (a.k.a. Paloma) at Yianni’s Taverna. It’s Altos Plata tequila, fresh lime juice, Three Cents grapefruit soda and comes with a salted rim. yiannistaverna.com

Sorrelli is putting their own twist on the neon trend of the moment with their recent collection: Electric Pink. Make any outfit way more fun with these sparkling accessories. sorrelli.com

Don’t sleep on the Estelle Colored Glass drinkware craze.

The blush pink champagne coupe stemware set will elevate any and every toast. Cheers! estellecoloredglass.com

You can’t go wrong with a blush manicure, but we’re feeling inspired to get creative with our nail art this season. Check out this Deconstructed French style at Oliver’s Salon and Spa. oliverssalonspa.com

We’re obsessed with everything The Modern Bakery creates—and these chic cakesickles are no different.

When we’re not drooling over their Instagram, we’re counting down the days until their storefront debuts in Downtown Easton. themodernbakery.com

Did you know Josh Early’s famous nonpareils are available in pink? Stock up for your next girls’ night in or gift them to the gal pal in your life. joshearlycandies.com

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TRENDING NOW

REACH YOUR PEAK

SUMMIT VIEW COUNSELING

After meeting by chance more than 15 years ago, Jessica Lievendag, MA, and Colleen Madden Pellegrino, MSW, ended up working together at the same private practice in Bethlehem. Over a cup of coffee, they decided to open their own practice—Summit View Counseling. “Summit View was founded on the values of empowerment and collaboration,” says Lievendag. “We believe in empowering clients to get to their summit of emotional well-being. Through new insights, those who participate in therapy can heal, improve their confidence and thrive in their relationships.” This past May, Summit View Counseling celebrated its sixth anniversary. “Within that time, our office has seen more than 22,000 sessions,” says Lievendag. And with a beautiful new office space on South Cedar Crest Boulevard, Summit View Counseling has all the tools they need to help clients cultivate a happier and healthier life.

1275 S. Cedar Crest Blvd. Suite 3A, Allentown | 610.351.3477 summitviewcounseling.com

Try the Kirby, pictured here, topped with pickle slaw and chopped dill.

License to Grill DRIP: THE FLAVOR LAB

Quality meets flavor at Hellertown’s newest family-friendly burger and chicken joint. “Drip is brand-new, and it’s here for everyone,” says chef-owner Andrew Murtha. “We want to give people a great place to hang out and drop all worries at the door.” Drip boasts a delicious menu filled with favorites like My Big Fat Greek Burger and the Nashville Hot chicken sandwich. Murtha founded Drip after exiting the fine dining scene. He wanted to create a casual, care-free place where locals could hang out. “Being in a blue-collar steel town, and well over ‘ego’ food and pretentious behavior, I figured, give people what they want and do it to the best of my ability,” says Murtha. “Fine dining is fun, but fame is fleeting. At the end of the game, the king and the pawns end up in the same box.”

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GLOW GETTER

MUSE MODERN MED SPA

Owner-aesthetician Samara Wehbeh wanted to bring a unique vibe to the Valley that was not offered anywhere else. “I had a vision in mind that I was passionate about making into a reality,” she says. “I’ve made a lot of personal connections with people over the years and the one common aspect is all of the everyday insecurities we deal with as human beings. When I thought about that some more, I knew I needed a career path that went hand in hand with helping people feel more comfortable about how they felt about themselves.” Wehbeh strives to create a customized skincare experience for every client. Muse Modern Med Spa offers laser hair removal as well as a variety of laser treatments, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, Botox, teeth whitening and more.

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VOICES OF THE VALLEY

Amanda K. Buss EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF CSCGLV

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For the last 17 years, the Cancer Support Community of the Greater Lehigh Valley (CSCGLV) has supported more than 45,000 visitors in over 10,000 programs.

Their mission means the world to executive director Amanda K. Buss, and for a good reason.

“I was diagnosed with breast cancer at age 28,” says Buss. “As a mom to a young daughter, I was overwhelmed by emotions and concern. I had no idea the journey I was about to embark on, but knew I needed to educate myself and find support to help me get through it.”

On a visit to her oncologist, Buss found a brochure for CSCGLV and immediately signed up for her first program: kids’ support. “I wanted my

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daughter to know she wasn’t the only child with a mom undergoing treatment,” says Buss. “I wasn’t the only bald mom and that it is helpful and encouraged to talk about your feelings. Almost immediately, I knew we both were getting the emotional support we needed.”

Now, 14 years and 12 cancer recurrences later, Buss leads the charge in supporting this amazing organization so that no one faces cancer alone.

“Serving as executive director of CSCGLV has fulfilled me both professionally and personally.

When you can marry your passion with your work, you can achieve amazing results.”

In 2016, the CSCGLV partnered with the American

Cancer Society for an important goal—to conquer the side effects of cancer. Their wig salon was founded with the mission of fostering confidence and restoring a sense of normalcy to those facing cancer. “Clients are fitted in a beautiful boutiquestyle room adorned with a crystal chandelier,” says Buss. “Our wig fitter, a retired cosmetologist, is trained in fitting and caring for the synthetic wigs we provide— again, at no charge to anyone in treatment for cancer. She advises clients among the many wig styles and hair colors.” Men or women who are interested in getting fitted are encouraged to call the CSCGLV office to schedule an appointment.

THE TIMES BUILDING

This amazing historic building has held its sentinel position over Main Street, Springtown, for almost 130 years. First as a general store and later as the local newspaper, it has watched over the ever-changing community. It now houses 2 apartments, 2 office spaces and a retail space. $459,000

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WHERE EVERY SIP GETS BETTER

BLENDED BY BRÜ DADDY’S

From the team behind Brü Daddy’s Brewing Company, Blended has arrived on the Allentown ArtsWalk. “Our mission is to bring a ‘bold and unexpected’ concept to the ArtsWalk,” says Richard Ryan, owner and CEO. “We will feature popular American foods with a cultural twist. Our lively bar has a full menu of signature and tiki drinks.”

Some favorites on the Blended menu include their cheesesteak dumplings, hot chicken bao buns and flatbreads. Locals can enjoy these delicious bites on Blended’s beautiful outdoor patio accompanied by live music and party games.

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Find It Fridays Head to lehighvalleystyle.com each week for our Find It Friday series, a curated list of cool experiences, eats and things to do in the Lehigh Valley. Want to share your own finds with us?

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DID YOU KNOW?

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Get to Know

PARTNER CONTENT

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ared Geake was six years old when he started helping at Geakers Tacos’ first restaurant in Wind Gap, standing on milk crates at the counter. To prepare for opening his family’s current restaurant in Bethlehem Township—and knowing that education is the key to success—Jared furthered his education in management and marketing. It was during this time that he met his wife, Katie. After eight years together, they got married and started a family.

Fast-forward several years. Once their daughter, Raegan, started school, Jared and Katie decided to take on a new project: Geakers at the Lehigh Valley Zoo. It opened in 2019. “Jared took this venture on and ran with it,” says Kevin Geake, co-owner of Geakers Tacos and Jared’s dad. 2021 so far has been wildly successful. “Everything really took off this past year, especially when everyone was beyond ready to get back out and do things.”

When schools went online and hybrid, young Raegan was able to go to work with her parents. She’s learned all sorts of new skills by standing on milk crates behind the counter, just like her dad did when he started out. Says Kevin: “Raegan loves to help. She puts orders into the register, makes slushies, gets soft pretzels and ice cream, hands the order slips back, gives change and washes trays. All of the hard work that has been put into all aspects of this family business has made it a huge success.”

Jared Geake took this venture on and ran with it.

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Pie + Tart

Lisa Yelagin and Anne Gerr are serving up Australian classics like meat pies and sausage rolls in Easton, along with a fresh variety of fruit, custard and crumb-crusted delights. Stop in this month to indulge in their selection of seasonal peach treats! .

LISA YELAGIN & ANNE GERR Co-Owners

Tell us about your journey to opening Pie + Tart!

Both of us had been interested in food and cooking for years, and we each had formal training—Lisa in an apprenticeship program in Australia, and Anne at the Culinary School at Kendall College, then in Evanston, Illinois. Skip ahead a decade or two, and we both were inspired to return to the kitchen after years of doing other things, like raising kids, moving hither and yon, and the like.

Fate stepped in, and we found ourselves back at it at Common Space, a commercial kitchen space in Downtown Easton. It took slightly more than a fortnight to realize how much we had in common, and a split second later, plans to join forces were hatched.

This month, peaches will dominate the menu at Pie + Tart.

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Describe what you mean when you say that Pie + Tart is “an urban bakery.”

The phrase refers to our desire to draw inspiration from the energy, sophistication and foodways of not only great cities we’ve both been lucky to visit and live in, but also to recognize the vibrant little city of Easton.

Tell us about your range of offerings. How much does “This Week’s Bake” menu vary?

We do have a few items that can almost always be found in the shop: sausage rolls, chicken pot pies and apple turnovers come to mind, though we stick to categories rather than having the same set menu items. This means the customer will always be likely to find a vegetarian dinner pie, a choice of meat pies and an ever-changing selection of fruit, custard and crumb-crusted pies. Customer favorites might rotate more frequently, but there will be plenty of new things, too.

You specialize in Australian pies and sausage rolls. Tell us about those!

For whatever reason, the English tradition of meat pies was kept alive in Australia to a degree that did not survive here in the U.S., at least

not much past the alwayscomforting chicken pot pie.

Down Under, handheld meat pies are a staple at sporting events, as road food at gas stations and on every school’s lunch menu, while sausage rolls effectively take the place of hot dogs, in all possible scenarios.

What kind of seasonal treats will be available this month?

Peaches, peaches and more peaches will dominate the selection this month, along with all of late summer’s bounty, like nectarines, berries and the first of the new season apples.

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Talk about the Secret Pie Society!

As we have sworn oaths of secrecy, we can only say that it is a pie subscription service.

Please investigate on our website for all the tasty details!

You offer frozen items at a discounted price. Tell us about that and how locals can take advantage of it.

Periodically, and to keep our inventory fresh, we do discount frozen items. They are always delicious, and terribly convenient to have at home in case of pie emergencies.

Tell us about something you are absolutely obsessed with right now.

Rhubarb! It’s an amazing vegetable that we use like a fruit in all sorts of wonderful pies. We sell a shocking number of strawberry rhubarb pies—with crumb topping, cobbler topping, lattice, etc.

Once it’s gone, though, we just have to wait for next year.

What do you love about being based in Easton?

Easton has the most vibrant, creative and supportive small-business community!

Not to mention, the best customers in the entire world— we are lucky enough to be able to call many of our customers our friends.

444 Northampton St., Easton 484.202.0235 | 2inhand.com

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Few things cause more fights and sleepless nights than fears about finances, but with curiosity and attention, money can become more of an opportunity than a source of stress. Kathryn M. Brown, cofounder and principal of Morton Brown Family Wealth, is here to demystify money matters for those of us wondering how to save and invest for a prosperous future.

WHY IS MONEY SUCH A FRAUGHT FIELD?

Because most people don’t receive consistent education on how to manage money, we’re left to form beliefs and feelings about it in a

haphazard fashion. “We learn about finances from the people around us,” Brown says. “How our parents manage or don’t manage money, experiences that we have had or we have heard of others having. People are looking around to see what everyone else is doing.”

Along with this anecdotal data, talking about money is almost taboo. Without clear and open conversations, we concoct our own assumptions and anxieties.

To get a grip, start with your budget. “You don’t have to track down to the penny,” Brown says, “but understand what’s going into your bank account each month and

what’s going out.” A general rule is that if you can set aside and invest 10 percent of your income throughout your life, you’ll have a great jump-start on retirement.

UNDERSTAND STOCKS AND BONDS

Basically, buying stocks is buying part of a company, and their worth is tied to the company’s success. “If it does well,” Brown says, “you earn money alongside the company.

If it goes out of business, you could lose your investment.”

Bonds, meanwhile, are loans to companies, municipalities or governments that pay you back interest with the promise to

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ASK THE EXPERT ultimately return the principal in full. Bonds are typically less risky, but the trade-off is a cap to your earnings potential, as compared to stocks.

Putting your money into a broad mix of these minimizes risk. Your strategy can start out with more stocks as you’re trying to grow an aggressive portfolio and then shift to more bonds as you’re entering retirement.

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Cash is vital for your everyday operations and provides a bucket for emergency use.

However, if you’re stashing away more than six months of expenses, it’s probably time to start investing. Cash will lose relative value over time with the onset of inflation.

Compound earnings on invested money accrues to reap greater benefits over long periods of time, which is an antidote to the devaluing dollar. The good news is: time is on your side!

Give your money the chance to grow by first capitalizing on opportunities for free money. “Make sure you’re contributing enough to your employer’s retirement plan to maximize any matching contributions they may offer,” Brown says. “It’s usually an easy place to start.”

Understand what’s going into your bank account each month and what’s going out.

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Beyond emergency savings and your employer-sponsored retirement plan, it may be time to start working with an advisor or a robo-advisor. Some firms require a minimum investment, others don’t. Large custodians like Charles Schwab, Fidelity and Vanguard offer options for advice, whether you are starting with zero or a million dollars.

“As your investments grow, typically the complexities in the rest of your financial life grow as well. At that point it may be time to engage with a dedicated financial advisor, ideally a Certified Financial Planner™ that can holistically guide all the financial facets,” Brown says.

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Regardless of what stage you’re at, a great tip for staying on track is to set up systematic investments to pull automatically from your paycheck or savings account, for both convenience and peace of mind. “If it’s not there to spend,” Brown adds, “you’re less likely to spend it.”

While it’s good to check on what your money is doing periodically, remember it’s a long game. Don’t get caught up in the dayto-day ups and downs: keep poise on the path to prosperity.

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If you still have a lot of questions, great!

That’s what advisors are for. “I try to ask as many questions as possible and encourage my clients to do the same,” Brown says. “A good advisor should be ready to recognize a client’s anxiety and really talk through it with them.”

Don’t be afraid to ask, “If I invest this, how can I get it back?” Set up your apps or portals so you can see what your money’s doing and understand how you can pull it out if you need to. Feel free to ask the tough questions: What happens if you lose your job? What happens in the event of a market sell-off? What is going on with Bitcoin?

There are answers behind the fog of financial confusion, and with a little research and good advice, you can start putting your money to work for you.

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Michelle Marciniak

FORMER WNBA PLAYER & CO-FOUNDER OF SHEEX

Sports Illustrated once dubbed Marciniak the “ponytailed princess of the hoop.”

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There’s a reason countless kids with basketball on the brain wanted to “Be Like Mike” in the late 1980s and early ’90s; “His Airness” was simply one of the best to play the game. And if those same kids were coming of age in the Lehigh Valley, there’s a good chance they wanted to “Be Like Michelle,” too.

Michelle Marciniak didn’t garner nearly as much ink inside the pages of Sports Illustrated as Michael Jordan, of course, but she did snag a spread in the magazine in 1991 as her remarkable basketball career at Allentown’s Central Catholic High School was coming to an end. She stayed in the spotlight in the years that followed, first as a Lady Vol at the University of Tennessee with a mission to win a national championship alongside legendary Coach Pat Summitt, and then as a professional ball player in two different leagues.

Now, following a leap of faith that landed her in the business arena, Marciniak has shifted her focus from jump shots and zone defense to what happens after the final buzzer has sounded and the sun has set— more specifically, how athletes (or anyone, really) can get a more restorative night’s sleep.

Marciniak’s love affair with all things sports related didn’t begin on the basketball court; instead, it was gymnastics that had her jumping, twirling and tumbling, starting at the age of three. Marciniak was born in Silver Spring, Maryland, in 1973. She moved to Macungie with her parents and two older siblings (sister Kim and brother Steve) when she was five years old and trained at the famed Parkettes gymnastics center in Allentown until she was eight. But even then Marciniak knew her days in a leotard were numbered. “I was never going to be an elite gymnast,” she says. Still, she credits gymnastics with laying the foundation for her success in other sports. A young Marciniak could be found breaking a sweat not only on the basketball court, but also on the baseball diamond, the soccer field, the volleyball court and the golf course— oftentimes the only girl among a gaggle of boy competitors. “I was taught at a very young age that you can do anything a guy can do in the sports arena,” she says. “So, I didn’t know any better.” And she never felt out of place. “I could hang with the boys,” says Marciniak.

In fact, so impressive was her athletic prowess that Marciniak was considered for Most Valuable Player honors in the boys’ soccer league during her freshman year at Central Catholic. But, recalls Marciniak: “They didn’t want to give MVP to a girl, so they did a co-MVP [to include a boy].”

But Marciniak was truly in a league of her own on the hardwood. “I was obsessed with becoming the best basketball player I could,”

she says. “I knew I was good enough to become a really great player. I knew it inside of me.” Her parents laid down a slab of blacktop and put up a hoop and a spotlight outside the family home so she could practice day and night.

Marciniak recalls setting up her boom box in her sister’s bedroom window, cranking up her favorite music and going to work. Basketball was everything. “I had no interest in going out,” says Marciniak.

“No interest in things normal high school kids would do.”

I knew I was good enough to become a really great player. I knew it inside of me.

Marciniak calls herself an introvert and says she tries to avoid the spotlight, something that became harder to do as she racked up point after point inside Central Catholic’s storied Rockne Hall. The Sports Illustrated article that came out in 1991 dubbed her the “ponytailed princess of hoop.” That same year, she closed out her career for the Vikettes with 3,025 points and was named the National High School Player of the Year.

She was heavily recruited by colleges from across the country, including the University of Tennessee. Just how badly did the school want Marciniak to work her magic inside Knoxville’s ThompsonBoling Arena? The prior year, a very pregnant Coach

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Summitt continued her recruitment visit with the Marciniaks at their home even after her water broke (according to Sports Illustrated, she gave birth to a baby boy after returning to Tennessee that evening). Marciniak spent one year at the University of Notre Dame before transferring to the University of Tennessee and joining Summitt’s Lady Vols. She led the team to three appearances in the NCAA Tournament, including two Final Four championship games. In 1996, the Lady Vols captured the NCAA title and Marciniak was named the NCAA MVP. Marciniak then played for the now defunct ABL (American Basketball League) and the WNBA before ending her professional career in 2002. She joined the University of South Carolina Gamecocks as an assistant coach for the women’s basketball team under Susan Walvius.

Marciniak says she was pondering her next move a few years later when a new opportunity presented itself—and it all began with a pair of athletic shorts. The shorts were a favorite of Marciniak’s: “They looked great, they felt great. I liked the way they draped,” she says. She gifted a pair to Walvius, who was also a fan. Marciniak recalls what happened next: “She said, ‘I’d love to sleep in this fabric.’ I looked at her and said, ‘let’s do it.’”

And that’s the idea behind SHEEX. There’s a reason athletic wear became the go-to wardrobe staple for many during the often-dreary stay-at-home days of the pandemic—it’s comfortable, it’s cooling and it’s soft against the skin.

SHEEX aims to replicate that same sensation in the bedroom. “It’s the feel.

When people go to bed, they want that cozy, soft feel,” Marciniak says. The company, which Marciniak and Walvius officially launched in 2007, offers performance bedding and sleepwear, with a goal of putting an end to overheating and other sleep-disrupting temperature fluctuations.

“Everyone thought we were crazy,” Marciniak says, “but we thought we were on to something.” Two years later, the Lehigh Valley got its first taste of the SHEEX experience when some of the products went on display inside the merchandise tent at the U.S. Women’s Open at Saucon Valley Country Club. It was a full-circle moment for Marciniak; Mimi Griffin, the founder and president of MSG Promotions,

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SHEEX opened its first brick-and-mortar location at the end of 2019, but then the COVID pandemic struck, and the storefront inside the King of Prussia Mall was forced to close. Marciniak says the company is currently trying to raise enough capital to try again down the road; she’d love to see a SHEEX store at The Promenade Shops at Saucon Valley, but nothing is set in stone.

It’s what Marciniak refers to as a “reset” moment—a moment when life picks you up and plops you down at the starting line for a new beginning, whether you like it or not.

Learning to deal with those moments is a skill that Marciniak says translates from the basketball court to the business world.

“There’s this persistence and resilience. Just being able to bounce back,” she explains.

“Basketball taught me how to win, and how to lose. Most importantly, how to lose.

How you react to losing will dictate how successful you are for the rest of your life.

On the court, you’re working hard, you’re working smart. But you’re not going to win all the time.” sheex.com

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From engraved logos to handwriting, the possibilities are endless!

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Cottage & Bloom offers unique home décor and garden elements in a creative and welcoming environment, providing customers with inspiration for their home. Think modern farmhouse meets cottage with a touch of industrial! So that each visit feels like a fresh and new experience, the shop works hard to add new items all the time and artfully curate each and every display.

Herbs to Your Success is a health and wellness spapothecary located in the heart of Nazareth.

Offering multiple holistic spa experiences and herbal remedies, they also offer a wide selection of organic essential oils, teas, skin care, makeup and more.

Classes on health-related subjects and cooking classes are given throughout the year.

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See What’s in Store The General Store features a unique selection of homeware and gifts from thoughtfully sourced vendors with a focus on products made in the United States.

Shoppers can stop in to find the perfect gift for the pet lover, wine lover or any special person—including themselves! With frequently updated products, each visit offers a new surprise for shoppers of all ages.

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Girls’ Night Friends make hardship easier and good things great. Get your girls together and share the love with these extravagant options!

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If your friends feel the arts and crafts calling, come get your hands dirty putting together hand-built pottery projects of your choice, be it wine cups, cozy mugs, planters or your own idea. BYOB and snacks and take over the airy gallery for a creative night making mementos!

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Beauty Artists SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION The past year and change may have led us to embrace our cozy, comfy, casual side, but living that #WFH life doesn’t mean that we haven’t tried to keep up appearances—or longed for the days of getting pampered with the girls at no-holds-barred glam sessions in preparation for a big event.

Look & Feel Amazing In 2020, Courtney McIntyre and Annie McIntosh acted upon their dream of owning a salon. They were determined to create a welcoming and unique home for their clients. Located in Emmaus, they began to build a team of skilled and determined young women to serve their clientele. The Deca offers a variety of services including hair, facials, waxing and massage.

Looking to refresh your look as you head back to the office, or simply want to reward yourself for keeping it together while the world went sideways?

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At Hand & Stone Spas, service providers deliver exceptional attention to ensure that clients “Restore, Relax, Refresh” while under their care—providers like Monica, an admired Massage Therapist and Esthetician who provides a wide range of treatments at Hand & Stone Spa in the Promenade Shops at Saucon Valley. Visit Hand & Stone Spa to “Restore, Relax, Refresh”!

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Meet Katelyn Quigney! She’s the beauty and brains behind Rooted Salon, voted “Best Women’s Salon” from 2018–2021. Catch Katelyn in her element: behind the chair, sculpting a precise short haircut, helping a guest transition from coloring to blending their natural gray hair or working on an extensive color correction. All are welcome to see what Rooted Salon has to offer and make it their new hair home!

Specializing in advanced holistic therapies for the skin and body, The Skin Clinic is ready to help clients feel awesome and see lasting improvements. For anyone looking for experience, education and completely customized facials, waxing, peels and massage treatments—look no further! “Your wellness goals are attainable and we will help you reach them,” says Owner/Master Esthetician Allison Hess Bryson.

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Originally from Russia, Diana is internationally trained with a multitude of esteemed certifications in her art. A licensed esthetician, she takes pride in her work at MBR through clean, healthy applications and perfected lash techniques.

Diana is quickly becoming Lehigh Valley’s most sought-after lash technician. She specializes in volume and mega volume lashes, with retention that far surpasses industry standard!

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Makeup, hair styling, lashes and spray tans—Kayte’s passion for all things beauty has contributed to her success in the industry. Her continual drive to learn, grow and flourish has landed her global and prestigious bookings with Team MBR, and it’s no surprise she’s grown from Jr. Artist to Studio Manager in under five years. She’s out to make the world glow, one beautiful guest at a time!

When guests drive across state lines, and others drive upwards of 3.5 hours for just their eyebrows… somebody’s doing something right. Meet Jessi Criniti!

A three-year licensed professional, Jessi has found her home at MBR—with a strict focus on what she’s passionate about in beauty services. Her loyal clientele for brows and lashes has proven that she’s a true specialist when it comes to all things eyes.

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Clients know her as Mannie or Marianne, but it’s her work that’s launching her name full speed ahead. As an integral member of Team MBR, Mannie Makhoul is making waves when it comes to balayage, blondes and lived-in color. With 13 years’ experience and passion for hair, she’s a respected, published Pulp Riot color line expert/educator and Certified Keratin Complex Specialist. Looking for a new stylist?

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Get Amazing Hair with a Stylist Who Cares Talented stylist Amy Shoff has built clients’ trust for 24 years. Her witty personality and friendly demeanor make her time with each client enjoyable. She is passionate about the industry—always evolving through continuing education in trends and techniques—and great with precision haircuts, razor cutting and hair coloring. She listens to each client’s needs and wants for their hair.

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Great Hair Days are the Best Days Opened in April 2021, Beauty Unleashed is a new hair salon in the heart of Nazareth. Owner Leanne Lanni and stylists Jenna Fogel and Kara Kolton believe making people look and feel their best is a true blessing. They want everyone to feel like family when they visit the salon.

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SHOP WITH A SUSTAINABLE SLANT Sustainability refers to adopting a way of life that can meet the needs of the present without compromising the well-being of future generations. It’s an ongoing, collaborative conversation, and supporting small local businesses—especially those doing their part to transition to eco-friendly practices—is part of it. From food to fashion, furniture to dish soap, these merchants are working toward a more sustainable future.

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FOOD SUSTAINS US.

So maybe it’s the most foundational arena in which to evaluate whether farming practices, processing, working conditions and waste meet our needs to keep eating with integrity.

According to the Lehigh Valley’s Alliance for Sustainable Communities, “A sustainable food system: promotes resilient ecosystems and helps to mitigate global warming and climate change; ensures fair treatment for farmers and workers; promotes access to healthy, locally-grown food; supports our health; minimizes waste; and eliminates unnecessary processing.” Living in this arable area, we can give hands-on attention to local restaurants and farms, throwing support behind those striving for sustainability.

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The pizza pros at Switchback Pizza Company source their scrumptious ingredients locally whenever possible, getting basil from Barto, organically PA-grown wheat for their custom flour blends, meat from Saylorsburg’s Stryker Farm and growing what they can themselves. This year, Switchback introduces a nano-cidery component, offering their own Red Balloon Cider made with fruit from Scholl Orchards. Dry, strawberry, hopped and barrelaged ciders are on tap to wash down a super-fresh supper. The restaurant has been running on 100-percent solar and wind energy for years, and food waste is composted.

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The no-till regenerative agriculture ascribed to at Hunter Hill Farm in Easton makes their crops healthy literally from the ground up, relying on the rich biology of wellmanaged soil to give plants the vigor to grow tasty, nutrient-rich produce without the aid of chemical fertilizers and pesticides. Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) from Hunter Hill and countless other local farms gives customers in their area the chance to eat fantastically fresh, gives farmers a jump on cash flow and can even create a social hub strengthening consciousness of regional concerns. Every citizen’s engagement in their community contributes to the weaving of a sustaining social net.

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It’s a beautiful thing when keeping goods out of the trash also means more affordable and diverse fashion. At Designer Consigner, clothes, jewelry, shoes and accessories from top labels can be converted into extra cash. The inventory, featuring names like Louis Vuitton, Fendi and Prada, includes a potentially wider array than you would find in any one shop, another perk to resale hubs.

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It’s hard to keep up when fast fashion has the industry churning out 52 “microseasons” a year, deluging consumers with heaps of cheap clothing (the bulk of the offset cost being paid by low-wage labor and polluted land). Is this why we have to declutter every 20 minutes? In a world with finite resources, forward-thinking minds are looking for a future beyond the linear dead-end life cycle of consumption we’re used to. Keeping products and materials in circulation, whether they’re designed to be repaired or resold, is vital and, in the case of consignment, can also sustain small businesses and share profits and savings among clientele.

It’s a win-win-win.

BEARS REPEATING bearsrepeatingpa

Clothing, toys, furniture, equipment—kids grow out of it all quickly as they go from bottles to sippy cups and cribs to crawling, often before their stuff has a chance to show wear. At Bears Repeating consignment shop in Trexlertown, everything from baby monitors to books and car seats to cleats finds a new home, and the previous owners make some money back to spend on the next phase of life. Generations of customers keep coming back as their needs change, and they know the items at Bears Repeating are clean and checked for quality and recalls.

Photo by Marco Calderon

Fashion

BELLE ÂME ECO-BOUTIQUE belleameecoboutique.com

Dreamy is one word to describe this shop, or maybe visionary, remodeled with 90 percent upcycled local materials and dedicated to the well-being of women. Surrounded by earthy prints, flowing goddess-like garments and handmade metal jewelry, shoppers at Belle Âme know their money is supporting a supply chain rigorously designed to give its worldwide women makers a living wage. In an industry that usually enriches men on the backs of impoverished women working insane hours in factories that pollute their communities, obligated to give up the opportunity to marry, start families and live what we consider normal lives, Belle Âme does not consider the health of women expendable in the quest to look cute.

Photo by Richard Bernardin, Model: Pamela Bernier with Sutherland Models

HAVE SOME FUN TODAY havesomefuntoday.com

The sleek neutral tones of Have Some Fun Today’s clothing and accessories nevertheless spark vivacious vibes with their bold sansserif message evangelizing a simple yet profound piece of advice. The brand is dedicated not just to finding levity in life but also reevaluating how materials are sourced. The goal is to achieve a tote bag made of recycled plastic bottles, and for now all canvas and batiste-lined products are made with recycled materials. Who knew you could mix fun and responsibility in one buttery leather and creamy canvas bag? Pictured here are The Luxe Tote, The Elaine Tote and The Deluxe Shopper.

Photo by Tina Louise Photography

Home Recycling is an admirable goal, but reduce and reuse come first for sustainability.

Lightweight, cheap and waterproof, plastic has been a game changer for food safety, packaging and transporting almost every single product we buy, but the sheer volume of it produced in the last 60–70 years has completely overwhelmed our ability to process it. Over 90 percent of plastic doesn’t get recycled, instead ending up in landfills or the famous Great Pacific Garbage Patch, now twice the size of Texas. By mid-century, our oceans are slated to contain more plastic than fish, and we’re still discovering the consequences of microplastics permeating the bodies of animals and ourselves. Let’s look for reusable alternatives!

Photo by Marco Calderon

REDUCE, REUSE, RECYCLE

FD MARKET fdmarketco.com

Invest in alternatives to single-use plastics by shopping with a refillery like FD Market. This sustainable goods shop allows you to bring your own containers and fill up with around 40 personal care and household products.

Each refill of shampoo, laundry powder or dish soap at FD is one less plastic bottle in demand. Little by little you can make over your home with a wooden dish brush here, reusable paper towels there, maybe some reusable produce bags. It’s a shock to the system to try to go zero-waste overnight; the adoption of an earth-friendly lifestyle should be just that—sustainable!

DOMACI HOME domacihome.com

Photo by Andrew Tomasino

Cheap furniture looks fine at first, but as the particleboard and potentially toxic glues it’s often composed of begin to break down, the cost to constantly replace it piles up. Built to last, the furniture you’ll find at Domaci Home is approved by the Sustainable Furnishings Council (SFC). With options made from plantation hardwoods, recycled cast iron and reclaimed wood, the sleek modern couch or mid-century sideboard you source here will have the longevity to keep it from crumbling on the curb. GREENleaders training through the SFC makes the work of Domaci’s interior design studio sustainability-informed, too, so the whole process of redecorating emphasizes the eco-friendly.

Beauty SOURCE SUSTAINABLY

The mixed materials in beauty product packaging—aluminum, plastic, glass, all in one container—often make it a nightmare to recycle, and tiny mirrors and magnets aren’t recyclable at all. The way that ingredients like sandalwood, palm oil and sparkly mica are sourced can also be a big problem. With very little FDA regulation in the industry, words like “organic” and “natural” are thrown around all too freely, but many beauty companies have committed to finding ways to source, package and recycle more sustainably.

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REVIVE HAIR SALON reviveloveshair.com

BEAUTYBLENDER beautyblender.com

Manufactured in Hanover Township, the number-one-selling makeup sponge in the world is perfect for applying primer, foundation, concealer—anything you want in a seamless layer. The latest incarnation of beautyblender, called Bio Pure, is made from 60 percent plant-based foam, and the company is always striving to make a lighter footprint by using post-consumer recycled materials, reducing water waste and off-setting CO2 emissions. The medical-grade foam that makes up the beautyblender sponge is also recyclable through a program that lets you mail them back to a waste-to-energy power plant.

At Revive, they know clients value not only vibrant, healthy hair, but a vibrant, healthy planet.

Instead of trashing stuff like hair clippings, color waste, PPE, foils and gloves, they recycle it through Green Circle Salons.

Wouldn’t you rather your hair be composted, used for research or added to bio-composite plastics than thrown in the garbage?

The color and product line used at Revive is also doing its part: Davines compensates 100 percent of greenhouse gases related to packing its products, and has taken its offices carbon neutral. Based in Italy, Davines sources some ingredients like almond and tomato for its Essential Haircare line from small local farmers.

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5 LOCAL INSPIRERS (A N D A F E W T H E Y ’ V E I N S PI R E D) PHO T OGR A PH Y BY A L ISON CONK L IN

If you’re not sure quite where to look for inspiration, consider the woman standing right beside you. Perhaps it’s a sister, your friend, your wife, a colleague or, maybe, it’s the woman who does your hair. If you pay attention, you might find them doing extraordinary things. These five featured Women of Substance have made an impact on those around them simply by being themselves and by doing what they love. Recognize the woman of substance in your life, or better yet, be her. You never know who you’re inspiring.

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SHE IS WORKING T I R E L E S S LY T O E D U C AT E A N D B R I N G AWA R E N E SS TO T H E I M P O R TA N C E O F O R A L H E A LT H .

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NADIA Afzal Nadia Afzal is a dentist practicing in Bethlehem but she is no ordinary dentist. She has been a trailblazer in promoting the connection of oral health to overall health. This passion has led her in pursuing and acquiring training and adequate credentials for her second practice in sleep wellness and airway health.

She is working tirelessly to educate and bring awareness to the importance of oral health. She has been able to help many adults and children resolve issues regarding sleep, eating habits and so much more through her work. Nadia has also travelled all over the country acquiring training for frenectomies and lip-tie releases in order to aid oral health from the newborn stage onward.

Nadia has always been a strong advocate of community work. Amongst all of her other outstanding achievements, she has also been able to start a nonprofit organization that has been instrumental in helping many people with acute needs during the pandemic. Nadia lives in Allentown with her husband and three children and is a true woman of substance!”

-HUMA USMANI

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CINDIE FELDMAN

SUZIE

Bichovsky [S H E] LOV E S PEOPLE IN A D E E P W AY A N D MAKES THEM FEEL LIKE THEY ARE WORTH SOMETHING.

I met Suzie about six years ago when I was giving her a private cooking lesson, which turned into her asking me, ‘What would you do if you could do anything?’ I wasn’t used to anyone asking me questions like that, because my job was to make other people happy.

I said, ‘This.’ And while we were laughing at her rendition of cooking a turkey burger by dropping it into a pan from midair, I realized she was as authentic as one could be.

She talked about her work in establishing a life coaching

business as she, a publicschool teacher, understood burnout and that life happens.

She successfully did this, and added a podcast over the years. One day she walked in looking all svelte and it turns out she decided to get her yoga certification. I was unwilling to accept that yoga was amazing until she convinced me to come to one class of gentle yoga.

When I left, I felt like I had the best massage ever and the tension was gone.

She recently let me know that she’s almost done with her training to become an officiant, her latest endeavor. I envision this woman who is quirky and funny and beautiful inside and

out meeting a couple who are in love, and they will fall in love with her, as they do yoga during life coaching sessions, and then she performs their ceremony. And they will feel alive. Because even through remote teaching a reading class, COVID, a life coaching business, yoga and now her newest endeavor, Suzie is the definition of substance. A solid person who loves people in a deep way and makes them feel like they are worth something.

I think that right now coming out of this pandemic, we need women like Suzie who light up a room and lives.”

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KATHERINE Mann

Kathy is required to travel internationally due to her role at Olympus, is an active board member at the Hispanic Center Lehigh Valley, volunteers at the Hispanic Center, KidsPeace and our church, and always ensures to make time for our four daughters (my three adopted by her and our five-month-old) as well as everyone we know.

From leaving Boston at midnight to get back in time for a color run at school, to buying chicken dinners from Fresh Market for families at our church who are recovering from illness on an apparent weekly basis, to visiting KidsPeace weekly to help

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the undocumented children in temporary housing feel welcome and loved while waiting for their future to be decided (she moved to the U.S. from Ecuador with her parents when she was eight years old), to welcoming clients into the food pantry with coffee, a pastry and a smile, Kathy will always be present, always care more for others than herself and never let others know the everyday struggles she goes through herself.

Simply put, she truly knows everyone, loves everyone and will do whatever it takes to ensure that everyone else feels loved.”

-DAVID MANN

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EMANJarrah My sister, Eman Jarrah, is a true woman of substance.

Eman, my younger brother, Chad, and I are all close in age, with only three years between us in total. Growing up, she has always been the quietest, but also the strongest—she was never afraid to do the right thing, even when it wasn’t the easiest choice. She acted as the voice of reason and good conscience during those long summers of our youth when freedom was plenty and common sense less so. I laugh when I think about the trouble we could have gotten into had Eman not been there to appeal to our better natures.

Eman continued to grow into a kind and thoughtful woman.

She is intelligent, driven and has dedicated her life and career to helping others. She is a successful lawyer, serving as the Deputy Solicitor for Lehigh County for the last 14 years. It’s not a flashy job, and certainly less lucrative than a career in private practice, but it’s an important job, and not one that many could do. She has set an example that diligently working behind the scenes can have a substantial impact on our community. She has dedicated her career to making a

difference in the Lehigh Valley, by counseling the agencies that provide much-needed services to older adults and individuals with mental health issues or an intellectual disabilities diagnosis. Due to the nature of her work, we never talk details, but I know she has seen many heartbreaking cases—cases that deal with abuse, neglect and exploitation of our most vulnerable citizens, cases that require strength, sensitivity and grace. It’s easy to become disillusioned when dealing with difficult situations regularly, but she always puts in the work, provides sound and fair counsel and treats everyone she meets with kindness, respect and dignity.

She does this every day, while balancing her home life with her wonderful husband, Dave, and two beautiful young children, Quinn and Emi. She also helps our elderly parents with their needs, and acts as a shoulder to lean on for my brother and me (and our very large extended family). She is a wonderful example of how being kind, fair and mindful of community needs, as both a public servant and a private citizen, can inspire us all to be better and do better.”

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S H E I S I N T E L L I G E N T, D R I V E N A N D H A S D E D I C AT E D H E R L I F E A N D CAREER TO HELPING OTHERS.

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SKYE Henry

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Skye was one of the first people I saw out in the world when salons were permitted to reopen last summer. I was so hesitant, because we still didn’t know a lot about COVID then.

Skye let me know that she had extended her hours for people who wanted to be solo in her intimate Easton salon, The Beauty Exchange. She had figured out how to make sure people felt safe and supported as they made their way out into the world again. And to be honest, the simple gift of having my hair styled and being with another human again felt so incredibly precious, and is one of the early, post-shutdown memories I will cherish for years to come.

Over the years, while in the chair, Skye and I have had so many conversations about life and our businesses. Raising kids, marketing, anxiety, perfectionism, our upbringings, our deepest joys and fears and, even, what we hope for the world as we celebrate our differences—nothing is held back. She doesn’t shy away from hard conversations, and her vulnerability is truly a gift.

When Skye does hair and makeup for weddings, I know that she helps people feel supported and looking fabulous on what can sometimes be a very stressful day. She also sits on the board at Metro Beauty Academy, helping to shape the future of so many young stylists.

It’s that kind of whole-person support and healing that her upcoming venture taps into.

She is preparing to launch Herb & Board, a private supper club, where dishes are infused with cannabinoids, enhancing the health and wellness of the diners. I can’t wait to see where this incredible venture will take her. And in the meanwhile, I feel so thankful for our friendship and for the way she generously shows up with her whole self, every time I sit in her chair.

Our conversations leave a lasting impression and I so often leave feeling like the best version of myself—recharged, renewed and thinking a little bit harder about how we walk through the world.”

…SHE HELPS PEOPLE FEEL SUPPORTED AND LOOKING FA B U LO U S O N W H AT C A N SOMETIMES BE A VERY STRESSFUL D AY.

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Driven to Exceed Expectations Lora Dias took business classes after high school in the hope of someday becoming an entrepreneur, but it was her passion for hair and makeup and the opportunity to be creative that led her to beauty school.

After working at several salons and learning about the beauty industry, she became hungry again for that entrepreneur vision and purchased a salon.

At Tangles Salon & Spa, Lora and her team love making people feel beautiful and confident about themselves. The salon offers all cut and color, keratin and extension services and stand-out spa services.

The spa offers amazing facials (including the one and only HydraFacial), lash extensions, massages and every waxing need. There’s also the new Himalayan salt room where clients can enjoy a holistic, anti-inflammatory healing treatment to help with allergies, asthma, eczema and more.

“What sets us apart is our focus on making clients feel and know they are the best part of our day,” Lora says. “It is all about them and we love what we do being artists.” She is also proud to work alongside the many inspirational women on her team. Ultimately, customer service is what is most important to all of them. When clients walk into the salon they immediately feel comfortable—it is a vibe clients comment on and the best compliment Lora and her team could ever receive.

At Tangles Salon & Spa, Lora Dias and her team seek to help their clients look and feel their very best. This warm and caring team of highly-trained professionals is committed to providing the finest hair, nails and spa treatments available to promote the health, beauty and well-being of their clients.

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Jaime Bassett

OWNER & LEAD DESIGNER, FD DESIGN

Jamie Brotzman LMT, LE, OWNER THE HEALING & WELLNESS CORNER

Founded in 2019, Easton’s Healing & Wellness Corner offers integrative and intuitive massage therapies and skin care services utilizing the award-winning Éminence organic skin care line.

Relax. Restore.

Re-energize.

Quite the hidden gem in downtown Easton, The Healing & Wellness Corner couldn’t wait to open its doors when Northampton County “went green” on June 26 last year.

After being in the business for 17 years, owner Jamie Brotzman’s attention to detail when listening to clients’ wants and needs is immediately felt upon their first visit. Jamie’s goal is to start each client on the path of healing with integrative and intuitive massage therapies and skin care services.

The same attention is given to the organic facials and body rituals.

“Figuring out what stressors and aggravators are affecting their skin, and coming up with a skin care plan and simple home regimen is my goal,” says Jamie. “I proudly use Éminence organic skin care for all facials and body treatments.”

Healing & Wellness Corner 101 N. 4th St., Easton 484.861.7287 healingwellnesscorner.com

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FD Design is led by Wellness Within Your Walls Certified designer Jaime Bassett. Wellness and sustainable design allows for living fully in well-designed, healthy spaces, which is a priority for FD Design when bringing clients’ visions to life.

Dream Homes for Real People Jaime Bassett is the owner and lead designer at FD Design. She takes the drama and mystique out of TV renovation to deliver on dream homes for real people. With a passion for functional and beautiful spaces, Jaime transforms houses into forever homes.

As an entrepreneur and mother of four, she is no stranger to multitasking.

That comes through in FD Design, which can handle every step of a project from inception to construction. Jaime consolidates the process to simplify communication and keep the project in line with her client’s vision. FD Design designs existing spaces, renovates old ones and builds new ones with a fullservice system that keeps clients in the loop.

FD Design 348 Main St., Emmaus 484.519.2700 fddesignco.com

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Mariana Franco OWNER & MASTER AESTHETICIAN, VANITY HAUS

Photo by Emily Roebuck Photography

“Own Your Beauty...

Unapologetically” Vanity Haus is a dream come true—literally. Master aesthetician and owner Mariana Franco, a former teacher and government analytical linguist, had a dream in which she owned a skin clinic named Vanity Haus. With her love for all things skin and her plan to pursue entrepreneurship, Franco decided to enroll in Metro Beauty Academy and start paving her way to the top.

After years of working for others as a licensed aesthetician, Franco decided to make that dream a reality.

Vanity Haus was born in March 2021 and its popularity has skyrocketed, with guests coming from all over Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Franco’s mission is to educate, serve and make sure that all Vanity Haus guests leave with renewed confidence and greater self-love.

Vanity Haus makes a statement in the Lehigh Valley; its style radiates a posh serenity. “I want my personal style to reflect in my business; it’s an extension of myself,” says Franco. “After working for others and having to conform to others’ norms, now is my time to fly freely and express who I am. Most importantly, being a mom to a little girl with plenty of dreams of her own, I want to show her and all other little girls with big dreams that women have a right to have the head seat at the table. All you need is faith, perseverance and a strong code of ethics and principles.”

Guests can look forward to reclaiming their beauty birthright at Vanity Haus.

With over seven years of experience in waxing and skin therapy, Vanity Haus is a state-of-the-art aesthetics center specializing in full-body waxing, skin therapy, tooth gems and lash services, as well as offering a vegan and hypoallergenic array of skin care products and hard wax.

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Women Moving a Mission Forward Women are movers and shakers. They create, teach, cultivate, foster, lead, manage, motivate and empower. In order for a woman to do all those things, she must first be moved herself. What moves a woman? What drives her to create? To lead? To empower?

The women of Habitat for Humanity of the Lehigh Valley (HLV) are moved by knowing they are building homes, building dreams and building futures every day. Habitat Lehigh Valley’s female presence is a powerful force behind an organization that builds strength, stability and self-reliance through shelter. It is a force that makes sure everyone has a decent place to live and that no man, woman or child should ever wonder where to lay their head at night.

As a female-run nonprofit for over a decade, Habitat for Humanity of the Lehigh Valley has built 125 homes for hardworking low- to mid-income families since its inception in 1989. In 2019 and 2020, 75 percent of HLV homeowners were single mothers. Not a day goes by at HLV that doesn’t empower women. Here, women work hand-in-hand and side-by-side with construction staff to build homes and to enrich their community and each other’s lives.

The number of women in the construction industry is growing, and HLV supports their endeavors in building, philanthropy and homeownership. With events such as Women Build Week and She Nailed It!, women learn critical home building and repair skills and give back to the community at the same time. HLV’s Women Build Week offers construction volunteer opportunities and introductory lessons in basic carpentry skills. She Nailed It! is a fast-paced nail-hammering relay competition that allows women to fundraise for HLV, form relationships and engage in the camaraderie of a shared passion for helping others.

When women are helping others, they are the creators of great work. Their empathic and nurturing natures find solidarity with other women in their desire to help the most vulnerable of communities. Female philanthropists are investing more in solution-based organizations, becoming the largest force for change for those in need in marginalized and underserved communities. Women Build Circle at Habitat Lehigh Valley provides women with the opportunity

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The Women of Habitat for Humanity OF THE LEHIGH VALLEY

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Habitat for Humanity of the Lehigh Valley builds strength, stability and self-reliance through shelter and believes in a world where everyone deserves a decent place to live. To learn more about making a difference with Habitat Lehigh Valley and the Habitat Lehigh Valley ReStore, visit habitatlv.org. to not only build shelter through financial contributions, but also to build shelter from the ground up on the construction site. Women Build Circle isn’t just about fundraising—it raises walls and raises spirits when it brings women together to help families achieve their dream of homeownership.

In 2020, women were suddenly forced to become CEOs, teachers, chefs and home improvement specialists. Without the immediate access to design and repair companies, women utilized the Habitat Lehigh Valley ReStore to purchase gently-used and new home furnishings and décor.

They knocked down walls, redid bathrooms, painted living rooms and reinvigorated their lawns and gardens. Homes became more than four walls and a roof; they became genuine dwelling places... where children learned and played, where families took shelter, and where the safety and security of each other was of the utmost importance. From teacups to toilets, the ReStore is a perfect treasure trove for the DIYer. With discounted building supplies, tools, lumber, flooring, windows, doors, cabinets and so much more, the ReStore is a haven for women tackling home maintenance and design.

Women are moved when they see where they can create, contribute, help and motivate. At Habitat Lehigh Valley, women are moving. They are empowering and they are building.

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Andrea Guarino & Julie Moyer CO-OWNERS, 3SEED MARKETING

Amazing Skin offers complimentary consultations and easy booking options.

Call the office or book directly from the website getamazingskincare.com or from their Instagram page @getamazingskincare.

“3Seed takes a sustainable approach to marketing and advertising, which means we plan for long-term growth and focus on brand results.

Advertising that continually builds on itself is more effective because the creative is consistent over time.”

–MANAGING PARTNER, ANDREA GUARINO

From Scattered to Sown Brainstorming and creativity tend to be scattered and haphazard.

It’s only through refinement, attention and strategy that they gain their highest value. Co-owners Julie Moyer and Andrea Guarino started 3Seed Marketing 12 years ago with a raw passion for brand development and marketing savvy. Today, having cultivated their business acumen, these two strong women lead a company that has allowed them to sow some good in the Lehigh Valley advertising industry. Together, they represent dozens of clients who have all benefited from allowing 3Seed’s awardwinning ideas to take root.

3Seed Marketing 5920 Hamilton Blvd. Suite 200-B, Allentown 484.646.9300 3seedmarketing.com

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Upscale Medical Aesthetics Founded in 2006 by Cass Bosco, Amazing Skin is an upscale medical aesthetics and laser center in the Lehigh Valley. They specialize in corrective and preventative skin care, with an emphasis on resistant acne, anti-aging and sun damage.

The atmosphere at Amazing Skin is approachable and inviting.

The practitioners take their time with clients and are extremely passionate about what they do, and that passion translates into their work. In addition to skin care treatments, they have a physician associate who provides cosmetic injectables such as Botox and fillers to help achieve natural results. Their laser center offers state-of-the-art equipment for laser hair removal, acne and skin rejuvenation services. The goal at Amazing Skin is to provide safe and effective treatments utilizing innovative protocols and the latest technology for outstanding results.

Amazing Skin Laser & Aesthetics Center 1251 S. Cedar Crest Blvd.

Suite 303, Allentown 610.297.6249 getamazingskincare.com

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Left to right: Andrea Wasilko, Nunzia Assante-DiCupplio, Lisa Wright, Bobbi Bromley, Bernadette Rabel, Tammy Figueroa

Lisa Wright: Patience, Persistence, Professionalism A Northampton County couple was eager to sell their home, so they met with Lisa Wright for a pricing strategy and marketing plan—then, the pandemic changed the world. Lisa didn’t miss a beat. Backed by the substantial resources of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices | Fox & Roach, REALTORS®, she uploaded an online virtual tour of the home, including aerial photography. This led to a solid offer, with a very flexible buyer.

Selling the house was the easy part. She also worked diligently to find the couple a new home— a challenge in a seller’s market. She encouraged them not to “settle” but to keep looking for a house they’d love. When they did, it was overpriced, even in this rising market—but Lisa’s people savvy and negotiating skills meant that her clients got the house for a fair price, and closed with satisfied sellers and very happy buyers.

That kind of professionalism and service is what has put The Lisa Wright Team among the top one percent of all Berkshire Hathaway agents in the nation—one of only three teams in the Lehigh Valley to earn that recognition. “I like to think of us as that little boutique hotel that offers excellent accommodations (our skills and knowledge) under the powerhouse brand (for marketing and exposure),” says Lisa. “We pride ourselves in making our client’s experience as smooth and smart as possible.”

If selling, buying or relocating to the Lehigh Valley or surrounding counties, experience white-glove service with The Lisa Wright Team.

Believe it or not, selling too fast might not work out in the seller’s favor.

Clients can rely on The Lisa Wright Team for a proven marketing strategy that will lead to the best price and best terms.

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Kathleen Tucka CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL LIFE COACH & MASTER BUSINESS COACH, SUNNY LIFE COACH

Kathleen Tucka took her passion for results-driven coaching from the corporate world to create her own private coaching practice, Sunny Life Coach. A safe, objective, confidential place where clients can achieve their dreams and have fun doing it!

A Life Coach with a Passion for Results Kathleen Tucka successfully managed business operations for Fortune 100 companies for over 20 years. She coached her teams to achieve their goals, winning many awards.

Kathleen took her passion for results-driven coaching from the corporate world to create her own private coaching practice, Sunny Life Coach. A safe, objective, confidential place where clients can achieve their dreams and have fun doing it!

She went on to gain additional certifications to become a Certified Professional Life Coach and Master Business Coach.

Kathleen works online with individuals and small-business owners to provide customized coaching to become “unstuck” and achieve their dreams whether they be business or personal.

Sunny Life Coach values each client because it is an honor to be allowed to support someone in achieving their dreams.

Sunny Life Coach Kathleen Tucka has been named “The Best Life Coach” by the readers of Lehigh Valley Style for 2021!

Sunny Life Coach 908.319.0050 sunnylifecoach.com

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Cedar Crest Dental Care provides trusted dental services with a unique touch, delivering best in class dentistry to the Lehigh Valley for over 40 years.

Giving Patients a Reason to Smile As the largest female-owned and -operated dental practice in the Lehigh Valley, the team at Cedar Crest Dental Care is honored to work in a profession that helps build self-confidence, quality of life, health and hope. “I love the long-lasting relationships with our patients and I am inspired daily by my phenomenal staff who share a common vision and work as a team to provide outstanding dental care to our community,” says Dr. Vinky Pathak.

As working moms, Dr. Pathak and Dr. Linda Warren understand the importance of convenience and accessibility. The practice is open two evenings a week and early mornings to accommodate working patients and make it easy for large families to schedule together. “I am privileged that my career provides me the opportunity to give people a reason to smile while allowing us to use our innate qualities to nurture, care and comfort,” says Dr. Warren.

With over 42 years of operation and experience in a general family dental practice that provides a comprehensive range of dental services, including cosmetic dentistry, patients can rest assured that they’re in good hands.

Cedar Crest Dental Care 1251 S. Cedar Crest Blvd.

Suite 207C, Allentown 610.437.9000 ccdc.dentist

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Nanci Emiliani-Gerhard OWNER, EUROPEAN WAX CENTER

Photo by Alison Conklin

Reveal and Maintain Beautiful Skin European Wax Center was founded over a decade ago on the belief that everyone deserves beautiful, gorgeous skin and should not conceal who they are, but instead have the courage and confidence to reveal their natural, beautiful skin. Hearing those words made an impression on a local woman as she grew into a loyal guest at a New Jersey European Wax Center location.

Nanci Emiliani-Gerhard, now owner of three local European Wax Center locations, has resided in the Lehigh Valley her entire life and wanted to bring this amazing company to the area. The culture of European Wax Center is similar to the values she grew up with, working for her family in the beauty industry. Having people feel more confident and powerful from hair removal is what she loves the most.

Prior to opening her first location, Nanci knew where she wanted to be. This year, she is set to open exactly in the locations she envisioned. She opened the Airport Road location in August 2015. In December 2016, she added a second location in the Hamilton Crossings in Lower Macungie Township. Nanci is so thrilled to bring the brand to the Center Valley Promenade, opening in August 2021.

She would like to say thank you to her amazing guests and employees for their continued support over the last six years, especially the entire last year.

European Wax Center has the best experts in the business, and that makes them the perfect go-to for all things wax. Extensive training, a love of the craft and a commitment to the health and happiness of all guests—plus a comprehensive suite of waxing services for both men and women!

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Rebecca Pieper

Photo by Stage Door Photography

OWNER & TEACHER, THE MUSIK MAKERS

Left to right: Meg Leadbetter, Mellisa Bach, Isa Peralta, Gabbey Stone and Mary Schaub

The Eric Leadbetter Team at Iron Valley Real Estate offers every service, from buying to selling and everything in between. Knowing the stress that buying or selling can have on a family, the team wants everyone to know: “We Have Your Back!”

Since March of 2020, The Musik Makers has almost doubled their client base as they continue to find creative ways to bring people together through musical experiences virtually and in the community as they successfully strive to keep the arts alive.

A Place to Grow as a Powerful Women.

Performer and a Person Powerful Business.

The women of Iron Valley Real Estate are taking this industry by storm.

Highlighting their clients first and foremost is what keeps their business successful and empowering. None of them is chasing a dollar or a fortune, but rather a passion in a business primarily started or owned by men. Not only do they provide stellar service, they have guts, with the skills to negotiate fierce deals in the toughest market in history. While many agents struggle to get offers accepted, these women already have dozens under agreement this year.

How? Consistency, work ethic and knowing the industry. Isa, Mellisa, Gabbey, Meg and Mary bring their own uniqueness and personality to their work, breaking through ceilings daily with no end in sight of stopping.

Helping everyone from smaller home buyers to luxury sellers, and clients who are moving up, moving down or relocating, each client is treated the same, as if these agents were selling their own homes. Want a new house?

These are the go-to powerhouses!

The Eric Leadbetter Team – Iron Valley Real Estate 216 Nazareth Pike, Bethlehem Office: 610.766.7200 Cell: 484.294.8185 theericleadbetterteam.com

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From teaching an occasional piano or voice lesson in her attic apartment after college in between her performing schedule, to running a multi-teacher music and performing arts studio servicing almost 200 families, Rebecca Pieper’s “why” has never wavered. “As long as we are helping to foster and enrich the hearts and lives of our students and community, we are overjoyed for the opportunity to be a part of each person’s individual journey,” she says.

The Musik Makers offers private lessons, group classes, workshops and camps in voice, piano, ukulele, guitar, violin, acting, musical theater, songwriting and more. When students express the desire to learn more, the skilled teachers create opportunities to meet those needs.

There is no criteria to be a student at The Musik Makers. Students range in age from 5–85 and many are music and performing arts professionals. Others are just beginning their careers, or trying to discover their passions or are adults looking for a creative outlet.

The Musik Makers studio is not just a place to learn an instrument— it’s a place to grow as a performer and as a person.

The Musik Makers LLC 165 S. Liberty St., Nazareth 610.217.6107 themusikmakers.org

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Lindsey Titone

OWNER & EXECUTIVE STYLIST, HELLO BEAUTIFUL SALON & BOUTIQUE

Photo by Alison Conklin

Photo by Cristina Byrne

Monica Yurconic-Groff OWNER, ROSS PLANTS & FLOWERS

Featuring educated, passionate hairstylists paired with a stylish women’s boutique overflowing with personality—think classic, edgy and bohemian, with all ages in mind—Hello Beautiful’s mission is for each client to have an experience rather than an appointment.

Beauty, Knowledge, Experience & Trust

Flowers have the power to immediately impact one’s mood. Whether it is the beautiful design of the fresh flower or even the scent emitted from the bloom, flower power is real. Let Ross Plants & Flowers show the way!

Spreading Happiness Each and Every Day

Lindsey Titone has created a salon company that has gained recognition in the Valley over the last four years. The brand is built on beauty, knowledge, experience and trust. Guests sense her passion for making people feel beautiful and welcome when they enter the door. The boutique was named 2021’s “Best Boutique” by readers of Lehigh Valley Style. With a love for shopping and style, Lindsey and her daughter select the items based on the latest seasonal fashions for women and tweens.

This past year showed that with love and passion the business will flourish like a flower. Lindsey attributes this to her team’s growth and commitment.

Their mission is to value their time with guests and make them feel part of their family. The staff has over 22 years’ combined education and experience.

As part of their community service and giving back, Hello Beautiful donates clothing from the boutique to local women’s shelters, Turning Point and My Sister’s Closet.

Moving the Valley one flower at a time... that is Monica Yurconic-Groff’s goal. Flowers are the path to positivity, happiness and to inner peace. Whether it is in the beautiful floral arrangements created at her shops, the blooming annuals and perennials that encase her Orefield location or the unique gift items with a floral theme, Monica has found the way to share her love of flowers with the Lehigh Valley. Research shows that flowers and plants have a positive effect on mood. Monica and her team at Ross Plants & Flowers are on that mission to spread happiness each and every day.

Serving the Lehigh Valley with two locations, Ross Plants & Flowers is a full-service florist, gift shop and greenhouse. Visit one of her shops today to experience the lift in mood that will instantly occur from walking through her shops’ doors!

Hello Beautiful Salon & Boutique 7812 Main St., Fogelsville 610.351.4247 hellobeautifulsb.com

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A Love of Art for All Ages

voted best place for kids activities

After confronting a three-year battle with her body, Mandy Molina knew she had to share her experience of finding a lifestyle of health and wellness with the community. Mandy finds such joy and reward in the impact she created inside of Fuze Nutrition and The Vibe Nutrition. “Bringing smiles to the faces of others makes it all worth what I endured,” she says. “I created a healthy life out of this nutrition and love finding new and creative recipes.

I’ve been doing two shakes a day for over four years and I just want to share this greatness with everyone!” Mandy’s plans are to build the team and open more than 20 locations in the Valley and beyond.

Angela Faidley, award-winning artist/owner of Out of Our Minds Art Studio in Macungie, marks eight years in business. Her studio offers art classes for every age, birthday parties, sip and paint events, painting, pottery and more.

During the pandemic, Angela started free online drawing classes for children and now has over 150 video lessons available on the Out of Our Minds Art Studio YouTube page. For more information, go to faidley.net and follow along on Facebook and Twitter.

Fuze Nutrition | 848 Nazareth Pike, Nazareth The Vibe Nutrition | 650 Main St., Hellertown 610.365.8484 fuzenutrition.com | thevibenutrition.com

Out of Our Minds Art Studio 65 Lea St., Macungie 610.762.5694 faidley.net

Opening Doors to Homeownership

Information to Empower Decisions

Photo by Lauren Lubinensky

PROFILES : WOMEN WHO MOVE THE VALLEY

Making the Ordinary, Extraordinary

Beth Tucker, a Senior Loan Officer in the Lehigh Valley, knows that buying or refinancing a home is the biggest financial decision of her clients’ lives.

That’s why she makes a point of consulting with her clients throughout the loan process and keeping them well educated and informed. She is dedicated to understanding her borrowers’ financial goals and finding the best loan program to fit their needs. With more than 30 years of helping people buy and refinance homes, Beth is one of the most experienced loan officers in the Lehigh Valley.

The Mortgage Company 470 S. Cedar Crest Blvd., Allentown 610.973.3425 | beth.themtgco.com

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In a pandemic pivot, Angela Faidley began offering free online classes for children.

Queen of Thyself Workshops for Women is the collaboration of Colleen Madden Pellegrino, LCSW, at Summit View Counseling, Gwin Krouse, attorney at Gwin Krouse Law and Kindra Walker, of Tremont Financial Coaching. The two-hour workshop “Everything You Never Wanted to Know About Divorce, but Now Have to Ask” is for women, presented by women and provides information about the emotional, financial and legal aspects of divorce. Cost: $35/participant. September 11, 2021, 9–11 a.m. Location TBD. Call Summit View to register.

Summit View Counseling, LLC 1275 S. Cedar Crest Blvd. Suite 3A, Allentown Office: 610.351.3477 | Cell: 610.349.3893 summitviewcounseling.com

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Jillian Rossi OWNER, THE SWEETNESS OF SALT

Photo by Chris Fiegel Photography

Amanda Staver OWNER, VALLEY ESTATE SERVICES LLC

Restoring her 1860s Orefield farmhouse, bank barn and organic garden is Amanda’s latest labor of love. Amanda combined her design skills and knowledge of historical restoration to create her perfect office and gathering space for artists and antique enthusiasts.

Downsizing Made Easy

Heard about the vast benefits of salt? The Sweetness of Salt Halotherapy Center & Spa is the perfect setting to relax, unwind and get treated to a natural, healthy service like no other!

For those who are looking to downsize or for help with handling an estate, look no further than Valley Estate Services LLC, owned by Amanda Staver.

Estate sales are a terrific alternative to auctions or donations. She takes care of everything, start to finish.

Growing up in the Lehigh Valley, Amanda loved tagging along with her parents as they scoured flea markets and antique shops in the Northeast.

Through this experience, Amanda established a vast network of contacts.

Receiving her BFA in communication design from Kutztown University, she is experienced in antiques, values and sales. Amanda makes sure that items find the best home.

In business for the past 15 years, she works with new customers as well as realtors, assisted living facilities and attorneys. Clients rave: “When faced with selling the contents of my parents’ home after they moved to assisted living, it was a relief to have Amanda’s help.”

The Sweetness of Salt is not an ordinary spa according to owner Jillian Rossi. Brand-new and the first of its kind in the Easton, Bethlehem and Saucon Valley region, The Sweetness of Salt offers Lehigh Valley residents easy and affordable access to relaxation, allergy relief, spiritual reflection, pampering and so much more. Rossi is thrilled to offer halotherapy (the inhalation of dry salt air) to the area and has already seen instant effects with many who have visited. A certified Reiki Master and Spiritual Counselor, Rossi was inspired to open a halotherapy center after seeing the instant results the salt had with her type 1 diabetes. Halotherapy is offered on its own or in addition to other spa services: massage, facials, reiki and more.

Valley Estate Services LLC 2450 Rte. 309, Orefield 610.704.3184 valleyestateservices.com

The Sweetness of Salt 45 W. Water St., Hellertown 484.851.8000 sweetnessofsalt.com

Relax & Reflect

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BY CARRIE HAVR ANEK | PHOTOGR APHY BY ALISON CONKLIN

The Farmer and the Chickpea BRINGS FARM-FRESH ABUNDANCE TO THE TABLE

Cheeseburger Lasagna

Fresh pasta sheets layered with ground beef, cheddar cheese, red onions and tomatoes, with ricotta and mozzarella cheese topped with crispy onion ring

The restaurant's name is an ode to farmers as well as its commitment to buying fresh and buying local.

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Here’s what The Farmer and the Chickpea is, and what it isn’t.

The Farmer and the Chickpea may be new to Quakertown, but it’s not by any means new; it’s been operating out of commercial kitchen space in New Jersey and serving farmers’ markets in the Garden State for at least a decade.

And The Farmer and the Chickpea may serve lots of dishes with farm-fresh veggies and its namesake legume, the chickpea, but it’s not an exclusively plant-based eatery; meatloaf is one of its biggest sellers.

As of January 2020, The Farmer and the Chickpea, owned by Ashley Stratton and Jillian Godfry, found a new home in a rustically renovated former garage in Quakertown.

Opening a business that can seat almost 300 people at a time when people wanted delicious food to go (hello, pandemic) of course presents its own challenges, but The Farmer and the Chickpea was met with such runaway success it necessitated a parking lot expansion.

“We had the busiest eight weeks of our lives,” says Godfry.

“We thought it would be a slow trickle. But it was like Mick Jagger was in the store.

The line of cars never stopped,” says Stratton.

The Farmer and the Chickpea seeks to redefine your expectations when it comes to food. It’s a café, but it’s also a store and, currently, it’s also an ice cream stand. By the time this is published, other elements best described as “attractions” will

undoubtedly be added to the experience of this charming and welcoming spot, one with lots of delicious comfort foods you can either eat there or take with you. Have a seat at one of the upcycled tables and chairs, clearly designed to evoke a farmhouse experience, or peruse the marketplace full of small-batch purveyors of the likes of soap, maple syrup, pickles and more.

The way Stratton tells it, she and Godfry accidentally began their career in food when they were working as event planners at a bridal shower and the caterers didn’t show up one day.

“It was chicken salad. I thought, ‘How hard can this be?’’’ asks Stratton. That

question crystalizes Stratton’s philosophy. What started as a simple foray into chicken salad led to the acquisition of a “beat-up oven, a stainless steel table and a Pepsi refrigerator,” she says. That equipment—and then some—enabled the team to bring an ever-evolving, veggie-loving vision via pop-up Tuscan table dinners, farmers’ market appearances, ad hoc takeout set-ups and more. Much has happened in 10 years, but it’s easy to see that things grow exponentially proportionate to the degree that Stratton can come up with ideas—and Godfry and the rest of the crew can brainstorm and execute. (And sometimes, it seems, faster than that; greenhouses were in the planning stages when I arrived and the coffee bar was in the works.)

Cauliflower Pizza

A golden roasted mixture of cauliflower, Parmesan cheese, scallions, spinach and peas, topped with spinach, mozzarella and tomatoes

“I want people to get the food that I have in my mind.

I am over the top, I can’t be mediocre,” says Stratton, laughing, who is nothing if not self-effacing.

So, back to the name. If it’s not exclusively a plant-based business, as the name might suggest, what’s in the name?

“We have to give street cred to the farmers, because without them, we wouldn’t be here,” says Stratton. They source from Tri-County Cooperative Market in New Jersey, a cooperative wholesaler, and will continue to buy as fresh and local as possible.

The chickpeas? “I’ve been doing chickpeas for years,” she says. The humble legume occupies some beloved spots on the menu and reflects a Mediterranean approach; Stratton, who’s self-taught in the kitchen, grew up around the fresh fare of her mother and Sicilian grandmother, who always cooked. It was just the way.

The namesake, of course, carries through with the presentation of the food. Yes, it’s farm-fresh and yes, it’s made from scratch. And yes, it’s made with love. But perhaps instead of falling in love with each other over lunch, they’re falling in love with veggies, as Stratton tells it. But it’s something more mysterious, yet really more basic, than that.

“Someone came into the store recently and asked me, ‘What do you put in this food?’

I told him, ‘I put ingredients in it!’” Stratton says, laughing.

Suffice to say, people don’t expect the food you order in a fast-casual setting to be delivered with sit-down dining execution—both in terms of quality and quantity.

Take, for example, the brunch board, loaded with everything you could probably

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Crispy oven-roasted chicken topped with applewoodsmoked bacon, lettuce, fresh mozzarella and tomatoes, served with fresh basil pesto on an Italian baguette

want (and then some) for brunch, designed to be shared. Think fresh fruit, hunks of French toast, waffles, the tallest and fluffiest quiche wedge you’ve ever seen and probably at least a half pound of Applegate bacon. (“Some things are so good, I don’t look at the prices,” says Stratton.) It would easily serve four people.

Or, for example, their house lasagna, which rotates flavors, but at this writing came in cheeseburger form (complete with some manner of Russian/Thousand Island dressing on top). This is no rinky-dink fourby-four lasagna square. It’s a pasta and meat-based commitment the size of a small barge that slides into dock at your table and requires more than one person— or more than one day—to finish it off.

“Ash is Sicilian and she’d rather have to roll you out of here in a wheelbarrow than see you leave here hungry,” says Godfry, laughing.

Italian hospitality standards certainly play into the largesse here, but portion size also reflects the business name. Agricultural workers expend a lot of calories, and The Farmer and the Chickpea could legitimately feed farmers in the morning fueling up for a day’s work in the fields, or replenish their energy with a hearty lunch. More likely, though, you’ll be popping by in the morning for coffee and chocolate croissants before work, perhaps, or sharing the options on the brunch board or the enormous sandwiches for lunch. (But if you are a farmer, they could totally feed you, no problem.)

If you go, there’s lasagna, fresh salads, soups, pot pies, meatloaf, inventive sandwiches and so forth, but we’d be remiss if we didn’t discuss one of the signature dishes, one that sells out consistently at farmers’ markets: the roasted parmesan chickpea bake. Imagine a very thick crust made of just three ingredients:

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mashed chickpeas, Parmesan cheese and olive oil. It’s then topped with a rotating cast of characters (i.e., veggies), depending on what’s going on; at my visit, it was topped with kale, Parmesan cheese and very red, fresh tomatoes.

This versatile gluten-free base definitely requires a knife and fork, and it’s unique and delicious.

The modus operandi with this duo seems to be “don’t think, just do”—Stratton says she doesn’t “plan stuff out with spreadsheets and stuff.” But she knows what she’s doing, and it’s not to say the team here is so whimsical that all caution and preparation go

out the window. (Someone’s gotta mash those chickpeas.)

It’s more about trusting your own ideas and having an awesome team around you to help visualize them. “We never want it to be about us. It’s about the food and the people who work for us, and our customers,” says Stratton.

Team effort comes up repeatedly in conversations with both Stratton and Godfry, who operate in a remarkable creative flow—one that’s possible through trust and good communication. As we are talking, I’m hearing about the sand that was dumped in the back of the lot to create “Milkshake Beach” adjacent to their walk-up window, just a few days before. It’s the latest add-on to the business, The Frozen Farmer. Yes, you’ll get milkshakes, but again, there’s nothing run-of-the-mill about them. Instead, they’re “shovel shakes” because you’re at the beach and you need a shovel to dig into them. A simple straw will not suffice. And by the time this is printed, you can guarantee other things that neither of them have thought of yet will have surfaced in this expansive space.

That’s because The Farmer and the Chickpea is the direct

result of the generosity of its owners and the team they’ve assembled, and the community that makes it possible—the farmers, purveyors and any veggie-curious person who walks through the door wondering what it’s all about, or who’s come back for more.

It’s a freewheeling creative space where you’ll receive a great meal full of veggies and simple ingredients. It’s not fast, but it’s definitely casual. It’s an experience to savor.

The Farmer and the Chickpea 1321 W. Broad St., Quakertown 267.227.3895

*Please check their website and/or social media for current operating hours and procedures.

Hours Tues.–Thurs.: 9:30 a.m.–6:30 p.m.

Fri. & Sat.: 9:30 a.m.–7:30 p.m.

Parking Large lot on-site

What to Order Hard to narrow it down. You’ve got to try the roasted parmesan chickpea bake. Lasagna, with several people. A brunch board with the family or some friends.

Save room for dessert—or come back another time.

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TEXT & PHOTOGRAPHY BY ALISON CONKLIN

Tag @lvstylemag and #livelvstyle when you make it at home!

Anchovy Pasta & Grilled Lamb with Chef Luciano Burriesci

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Some of Luciano Burriesci’s earliest and most cherished memories are from his days spent as a child in the kitchen of his father Sal’s restaurant. As a youngster, Burriesci and his brother, Stephen, would stand on upside-down tomato cans so they could reach the sink to help wash dishes. It was never something that they were asked to do, but something they wanted to do.

Burriesci grew up with the idea that you are always there for family, and helping in the kitchen was just that.

But restaurants have long hours, and by the time his father would get home, the family might find themselves eating dinner at midnight. The time on the clock never mattered as much as the fact that they were together having a meal. The recipe Burriesci is sharing here was one of his favorites growing up. He remembers his father would grill up some lamb chops with garlic and oil and his mom would prepare some pasta with bread crumbs and broccoli rabe.

(It should be noted that the bread crumbs were made from homemade bread and that same tradition holds true in the Burriesci household as well as at Sal’s Pizza. “The bread is made for bread crumbs,” he says.)

Sal’s Pizza in Wind Gap is a made-from-scratch kitchen as well as a longtime local favorite. Their slogan says it all: There’s only two places to eat... Sal’s and home.

“We are old-school in both kitchens— ours and at Sal’s,” he says. “It is 100 percent us. All the prep is us… it is all made with love because cooking for our immediate family and our customers who have become family is our love language.”

His life is indeed full of both cooking and romantic love, as he recently married his longtime sweetheart and next-door neighbor, Alexa Sabatino, in 2020. “The best thing you can do for a person is give them a hug and a kiss and feed them.

That is taking care of each other,” says Burriesci, who continues to run Sal’s Pizza with his brother and younger sister, Gina.

487 W. Moorestown Rd., Wind Gap 610.863.7565 | salspizzawindgap.com

Grilled Lamb INGREDIENTS 2 racks of lamb Sea salt Black pepper Olive oil

Garlic, sliced Rosemary Oregano

INSTRUCTIONS Slice lamb into lollipops and season with sea salt and black pepper.

Grill to medium rare. During the last 30 seconds of cooking, brush each piece of lamb with a mixture of olive oil, sliced garlic, rosemary, oregano and black pepper.

Capellini with Anchovies & Bread Crumbs INGREDIENTS

INSTRUCTIONS

1 bunch broccoli rabe 2 cups bread crumbs 4 Tbsp. olive oil 1 Tbsp. butter ½ cup Pecorino Romano cheese 2 cloves garlic, chopped ½ white onion, chopped 7 anchovies, chopped 1 lb. capellini pasta, cooked al dente Crushed red pepper

Blanch and shock one bunch of broccoli rabe, set aside.

Toast bread crumbs in a pan with 1 Tbsp. of olive oil and 1 Tbsp. of butter on low heat until bread crumbs are browned. Turn the heat off and mix in Pecorino Romano cheese.

In a separate pan, sauté garlic and white onion with 3 Tbsp. of olive oil.

Once the garlic and onion start to soften, turn the heat off and mix in chopped anchovies. Add in broccoli rabe, one pound of capellini pasta (cooked al dente) and one cup of starchy pasta water. Toss together with half of the toasted bread crumb mixture and more olive oil (as desired).

Before serving, top with more bread crumb mixture, Pecorino Romano cheese and crushed red pepper.

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DINING GUIDE

Order a signature cocktail at Topgolf Swing Suite at The Sweet Spot in Allentown.

Photo by Marco Calderon

Style Award Winner

Live Entertainment

Gluten-Free Options

Outdoor Seating

Vegetarian Options

Entrée Price Range:

Wheelchair Accessible

$ under $15 $$ $15-$25 $$$ $25+

Serves Alcohol BYOB

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ALADDIN RESTAURANT

651 Union Blvd., Allentown, 610.437.4023, aladdinlv.com

Family owned and operated for over 30 years. Serving a variety of authentic Middle Eastern cuisine from homemade grape leaves to delicious shish kabobs. Lunch & dinner.

$$

ALLENTOWN BREW WORKS

812 W. Hamilton St., Allentown, 610.433.7777, thebrewworks.com

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*We recommend checking each individual restaurant’s website and/or social media to confirm whether it is open and accessible during these unprecedented times.

Berks THE BRIDGE INN

Family restaurant with good food, good service and fair prices.

Award-winning breakfast and cheesesteaks. Breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner & late night.

FOLINO ESTATE VINEYARD & WINERY

732 Hamilton St., Allentown, 610.351.7600, brudaddysbrewingcompany.com

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Favorite Locally Sourced

2934 Seisholtzville Rd. Macungie

610.845.2010

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Features modern American cuisine, a full-service bar, scenic views and award-winning outdoor dining. Dinner & late night.

JUDY’S ON CHERRY

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332 Cherry St., Reading, 610.374.8511, judysoncherry.com

Unique hearth-fired cuisine in a warm, uptown atmosphere.

Closed Sun. and Mon. Lunch & dinner.

Bucks

Brewpub featuring food that’s as good as the beer and an authentic outdoor beer garden. Brunch, lunch, dinner & late night.

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HOPS FOGELSVILLE 7921 Main St., Fogelsville, 610.395.3999, hopslehighvalley.com

Historic pub serving up all American classics with weekly specials to make mouths water. Lunch, dinner & late night.

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HOUSE & BARN

149 Chestnut St., Emmaus, 610.421.6666, houseandbarn.net

Two distinctly different restaurants, one spectacular setting, entirely re-imagined. Brunch, lunch & dinner.

MADELINE’S

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1250 Turnstone Dr., Fogelsville, 484.277.2250, madelinesfogelsville.com

Casual fine dining with a creative gourmet flair. Madeline’s, where friends gather. Brunch, lunch, dinner & late night.

MELT

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The Promenade Shops at Saucon Valley, 610.798.9000, meltgrill.com

MCCOOLE’S AT THE HISTORIC RED LION INN $-$$$ 4 S. Main St., Quakertown, 215.538.1776, mccoolesredlioninn.com

Offering a dining room, martini lounge and bar in a beautifully restored inn from the 1700s. Monthly featured wines and brews from their own Red Lion Brewery. Also offering a complementary door-to-door and hotel shuttle service within a five-mile radius of the restaurant to bar and restaurant patrons, as well as private events at McCoole’s Arts & Events Place. Brunch, lunch & dinner.

SPRINGTOWN INN

$

BRÜ DADDY’S BREWING CO.

THE GRILLE AT BEAR CREEK $$

Wed.-Sat. 4:30-10pm Sunday 1-8pm

$

Rte. 73 & Covered Bridge Rd., Pleasantville, 610.689.5818, bridgeinnpleasantville.com

Italian restaurant making homemade pasta, sauces, desserts and more! Serving lunch and dinner Wed.–Sun. and brunch 10 a.m.– 1 p.m. on Sun. Brunch, lunch & dinner.

SavoryGrille.com

Allentown hot spot featuring juicy burgers and Pennsylvania craft beers. Lunch, dinner & late night.

THE BRASS RAIL RESTAURANT

340 Old Rte. 22, Kutztown, 484.452.3633, folinoestate.com

order from our curbside menu and shop our retail offerings at

$

BELL HALL

612 W. Hamilton Blvd., Allentown, 610.437.1825, bellhallallentown.com

3015 Lehigh St., Allentown, 610.797.1927, brassrailrestaurant.com

$

Full menu featuring famous crab cakes and hand-cut flame-broiled steaks. Smart, casual attire. Dinner.

Savory at Home

Award winning, environmentally friendly restaurant and brewery. Family owned and operated since 2007. Brunch, lunch, dinner & late night.

$$

3258 Main St., Rte 212, Springtown, 610.346.7262, springtowninn.com

Springtown Inn is intimate dining in a historic country inn, featuring steak and seafood. Catering all life celebrations! Dinner.

Offering a sumptuous menu of contemporary Italian fare in its breathtaking 350-seat restaurant, with spacious and customizable rooms for private events. Lunch, dinner & late night.

NOTCH MODERN KITCHEN & BAR $$$

5036 Hamilton Blvd., 610.351.8222, notchmknb.com

Modern American with an Asian Twist. Lunch & dinner.

POCONO BREWERY CO.

$$

938 Lifestyle Center, Whitehall, 610.264.2194, poconobrewery.com

Authentic wood-fired pizza, imported meat and cheese boards, nachos, salads and craft beer. Lunch & dinner.

SAVORY GRILLE

$$$

2934 Seisholtzville Rd., Macungie, 610.845.2010, savorygrille.com

A culinary gem housed in the historic Seisholtzville Hotel, Savory Grille takes gives back to a time when fine dining was an experience to be savored. Dinner.

$$

SWITCHBACK PIZZA

525 Jubilee St., Emmaus, 610.928.0641, switchbackpizza.com

Neapolitan pizza using local ingredients cooked in their Italian wood oven for guests to enjoy. Lunch & dinner.

THE TAVERN ON LIBERTY

$

2246 W. Liberty St., Allentown, 484.221.8765, tavernonliberty.com

“Life, liberty and the pursuit of beer.” Check out other location in Reading called The Liberty Taproom. Open seven days a week.

Lunch, dinner & late night.

TOPGOLF SWING SUITE AT THE $$$ SWEET SPOT 2805 Lehigh St., Allentown, 610.813.2536, thesweetspot.golf

American bistro cuisine featuring indoor sports and entertainment.

Lunch & dinner.

$$

TORRE

The Promenade Shops at Saucon Valley, 610.841.9399, torrerestaurant.com

Classic Mexican cuisine with a modern twist in a fun, familyfriendly atmosphere. Enjoy Happy Hour gathered around the three-story tequila tower. Brunch, lunch, dinner & late night.

$$

UNION AND FINCH

1528 W. Union St., Allentown, 610.432.1522, unionandfinch.com

A casual American bistro serving lunch and dinner six days a week and brunch on weekends. Brunch, lunch & dinner.

Northampton $$

A CA MIA

4330 Lehigh Dr., Walnutport, 610.760.3207, acamiapa.com

Unique, homemade, Italian cuisine made with fresh flavorful ingredients; served in a family-friendly atmosphere. Lunch & dinner.

AMAN’S ARTISAN INDIAN CUISINE $$$ 336 Northampton St., Easton, 484.298.0400, amanseaston.com

Aman’s elevates Indian dining with an upscale ambiance and an award-winning menu to match. Lunch & dinner.

APOLLO GRILL

$$$

85 W. Broad St., Bethlehem, 610.865.9600, apollogrill.com

Bistro-style restaurant encouraging a grazing dining experience.

Comfortable, friendly, sophisticated and lively. Lunch, dinner & late night.

THE BEAM YARD AT STEEL CLUB $$$ 700 Linden Ave., Hellertown, 610.838.7018, steel.club

Casual American dining, featuring some unique and tasty food and beverage options. Brunch, lunch & dinner.

BETHLEHEM BREW WORKS

$$

559 Main St., Bethlehem, 610.882.1300, thebrewworks.com

Award winning, environmentally friendly restaurant and brewery.

Family owned and operated since 1998. Brunch, lunch, dinner & late night.

BLACK & BLUE

$$

EXPERIENCE A NEW WAY TO EAT•PLAY•PARTY The Sweet Spot Bar & Grill is quickly becoming recognized for having the best food in the Valley

683 Walnut St., Easton, 610.438.3604, blackandblueeaston.com

Dark, delightful and delicious. Located in Downtown Easton.

Like their food—they are a little off the beaten track—but well worth seeking out. Offering an extensive Belgian beer list and cuisine in a sophisticated, yet cozy setting. Dinner & late night.

GREAT FOR FAMILY, FRIENDS & PARTIES!

BURGERS AND MORE BY EMERIL $$

77 Wind Creek Blvd., Bethlehem, 877.726.3777, windcreekbethlehem.com

Chef Emeril Lagasse uses only the freshest and finest ingredients to create a mouth-watering burger customers will never forget.

Lunch & dinner.

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DINING GUIDE $$

THE BOOKSTORE SPEAKEASY

336 Adams St. (near 4th St.), Bethlehem, 610.867.1100, bookstorespeakeasy.com

Step back in time at The Bookstore, a 1920’S speakeasy. Dinner & late night.

DIMAIO’S ITALIAN RISTORANTE & PIZZERIA $$ 27 Main St. Shoppes at Hellertown, 610.838.8004, dimaios.net

Join us for

HAPPY HOUR

Monday–Friday 4–6 p.m.

Family owned since 1985. Serving southern Italian Cuisine.

Known for home-made bread, Chicken Francese, DiMaio’s Creamy Clam sauce and NY style pizza. Lunch & dinner.

$$$

EDGE RESTAURANT 74 W. Broad St., Bethlehem, 610.814.0100, edgerestaurant.net

An all-scratch kitchen “combined with a fun, relaxed atmosphere, you get edge.” Lunch, dinner & late night.

EMERIL’S CHOP HOUSE

$$$

77 Wind Creek Blvd., Bethlehem, 877.726.3777, windcreekbethlehem.com

Indulge in a variety of irresistible dishes featuring tender steak cuts, mouth-watering prime rib and so much more. Dinner.

GREEN VIDA CO.

$

1800 Sullivan Trl. Suite 330, Easton, greenvidacompany.com

Café and cold-pressed juice bar, using local and organic ingredients. Breakfast, brunch & lunch.

THE MARKET GOURMET EXPRESS

$

77 Wind Creek Blvd., Bethlehem, 877.726.3777, windcreekbethlehem.com

All the classic favorites in one place. Nathan’s hot dogs, burgers, pizza, salad, sushi, ice cream and coffee. Lunch, dinner & late night.

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M c CARTHY’S RED STAG PUB $$$ OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Lunch, Dinner & Sunday Brunch

1250 Turnstone Dr., Fogelsville 484.277.2250 | madelinesfogelsville.com

534 Main St., Bethlehem, 610.861.7631, redstagpub.com

Experience the flavor of the Irish and British Isles! Over 200 scotch/whiskies, homemade breads and baked goods and from-scratch cooking! Breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner & late night.

STEELWORKS BUFFET & GRILL Dine Outdoors on Our Covered Patio

Dine-in & Dine-Out

Experience a variety of fresh culinary dishes from around the world at Steelworks Buffet & Grill. Featuring live action cooking and a fully stocked bar, guests will enjoy a variety of fresh international culinary dishes at the all-you-can-eat buffet or choose their favorites from the a la carte menu, including artisan pizza, a pasta station, fresh-carved meats and more. Breakfast, lunch & dinner.

$$$

YIANNI’S TAVERNA

ReD LiOn BReweRy BeeR On tap

$$

77 Wind Creek Blvd., Bethlehem, 610.419.5555, steelworksbuffetandgrill.com

3760 Old Philadelphia Pike, Bethlehem , 610.410.9300, yiannistaverna.com

Authentic Greek restaurant specializing in the clean flavors of the Mediterranean and seafood. Brunch & dinner.

$$$

ZEST BAR+GRILLE

The Rooftop at 306 S. New St., Bethlehem, 610.419.4320, zestbethlehem.com

A culinary and social experience offering a progressive menu that highlights the best of New American cuisine. Lunch & dinner.

Warren, NJ MAC PIZZA WINGS

$$

760 Memorial Pkwy., Phillipsburg, NJ, 908.768.3500, macpizzawings.com

Mac Pizza Wings is serving up gourmet pizzas, wings, flatbreads, subs, salads, desserts and more. Enjoy takeout, delivery and online ordering as well as a gluten-free menu. Lunch & dinner.

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Great Food. Friendly Faces. Excellent Service.

215.538.1776

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Get your rolls and bowls at ChopFin, the new, clean alternative in the fast-casual market. “All ingredients are prepared daily in our kitchen and made to order,” says owner Stephen Kilroy. The Pineapple Express poke bowl comes with sushi-grade salmon and tuna, ChopFin’s seaweed salad, organic edamame and pineapple, topped with unagi sauce and tempura crisps.

Everything on the menu is customizable, and the Pineapple Express can be ordered as a sushi burrito or as a poke bowl. “All of our house signatures or create-yourown options are available as a sushi burrito or poke bowl,” says Kiloy.

“The burrito wraps come in either a seaweed wrap or a soy wrap. The bowl bases are sushi rice, organic black rice or spring mix.”

To create their own, customers choose from an assortment of fresh veggies, fruits and proteins. “We have more than 40 items every day to choose from and over 15 different sauces.”

ChopFin also has a variety of rotating seasonal drink offerings, including Black Cherry Mint, Ginger Pomegranate Blueberry, Pineapple, Mint and Cranberry.

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