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A classic floor plan defines this European style residence set on over 2 acres in the Lehigh Valley. The over 3,300 square foot home is highlighted by high ceilings, crown moldings and abundant windows capturing breathtaking views. 4 BRs. $599,000

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Endless maintenance is a thing of the past at Traditions of America, Lehigh Valley's popular active over 55 community.

An open floor plan boasts vinyl plank flooring, vaulted ceiling, and gourmet kitchen. 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths. $499,000

Saratoga Manor

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. $975,000

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A stunning hillside estate, reminiscent of a log cabin, offers luxurious modern living in a completely private setting. The grounds have been meticulously landscaped and offer multiple opportunities for outdoor living. 3 BRs, 3 baths. $849,900

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This stunning home is found in one of Lehigh Valley's preeminent neighborhoods. Boasting random width oak floors, an ultra-modern kitchen, walkout lower-level with game room & kitchenette. Inground pool, 4 bedrooms, 4.5 baths. $1,195,000

River Ridge Farm

Transformed & embellished, this c.1823 stone home is a private oasis on 98+ overlooking the Delaware River. Wide plank floors, exposed stone walls, & abundant windows. Bank barn, indoor/ outdoor arenas, & stables. 4 BRs, 2.5 baths. $2,985,000

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October 12 THIS MONTH’S PICKS

What We’re Loving Right Now

15 TRENDING NOW

News, Notes & Quotes

20 GET THE GOODS Carera Organix

23 LIVING WELL

Sober Curious: Waking Up to a Healthier Way of Life

29 INSIGHT

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36 WHAT’S A WELLNESS RETREAT? 9 Area Destinations

44 BUDDY UP

The Ultimate Guide to Meeting People

50 5 THINGS

A Side of Cider

52 INSIDE DISH Rakkii Ramen

56 BEYOND THE MENU

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EDITOR’S LETTER Because we know that wellness is all about balance, this edition features some delicious Japanese noodles at Rakkii Ramen.

3 THINGS

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

Well, Well, Well I’ve been thinking a lot about wellness lately and how it seems like a state of overall wellness is something that we’re all constantly trying to achieve or to improve upon. I will always click on an article or listen to a podcast relating to the subject of wellness. And I know I’m not the only one perpetually trying my hand at new skin care products, fitness routines or healthier recipes. These all seem to be evergreen topics in our society. Is that because true wellness is some unattainable myth? Or, because wellness really is something that’s ongoing, for which we’ll never reach an ultimate finish line?

I would say it’s the latter. I can’t think of much else in life that never gets old. And how cool is it that the thing that we don’t get sick of, and are eternally interested in, is ultimately just bettering ourselves?

It’s one of the reasons why I love this edition so much—and why I hope you will, too. Think you’ve actually got this whole wellness thing mastered? A wellness retreat takes wellness to a new level. Turn to pg. 36 to find out what one entails (think quiet rooms, detoxification, unplugging, salt caves, float therapy, etc.) and where to find a spot near you. In these pages, we also explore the sober-curious lifestyle, pg. 23, mom anxiety, pg. 29, a new all-natural skin care shop in Nazareth, pg. 20, and— something we all now know is a very important aspect of leading a healthy, full life (thanks, 2020)—socializing! Turn to pg. 44 for our guide to meeting people in the Lehigh Valley.

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A Saturday visit to Carera Organix in Nazareth.

Finally planning a much-needed wellness escape.

Wishing you well,

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My idea of a wellness escape is...

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I’ve never been able to truly “escape,” but I make time daily for things like yoga, meditation and gratitude!

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Sober October Is participating in Sober October part of your wellness journey? Celebrating sans alcohol is easy with these local mocktail offerings.

White Orchids Thai Cuisine’s non-alcoholic offerings are dubbed “spirit-free specialties,” and special they are. The Coco Grasshopper consists of house-made coconut cream, matcha green tea, vanilla and mint, while the Triple B, pictured here, uses raspberry, lemon juice, basil, strawberry, boba and club soda, and the Tropical Paradise is made with mango, pineapple, grenadine, mango boba and club soda. whiteorchidsthaicuisine.com

At ZEST Bar + Grille, guests can choose from a variety of non-alcoholic mojito flavors (classic, mango, passionfruit, guava, strawberry and pineapple) or opt for the Aperol Spritz.

KOMÉ Fine Japanese Cuisine’s mocktail selection includes inventive options like the Miyako Wave (lychee purée, pineapple, pomegranate juice and Sprite), the Japanese Lemonade (yuzu, mint simple syrup and water), the Iced Green Tea (house-made matcha green tea, honey lavender syrup and lemon) and many more to choose from. komerestaurant.com

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Social Still’s drink menu features a Zero Proof section, offering options like their Cucumber Limeade, made with cucumber, lime and simple syrup. socialstill.com

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At Notch Modern Kitchen & Bar, mocktails are “dealer’s choice.” Just tell them what you like and they’ll whip something up! Think tart, sweet, savory, herbaceous, vegetal, smoky, fruity, floral, bitter, creamy, effervescent, with or without egg white, up or on the rocks. (Fun fact: dealer’s choice is also available for cocktails.)

At The Shelby, guests can decide between the Orange Delight, pictured here, made with fresh-squeezed orange juice, vanilla Gomme syrup and lemon lime soda, or The Ginger Limey, made with Reading Draft ginger beer, lime juice and pomegranate juice. Ask your server about Jean’s Brunch Shrub to hear the daily mocktail feature.

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Great local pub food meets a state-of-the-art draft system featuring 52 taps at the new SouthSide hot spot F&A Grog House. “Our mission is to become the destination in the Lehigh Valley for craft beer, specialty cocktails, burgers, unique pub fare and wings,” owners Gina and Howard Altman explain. The beautifully renovated restaurant, featuring pendant lighting and exposed brick as well as pool tables, shuffleboard and an AMI jukebox, opened in June. “My husband and I are lifetime local, Lehigh Valley residents,” says Gina. “We have frequented bars and restaurants in the Valley since we were 18. We know what we like and what we want to offer based on a combined 80 years of consumer experience.

We wanted to be a part of the Bethlehem SouthSide Arts District and university community, and provide an atmosphere and a place we would want to frequent.”

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For the last 10 years, A Storybook Party has helped children feel like royalty on their birthday or milestone occasions through curated characters and custom-made costumes. Now, they’ve begun a new adventure, Storybook Sleepovers. “During the last year, we decided to look at ideas that were designed for smaller parties, something really magical and completely different than anything offered in the Lehigh Valley,” says owner Emma Ville. “These sleepovers allow children to invite a small group of friends over to sleep in themed tents, with pillows and real mattresses under a ceiling of twinkly lights.”

Sleepover package themes include movie, unicorn, galaxy, rose gold glam, woodland and much more.

Every package includes a drop-off and set-up, followed by a take-down the next day. Each guest enjoys their own tent, hypoallergenic mattress, sheet, themed fluffy blanket, pillows, rug, tray, sparkly lights, night light and teddy. A party for four costs $400 and includes everything listed above.

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Rose & Fig has all of your charcuterie needs covered! “I love going to events, whether it’s a big party or small wine night, basically any gathering where I’m making memories with the people I love,” says owner Hanna O’Reilly. “By creating these beautiful boards, I get to contribute to other people’s ‘memory making’ and it’s fun!” O’Reilly saw the opportunity to bring something she loved to a bigger market and seized it.

Rose & Fig charcuterie boxes range in price from $50 to $90, and all come hand-delivered by O’Reilly herself. From classic meats and cheeses to colorful candy creations, the boxing options are endless. “When I think of my boards being placed on a table at a gathering, I just imagine it being surrounded by people sharing stories and laughs,” says O’Reilly. roseandfigboards.com |

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Lehigh-Valley-based photographer Marco Calderon is an expert at crafting the perfect shot. “I am inspired by the energy and motion of the Lehigh Valley, my adopted home for the past 13 years,” says Calderon.

As a commercial and lifestyle photographer, Calderon is happily living out his dream, but not without humble beginnings. “When I came to the U.S., I did not speak much English,” explains Calderon. “Needless to say, I felt a little out of place, and despite having a college degree in communications, I struggled to communicate with many of my new neighbors. My initial inability to speak with people actually helped me in finding my passion for photography. Where I could not necessarily communicate in words, I could communicate through images.”

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For him, it’s the experience that his clients have that always takes center stage. “My clients or subjects should always remember that I am here to help,” says Calderon. “The basic idea is incredibly simple: selflessly help others, in particular your peers, to achieve their goals, and you’ll achieve your own goals, right alongside them. There are some important nuances to discover, but the fundamental concept is as simple as that. If they achieve their goals, I am consequently achieving mine.”

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AMIE ECKERT

AMIE ECKERT Owner Tell us about your journey to opening Carera Organix!

Previously, I was making the products out of our home for about two years until I opened my doors in April. I wanted to live a cleaner lifestyle with better products for me and my family without the chemicals and toxins. I decided to do some research and found that a lot of the all-natural products on the shelves today still have chemicals and toxins in them, and I wanted better!

Talk about your commitment to quality and to clean, organic, cruelty-free sources.

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A Sober Curious lifestyle puts a pause on drinking and looks to find more life-affirming activities and habits.

Sober Curious: WAKING UP TO A HEALTHIER WAY OF LIFE For many, the start of the pandemic made drinking alcohol a regular event. Alcohol sales increased by 243 percent as we looked at happy hour at home as a way to self-medicate from the stresses of increased child care, shifting work environments and chronic uncertainty. As the pandemic has continued, we’ve begun to examine our habits—both healthy and unhealthy—more

closely. That examination has extended to our relationship with alcohol. “Sober Curious” is a growing movement that provides an opportunity to reevaluate the role alcohol plays in our physical, emotional and relationship health.

TRENDING AWAY FROM ALCOHOL Taking a break from alcohol as a healthy detox has been growing in popularity, beginning with

“Dry January,” which first started in 2013. Now, nearly one in seven Americans participate in the month-long abstinence from alcohol. While Dry January’s focus is more of a detox from the holiday excess, being Sober Curious delves deeper into our personal relationship with alcohol.

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LIVING WELL in 2020, Sober Curious is just that: being curious in examining the role alcohol plays in one’s life, health and relationships as well as questioning societal views and expectations around drinking. A Sober Curious lifestyle puts a pause (temporary or permanent) on drinking and looks to find more life-affirming activities and habits.

THE HEALTH IMPACT OF ALCOHOL Feeling the morning hangover is an obvious signal of alcohol’s poisonous effect, but even in moderation, alcohol can have a significant impact on one’s health. The morning lethargy and brain fog may very well be due in part to the cocktail the night before. Alcohol increases inflammation, causes weight gain, impairs memory, weakens the immune system, disrupts sleep and exacerbates insomnia, depression and anxiety. Cancer risks increase everywhere alcohol touches, from the lips to the colon, as does heart disease, liver disease and stroke.

It is especially problematic for women, as women process alcohol differently and less efficiently than men, which makes them more susceptible to the adverse effects.

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Being Sober Curious puts a fresh lens on the messaging we are consuming. Advertising assures us that the best way to have fun, to be fun, is with a drink in our hands, but is that really true? “Work hard, play hard” normalizes excess drinking in spite of the health damage, and in the last two decades the alcohol industry has pushed hard to increase the female market. It has been what’s called “pinking” the alcohol industry, with products like rosé wine, skinny cocktails and fruit-flavored liquors, all specifically targeted to increase alcohol consumption among women. It’s no surprise that, as targeted marketing to women has increased, so has their alcohol consumption. Countless memes flood social media glamorizing a drinking lifestyle while promoting the idea that the best way to de-stress and relax is with a drink. Being Sober Curious means taking a closer look at those notions as well as the marketing drive behind it.

PERKS OF A SOBER CURIOUS LIFESTYLE Drinking less or being alcohol-free has many perks both in the short term as well as in the long term. From a physical health perspective, it can mean better sleep, waking up more

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Whether weight gain, low energy, fatigue or brain fog, the sense of “I really don’t like the way I feel” triggered a self-examination.

Hamill-Walters’ clients express that it has always been a positive experience, whether abstaining for two weeks, two months or permanently. They find they really appreciate when they take time off from alcohol, gaining a better awareness of the role they want alcohol to play in their lives.

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In examining our habits and choices as we navigate our way to healthier, more balanced living, re-evaluating our relationship with alcohol through a Sober Curious mindset may be a key piece in providing unexpected and substantial physical, emotional and mental benefits. therestorationspace.com *Please note: Alcohol creates physical dependency.

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Looking back on it now, Erin Miller realizes that anxiety has always loomed large in her life, even when she was a child. “I was an overachiever,” she says.

“I was really stressed out if I achieved under. It’s just how I’m wired.” But the racing thoughts and sleepless nights really reared their head after Miller became a mom (two times) and was running herself ragged trying to get a new business off the ground. It was only after she had the courage to take a step back and hit the reset button that Miller was able to heal herself. Now she’s helping other moms do the same.

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INSIGHT Later, she became interested in how a shared experience can elicit a variety of responses. She uses her own family as an example. “I was a child of divorce,” says Miller, who grew up with two biological brothers and one stepbrother. “We all experienced it differently and coped with it differently.” She earned her bachelor’s degree in psychology from West Virginia University in 2005, followed by her master’s in counseling from Holy Family University in 2010. By that time, Miller and her husband, Dustin, an Emmaus native, were living in the Lehigh Valley. They welcomed a daughter, Hannah, in 2013. Miller was on maternity leave from her job as a school counselor at an elementary school when she realized she had to make a change. “I just had this nagging gut feeling that I could not go back,” says Miller. “I was feeling this was not my path. This was not my course.”

She took a leave of absence to figure it out. During that time, she became pregnant with her second child, a son, John Paul, and began to get serious about photography.

What began as a hobby to document her daughter’s earliest days was emerging as a new career opportunity as friends began to

I always wanted to understand ‘why,’ so I could understand the root of things.

take notice of her artistic eye, and Erin Joyce Photography was born. Miller says she found her services in high demand, and she was eager to oblige: “I took on every single job that came my way.” And yet there was a dark side to that success. “I built this photography business in a very hustled way and burned myself out,” she says. “I really drove myself into the ground. But no one knew it.”

Never was that more apparent than on a March day in 2016. Miller was on her way to a photoshoot when she feared she was suffering some kind of serious medical episode. “I physically just could hardly function,” she recalls. “My hands went cold and numb and so did my face.” She had dealt with invasive symptoms of anxiety before, but this seemed different. She told a friend, “I think I’m not OK,” and then drove

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Miller later started a podcast of the same name and moved into the world of coaching and mentoring with a fourweek curriculum designed to help women manage their schedules energetically, rather than just slogging through what can seem like an endless to-do list. Currently she offers a five-month program that she’s dubbed the Layered Growth Academy, which tackles everything from self-care to nutrition to setting boundaries to creating achievable goals. “It’s restructuring how you’re showing up in your life,” Miller says. More information can be found at erinjoycementoring.com.

Miller expands on the Layered Growth Method and shares her own struggles and triumphs in her first book, Motherhood Stripped, which was released in November of 2020. As she helps other women better manage the highs and lows of motherhood, her healing process continues as well. She’s constantly working with her own coaches and taking courses to further her personal growth and understanding of how women can take control of their own destinies.

“You teach what you need to learn,” she says. “I’m growing and learning just as hard as I’m teaching.” But she’s come a long way from those days when prioritizing everything but her own well-being was the norm. “I learned that my worth is not in the laundry pile,” Miller says. “My worth is how I love myself and love my children.” And she wants other women who are standing where she was a few years ago to know that joy is very possible. “Sometimes we have to go through some bad things to get us to the peak of the next thing.” erinjoycementoring.com

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CLICK OUT OF THE INBOX. STOP SCROLLING. S T E P A W AY F R O M THE SCREEN.

BY AMY UNGER

H A R MON Y MOUN TA IN INS T I T U T E

Health experts often extol the necessity of unplugging from our uberconnected lives. Even just a few minutes of quiet time every day might be enough to restore balance and inner harmony. But sometimes a greater reset is needed: a chance to truly detach from the electronic tethers that bind us to the stresses of work and home. If you’re looking to recharge your batteries in the figurative sense, turn off those notifications on your devices and read on for some destinations just a bit beyond the Lehigh Valley that should be on your to-do list.

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Harmony Mountain Institute NORTH ABINGTON TOWNSHIP

The ultimate spiritual awakening awaits at Harmony Mountain Institute. The 80-plusacre campus is anchored by a mansion converted into a Zen escape—think Italian villa with influences from the Far East.

There are outdoor and indoor retreat spaces throughout the property that encourage reflection, including an Asian garden and a grass and stone labyrinth on the east lawn.

The Inner Harmony Wellness Retreat Program was designed for those seeking to become free of chronic illness, negative thinking and addictive behaviors.

The weekend agenda includes yoga, mindfulness, meditation,

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massage and more. “It’s not just a typical spa,” says Dr. Steven Szydlowski, one of the teachers at the Institute. The center uses what it calls a “methodology of metamorphosis,” focusing on key areas like healing, nutrition and energy. The goal, Szydlowski says, is putting a plan in place for optimum physical, social and spiritual health: “How can you walk away feeling better about yourself?”

Harmony Mountain also hosts corporate retreats for a one-of-a-kind team-building experience with your work crew.

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Himalayan Institute HONESDALE

Accommodations at the Himalayan Institute could be described as minimalist.

Simplicity is encouraged at the facility, where guests are invited to free their minds from distractions and let go of the business that encumbers everyday life. The Institute offers a number of multiday or weekend wellness retreats, all designed to foster physical and mental well-being.

Programs range from simple relaxation to more in-depth detoxification and rejuvenation, and focus on everything from diet to gut health to movement to cleansing techniques. “We run the gamut and people can figure out what they’re looking for,” says Kristina Pugh, director of marketing. The center abides by the tenets of Ayurveda, which is a holistic healing system with roots in India.

The more adventuresome can sign up for one of the Himalayan Institute’s excursions, a tradition since the 1970s. Past pilgrimages have taken participants throughout India and into several other countries, including Mexico and Cameroon. “You go to these very special places that have history of where the Himalayan Institute comes from,” Pugh says. For those seeking enlightenment closer to home, domestic destinations are a possibility, too: think Great Smoky Mountains and Yosemite National Park. The Institute says each experience is carefully crafted to leave you inspired and empowered to live your best life.

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Photo by Keith Scott Morton

Why wait for the weekend to escape the grind of everyday life? Mondays can be anything but dreary thanks to the Midweek Magic packages offered at The Lodge at Woodloch. Of course, it should be noted that any day at Woodloch is sure to be heavy on the R & R. The all-inclusive resort and spa is all about helping guests reconnect with past passions while discovering new ones along the way. There’s a plethora of possibilities that populate the calendar; guests can sign up for an adventure in the great outdoors, or stay inside for an exercise in creativity, such as an art class or a cooking demonstration.

Sound therapy classes offer a fresh perspective on stress reduction (Gong with the Wind, anyone?). “With over 35 classes and activities offered daily, the options for exploring your wellness path are endless,” says Brooke Jennings Roe, Woodloch’s director of communications.

“The best part is that the offerings change seasonally so that there is always a reason to return.”

With so much to see and do, Woodloch takes the “unplugging” part of its experience seriously; all digital devices must be placed on silent or vibrate. And watching videos or listening to music without earbuds in common areas is a big no-no.

“Smartphones can be such a distraction and a crutch, and allowing yourself time and space for wellness in a stressfree environment is paramount,” says Jennings Roe.

Deerfield Health Retreat & Spa STROUDSBURG

Whether you’re flying solo or gathering up some pals for a weekend of self-care, Deerfield Health Retreat and Spa aims to make all of its guests feel like family. “It’s like a summer camp for adults,” says owner Joan Wolff, whose mother founded the destination getaway 42 years ago. “The camaraderie is just great.”

Nestled in the heart of the Pocono Mountains, the lush, scenic 12-acre campus is ripe for relaxation. But if lounging around in a wicker chair or hammock is a little too low key for you, never fear: Deerfield offers an abundance of exercise options designed to get you moving and grooving, and maybe even nudge you

outside of your comfort zone.

Among the possibilities: Spintro, a group cycling glass that can be as intense as you want it to be, and Yo-Wei, which combines yoga-inspired postures with hand-held weighted balls for a unique full body workout. Hikers will find plenty of room to roam in the nearby Delaware Water Gap Recreation Area.

Breakfast, lunch and dinner are opportunities to connect with other guests or to nosh privately in your comfy quarters. Finally, seal the deal on a total body rejuvenation with a stop at the Deerfield spa, where you can craft your own package of services.

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NUHOUSE

HIT THE PAUSE BUT TON A LIT TLE CLOSER TO HOME AT T H E S E R E J U V E N AT I O N D E S T I N AT I O N S : THE HEALING & WELLNESS CORNER Easton

There are only three items you need on your todo list at the Healing & Wellness Corner: relax, restore and re-energize. The team makes it easy to do all three with an assortment of massages, facials, organic body wraps and Reiki sessions.

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T HE S W E E T NE S S OF S A LT

NuHouse aims to bring the healing arts of East and West together into a single building. There are a host of services available, including cryotherapy, laser therapy, massage, acupuncture and Reiki, with a dedicated team of “house healers” on site to help you find the solution to whatever ails you.

THE SWEETNESS OF SALT Hellertown

Healing might be as simple as breathing inside this salt cave, which preaches the benefits of halotherapy, a wellness treatment that uses the inhalation of salt air to alleviate respiratory conditions. The salty setting—packed with over 25,000 pounds of Himalayan crystal salt—could work wonders for your skin, too. Facials and massages are available by appointment.

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Bethlehem

A trip to the Dead Sea is out of reach for most of us, but a trip to Metta Relaxation may be the next best thing. Metta offers float therapy: picture yourself stretching out in a tub filled with 1,100 pounds of Epsom salts dissolved in 11 inches of water, heated to 94 degrees.

It’s a gravity-defying experience that all but guarantees supreme relaxation.

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ME T TA R EL A X AT ION CO.

SK YTOP With all there is to see and do on the sprawling grounds of Skytop Lodge, it might be easy to overlook The Nest. But it’s worth making the trip up to the fifth floor of the lodge to spend a few glorious hours in this deluxe day spa. Billed as a “boutique oasis,” The Nest offers a wealth of services meant to recharge the body, mind and soul. There are treatments you might expect, like the Swedish massage and warm stone massage, and treatments you might not expect, like the Bamboo Lomi Lomi, the Nest’s take on a

traditional Hawaiian massage that incorporates bamboo sticks and rhythmic movements to enhance relaxation.

Guests are encouraged to spend time in the Quiet Room before and after treatment to take in the stunning mountain views and truly embrace tranquility, if only for a few moments. If you want in on the (in)action, it’s best to call a few weeks in advance.

Appointments are scooped up quickly.

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: BUDDY UP THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO MEETING PEOPLE B Y D A I S Y W I L L I S // W I T H C O N T R I B U T I O N S F R O M K R I S T E N W A G N E R

As other priorities start taking the lion’s share of our time, many adults find friendship falling by the wayside.

And a global pandemic that necessitated social distancing certainly didn’t help. Getting back in the game or expanding our circle may take effort, but studies have shown that feeling isolated and lonely can be just as harmful to our health as drinking, smoking and obesity. So how do we add friendship back to our to-do lists?

THE FUNDAMENTALS OF FRIENDSHIP GET TO KNOW YOURSELF.

CHASE PASSIONS, NOT PEOPLE. BE INTERESTED. RECONNECT.

START SOMETHING.

Looking for friends with similar interests isn’t much help when you’ve lost touch with what your interests are! Take an inventory of what you enjoy doing, want to do more of and what you want to learn or get into. You could share a love of cooking with themed potluck dinner parties, explore your love of history with day trips to historical sites or gather buddies to do a craft beer swap.

Building relationships takes time, so take the pressure off yourself by putting the focus on the activity you’re pursuing, and let friendships form in due course. This will help stave off anxiety as to whether you’re making friends fast enough.

That said, showing an interest in others and listening mindfully is foundational to any relationship. Not only do people love being listened to, giving attention to someone else helps relieve selfconsciousness. Something to think about if any social anxiety is slowing you down.

You probably have some friends or acquaintances already who could be a bigger part of your life. Maybe you’ve fallen out of touch or haven’t been able to move past the “We should totally hang out,” “Yeah, totally, let’s hang out” phase. Reach out to old friends if you miss them—you can start branching out into their network of friends and meet new people that way.

If you would love a group for a monthly brunch and crafting rotation, or a graphic novel book club, or a snail mail social, you’re probably not the only one. Make a Meetup, and they will come.

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In order to find people to laugh with, lounge with and learn new things with, here are a ton of venues and activities that will put you in touch with sociable folks who have common interests. Whether you’re looking to meet new faces or invite existing acquaintances to share these experiences, there’s no end to the options.

ONLINE RESOURCES Hiking and biking, campy movies and meditation, birdwatching and language learning—Meetup.com is the go-to online resource to find in-person get-togethers for every interest imaginable. Enthusiasm for meeting new people is baked into the whole concept, so all are welcome.

Online dating has been instrumental in hooking people up with compatible partners, and the app approach is also eager to assist in the platonic department. While friend-finders like Bumble BFF, Hey! VINA and Meet My Dog (dog required) might offer slim pickings outside metropolitan areas for now, the more we use them, the better they’ll be!

UBMe is a hyper-local app that was developed and launched in the Lehigh Valley. It’s a real-time communication network based on a shared specific location. Basically, users can check in somewhere (ranging from a local bar to a sporting event to a college campus) and immediately join a live chat with people who are also in that same place.

It’s a great way to make a connection with someone while you’re out—and because you’re in the same place or doing the same thing, there’s already a shared interest to connect upon. So much easier than initiating an awkward encounter! | ubme.com

THE GREAT OUTDOORS Afros in Nature is a collective that aims to connect Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) with nature. Past events have included paddleboarding, wildlife watching, indoor rock climbing, nature hikes, bike rides, book clubs and more. Every meetup begins with introductions, an ice breaker and the setting of intentions.

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If you’re looking to leave the shore, enjoy the beauty of nature while plying its waters with Lehigh Valley Kayak & Canoe Club. It’s one of the largest paddling clubs in the country, where you can get trained and join scheduled and pick-up trips throughout the year.

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Running can be a solitary sport, but it helps to have encouragement and accountability. Lehigh Valley Road Runners coordinates group runs and 5K participation for every level of runner so you can fly with a flock, plus plenty of social events to meet new friends. | lvrr.org

SONG & DANCE From the tinkling shimmies and sequins to the jiggle-positive perspective, belly dance is a fun and powerful art form. Bellydance Classes with Carmen in Emmaus are based on Egyptian tradition and offer a great environment for women to build each other up.

carmenbellydance.com Welcoming to newbies and experienced swing dancers alike, the Allentown Area Swing Dance Society meets every Tuesday night in the Fearless Starlight Ballroom to brush up on such frolics as West Coast Swing, East Coast Swing and the Country Two-Step.

allentownswingdance.org Salsa has a huge following from all walks of life. Join the rhythm through Lehigh Valley Salsa Social’s Friday night classes and regular dance meetups, whether you’re a beginner or already a passionate salsero.

lehighvalleysalsasocial.com Making chorus accessible to all who enjoy the harmony of human voices, Lehigh Valley Chorale is a coming together of people of all ages who simply love to sing. With no auditions, powerful performances and fun rehearsals, it’s easy to get involved and be part of something melodious.

lvchorale.org OUT in the Valley creates pop-up dance clubs and entertainment for members of the LGBTQ+ community to connect with one another. Allies, mentors, friends and youth are also invited to attend these quarterly events.

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FUN & GAMES

ARTS & CULTURE

As a soccer fan in the U.S., you might feel a little lonely amid all the baseball and football fervor. Well, the American Outlaws bring passionate fans together to watch and attend men’s, women’s and junior national soccer teams. Grab a drink and watch a game with the group at their home base, Molly’s Irish Grille & Sports Pub, and be among your own.

The perks of joining Allentown’s Miller Symphony Hall as a donor extend beyond helping to bring amazing concerts and educational outreach to the Valley. Donor events and receptions before each concert bring you together with other aficionados of amazing music.

/aobethlehem Put your heads together at one of the many, many trivia nights at local breweries, from Quakertown’s The Proper to Fegley’s Bethlehem Brew Works. Nothing satisfies like high-fiving because you correctly identified a 20-year-old jingle, and trivia topics make rich conversation material.

/theproperbrewing /bethlehem.brew.works Lehigh Valley Sports Leagues is now Heyday Athletic, our local chapter of an organization giving adults access to social sports from bar games and corn hole to soccer and basketball.

Stay active and revive the excitement of joining a team, forging friendships in benign battle.

millersymphonyhall.org Exclusive events and service opportunities reward members of the Allentown Art Museum’s Circle 31.

Connect with fellow donors you’ll know share your commitment to arts and culture.

allentownartmuseum.org Sounds safe to operate a pottery wheel while drinking, right? Classes in photography, printmaking, mosaics, events like the aforementioned Sip and Spin, and many more forays into creativity are available at The Art Establishment in Fountain Hill.

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LOCAL LIBATIONS Now that beer is good, women are into it. The local chapter of Girls Pint Out makes craft beer part of every gathering. Let breweries be the backdrop for book club meetings, cookie decorating socials, happy hours and hikes.

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McCarthy’s Red Stag Pub & Whiskey Bar hosts fun and educational monthly whiskey tastings led by their knowledgeable in-house Whisky Ambassadors and staff. This month, their Jam-O-Treat Whiskey Tasting features candyinfused Jameson cocktails prepared with in-house infusions and their own bakery-prepared homemade candy. It’s a great opportunity to sip, sample and get to know other aficionados.

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W.I.N.O.S. (Women in Need of Sisterhood) is creating a space and knowledge base where learning about viticulture can be both approachable and fun.

While members are based all over, the founder resides in Easton and the group regularly frequents many wineries and festivals in the Valley. The entire founding group is made up of Women of Color, and W.I.N.O.S. was launched because of the lack of BIPOC representation that they noticed in the space.

The goal is to encourage a diverse appreciation of wine that is inclusive to all.

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GENEROSITY OF SPIRIT The Savvy Single is a six-week course that helps women own their now by upgrading their self-image, strengthening their communication skills and breaking free from the toxic patterns of old relationships.

The course launches several times a year and is coached

by Allentown-based Michaela Parlett. Community is at the heart of this course, connecting like-minded women that celebrate each other without shame or judgment. Members are invited to join a private and engaging Facebook group where additional live chats and group coaching sessions are offered!

Many of the events and efforts to improve life and make things happen are volunteer-run.

From museums and historical societies to soup kitchens and fundraisers, there are endless opportunities to help out and meet people who care about the community. Check the Volunteer Center of the Lehigh Valley to see where your strengths can serve.

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Friendship is a natural product of the Bacon & Lox Society’s raison d’être: elaborate gatherings, celebrations and events fueled by collaborative effort and shared experience.

Founder Alisa Tongg created her congregation to inspire the generosity that goes with the best incarnations of tradition and ceremony.

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PROFESSIONAL NETWORKING The Allentown Young Professionals offers not only a supportive community but a venue to join together in support of Allentown’s continued growth. What better way to meet people who care not only about their own passions but about also bettering the place they call home?

/allentownyoungprofessionals Meet and greets for professionals 35 and under are hosted by the Young Professionals Council, an effort to enhance the experience of those working in the Valley.

The Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce also offers a Women’s Business Council and LGBTQ Business Council, among others, so you can find a networking niche that works for you.

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lehighvalleychamber.org For creative entrepreneurs who like their business with a big dose of beauty, The Rising Tide Society’s local TuesdaysTogether chapter meets monthly to support and inspire each other, tackling topics like Personal Branding, Money Mindset and Self-Care. Are you a designer, florist, photographer, event planner, artist or aspiring to a creative career? Find friends who know the struggle (and the satisfaction!) here.

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BENEFITS OF A GOOD FRIEND:

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Help you get through hard times, illness and loss

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Encourage you to achieve your goals

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Improve longevity and happiness

SCORE is the nation’s largest network of volunteer, expert business mentors, and is dedicated to helping get small businesses off the ground, grow and achieve their goals. Did you know there’s a SCORE Lehigh Valley chapter? If you’re launching a new business or managing an existing one, SCORE can provide expert advice and feedback through its mentoring program. While workshops are currently being held virtually due to COVID, members can still find the connection and motivation they’re seeking.

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5 THINGS

BY DAISY WILLIS

A SIDE OF

CIDER

Kick autumn up a notch with some local hard cider.

In the maze of breweries and distilleries that the Lehigh Valley has become, let’s not forget another tipple in our toolbox: the hard cider squeezed from acre upon acre of PA orchards. Choose one of these to wash down your next local lunch or dinner.

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RED BALLOON STRAWBERRY CIDER SWITCHBACK PIZZA CO.

525 JUBILEE ST., EMMAUS | 610.547.5625 | SWITCHBACKPIZZA.COM

Pizza from Emmaus’s Switchback Pizza is now served alongside the restaurant’s proprietary cider brand, Red Balloon. Using apples from Scholl Orchards and strawberries from LaFarm at Lafayette College, the wholly local strawberry cider is pleasantly tart with the aroma of a ripe strawberry.

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URBAN CORE

COLOR IT BRIGHT!

FEGLEY’S BREW WORKS

559 MAIN ST. SUITE 101, BETHLEHEM | 610.882.1300 812 W. HAMILTON ST., ALLENTOWN | 610.433.7777 THEBREWWORKS.COM

Along with signature brews like the Steelgaarden Wit and Pumpkin Ale, Fegley’s Brew Works tried their hops-slinging hand at a hard cider just a few years back, and Urban Core has stayed on the menu ever since. Dry and crisp with a champagne-y nose, it pairs well with meat and potatoes.

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3. BANTER’S OVERCAST SCRATCH

325 NORTHAMPTON ST., EASTON 610.814.7774 | SCRATCHEASTON.COM

The next time you snag a wood-fired artisan pizza from Easton Public Market’s Scratch, you can accompany it with a bevvy from Banter’s Hard Cider. Based in Stroudsburg, Banter’s makes a variety of strong and satisfying ciders, like their cloudy and semisweet flagship, Overcast.

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WYNDRIDGE’S APPLES TO . ORANGES • BELL HALL

612 W. HAMILTON ST., ALLENTOWN 610.437.1825 | BELLHALLALLENTOWN.COM

Bell Hall in Allentown offers not just celebrated burgers but an impressive drink list, including ciders from Wyndridge Vines in Dallastown. For a refreshing hit of citrus, try the Apples to Oranges, fermented with mandarin oranges, bitter orange peel and orange blossom honey.

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BLACKLEDGE’S EARLY AMERICAN CIDER .

TAVERN AT THE SUN INN

564 MAIN ST. SUITE 2, BETHLEHEM 610.419.8600 | SUNINNBETHLEHEM.COM

The autumn vibe in Historic Bethlehem is legendary, so why not try a swig of cider in the style of the city’s early settlement?

Tavern at the Sun Inn carries scrumptious fare as well as Blackledge Winery’s Early American Cider, made with natural yeast in a fresh bourbon barrel.

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INSIDE DISH

BY CARRIE HAVR ANEK | PHOTOGR APHY BY ALISON CONKLIN

Rakkii Ramen

IS POPPING UP ALL OVER, BUT IT ALL STARTED HERE

Rakkii offers both traditional and modern takes on ramen and Japanese fare, prepared expertly, and with meticulous attention to presentation.

Tonkotsu Ramen

Noodles soaked in rich pork bone broth, topped with braised pork belly, marinated soft boiled egg and more

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When you come up with a good idea, it’s tempting to replicate it many times over—that’s how chain stores are born, and restaurant franchises are created.

It makes a lot of sense.

The same is true for Rakkii Ramen, a business started by chef-owner Marco Lu in December 2018 on SouthSide Bethlehem. He runs it with his son, Bryan, who attends classes at Lehigh, within paces of the restaurant. “I think secretary is a good metaphor for what I do, handling any logistical issues or customer service, and offer consultation for business operations. Anything Marco can’t do or doesn’t have time for, I’ll take on,” says Bryan.

Within a few years of massively hard work, Marco and Bryan have replicated and tweaked this business model in other destinations, with Rakkii Ramen locations in Doylestown, New Brunswick, New Jersey, and Smithtown, New York, along with quick-service restaurant Takkii Ramen in Allentown, Quakertown and, soon, Slatington.

“I love ramen. This was my dream. I wanted to bring something new to the area,” says Marco, who studied ramen in Japan before opening his businesses here in the Lehigh Valley.

Restaurant ownership was a new thing when he undertook it a few years ago. But for Marco, the love of food started early— he was able to cook meals for his family when he was in middle school. And although he ran an importing and exporting business for many years, good business sense translates to other businesses, it seems.

Perhaps, though, he ordained his own success with bowls of ramen: in Japanese, “rakki” translates as “lucky.”

It’s lucky, then, that the Lehigh Valley has more than one place for ramen. Rakkii offers both traditional and modern takes on ramen and Japanese fare, prepared expertly, and with meticulous attention to presentation— which is something you’ll discover even if you order ramen to go. The noodles and broth are packed completely separately, with at-home assembly instructions included.

(Note: Marco made no fewer than three bowls of ramen during the shooting, styling and tasting of his food by Alison Conklin and me, such is the attention to detail.)

MARCO LU

Passionfruit Japanese Iced Tea

Marco also made sure that if someone at the restaurant has leftover food that they don’t go home brothless. (This is like handing out liquid gold.)

It’s such a small gesture to a customer, but it’s an example of how to go the extra mile, and why businesses such as Rakkii Ramen have managed to attract and maintain such a strong following—even through a pandemic. (Global health crises seem to make people want to consume comfort food.)

The broth, of course, is the backbone of ramen, and perhaps the most important ingredient. It is also the most time-consuming part; in order to create those layers of flavor, it takes about 10 hours. It is the definition of a labor of love.

“We closed one day because we ran out of broth. People were shocked,” says Marco.

The entry level ramen—and, naturally, the first one on the ramen menu, is the tonkotsu, a dish with pork belly, corn, scallions, fish paste and

soft-boiled eggs. If you want some extra heat, opt for the spicy miso. It brings a spicy hit initially that gradually dissipates. The ramen noodles are fresh and thin; Marco says they are similar to what you’d get in Japan if you ordered ramen. Other ramen varieties are worth seeking out, such as the fried chicken ramen and Osaka beef ramen. (Rakkii also serves udon, those chewy, sturdy noodles in broth, too.) If you’re a vegetarian, there’s a ramen for you with a vegetarian broth with tofu, scallions, pickled ginger, bean sprouts and bamboo shoots.

(It wouldn’t be a vegetarian ramen broth without mushrooms.) And of course, you can customize and add ingredients to your ramen, such as egg, karaage chicken, fish cakes, scallions and so forth.

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INSIDE DISH Mango Crêpe Cake

Delicate cake layers and a yuzu cream, dusted off with vibrant, grassy matcha powder

Okonomiyaki

A savory Japanese pancake topped with bonito flakes, Japanese mayo and okonomiyaki sauce

I love ramen. This was my dream. I wanted to bring something new to the area.

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Marco set up the belowgrade shop in a building that had, in the estimation of a neighbor across the street, been vacant for decades. The location is perfect: adjacent to Lehigh University, subject to lots of foot traffic. The interior is spare, modern and subtly Japanese— it’s not full of stereotypical Asian décor tropes. Marco used reclaimed wood from the existing structure throughout his restaurant.

They got to work quickly, and since its inception, their ambitions manifested rapidly, considering the growth of the Rakkii brand in just three short years. Each restaurant has its own subconcept—Cup o’ Rakkii, a Japanese take on Taiwanese bubble tea with fresh fruit teas, bubble teas and what they call dirty tea.

The Lus also own another adjacent food business, Oahu Poke, in the Quakertown Trolley Barn Public Market.

Hawaiian poke is full of fresh veggies with raw or cooked proteins and served over rice or lettuce. You can mix and match the ingredients (like you would at Chipotle or even Playa Bowls, for example) and pick your own dressing. “We are always looking to bring this to new places,” says Bryan.

The expansion can at least be partially attributed to the serendipity of Kevin Patton, a customer who kept coming in on nearly a daily basis over the course of a few weeks, and who helped get the Doylestown location off the ground. “He wanted to bring traditional Japanese ramen to as many places as possible. As an expert in business, he was able to succeed in our expansion. He is one of our good friends and a great business partner who we see eye to eye with in the realm of ramen,” says Bryan.

Marco definitely spends time here in Bethlehem, but is frequently working with his staff in those other locations to help automate processes and streamline things—along with maintaining the quality that Rakkii Ramen is known for.

And of course, there’s always the scouting of new locations.

When asked if he sleeps, Marco says dryly, “I try, about four hours a night.”

That diligence translates into bowls of high-quality ramen executed with fine attention to detail, with fresh, well-prepared ingredients. If there’s one thing they want you to know about eating ramen, it’s that you’ve gotta make some noise. Slurp those noodles. It’s a sign of respect—and a compliment to the chef, says Bryan.

Rakkii Ramen 328 S. New St., Bethlehem 610.419.8007 | rakkiiramen.com

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

Hours 11:30 a.m.–8:30 p.m. daily.

One menu all day—and the revolving door attests to that. Being adjacent to Lehigh with those hours is also smart, as students eat at all kinds of irregular hours.

Parking Street parking and parking deck right next door

Reservations Not accepted

What to Order Ramen, of course! Tonkotsu ramen, the spicy miso ramen—any of them! Seafood ramen adds fish cake, shrimp and mussels, in a soy dashi. In the “before noodles” menu, you could sample karaage chicken, which is breaded lightly and fried and is incredibly flavorful. (That same chicken appears in the popular curry chicken rice bowl.) Another option? The noodle wrapped shrimp, which is deep fried, with spicy mayo and Okinawa sauce.

For dessert? There’s definitely mochi (flavors rotate); don’t miss the classy and understated mango crêpe cake, comprised of delicate cake layers and a yuzu cream and dusted off with vibrant, grassy matcha powder. Wash it down with some lychee rose or passionfruit Japanese iced tea, if you want something cold, or opt for something more immediately traditional and warming, such as green, jasmine or brown rice tea.

Random detail: If you use the bathroom, you’ll notice an unusual, although logical, addition for a restaurant: mouthwash. Marco thought that it might be a nice touch. “You know, if you’re eating a lot of garlicky or spicy things, and you’re on a date,” he says.

Noodle Wrapped Shrimp

Deep fried with spicy mayo and Okinawa sauce

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BEYOND THE MENU

TEXT & PHOTOGRAPHY BY ALISON CONKLIN

Endless Summer Vegetable Salad with Chef/Owner Heidi Borelli

Borelli believes in a pretty plate and salads that excite.

As they say, to know Heidi Borelli, owner and chef at the Greenhouse Enoteca in Allentown, is to love her.

Her calming voice and kind spirit are apparent to everyone she meets. Her story with food didn’t start the way of so many other chefs. Her mother was a single parent who was an incredible example to Borelli. She worked many

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jobs to make ends meet and was one of the very first female engineers at Mack Trucks. She also had a beautiful garden where Borelli’s love of seasonal, fresh-grown vegetables started— but it wasn’t until her early twenties, when she lost her grandmother and inherited her old cookbooks, that her love affair with cooking began.

The loss of her “apple pie granny” was what made Borelli want to bake a pie for the first time. There was something about the focus and precision of measuring that she fell in love with. “I used cooking as a way to work through the grief of losing my grandmother. Being able to nourish people and make people happy was therapeutic,” she shares.

“Cooking was all I thought about and I loved it.” When she started dating her now husband she gained even more inspiration through his mom.

“I would spend days with her in the kitchen just completely intrigued by how she would put together a meal so beautifully.”

Here, she is sharing what she calls her Endless Summer Vegetable Salad. “It is full of magical seasonal ingredients that last from summer to early fall in Pennsylvania,” says Borelli. “I believe in eating a pretty plate—thoughtful food consumption is beautiful. Salads should not feel like a compromise for eating healthfully or depriving yourself of other foods you may love to indulge in. Salads should excite you for the culinary adventure you are fortunate enough to explore.”

Sunday is always family night for Borelli, with her husband and three children. A homemade meal is paired with her family’s longstanding tradition of “tell me one good thing and one bad thing that happened today,” which has allowed for memories, connections and conversation to happen over shared plates and delicious food.

At the very popular West End Allentown treasure Greenhouse Enoteca, Borelli focuses on fresh seasonal ingredients with modern inspiration of Italian food and shares her wanderlust spirit with each plate. “Food is nostalgic,” Borelli says. “Memories of childhood, travels and wonderful times come flooding back with just the smell of garlic hitting the pan.”

2114 W. Tilghman St., Allentown 610.707.1152 | ghenoteca.com

VINAIGRETTE

ORZO

1 cup olive oil 2 lemons, juice plus zest 1 Tbsp. fresh oregano 3 scallions 2 Tbsp. Dijon mustard 1 Tbsp. honey Salt and pepper to taste

1 package of orzo

Combine in blender. Borelli typically doubles this recipe to make enough for the entire week.

Or use your favorite high-quality bottled dressing.

VEGETABLES 2 cups butternut squash, cubed 1 cup artichokes 1 cup eggplant, cubed 2 shallots, sliced 2 Tbsp. fresh rosemary 2 Tbsp. thyme 2 Tbsp. brown sugar Olive oil Salt and pepper Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Toss all veggie ingredients with enough olive oil to coat. Add salt and pepper to taste. Mix fresh rosemary, thyme and brown sugar. Toss with veggies. Roast on a sheet pan until golden, stirring occasionally.

Cook orzo until al dente. Once drained, spread onto a sheet pan, add vinaigrette and combine with orzo. Allow to cool.

SALAD Little Gem and/or butterhead lettuce(s), or two of your favorite 1 yellow squash 1 zucchini Juice of 1 lemon 1–2 Tbsp. fresh garlic ¼ cup fresh dill, chopped ¼ cup fresh parsley Salt and pepper While veggies are roasting, wash, dry and chop lettuce. Using a mandoline or veggie peeler, peel yellow squash and zucchini into ribbons.

Toss with lemon juice, garlic, dill and parsley. Salt and pepper to taste.

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

Once roasted veggies are cooled, add all ingredients to orzo. If you love cheese, add a ball of burrata! Drizzle the burrata with your favorite herb oil or balsamic glaze, sprinkle with edible flowers and Maldon sea salt.

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DINING GUIDE

Dine at Savory Grille in Macungie this month.

Photo by Alison Conklin

Style Award Winner

Live Entertainment

Gluten-Free Options

Outdoor Seating

Bucks

Vegetarian Options

Entrée Price Range:

DURHAM SPRINGS, THE CASCADE ROOM $$$

Wheelchair Accessible

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

Dine in a revitalized 1730’s stone farmhouse, overlooking 33 bucolic acres of rolling lawns and spring-fed ponds. Menu features locally sourced seasonal items for indoor and outdoor diners. Brunch & dinner.

Serves Alcohol BYOB

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Berks THE BRIDGE INN

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

$$

110 Lyons Rd., Dryville, 610.682.2466, dryvillehotel.com

Authentic country hotel atmosphere, good food, well-prepared.

Great beer selection. Dinner.

FOLINO ESTATE VINEYARD & WINERY

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.

Milkshakes

try our 72 flavors!

Cheesesteaks

$$

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.

Lehigh $$

ALADDIN RESTAURANT

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

$$

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

GRACIE’S 21ST CENTURY CAFE $$$ 1534 Manatawny Dr., Pine Forge, 610.323.4004, gracies21stcentury.com

Serving local organics for 30 years. Always an experience in any season. Civilized decadence in the country. Dinner.

THE GRILLE AT BEAR CREEK $$ 101 Doe Mountain Ln., Macungie, 610.641.7149, bcmountainresort.com

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

JUDY’S ON CHERRY

MCCOOLE’S AT THE HISTORIC RED LION INN $-$$$

SPRINGTOWN INN

$

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

DRYVILLE HOTEL

5065 Lehnenberg Rd., Kintnersville, 484.907.2100, durhamsprings.com

Spice Up Your Life.

Eat more Tacos.

$-$$

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

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

Closed Sun. and Mon. Lunch & dinner.

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

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

$

BELL HALL

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

A LEHIGH VALLEY FAVORITE SINCE 2001

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

THE BRASS RAIL RESTAURANT

$

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

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

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

BRÜ DADDY’S BREWING CO. $

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

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

CACTUS BLUE MEXICAN RESTAURANT

$

3531 Freemansburg Ave., Bethlehem AND The Lehigh Valley Zoo 610.419.4869 // GEAKERS.COM

2915 Schoenersville Rd., Bethlehem, 610.814.3000, cactusblue.biz

Authentic dishes native to Puebla and select localized dishes to suit every taste. Lunch & dinner.

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DINING GUIDE CHESS N’ CHECKERS

$-$$

1801 Airport Rd., Allentown, 610.264.4131, chessncheckersrestaurant.com

Known for their crab cakes, casual dining, two floors with bars and beautiful views, 25-foot fireplace and reasonable prices.

Lunch & dinner.

$$$

COPPERHEAD GRILLE 1731 Airport Rd., Allentown, 610.403.4600, copperheadgrille.com

Copperhead Grille is a place where handcrafted recipes and sports merge to form the ultimate sports dining experience.

Lunch, dinner & late night.

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.

$$

HOUSE & BARN

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

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

KOMÉ FINE JAPANESE CUISINE AND HIBACHI $$ The Promenade Shops at Saucon Valley, 610.798.9888, komerestaurant.com

A contemporary Japanese cuisine and hibachi. Extraordinary sushi, non-sushi dishes served in a contemporary, yet sensual atmosphere. Lunch & dinner.

$$-$$$

LIMEPORT INN

1505 Limeport Pike, Limport, 610.967.1810, limeportinn.com

New American cuisine in a relaxed country setting. Lunch & dinner.

MADELINE’S

$$$

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

$$$

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

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.

$$

MY TEQUILA HOUSE

1808 MacArthur Rd., Whitehall, 484.664.7109, mytequilahouse.com

Laid-back cantina providing down-home Mexican recipes, a large tequila list and lively happy hours. 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.

$$

RINGERS ROOST

1801 W. Liberty St., Allentown, 610.437.4941, ringersroostpa.com

Family-friendly restaurant. Lots of parking. Friendly faces. Excellent food, from seafood to cheesesteaks. Great beer selection. Lunch, dinner & late night.

SAGE ALLEY BREWERY & GRILLE $$ 213 N. Main St., Coopersburg, 610.421.6029, sagealleybrewery.com

Coopersburg’s microbrewery offering great food in a relaxing atmosphere, with indoor and outdoor dining. Brunch, 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.

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.

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TOP CUT STEAKHOUSE

$$$

The Promenade Shops at Saucon Valley, 610.841.7100, topcutsteak.com

Classically inspired cocktails, exquisite wines and USDA prime steaks in a 1940s style rooftop atmosphere. 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.

$$

WHITE ORCHIDS THAI CUISINE

The Promenade Shops at Saucon Valley, 610.841.7499, whiteorchidsthaicuisine.com

Authentic Thai cuisine in a contemporary and relaxed dining atmosphere. Signature seafood dishes, house specialties and classic Thai entrées. New bar and lounge area. Lunch & dinner.

$$$

YOUELL’S OYSTER HOUSE 2249 Walnut St., Allentown, 610.439.1203, youellsoysterhouse.com

Sea to table since 1895. The region’s destination for fresh seafood and steaks. Dinner.

Northampton $$$

1741 ON THE TERRACE

437 Main St., Bethlehem, 610.625.2219, hotelbethlehem.com

The award-winning culinary team takes pride in presenting seasonal menus combined with the 1741 classic. Dinner.

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.

BILLY’S DOWNTOWN DINER

$

10 E. Broad St., Bethlehem, 610.867.0105, billysdiner.com

Not your ordinary diner. Visit them in Historic Downtown Bethlehem for breakfast, lunch or something sweet. Breakfast & lunch.

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

GREAT FOR FAMILY, FRIENDS & PARTIES!

$$

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.

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$$$

4431 Easton Ave., Bethlehem, 610.691.8400, bluegrillhouse.com

From a party of four on the covered outdoor patio to a party of 400 in the newly renovated event center ballroom, blue delivers with prime steaks and seafood, a sprawling wine list and impeccable service. Brunch, lunch, dinner & late night.

$$

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.

$-$$

THE BRICK

1 W. Broad St., Bethlehem, 610.419.1141, thebrickpa.com

Wood-fired pizzeria, restaurant and bar. Breakfast, lunch, dinner & late night.

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.

$$$

COPPERHEAD GRILLE Savor the fall on our heated patio or

NEW porch!

DYING to have you join us for great food, brews & Spirits

We’re

5737 Rte. 378, Bethlehem, 610.282.4600, copperheadgrille.com

213 N. Main St., Coopersburg 610.421.6029 Visit our website for our FULL LIST OF UPCOMING EVENTS:

sagealleybrewery.com

Wed–Thurs 4–8pm | Fri 4–9pm | Sat 12–9pm | Sun 12–6pm

Copperhead Grille is a place where handcrafted recipes and sports merge to form the ultimate sports dining experience.

Lunch, dinner & late night.

T R Y O U R “ N E W ” N O N N A’ S P I Z Z A — A FA M I LY FAV O R I T E !

Grazie and Buon Appetito!

–T H E D i M A I O FA M I LY

The Shoppes at Hellertown

610.838.8004 // dimaios.net D I N E - I N • BYO B • DA I LY S P E C I A L S • TA K E - O U T • C AT E R I N G

$

DADDY’S PLACE

650 Northampton St., Easton, 610.438.4442, daddysplaceeaston.com

Mediterranean Lebanese Cuisine, freshly baked bread, 1,100 craft and import beers and full bar. Lunch & dinner.

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

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.

DINER 248

$

3701 Easton-Nazareth Hwy., Easton, 610.252.4300, diner248.com

Fine diner-ing at its best. Handmade, fresh food, craft beer, libations and desserts. Call ahead seating available. Breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner & late night.

$

DON JUAN MEX GRILL

LOVE

FOOD?

5540 Crawford Dr., Bethlehem 2600 William Penn Hwy., Easton 300 N. 3rd St., Easton, 610.438.5661, donjuanmexgrill.com

Bringing Latin-inspired food to local communities. 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.

HAWAII POKE BOWL

$

306 Town Center Blvd., Easton, 610.330.2886, hawaii-poke-bowl-forks.business.site

Rice bowl with sushi-grade fish, veggies and Asian toppings.

Lunch & dinner.

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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.

$$$

MAXIM’S 22

322 Northampton St., Easton, 610.252.2622, maxims22.com

Maxim’s 22 bistro and brasserie is the latest from the awardwinning Sette Luna team. Known for comfortable french fare in a casual setting. Brunch, lunch, dinner & late night.

M c CARTHY’S RED STAG PUB $$$ 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.

’Tis the Season to Celebrate Call today to reserve one of our private dining rooms.

$$$

SURV RESTAURANT 1800 Sullivan Trl., Easton, 484.544.0624, surveaston.com

Dual-concept restaurant with a New American menu and wood-fired pizza. Dinner.

STEELWORKS BUFFET & GRILL $$

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

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

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

74 W. Broad St. Suite 220, Bethlehem 610.814.0100 edgerestaurant.net

CURBSIDE PICKUP AVAILABLE:

$$

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.

RED WOLFE INN

$$

130 County Rd. 519, Belvidere, NJ, 908.475.4772

A diverse menu with French influences, featuring delicious steak entrées and French onion soup that’s to die for, as well as a variety of draft beers and a vast cocktail selection. Dinner.

THYME RESTAURANT AND BAR

$$

700 Strykers Rd., Lopatcong, NJ, 908.213.3080, thearchitectsclub.com

Classic, hip, French-inspired, destination-quality restaurant offering upscale dining with indoor and outdoor seating and majestic views of the Skyland Mountains. Lunch & dinner.

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EAT THIS

BY KRISTEN WAGNER | PHOTOGR APHY BY SHELBIE PLETZ

Pretzel Charcuterie & Cheese Board EASTON WINE PROJECT “As a winery, offering a charcuterie board was a given.

However, we wanted to make our charcuterie board special, something to remember,” says Amanda Thatcher, general manager of Easton Wine Project. “We wanted it large enough to share, really pleasing to look at and super satisfying to eat with wine or beer.”

That something special became the pretzel charcuterie and cheese board. The dish includes five different cheeses to sample, which change regularly, and a variety of cured Italian meats. “We like to use locally sourced items whenever we can. We feature cheeses from Klein Farms in Easton,” says Thatcher.

But what really sets the board apart is that the cheese and meats are nestled inside a jumbo Bavarian soft pretzel that is warmed to perfection.

The board is served with Easton Wine Project’s housemade beer cheese for dipping, which Thatcher describes as “out of this world.” Two to four people can easily share this as an appetizer, and should pair it with a wine tasting.

Share a variety of meats and cheeses that are tucked inside a warm, jumbo Bavarian soft pretzel.

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“With a tasting, our guests have the opportunity to choose five different wines, allowing them to decide which wine they like best with the variety of meat and cheeses offered.”

The menu changes seasonally, so guests can expect to find fresh ingredients or new dishes that reflect that. Don’t miss the Autumn Grilled Cheese, made with cheddar, apple butter and caramelized onions sandwiched between buttery, goldenbrown Texas toast, served with kettle chips and pickles.

“Nothing screams sweater weather like a warm grilled cheese. The apple adds additional fall flavors that I think our customers will keep coming back for.”

Easton Wine Project also prides itself on offering glutenfree options and Thatcher says they hope to include more vegan options in the future as well. This fall, they’ll debut the Harvest Bowl—riced cauliflower dressed in their own cider vinaigrette, tossed with seasonal vegetables and topped with baby kale. “This one is seasonal, hearty and delicious!”

1247 Simon Blvd. Suite N103, Easton | 610.438.2533 eastonwineproject.com

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