Married couple Jose Avila and Delia Perez hail from different parts of Mexico – Avila is from, Toluca, the capital of the country’s central state of Mexico, and Perez is from Oaxaca. In 2009, the couple – who migrated to the U.S. in the early 1990s –took over ownership of the restaurant Mexico Lindo at 720 Main Street in Bethlehem, which had been in business as mostly a ta... »
At first glance, the Allentown Fairgrounds Farmers Market may not seem an ideal milieu for Loan’s Authentic Vietnamese Bistro. However, this 10-year-market-veteran vendor—dishing up specialties from a culture famed for street food—captures the essence of that experience with a small counter that fronts a compact kitchen dispatching fragrant, flavorful, and freshly prepared... »
When the weather demands ice cream therapy, an Owowcow shop offers deliciously restorative treatments. Diverse offerings come in cups, cones, floats, shakes, sundaes, and other enticing forms. Although multiple factors help distinguish these frozen confections, a primary component that sets apart this regional brand is quality ingredients—mainly local and organic, such as ... »
When the going gets tough—like when a worldwide pandemic temporarily disrupts in-house table service—the tough don a bandana face mask and head outside to fire up the smoker. Chef Nate Weida completes his Western-wear ensemble with a plaid shirt and vintage cowboy hat, looking every inch the culinary cowboy hero as he spends long hours infusing oak and fruitwood fragrances... »
A Bethlehem bedrock of casual cuisine since 1991, Carl’s Corner earned an avid following that was attracted equally by friendly hospitality and generous steak sandwiches, subs, and other informal fare favorites. Cindy and Matthew Weintraub, along with the four teenagers that comprised their blended family, counted among these dedicated followers— until serendipity prompted... »
Countryside Continuum The Springtown Inn fairly glows with a heritage halo. Located in a picturesque village, the Springtown Hotel was constructed in 1830 and has remained in continuous operation through the present, albeit with periodic changes in hands (and a slight change in name) over nearly two centuries. Wide plank floors invite guests to tread across history, from t... »
COME OUT AND PLAY Once upon a time, golf was a weather-contingent sport. Fortunately, technology enables The Sweet Spot to sidestep disagreeable playing conditions through immersive augmented reality. Prestigious Pebble Beach counts among the 84 international courses offered in a comfy indoor environment furnished with five TopGolf Swing Suite simulator bays, each of which... »
In the past four years, the multi-faceted Easton Public Market (EPM) has become deeply rooted in center city life, not only feeding the needs of urban consumers but attracting visitors to the increasingly vibrant downtown area. In fact, the excellence of EPM’s accomplishments were recognized with a prestigious statewide Townie Award for Anchor Building in 2017, bestowed by... »
Don’t leave without trying the Cheese Steak Spring Rolls. Why? Easily their most popular appetizer, the house-made spring rolls pack a traditional beef cheesesteak, American cheese, and caramelized onions into a fried and crispy exterior, with a sweet chili dipping sauce served on the side, General Manager Erik Sheetz says. With so many great bar snacks on the appetizer li... »
When in Scotland, prepare for a delicious feast with friends, family, neighbors, and countrymen complimented with kilts, tartans, and bagpipes. When not in Scotland, do the same at Braveheart Highland Pub in downtown Hellertown. The wealth of resources available on and off the coasts of Scotland originally provided early settlers with sustenance. Traditionally, dinner incl... »
