Joe Wehinger - Lehigh Valley FlavrReport

By Joe Wehinger — 2 years ago

Three Oak Steakhouse delivers: big flavor, great service, located in Easton, PA

When you visit the Pennsylvania’s Lehigh Valley, you ask everyone about where to find good food.

Every foodie I’ve met gets a twinkle in their eye when they mention Easton’s Three Oak Steakhouse.

So I was excited to try it.

Pennsylvania’s Lehigh Valley is growing. And so are the food choices. People are demanding quality, service and ambience.

Does Three Oak Steakhouse hold up to these very high standard?

On a recent visit, I tasted their cocktails, caesar salad, 20 oz dry-aged Kansas City Steak, and a mushroom side dish.

Three Oak Steakhouse’s Caesar salad

Cuisine

Are the ingredients fresh? Is your plate well-made?

Exceptionally well-done. A wide variety of steak and seafood with high-end side dishes. The cocktails are mixed well. Balanced. The wine list is diverse with mostly traditional choices (Hello California Cab) and a few Old World and enough brave picks that would make a NYC wino grin.

Three Oak Steakhouse medium rare 20 oz dry-aged Kansas City Steak

My Caesar was crisp, slightly indulgent with house-made dressing. My 20 oz dry-aged Kansas City Steak was cooked perfectly, seared with a slight crust that provided just enough crunch. The mushrooms were extra juicy and prepared well to compliment my dinner.

Ambience

The setting is steakhouse perfect. Dim lighting. Wood tones. A selection of bar seating, smaller tables (think date night) and large tables for friends or business. The rooftop bar is a pleasant surprise and a fun hangout.

Three Oak Steakhouse bar and ambience

Service

Much like you’d expect from a high-end steakhouse, the service is exceptional. Fast, very knowledgable and helpful without being too “needy”. All the wait staff kept their distance letting you enjoy your time and yet magically arrive just when you need them

The servers, bartenders and wait staff are anticipating your needs and often a few steps ahead of you.

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Three Oak Steakhouse’s Old Fashioned

Hospitality

Does the restaurant deliver on the promise it makes to their customer?

Absolutely yes. Three Oak Steakhouse offers you an incredible night of excellent food and drink in a dramatic, cozy setting, with service that arrives just when you need them.

I can understand the smiles and starry eyes after my first visit. Three Oak Steakhouse is helping Easton and the Lehigh Valley establish themselves as an East Coast foodie destination.

Donnachiara Winery’s Ilaria Petitto brought Thanksgiving early

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Discover this Surprisingly Affordable Secret Flavor for a Lehigh Valley Thanksgiving

By Joe Wehinger — 2 years ago

Donnachiara Winery’s Ilaria Petitto brought Thanksgiving early to one of Manhattan’s top Italian restaurants Il Gattopardo.

Donnachiara Winery’s Ilaria Petitto

Hosted by the always amazing certified Italian Wine Ambassador with a Diploma in Wines & Spirits, Susannah Gold, we tasted through 6 wines (4 white, 2 red) paired with 4 courses aiming for a Thanksgiving to remember.

The secondo was very Thanksgiving – influenced (and spoiler alert: the wine that Donnachiara chose was absolutely perfect.)

Italian Wine Expert Susannah Gold

The special secret to Donnachiara Winery’s roster in my humble opinion is incredible Old World quality with truly remarkable present day pricing.

Donnachiara Winery is Old World with Modern Twist

Before we ate, Ilaria introduced her family’s history and explained how the new generation (her generation) is leading the Montefalcione wine revolution, with her mother’s blessing.

Donnachiara Winery’s Ilaria Petitto

In the same spirit, Ilaria proudly announced that she is now the Vice President of the Conosrzio di Tutela dei Vini dell’Irpinia.

Ilaria continued, sharing their winery is located in Montefalcione, in the Irpinia area near Avellino. While the vineyards have been in the family for over 150 years, the modern winery was completed in 2005. Ilaria’s mother, Chiara Petitto, is a vocal supporter of her work in the winery.

Tell Me More About Donnachiara Winery

The Donnachiara Winery on the hills of Montefalcione

The Donnachiara Winery stands high on the hills of Montefalcione.

Montefalcione is nestled in the Central West of Italy, near Montevergine and Chiusano – just over two hours south of Rome and about an hour East of Naples.

The Donnachiara Winery on the hills of Montefalcione

The winery’s philosophy is to preserve the traditional grape varieties of the local territory and keep the typical character of the wines from being lost to standardization, like many of the wines on the market today.

Our Early Thanksgiving Feast Starts

Antipasti

Crudo di Spigola marinato al lime ed erbe su crostino

Mini Mozzarelle in Carrozza Con Salsetta D’ Acciughe di Cetara

Palle di riso piselli, parmigiano e sughetto di vitello

Fiano de Avellino docg 2021 is the perfect start. A golden shimmer in the glass. The nose matches with a striking aroma of cream, a hint of bread crust and french vanilla. The mouth is full bodied, bright and creamy. A light touch, which would pair well with grilled salmon.

Empatia Fiano de Avellino BIO 2021 continues to tease and tickle your senses. Straw yellow in the glass with a chalky, limestone bouquet. A lighter mouthfeel with a soft, tart note. Would pair deliciously with seafood, mussels, lobster.

Fiano de Avellino docg 2021, Empatia Fiano de Avellino BIO 2021

Primo

Cavatelli di grano antico “Senatore Capelli”

Con fagioli Spollichini e cozze

Greco di Tufo docg 2021 is pale yellow in the glass. A beautiful bouquet of peach, pineapple, and apricot. The mouth is fresh and soft, and lingers on and on. Pairs well with light seafood and pasta with truffles.

Aletheia Greco di Tufo docg Riserva 2020 is quite incredible. Pale yellow in the glass. A complex nose of peach, pineapple and the faintest hint of cedar. The strikingly fresh, bolder taste and slightly heavier mouthfeel would pair well with seafood, pasta with mushrooms, and blue cheeses.

Greco di Tufo docg 2021, Aletheia Greco di Tufo docg Riserva 2020

Secondo

Tacchino del “Ringraziamento” ripieno di Castagne e Salsiccia

con friarielli saltati in Padella

Tacchino del “Ringraziamento” ripieno di Castagne e Salsiccia

Aglianico Irpinia doc 2020 has a gorgeous violet shimmer in the glass. The nose is blueberry with a hint of herb. Medium mouthfeel with mineral and herbal hints. Would pair well with turkey and rabbit.

Taurasi docg 2018 is an all-star for this meal. Ruby red in the glass. Burnt cherry, with plums and toast on the nose. Mouth is a velvety, gush of jam with black currant. Would pair well with gamey and braised meats.

If you’re serving cranberry as a side dish, this Taurasi bottle elevates the taste. It’s a winner.

Aglianico Irpinia doc 2020, Taurasi docg 2018

Dolce

La Pastiera Napoletana

Caffe

Biscotti

La Pastiera Napoletana

While each of the wines tasted at lunch were enjoyable, there were two that are perfect for your Thanksgiving pairings.

If you ordered both for your Thanksgiving, poured Alethia Greco di Tufo docg Riserva 2020 as your guests are arriving and offered Taurasi docg 2018 as you served your main course, magic would happen!

The wines are available at Total Wine throughout the country and at selected stores and restaurants around the East Coast.

Donnachiara Winery’s website is Donnachiara.com

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Alton Brown Live: Beyond The Eats heads to Bethlehem’s Wind Creek on Nov 26

By Joe Wehinger — 2 years ago

Television personality, author, Food Network and Netflix star Alton Brown heads to heading Bethlehem PA’s Wind Creek Casino on November 26

Alton Brown Live: Beyond The Eats – The Holiday Variant tour this holiday season.

He is the host of Top 10 new Netflix Iron Chef reboot “Iron Chef: Quest for an Iron Legend.” Brown says fans can expect “more cooking, more comedy, more music, and more potentially dangerous science stuff with a sprinkle of seasonal spices. Plus, you’ll see things I’ve never been allowed to do on TV.” Critics and fans have raved about the interactive components of Brown’s shows.

He warns, “Prepare for an evening unlike any other and if I call for volunteers…think twice.”

How can I volunteer to be on stage?
Volunteers will be selected at random from the audience.

What does the VIP Experience ticket include?

VIP Experience tickets include a prime seat location and an exclusive intimate Q&A before the show. VIP ticket holders will be given first access to purchase tour merchandise without a line and will receive a VIP laminate when they enter the theatre. The VIP experience will last 15-20 minutes.

Is the show family friendly?
Beyond The Eats will be a culinary event for food fans of all ages.

For more information and tickets: Alton Brown Live: Beyond The Eats

Italian Wine Ambassador Susannah Gold shares Oltrepo Pavese wines

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Discover Oltrepo Pavese Wines from Italian Wine Ambassador Susannah Gold

By Joe Wehinger — 2 years ago

Italian Wine Ambassador Susannah Gold shares Oltrepo Pavese wines at IEEM’s Simply Italian Great Wines Oct 24 in NYC

So much Italian wine is packed with great flavor, great food pairing possibilities, even great price tags ($20 or less). And yet many of us don’t reach for their bottles at the wine shop because we haven’t discovered them yet.

Oltrepo Pavese is a great example of this.

Italian Wine Ambassador Susannah Gold shares Oltrepo Pavese wines

So where is Oltrepo Pavese?

Oltrepo Pavese is in the north-west Italian region of Lombardy. Within Italy’s 20 regions, Lombardy (or Lombardia) is located on the Northern end, bordered by Piemonte, Emilio-Romagna, Veneto, Trentino – Alto Adige.

Wine Expert Susannah Gold

Oltrepo Pavese History

Oltrepo Pavese has a long wine history. It’s called ‘The Old World’ for a reason.

Viticulture was mentioned in the area as early as 40 BC. By the 1800s, the area was growing more than 200 grape varieties. Eventually it became the third largest producer of the Pinot Nero grape, just behind France’s Burgundy and Champagne.

Italian Wine Ambassador Susannah Gold shares Oltrepo Pavese wines

Oltrepo Pavese Grapes

There are four main grape varieties in Oltrepo Pavese and they are: Pinot Noir, Croatina, Barbera, Riesling. In addition, other popular options are: Pinot Grigio and Moscato.

Sparkling Wine in Oltrepo Pavese

Do they do sparkling? They do.

Their Pinot Noir vine clones started getting used in the 1800s and by the 1900s sparkling wine production took off.

Sparkling wine made in the south of Lombardy’s Pavia province Pinot Nero (Noir) is dominant in all wines made under this title, including either white or rosé.

The metodo classico is Italy’s version of the methode traditionelle, proudly used (and protected) by the winemakers of France’s Champagne.

Oltrepò Metodo Classico DOCG has a minimum of 70% Pinot Noir
Oltrepò Metodo Classico Cruasé has a minimum of 75% Pinot Noir

Let’s Get to Tasting

Italian Wine Ambassador Susannah Gold shares Oltrepo Pavese wines at IEEM’s Simply Italian Great Wines Oct 24 in NYC

Testarossa Oltrepo Pavese DOCG Metodo Classico Pinot Nero 2016 La Versa

In the glass, a brilliant straw yellow. White and creamy mousse, with continuous perlage. The nose has crusty bread with a citrus finish. The mouth has a soft feel, fresh and lively, with a lingering red fruit aftertaste. Would pair well with white fish, salmon, mussels.

Oltrepo Pavese Pinot Grigio DOC 2021 – Vanzini

In the glass, copper tones. On the nose, floral notes of apple, pear. Soft, elegant mouthfeel, with hints of toast and cream. Would pair well with fish and creamy cheeses.

Sommossa Bonarda dell ‘ Oltrepo Pavese DOC 2021 – Castello De Luzzano

In the glass, Ruby red with purple tinges. On the nose, notes of blackberry and black currant. The mouth is dry and tannic with persistent black currant.

Tiamat, Pino Nero dell’Oltrepo Pavese DOC 2020 – Cordero San Giorgio

In the glass, luminous ruby red color. Red fruit aromas on the nose. Red fruit with a hint of spice on the mouth, soft mouthfeel. Would pair well with chicken and turkey.

Pernice Pinot Nero dell’Oltrepo Pavese DCO 2018 – Conte Vistarino

In the glass, ruby red with garnet specks. The nose has complex violet notes with roasted coffee and cocoa. The mouth is big and elegant. A full body of red fruit with a spicy finish. Could be deliciously paired with gamey and roasted meats, rabbit, mushrooms .

Noir, Pinot Nero, dell’Oltrepo Pavese DOC 2018 – Mazzolino

In the glass, deep bright ruby red with a garnet edge. On the nose, raspberry, and a subtle blend of earth and white pepper. The mouth gets roasted red berries and earthy accents. But the wine keeps opening up! Sweeter red cherry and silky richness that lingers. Could pair well with grilled salmon in a wine sauce

Italian Wine Ambassador Susannah Gold shares Oltrepo Pavese wines at IEEM’s Simply Italian Great Wines Oct 24 in NYC

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Lehigh Valley Haunted Poconos Park Offers Halloween Fun for Everyone

By Joe Wehinger — 2 years ago

On Halloween weekend Oct 28-29, Lehigh Valley’s Haunted Poconos Park unleashes fun for all ages, with a slew of events from kid-friendly trick or treating to genuine thrills, even sit down dinner and a dance party.

And you’re invited!

Poconos Park is popular for its central location in North East Pennsylvania, with easy drives from NYC, Philly and the Lehigh Valley.

This time of year the road trip is gorgeous. But as you get closer, your view turns from romantic Autumn to haunted destination.

You drive deep into the dark woods, fog creeps around your car, moonlight pierces through the trees, howling wind makes screachy scratching sounds.

Just then, you expect Leatherface to run out sparking up his chainsaw – and the party hasn’t even started yet.

All of the festivities take place within walking distance at the newly-acquired Pocono Park, a huge indoor / outdoor destination that hosts concerts, theater shows, corporate events, weddings and private gatherings.

This weekend it’s transformed into a Halloween Haven.

Pocono Park manages to create Halloween for everyone, from you littlest goblin who wants candy, laughs, and no scares to the group of friends who want scares and thrills. Every Halloween and horror lover has a spot here.

For Halloween, event company From The Roots has taken over and promises thrills, smiles and memories for you, your friend and your family.

John M. Oakes, From The Roots

John M. Oakes who runs From The Roots , loves putting on a show and delights in every twist and turn from ultra scary, to the cutest moments.

Earlier this week, we got a preview tour of the most popular attraction – Playhouse of Horror.

It’s a fast-moving, screams around every corner, standing – crawling – jump fest. Pro tip: Go through it next to your friend who screams the most — it’ll +10 the whole experience for ya. The Playhouse is fun, fast-paced, well-designed and has the mark of any good maze, when it’s done you’re high-fiving your friends and wanting to get right back in line to go again.

But that’s not all. Oakes has a banquet planned and an 80’s throwback Dance Party.

Check out each event listed below

KID’S TRICK OR TREAT TRAIL

4 – 7 P.M.— (Children Ages 12 & Under):

Prior to sunset, children will be sent along a fright-free, wooded trail to gather candy treats, participate in interactive games, and meet a host of kid-friendly characters—with plenty of photo opportunity stations for parents along the way.

Cost is $5 per child with an accompanying adult.

PLAYHOUSE OF HORROR

6 – 10 P.M.— (Ages 13+):

Beginning at twilight, our “braver” and older guests can explore the more eerie dwellings of an authentic haunted house. Meet POCONOS PARK’s playful specters, murderous villains, and Goghoulish monsters. Take in our wonderful macabre displays and get a few jump-scares along the way. (Note: ONLY those in line before 10 P.M. will be admitted. Children aged 12 and under MUST be accompanied by an adult)

Early Bird Cost is $19.99 plus fees, Week Of Cost is $24.99 plus fees, and Day Of Cost is $29.99 plus fees. Grab a Skip The Line admission for only $39.99.

BLACK LAGOON BANQUET

5 – 8 P.M.—(All Ages):

Say “Bone-Appetit!” as we serve no tricks, just treats, at this otherworldly upscale dinner buffet. Enjoy delicious culinary treats and only the finest, delightful “spirits” curated especially for you by Event Hospitality Solutions. This family-friendly dinner will be served with paired wine from Blue Ridge Winery and distinguished ghostly guests. Tickets are LIMITED at $59.99 per guest (plus fees) and include “skip the line” admission to the Playhouse of Horror, access to the buffet, and one alcoholic or non-alcoholic drink per person. (Note: Additional alcoholic beverages cost extra.)

“SCREAM! AT THE LAKE” 90’s Throwback Dance Party

Friday, Oct. 28, 9 P.M. – 1.A.M. (21+):

Calling all ghosts and ghouls to scream with delight as we turn off the lights and on the 90s tunes! Join us down at the Lake House to enjoy some scary libations at the Bloody Bar and graze on some skull candy (aka yummy bar food). Dress to kill, as we’ll be giving away prizes for the most spine-chilling, the most scandalous, and the most striking costumes! (Must show valid ID to enter) Tickets are LIMITED at $49.99 per guest (plus fees), and includes “skip the line” admission to the Playhouse of Horror.

“CURSED CAMPGROUND” Electronic Music Dance Party

Saturday, Oct. 29, 9 P.M. – 1.A.M. (21+):

After you’ve had your pants scared off inside the Playhouse of Horror, join the crowd at the Cursed Campground at the Lake House! If you dare to venture through the cursed trails of this abandoned summer camp, you will reach the most electrifying dance party in the Poconos!

Costumes are encouraged, as prizes will be given away for various spooky categories. (Must show valid ID to enter) Tickets are LIMITED at $49.99 per guest and include “skip the line” admission to the Playhouse of Horror.

For tix and more info: Haunted Pocono Park

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Your Summertime Adventures Deserve a Refreshing Taste, Here’s the drink for you

By Joe Wehinger — 2 years ago

Your summertime adventures deserve a refreshing taste, with healthy results and supporting a good case, taste CaliWater.

This summer many families are going on adventures – from a fun night out, to local road trips to traditional vacations and everything in between. Families are looking for flavor, looking for healthy options, when possible choosing to support social good.

Recently we tasted a solution that solves all of this and more.

CaliWater is the latest celebrity-driven brand on an already crowded grocery shelf to promote flavor, fun and health.

Before you judge it, have you tried cactus water? If not, honestly it’s worth a taste.

Open your mind (and your mouth) to the world of cactus water. Try the taste of CaliWater.

The Flavor

CaliWater comes in two subtle, but very different flavors:

Ginger + Lime

It’s a drink that adds a pop to your tongue.

Tasting-wise, on the nose is heavy lime that for me became a palette cleanser. Got a funky taste in your mouth? This can will save you. The lime notes carry over on your palette and the ginger adds a refreshing zing. The linger lasts, leaving a pleasant and refreshing taste.

Wild Prickly Pear

Tasting-wise, on your nose its a bit sweet and even floral. As you taste, it’s giving your mouth a sweet, refreshing bath similar to a bite of watermelon.

But How Healthy is CaliWater?

The simple answer is: very healthy.

Caliwater contains 5 naturally occurring electrolytes to boost hydration and is packed with skin fortifying antioxidants, anti-inflammatory properties, and 200mg of Prickly Pear Extract which is a proven hangover relief.

Prickly Pear Cactus has shown to lower cholesterol, regulate blood sugar levels, and provides natural anti-viral properties. Known as a “superfruit”, the Prickly Pear Cactus has been the health solution go-to for many all over the world.

Proven Hangover Relief

Let’s repeat an important part. The drinks include 200mg of Prickly Pear Extract which is a proven hangover relief.

Cali water also serves as a fantastic mixer for your favorite cocktail.

Created with passion, love, and a clear mission in mind

Earth-friendly activists Vanessa Hudgens and Oliver Trevena bonded while enjoying a prickly pear margarita.

They launched CaliWater, California cactus water that goes beyond just hydration.

Created with passion, love and a clear mission in mind CaliWater hopes to promote healthy eco-friendly lifestyles and to make the world a better place.

With up to 75% of Americans being considered chronically dehydrated CaliWater offer the tasty yet healthy alternative to water that also presents benefits for health and well-being.

Giving Social Good

CaliWater’s goal is not only to provide health benefits to their customers, but also to raise awareness about the fight against childhood hunger.

Partnering with No Kid Hungry a charity working to stop hungry children, Cali Wter pledges to donate $0.05 for every can purchased with the goal of donating $1,000,000 by April 2022.

Read for a Taste?

You can shop CaliWater here: https://drinkcaliwater.com/

You can also browse your local Erewhon, Alfred, Bevmo, Blueys Market & Cafe, Sunlight Organics, The Pie Hotel, Vintage Grocers.

Penn's Peak Mountain Wine Festival July 23-24

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Wine-Lovers, Taste a Weekend of Sips at Penn’s Peak Mountain Wine Festival July 23-24

By Joe Wehinger — 2 years ago

Wine-Lovers, Taste Thru Hundreds of Sips at Penn’s Peak Mountain Wine Festival July 23-24

Head to Penn’s Peak in nearby Jim Thorpe for this festival which includes wine samplings from 8 local wineries.

Relax with a glass of wine on the panoramic outdoor deck with a view of Beltzville Lake and the Pocono Mountains.

Choose to stay inside and enjoy air conditioned comfort while listening to live entertainment and shopping at several local artisans pop-up shops.

Penn's Peak Mountain Wine Festival

Mountain Wine Festival Wineries

Shade Mountain, Tolino Vineyards, Black River Farms, Blue Mountain Vineyards, The Winery at Wilcox, Blue Ridge Winery, and of course Franklin Hill Vineyards

The event starts at 12:00 both days until 5:00pm

Penn's Peak Mountain Wine Festival

Mountain Wine Festival Scholarships

Part of the proceeds of Mountain Wine Festival will go to help fund scholarships to this areas future Winemakers and Viticulturists.

Tickets for Mountain Wine Festival here

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Easton’s Summer Restaurant Week begins July 17th, featuring delicious local cuisine at amazing prices

By Joe Wehinger — 2 years ago

Easton’s Summer Restaurant Week begins Sunday, July 17th, featuring delicious local cuisine at amazing prices including Italian, French, Pizza, beer, wine and more!

Enjoy dining that will make your taste buds smile!

Browse set price menus for lunch and dinner specials. Try new places, or visit your traditional favs!

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Easton’s 2022 Summer Restaurant Week!

From Sunday, July 17th – Saturday, July 23rd, food lovers from across the Lehigh Valley can get a taste of everything that the Easton food and beverage scene has to offer.

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Easton’s Summer Restaurant Week

Easton’s Summer Restaurant Week gives patrons a chance to return to their favorite spots, while also providing participants with an opportunity to reach new customers with enticing deals.

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All Restaurants are offering special set menus just for the diners of Easton Restaurant Week!

Participating Restaurants:

TWO RIVERS BREWING COMPANY

RIVER GRILLE

PEARLY BAKER’S ALEHOUSE

BLACK AND BLUE

EASTON WINE PROJECT

CELLAR 159

AMAN’S ARTISAN INDIAN CUISINE

3RD & FERRY FISH MARKET

PORTER’S PUB & RESTAURANT

STOKE COAL FIRE PIZZA

THE BAYOU

MARIO’S ITALIAN EATERY

BILLY’S DOWNTOWN DINER

ANTONIO’S PIZZERIA & RESTAURANT

SETTE LUNA

MARBLEHEAD CHOWDER HOUSE

COLONIAL PIZZA

BIG PAPA’S RESTAURANT & CATERING

MAXIM’S 22

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Participants’ Specials: Offers can be viewed at: https://eastonrestaurantweek.com/restaurants/

Pricing: Varies depending on each offer.

Sponsors:

Title Sponsor

KLYR Rums

Meticulously Crafted, Simply Enjoyed

KLYR was born from scribbling outside the margins and the pursuit of the irrefutable. We’re purists because we believe in a silver rum that’s smooth from start to finish.

Full Circle Veggies

We are proud to offer full service installation and maintenance plans for your homesteading. and gardening needs.

Contact us for your full plan and design spec of your full garden, garden box, and more! (We will install your hive, maintain your hive and harvest your honey for you!)

Maverick Media

Pennsylvania’s full service (women-owned) marketing agency that exists to generate measurable, positive results for you. We know the value we bring to the brands we serve. We measure daily.

We are honored to be a winner in the 2020 Reader Ranking Awards for Best of the Best in the Lehigh Valley in the categories for Social Media Firm and Marketing/Advertising Agency.

State Theatre

The State Theatre is supported entirely by donations from people like you!

New members that join at the $125 Curtain Call level (or higher)* will receive a voucher good for two tickets to one of the following shows!

For more information: https://eastonrestaurantweek.com/

Hellertown-Lower Saucon Summer Restaurant Week begins Sunday, July 17th

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Foodies! Hellertown-Lower Saucon Summer Restaurant Week begins Sunday, July 17th

By Joe Wehinger — 2 years ago

Hellertown-Lower Saucon Summer Restaurant Week begins Sunday, July 17th

The Hellertown-Lower Saucon Chamber of Commerce (HLSC), a proud partner of the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce, is spicing up your summer in the most delicious way

2022 Summer Restaurant Week!

From Sunday, July 17^th – Saturday, July 23^rd, food lovers from across the Lehigh Valley can get a taste of everything that the Hellertown-Lower Saucon food and beverage scene has to offer. Participants have been instructed to pick an offer that best suits their business to feature for the initiative.

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This can be, but is not limited to, specials such as a “set-price” or “prix fixe” menu, a gift card deal, or discount opportunity.

Hellertown-Lower Saucon Summer Restaurant Week begins Sunday, July 17th

Summer Restaurant Week gives patrons a chance to return to their favorite spots, while also providing participants with an opportunity to reach new customers with enticing deals. Not only is the exposure beneficial for local establishments, but it also assists them in generating additional cash flow.

Jessica O’Donnell, EVP of Affiliated Chambers for the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce, said, “Come take a bite out of the Hellertown-Lower Saucon’s thriving food and beverage scene! With sixteen participating businesses, who are all featuring different specials, this is the perfect opportunity to enjoy the local flavors of our community. This seven-day event will spotlight participating restaurants and encourage diners to frequent each of our delicious establishments, right here in the Hellertown community. Our hope is to connect residents to these local eateries while also welcoming and introducing new patrons from surrounding communities. This is a great opportunity to try something new and to support local!”

Hellertown-Lower Saucon Summer Restaurant Week begins Sunday, July 17th

Kate Hartney, Coordinator for the Affiliated Chambers for the Greater Lehigh Valley commented, “I can’t wait to experience my first Restaurant Week with the Hellertown Community! From the Crossroads to the Highlands, Hellertown has so many delectable options to dive into, you’ll be glad you have a whole week to sample everything Hellertown has to offer. When we all shop small and shop local, we all win!

Erik Sheetz, Owner of Braveheart Highland Pub said, “We’ve been involved in every Restaurant Week since they started, and we love being a part of our local Chamber!”

Kevin Cordon, Owner of Roma Pizza said “I’m excited to put our spin on New York Style Pizza front and center for Restaurant Week! Enjoy your slice right here at home in Hellertown!”

Participants (as of 7/11/2022):

Participants’ Specials: Offers can be viewed at https://www.lehighvalleychamber.org/hellertown-lowersauconsummerrw.html

Pricing Information: Varies depending on each establishment’s offer.

Sponsors (as of 7/11/2022):

Silver Sponsor: Tax & Accounting, Lindsay O. Albert, EA

Bronze Sponsors: Lost River Caverns

Marketing Sponsor: iHeart Radio

Interested in getting involved with or supporting the Hellertown-Lower Saucon Chamber? Contact either Jessica O’Donnell or Kate Hartney for more information.

For more information on this event and any upcoming events, visit the Hellertown-Lower Saucon Facebook page, or the Affiliated Chamber’s Instagram or LinkedIn pages.

About the Chamber: The mission of The Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce is to improve the economy and quality of life in the Lehigh Valley Metropolitan Area. We accomplish this through business-to-business networking events and marketing products, affinity programs and exclusive, money saving member benefits, training programs, government affairs initiatives and public policy advocacy, and community development enterprises. With nearly 5,000 members who employ more than 200,000, the Chamber is the largest in Pennsylvania and New Jersey, and in the top ten nationwide.

Oryx Desert salt brings Taste, Health and Social Good to Your Gourmet Experience

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Oryx Desert salt brings Taste, Health and Social Good to Your Gourmet Experience

By Joe Wehinger — 2 years ago

Oryx Desert salt brings Taste, Health and Social Good to Your Gourmet Experience

Oryx Desert Salt Taste

In the crowded world of salts and condiments, Oryx Desert Salt is working hard to separate itself from the crowd and more and more people are noticing.

Come have a taste and a closer look….

Oryx Desert Salt has a heightened taste, even when compared to other gourmet options. Subtle, yet bold. It adds a zest to the bite while being gentle on your palate. A finishing salt who’s magic is pulling out an extra bit of dimension from most dishes.

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I tried it on poultry, rib eye and salmon. Bringing out the juice and flavor. Each time the taste was noticeably enhanced.

With its distinctive flavor profile using less salt will achieve that enhanced flavor and Oryx is still going, creating more exclusive flavored salts for exciting new taste experiences

Oryx Desert salt brings Taste, Health and Social Good to Your Gourmet Experience

So far I’ve only sampled their white salt, but judging by that experience, I’d LOOOVE to try their variety.

“Salt is the smallest ingredient in any meal yet it has the biggest impact”

Oryx Desert Salt’s Flavors

SMOKED SALT – cold smoked over French Oak shavings

WINE SALT – soaked in Shiraz red wine and sundried

BRAAI/ BBQ SALT – free from additives, flavourants, preservatives, wheat or gluten fillers.

Oryx Desert Salt’s Health Benefits

Oryx Desert Salt has all the essential minerals and trace elements that exist naturally in salt, including magnesium, zinc and potassium.

It’s 100% pure, crystal-white, natural desert salt. Sun-dried, unrefined, no additives, no anti-clumping agents, no preservatives. Dried by the hot African desert sun.

Oryx Desert salt brings Taste, Health and Social Good to Your Gourmet Experience

Why is this important? To really understand, let’s put on our science lab coats and get into the specifics.

There are two elements of salt – sodium and chloride – and they each play vital roles to your healthy body.

Sodium helps your nervous system, controls your taste, smell and touch, helps your muscles (and heart) work and helps your brain talk with the rest of your body.

Chloride is key for digestion and helps keep your blood moving.

Okay, science class is over.

But, yeah, that’s how important salt is to us. And how important Oryx Desert Salt recognises their role.

Some of us, honestly, haven’t put that much thought into what kind of salt we’re using. And now we know we should.

The Oryx Desert Salt Story

Back in the Summer of 2020 inspiration struck CEO / Founder Samantha Skyring when she took a 7 day walk through South Africa’s Namib Desert.

During the journey, she had several up-close encounters with Oryx Gazella (large antelopes) and learned the Oryx go a lifetime without drinking water.

How do they survive it?

The salt plays a big part. The animals get the necessary minerals and trace elements vial by licking native salt.

If you look on Oryx Desert Salt’s packaging, you’ll notice the Oryx, with its striking coloring and presence, because became the symbolic icon for Oryx Desert Salt.

Oryx Desert Salt Cares About Our World

They support small, local businesses, build partnerships and advocate for eco-awareness.

Oryx Desert Salt believes in impact sourcing which is choosing to source locally where possible and supporting small, often women-owned businesses.

They also work to build collaborative relationships (from their chefs, cooking schools and beyond) seeing them as valued ambassadors.

Their cotton bags, aprons and shopper bags are manufactured by a women’s home industry community group.

They partner with organizations like the Ukama Foundation, Macassar Pottery, Khomani San and Mier communities who own !Xaus Lodge in the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park in the Kalahari Desert.

Where To Buy

Available at Whole Foods throughout the county, on Amazon and on their website here.

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Oryx Desert Salt’s Health Benefits

Sodium helps your nervous system, controls your taste, smell and touch, helps your muscles (and heart) work and helps your brain talk with the rest of your body.

Chloride is key for digestion and helps keep your blood moving.

They support small, local businesses, build partnerships and advocate for eco-awareness.

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