Lehigh Valley Style July 2017

ABOUT ENTERTAINMENT

Our luxury Event Center, which features private suites on the mezzanine level, hosts the biggest and best names in the entertainment and sports world. Diana Ross, The Killers, Frank Caliendo, Rod Stewart, Tony Bennett, Tiesto, Alan Jackson, Il Divo and legendary boxing greats just to name a few.

Vision Bar is a nightlife experience where opulent finishes and interactive programming combine to create a vibrant and unique atmosphere. Stop in before and after every show at the Sands Event Center.

Molten Lounge is THE place to party at Sands Bethlehem! There’s high voltage fun on tap with FREE, live entertainment all week plus your favorite cocktails and signature martinis.

High School Reunion Fridays! Every Friday, 7:30PM – 9:30PM, meet up with old friends and listen to tunes that’ll take you way back.

Jerry Blavat is Back! Wednesdays this summer starting June 21, 4PM – 8PM.

Springwood

is romantic Saucon Valley home may be the best property you will ever see. Optimal for entertaining in a resort-like setting. Pool with waterfall and spa, and professional putting green. $2,950,000

Peace Valley

An immaculate 3 BR/2.5 bath brick colonial home stands on 19 acres with a 1770’s log house & workshop. e open floor plan has a family room w wood-burning fpl, 2 car garage and sunroom. $585,000

Holly Court

Premiere location in Tivoli Gardens, on the highest lot, with views to as far as one can see. ree fls with 6308 sqft, 4 BRs, 4.5 baths, and a LL with family room, wet bar, gym & play room. $899,900

Weyhill Lookout

An exceptional floor plan accommodates entertaining on a grand scale & intimate family gatherings. Over 6,300 square feet, 4 bedrooms, 4 full baths & 2 half baths and a 2014 sunroom. $1,095,000

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Curb Appeal

Desirable neighborhood of custom homes in the Parkland school district is the setting for this nearly 3,300 sqft home with 4 BRs, and walkout finished LL. Close to the PA Tpk and LV hospital. $619,000

Saucon Valley Classic

e timeless interior offers a magnificent 2-story entry, 5 BRs, 3 fpls & a newly renovated kitchen with white cabinetry, oversized island for prep and seating, and wood fls. $1,499,000

Frederick Nase House

Recently renovated and beautifully preserved, the Frederick Nase House is a celebration of original architectural features wedded to the most modern of conveniences. 3 BR, 2814 sqft. $725,000

Orchard

View

Built in 2007, Orchard View offers a bright and open design with 4 BRs, main floor study, formal living & dining areas, and family room with skylights and fireplace. Close to I-78 & Rt 309. $465,000

Tivoli Gardens

Nearly 4,400 sq ft, covered and tiled front porch, 4 BR, 5 baths and a finished LL with home theater & wet bar. Deck & patio with outdoor kitchen, and automatic back-up generator. $859,900

Countryside Vistas

e open floor plan boasts 4,411 sqft, 4 BRs, 3.5 baths, an office with cherry cabinets, a stunning kitchen with sky lit breakfast area overlooking a swimming pool and long distance views. $559,900

Forty Shilling Way

On 11 acres along Cooks Creek, on a private cul-de-sac, this 4 BR, 4.5 bath home is set down a long winding drive in the middle of lush meadows & greenery. Privacy and natural beauty. $1,050,000

Belmont Manor e stone façade is the introduction to the beautifully space within. e warm wood of the foyer extends to the open dining room and a great room with a floor to ceiling stone fireplace. $749,900

EDITOR’S LETTER

JULY 2017

KRISTEN L. RINALDI

krinaldi@lehighvalleystyle.com

The Very Best

In life we learn that the “biggest” doesn’t always translate to the “best.” And this is true for many things—egos, tsunamis, underwear—but in the case of our Best of the Lehigh Valley issue, big and best absolutely coincide.

For obvious reasons, this edition is the best. It’s the best resource for locals, lost trying to navigate the Valley. It’s the best way to decide where to go if you’re craving chocolate or nachos or hot dogs or grilled cheese. It’s the best way to find a new favorite gym or hair salon or nutritionist. It’s the best way for local companies and organizations to prove their clout, by hanging a winning plaque on the wall.

Yes, it’s simply the best, but this issue is also the biggest in many ways.

This year, we had the largest number of votes to date, with nearly 15,000 reader opinions ringing in. In fact, Cali Burrito cleaned up with the biggest landslide win Style has ever seen— over 1,400 votes went to them for “Best Burrito.” We collectively penned, edited and fact-checked 35 pages of winner listings, and photographed 18 category winners, making the issue’s budget the biggest of the year.

What else is the biggest and the best? The only thing grand enough to celebrate the triumphant feat that is the July edition: Our Best of the Lehigh Valley celebration, of course. Taking place July 13 at the Sands Bethlehem Event Center, join the biggest crowd—nearly 500 Valley residents—and experience the best of everything else.

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Attend the best party of the year! back cover

Shop the BOUTIQUETOGO summer sale, pg. 38

Watch a Friday night race at the Velodrome, pg. 41

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VOLUME 18, ISSUE 7

President/CEO: Paul Prass

Vice President/COO: Lisa Prass

Publisher: Pamela K. Deller

Managing Editor: Kristen Rinaldi

Director of Creative Services: Erica Montes

Art Director: Elaine Wyborski

Graphic Designer: Thomas Körp

Advertising Executives: Kellie Bartholomew, Caley Bittner, Denise Conlin, Pam Taylor

Marketing & Events Coordinator: Kelli Hertzog

Contributing Writers: Carrie Havranek, Hanna O’Reilly, Amy Unger, Daisy Willis

Contributing Photographers: Colin Coleman, Alison Conklin, Kori Livingston, Shelbie Pletz, Andrew Tomasino

Proofreader: Lori McLaughlin

Accounting: Donna Bachman, Debbie Clune

Circulation Manager: Andrea Karges

STAFF SPEAKS

The BEST part about living in the Valley is...

I love that there is no shortage of great restaurants, shops, entertainment and outdoor festivals right here in our hometown!

Caley Bittner, senior advertising executive

There’s always something to do— sometimes too many options!

Kristen Rinaldi, managing editor

Almost everywhere I go, I can run into someone I know! Denise Conlin, advertising executive

For me, having grown up in Johnstown, the best part of the Valley is that it is an old steel town. It just makes me feel close to home, even if I’m over 200 miles away. The never-ending variety of excellent dining options takes a close second!

Elaine Wyborski, art director

The local food scene— there’s little else I love more than Tapas’ truffle fries and sangria.

Kelli Hertzog, marketing & events coordinator

We get to experience all four seasons! (Although I would prefer winter to last for about two weeks.)

Pam Deller, publisher

FANS SAY

ArtsQuest and all of its offerings, including Musikfest, the Levitt Pavilion shows, Peas & Q’s (for my little guy) and their independent cinemas, especially during Oscars season. Lynn Olanoff, Bethlehem

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Andrew Tomasino

Freelance Photographer EMMAUS

How did you get your start with Style?

I’d actually love to know what my first shoot for Style was! My memory escapes me at the moment; however, I’m happy to say it’s been that long since I started working with the magazine. I couldn’t be happier about contributing to such dynamic editorial in the Lehigh Valley.

Tell us a little bit about what you shot for this issue. For this issue, I had the opportunity to shoot four business owners [who were] awarded with being the “best” in the Lehigh Valley. It’s great to meet subjects rewarded with such a high honor. That is part of what makes my job great.

What is your absolute favorite subject to shoot?

Portraiture has led me to an exciting career capturing the uniqueness of people. My natural ability to connect with others has pushed that portraiture into other areas like fashion, advertising and continued editorial work (my favorite).

How do you get in the zone for a big photo shoot?

I’ll usually do a little research on the sitter (person) I’m photographing. However, I leave room to ask questions and find out more about my subjects in real time on the shoot. I’ll also consult with friends and family about ideas I have, often using their

initial responses to see if I’m onto something or not. It can be blatant “no” or a resounding “wow, yes do that.” Either path I’m willing to pursue.

Tell us about your space Queen City Studio in Allentown.

I have to credit someone who is now very special to me: James Duffy. I’m very drawn to those who are doing exactly what they want to do with their life. James is a wonderful example of that with his effort, “Old Glory Handcrafted.” I approached him via Instagram to photograph him based on his look and how interesting his work is. We immediately clicked, and he showed me a space that was absolutely beautiful. After he introduced me to Bill Kreider, the owner of the building and another incredible artist, I got the keys and it’s been blissful ever since.

Aside from inside Style, where might readers see your work in and around the Valley?

I’ve been fortunate enough to shoot ad campaigns for Coordinated Health, the IronPigs, Lehigh Valley Grand Prix and other Valley-based businesses. Those interested in working with me should reach out! I love working on creative projects involving portraitbased photography.

Who are your greatest inspirations?

There is no greater inspiration than my son, Onello. Since being born, he’s continually blown my mind, and pushed me harder to create better work.

What distracts you from your work?

The constant minutia of marketing on the internet (although important) is very much a distraction. But definitely check me out on Instagram! @andrewtomasino

What can readers see you drinking at an Insider Happy Hour? What will they never see you drinking?

You will always see me drinking a glass of red wine, and never see me drinking champagne.

What are you currently obsessed with? Color, gesture and light.

What’s the best part about living and working in the Valley?

I think the best part about operating in the Lehigh Valley is having decent space, and being close to both New York City and Philadelphia. Photographing more commercial and advertising work, it’s nice to have peace and quiet here in the Lehigh Valley to escape the hustle and bustle of both those places.

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Access the other two levels from the oak turn staircase with massive stone walls and handsome balconies peering over the open living space. ird oor o ers a second bedroom with etched glass doors, stained glass windows and a private bath.

e lower level is equipped with a third large bedroom currently purposed as the estate’s saloon. Around the corner is a full bath, laundry, media room and the parlour/library leading to the tiled outdoor living space with replace. Patio overlooks the serene estate’s fountained pond, springhouse and is bordered by two streams and woods.

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EVENTS | BENEFITS | GALAS | PARTIES

Photos By: Shelbie Pletz

1. Alice Parry, Debbie Noguerol, Dennis Costello, Brynn Levine and Kathy Sanders 2. Amanda Pugliese, Jaclyn Cornelius, Elizabeth Kostelnick and Nicole Briggs 3. Michael Ippoliti, Judianne Harris and Timothy Roof 4. Bob Zaiser, Meghan Decker-Szvetecz, Jeffrey Zemsky and Susan Parent 5. Brad Bowen and Ralph Gilmore 6. Brad Rinehart 7. Jill Kuhns, Carol Kuhns, and Jennifer Mohr 8. Carol Gibiser 9. Lori Klink 10. Bridget Sidoti and Mary Stubbmann 11. Candy Keller, Geoffrey Wright, Ronda Kromer and Michele Facinelli 12. Krista Ortwein 13. Mark Choquette and Chris Iacocca 14. Nicole Wescoe and Phil Wagner 15. Joanna Ballan, John Yurconic and Colleen Driscoll 16. Cindy Dinbokowitz and Jillian Bailey 17. Tina Rauenzahn 18. Zionaira De Jesus and Patti Harding 19. Dave Achenbach, Linda Bell, Barbara Kline and Sherry Henry 20. Mark Lopez, Breanne Ralston, Shannon Emmert, Katey Russo and Max Hughes 21. Patty Denicola and Kerianne Geist 22. Sandy Naber, Kim Hellwig, Diana Gaul and Meghan Burke 23. Sarah Stauffer and Wes Barrett

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Crimson & Crystal Auction & Dinner Gala

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Tails of Valor, Paws of Honor Gala

Benefit: Tails of Valor, Paws of Honor Program

Location: ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks

Photos By: Vlad Image Studio

1. Anna Rodriguez and Michael Geiger 2. Donald and Maria Berger 3. Heather Lloyd and Robert Burkart 4. Dana Placis, and Barbara and Steve Diamond 5. Olivia Fairfield, and Gloria and Lloyd Sacknoff 6. Jay Jones, Lizzy Jones, Fran Kline, Suzy Jones and Alex Gambogi 7. Jerry and Cindy Rindock 8. Kate McGranaghan and Katie Kinyon 9. Roy Rhubright and Sarah Dickinson

Benefit: The Swain School

Location: ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks

Photos By: Vlad Image Studio

1. Jay Robbins and Amy Kruzel 2. Angelo Laventura, Wendy Pinkham, Kylie and Manny Rodriguez, and Kim and Sunil Sadanand 3. Eric and Trish Bartosz 4. Mandi Derhammer, Jenny LeBlanc and Gail Hudak 5. Kate Long, Linda Chmielewski and Caitlin Heckman 6. Cassie Monaco, Sarah Kleppinger, Raina Pletcher, Stacey Pugh, Rithika Sesh, Veronica Bocian, Trisha Samuel and Vickie Bennett 7. Jill and Chad Helmer 8. Fulton and Pat Brown, and Diana and

Talsania 9. Kristin Hutchins and Linda Noonan 10. Tim Corbett 11. Samantha and Bill Wreaks 12. Pat and Betsy Schamberger

SUNDAY, JULY 23,

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Tasting for Truth

Benefit: Truth for Women

Location: Bell Gate Farm

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Barb

Photos By: Steven T. Williams

1. Careen Yacoub, Kim Checkeye and Stephanie Stevens 2. Chris and Jamie Engelbert, and Diana and David Yeomans 3. Deb and Steve Marshall 4. Kenny Rampolla, and Anne and Ken Rampolla 5. Denise and Paul Grothouse 6. Jennifer and Ralph Shields 7. Jessica Lievendag and Colleen Pellegrino 8. John Turanchik, Amy Marker, and Susan and John Blair 9. Jonathan and

Guzman 10. Lexi Dotta and Linda Comp-Noto 11. Lisa and Steve Williams 12. Melissa and Jeff Bartman 13. Mike and

Falco 14. Nancy and Jim Huber 15. Randall and Gabriella Malik 16. Nancy Slick, Ana Hamilton and Beth Larish 17. Rosemary and Michael Cerimeli 18. Rupa Parikh 19. Sally Slifer and Jim Ryan 20. Sarina Ashford 21. Mary Ann Turanchik, Liz Gordon and Jane Wells Schooley

Crystal Cabaret

Benefit: Two Rivers Health & Wellness Foundation

Location: Northampton Country Club

Photos By: Janet Mease

1. Joel Ronco, Kelly Berk, Hollie Gibbons and Kyle Cole 2. Lacey Wismer and Earl Wismer 3. Kevin and Meagan Grega, Eric Ruth, Ewuradjoa Dawson-Amoah and Kelly Gerhart

FINE HOMES & LUXURY PROPERTIES

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Red Shoe Luncheon & Fashion Show

Benefit: BW NICE Lehigh Valley Location: ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks

Photos By: Eileen Noelle Photography

Andrea Brock and Karen Paisley 2. Ann

5. Connie Challingsworth and Tom

Susan Worobec 9. Dave and Trish Burt 10. Debbie Bowman

Domina

Teri Kling 12. Jane Heimbecker and Kristina Cole 13. Jennifer Cacciatore and Karen Hickey 14. Izabela Pintarich 15. Kayte Connelly 16. Kaitlin Fragnito and Marko Golubovic 17. Mae Gerhart, Brinda Vyas, Donna Young and Jessica Goedtel 18. Kent Ozman 19. Emilee Hajdu 20. Mark and Carrie Fellon 21. Melanie McCarthy and Ania Fiduccia 22. Mike Mittman and Christopher Bogden 23. Rebecca Schmick and Cathi Dunkelberger 24. Stephanie Alteri and Christine Piper 25. Tia Gross and Rebecca Nowery

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Dutcher 6. Carol-Anne Minski 7. Diane Simovich 8. Dana Elizondo and

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Gala Celebrating Lives Changed

Benefit: Allentown Rescue Mission Location: DeSales University Photos By: Frank Garon

1. Betsy and James Socci 2. Donna Docherty and Wendy Benedict 3. Gail and Henry Schairer 4. Jan and Greg Joyce 5. Jim Byrnes and Gerry Noll 6. Rebecca and John Karoly

Summer is calling on the patio at blue. Enjoy our award-winning happy hour, catch up with friends over patio plates, or devour one of our prime steaks. You can’t go wrong at blue.

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Young Professionals Council

Benefit: The Children’s Home of Easton

Location: Iron Lakes Country Club

Angela

Photos By: Ashli Truchon

1. Anita Paukovits, John Carter-Powell and Ayanna Clark 2. Becca Lynn and Selena Robinson 3. Clint Doyle and Dana Yurgosky 4. Curt and Jamie Mosel 5. Brenda Seman, Stephanie Yachim and Bernadette Rabel 6. Dan Engler and Paula Schnaufer 7. John and Melissa Buckley 8. Justin Stroh and Emily Ascani 9. Kim Kressman, Cindy Hutchinson, Dan McMahon and Jessie Kuc 10. Lauren and Jeremy Nyemscek 11. Lauren Brown and

DelGrosso 12. Meghan Godorov and Shahnaz Hanna 13. Melony and Ryan Oestreich 14. Sam Bennett and Kelsey Walsh 15. Sarah Finney and Matt Miller 16. Terri and Gary Hind 17. Jeff Goldberg and Gage Hughes 18. John and Stephanie DelGrosso 19. Dawn Bauer and Lisa Lyon 20. Kelli Hertzog and Ryan Kneller 21. Sam Vega, Matthew Kramer, and Kevin and Allison Collins

Style Insider Happy Hour

Location: PRIME Steak House

Photos By: Michelle Coppola Photography

1. Dan Mies and Joe Kendy 2. Holly Fiorello and Amanda Dobbs 3. Lauren Feldman and Christina Kane 4. Magda Wisdom and Amanda Wisdom 5. Tiffany Hess, Caitlin Harvey, Betsy Kohl and Dillon Stickle

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10 THINGS TO DO THIS MONTH

PA BBQ FEST

SangriaFest

SangriaFest is back! Sample ten different sangrias made with light and refreshing wines courtesy of South Italy Imports. Enjoy live music, yard games, a celebrity dunk tank and food trucks on site. There are different sessions during the day, with opportunities for VIP access throughout.

$30–$79 | Noon–9

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Barbecue lovers, rejoice! Twelve pit masters will be on site all day long for you to sample and purchase smoked food favorites like roasted corn, bacon on a stick, smoked cheese, Cajun shrimp boil and jambalaya. Take advantage of the beer tent, live blues music, vendors and more.

$3 | 10 a.m.–8 p.m.

312 Gernants Church Rd., Leesport pabbqfest.com

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Red, White & Blue Wine Slushies

Get patriotic with Galen Glen’s four-day Fourth of July celebration! Frozen wine treats, such as slushies and slushy sundaes, will be a festive red, white and blue, and are available for purchase by the glass. Planning a family barbecue at home? Ask about the winery’s slushy kits and recommended wines that are available to go!

Sat.: 11 a.m.–5 p.m., Sun. & Mon.: Noon–5 p.m., Tues.: 11 a.m.–4 p.m. | 255 Winter Mountain Dr. Andreas | 570.386.3682 | galenglen.com

CARBON ADVENTURE RACE

Join the Fourth Annual Carbon Adventure Race, open to groups and individuals alike. This team-building experience will push athletes’ physical, mental and emotional limits with mind games, friendly competition and extreme challenges. Companies are encouraged to participate.

Teams of two: $50, Individuals: $30 9:30 a.m.–1 p.m. | 610.379.5000 carboncountychamber.org

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Dashboard Confessional, The All-American Rejects and The Maine

Jump up and down to these alternative-rock favorites from the early 2000s. Songs like “Gives You Hell,” “Hands Down” and “Everything I Ask For” will have millennials reliving their high-school car jams. This show is standing-room only.

$39.50 | 7 p.m. | 77 Sands Blvd., Bethlehem 610.297.7414 | sandseventcenter.com

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Shakespeare for Kids

Children ages four through ten can actively experience the magic of Shakespeare through this vibrant one-hour production that combines lively language and characters and jumpstarts imagination.

$9.50–$10.50 | 10–11 a.m.

Main Stage | DeSales University 2755 Station Ave., Center Valley 610.282.9455 | pashakespeare.org

9EASTON Heritage Day

Learn about the history of this great town while enjoying musical performances, reenactments, artisanal displays and fireworks. Heritage Day commemorates Easton’s historic significance in the founding of the United States and is looked at as its own Independence Day. Join the celebration.

10:30 a.m.–10:30 p.m. | Centre Square Easton | heritageday.org

16 Pints & Poses

At Weyerbacher, it’s BYOM—bring your own mat, that is. Certified Yoga Instructor Amber Campbell welcomes yogis new and old to shavasana in the taproom. Tickets include the one-hour class, along with a beer cocktail and snacks after the practice.

$20 | 10–11 a.m. | 905 Line St., Easton 610.559.5561 | weyerbacher.com

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MUSIC IN THE VALLEY

Discover Quiet Valley and a love for traditional music with performances located throughout the historical farm’s property. Speak with musicians, learn about folk instruments and experience some old-fashioned entertainment. The event is kid friendly, with sing-along and storytelling opportunities. The day ends with a jam session!

$5–$10 | 10 a.m.–5 p.m. | 347 Quiet Valley Rd. Stroudsburg | 570.992.6161 | quietvalley.org

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Kutztown Folk Festival

Adults and children alike can appreciate folk-life demonstrations, folklore, live music, dancing and more at America’s Premier Pennsylvania Dutch Festival! This familyfriendly event offers a children’s farmyard theater, petting zoo, play area and additional forms of entertainment. Stick around to indulge in Pennsylvania Dutch foods, desserts and more.

$5–$11 | Hours vary | Kutztown Fairgrounds 888.674.6136 | kutztownfestival.com

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CIRQUE IT!

BY DAISY WILLIS

The old circus with its unhappy elephants and shady sideshows is giving way to creative crowd-pleasing reimagined, showcased this month in the Valley’s first circus arts festival, CIRQUE IT! This three-day extravaganza, drawing on both internationally touring artists and local acts, is a collaborative effort by Southside Bethlehem arts organizations Zoellner Arts Center, Touchstone Theatre and ArtsQuest, with free and low-cost shows at three locations.

On the South Bethlehem Greenway, you’ll find Jakopa’s Punch Processional from Touchstone, a musical series of encounters with puppets, an aerialist and more. The international AcroBuffos transform the stage at Zoellner with Air Play, a surreal experience of billowing, fluttering fabric and other airborne items. In the Musikfest Café, Valley-based Atlas Circus Company displays acrobatics, clowning and circus arts to tell a story in the silent film tradition.

July 14–15

As undergrads at Muhlenberg, Noah Dach and Henry Evans created what would become Atlas Circus Company. “Everyone will tell you a different definition of what they think circus is,” Evans says, “but in my opinion that definition is limitless. Circus can tell stories, evoke emotion, entertain, make you laugh, make you cry, fight for a cause, educate and, most importantly, provide an experience.”

The troupe’s homage to early slapstick evokes masters of physical comedy like Buster Keaton, Charlie Chaplin and Fatty Arbuckle. “Telling a story through only movement is not an easy feat,” Evans admits, “but we have done it before and we will do it again.”

Experience a new generation of circus artists as they redefine this weird and wonderful form.

$10 | Fri.: 8 p.m.; Sat.: 11 a.m. Musikfest Café at SteelStacks 101 Founders Way, Bethlehem 610.332.3378 steelstacks.org | atlascircus.com

BY DAISY WILLIS

The sound of Soul Folks carries the authenticity that their name suggests. This trio generates tunes with appeal for all walks of life through their love of making music laden with stirring harmonies and skillfully blurred genre lines.

Adam Fichtelberg (guitar, vocals, banjo, percussion) grew up playing metal music with bass player Angelo Benedetto, before he connected with singer Alyssa Allen in college. Soul Folks’s sound is far from heavy, but Fichtelberg credits his background with influencing some of the darker “colors” present in their songs. The light, sweet voices of Allen and Fichtelberg in harmony combine with his folky lyrics and Benedetto’s funky jazz touch on the bass to make a sound that is captivating, enjoyable and fresh. It can be compared to indie bands like The Head and the Heart, The Civil Wars and Bright Eyes when they play originals, but their cover repertoire skates playfully all over the map. Nina Simone, Bob Dylan, Johnny Cash and The Beatles all get the Soul Folks treatment at gigs, and audiences connect.

“We love making music, and we love that we appeal to different kinds of people for different reasons,” Allen says. “From an old Rasta man to Dead Heads to young hip kids. It’s really meaningful to us.”

Soul Folks have been found playing the Riverside Arts Festival in Allen’s native Easton, at Pearly Baker’s and Porter’s Pub, as part of Bethlehem’s Tunes at Twilight roster, and just about anywhere music-loving crowds congregate around the Valley. The three sink into what they’re doing onstage with the magnetic focus of a passionate band, and whether it’s a big stage or a cozy listening room, you’ll find yourself drawn in.

Check out their SoundCloud to listen and follow them on Facebook for upcoming gigs!

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on display:

Sam Maitin (1928-2004), Basic Animals: Stomp, collagraph, 1968. Courtesy of the artist’s estate.

This month, venture a little bit outside of the Valley and experience the art of Philadelphia native Sam Maitin at the James A. Michener Art Museum in Doylestown. Maitin, known for his colorful prints, murals, paintings and sculptures as well as his “signature use of calligraphy,” attended the University of Pennsylvania and passed away in 2004 at the age of 76.

Michener Art Museum has worked with Maitin’s family to create an exhibit that displays some of his earlier work, with themes relating to the garden, myths and poetry. Pieces from his limited edition series Basic Animals will also be on display.

The exhibition will take place in the Bette and Nelson Pfundt Gallery, presented by Vivian Banta and Robert Field.

Sam Maitin, Red Still Life, Color woodcut on Japanese rice paper, 1961. Collection of the artist’s family.

THE SUMMER ESCAPE

BY LILY GRAHAM

When Ria suddenly decides to travel to Crete, no one is more surprised than she is when things seem to be going well. She quickly discovers her place in Greece, finds employment and even meets a handsome man. Trouble soon arises when secrets come to the surface and Ria must, again, face the loss of her fiancé and the prospect of new love.

BACKYARD BUILDING

BY JEANIE AND DAVID STILES

Summer is the perfect season for outdoor projects. In this helpful guide to backyard improvement, readers will find 265 pages’ worth of instruction and projects, from tree houses to decks, gates and picnic tables. There is sure to be something for the novice to intermediate builder or woodworker.

ONE FINE BEAST

BY ELIZABETH COURTRIGHT

Desperate to help her sister, Lilly Hawthorn agrees to tutor the daughter of a man with an infamous reputation, and the situation escalates when she agrees to marry him. Lilly soon finds out that the man may not be as monstrous as he seems. York County-based author Elizabeth Courtright explores the trials of love and the trouble of first impressions in this historical romance book. All proceeds benefit the Third Change Foundation.

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UPSCALE DINING

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610.838.1774 | 1774grille.com

LV Beauty Loft ORGANIC

The original organic tan from Organic Tans and Beauty Bar in Allentown, which uses perfume, dye and paraben-free solution, is now available in Easton at the LV Beauty Loft. New to the Valley, guests can also take advantage of the Taylor Made “Make Your Own Polish” experience that allows clients to create, mix, bottle and name their own full-size bottles of nail polish, which can be customized to be vegan friendly and dye-free. Taylor Made Polish is offered for retail sale at the salon and is crueltyfree, gluten-free and paraben-free and contains no formaldehyde resin, camphor, toluene, DBP, ethyl tosylamide, xylene or TPHP. Additionally, the LV Beauty Loft offers the Valley’s first-ever steam pedicure, which kills 99 percent of germs during the service and leaves toes feeling fabulous.

401 Northampton St., Easton | 610.438.2000 | lvbeautyloft.com

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Old-fashioned caramel corn never goes out of style, and Clusters Popcorn, known for their gourmet popcorn made daily, has put a scrumptious twist on this classic favorite. Aside from caramel, Clusters Popcorn offers flavors like peanut butter blast, cookie explosion, white cheddar and more! Stick your hand inside and grab a delicious “cluster” of handcrafted goodness.

Photo by Truchon Photography

VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT

ROXANNE BIRCHFIELD

Young Life Tri-States, The Headstrong Project, Victoria’s Voice, VFW

& Kiwanis Club

Thirty-two-year-old Roxanne Birchfield wears many hats, to say the least. Some may recognize her from her stint on season 25 of Survivor or from her growing wedding-officiant business, Married by Rev Roxy, but the list does not end there.

The ‘06 Penn State University grad earned her Masters of Divinity degree in 2014, and is a captain in the United States Army Reserves in the position of Battalion Chaplain, serving more than 600 soldiers. She is also a Clinical Chaplain with St. Luke’s Hospice and is a contracted Chaplain with Geisinger Health Network.

Her volunteer experience is just as extensive. Birchfield gives her time to organizations relevant to her Mrs. Pike County platform of spiritual and mental health. She has raised money for Young Life Tri-States, a Pike County ministry that serves the multicultural community, focusing on kids in

economically depressed areas; The Headstrong Project, which provides free mental-health services to veterans; and Victoria’s Voice, an organization that aims to reduce drug experimentation, addiction and overdose death.

Birchfield has volunteered her time with the VFW of Stroudsburg, dedicated to supporting the veteran community, and with the Kiwanis Club of the Stroudsburgs, which addresses the needs of the local youth community of Monroe County.

Check it out:

Watch The PEAK TV video of Roxanne Birchfield at lehighvalleystyle.com.

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DENNIS M. M CCARTHY

The Udder Bar SCOOP DU JOUR

Grab a spoon and dig in at The Udder Bar in Allentown. Owners Mike and Hayley grew up in West End Allentown themselves, and hope to personally connect with customers and families alike. Eager to give back to the community and allow customers to feel part of a great cause, The Udder Bar will have a monthly “Udderly Grateful” sundae, which allows one lucky customer to create and name a dessert and designate a local charity to receive 10 percent of the sundae’s proceeds. They invite patrons to come in, relax and stay a while.

1852 W. Allen St., Allentown

484.221.8653 | theudderbar.com

by Heather Kuhns

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FASHION & BEAUTY

THIS MONTH’S PICKS

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evo® Salty Dog salt spray

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PHOTOGRAPHY BY COLIN COLEMAN

Bumble and bumble surf spray

$27, Sephora

Ryan Sandal $39.95 Banana Republic

BY DAISY WILLIS

PHOTO BY COLIN COLEMAN

Summer HAIR, Don’ t Care

It’s time for flip-flops, frozen drinks and fun in the sun with a vivacious color-and-cut transformation. Carlee DeWitt, owner and master stylist at Carlee & Company Salon in Allentown, took Kelly Yenser’s sleek cool-weather look and brightened it up to match the season. A hairdresser herself from Breinigsville, Yenser loves to spend the summer months outdoors with a haircut that’s easy to style and incorporates light and lovely highlights.

Carlee DeWitt Owner Carlee & Company Salon

What’s a fresh trend in summer hair that you’re excited about?

I am inspired by Boho-chic waves and sun-kissed color with textured layers, fishtail braids and textured braids. The beautiful new shades in our Wella line are inspired by nature and desert hues. We are using these quite a bit right now. Sun-kissed color applications using balayage with soft beach waves are a great summer trend.

Can you name a must-have beauty product for warmer weather?

The Wella EiMi Glam Mist is a great product for summer hair. It is a luminous shine spray that helps protect the hair from humidity and UV rays. I also love the Wella EiMi Sugar Lift. It’s a versatile product and it adds a natural, grippy texture, great for adding texture to natural waves in the summer.

How should we care for our hair differently in the summertime?

I recommend that my clients dampen their hair before entering the pool or ocean. Hair is like a sponge. An already saturated sponge will absorb less water. Using a color-safe shampoo and conditioner is key to maintaining your summer color and preventing it from fading.

What’s the process of balayage like?

Balayage is a technique to add highlights or even lowlights in the hair. It comes from the French word meaning “to sweep.” We use balayage to achieve the natural sun-kissed highlights that are very popular today. We can also get these looks by using a technique called foilage. Foilage

allows us to lift the highlights lighter than we can in open-air balayage.

How did you work with Kelly’s existing look?

Kelly’s natural color is a medium brown. Using Wella products, we made her base color a rich red-brown. Using the foilage technique, I used the Wella Cool Blonde with a higher developer under heat to achieve the sun-kissed look. Her haircut is an asymmetrical bob with long layers, breaking the bottom of her hair into a softer style. I flat-ironed Kelly’s hair using the ribbon technique to give it a beachy feel.

Kelly Yenser Breinigsville

How do you like to have fun in the summer?

I go camping, go to a lot of concerts (I like country), swimming and hiking anywhere in the Poconos. I have a three year old, so he and I are always going to the beach and amusement parks. I love to visit all the local outdoor festivals in the summertime.

What’s your typical beauty routine like?

I usually blow-dry and flat-iron or curl my hair before work.

Have you been one to change your hair a lot over the years?

I’m constantly changing it. I always stay to the redder side, usually in the red family, but I like to brighten it for summer. I usually keep it shorter, sometimes layers, sometimes blunt, but I try to grow it sometimes. It gets as far as my shoulders and I get bored and cut it.

What’s a go-to piece of summer fashion for you?

Definitely summer dresses and cute sandals. And rompers—those are really fun.

What’s it like as a hairdresser getting a makeover?

I definitely feel like hairdressers have a different eye. Carlee has a great eye for balayage placement. She lightened up my bob with layers, so it’s not such a boxy look. I told her to take charge and she did her thing!

How do you feel post-transformation?

My hair has a lot more body now that it has layers and highlights. It’s easy to style. I feel great about the haircut and the color; it makes me feel brighter and sunnier to have it a little lighter in the summertime.

Carlee & Company Salon

2851 S. Pike Ave., Allentown

610.791.0505 | carleeandcompany.com

Photo bySusanPage

GET THE GOODS LOCALLY

RETAILER Q&A

Elena Pascal Owner

BOUTIQUETOGO

This year, BOUTIQUETOGO celebrates ten years of business and remains nestled on 19 th Street in the West Theatre District of Allentown. Initially, Elena Pascal launched her business in the form of a traveling boutique, selling to attendees at medical conventions across the eastern United States. With these sales, Pascal donated thousands of dollars to medical society foundations that would help fund education for medical and nursing students. She also opened her own boutique. The premise was that she would sell fine American-made designer accessories, bags, jewelry and gifts created by young, up-and-coming fashion talent budding from New York and California. Pascal has stayed true to that concept, and BOUTIQUETOGO continues to sell some of the very best American-made designs around.

PHOTOGRAPHY BY COLIN COLEMAN

Lisa Iacocca Shoenberger Store Manager

What would you say is the perfect occasion for someone to enter your shop for the very first time?

We are proud to offer fashion for any occasion. Our apparel moves effortlessly around the clock. We offer apparel and accessories that can be worn casually, but we also offer fashion for the workplace and for the evening. We offer high-end design and unique apparel at affordable prices, with our customer always part of the fashion equation.

Tell us about some of the major brands available at the boutique.

We offer two major fashion lines: Nicole Miller and Rebecca Minkoff. We showcase Rebecca Minkoff apparel, bags and shoes in the store, and this year, we were proud to introduce Nicole Miller apparel.

Our store is also proud to feature apparel from Nvelop, Lola and Sophie, Acrobat, Lisette L, Minnie Rose, Mycra Pac, Ecru, Lysse and Peace of Cloth, as well as handbags by MZ Wallace, LAGGO, Hammitt, Kooba, Loeffler Randall, Zac Posen, Elizabeth and James, Etienne Aigner, HEIRLOOM, Botkier and more.

Our jewelry is on trend with designs by Alexis Bittar, Tat2 Designs, Myrna Halpern, ÉVOCATEUR, Hipchik, BuJu and Chan Luu. Scarves and wraps are by Missoni, INA and Yarnz.

How do you stay up to date on fashion to make sure your merchandise is always on trend?

I am blessed to have an amazing store manager and friend who has been my right hand for over ten years: Lisa Iacocca Shoenberger. Lisa ran the JH Collectibles showroom in New York before moving to Allentown to raise a family. We both love accessories, but her eye for style and fit is renowned. When we branched into apparel, she was in her milieu.

We go to New York on buying trips at least eight times a year. Those trips are jam-packed because we spend our time always searching. We work showrooms to look for the newest designers. Our customers appreciate us because we seem to find must-have fashions before they are even a whisper in other stores.

Is there a particular item that continuously flies off the shelves?

Our best-selling items have always been our bags. Most are made or designed in America—we have found those bags have the best quality. However, we do carry amazing leather bags from Italy and Israel. We are careful to showcase our designers by offering several bag styles, but only buying one bag per style, unless we are accommodating a special order.

How do you assist customers that are shopping for that perfect gift?

Our customers are our friends and many patronize our boutique on a regular basis. We know who they are, and, on buying trips, we actually shop for each of them individually. We also offer the finest layette and apparel for babies and toddlers in our step-up BOUTIQUETOGO BABY. Of course, everyone loves a BOUTIQUETOGO gift card.

What is an item that one might be surprised to find in your shop?

We carry not only clothes for babies and toddlers, but also home scents by NEST fragrances, including diffusers, luxurious candles and soaps.

What sort of specials and events do you host throughout the year?

We are a destination venue, with weekly events. Most importantly, BOUTIQUETOGO has become a place for our customers to network. On any given afternoon, our black table in the rear of our boutique is filled with interesting women exchanging ideas and having a good time.

At least once a month, we feature a trunk show of new merchandise from our vendors or vendors who seek to introduce new fashion design to the Lehigh Valley. We always have a sale on our merchandise. We play BINGO in the boutique every six weeks and give away merchandise and gift cards as prizes. All of our events require an RSVP.

522 N. 19th St., Allentown 610.437.1663 | boutiquetogo.com

THE VALLEY’S MOST INTRIGUING INSIGHT

Marty Nothstein

Executive Director of Valley Preferred Cycling Center

BY AMY UNGER PHOTOGRAPHY BY COLIN COLEMAN

His drive and discipline catapulted him to the pinnacle of professional cycling. He has a trophy case packed with hardware, evidence of a career dedicated to perfecting his athletic prowess. Although his achievements are many and mighty, Marty Nothstein still can’t control the weather. And that’s what has this executive director of Trexlertown’s Valley Preferred Cycling Center a little worried on a soggy March day still laden with the aftermath of a surprise late-winter snow storm. “Our programs kick off in two weeks,” Nothstein explains. And there’s much to be done to get the track ready for the thousands of cyclists and fans of all ages who will descend on T-Town over the next few months. Lucky for all those speedsters on two wheels and the folks

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who delight in watching them, Nothstein is up to the challenge, ready to roll up his shirtsleeves and dig in. “I don’t like sitting still,” he says. “I like staying busy.”

Nothstein was goal-oriented from a young age. “I always wanted to go to the Olympics,” he says. “I just didn’t know it would be through cycling.” One of five children born to Wayne and Gail Nothstein in Allentown in 1971, Nothstein grew up in the shadow of the cycling center, known then as the Lehigh County Velodrome. The very first race at the venue was held in 1975—right around the time he may have been taking the training wheels off his first bike. But Nothstein says that although he drove past the track on a daily basis, football, baseball and wrestling were more his speed when it came to sports. Then, when he was 15 years old, a neighbor convinced him to try out the Air Products Developmental Cycling Program, a free introductory pass into the world of competitive cycling. “Kids are given a bike, helmet and coaching,” Nothstein says. The rest is up to them. Six years later, Nothstein was a world champion.

He captured the silver medal in the match sprint at the 1996 Olympic Games in Atlanta, narrowly missing out on the top spot on the podium.

The accolades continued to pile up in the years that followed. He earned the nickname “The Blade” for his ability to slice through a pack of competitors and win by razor-thin margins. Some of his greatest victories came when he was nursing serious injuries. Among the highlights: He captured the silver medal in the match sprint at the 1996 Olympic Games in Atlanta, narrowly missing out on the top spot on the podium. Four years later he was back in the Games in Sydney, determined to make sure history would not repeat itself. Sure enough, he brought home the gold, making him the first American cyclist in 16 years to do so in the match sprint. The following year, in 2001, he turned professional in road racing, first with the Mercury Viatel team, and then with the Navigators Insurance team. Nothstein hung up his helmet in 2006, having cemented his status as one of the most decorated cyclists in U.S. history.

Of course, Nothstein had no intention of completely walking away from the sport—or the town—that had shaped him as an athlete and as a man. Although his cycling career had taken him all over the world, the next chapter of his life would bring him home, back to the place where it all started; he was hired as executive director of

the Valley Preferred Cycling Center in 2009. “The cornfields [around the track] are gone, but the venue is still here. I’ve always liked coming back to the Valley,” says Nothstein. “I truly love this place.”

And it’s a good thing he does—the track is his home away from home during the spring and summer months. “The end of May through September will be [working] 12-hour days, every day,” he says. Under his guidance, the track has expanded its slate of community programs. The calendar is jam-packed with competitions, classes, team practices and “open bike” nights, ensuring that all athletes, from beginners to seasoned cyclists, can find their niche at the track. Nothstein says the children’s programs are especially popular. One of the most rewarding perks of his job, he says, is watching the first-timers get on the track and pedal their way to a new passion. “These are people who lucked into cycling,” he says. He can relate, after all; the same program that propelled him into the sport as a teenager is still going strong at the track. A separate league—the Red Robin Marty Nothstein Bicycle Racing League, also known as BRL—gives young cyclists their first taste of competitive racing every spring and fall. Fortunately for those newbies, they can hone their craft at one of the best outdoor facilities in North America. “I like to call it the Yankee Stadium of track cycling,” says Nothstein. “There’s no other program like it in the world.”

There’s an electricity in the air every Friday night in the summer, when T-Town hosts the World Series of Bicycling. “We have a great cycling community in the Lehigh Valley,” he says. “It’s not unusual for us to have [athletes from] 18 different nations in the Lehigh Valley, training for competition. It really is a field of dreams for a lot of riders.”

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Although the Valley Preferred Cycling Center has produced its fair share of champions, not everyone will compete for a world championship or Olympic glory. And that’s just fine with Nothstein. “We’re not trying to create the next gold medalist. If that happens, great. We can create a path to that success. But cycling is a sport that sets the ground work to help these kids through life,” he says.

Nothstein is walking proof of what’s possible when lessons learned on the track are applied outside of the sports arena. Two years ago, he decided to dip his toe in the political arena. He ran for—and won—a spot on the Lehigh County Board of Commissioners in 2015. In January of this year, he was elected chairman of the board. Nothstein says one of his top priorities is ensuring the preservation of farmland and open space in the county. He says, “I love giving back to the community that’s given me so much.”

You can catch him at the track any Friday night throughout the summer, taking in the action from the sidelines.

In what little free time he does have, Nothstein, a married father of two adult children, says he enjoys riding his bike, naturally, and trying his hand at other outdoor sports like hunting and fishing. In addition, he recently purchased a farm in Schuylkill County, and he owns and operates a car wash in Schnecksville. He’s always looking for new opportunities to try something different: “I run out of time every day.”

While contemplating what he’ll sink his teeth into next, he’ll continue to serve as the unofficial mayor of T-Town. You can catch him at the track any Friday night throughout the summer, taking in the action from the sidelines. He might be high-fiving some of the cyclists after they duke it out over a particularly grueling lap. He might be offering a few words of encouragement and advice, as only The Blade can, to a competitor who just couldn’t summon his A game on this particular evening. Regardless of how the night shapes up, and who’s standing on the winner’s podium at the end of it, you can be sure he’s loving every minute of the role he has played, and continues to play, in making sure cycling maintains a prominent place on the Lehigh Valley’s radar. “I show up every single day excited and motivated,” he says.

BY CARRIE HAVRANEK, KRISTEN RINALDI & AMY UNGER

A record 15,000 votes poured in for the fourth annual Best Of competition. While some businesses took home their fourth consecutive wins, others were honored for the very first time. Page through to discover who received a golden ticket and why you (our readers) named them the best in the Valley!

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Alison Conklin

Food+Drink

Daddy’s Place Best Hummus

Try the Daddy’s Style Hummus: chickpeas blended with garlic, olive oil, lemon juice and tahini sauce, topped with sautéed beef, onions and pine nuts.

650 Northampton St., Easton 610.438.4442 daddysplaceeaston.com

Social Still

Best Local Distillery

This distillery has more than a variety of spirits, with cool merchandise and good small-plate options.

Fun fact: This distiller’s mom owns Franklin Hill Vineyards.

530 E. 3rd St., Bethlehem 610.625.4585 | socialstill.com

Lehigh Pizza

Best Pizza by the Slice They go through 2,000 pounds of fresh dough a week.

Staff Favorite: Chicken Pesto Pizza.

13 W. 3rd St., Bethlehem 610.866.1088 | lehighpizza.com

Food+Drink

Mitzi’s Table

Mitzi’s, the brainchild of Susan and Matt Roth, is named after Matt’s late mother who went by the nickname Mitzi. And it’s just the kind of cheery, scratch-made place you’d expect from the popular Northampton Community College culinary professor and her hotsauce-loving husband. (It also regularly features employees who came up through the ranks as Susan’s students in the culinary program.)

Mitzi ’ sTabl e Best Grilled Cheese

BrewFegley’s W ks

Best Local Brewery

They’ve been brewing beer long before microbreweries became cool.

812 W. Hamilton St., Allentown

610.433.7777

559 Main St. Suite 101, Bethlehem 610.882.1300 | thebrewworks.com

Mitzi’s excels at creative brunch fare, culled from family recipes and gussied up with modern twists. Grilled cheese ranks pretty high up as the epitome of comfort food, and Greg’s Grilled Cheese is loaded with four different types—and served alongside its obligatory companion, a cup of creamy tomato soup. Want something a little more fancy? Try the ABC Grilled Cheese, grilled on sturdy slices of Texas toast. It’s the result of a sandwich

Susan made for a catering job, and they use Scholl’s apples when available, cheddar and their own house-made, cider-brined bacon. What makes theirs so good? “I think folks enjoy the amount of melted gooey cheese—we use American, cheddar, provolone and Swiss, grill it open-faced, and then put it in the oven to melt it more.”

3650 Nazareth Pike, Bethlehem 610.730.1670 | mitzistable.com

Bethlehem

Dairy St e

Best Ice Cream You Could Eat a Gallon Of Some call it "The Cup,” due to the store’s original shape, some call it “Mowrer’s,” after the original owners, but all call it delicious.

1430 Linden St., Bethlehem | 610.691.8422

2 Farrington Sq., Bethlehem 610.865.4360 bethlehemdiarystore.com

Blue Sky Café

Best Savory Breakfast

Like to mash your eggs with your sausage, home fries and ketchup? Get an All Stirred Up breakfast that comes pre-mixed.

Staff Favorite:

Sweet Potato Quesadilla—topped with two scrambled eggs, black bean salsa and sour cream.

22 W. 4th St., Bethlehem 610.867.9390

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Jenny’s Kuali

Best Vegetarian Dish

With nearly 30 menu items marked V for vegetarian, it’s no surprise readers vote Jenny’s the best.

102 E. 4th St., Bethlehem 610.758.8088 | jennyskuali.com

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VeganT

VEGAN TREATS

Regardless of your dietary preferences, Vegan Treats is an absolute headline-grabbing hot spot, a destination bakery for many vegans and vegetarians who make pilgrimages on a monthly basis. So good are owner Danielle Konya and her small army of employees at creating sweet desserts that lack butter, eggs, dairy and honey that many people say “You’d never know it was vegan,” a sentiment Konya echoes.

Readers have lauded the cheesecake in particular, which seems like a tough thing to pull off without dairy. All of them start with a tofu base, she says, and the most popular ones include the raspberry white chocolate, brownie chunk, key lime and, seasonally, a pumpkin spice iteration with a gingerbread cookie crust around the holidays. However, if you were to go to New York City, you might be in luck: Vegan Treats wholesales its goods to 65 spots there, as well as Philadelphia, Washington, D.C., New Jersey and Virginia. Konya and her staff are experiencing tremendous growth, and despite the endless absorption that results from operating a 24/7 bakery, there’s no stopping. “I’ve grown to love the challenge and will stop at nothing to get people to think with their fork,” she says.

1444 Linden St., Bethlehem

610.861.7660 | vegantreats.com

Their famous seafood bisque, available every Tuesday, is what keeps people coming back.

515 N. 18th St., Allentown 610.439.0951 | wertscafe.com

Photo by Alison Conklin

Food+Drink

Best Burrito

Cali Burrito

Although the competition seems to stiffen every year from an increasing number of Mexican-styled food spots, Cali Burrito pulls off the top honors for the fourth year running. Founders and owners Shawn McHugh and Nick Sorrentino opened the business ten years ago—after living in California for ten years, surfing (and presumably eating lots of burritos) up and down the state’s coast—but these days McHugh’s running it.

CaliBurrito

In case you didn’t know, Cali Burrito just moved from its long-standing Hamilton Boulevard location to Reading Road, home of the former Lupo’s. There’s ample parking, which takes away some hassle, and enough seating to encourage a longer, loungingaround kind of stay, with a deck overlooking Cedar Beach Park. Cali Burrito offers a variety of homemade salsa and jam-packed burritos with plenty of options for carnivores and vegans alike, including ingredients such as organic tofu (from Fresh Tofu in Allentown), grilled veggies and black beans. It’s not hard to see—and taste— why people happily line up for one of their burritos.

2149 Reading Rd., Allentown 610.351.1791 | caliburrito.com

We’re in true hoagie town here, and Primo nails it, with bread that’s not too thick and not too thin.

Staff Favorite:

Turkey Diablo —Thumann’s homestyle turkey breast and hot pepper cheese with a blend of spices.

4 area locations primohoagies.com

That is Totally Worth the Carbs

Though the classic dough has become Valley famous, Egypt Star also serves goods like cheese buns, challah bread, Pennsylvania Dutch cookies and sticky buns.

Staff Favorite: Lekvar buns!

Pierogi That Tastes Like Your Grandmother Used to Make

This mother-daughter team, hailing from the Ukraine, has kept tradition alive—and patrons stuffed and satisfied—for eight years now. Keep an eye out for PierogieFEST, which is known to bring some of the most peculiar flavors, like apple pie, beef stroganoff and more!

3 area locations | 610.434.3762 egyptstarbakery.com Black F t Deli

745 Union Blvd., Bethlehem 610.865.3036 | bethlehemdeli.com

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P.J. Whelihan’s

Pub + R taurant

Best Place for Wings

Order naked or classic, in quantities of five, 10 or 20, or douse ‘em in the signature sauce, hot ‘n honey.

3 area locations

610.395.2532 | pjspub.com

Satisfy your sweet tooth anywhere in the Valley, as Menchie’s is now on grubhub and available for delivery! Don’t forget to flag them for your next special occasion— their cakes are as delicious as their self-serve.

Staff Favorite:

Peanut butter cup delight.

3 area locations

610.841.1900 | menchies.com

Best

Appetizer/

Small Plate Menu

Where the starter menu is as long as your arm! Their Lump Crab and Avocado Cocktail is renowned.

Staff Favorite:

Shrimp Limoncello —garlic butter, lemon, Italian bruschetta.

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

e Bayou Best Gourmet Mac & Cheese & Best Stick-to-Your-Ribs Comfort Food

Mac and cheese served in an iron skillet, with an order of fried chicken and Voodoo Juice on the side? Yes, please!

Staff Favorite: Apple Barrel cocktail —apple pie moonshine, Goldschlager, cider beer and ginger ale.

702 Hawthorne Rd., Bethlehem | 610.419.6669

sure to preorder on Fasnacht Day—there will be a line down the street, and the bakery is sure to sell out before the last ones make it inside!

Stahley’s is the original neighborhood bar. Don’t miss their clambakes.

Staff Favorite: Philly Cheesesteak—chip steak, fried onions and Cheez Whiz.

| stahleys.com

Photo by Colin Coleman

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Food+Drink

Griddle145

Best Breakfast that

FranklinVineyardsHill

Best Place for Wine Lovers For purchase at their locations in Easton, Bethlehem and Bartonsville—and now online! Or check out their winery in Bangor.

Staff Favorite:

Sir Walter’s Red—distinct fruitiness with a light and delicate finish, named in honor of the owner’s father, Walter Pivinski.

Tastes like Dessert

Griddle 145

People say breakfast is the most important meal of the day. But then they also say that you should save room for dessert. Food can be so confusing!

Readers love Griddle 145 because you can do both of those things— have the proverbial cake (for breakfast, or lunch, for that matter)— and eat it too. Sherry and Taylor Eisenhard have been combining the best of dessert into homemade breakfast dishes since Griddle

h Early Candi

Best Sweet Shop for Classic Candy or Chocolates

We’re warning you: Do not go here hungry! The ability to customize and pick your own candies can be a dangerous thing when they taste this good.

Staff Favorite:

Nonpareils—a dollop of chocolate topped with tiny sugar balls.

4640 Tilghman St., Allentown

610.395.4321

3620 Nazareth Pike, Bethlehem

610.865.0580 | joshearlycandies.com

opened in August 2012. The Red Velvet Pancakes are the stuff of legends, as are the Bananas Foster French Toast. Vegans like the coconut banana French toast, which Sherry describes as “a thick, hand-cut French toast cooked with a layer of coconut and topped with a layer of bananas.”

All three of those are always on the menu. Popular recurring specials permit the Eisenhards further creativity, with lemon ricotta pancakes, cinnamon roll pancakes

or a recent special, the Sherry Berry French Toast.

“The category win sure is a pleasant surprise. We are happy to be recognized for our sweet side of breakfast but we also put as much effort into our savory side,” says Sherry.

With a win like this, it raises the question: Why didn’t the Eisenhards open up a bakery? 1146 MacArthur Rd., Whitehall 610.351.9898 | griddle145.com

4 area locations 888.887.2839 franklinhillvineyards.com

Northampton Seafood Market

Best Place to Buy Fresh Seafood

Take advantage of the freshest seafood at the best prices—try their tasty Heat-N-Eat meals for easy weeknight dinners.

Rte. 329, Northampton | 610.262.3333 northamptonseafood.com

Wegmans

Best Place to Grab Dinner on the Way Home

Choose from every specialty cuisine, ranging from Italian to Asian, under one roof. Better move fast for sushi; it goes quick.

Staff Favorite: Spicy tuna sushi roll.

3 area locations | wegmans.com

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Girls Lunch Location It’s a restaurant,

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Keystone Pub&Grill

Best Bar Food & Best Beer Selection

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Keystone Pub & Grill Get ready. The Keystone Pub in Whitehall, which opened in 2012 as an offshoot of the mainstay location in Bethlehem, has 57 taps as of Keystone’s fifth anniversary this past April. Yes, you read that correctly. Owner Savvas Kiprislis fills those lines with everything from everyday brews such as Coors and Miller Light to select imports and a heavy selection of American craft brews, especially regional ones. Beer-centric events are definitely part of the mix that’s earned them accolades. “We have had so many tap takeovers, I cannot keep count,” he says.

All the staples of bar food are here—pierogies, fries, nachos and so forth. But devotees know that Keystone’s really known for its wings. “They are prepared daily, never frozen, always fresh jumbo wings, with signature sauces made in-house, such as grilled pineapple and Sriracha lime,” he says. Other bar specials keep people coming back, whether it’s wings, $1 sliders or buy one burger, get the second half off. ‘These features aren’t always the same day between the pubs, so you can enjoy them at different times at both locations,” he explains.

Happy Hour Monday through Friday, from 4–6 p.m., helps solidify Keystone's role in community building; a little shuffleboard doesn’t hurt, either. Between the taps and bottled beers and the 35-plus HDTVs all around, you’ll catch up with your friends and on all the games you can imagine, all at the same time.

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Vince’s Famous Che teaks

Best Cheesesteak

Vince’s Famous Cheesesteaks

You know something’s being done right—cheesesteaks, namely—if a business has been around since 1957. And that’s the case with Vince’s, which spans five generations and a few people named Vince—including current owner Vince Cocca Jr. Vince’s has been around long enough to weather lots of different shifts, but their success suggests that there’s always love for classics.

Says Chris Cocca, who works the business with his dad, Vince Jr., “I think one of the things people like about our offerings is that we’re proudly faithful to the traditionalstyle Lehigh Valley cheesesteak sauce, onions, peppers, hot peppers and American cheese.” He’s just described their best seller, the Vince’s Classic, but Vince’s boasts nearly a dozen varieties, some of them a bit unorthodox—chicken bacon ranch, for example.

Like many other businesses featured here, Vince’s likes to keep it local.

“We are also a PA Preferred business, using as much local produce as possible when in season. We’ve been using Amoroso’s rolls for over 20 years,” he says, referring to the Philadelphia company.

806 W. Hamilton St., Allentown 610.841.7999 thecheesesteakplace.com

Best Gluten-Free Menu & Best Pad Thai

White Orchids: where you can choose your spice level and the chicken lettuce wraps are to die for.

Staff Favorite: Lemongrass soup, Tom Yum a citrusy lemongrass broth with aromatic herbs, mushrooms, scallions and cherry tomatoes. Choice of chicken, shrimp or organic tofu.

2985 Center Valley Pkwy. Suite 200, Center Valley | 610.841.7499 whiteorchidsthaicuisine.com

Best Place for a Special Occasion Cake

Searching for a true cake artist? Look no further. Go big or go home with Andy’s 11-layer Nonsense Cake: fudge brownie, peanut butter filling, chocolate chip cookie, cheesecake, chocolate ganache, graham cracker, repeat.

DonMexJuan Grill

Best Nachos

You can order your nachos in advance online, and pick them up specific to your liking. Their standard nachos are served with cheese, sour cream, pico de gallo and jalapeños, but you can add lettuce, fresh cilantro, corn, BBQ sauce, chipotle dressing, hot sauce, ranch, beans, rice, fried egg and, for a price, as many extras as your heart desires.

Yocco’s

Best Hot Dog

Want to show someone that you care? Send them a Yocco’s Doggie Pac, which includes 12 uncooked dogs and buns, along with all the fixings, down to the chili.

6 areas locations | yoccos.com

At KOMÉ, the entire dining experience is truly elevated, with modern-Asian, gourmet dishes and a team that values forward thinking. Enjoy one of the area’s largest sushi selections, and pull up a seat at the sushi bar to watch as it gets made.

Staff Favorite: Creamy King Crab Roll —king crab, cucumber and albacore, topped with avocado, creamy sesame sauce and “masago.”

143 S. Main St., Nazareth 610.746.9175 | cozzecakes.com

2880 Center Valley Pkwy. Suite 600, Center Valley 610.798.9888 | komerestaurant.com Cozze Cak

3 area locations | 610.438.5661 donjuanmexgrill.com

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Food+Drink

Tapas on Main

Best Sangria & Best Place for a Casual Date

Nobody will ever turn down an invite to blue, where part of the drink menu is dedicated to champagne cocktail creations! The three-season patio makes it the perfect happy hour destination.

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Tapas on Main

Sangria is such a laid-back, dine-outside kind of a drink—and it’s something Tapas on Main has made its business to excel in since the restaurant opened in May 2011. You can order any one of 8–10 options daily, and they’re made in-house with fresh fruit. Seasonal variations are popular—summer brings flavors such as watermelon, ginger peach, cucumber lime and pineapple mint. Cara Paredes, regional manager (and wife to

Best Business Lunch Location

You’ll always impress your client here.

Staff Favorite:

Sea Salt Seared Rare Tuna coconut curry grits, bok choy, yellow pepper miso and spicy kimchi.

3501 Broadway, Allentown 610.706.0100 | grille3501.com

owner Juan Carlos), says that a few classics are kept on the menu, such as the popular Blood Orange Berry, which starts with a red wine base.

“It's such a pleasure to generate new recipes for our customers and bring back favorites each season.

I know that's why we win Best Sangria each year. We will never stop inventing unique flavors,” she says.

Readers simply love Tapas on Main for a casual date. Maybe it’s the menu of small plates that are

just so easy to share—and the lack of a structured menu means it’s easy to try different things, which makes dining an easier experience. Maybe it’s the décor. Maybe it’s the warm walls and dim lighting.

“We are the perfect spot. We are rustic, funky upscale, but in a relaxed setting. We’ve had numerous proposals, photos and date-related events.”

500 Main St., Bethlehem 610.868.8903 | tapasonmain.com

The Joint is what some might call the anti-Starbucks.

The members of DNCE (hey, Joe Jonas) once imbibed here.

or stop by their permanent location at the Easton Public Market.

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HEALTH+WELLNESS

Best Yoga Studio

Easton Yoga

Easton Yoga

You’re not flexible enough. You don’t have the time. You’re just not the type. There are a million reasons why you won’t take the plunge and give yoga a try. But Easton Yoga owner Alicia Rambo Wozniak wants you to remember this: “Once we get on the mat and trust the breath and our bodies, it is all possible.” Wozniak, who has been teaching yoga for 16 years,

knows what it’s like to be standing (and stretching) at square one.

“I was first interested in yoga as a way to rehab a rotator cuff injury,” she says. “I spent the first year of my yoga practice barely able to raise my right arm more than shoulder height. But there was something that just kept me coming back.” She took over control of Easton Yoga from her teacher in 2004. Now the center

A mix of athleticism, grace and balance, Barre3 provides a full-body workout with low-impact movements, giving clients an endorphin high and a deep muscle burn. Get your shakes and quakes on with the latest trend in fitness!

3900 Hamilton Blvd., Allentown | 610.841.8200 3303 Bath Pike, Bethlehem | 610.625.5955 | barre3.com

has more than a dozen teachers on staff, each with a different style of instruction. “I want my students to leave classes knowing that living vibrantly and whole-heartedly opens us up to our fullest potential,” says Wozniak.

45 N. 10th St., Allentown 524 Northampton St., Easton 610.923.7522 | eastonyoga.com

Best CrossFit Training

Get acquainted with CrossFit Advanced’s Foundations Program, designed to introduce members to the workout. During the first month, members will attend three foundation classes that demonstrate correct movements and ensure safety and success. Interested? Your first class is free!

3601 Sullivan Tr., Easton 610.829.1070 | crossfitadvanced.com

Best Gym Atmosphere

Strength training, the latest cardio equipment and group exercise classes await!

4 area locations

484.526.3177 | getfit.slhn.org

Best Health Food Store

Take advantage of the best selection of quality brands, organic produce and nutritional supplements in the Valley.

1450 Pennsylvania Ave., Allentown 610.691.6644 | queensnutrition.net

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EVAN HOWARD

RYAN NEFF

F ward inking Fitness

FORWARD THINKING FITNESS

You won’t find a whirlpool, a steam room, tanning beds or row upon row of neatly aligned treadmills and elliptical machines at Forward Thinking Fitness in Allentown. You also won’t be wooed with gimmicks and promotional deals designed to lock you into a lengthy contract deal. What you will find at the unabashedly no-frills facility, according to owner Evan Howard, is a staff dedicated to whipping you into shape and reaching your fitness goals, whatever they may be. “We are without a doubt completely different than any other place in the area, and our clients love us for it,” he says. Initially Howard pursued a career in physical therapy, but

found his niche in personal training. Now, along with Ryan Neff, Payton Bachman and Amber Ryan, Howard guides a growing client base of more than 150 members, through a variety of customized workouts and programs designed to motivate even the most reluctant athlete. “It’s a place that has such a positive vibe to it that you can’t describe, but you feel it instantly when you walk through the front door,” Howard says. “It’s just a matter of getting rid of that mindset of ‘I can’t’ or ‘no one can help me.’ Take the plunge and do it yesterday.”

Iroquois Tr., Allentown

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Certified trainer, nutrition consultant and yoga instructor, Angie Fenstermaker believes that food is medicine and that a structured meal plan can do wonders in creating sustainable results. Change your lifestyle Angie’s way.

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SHOPPING +BEAUTY

Best Place to Buy Menswear a embly88

assembly88

Whether you fancy yourself a well-dressed, dapper gentleman or a work-in-progress in the fashion department, Assembly88 on Allentown’s Hamilton Street has something to add to your closet. “We enjoy giving guidance whenever possible,” says owner Santo Napoli. “Even the regulars appreciate the information and advice. Our biggest challenge is

getting men to buy the right sizes. Many need to go down a size.” Assembly88 opened its doors in 2014, but Napoli is no stranger to the downtown shopping scene. He’s owned stores on Hamilton Street since 1999, and says he can’t imagine being anywhere else. The building, with its original maple floors, brick walls, tin ceiling and leather furnishings is just as tony

as the wares it sells. “It's a very classic vibe that guys really enjoy, but women feel very comfortable in the shop, too,” Napoli says. And, gentlemen, if he could give you one piece of fashion advice, it would be this: Get rid of the dad jeans for good.

544 Hamilton St., Allentown 610.433.7625 | assembly88.com

Treat yourself!

Spring Garden St., Easton 610.258.3480 | jmorgansalon.com

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DOMACI

While a blank canvas can be inspiring to some, the prospect of starting from scratch often feels daunting to the home decorating novice. That’s where Warren and Derrick Clark come in. After first building a customer base online, they opened their brick and mortar home décor store, Domaci, on Bethlehem’s Main Street in May of 2016. Warren Clark has this advice for those in need of a jumping-off point: “Pick one item that you love or have a sentimental attachment to and start decorating your room around that one piece.” Domaci helps to fill in the blanks with its ever-changing lineup of one-of-a-

kind accent pieces, like its popular “crank tables,” which are furnished out of industrial parts. “We're inspired by classic design, but appreciate the unique,” says Clark.

“Homes are meant to be lived in and enjoyed, so furnishings should be cozy and inviting.” Clark describes the store as a blend of eclectic and casual, a place where new meets old. It’s also a place that celebrates homegrown talent. “We are proud to feature local artisans and designers who create handmade décor and gifts,” Clark says.

523 Main St., Bethlehem 610.419.4111 | domacihome.com

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Hone & Strop Barber and Brand Co.

When good beards go bad, Bethlehem’s Hone & Strop Barber and Brand Co. is the place to go to give that unruly mug a makeover. The name comes from the profession’s old-school tools of the trade; the hone is a stone that’s used to sharpen the straight razor, and the strop is a leather belt used to polish the razor. Owner Justin Kelly says he started out cutting hair as a hobby, and realized he had a flair for the art of snipping, shaving and taking a little (or a lot) off the top. A longtime friend convinced him to take a job with

a barber in Allentown. “I took the chance and was super nervous because I only knew very little, but I stuck with it and fell in love,”

Kelly says. Nearly two years ago, he decided to branch out with a shop of his own. Now, he has just as much fun doling out shaves and fades as he does getting to know the client in his chair.

“The daily conversations are hilarious,” he says.

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SHOPPING +BEAUTY

Gwen Crouse/Hair to Dye For Gwen Crouse is a fixer. Not in the Olivia Pope, Scandal kind of way, but in the what-have-I-done-to-myhair kind of way. “I've definitely seen some crazy things in the past 20 years,” she says. Crouse, who owns Hair to Dye For in Easton, says her staff is tasked with multiple color corrections on a weekly basis. “If you are unhappy with your color or are experiencing

Catrian Schutz

Skint t Skin Care Boutique Best Eyebrow Artist for On-Point Brows

Co-owner Catrian Schutzer believes in putting your best face forward, and specializes in custom-made treatments, regimens and beauty advice.

11 N. 3rd St., Easton | 610.258.1702 skinterestskincare.com

Best Hair Stylist to Make You Feel Like a Million Bucks

a hair disaster, we are definitely the salon to call,” she says. Of course, not every client is guilty of committing a follicle faux pas; most just need an expert hand to tangle with their tresses. “Whether you are looking for the most natural balayage or the wildest colors of the rainbow, we can give you the hair of your dreams,” Crouse says. And she’s proud to call many of

Organic Tans and Beauty Bar

Spray Tan to Fake a Week in the Caribbean

Whether you’re looking for a natural tan that none of your co-workers will ask you about, a full-on beach glow or the stuff only fitness competitors rock, Organic Tans has the right mix for you.

1752 W. Allen St., Allentown 610.821.8888 | organictanslv.com

Customers love Roxy’s trademark “open mirror” policy.

484.764.1769 | makeupbyroxy.com

her customers her friends. “I have relationships with my clients spanning ten, 15, sometimes even 20 years,” she says. “The connection I've made with so many types of people from so many different cultures is priceless to me.”

145 Northampton St., Easton 610.923.3530 h2d4easton

Am ican Male

Best Men’s HairCut

Prepare for that job interview, first day or important meeting with the Men at Work package, which includes hand detailing, a quality grooming experience and haircut, ten-minute neck and back chair massage, as well as a choice of any American Crew product.

316 E. 3rd St., Bethlehem | 610.625.4053 americanmalebethlehem.com

Ask about an Unlimited Wax Pass® —pay once for the service you like the most, and you’re good for a year.

3 area locations

610.335.1124 | waxcenter.com

Ma age and Facial Spa

Open seven days a week, Hand and Stone offers everything from pampering facials and peels to microdermabrasion treatments.

4 area locations

610.709.8709 | handandstone.com

Ma age and Welln s Cent

Best Place to Get a Massage Swedish, deep tissue, warm bamboo or hot stone? Take your pick!

518 Main St., Bethlehem 610.882.4325 | healhands.com

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GlasbernInn

Best Romantic Overnight Stay

Whether you’ve booked a luxury suite or a standard room, you will be delighted. All overnight guests enjoy a complimentary breakfast from the inn’s extensive menu—the Vanilla Crème Brûlée French Toast is legendary.

2141 Packhouse Rd., Fogelsville | 610.285.4723 | glasbern.com

Bethlehem House Contemp ary Art Gall y

Best Place to Buy Art

With four annual showcases, Bethlehem House Contemporary Art Gallery seeks to demonstrate practical use of contemporary art by presenting it in fully furnished homes. BHCAG sets out to challenge empty white-walled galleries, and will celebrate its three-year anniversary this month.

459 Main St., Bethlehem | 610.419.6262 | bethlehemhousegallery.com

Go solo or schedule a group tour and choose from peaches, apples, pumpkins and pears—perfect for family fun!

1767 Clearview Rd., Coplay 610.261.2323 | strawberryacres.com

Grim’s Orchard & Family Farms

Best Pumpkin Patch for Fall Festivities

Explore the corn maze, shoot the apple cannon, play farmer paintball, go on a hayride, ride the dual cattle train and, of course, pick some pumpkins.

9941 Schantz Rd., Breinigsville 610.395.5655 | grimsgreenhouse.com

Shake the hand that feeds you at the Easton Farmers’ Market, now open year round.

Centre Square, Easton | 610.330.9942 eastonfarmersmarket.com

Respected for its music, worshipped for its food, attended for the people-watching.

musikfest.org

Experience cooking demonstrations, tastings from more than 25 of the region’s best restaurants, a champagne and spirits room, cigar bar, seminars and more!

lehighvalleyfoodandwine.com

Best Christmas Tree Farm

Approximately 8,000 trees are planted every spring on this 112-acre farm.

7317 Bethlehem-Bath Pike, Bath 610.837.7531 | unangst-treefarm.com

Glasbern Inn

Best Public Golf Course to Work on Your Swing & Best

Golf Pro to Help You Work on Your Game MARK CSENCSITS

Bethlehem Golf Club & Mark Csencsits

Mark Csencsits may be a golf pro now, but once upon a time he was just like any other befuddled beginner, trying to figure out how to turn bogeys into birdies. “I was extremely frustrated in the fact that I couldn't control this little white ball that wasn't even moving,” he recalls. In fact, initially his sport of choice was baseball. When that career fizzled out, he decided to give golf a go, and turned professional at age 29. “I thought hitting a fastball at 90 miles per hour would make me be a good

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golfer. I loved the challenge the game presented to me to get better.” And he’ll tell you there’s no need to travel all the way to Augusta, Georgia, or Pebble Beach, California to master the art of the slice, or to perfect a wayward putt. You can do your best Arnold Palmer impression right here in the Lehigh Valley. Csencsits meets with eager students at the Bethlehem Golf Club, which has been wooing golfers to its lush greenways for well over half a century. Founded

in 1956, the course welcomes newcomers but is demanding enough to challenge even the most seasoned pros. Lesson one: There’s no such thing as a perfect swing. “Stop searching!” Csencsits says. “Search for knowledge to get better instead. Then do purposeful practice with a goal and plan in mind.”

400 Illicks Mill Rd., Bethlehem 610.691.9393 | bethlehemgc.com 610.428.3434 lehighvalleygolfpro.com

D&L Trail

Best Bike Trail

The scenic, 165-mile path stretches through five Pennsylvania counties.

2750 Hugh Moore Park Rd., Easton 610.923.3548 | delawareandlehigh.org

Nazareth Dog Park

Best Dog Park

Allow for some off-leash fun at this fenced-in dog park that includes a separate area for smaller pets, as well as shade and benches for human friends.

Black Rock Rd., Nazareth 610.759.0202 | nazarethboroughpa.com

Lehigh Parkway

Best Park for Walking & Jogging

Home to many of the area’s 5K walk-runs, visitors can enjoy six miles of trail here.

Lehigh Parkway E., Allentown 610.437.7757 | allentownpa.gov

Trexl Mem ial Park

Best Park to Have a Picnic Nestle on one of the park’s many grassy areas and enjoy the surroundings as others bike, walk and explore. Restrooms available on site.

Springhouse Rd., Allentown 610.437.7757 | allentownpa.gov

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LEISURE+RECREATION

Saucon Valley Country Club

Saucon Valley Country C lub

Cigars

Int national

Best Place to Stock Up on Stogies

Join the Cigar of the Month Club and receive a variety of premium, hand-rolled brands delivered to your doorstep.

535 Main St., Bethlehem | 610.419.2076 4078 Nazareth Pike, Bethlehem 484.895.3933 | cigarsinternational.com

Downtown Bethlehem

Best Place to Take Out-of-Town Guests

With top-notch dining, festivals, breweries, shops and places to stay, your guests won’t want to leave.

getdowntownbethlehem.com

Sixty holes of golf, indoor and outdoor tennis, a fitness center, fly fishing, a four-pool swimming complex, ten indoor and outdoor eating venues and a beautiful view? Yeah, we wish we belonged here.

2050 Saucon Valley Rd., Bethlehem | 610.758.7150 | sauconvalleycc.org

N thampton Commun y College Community Education

Best Cooking Class to Learn New Tricks

They offer hundreds of classes—did you know you can even earn your certification in home brewing here?

3835 Green Pond Rd., Bethlehem 610.861.5500 | northampton.edu

Blue Mountain Resort

Best Outdoor Activity

Whether it’s skiing and snow tubing in the winter or zip lining and mountain biking in the summer, Blue Mountain has something for all outdoor adventure seekers.

1660 Blue Mountain Dr., Palmerton 610.826.7700 | skibluemt.com

Scholl Orchards

Best Roadside Farm Stand

The smell of ripe peaches keeps people comin’ back!

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Best Theater Group Civic Theatre

Devoted to developing artists of the future, Civic welcomes 300 students each year to imagine, create and explore.

Best Concert Venue with the Hottest Acts

Everyone who’s anyone has performed here. And if they haven’t, they’ve tried to.

77 Sands Blvd., Bethlehem | 610.297.7414 | sandseventcenter.com

Best Venue for Live Theater

This Easton landmark was established as a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization in 1981 and is supported solely by the contributions of its loving community.

453 Northampton St., Easton 610.252.3132 | statetheatre.org

Best Place to Impress Your Date

Bolete celebrates ten years of fine dining and farm-to-table eating.

1740 Seidersville Rd., Bethlehem 610.868.6505 | boleterestaurant.com AMC Cent Valley 16

Best Movie Theater to Watch the Newest Releases Now an AMC, patrons can enjoy 3D and IMAX, along with the classics they love.

2805 Center Valley Pkwy. Center Valley | 610.709.8635 amctheatres.com

Best Place to Watch an Independent Film

This two-screen independent, foreign and art-house cinema can accommodate up to 200 guests.

101 Founders Way, Bethlehem 610.332.1300 | steelstacks.org

Best Free Entertainment

The Levitt Summer Concert Series presents 50 free, family-friendly concerts each summer. Head to their website to see this year’s line up! levittsteelstacks.org

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Best Bar Ambiance e Bookst e Speakeasy

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The Bookstore Speakeasy

When this place opened in 2008, nothing around here matched its 1920s speakeasy vibe. Head down the stairs through a nondescript door, through a book-lined entrance flanked by dark curtains and into a sepia-toned room. There, the dim lighting, courtesy of tableside oil lanterns that the staff suggest you not fiddle with, just dances off every surface. The theme is carried consistently throughout, so that you really do feel like you’ve been transported to another era, one with an antique cash register behind a copper-topped bar, and where old-timey jazz music plays on the weekends while you peruse your menu, which arrives in the form of a leather-bound “book.”

The Bookstore made a splash, too, with its extensive cocktail list, many of them little known, all of them definitely a throwback, but in the best way possible. There’s a lot to choose from when it comes to the hand-crafted cocktails, but try and stump their mixologists—go ahead. They want to make something new and unusual for you.

When it comes to food, there’s plenty to nibble on while you’re hanging out, whether it’s the chickpea popcorn, a menu staple since the beginning, a meat and cheese plate or full-on entrées.

366 Adams St., Bethlehem 610.867.1100 bookstorespeakeasy.com

Braveheart Highland Pub Best Trivia Night

Celebrate Scottish tradition and weekly trivia at this warm and homey pub!

430 Main St., Hellertown 610.838.6555 bravehearthighlandpub.com

Best Venue to Throw a Big Bash

Culture, history and fun, all in one place.

101 Founders Way, Bethlehem 610.332.1300 steelstacks.org

Copperhead Grille

Best Place to Watch the Game

Whether you’re there for Growler Tuesday, Wing Wednesday or Craft Beer Thursday, there’s no bad seat at the bar.

1731 Airport Rd., Allentown | 610.403.4600

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

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Liz Russo

Russo’s Facebook page says it best: single, late 30-something, never married, childless, recovering alcoholic, gluten-dairy-soy-egg free, 100-pound-losing, cat-owning, stand-up comic.

thelizrusso.com

Best Local TV Personality

With nearly 12,000 online followers, there’s no denying the Valley loves her.

wfmz.com

Ge ge Wack

Lehigh Valley w h Love

Best Local Blogger

Join the discussion with George Wacker, who’s not afraid to push the boundaries with his authentic and unabashed commentary.

lehighvalleywithlove.com

Craig atch & Nyke Van Wyk

Best Local Musician/Band

Listeners of all ages are captivated by this duo as they perform a variety of originals and classic favorites.

craigandnyke.com

& Malone, Cat Country

These two make morning commutes bearable with the best jams and commentary.

catcountry96.com

FAMILY+KIDS

+KIDS Bears Repeating

Best Kids Consignment Shop

Bears Repeating Parenthood is a wonderful adventure, but it also comes with a hefty price tag. Bears Repeating in Trexlertown helps lessen the financial sting of raising little ones by offering a full inventory of gently used clothes, toys, furniture, shoes, bedding, books, videos and more. Owner Angie EmanueliFisher has a keen eye for what a customer wants—after all, that’s what she was when she first walked into the store in 1993. By the next year, she had a job there, and in 2002, she took over the business. “Being a young mother and understanding the need for a children’s consignment shop, such as Bears Repeating, inspired me to make my store the best that it could be,” she says. Now it’s a shopping destination for every parent and grandparent looking to stock up on the childhood essentials, or to unload what they no longer need. Says EmanueliFisher, “You simply bring your consignment items to us and we take care of the rest.”

7617 Hamilton Blvd., Trexlertown 610.398.7187 | bearsrepeatingpa.com

Ju-Ju Monkey Best Baby Boutique

Choose from specialty items that you won’t find anywhere else.

4755 W. Tilghman St., Allentown 484.809.9662 | ju-jumonkey.com

Freefall Trampoline Park

Best Party Place for the Little Ones (Boys)

Get your jump on with 33,000 square feet of wall-towall trampolines.

2800 Baglyos Cir., Bethlehem 610.849.0373

freefalltrampolinepark.com

Sweet & Sa y

Best Party Place for the Little Ones (Girls)

Pamper your little princess with a day at the salon and spa, followed by a ride in Sweet and Sassy’s signature hot-pink limo.

3045 Center Valley Pkwy. Suite 104 Center Valley | 610.797.9338 sweetandsassy.com

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INNER CHEF

JHM Event Group

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JewishCommunity Center Childcare Program

Best Childcare

From six-week-old infants to fullday kindergarteners, each child is nurtured, making them feel safe and secure.

702 N. 22nd St., Allentown 610.435.3571 | lvjcc.org

Amato Painting

Best Painting and Wallpaper Services

They go beyond interior and exterior painting. Call Amato for all your flooring, sealing, waterproofing, caulking and coating needs!

215 W. Saint Joseph St., Easton 484.821.7112 | ryanamatopainting.com

Best Home & Garden Center

NEIGHBORS HOME AND GARDEN CENTER

If you dream it, Neighbors Home and Garden Center can help you build it. All of the tools and trimmings you need to transform your humdrum yard into an outdoor oasis can be found at this haven for the DIY-inclined in Hellertown. General manager Glenn Panick says his parents, Andrew and Gerry Panick, started the business in 1990. Following a career in advertising in New York City, Glenn came on board two years later. Now, Panick says, after nearly three decades in the home and garden business, the secret to Neighbors’ continued

success is rooted in its dedication to customer service. “Retail is getting really tough,” he says. “The only way to survive is to step up to the plate and go above and beyond.” That means, if you can’t find what you need amidst Neighbors’ vast assortment of plants, patio furniture, grills and power equipment, Panick and his team will help you track it down. “Even if we don’t have it here, I’ll recommend somewhere else.”

Romel

Renovations

Best Home Remodeler

Romel will walk you through every stage of the project and ensure that the process is as stress-free as possible!

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Rockin’ Ramaley Best Party DJ

ROCKIN’ RAMALEY

The Rockin' Ramaley DJ Entertainment crew takes having fun very seriously. After all, there are no do-overs in their line of work. From weddings to Sweet 16 parties to bar mitzvahs and charity events, owner Kevin Ramaley and his staff are the masters of merriment responsible for establishing the tone and setting the stage (sometimes literally, thanks to their portable LED dance floor) for memories meant to last a lifetime. “We care about our customers and love to personalize each event for them,” Ramaley says. “At the end of the event, we are the last to leave, ensuring that everything has been taken care of and everyone was satisfied.” The business started out small in 1996 with a pair of speakers and a small music library. Now the company’s schedule is packed with opportunities to create those magic seconds in time. “The moment when you see a couple smile at each other and the world stops. That's what makes me love my job every day,” he says.

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SHANE BURCAW President

SARAH YUNUSOV Director of Development

Catching Up With

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Shane Burcaw

BEST OF THE LEHIGH VALLEY EDITION

In 2011, Shane Burcaw founded Laughing at My Nightmare (LAMN) with his cousin Sarah as a way to spread a message of positivity and to give people what they really needed: a good laugh. Since then, LAMN has inspired, helped and tickled the funny bone of hundreds of thousands of people.

Those who know him, love him, but, in the event that you haven’t met him yet, we happily invite you to get to know the four-time beneficiary of Style’s fourth annual Best Of celebration, Shane Burcaw.

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Alison Conklin

Last year, you told us your goal was world domination. How close did you get? It turns out that complete world domination takes a bit longer than I initially estimated. However, both my nonprofit and my personal writing career have been keeping me busy throughout the last year!

At Laughing At My Nightmare, we’ve been growing tremendously as a company, which has allowed us to provide dozens of vital equipment grants to people living with muscular dystrophy! We did our biggest project ever back in January, providing an outdoor elevator for a family in eastern Pennsylvania. With this elevator, their daughter can now easily access her home in her power wheelchair. We couldn’t do these sorts of life-changing grants without the generous support of our donors, so I’d like to publicly give a huge THANK YOU to all of them.

I’m also super excited to announce that I have two more books coming out! The first is a children’s picture book called Not So Different, which will be out on November 7. The book is designed to make the topic of disability approachable for kids and answer the many questions they often have about being in a wheelchair. The next book is a sequel to my first memoir, another raunchy, silly and hopefully thought-provoking collection of stories from my life. That will be out in late 2018!

A lot has happened this past year, especially legislatively, and you recently opened up to your followers on social media about how health care reform could affect you. What would you like readers to take away from that?

I try not to get too political in my writing, but recent health care reform efforts are an issue that hit way too close to home for me and hundreds of thousands of people like me who were born with severe disabilities. It seems ludicrous

that we even need reminders like this, but I’d encourage people to make decisions with compassion and empathy for all people. I think that’s a goal we can all aim for, regardless of political affiliation.

Many of your followers have probably noticed that you’re linked to someone new romantically. What’s something about your relationship that people might not know or expect?

Yes, my lovely girlfriend Hannah and I have just recently celebrated our one-year anniversary! Let’s see, something people wouldn’t expect… we went on a date to NYC last summer and got stranded in the city overnight because my wheelchair decided to die. It was a ridiculous, hilarious adventure, and to make it even better, it was about 128 degrees in the city that day. Hannah and I love to travel and seek out the best restaurants in every location we visit.

we’ve given include beds, vehicle modifications, computers, ramps, wheelchairs and lots more!

Where have your travels taken you this past year? Locally, what are you excited for?

Our speaking schedule has been jam-packed in the last year! We took a trip out to the beautiful state of Washington last summer to speak at a large community conference about disability empowerment. We spoke everywhere from high schools in Chicago to fifth graders right here in Bethlehem! Sarah and I now have over 100 speaking engagements under our belts, and we’ve loved every single one of them. Over the next few months, we have a handful of talks at local schools and teacher conferences that we’re getting excited about!

You have several tattoos. What does each one mean to you?

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there is always a reason for optimism, even in the worst situations.

The Styleteam loves receiving emails from LAMN that someone new has benefited from the donations and support, and has received a life-changing piece of equipment. Ballpark, how many of those gifts has your organization been able to provide in the last year? Who is eligible for a No More Nightmares grant?

We’ve done about 30 grants in the past two years! These grants are given to people with any form of muscular dystrophy in order to help them obtain equipment to make life more healthy, comfortable and productive. Some examples of items

Yes! I have a “safe camp” symbol behind my right ear. This simple marking was used by traveling hobos back in the day to mark houses that were welcoming to other travelers. I think that concept is pretty cool.

I have a T-Rex doing a burnout in a wheelchair on my thigh. There’s no significant meaning behind this one—I actually pledged to get it for a fundraising campaign that we did a few years ago. Bad idea? Probably. Do I regret it? Nope!

My third tattoo is the phrase “Hope springs eternal” on the back of my neck, a small part of a poem by Alexander Pope. It reminds me that there is always a reason for optimism, even in the worst situations. Is there anything more worthy of an eye roll than someone talking at length about their tattoos?

Okay, now for the serious stuff: how fun was that puppy photo shoot with Alison Conklin? I’ve never been so happy to be covered in pee and drool.

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This is the question that we posed to area lawyers to determine who deserves the distinction of Select Lawyer™ status. Lawyers were asked to consider reputation within the community and among colleagues and peers, quality of services provided, experience, educational background and continuing educational endeavors and their utilization of best-practice procedures and techniques.

Nominees consisted of lawyers listed with the Pennsylvania Supreme Court, allowing virtually every area lawyer in the region the opportunity to participate. For 2017, the Select Lawyers™ survey was conducted by the Harrisburg-based FieldGoals.US, a Certified Women’s Business Enterprise (WBENC) providing superior qualitative and quantitative research services for a wide variety of businesses and entities, both in Central Pennsylvania and throughout the United States. Their team of academics—including moderators, interviewers, survey designers and recruiters—excels at fullservice, impactful research initiatives. As legal research specialists, FieldGoals.US was thrilled to conduct the 2017 Select Lawyers™ survey.

Once our Select Lawyers™ list was finalized, the lawyers receiving the honor were checked against the Disciplinary Board of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania to ensure the nominees were in good standing and were contacted to verify the information listed.

There are many outstanding lawyers who are not included on this list. A lawyer’s inclusion on the Select Lawyers™ list is based on the judgments of his or her fellow lawyers as a peer review. We feel the Select Lawyers™ program is an outstanding directory of highly regarded lawyers in the Lehigh Valley.

& CREDITOR’S RIGHTS LAW

Jennifer R. Alderfer, Esq. Zator Law Allentown

Joshua A. Gildea, Esq. Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, PC Center Valley

Kevin Kercher, Esq. Kercher Law Whitehall

Charles Laputka, Esq. Laputka Law Office Allentown

Thomas L. Lightner, Esq. Lightner Law Offices, PC Allentown

George Lutz, Esq. Hartman, Valeriano, Magovern & Lutz, PC Allentown

Michael R. Nesfeder, Esq. Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, PC Center Valley

Jason M. Rapa, Esq. Rapa Law Office, PC Allentown

Andrew J. Shaw, Esq. Goodman & Shaw, PC

Bethlehem

Douglas J. Smillie, Esq. Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, PC Center Valley

John R. K. Solt, Esq. Law Office of John R. K. Solt, Esq., PC Bethlehem

BUSINESS/ COMMERCIAL LAW

Joseph A. Bubba, Esq. Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, PC Center Valley

Kenneth R. Charette, Esq. Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, PC Center Valley

Veronica M. DeAngelo, Esq. Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, PC Center Valley

Terence L. Faul, Esq. King, Spry, Herman, Freund & Faul, LLC

Bethlehem

DISCLAIMER The Select Lawyers information presented in Lehigh Valley Style is not legal advice, nor is Select Lawyers a legal referral service. We strive to maintain a high degree of accuracy in the information provided, but make no warrant, claim, promise or guarantee about the accuracy, completeness or adequacy of the information contained in this magazine or linked to lehighvalleystyle.com or selectlawyerspa.com sites, and hereby disclaim any liability to any person for any loss or damage caused by errors or omissions herein whether such errors or omissions result from negligence, accident or any other cause. The hiring of an attorney is an important decision that should not be solely based upon advertising or the listings in this magazine. No representation is made that the quality of legal services performed by the attorneys listed in this magazine or associated sites will be greater than that of other licensed attorneys. Select Lawyers , part of Select Professionals , a division of Innovative Designs & Publishing, Inc., is an independent magazine publisher that has contracted the market research firm of FieldGoals.us of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania to conduct the research. Select Lawyers is not affiliated with any state or regulatory body and its listings do not certify or designate an attorney as a specialist. For more information, call 619.923.0385 or email (askus@selectlawyerspa.org) or visit selectlawyerspa.com. This listing, or parts thereof, must not be reproduced in any form without the express written permission. ©2017 Select Lawyers , a Select Professionals business. All rights reserved.

Paul S. Frank, Esq. King, Spry, Herman, Freund & Faul, LLC

Bethlehem

Andrew D. Hoffman, Esq. Zator Law Allentown

Colin J. Keefe, Esq. Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, PC Center Valley

Jane P. Long, Esq. Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, PC Center Valley

“YOUR CHALLENGE IS

GENERAL PRACTICE

For nearly 30 years, Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, P.C., has been providing cutting-edge, sophisticated legal services to businesses and individuals throughout the Lehigh Valley. The firm’s client-first focus ensures clients feel completely comfortable with the attorneys, who become valued members of clients’ inner circles. That can only happen when the attorneys fully understand clients’ business and personal matters; are passionate about clients’ goals; and are fully responsive. FL&B endeavors to create that type of relationship with each of their clients. An exceptional team of 31 attorneys provides clients with the advanced insights and individual attention needed to solve the most complex legal challenges.

• Bankruptcy & Creditors Rights

• Business & Banking Law

• Corporate Law

• Elder Law

• Employment and Labor Law

• Estate Planning & Administration of Estates and Trusts

• Family Law

• Health Care Law

• International Trade Law

• Litigation

• Mergers & Acquisitions

• Nonprofit Organizations

• Patent, Copyrights & Trademark Law

• Real Estate, Land Use & Development Law

• Taxation Law

Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba congratulates James A. Bartholomew, Steven T. Boell, Joseph A. Bubba, Kenneth R. Charette; Timothy D. Charlesworth, Joseph S. D’Amico, Jr.; Veronica M. DeAngelo, Catherine E.N. Durso; Joseph A. Fitzpatrick, Jr.; Gretchen L. Geisser, Joshua A. Gildea, Peter E. Iorio, Emil W. Kantra II, Colin J. Keefe, Karl H. Kline, Edward J. Lentz, Albertina D. Lombardi, Jane P. Long, Abigail M. Martin, Marie K. McConnell, Kathleen M. Mills, Michael R. Nesfeder, Douglas Panzer, Maraleen D. Shields, Thomas J. Schlegel, Erich J. Schock, Jacob M. Sitman, Douglas J. Smillie and Mallory J. Sweeney on being named Select Lawyers™ in 2017.

Julie M. Macomb, Esq.

Norris McLaughlin & Marcus, P.A. Allentown

Abigail M. Martin, Esq. Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, PC Center Valley

Marie K. McConnell, Esq. Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, PC Center Valley

Thomas E. Reilly, Jr., Esq. Gross McGinley, LLP Allentown

Thomas J. Schlegel, Esq. Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, PC Center Valley

Karley Biggs Sebia, Esq. King, Spry, Herman, Freund & Faul, LLC Bethlehem

Timothy J. Siegfried, Esq. Norris McLaughlin & Marcus, P.A. Allentown

Loren L. Speziale, Esq. Gross McGinley, LLP Allentown

Matthew T. Tranter, Esq. King, Spry, Herman, Freund & Faul, LLC Bethlehem

Joseph A. Zator II, Esq. Zator Law Allentown

COMMERCIAL LITIGATION

Samuel E. Cohen, Esq. Gross McGinley, LLP Allentown

Joseph S. D’Amico, Jr., Esq. Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, PC Center Valley

Gretchen L. Geisser, Esq. Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, PC Center Valley

James T. Huber, Esq. Huber, Waldron & Williams, LLP Allentown

Steven E. Hoffman, Esq. Norris McLaughlin & Marcus, P.A. Allentown

Michael R. Nesfeder, Esq. Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, PC Center Valley

Maraleen D. Shields, Esq. Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, PC Center Valley

Douglas J. Smillie, Esq. Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, PC Center Valley

CONSTRUCTION LAW

Joseph S. D’Amico, Jr., Esq. Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, PC Center Valley

Gretchen L. Geisser, Esq.

Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, PC Center Valley

Domenic P. Sbrocchi, Esq. King, Spry, Herman, Freund & Faul, LLC

Bethlehem

CONTRACTS LAW

Joseph A. Bubba, Esq. Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, PC Center Valley

Veronica M. DeAngelo, Esq. Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, PC Center Valley

Terence L. Faul, Esq. King, Spry, Herman, Freund & Faul, LLC Bethlehem

Andrew D. Hoffman, Esq. Zator Law Allentown

Colin J. Keefe, Esq. Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, PC Center Valley

Jane P. Long, Esq. Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, PC Center Valley

Dennis M. McCarthy, Esq. Davison & McCarthy, PC Allentown

Blake C. Marles, Esq. Stevens & Lee Allentown

Karley Biggs Sebia, Esq. King, Spry, Herman, Freund & Faul, LLC Bethlehem

Joseph A. Zator II, Esq. Zator Law Allentown

CRIMINAL LAW

Angelo T. Almonti, Esq. Corkery & Almonti Whitehall

Gary N. Asteak, Esq. Asteak Law Offices Easton

James J. Burke, Esq. The Law Office of James J. Burke, Esq. Bethlehem

Joshua Fulmer, Esq. Lauer & Fulmer Easton

Gavin P. Holihan, Esq. Law Office of Gavin P. Holihan, Esq. Allentown

Joshua E. Karoly, Esq. Karoly Law Firm, LLC Allentown

Phillip D. Lauer, Esq. Lauer & Fulmer Easton

John J. Waldron, Esq. Huber, Waldron & Williams, LLP Allentown

EDUCATION LAW

James A. Bartholomew, Esq. Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, PC Center Valley

John E. Freund III, Esq. King, Spry, Herman, Freund & Faul, LLC Bethlehem

Jonathon M. Huerta, Esq. King, Spry, Herman, Freund & Faul, LLC Bethlehem

Jessica F. Moyer, Esq. King, Spry, Herman, Freund & Faul, LLC Bethlehem

Kristine Roddick, Esq. King, Spry, Herman, Freund & Faul, LLC

Bethlehem

Donald F. Spry II, Esq. King, Spry, Herman, Freund & Faul, LLC

Bethlehem

ELDER LAW

Peter E. Iorio, Esq. Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, PC Center Valley

Albertina D. Lombardi, Esq. Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, PC Center Valley

Sally L. Schoffstall, Esq. Schoffstall Elder Law Orefield

EMINENT DOMAIN LAW

Steven T. Boell, Esq. Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, PC Center Valley

Joseph S. D’Amico, Jr., Esq. Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, PC Center Valley

Joseph A. Fitzpatrick, Jr., Esq. Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, PC Center Valley

Blake C. Marles, Esq. Stevens & Lee Allentown

Erich J. Schock, Esq. Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, PC Center Valley

EMPLOYMENT

DISCRIMINATION LAW

Keely J. Collins, Esq. King, Spry, Herman, Freund & Faul, LLC

Bethlehem

George C. Hlavac, Esq. Norris McLaughlin & Marcus, P.A. Allentown

Elizabeth M. Kelly, Esq. King, Spry, Herman, Freund & Faul, LLC

Bethlehem

Kathleen M. Mills, Esq. Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, PC Center Valley

Jessica F. Moyer, Esq. King, Spry, Herman, Freund & Faul, LLC

Bethlehem

Jacob M. Sitman, Esq. Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, PC Center Valley

Douglas J. Smillie, Esq. Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, PC Center Valley

Jeffrey T. Tucker, Esq. King, Spry, Herman, Freund & Faul, LLC

Bethlehem

ENVIRONMENTAL LAW

Steven T. Boell, Esq. Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, PC Center Valley

Joseph A. Fitzpatrick, Jr., Esq. Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, PC Center Valley

Erich J. Schock, Esq. Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, PC Center Valley

ESTATE PLANNING/

ADMINISTRATION/ PROBATE LAW

James A. Bartholomew, Esq. Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, PC Center Valley

Daniel E. Cohen, Esq. Seidel, Cohen, Hof & Reid, LLC

Bethlehem

Dorota Gasienica-Kozak, Esq. King, Spry, Herman, Freund & Faul, LLC

Bethlehem

Peter E. Iorio, Esq. Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, PC Center Valley

Karl H. Kline, Esq. Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, PC Center Valley

Dolores A. Laputka, Esq. Norris McLaughlin & Marcus, P.A. Allentown

Edward J. Lentz, Esq. Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, PC Center Valley

Albertina D. Lombardi, Esq. Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, PC Center Valley

Christopher M. McLean, Esq. Zator Law Allentown

“YOUR TRUSTED COUNSEL”

Gross McGinley, LLP, offers a powerhouse of legal experience, serving individuals and businesses throughout Eastern Pennsylvania and beyond. As a trusted legal advisor, the firm offers a full range of legal services provided by a dedicated professional team.

The firm’s 33 attorneys handle complex legal matters on a daily basis and offer strategic legal solutions for clients in a wide range of industries including healthcare, insurance, banking, media and publishing, municipal, manufacturing and not-for-profit. With offices in Lehigh, Northampton and Carbon counties, Gross McGinley has remained deeply rooted in the region for over 40 years, emphasizing the importance of community leadership and support.

Congratulations to the Gross McGinley attorneys chosen as 2017 Select Lawyers™, including Howard S. Stevens, Susan Ellis Wild; Thomas E. Reilly, Jr.; Kimberly G. Krupka, Loren L. Speziale, Samuel E. Cohen and Graig M. Schultz.

LEFT TO RIGHT: SAMUEL E. COHEN, GRAIG M. SCHULTZ, KIMBERLY G. KRUPKA, SUSAN ELLIS WILD, LOREN L. SPEZIALE, HOWARD S. STEVENS; THOMAS E. REILLY, JR.

R. Nicholas Nanovic III, Esq.

Norris McLaughlin & Marcus, P.A. Allentown

Avery E. Smith, Esq. King, Spry, Herman, Freund & Faul, LLC

Bethlehem

Kirby G. Upright, Esq. King, Spry, Herman, Freund & Faul, LLC

Bethlehem

FAMILY, CUSTODY, DIVORCE LAW

Linda Shay Gardner, Esq. Gardner Law Office Bethlehem

Dorota Gasienica-Kozak, Esq. King, Spry, Herman, Freund & Faul, LLC Bethlehem

Lance M. Gordon, Esq. Law Office of Saltzman, Gordon, & Kruzel, LLC Allentown

Emil W. Kantra II, Esq. Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, PC Center Valley

Amy Lynn Kruzel, Esq. Law Office of Saltzman Gordon, & Kruzel, LLC Allentown

Stanley J. Margle III, Esq. Margle Law Offices, PC Bethlehem

Jessica F. Moyer, Esq. King, Spry, Herman, Freund & Faul, LLC Bethlehem

Lauren L. Sorrentino, Esq. Norris McLaughlin & Marcus, P.A. Allentown

Donald F. Spry II, Esq. King, Spry, Herman, Freund & Faul, LLC Bethlehem

GENERAL CIVIL LITIGATION

Robert J. Balch, Esq. Post & Schell, PC Allentown

Kent H. Herman, Esq. King, Spry, Herman, Freund & Faul, LLC Bethlehem

Steven E. Hoffman, Esq. Norris McLaughlin & Marcus, P.A. Allentown

Jacqueline Kay Holmes, Esq. Norris McLaughlin & Marcus, P.A. Allentown

Jonathon M. Huerta, Esq. King, Spry, Herman, Freund & Faul, LLC

Bethlehem

Anthony M. Knapp, Esq. Post & Schell, PC Allentown

Phillip D. Lauer, Esq. Lauer & Fulmer Easton

Matthew Mobilio, Esq. Mobilio Law Center Valley

Graig M. Schultz, Esq. Gross McGinley, LLP Allentown

Karley Biggs Sebia, Esq. King, Spry, Herman, Freund & Faul, LLC Bethlehem

Douglas J. Smillie, Esq. Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, PC Center Valley

Susan Ellis Wild Gross McGinley, LLP Allentown

GOVERNMENT/CITIES/ MUNICIPALITIES LAW

Catherine E. N. Durso, Esq. Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, PC Center Valley

Joseph A. Fitzpatrick, Jr., Esq. Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, PC Center Valley

Jerome B. Frank, Esq. King, Spry, Herman, Freund & Faul, LLC Bethlehem

Michael A. Gaul, Esq. King, Spry, Herman, Freund & Faul, LLC Bethlehem

Christopher M. McLean, Esq. Zator Law Allentown

Thomas J. Schlegel, Esq. Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, PC Center Valley

Erich J. Schock, Esq. Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, PC Center Valley

Joseph A. Zator II, Esq. Zator Law Allentown

HEALTH CARE LAW

Mark D. Aurand, Esq. Davison & McCarthy, PC Allentown

Joseph A. Bubba, Esq. Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, PC Center Valley

Timothy D. Charlesworth, Esq. Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, PC Center Valley

Veronica M. DeAngelo, Esq. Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, PC Center Valley

Abigail M. Martin, Esq.

Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, PC Center Valley

Maraleen D. Shields, Esq. Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, PC Center Valley

INSURANCE COVERAGE & BAD FAITH LAW

Joseph S. D’Amico, Jr., Esq. Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, PC Center Valley

Kent H. Herman, Esq. King, Spry, Herman, Freund & Faul, LLC

Bethlehem

Domenic P. Sbrocchi, Esq. King, Spry, Herman, Freund & Faul, LLC

Bethlehem

LABOR & EMPLOYMENT LAW

Keely J. Collins, Esq. King, Spry, Herman, Freund & Faul, LLC Bethlehem

Edward J. Easterly, Esq. Norris McLaughlin & Marcus, P.A. Allentown

Thomas L. Heimbach, Esq. Flamm Walton Heimback & Lamm, PC Allentown

George C. Hlavac, Esq. Norris McLaughlin & Marcus, P.A. Allentown

Elizabeth M. Kelly, Esq. King, Spry, Herman, Freund & Faul, LLC Bethlehem

Kathleen M. Mills, Esq. Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, PC Center Valley

Jacob M. Sitman, Esq. Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, PC Center Valley

Jeffrey T. Tucker, Esq. King, Spry, Herman, Freund & Faul, LLC

Bethlehem

MEDICAL MALPRACTICE LAW

Mark K. Altemose, Esq. Cohen, Feeley, Altemose & Rambo Bethlehem

Philip Marsh Hof, Esq. Seidel, Cohen, Hof & Reid, LLC Bethlehem

Kimberly G. Krupka, Esq. Gross McGinley, LLP Allentown

Howard S. Stevens, Esq. Gross McGinley, LLP Allentown

Susan Ellis Wild Gross McGinley, LLP Allentown

PATENTS, TRADEMARKS, COPYRIGHTS & INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LAW

Douglas Panzer, Esq. Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, PC Center Valley

PERSONAL INJURY

& AUTO ACCIDENTS LAW

Mark K. Altemose, Esq. Cohen, Feeley, Altemose & Rambo Bethlehem

Martin D. Cohen, Esq. Cohen, Feeley, Altemose & Rambo Bethlehem

Philip Marsh Hof, Esq. Seidel, Cohen, Hof & Reid, LLC Bethlehem

Jerry R. Knafo, Esq. Knafo Law Offices Allentown

Benjamin N. Lichtman, Esq. Lichtman & Associates Allentown

Jill Kelly McComsey, Esq. Seidel, Cohen, Hof & Reid, LLC Bethlehem

Matthew Mobilio, Esq. Mobilio Law Center Valley

Michael R. Nesfeder, Esq. Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, PC Center Valley

Christopher Meyer Reid, Esq. Seidel, Cohen, Hof & Reid, LLC Bethlehem

REAL ESTATE

TAX ASSESSMENT APPEALS LAW

Joseph A. Fitzpatrick, Jr., Esq. Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, PC Center Valley

Gretchen L. Geisser, Esq. Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, PC Center Valley

Jonathan M. Huerta, Esq. King, Spry, Herman, Freund & Faul, LLC Bethlehem

Marie K. McConnell, Esq. Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, PC Center Valley

Lucas J. Repka, Esq. O’Donnell Associates Nazareth

Timothy J. Siegfried, Esq. Norris McLaughlin & Marcus, P.A. Allentown

COMPLEX MATTERS, COST-EFFECTIVE SOLUTIONS

GENERAL PRACTICE

Norris McLaughlin & Marcus have been serving the businesses and individuals of the Lehigh Valley for over 100 years—as the needs of the community have changed, they have expanded their services to meet the needs of their clients.

From individuals to middle market companies to global organizations, Norris McLaughlin & Marcus’ teams of attorneys apply decades of experience to provide cost-effective solutions to complex matters of commercial law and personal legal issues.

• Banking & Financial Services

• Bankruptcy & Creditors’ Rights

• Business Law

• Construction Law

• Economic Development Law

• Employee Benefits

• Environmental Law

• Estate Planning & Administration

• Family Law

• Health Care

• Higher Education

• Immigration

• Labor & Employment

• Litigation

• Liquor Law

• Mergers & Acquisitions

• Municipal Law

• Non-Profit Law

• Patent, Copyright & Trademark Law

• Real Estate & Land Use

• Taxation

Norris McLaughlin & Marcus congratulate their colleauges—Edward J. Easterly, George C. Hlavac, Steven E. Hoffman, Jacqueline K. Holmes, Dolores A. Laputka, Julie M. Macomb, R. Nicholas Nanovic, Timothy J. Siegfried and Lauren L. Sorrentino—for being named as Select Lawyers™. Nice work!

EDWARD J. EASTERLY

JACQUELINE K. HOLMES

R. NICHOLAS NANOVIC

GEORGE C. HLAVAC

DOLORES A. LAPUTKA

TIMOTHY J. SIEGFRIED

STEVEN E. HOFFMAN

JULIE M. MACOMB

LAUREN L. SORRENTINO

REAL ESTATE, ZONING, PLANNING & LAND USE DEVELOPMENT LAW

Catherine E. N. Durso, Esq. Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, PC Center Valley

Terence L. Faul, Esq. King, Spry, Herman, Freund & Faul, LLC

Bethlehem

Joseph A. Fitzpatrick, Jr., Esq. Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, PC Center Valley

Blake C. Marles, Esq. Stevens & Lee Allentown

Thomas J. Schlegel, Esq. Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, PC Center Valley

Erich J. Schock, Esq. Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, PC Center Valley

Timothy J. Siegfried, Esq. Norris McLaughlin & Marcus, P.A. Allentown

Mallory J. Sweeney, Esq. Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, PC Center Valley

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE

Matthew T. Tranter, Esq. King, Spry, Herman, Freund & Faul, LLC

Bethlehem

Joseph A. Zator II, Esq. Zator Law Allentown

UNEMPLOYMENT COMPENSATION LAW

Kathleen M. Mills, Esq. Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, PC Center Valley

Jacob M. Sitman, Esq. Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, PC Center Valley

Quintes D. Taglioli, Esq. Markowitz & Richman Allentown

WORKER’S COMPENSATION

Anthony P. Salvino, Esq. White and Williams, LLP Center Valley

Jacob M. Sitman, Esq.

Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, PC Center Valley

COMPASSIONATE SUPPORT IN DIFFICULT TIMES

BANKRUPTCY, FAMILY LAW, GENERAL PRACTICE

Thomas L. Lightner has more than 25 years of experience in the practice of law. He is a down-to-earth attorney with clients who confide in him with great assurance of superior representation and compassion. His general practice, Lightner Law Offices, PC, focuses on bankruptcy, divorce, family law and estate planning.

Attorney Lightner graduated from Temple Law School in 1992 and is admitted to the Bar in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. He is a Vietnam-era veteran and an active motorcyclist. When he is not helping clients, he enjoys riding his Harley with his dog, Lady Justice, in the attached sidecar.

4652 Hamilton Blvd., Allentown 610.530.9300 | lightnerlawoffice.com

UNCOMPROMISING DETERMINATION

PERSONAL INJURY LAW

“We fight for justice for injured parties with uncompromising determination.” This is the solemn vow of Attorney Jerry Knafo, who has obtained justice for injury victims for more than 30 years. Named again to Select Lawyers™ and to Super Lawyers, Knafo is well known for representing clients harmed by negligent businesses, government and individuals. With multiple offices, he and his staff are well situated to be there for people who have been injured and need an advocate to fight passionately for them. “We are legal practitioners as well as counselors,” Knafo says. “We are here when you need us.”

Knafo Law Offices works exclusively as plaintiffs’ counsel in personal injury litigation. Cases include auto accidents, defective products, medical malpractice and work-related injuries. The attorneys empathize with their clients, who are often going through the most critical times in their lives. They step up when clients are vulnerable.

With its small-firm atmosphere and large-firm capabilities, the firm serves thousands of Lehigh Valley and Pennsylvania residents. The attorneys enjoy an extraordinarily high success rate because of their dedication, perseverance and uncompromising determination to obtain justice.

Educated at some of the state’s finest schools—Villanova (bachelor’s), Wilkes (MBA) and Temple (Juris Doctor)—Knafo pursues his high standards as a civil trial lawyer. He has served as lead counsel in many of the most highly publicized cases in the Lehigh Valley.

“THE

Zator Law, a Lehigh Valley law firm in its third decade, offers professional services to businesses, organizations and individuals. For people who live, work or play in the Lehigh Valley, chances are that they have seen the results of Zator Law’s comprehensive business and real estate practice. For example, the firm has played a key role in the development of millions of square feet of industrial buildings and retail, office and commercial spaces, in addition to thousands of residential units.

Outside of the office, the Zator Law team is dedicated to community causes and charitable fundraising. They not only work well together on legal matters, but also enjoy tremendous relationships as friends and coworkers. This kind of teamwork is evident in all they do, and others have taken notice. Zator Law has been named Best of the Valley Business Attorneys six years in a row and Best of the Valley Places to Work for the past two years. They have also received the Chamber of Commerce’s Excellence in Business Award.

Congratulations to Joseph A. Zator II, the firm’s founder, and partner Andrew Hoffman on their second-time selection to Select Lawyers™. Hearty congratulations to associates Christopher McLean and Jennifer Alderfer, for also being named Select Lawyers™

For over 25 years, Attorney Jim Burke has handled some of the most sensational and high-profile cases in the Lehigh Valley. Cases that have appeared in the national news, including HBO documentaries, NBC’s Dateline and the Investigation Discovery network, as well as The New York Times, Los Angeles Times and The Philadelphia Inquirer

Jim was one of the first attorneys in the Lehigh Valley to be certified to try capital murder cases.

He has counseled and represented celebrity clients in the world of sports, entertainment and the music industry. However, Jim is most at home representing Lehigh Valley residents who find themselves in need of a criminal defense attorney.

A 1982 graduate of Bethlehem Catholic High School, Jim went on to receive his undergraduate degree from Lehigh University in 1986. He received his J.D. from Pennsylvania State University’s Dickinson School of Law in 1991, and has also served as the Chief Public Defender for Northampton County.

JENNIFER R. ALDERFER

CHRISTOPHER M. MCLEAN JOSEPH A. ZATOR II

ANDREW D. HOFFMAN

DINING GUIDE

WHERE TO GO TO PLEASE YOUR PALATE

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Berks

Folino Estate Vineyard, winery, restaurant, event center and full service bar. Entire Italian menu is made from scratch, includ ing pasta. Wed.– Thurs. 11 a.m.–8 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 11 a.m. Sun. 10 a.m.–8 p.m. 340 Old Rt. 22, Kutztown, 484.452.3633, folinoestate.com, B, L & D, $$, RS, CC,

Gracie’s 21st Century Café and Catering dining restaurant with full service catering avail off premises. 1534 Manatawny Rd., Pine Forge, gracies21stcentury.com, D $$$,

Landis Store Hotel Providing a dynamic menu of culinary delicacies served with the hospitality of a country inn. The Landis Store is happy to accommodate any special dining requests or dietary needs. Wed.-Sat. 4-9 p.m., Sun. Brunch: 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Dinner: 4:30-8:30 p.m. 4 Baldy Hill Rd., Boy ertown, 610.845.2324, landis-store.com,

Bucks

McCoole’s at the Historic Red Lion Inn room, martini lounge and bar in a beautifully restored Inn from the 1700s. Monthly featured wines and brews from their own Red Lion Brewery. Outdoor patio dining is available in season. 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. Mon.-Thurs. 11 a.m.–10 p.m., Fri. 11 a.m.–11 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m.–11 p.m., Sun. 9 a.m.–10 p.m. 4 S. Main St., Quakertown, 215.538.1776, mccoolesredlioninn.com, Br, L & D $-$$$, CC 

Carbon

Slopeside Pub & Grill Offers indoor dining in addition to our ever-popular outdoor dining! Guests will enjoy delicious food, tasty drinks and unforgettable scenic views all year round. Tues.–Thurs. 11 a.m.–10 p.m., Fri.–Sat. 11 a.m.–11 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.-9 p.m. 1660 Blue Mountain Dr., Palmerton, 610.824.1557, skibluemt.com, B, Br, L D & LN $-$$$, CC

Lehigh

187 Rue Principale Modernist French restaurant utilizing local and sustainable products in its creative ever-changing menu. Sun.-Mon. 8 a.m.-3 p.m., Tues.-Sat. 8 a.m.-10 p.m. 187 Main St., Emmaus , 610.928.0418, 187rueprincipale.com, Br, L, D, LN $$-$$$, RS, CC 

Aladdin Restaurant 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: Tues.-Sat. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Dinner: Tues.-Sat. 5-10 p.m., Sun. 4-9 p.m. 651 Union Blvd., Allentown, 610.437.4023, aladdinlv.com, L & D $$, RS, CC, BYOB 

Allentown Brew Works Award winning, environmentally friendly restaurant and brewery. Family owned and operated since 2007. Sun.-Thurs. 11 a.m.-midnight, Fri.-Sat. 11-2 a.m. 812 W. Hamilton St., Allentown, 610.433.7777, thebrewworks.com, Br, L, D & LN $$, RS, CC 

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The Hamilton Kitchen & Bar The Hamilton features seasonal American cuisine from regional classics to favorites from the family dinner table. Seasonal outdoor dining. Mon.-Thurs. 11:30 a.m.- 10 p.m., Fri. 11:30 a.m.-11 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-11 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m.-9 p.m. 645 W. Hamilton St., Allentown, 610.433.3535, thehamiltonkitchen.com, BR, L & D $$, CC, RS,  

Hop’s Fogelsville Hotel Casual, comfortable pub built in 1798 with three separate dining areas and outside seasonal patio. Diverse menu with huge bottle and draft selections. Mon. 4 p.m.-midnight, Tues.-Sat. 11:15-2 a.m., Sun. noon-midnight. 7921 Main St., Fogelsville, 610.395.3999, hopsfogelsville.com, L, D & LN $$, RS, CC  

Hops @ The Paddock Voted friendliest neighborhood place. Stop by and you’ll see why. Mon. 4 p.m.-2 a.m., Tues.-Sat. 11-2 a.m., Sun. noon-2 a.m. 1945 W. Columbia St., S. Whitehall, 610.437.3911, hopspaddock.com, L, D & LN $, RS, CC 

House & Barn Two distinctly different restaurants, one spectacular setting, entirely re-imagined. House: Tues.– Thurs. 4–9 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 4–11 p.m., Barn: Tues.–Thurs. 11 a.m.–9 p.m., Fri.–Sat. 4–11 p.m. 149 Chestnut St., Emmaus, 610.421.6666, houseandbarn.net, L & D $$, RS, CC,  

Keystone Pub Demand better beer! Call ahead seating. Sun.-Thurs. 11–1 a.m., Fri.-Sat. 11-2 a.m. 1410 Grape St., Whitehall, 610.434.7600, 3259 Easton Ave., Bethlehem, 610.814.0400, keystonepub.com, L, D, & LN $, CC 

KOMÉ Fine Japanese Cuisine and Hibachi A contemporary Japanese cuisine and hibachi. Extraordinary sushi, non-sushi dishes served in a contemporary, yet sensual atmosphere. Lunch: Sat.-Sun. 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Dinner: Sun.-Thurs. 3-10 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 3-11 p.m. The Promenade Shops at Saucon Valley, 610.798.9888, komerestaurant.com, L & D $, CC, RS 

Matey’s Famous Steaks & Pizza Casual, family-friendly dining featuring cheesesteaks, pizza, salads, wraps and milkshakes. Fun, 50s-style décor! Mon.-Fri. 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Sat. noon-8 p.m. 1305 Broadway, Fountain Hill, 610.866.6022, mateysfamous.com L & D $, CC 

Melt Offering a sumptuous menu of contemporary Italian fare in its breathtaking 350-seat restaurant. Lunch: Mon.-Sun. 11 a.m.4 p.m., Dinner: Mon.-Thurs. 4-10 p.m., Fri-Sat. 4-11 p.m., Sun. 4-9 p.m. 2880 Center Valley Parkway, Suite 624 610.798.9000, meltgrill.com, L $$, D $$$, LN, CC, RS  (Thurs.-Sat. starting at 4 p.m.)

Randall’s on the Orchard A warm and welcoming atmosphere in a unique orchard-side setting featuring delectable American continental cuisine. Tues.-Thurs. 4-9 p.m., Fri-Sat. 4-10 p.m., entertainment Wed. & Fri. 5-9 p.m. 2016 Applewood Dr., Orefield, 610.395.8000, randallsontheorchard.com, D $$$, RS, CC 

Roar Social House Steaks, seafood and classic American cuisine in a 1920s-themed restaurant. Lunch: Mon.-Fri. 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m., Dinner: Mon.-Thurs. 4-10 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 4-11 p.m. 732 Hamilton St., Allentown, 610.434.1230, roarallentown.com, D $$$, RS, CC  

Roma Ristorante Casual fine dining with full bar. Experience Roma Ristorante, tying in Old Rome with the new. Pasta, steaks, chops and seafood. Mon.-Thurs. 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 11 a.m.-11 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.-9 p.m. 925 Airport Center Dr., Airport Shopping Center, Allentown, 610.841.7662, romapa.com, L $$, D $$, CC ) 

Savory Grille Savory Grille is the expression of the culinary passion of Shawn and Dorothy Doyle, husband and wife chefs in residence. Dinner: Wed.-Sat. 4:30-10 p.m., Sun. 1-8 p.m. 2934 Seisholtzville Rd., Macungie 610.845.2010, savorygrille.com, D $$$, RS, CC  ) z 

Switchback Pizza Company Neapolitan pizza made with local ingredients in our Italian wood oven for you to enjoy. Wed–Sat. 11:30 a.m.–8 p.m. 525 Jubilee St., Emmaus, 610.928.0641, switchbackpizza.com, L & D $, CC BYOB 

Taste of Italy Ristorante Visit Little Italy without the drive. Offering a full variety of Italian foods from gourmet pizza to veal, chicken, pasta and seafood. Great family dining. Full wine list and cocktails served. Mon.-Thurs. 11 a.m.-10 p.m.,

Fri.-Sat. 11 a.m.-10:30 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.-9 p.m. 1860 Catasauqua Rd., Allentown, 610.266.8011, tasteofitalypa.com, L $, D $$, CC, RS  z 

Top Cut Steakhouse Classically inspired cocktails, exquisite wines and USDA prime steaks in a 1940s style rooftop atmosphere. Tues.–Thurs. 4:30-10 p.m., Fri.–Sun. 4:30-11 p.m. 2880 Center Valley Parkway, Suite 625, Center Valley, 610.841.7100, topcutsteak.com, D & LN, $$$, RS, CC 

Torre Classic Mexican cuisine with a modern twist in a fun, familyfriendly atmosphere. Enjoy Happy Hour gathered around our three-story tequila tower. Sun. 10:30 a.m.-9 pm., Mon.-Thurs. 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 11 a.m.-11 p.m. 2960 Center Valley Pkwy., Center Valley, 610.841.9399, torrerestaurant.com, Br, L, D & LN $$, RS, CC   (Thurs.-Sat. starting at 4 p.m.)

The Trapp Door Gastropub Upscale food in a fun, relaxed atmosphere with an extensive craft beer list. Brunch: Sat.-Sun. 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Dinner: Tues.-Sat. 4 p.m.-midnight. 4226 Chestnut St., Emmaus, 610.965.5225, thetrappdoorgastropub.com, Br, D & LN $$$, RS, CC  

Union and Finch A casual American bistro serving lunch and dinner six days a week and brunch on weekends. Tues.Fri. 11 a.m.-midnight, Sat.-Sun. 10a.m.-midnight. 1528 W. Union St., Allentown, 610.432.1522, unionandfinch.com, L & D $$, RS, CC 

Wert’s Café Homemade goodness served in a friendly atmosphere. The perfect stop for lunch or dinner. Mon.Thurs. 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 11 a.m.-10 p.m. 515 N. 18th St., Allentown, 610.439.0951, wertscafe.com, L & D $, CC 

White Orchids Thai Cuisine Authentic Thai cuisine in a contemporary and relaxed dining atmosphere. Signature seafood dishes, house specialties and classic Thai entrées. New bar and lounge area. Mon.-Thurs. 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Sun. noon-9 p.m, The Promenade Shops at Saucon Valley, 2985 Center Valley Pkwy., Center Valley 610.841.7499, whiteorchidsthaicuisine.com, L & D $$, CC ) z

Yianni’s Taverna & Euro Lounge From our seafood (which is flown in from around the world), to our homemade gyros and vegetarian specialities, to our Greek honey and home-grown herbs everything is extraordinary. We keep preparation simple to keep the true integrity of the flavors at the heart of the Mediterranean diet, which is our way of life. Mon.-Thurs. 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 11:30 a.m.-11 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m.-9 p.m. 3760 Old Philadelphia Pike, Bethlehem, 610.867.8821, yiannistaverna.com, Br & L $, D $$, CC, RS 

Youell’s Oyster House “Sea to Table Since 1895.” The region’s seafood destination. Minutes from PPL Center events. Featuring Maryland crabmeat dishes, authentic paella and cioppino. Raw bar with varietal oysters, seafood towers and ceviche. Directly and sustainably sourced seafood delivered 7 days a week. Mon.-Sat. 4-10 p.m., Sun. 3-8 p.m. 2249 Walnut St., Allentown, 610.439.1203, youellsoysterhouse.com, D $$, RS, CC 

Northampton

1741 on the Terrace Casual farm-to-table menu. Exquisite view. Wine Spectator Award of Excellence winner. Sun.-Thurs. 5-9 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 5-10 p.m. 437 Main St., Bethlehem, 610.625.2219, 1741ontheterrace.com, D $$, RS, CC, 

Apollo Grill Bistro-style restaurant encouraging a grazing dining experience. We’re comfortable, friendly, sophisticated and lively. Tues.-Sat. 11 a.m-10 p.m. Bar open late. 85 W. Broad St., Bethlehem 610.865.9600, apollogrill.com, L $, D $$, LN, CC, RS  z

BeanBath Café Espresso bar in a unique area with spectacular views. Mon.-Thurs. 7 a.m.-2 p.m., Fri. 7 a.m.-3 p.m., Sat.-Sun. 7:30 a.m.-3 p.m. 2425 Plaza Ct., Bath, 484.287.2326, beanbathcafe.com, B, Br & L $, RS, CC, 

Beck’s Land and Sea House A family-owned business serving innovative cuisine since 2003. Winner of Best Seafood, Lehigh Valley Magazine 2011, 2012 and 2013. Wed.-Thurs. 4-8:30 p.m., Fri-Sat 4-9:30 p.m., Sun 3-8 p.m. 997 Bushkill Center Rd., Nazareth, 610.746.7400, beckslandseahouse.com, D $$, RS, CC,  z

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DINING GUIDE

Bethlehem Brew Works Award winning, environmentally friendly restaurant and brewery. Family owned and operated since 1998. Sun.-Sat. 11-2 a.m., kitchen open weekdays 11 a.m.11 p.m., weekends 11 a.m.-midnight. 569 Main St., Bethlehem, 610.882.1300, thebrewworks.com, Br, L, D & LN $$, RS, CC 

Black Forest Deli We pride ourselves on serving the freshest and tastiest lunch in town. Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. 745 Union Blvd. & 7th Ave. Bethlehem, 610.865.3036, bethlehemdeli.com L & D $, CC z

blue grillhouse | wine bar Prime steaks and chops, and seafood flown in daily. More than 250 wines. Mon.-Thurs. 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 11 a.m.-11 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m.-9 p.m. 4431 Easton Ave., Bethlehem. 610.691.8400, bluegrillhouse.com, Br & L $$, D $$$, RS, CC z

Bolete Restaurant & Inn Bolete is a fine dining restaurant where our care and passion for what we do is evident in each carefully and skillfully prepared dish. Tues -Thurs. 5-10 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 5-11 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m.-3 p.m 1740 Seidersville Rd., Bethlehem, 610.868.6505, boleterestaurant.com, Br & L $$, D $$$, (tavern menu also), CC, RS z

The Bookstore Speakeasy Step back in time at The Bookstore, a 1920’s speakeasy. Tues.-Sat. 5 p.m.-2 a.m. 336 Adams St. (near 4th St.), Bethlehem, 610.867.1100, thebookstorespeakeasy.com, D & LN $$, RS, CC, 

Braveheart Highland Pub Authentic Scottish pub. Great atmosphere, food and beer. Mon.-Thurs. 11:30 a.m.-midnight, Fri.-Sat. 11:30-1 a.m., Sun. 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m. 430 Main St., Hellertown, 610.838.6555, bravehearthighlandpub.com, L & D, $$, LN, CC, RS 

The Broadway Social A place where whimsy and gastronomical delights go hand in hand. Consider this the modern American gastro pub where the food is as important as the drink menu. Experience the perfect blend of a bar and a restaurant where the casual-meets-refined atmosphere welcomes both the beer drinker and the wine connoisseur. A great place for fussy eaters and foodies alike and a charming neighborhood watering hole. Tues.-Sun. 11-2 a.m. 217 Broadway, Bethlehem, 610.868.2555, thebroadwaysocial.com L, D & LN $$, RS, CC 

Buddy V’s Ristorante Featuring a twist on Italian-American favorites as well as an impressive desert selection. Sun-Thurs. 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m, Fri.-Sat. 11:30 a.m.-11 p.m. 77 Sands Blvd., Bethlehem, 484.777.7777, pasands.com L & D $$, RS, CC 

Copperhead Grille The Lehigh Valley’s premiere sports grille, offering signature homemade recipes. Mon.-Sat. 11 a.m.midnight, Sun. 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Two great locations, 5737 Rte. 378, Center Valley and 1731 Airport Rd., Allentown 610.403.4600, copperheadgrille.com B $, L & D $$, CC, RS  z

Corked Up beat/high energy Vegas-style wine bar & steak house located in downtown Bethlehem. Offering 32 wines by the glass, 24 tap beers, 1 great menu. Mon.-Thurs. 3:30-10 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 3:30 p.m.-midnight, Sun. 3:30-9 p.m. 515 Main St., Bethlehem, 610.625.9463, corkedwinebar.com, L, D & LN $$, RS, CC 

DeLorenzo’s Italian Restaurant Homestyle Italian cuisine in an elegant atmosphere. On- and off-premises catering available. Tues.-Thurs. 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Sun. noon-9 p.m. 3417 Sullivan Trl., Easton, 610.438.6026, delorenzosrestaurant.com, L & D $$, RS, CC z

DiMaio’s Italian Ristorante & Pizzeria Family-owned and operated since 1985. Serving southern Italian cuisine in a friendly and casual family atmosphere. Known for our homemade bread, chicken francaise and DiMaio’s clam sauce. Celebrating our 31st Anniversary. Daily lunch and dinner specials. Mon -Thurs. 11 a.m.-9:30 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Seasonal outdoor dining. 27 Main St., Hellertown, 610.838.8004, dimaios.net, L & D $, CC, BYOB z )(for parties over 8)

Diner 248 Fine diner-ing at its best. Handmade, fresh food, craft beer, libations and desserts. Call ahead sitting available. Sun.-Thurs. 6 a.m.-10 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 6 a.m.-11 p.m. 3701 Nazareth Rd., Easton, 610.252.4300, diner248.com, B, BR, L, D & LN $, CC 

EDGE No need to go to NYC! EDGE is the scene for fine cuisine, fab food and hip lounge. Dinner Mon.-Sat. starting at 5 p.m. 74 W. Broad St., Bethlehem, 610.814.0100, edgerestaurant.net, D $$, LN, RS, CC 

Emeril’s Chop House Enjoy distinctive culinary creations with prime meat and savor fine wine with unmatched service. Sun.-Thurs. 5-10 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 5-11 p.m. 77 Sands Blvd., Bethlehem, 877.726.3777, pasands.com, D $$$, RS, CC 

Emeril’s Fish House Featuring an amazing assortment of seafood, steaks and chops with a Creole flair. Sun-Thurs. 4-10 p.m, Fri.-Sat. 4-11 p.m. 77 Sands Blvd., Bethlehem, 484.777.7777, pasands.com D $$$, RS, CC 

Hampton Winds Enjoy leisurely gourmet dining at reasonable prices in this handsome restaurant showcasing the talents of the college’s culinary arts students. Lunch: Mon.-Fri. 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Dinner: Mon.-Fri. 5-7:30 p.m. Northampton Community College, 3835 Green Pond Rd., Bethlehem 610.861.4549, northampton.edu/campus-life-and-housing/campus-dining/ hampton-winds-restaurant.htm, L à la carte, D $35 prix fix for 5 courses, CC, BYOB, L-RS, D-RR z

Hanoverville RoadHouse Choice steaks, seafood, veal, lamb and pasta. Lunch: Mon.-Sat. 11:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Dinner: Mon.-Thurs. 4-9 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 4-10 p.m., Sun. 4-8 p.m. 5001 Hanoverville Rd., Bethlehem 610.837.1122, hanovervilleroadhouse.com, L $, D $$, CC 

Jenny’s Kuali Offering Malaysian cuisine, vegetarian entrees and noodle dishes freshly prepared in house every day. Mon.Wed. 11 a.m.-8 p.m., Thurs.-Sat., 11 a.m.-9 p.m., 102 E. 4th St., Bethlehem, 610.758.8088, jennyskuali.com $, RS, CC, BYOB 

Jumbars Great food. Great atmosphere. Everything made fresh to order. Desserts are delectable! Tues.-Fri. 8 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Sat.-Sun. 7:30 a.m.-2 p.m. 1342 Chelsea Ave., Bethlehem 610.866.1660, jumbars.com, B & L $$, CC,  BYOB

Keystone Pub Demand better beer! Call ahead seating. Sun.-Thurs. 11–1 a.m., Fri.-Sat. 11-2 a.m. 1410 Grape St., Whitehall, 610.434.7600, 3259 Easton Ave., Bethlehem, 610.814.0400, keystonepub.com, L, D, & LN $, CC   

Leaf Restaurant & Cigar Bar Global fusion cuisine on the finer side of casual. Fresh, local and sustainable menu. Full bar with over 90 craft beer selections. Sun., Tues. & Wed. 11:30 a.m.10 p.m., Thurs.-Sat. 11:30 a.m.-midnight. 90 Mort Dr., Easton, 610.559.1336, leafcigarbar.com, L, D, $$, CC, RS, 

The Market Gourmet Express All of your favorites in one place. Nathan’s hot dogs, burgers, pizza, salad, sushi, ice cream and coffee. Open 7 days a week. Hours differ per restaurant. 77 Sands Blvd., Bethlehem, 877.726.3777, pasands. com L, D & LN $, CC 

Maxim’s 22 Maxim’s 22 bistro and brasserie is the latest from the award winning Sette Luna team. Known for comfortable french fare in a casual setting. Tues.-Thurs. 5-9:30 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 11:30 a.m.-midnight, Sun. 10 a.m.-9:00 p.m. 322 Northampton St., Easton, 610.252.2622, maxims22.com, Br, L, D, LN, $$-$$$, CC, RS, 

McCarthy’s Restaurant & Red Stag Pub and Whiskey Bar The taste of Ireland and the British Isles behind Donegal Square right off Main Street. Mon.-Tues. 10 a.m-4 p.m., Wed.-Sun. 10 a.m-10 p.m. 534 Main St., Bethlehem, 610.861.7631, redstagpub.com, B, L, D & LN $, RS, CC 

The Melting Pot Four course dining experience. Whether it’s a date night, ladies’ night, or a large party, play with your food and dip into something different. Mon.-Thurs. 5-10 p.m., Fri. 5-11 p.m., Sat. 4-11 p.m., Sun. 4-9 p.m.1 E. Broad St., Suite 100, Bethlehem 484.241.4939, themeltingpot.com D $$$, CC, RS    z

Miguel’s of Belfast, Restaurant & Lounge A European Spanish, Italian and American restaurant which features dishes with an emphasis on home cooking and fresh local ingredients. Tues. 4-9 p.m., Wed.-Thurs. noon-9 p.m., Fri. noon-10 p.m., Sat. 2-10 p.m., Sun. 2-9 p.m. 5881 Sullivan Trail, Belfast, 610.746.4225, facebook.com/miguelsbelfast, L, D & LN $$, CC 

DINING GUIDE

The Mint Gastropub An experience without counterfeit. Specializing in contemporary comfort foods, American craft beers, unique spirits, cocktails and wines. Mon.-Sat. 4:30-11 p.m. 1223 W. Broad St., Bethlehem, 610.419.3810, bethlehemmint.com, L $, D & LN $$, RS, CC  

Mitzi’s Table Retro dining—all day brunch—classic comfort food kicked up with regional & ethnic specialties. Wed.-Fri. 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Sat-Sun 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. 3650 Linden St., Bethlehem, 610.730.1670, mitzistable.com, B, Br & L $, CC, BYOB 

Molinari’s Authentic Italian food—simple, fresh, flavorful. Indulge in freshly made pasta, pizza in the Neapolitan style, gelato and sorbetto made on premises, and Italian wines and craft beers. Mon.-Wed. 5-9 p.m., Thurs.-Sat. 5-10 p.m. 322 E. 3rd St., Bethlehem, 610.625.9222, molinarimangia.com, D $$, CC  

Newburg Inn Grill House & Bar This quaint 1750 inn houses a traditional American eatery-bar with rustic décor and original elements. Tues.– Fri. 11:30 a.m.–9 p.m., Sat. 4–9 p.m., Sun. Noon–8 p.m. 4357 Newburg Rd., Nazareth, 610.759.8528, newburggrillhouse.com, B, L, D, & Br $$, CC, z

Ocean With an eclectic, diverse menu and a New York restaurant and lounge feel, Ocean is the place to experience before a State show or for a romantic dinner in Easton’s growing new restaurant scene. Tues.-Thurs. 5-10 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 5 p.m.-midnight. 235 Ferry St , Easton 610.559.7211, ocean235.com, D $$ & LN, CC, RS, RS z

Nonna Lia Home cooked Italian dishes and the Best pizza in the Valley. Mon. 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Tues.-Sat. 10:30 a.m.9:30 p.m. 4011 William Penn Hwy. Easton 610 258 5800, nonnaliaristorante.com, L & D $, CC, BYOB 

Pearly Baker’s Great food, casual fine dining, long marble bar, historic setting, unpretentious, attentive staff, classic ambiance. Sun.-Sat. 11:30-2 a.m., 11 Centre Square, Easton 610.253.9949, pearlybakers.net, L $, D $$$, CC, RS  z

Porters’ Pub & Restaurant Porters’ Pub & Restaurant has been a landmark in downtown Easton for more than 20 years. Our food is definitely a cut above standard pub fare and moderately priced. More than 80 micros and imports. Open 7 days from 11-2 a.m. serving lunch, dinner and Sunday champagne brunch. Live music every Thurs., Fri., and Sat. 700 Northampton St., Easton 610.250.6561, porterspubeaston.com, L $, D $$, CC, RS  z

Prime Steak House Serving Premium Black Angus steaks, fresh seafood, chicken and pasta. Extended wine list. Sun.Thurs. 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 11 a.m.-11 p.m. 325 Stoke Park Rd., Bethlehem, 610.882.4070, primestkhouse.com, L & D $$, CC, RS z

River Grille Lunch: Mon.-Sat. 11:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Dinner: Mon.Thurs. 4-10 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 4-11 p.m. 243 Northampton St., Easton 610.923.5110, therivergrille.com, L $, D $$, CC, RS 

Sette Luna Rustic Italian featuring wood oven pizza, homemade pasta, alfresco dining. The enoteca boasts the Valley’s most extensive wine and beer list. Private wine cellar and live jazz every weekend. Mon.-Thurs. 11:30-9:30 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 11:30 a.m.-10:30 p.m. Sun. 10:30 a.m.-9:00 p.m., 219 Ferry St., Easton, 610.253.8888, setteluna.com, Br, L & D $$, CC  z

Social Still Craft distillery, tasting room, tours, bar and American style tapas restaurant. Tues.–Thurs. 4–10 p.m., Fri. 4–11 p.m., Sat. Noon–11 p.m. 610.625.4585 socialstill.com, Br, L & D $$, RS, CC 

Steelworks Buffet & Grill 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, sushi, fresh-carved meats, and more. Sun.-Sat. 6-2 a.m. 77 Sands Blvd., Bethlehem, 610.419.5555, villaenterprises.com B, L, & D $$ , CC 

Stefano’s Italian Restaurant “Traditional Italian Taste, Modern Italian Flair” Family owned and operated in the Lehigh Valley for over 26 years. Take-Out, Dine-In, Lounge and Banquet Facilities Available. Mon. 4-9 p.m., Tues.-Thurs. and Sun. 11

a.m.-10 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 11 a.m.-11 p.m. 2970 Linden St., Bethlehem 610.867.7775, Fax: 610 866 6081 stefanosrest.com, L & D $, CC ) z

Stefano’s Sicilian Grille Italian restaurant with a Sicilian flair. Family-oriented with a casual attitude. Tues.-Thurs. 4-10 p.m., Fri.-Sat. noon-11 p.m., Sun. noon-9 p.m., Mon. 4-9 p.m. (no pizza). 5364 Nor Bath Blvd. (Rte. 329), Northampton, 610.262.8760, stefanossiciliangrille.com, L & D $-$$, RS, CC 

Tap Room Vintage 1920’s atmosphere overlooking historic Main Street. Award winning restaurant. Live Jazz every Thurs. & Sun.-Sat 6 a.m.-10 p.m. 437 Main St., Bethlehem, 610.625.2219, hotelbethlehem.com B, L, D, Br, & LN $$, RS, CC,  

Thai Thai II Tues.-Thurs. 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m., Sun. 1:30-8:45 p.m. 509 Main St., Bethlehem, 610.868.1919, facebook.com/thaithaiII, L & D $$, RS, CC, BYOB z

True Blue Mediterranean Café Mediterranean cuisine, fresh, vegan, vegetarian. Belly dancer, opera singer, café, clean, reasonable and centrally located. Tues.-Sat. noon-9 p.m. 81 W. Broad St., Bethlehem, 610.866.3901, yourtrueblue.com, L $, D $, CC, RS, BYOB z

Twisted Olive A casual bistro style restaurant with a world twist. Mon. 4-10 p.m., Tues.-Sat. 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m. 51 W. Broad St., Bethlehem, twistedolivebethlehem.com, 610.419.1200, L & D $$, RS, CC 

The View at Morgan Hill Panoramic views of the Lehigh Valley, outside deck and bar, dining room and new banquet room, which holds parties up to 165 guests. Mon.–Thurs. 11 a.m.–10 p.m., Fri.–Sat. 11 a.m.–11 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m.–10 p.m. 100 Clubhouse Dr., Easton 610.923.8480, morganhillgc.com, B, L & D, $$, CC, RS,  

The Vineyard Restaurant The Lehigh Valley’s best kept secret. Fresh Italian food made in house everyday. Sun. 4-10 p.m., Tues.-Thurs. 4-10 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 4-11 p.m. 605 Fiot St., Bethlehem, 610.867.2441, thevineyardrestaurant.net, D $$, CC, RS  z

Weaversville Inn/Jessica’s Tearoom Historic country inn offering American cuisine for dinner. Victorian tearoom and lunch by day. Tues. 11 a.m.-4 p.m.. Wed.-Thurs. 11 a.m.-8 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Sun 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 6916 Weaversville Rd., Northampton 610.502.9881, L & D $$, RS, CC z

The Widow’s Tavern and Grille Casual dining with an upscale feel. American cuisine with an Asian flair to please any palate. Beautiful, friendly and comfortable atmosphere. Entertainment every Wed. starting at 7 p.m., and Sat. starting at 9 p.m. Mon.-Sat. 11:30 a.m.-11 p.m., Sun. 11:30 a.m.-8 p.m. 200 Main St., Stockertown, 610.365.8890, widowstavern.com, L & D $$, RS, CC z

Warren, NJ

Delahanty’s A sports-themed pub offering great food and featuring outdoor dining overlooking the Delaware River and Easton skyline. Tues.-Thurs. 11:30 a.m.-midnight, Fri.-Sat. 11:30-2 a.m., Sun. 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m. 62 S. Main St., Phillipsburg, NJ, 908.213.3500, delahantys.com, L & D $, RS, CC 

Thyme Restaurant and Bar Classic, hip, French-inspired, destination-quality restaurant offering upscale dining with indoor and outdoor seating and majestic views of the Skyland Mountains. Sun.-Sat. 11 a.m.-9 p.m. 700 Strykers Rd., Lopatcong, NJ 908.213.3080, thearchitectsclub.com, L & D $$ , RS, CC  z

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Sour CaipirinhaCherry Centro

BY KRISTEN RINALDI | PHOTO BY COLIN COLEMAN

This month, experience Brazil, without actually going to Brazil, via Centro’s Sour Cherry Caipirinha— pronounced caa-purr-een-ha. The Caipirinha is regarded as Brazil’s national cocktail, using one of the country’s most popular spirits cachaça, and making it the perfect summer cocktail.

Josh Palmer—longtime owner of Sette Luna and Maxim’s 22—recently acquired Centro, expanding his restaurant reign beyond Easton. He describes cachaça as being similar to rum but, instead of being made from molasses and refined sugar, it is made from raw sugar cane, giving the cocktail its “raw edge.”

530 W. Hamilton St., Allentown 610.841.4016 | centroallentown.com

Muddled with sugar and lime, Centro adds its own twist by incorporating sour cherry. Locally sourced from Scholl and Grim’s Orchards, the cherries are cooked down with Lambic beer and white pepper corn, creating a purée that’s then added to the drink. Finally, the cocktail is topped with a splash of club soda.

When asked what the drink should be paired with, Palmer responds, “A warm summer patio.”

THURSDAY JuLY 13th 6-9 P.M. sands bethlehem event center Tickets: $35 bestofTHElehighvalley.com &

Taste

Food & drink samplings from 2017 “Best Of” winners including: Bell Hall • Blondies Cupcakes • blue grillhouse • Copperhead Grille

Fegley’s Brew Works • Full of Crepe • Keystone Pub & Grill

Lehigh Pizza • Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt • Northampton Community College Simply Smooth • Tapas on Main • The Joint • Yocco’s

Indulge

In sweet treats from the Lolli and Pops Candy Bar

Enjoy

Pampering stations by beautyblender® , live music from the Tim Harakal duo, photo opportunities & more!

21+ event | Summer cocktail attire preferred