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Woodbridge Circle

This brick & cedar home is located on a cul-de-sac in a desirable Bethlehem neighborhood. With over 3,800 sq.ft, the home offers a stylish & flexible multi-level living space, including a sunroom and covered porch. 5 BRs, 3.5 baths. $585,000

14+ Acres in Upper Bucks

Winding roads lead to the rolling hills of Durham Twp. Enjoy extensive mountain and farm views, just moments to the Delaware River & its scenic river towns. Open land is suited for equine pursuits, or a home with a walkout basement. $250,000

River Ridge Farm

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

Premier Building Lots

Wide curving roads lead to 2 cul-de-sacs in this enclave. Expansive lots, from 2 to 6 acres, have been created to provide room for sprawling landscapes and extraordinary homes by top custom home builder, Myron R. Haydt. Starting at $300,000

Country Colonial

Classic design & a timeless floor plan are the hallmarks of this stone and vinyl colonial in Haycock Township. Set on 4 acres with over 3,700 sq.ft. of living space, the location is near essential commuter routes. 4 BRs, 3.5 baths. $699,000

Hillswept

Nestled on a hillside in Saddle Ridge, this custom home befits the elegance of its spectacular location in Saucon Valley. Heavy moldings, oak floors, and a lofted library are a few highlights of the home. 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths. $985,000

Deer Run Road

Situated on 1.84 acres, this lovely home features a curved staircase, marble floors, oversized windows, & quartz and granite countertops. The finished lower level features an entertainment room and wine cellar. 4 BRs, 4.5+ baths. $895,000

Melrose Lane

Red oak hardwood flooring, spacious rooms, and extraordinary craftsmanship. This European-style home is in the planning stages.

Myron Haydt Development, Inc. will work with homeowners to create their dream home. 4 BRs, 4.5 baths, $1,889,000

Mountainside Views

Resting on 2+ majestic acres in the hills of Blue Mountain, the one of a kind contemporary residence is a stunning blend of beauty and function with captivating views of the lush Pennsylvania countryside. 5 BRs, finished LL, 7,640 sq.ft. $699,000

Cross Creek Farm

A modest 1830s log home on 47 acres that has evolved into a captivating residence. Grounds include, putting green, guest studio & detached 3-car garage w/ workshop & run-in sheds.

Close to LV destinations & Delaware River towns. $1,250,000

Seasons View

Blending original details & modern amenities, the beautifully converted bank barn features high ceilings & oak floors with 3 levels of living space abundant with natural light. Resting on 3+ acres, minutes from the NJ border. 3 BRs. $625,000

Old World Villa

A blend of 19th century touches & modern luxuries, this sophisticated home is a country retreat you will cherish. Limestone and pine floors throughout, & an AGA range & farmhouse sink in the large eat-in kitchen. 4 BRs, 5.5 baths. $1,065,000

CONTENTS

PHOTO BY ALISON CONKLIN

Get your taco fix to-go at Mi Pueblito, pg. 32

January 10 SOCIAL SOUND OFF Reader Results

13 TRENDING NOW

News, Notes & Quotes

18 GET THE GOODS

Ebert Furniture Gallery

21 INSIGHT

Mandy Marquardt

28 COMFORT FOODS

17 Ways to Satisfy Your Cozy Cravings

38 DINING GUIDE

Where to Go to Please Your Palate

40 DRINK THIS

Spiked Hot Chocolate

41 LEHIGH VALLEY STYLE WEDDINGS 2021

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FUN FACT: Kristen’s cousin, Trent, and his longtime girlfriend, Sienna, were the models in our micro-wedding inspiration feature.

2021

The year 2020 is one that most of us are eager to put behind us. But as we head into 2021, we could all still probably use a little more comforting.

Food, to be exact. As you stay cozied up at home this winter, know that you can depend on our list of 17 local comfort foods that will keep you feeling warm and snug. Ramen, milk rolls, lobster bisque and grilled cheese are just the beginning of this delicious list on pg. 28.

It could also be argued that the year 2020 was a bad one for nuptials. The industry took a major beating, and wedding bells stopped ringing for couples all across the country as they grappled with postponing, rescheduling and canceling the happiest day of their lives. At the same time, we saw so many couples proving that love itself

could not be canceled, as they pivoted their plans and opted for microweddings with their absolute nearest and dearest. So when it came time to work on our annual Lehigh Valley Style Weddings edition, this inspired us to focus on the magic of micro-weddings. We enlisted the expertise of our creative friends Alison Conklin and Sarah Petryk, who have devoted their lives to celebrating beautiful weddings—Sarah through her next-level floral stylings and Alison through her coveted photography. Together, they dreamt up the most enchanting photoshoot, on pg. 68, and are sharing why they think micro-weddings may have more pros than cons. (Hint: It’s all in the details!)

And if that’s not enough goodness and love to kick off 2021 for you, turn to pg. 50 and check out how six couples tied the knot in the Lehigh Valley this year. Their engagement stories alone are sure to give you all the feels!

Cheers,

KRISTEN L. RINALDI krinaldi@lehighvalleystyle.com lvstylekristen

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President/CEO Paul Prass

COMFORT FOOD

Vice President/COO Lisa Prass

Grilled cheese. With soup.

Hands down.

I recently rediscovered the warming comfort of mac and cheese mixed with tuna and tomatoes­— just like my mom used to make for me growing up!

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Publisher Pamela Deller Editor Kristen Rinaldi Art Director Elaine Wyborski Director of Creative Services Erica Montes Graphic Designer Thomas Körp

It’s never not pasta for me.

Savoury and starchy—think classic diner breakfast fare like butter-soaked pancakes with a side of crispy bacon, sunny-side eggs with a dash of pepper plus a bottomless cup of strong black coffee to help greet the day.

Advertising Executives Kellie Bartholomew, Denise Lichty, Ronell Martz, Pam Taylor Marketing & Events Manager Kelli Hertzog

Comfort food to me is something rich and decadent that feels good to eat—my favorite local comfort food is The Bayou Mac and Cheese!

Web Design Specialist Taylor Van Kooten Contributing Writers Alison Conklin, Carrie Havranek, Morgan Kornfeind, Amy Unger

A really good soup in the winter with lots of veggies and lentils; good grounding stuff. A crusty loaf of bread sliced, toasted and loaded with avocado, salt and pepper and a drizzle of good extra virgin olive oil. A warm bowl of oatmeal with flax, apples and maple syrup.

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Luxuriously-appointed carriage home located adjacent to the cross country trails of the scenic Lehigh University Athletic Fields.

Featuring an open floor plan, 1st & 2nd floor master suites, home office & gym. 3 bedrooms, 3 full/ 1 half bath. $725,000

Luxurious nearly brand-new home on lush grounds, in a unique European-style setting across from Saucon Valley Country Club & Saucon Rail Trail. Condominium ownership, 4 bedrooms, 3 full/1 half bath, 2 offices. $1,195,000

The magnificent Shady Nook Farm offers 118 private acres and is convenient to major highways.

Pool, in-home theater, private guest house and large barn, perfect for horses or the hobbyist.

5 bedrooms, 5 full/2 half baths. $2,295,000

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This beautiful 19+ acre lot has undergone preliminary engineering for a 3- or 4-lot subdivision, or create an enviable estate home or gentlemen’s farm with plenty of land for grazing. Just minutes from major commuter routes.

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Stunning views of the Delaware River. Easy commute to NYC & NJ. Full time or weekends. Inground pool, tennis court, barn.

Large building with 2nd floor loft for cars and yoga/art studio.

4 bedrooms, 3 full baths, 135 acres. $2,500,000

Springwood’s resort-like environment provides the ultimate relaxation or entertainment haven.

Top of the line amenities, pool, spa, 2 waterfalls, 5 car garage, 5-hole putting green. 4.6 acres, 4 bedrooms, 5 full/1 half bath. $1,799,000

Experience this sensational, nearly 4000 sqft sprawling ranch home situated on beautifully landscaped lawns and gardens, overlooking the 6th hole of the Lehigh Country Club.

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Growing up in a military family, Dr. Mark Erickson learned from a young age the impact that travel and new cultures had on his perception of the world. He would take these early lessons with him throughout his entire career. “I grew up during the civil rights movement of the late ’60s, which has had a profound effect on my commitment to issues of diversity, equity and inclusion,” says Erickson.

During his undergraduate years, Erickson enrolled at Princeton University, later graduating with a 4.0 GPA. “My time at Princeton was all about pushing my own boundaries, exposing me to new possibilities, stretching my thinking and learning how to learn,” says Erickson. It was during his time at Princeton that Erickson met his mentor, assistant dean of students Carl Wartenburg, who would have a profound impact on his career. “He literally changed my life,” says Erickson. “I thought ‘Gosh, I want to do what he does. He’s making an impact on people’s lives.’

So that is what started me down the road to higher education.”

After receiving his master’s in education from Harvard University, Erickson spent his career growing in his field, starting as a residence hall director at Framingham State College, becoming the assistant dean of students at the University of South Carolina and later spending 22 years

working six different positions at Lehigh University before becoming president of Wittenberg University. “I have never really looked back,” says Erickson. “I have had the good fortune of spending pretty much my entire career— spanning several decades, in academia, on both the public and private sides—working in nearly every sector of higher education.”

Erickson, who has now spent the last eight and a half years of his life as president of Northampton Community College, understands the innovative and impactful education that a community college has to offer. “Community colleges are truly at the nexus of higher education,” he says. “And what community colleges do best—providing educational access, fostering entrepreneurship and stimulating economic development—is exactly where a large part of the discussion about higher education is focused right now, especially as we begin to think about a post-pandemic world.”

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Gallery Feel at home as you furnish your dream home at Ebert Furniture Gallery in Allentown.

Owner Greg Ebert promises endless combinations that are sure to delight and inspire!

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GREG EBERT

Owner

The majority of the paintings in the showroom are hand painted by fine artist Roey Ebert.

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Tell us about what initially inspired you to open Ebert Furniture Gallery.

After spending a decade working in the home furnishings industry, I felt there was a need for a store that provided a higher level of goods and services but that was also a value. On one end, the Lehigh Valley consumer had to choose from low-quality imports at the big-box stores as well as established furniture stores that had traded down to compete with the big boxes. On the other end, the consumer had small interior design shops with overpriced products that also lacked the capacity to deliver and service those products.

We combined high-quality, American-made furniture with full-service in-house delivery and interior design.

What’s the overall vibe at the showroom like? Describe the shopping experience!

Our customers tell us the experience is the most enjoyable furniture shopping they have ever had! They describe it as stress-free with as much or as little help as they need. We want our customers to feel at home the minute they walk through the door. We give them plenty of room to browse but are always available to answer product and design questions. The vibe is an old-school full-service store with updated styles and products to accommodate tastes from traditional to modern.

Tell us about the variety of furniture, rugs, accents and art available.

All of our products are available in hundreds of combinations allowing you to get exactly what you want. Our fabric and leather seating is available in hundreds of different colors and patterns as well as styles, sizes and levels of seating firmness. Our solid wood dining, bedroom and occasional pieces are available in multiple finishes, styles and sizes. We have a wide variety of rugs in multiple styles and sizes. The majority of our artwork is hand painted by my talented wife, Roey. Roey works in a variety of mediums including

oil, acrylic and watercolor. She has developed a strong following throughout the Lehigh Valley and her original pieces help to further set our showroom apart from the chains.

Talk about the design services offered! How much personalization and customization is available?

The majority of our interior design service is provided by Carolyn Crew, who has been our principal designer since we opened in 2004. Carolyn has a design degree from Drexel University as well as over 25 years’ experience in the design field. We offer full-service interior design and color consultation complete with floor plans. The design service is offered on location in your home or business as well as in our showroom. This service is fully customizable to achieve the goals of how you wish to utilize the space where

you live or work! The customization is virtually unlimited and we offer reupholstering and refinishing as well.

Where can locals find your work in and around the Lehigh Valley?

In addition to thousands of private residences and offices, you can find Ebert Furniture in some of your favorite Lehigh Valley haunts. We have furnished the rooms, lobbies, conference centers and restaurants of the Historic Hotel Bethlehem since 2008. Most recently you can find our furnishings in the newly renovated Inn at Skytop Lodge in the Poconos. We are featured in some of the Lehigh Valley’s finest restaurants, including our neighbor Grille 3501 and their sister restaurant, Zest Bar and Grille in Bethlehem. One of the most fun and unique locations to find Ebert Furniture is in a majority of the luxury suites and common areas at Coca-Cola Park for the Lehigh Valley IronPigs!

How has your business had to pivot and adjust during the pandemic?

We have enhanced cleaning protocols, mandated mask wearing and social distancing is always practiced. Other than the safety measures, we didn’t

change the way we do business.

After weathering the mandated three-month shutdown, we reopened the showroom for in-person shopping as well as offering after-hours appointments for those high-risk customers.

What are you looking forward to this winter?

My wife and I are looking forward to spending the holidays with our six kids as they all head home for their school breaks. I’m also looking forward to seeing our longtime repeat customers who have become friends as they head back out after the quarantine.

I always enjoy meeting new people who venture into the store for the first time and learning about them. The interaction with customers is my favorite part of the business and what I missed most during the COVID shutdown. We have been blessed with terrific customers over the years and those relationships are what keep this business interesting and fun. I could not imagine doing anything else and look forward to serving the Lehigh Valley and beyond for many years to come!

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Mandy Marquardt TRACK SPRINT CYCLIST Idleness has never come easy for professional cyclist Mandy Marquardt. Like so many others across the globe, she’s had to adapt to a new normal that was necessitated by the relentless onslaught of the coronavirus pandemic. In her case, that’s meant more time hunkered down on her bike at home in Upper Macungie, and less time traveling from one elite competition to the next. “It’s the first time I’ve been home in six years,” she says. With top-tier races on hold indefinitely, she’s keeping her focus on training as vigorously as she can under social distancing conditions.

Of course, Marquardt, a track sprint cyclist who’s an 18-time U.S. National Champion, a three-time American record holder and an Olympic hopeful for the (now 2021) Tokyo Games, has dealt with speed bumps before—and not just in the literal sense. She was 16 years old when she received an unexpected and life-altering diagnosis while undergoing routine testing and bloodwork. “The tests showed I had elevated blood sugar levels,” she explains. Marquardt can

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still recall her initial reaction upon being told she had type 1 diabetes: “How do I have diabetes? I’m an athlete.” That was followed by a mix of frustration and uncertainty about what would come next. “I met a doctor who told me I’d never be able to compete in a high level in my sport,” she says. “I thought it was the end for me.”

By that time, Marquardt was already several years into a promising cycling career. Born in Mannheim, Germany, in 1991, Marquardt moved with her mother and father to Plantation, Florida, when she was six years old. Her parents were both athletic and encouraged Marquardt to be active. Early on, she tried swimming and tennis—she even toyed with the idea of seeking out a professional career in the latter. Cycling was nothing more than a minor blip on her radar until she decided she wanted to up her pedaling prowess to compete in a triathlon around the age of 11. Suddenly, the young athlete had found a new niche. “I kind of left everything else behind,” she says.

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“It’s definitely possible to live a normal life,” she says. “You just have to manage the condition.”

Luckily, she wouldn’t have to travel far to hone her craft; the Brian Piccolo Park Velodrome was near her family’s home in Florida, and it was there that training for Marquardt’s competitive career began. In 2003, she competed at the U.S. Junior Women’s 10–12 Road National Championships and took home two gold medals (criterium and time trial) and a silver (road race). Four years later, Marquardt moved back to Germany to live with her father. She continued to compete in endurance road and track cycling events.

It was while she was living in Germany that she was told she had type 1 diabetes; postdiagnosis, Marquardt had to rethink her entire routine, both off and on her bike. “It was so tough. I would go through denial periods,” she says. “It makes you grow up quickly.”

Type 1 diabetes is a condition in which the pancreas produces little or no insulin, which is a hormone needed to help blood sugar enter the body’s cells, where it can be used for energy. Without insulin, blood sugar can’t get into those cells and instead builds up in the bloodstream. According to

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the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, type 1 diabetes is much less common than type 2; about 5–10 percent of people with diabetes have type 1. It’s a chronic condition, and there’s no cure. It can only be managed by lifestyle changes. “It was a lot of trial and error,” says Marquardt, of her initial struggle to balance her new medical needs with a demanding training schedule. And that’s because, she explains, it’s not just about what you eat and drink. So many outside factors can impact blood sugar levels, such as physical exertion, time zone changes and sleep schedules; all things a busy, on-the-go athlete must contend with on a regular basis.

Marquardt credits her doctors and her parents with helping to get her through some of the rough patches. And she had the benefit of adding another support system in 2010, when she found her tribe in the cycling world: Team Novo Nordisk is the first professional cycling team made up entirely of riders living with type 1 diabetes. “It was incredible when I first met them,” says Marquardt. “It was like, ‘Oh my God, I’m not alone. There are so many other people.’” The team aims to educate and inspire others living with type 1 diabetes, which is a cause that resonates deeply with Marquardt. “It’s definitely possible to live a normal life,” she says. “You just have to manage the condition.”

The Lehigh Valley chapter of Marquardt’s life began in earnest in 2010, when she enrolled at Penn State Lehigh Valley. Marquardt had spent time in the region previously for competitions at the Valley Preferred Cycling Center in Trexlertown. She says she always found it appealing; parts of it reminded her of Germany. She raced collegiately for Penn State Lehigh Valley and began working with coach Andrew Harris of Edge Cycling, who helped her arrive at the decision to make the transition from endurance to sprint cycling.

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shorter events,” she says. “After some testing, Coach Andrew identified that my strength and capabilities were better suited for sprint.”

Marquardt says after graduating from Penn State in 2014, the decision to stick around the Lehigh Valley was an easy one. “Why am I going to leave? I have a coach; I have a team.”

She also had a special someone in her life: her now-fiancé, Jamie Alvord, a former pro cyclist himself who still rides recreationally and helps Marquardt train, and training is something she does a lot of, pandemic or not.

“It’s pretty much year-round,” she says. She’s at it six days a week, for up to 35 hours, and then there are recovery/maintenance must-haves like massages, physical therapy, sports psychology and chiropractor visits that also must be made a priority. “Everything I do revolves around my sport. It’s hard to do anything else,” Marquardt says. But the nose-to-the-grindstone approach is paying off—beyond her achievements on the track, she’s snagged sponsorships with Factory in Bethlehem, Texas-based Mammoth Creameries (a keto-friendly ice cream brand co-founded by a man with type 1 diabetes) and nutritional supplement company Klean Athlete, just to name a few.

“Keep following your passion.

Find what motivates you, what drives you.”

She does still find time, though, to share her inspiring story of perseverance with others. In June of 2020, it was announced that Marquardt was partnering with St. Luke’s University Health Network to help promote diabetes awareness, women’s sport and a healthy, active fit lifestyle. As a St. Luke’s Sports Ambassador, she has a voice in the local diabetes community, and she intends to use it. “I think it’s important to be that example and show them that it’s nothing to be ashamed about,” she says. “Keep following your passion. Find what motivates you, what drives you.” And then she borrows a line from Team Novo Nordisk CEO and co-founder Phil Southerland: “Diabetes only chooses the champions.” mandymarquardt.com

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They strive to serve local, organic and non-GMO. Good nutrition is always important, but during these times, it’s even more important because a diet of nutritious foods helps support a strong immune system. The café and juice bar’s menu is filled with healthful options for different dietary preferences. They specialize in raw and organic cold-pressed juice made in-house in small batches.

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Insurance Agents & Agencies Life is full of surprises of all shapes and sizes, so why leave anything to chance? Fortunately, the Lehigh Valley is home to a number of insurance professionals who are dedicated to helping individuals and businesses alike get the coverage they need to protect their loved ones, safeguard their investments and control their costs. Read on to learn more about how they can help you do the same.

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An in-house team of underwriting specialists is key to uncovering savings and provides Equinox with a unique set of capabilities that most benefits consultants outsource. Through innovative cost-containment strategies, the team has identified ways for companies to save substantially in high-cost areas of their plans. Whether an organization is fully insured and considering a self-funded model, or self-funded and not realizing savings, Equinox offers a no-cost review that can help guide decision-making by exploring opportunities for savings.

Equinox supports all types of health benefits plan designs and funding levels by evaluating an employer’s needs, providing education about options, and creating a custom plan. With a full range of member engagement strategies, ancillary services, HR technology and COBRA and Spending Accounts Administration options, Equinox strives to help employers find the solutions that fit best for them and their employees.

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Hiring the Valley’s Best & Brightest Since the implementation of the Affordable Care Act (ACA or Obamacare), individual health insurance has been a hot-button and complex issue.

Rules and regulations fluctuate drastically in light of political changes. Luckily, Ideal Concepts, Inc., took on the challenges of the ACA and has thrived in an industry many find too complicated and difficult to navigate.

Ideal Concepts has become a national name in the individual insurance sales industry by working with 100-plus health, life and Medicare insurance carriers in all 50 states. Born, bred and burgeoning in the Lehigh Valley, the award-winning insurance sales technology and marketing company has its focus on the future.

The Allentown-based company provides health insurance carriers of all sizes—including all Valley carriers—with access to thousands of agents and hundreds of thousands of clients. “Our purpose is to streamline the insurance sales process for everyone: carriers, agents and clients,” says Ideal Concepts President John Pequeno. “Health

insurance has gotten more convoluted, but it doesn’t have to be. We partner with top carriers to provide our agents with the best products to market to their clients.”

Streamlining the insurance sales process requires innovative sales technology, built by the company’s in-house tech team of about 30 engineers with experience ranging from just graduated to decades of knowledge. The sales management team has grown to 45 members to offer top support to 2,500-plus elite sales agents across the country. In addition, teams like Agent Recruiting, Compliance and Administrative Support keep the company running like a well-oiled machine.

2020 was a huge growth year for Ideal Concepts, but they are not done expanding yet. With 200 employees on staff, the Recruiting team has set lofty goals for the coming year. “We’re looking for marketers, sales managers, finance managers, HR staff, product managers, engineers and all administrative positions,” says Eric Thomas, Ideal

Concepts’ Recruiting Director. The hope is to hire for all these positions in 2021.

In addition to their focus on the company mission—“To provide flawless solutions with remarkable service to every client”—Ideal Concepts also supports the local community. For six years, the company has partnered with several children’s charities to provide holiday gifts to disadvantaged children. They also award an annual scholarship to a deserving local youth and support other nonprofits throughout the year.

For those interested in joining an elite team of professionals, check out their list of open positions at idealconcepts.com/careers.

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Ways to Satisfy Your Cozy Cravings

BY CARRIE HAVR ANEK | PHOTOGR APHY BY ALISON CONKLIN

The draw of comfort food is always strong in cold weather, and even stronger lately given the state of affairs. It’s OK to eat your feelings sometimes.

Honest. And no matter what your appetite, somewhere within a short drive of your home, you’re likely to be able to satisfy that craving.

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CHICK EN POT PIE Dan’s Bar-B-Qued Chicken at the Allentown Fairgrounds Farmers Market makes their chicken pot pie right on the premises, so it’s as fresh as can be and they come in large and small sizes, depending on the crowd you need to feed.

As far as chicken goes, Dan’s has been serving up rotisserie chicken, wings and ribs since 1955, so you know it’s going to be delicious.

DAN’S BAR-B-QUED CHICKEN | 1825 W. CHE W ST., ALLENTOWN 610.432.8425 | ALLENTOWNFARMERSMARKE T.COM

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It’s an indisputable fact that lasagna is comfort food. It’s also an indisputable fact that the homemade fare at DiMaio’s will never leave you hungry. The lasagna is just layers of tomato, mozzarella and ricotta cheese in a savory meat sauce. Lasagna is a lot of work; order theirs instead!

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Depending on which Bayou location you frequent, you’ll get a sweet or savory rendition of chicken and waffles, whether that’s at dinner or brunch. In Easton, it’s served on the sweet side, with honey butter and pickled fruit, and in Bethlehem, with plain butter and pickled fruit. Either way, you get a bourbon maple syrup, so you can’t lose.

THE BAYOU | 64 CENTRE SQ ., E ASTON | 610.829.1700 702 HAW THORNE RD., BE THLEHEM | 610.419.6669 | DATBAYOULV.COM

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BURNT ENDS There’s something satisfying about the burny bits of anything you cook— it’s where all the savory goodness gets concentrated. That’s also true for the point, or end of the smoked beef brisket: it’s where all the best things about smoky barbecue flavor and texture are concentrated. Point Phillips does a brisk business in the burnt ends of brisket; they’re offered every Thursday, with two sides, and often sell out. You’ve been warned!

Photo by Colin Coleman

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CRAB FRIES Sure, you can order their French fries, but if you can order the Market fries, please do. They’re just the right consistency, freshly cut and topped with an amazing crab aioli with herbs and Old Bay and crab. Not a visit to 3rd and Ferry goes by without ordering them.

3 R D AND FERRY FISH MARKE T 56 S. 3 R D ST., E ASTON 610.829.1404 | THIRDANDFERRY.COM

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When chef Jeremy Bialker put peanut butter on a burger around the time Two Rivers Brewing Company first opened, it raised eyebrows. And now it’s an award-winning signature item. Locals can’t get enough of the Peanut Butter Bacon Cheddar Burger—maybe it’s the way the peanut butter offers another dimension of umami along with the beef and smoky bacon, contrasting the pickled red onions and chili gastrique.

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PIZZA You ought to be able to have pizza at your favorite beer joint, and the Tavern on Liberty offers a notch above what you’d expect, on both counts. The 10-inch gourmet Fresca personal pizza is on point: Roma tomatoes, basil and asiago, mozzarella cheeses. Thin enough, with a crispy crust.

TAVERN ON LIBERT Y 2246 W. LIBERT Y ST., ALLENTOWN

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TACO S Bring all your taco-based cravings to Mi Pueblito, a little roadside spot where the tacos are creative, plentiful and often on sale (Taco Tuesday, naturally).

You’ll also find other faves, such as quesadillas, tostadas, nachos and more, all loaded with fresh toppings and tons of flavor. Remember, Mi Pueblito is cash-only.

MI PUEBLITO GRILL 2200 31 S T ST. SW, ALLENTOWN

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FRENCH ONION SOUP DUMPLINGS

Photo by Colin Coleman

Chef Steve Kershner struck on some bit of culinary genius when he took the concept of French onion soup—itself a comfort food—and streamlined it for Twisted Olive, packing the flavor into the broth and dumplings. French onion soup will never be the same again— nor will dumplings.

T WISTED OLIVE | 51 W. BROAD ST., BE THLEHEM 610.419.1200 | T WISTEDOLIVEBE THLEHEM.COM

MILK ROLLS This bit of Japanese deliciousness is exactly what it sounds like: slightly sweet, totally soft and completely delicious. Notch Modern Kitchen & Bar’s milk rolls are served alongside the fried chicken, but chef Tyler Baxter says the kitchen makes crostini out of them for the kimchi hummus, and they’ve been doing flatbreads with it occasionally for specials. So, there’s more than one way to indulge in your milk-rolls love.

NOTCH MODERN KITCHEN & BAR 5036 HAMILTON BLVD., ALLENTOWN 610.841.4610 | NOTCHMKNB.COM

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LOBSTER BISQUE Marblehead Chowder House calls this “the aristocrat of soups,” which you can get here for a reasonable price—this is especially great when you consider the market fluctuation of lobster! It’s creamy and has visible pieces of lobster—ask for a shot of sherry.

MARBLEHE AD CHOWDER HOUSE 4101 WILLIAM PENN HW Y., E ASTON

610.258.4301

Photo by Shelbie Pletz

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GRILLED CHEESE Everything at Mitzi’s is some iteration of comfort food, but let’s talk about the grilled cheese. Why have one or two cheeses if you can have four?

That’s the case for this sandwich dubbed Greg’s 4-Cheese Grilled Cheese.

And if you’re going to pack it with American, cheddar, Swiss and provolone, the bread needs to be substantive Texas toast. Tomato bisque comes on the side because why would you want it any other way?

MITZI’S TABLE | 3650 NA Z ARE TH PKE., BE THLEHEM 610.730.1670 | MITZISTABLE.COM

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POUTINE

Take your potato craving to The Flying V and you won’t need to eat for the rest of the day. Start with the classic—gravy, crispy fries and Wisconsin cheese curds—and come back another time for the Montreal.

THE FLYING V POUTINERIE | 201 E. 3 R D ST., BE THLEHEM 610.419.2530 | FLYINGVPOUTINERIE.COM

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RAMEN Using the same modus operandi as their restaurant Bolete, Erin Shea and Lee Chizmar’s noodle joint at the Easton Public Market incorporates fresh, local ingredients into every bowl. Once you’ve slurped the standard Mister Lee’s warm bowl of noodles in a mushroom-pork dashi, with local greens and a 60-minute egg, you’ll leave the packaged dried noodles— and their powdery seasoning packet—in the dust. Seasonal offerings are great, too.

MISTER LEE’S NOODLES 325 NORTHAMP TON ST., E ASTON

610.829.2799 MISTERLEESNOODLES.COM

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CHEESECAKE The Mama’s Cheesecake at Sette Luna is the lightest, most amazing cheesecake you will ever eat. It’s a 100 percent, top-secret family recipe of owner Josh Palmer’s and the cheesecake dissolves in your mouth—­it’s that ethereal. Order this after pasta, share with a loved one and don't regret a single bite.

SE T TE LUNA | 219 FERRY ST., E ASTON 610.253.8888 | SE T TELUNA.COM

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There’s carrot cake, and then there’s the carrot cake at Top Cut. This is a towering, three-layer confection, with so much carrot flavor (starting with roasted carrots!), topped with candied pecans, and a vanilla cream cheese icing to hold it all together. It redefines a classic.

TOP CUT STE AK HOUSE THE PROMENADE SHOPS AT SAUCON VALLE Y 610.841.7100 | TOPCUTSTE AK .COM

Photo by Marco Calderon

CARROT CAKE

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PUDDING

Forget everything you know about pudding that comes out of a box. Go to Khanisa’s and try the banana pudding.

Or any of her family’s puddings. Or get a pudding sundae with a waffle. But how many times do we have to say pudding before you believe us?!

KHANISA’S: THE PUDDING BAR 118 NORTHAMP TON ST., E ASTON 484.895.8002 | KHANISAS.COM

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6465 Village Ln., Macungie, 610.966.9446, gioitaliangrill.com

Gio Italian Grill offers old world charm with a progressive twist.

Centering around their woodstone open flame hearth, Gio uses only imported ingredients to produce mouth-watering flavors.

Take-out and private parties available. Lunch & dinner.

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2141 Packhouse Rd., Fogelsville, 610.285.2942, glasbern.com/dining.html

Enjoy pasture-to-plate dining at its best, with food that is locally sourced on their 150-acre farm. Dinner.

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Upscale, yet unpretentious. Fine fusion cuisine. Extensive martini, wine and beer menus. Lunch & dinner.

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

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

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

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

101 Doe Mountain Ln., Macungie, 610.641.7149, bcmountainresort.com

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

610.845.2010

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SAVORY GRILLE

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

2934 Seisholtzville Rd. Macungie

MELT

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

Modern American with an Asian Twist. Lunch & dinner.

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

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

5036 Hamilton Blvd., 610.351.8222, notchmknb.com

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

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

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

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

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The mission at American Lobster is to bring the best steaks and seafood to the area. Lunch & dinner.

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

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The menu offers twists on Italian-American favorites like Sunday Gravy and Steak Pizzaiola. Lunch & dinner.

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

Lunch & dinner.

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

Family owned since 1985. Serving southern Italian Cuisine.

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

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M c CARTHY’S RED STAG PUB $$$ 534 Main St., Bethlehem, 610.861.7631, redstagpub.com

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

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

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

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The spiked hot chocolate is available at all Franklin Hill locations during the winter months, “or on extra-chilly fall days when we all could use a nice cup of hot chocolate,” says Pivinski.

They love mixing their wines with different drinks, and Pivinski notes they sometimes add spirits from Social Still, which is owned and operated by her son, Adam Flatt. Another cozy favorite at Franklin Hill is the mulled Sir Walter’s Red, to which they add their Potion X (pumpkin spiced wine) and Social Still’s rum for that extra kick. “Sweet and spiced, we have this available every weekend,” says Pivinski.

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JUNE 2 2 , 2 0 19 HO W I T S TA R T E D Nicole Lipsky and Michael Cecchi of Bethlehem connected through Bumble and had their first date at Almond in New York City. Mike went on to propose in front of the same restaurant where it all started.

T HE B IG D AY After their church wedding, just a trolley ride from Hotel Bethlehem, a vintage Bentley whisked the couple to their festivities. They’d created a “Garden in a Ballroom,” with greenery over the ceiling, a staircase covered in flowers, over-the-top centerpieces—even their cake hung from vines!

Their choreographed first dance to Ray LaMontagne’s “You Are The Best Thing” thrilled guests with dips and turns, and shortly after, Nicole changed into outfit number two with a hairstyle change to match. Custom watercolor stationery, a live wedding painter, a painted jean jacket and unique tabletop rentals from Lovely Luxe Rentals added unforgettable touches, all captured by a videographer flown in from Australia.

T HE DE TA IL S Venue & Catering: Historic Hotel Bethlehem, Bethlehem Cake: Custom Cakes by Adele, Whitehall Dresses: Leah Da Gloria (Australian designer) Tuxes: Custom Tux by Alton Lane, New York, NY Hair: Boho Hair Salon, Asbury Park, NJ Makeup: Alisha Nycole + CO, Easton Rings: R&R Jewelers, New York, NY Wedding Planner: Your Sweetest Day Events, Lancaster Flowers: Fresh Designs Florist, Philadelphia Music/DJ: Back2Life Band, Philadelphia Videographer: Jarod Lucas, Australia Transportation: Elegant Arrivals (trolley), Bethlehem; Action Limousine (Bentley), Gardwood, NJ LEHIGH VA LLE YS T Y LE.COM : JA NUA RY 2021

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JULY 18, 2020 HO W I T S TA R T E D From eighth-grade science class to senior prom and a LDR spanning their college years, Lauren Almonte and Khalil Johnson orbited each other inexorably until Khalil won her hand with an elaborate scheme to propose on a wooded trail surrounded by their families.

T HE B IG D AY Two years’ worth of perfect plans went out the window when COVID hit, but they chose to seize the day. Living in California, they turned the trip across country from a single day’s travel to a safer road trip.

Their micro fairy-tale wedding in the Pocono mountains accommodated a blended family with a bilingual ceremony, and boxed to-go dinners made feasting safe as well as special.

Despite the tweaks, the soul of the event was unchanged, and Khalil and Lauren danced their first dance to the same song they swayed to at senior prom, thankful for such a beautiful experience in the midst of tragic times.

T HE DE TA IL S Venue: Promise Ridge, Stroudsburg Catering: Chef Kara Snyder, Stroudsburg Cake: Nutmeg Cake Design, Manayunk Dresses/Tuxes: Le Bella Donna Bridal & Formalwear Boutique, Jenkintown Hair & Makeup: Cheers 2 U Events, Warminster Rings: Helzberg Diamonds, Roseville, CA Flowers: Fabufloras Design, Philadelphia Videographer: Dearly Beloved Weddings, Bethlehem

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JUNE 6 , 2 0 2 0 HO W I T S TA R T E D Alexandra MacLean and Robert Rooke met at Bucknell University. When the couple was strolling to Bethlehem’s VegFest one day, Alex’s talk of her dream wedding sparked an unexpected response. “Well, if we’re going to talk about our wedding,” Rob replied, “we have to get engaged first.” She looked back to find him on one knee.

T HE B IG D AY What had been a guest list of 145 people was adjusted to an intimate lakeside wedding of 12.

A custom-made dress included lace from Alex’s mother’s wedding dress, and Rob’s bespoke suit held their wedding date embroidered in the collar. The script for their ceremony was written by Rob and Alex, and there wasn’t a dry eye in attendance—including the photographers! Guests enjoyed charcuterie and champagne, and a first dance to “I Wanna Grow Old With You.” In true pandemic fashion, the couple later included family and friends with a Zoom call.

T HE DE TA IL S Venue: Mountain Springs Lake Resort, Reeders Catering: Diane Goldberg, Stroudsburg Cake: Piece ‘a Cake, Macungie Dresses: Barbara Kavchok Couture, Bethlehem Tuxes: Edwing Joseph & Sons, Bethlehem Hair & Makeup: Salon Deevine, Walnutport Rings: Marshall Asnen, Inc., Philadelphia Flowers: Bob’s Flower Shop, Northampton Videographer: Andy Donatelli, Bethlehem Furniture: Chippy White Table, Tunkhannock

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AUGUST 27, 2020 HO W I T S TA R T E D Madeline Zurn and Keith Holtermann met at a bar, where Madeline made the first move and Keith ran with it, planning the next date before the first was over. The private proposal plan (Madeline is an ugly crier) was coffee, flowers and a ring Sunday morning, but when the florist texted Saturday night to confirm, Keith couldn’t wait any longer.

T HE B IG D AY Their April wedding was pushed to January, but as the pandemic kept raging, they decided a microwedding was right for them.

Inspired by the “just because” bouquets Keith wooed her with, they created a lush garden in front of their Downtown Easton home, a natural oasis in an urban setting.

Embracing lockdown life, it felt appropriate to elope there, just the two of them, their dog, Seamus, and their cake made of cheese.

A someday wedding with family lies ahead, but in the meantime, their union is what matters most.

T HE DE TA IL S Venue: Home, Easton Cake: Tucker Silk Mill, Easton Dress/Tux: ASOS; Indochino Hair & Makeup: Makeup By Roxy, Catasauqua; Stef Flowers (lashes), Noé Home of Beauty, Bethlehem Rings: Robbins Delaware Diamonds, Newark, DE Flowers: Kraft & Co. Floral Design, Easton

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SEPTEMBER 14, 2019 HO W I T S TA R T E D After falling for each other at a CrossFit gym, Chi Chi and Chelsea Nieves of Blandon decided to take on a partnered fitness competition together.

Chi Chi had planned for friends and family to come watch, and they surprised Chelsea after the last event with T-shirts that said “Will you marry Chi Chi?”

T HE B IG D AY The two set their “destination” wedding in the backyard of a house rented beside sparkling Lake Naomi in the Poconos, bringing a U-Haul of handmade décor for their luxurious five-day stay. On the big day, a Panera-catered breakfast accompanied pleasant preparation, and the wafting smell of brisket being smoked on-site got guests’ mouths watering. After a short and sweet ceremony, heartfelt speeches carried the glowing couple into a reception of nonstop dancing and food that wowed even the chefs in the family—a day of effortless, beautiful fun!

T HE DE TA IL S Venue: Lake House on Lake Naomi, Poconos Catering: Little Creek Bar-B-Cue Company, Bangor Cake: Dice’s Creative Cakes, Boyertown Dresses/Tuxes: David’s Bridal/Express, Allentown Hair & Makeup: Tia Mazy (hair), West Lawn; Theresa Violette (makeup), Reading Rings: Kay Jewelers Flowers: Trisha Ortiz (bridesmaid) Music/DJ: Electric Sounds— DJ Triple J, Cheltenham Transportation: Baldwin Limousines, Inc., Stroudsburg

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Melyssa & Timothy A DD I S ON G E ORG E P HO T OG R A P H Y

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S E P T E MB E R 1, 2 0 19 HO W I T S TA R T E D Melyssa Weller and Timothy Giangarlo met as university students in Pittsburgh. They were staying at the Omni Resort of Bedford Springs when Tim surprised Melyssa in the hotel room with a proposal.

Champagne followed, and a call to share the wonderful news with family.

T HE B IG D AY Theirs was one of the first weddings to be celebrated at the Easton Wine Project at the Simon Silk Mill, a small venue perfect for their intimate ceremony. A ring warming station allowed guests to bless their rings before being seated to hear vows the couple had written themselves. A photo interlude in Downtown Easton before the reception included their favorite mural. At the reception, a special dollar dance gave the couple a chance to speak with each guest, donating all of the proceeds. Doughnuts, cupcakes and a Pittsburgh cookie table took the place of a traditional cake, satisfying guests with decadent variety.

T HE DE TA IL S Venue: Easton Wine Project, Easton Catering: Seedling & Sage, Glenside Officiant: Julie Cassidy from Storied Celebrations, Easton Cake: Naz-O-Nut (doughnuts), Nazareth; Sweet Girlz Bakery (cupcakes), Easton Dress: BHLDN, altered by Susan Kolar Couture, Easton Hair & Makeup: Vintage House of Hair, Nazareth Rings: Groom: his grandfather’s ring; Bride: brilliantearth.com, shopshelter.com Wedding Planner: Ty Howard from Beauty Marked Events, Bethlehem Flowers: Allium Floral Design, Bethlehem Music/DJ: Steve Croce, Silver Sound Entertainment, Malvern Transportation: Sip and Play Transportation, Easton Backdrop: Fox and Finch Vintage Rentals, Bethlehem

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What if you could have a wedding with the people you love the most—the ones who have supported you from the very beginning?

Read on to discover pro tips for creating the perfect micro-wedding experience for you and your guests.

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ind a spot that speaks to you, a place that represents your shared journey together—maybe it’s a restaurant you love, a sanctuary nestled in the woods, a rooftop garden or even your own backyard.

Featuring The Sanctuary at Giant’s Foot in Stroudsburg

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hile the party is often the highlight of larger receptions, in a micro-wedding, the ceremony takes center stage. Find a celebrant who gets you as a couple, someone who can celebrate your unique story. The words they share unite you and your guests in a powerful and meaningful way.

Featuring celebrity wedding officiant Rev. Roxy of MARRIED by REV ROXY®

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avish tablescapes, magical ceremony backdrops and the most gorgeous bouquet you ever saw—when your wedding is small, you have the opportunity to make a bold statement with your florals. Hosting a micro-wedding by the water? Consider flowered paddleboards for an end-of-night float down the stream.

Featuring florals by Allium Floral Design and paddleboards from Miss Melanie Yoga

PHOTOGRAPHY, VIDEOGRAPHY + LIVE STREAMING Y

ou’ll want images and video from this once-in-a-lifetime day that truly capture all of your shared moments. For guests who can’t attend, this imagery is the best way for them to experience your joy and celebrate with you. Some couples even choose to live stream the ceremony itself.

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here are no rules here. Wear what you love and what makes you feel incredible.

Hair and makeup are key to looking polished and pulled together, even if your vibe is casual. Remember, makeup artists know how to enhance your best features for a pictureperfect look!

Featuring hair by The Beauty Exchange and makeup by Ashley Tyler Beauty Bride’s jumpsuit by Nicole Bridal & Formal Shoppe; Sorrelli jewelry courtesy of AM Luxe Groom’s attire by assembly88 and Edwing Joseph & Sons

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smaller wedding gives you the opportunity to create surprising moments of joy and emotion. Consider the idea of writing a letter to each of your guests, letting them know how much you appreciate the role they’ve played in your life. Even playful details like the charming “social-distancing� string telephone spark nostalgia.

Featuring hand-painted socialdistancing string telephones by Theresa Byrnes; letters hand-drawn and written by Ren & Ink

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reate the menu of your dreams. Perhaps it’s cuisines from where you’ve traveled, signature family dishes or just one utterly decadent meal.

A smaller group size means that the chef or caterer you select will have so much more flexibility in what they can prepare. Whatever you serve, be sure your table is glowing with warm candlelight and festooned with beautiful blooms. Adding in gorgeous place settings takes the tablescape to next-level beauty.

And just because your wedding is small doesn’t mean you can’t have wedding cake! Check out the three micro-cakes, perfect for personal portions.

Featuring tables custom designed by Abundat Inc.; flatware, glassware and place settings by Lovely Luxe Rentals; cakes by Crumbs Cake Studio

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Hannah Rees

Wedding Planner & Designer; Owner, Thistle Lane Events, LLC Born and raised in South Carolina—where hospitality isn’t just something someone learns, but something that’s a part of them—Hannah Rees has created her Pennsylvania business on the foundation of that Southern style and grace.

Fifteen-plus years in the service industry has given Hannah the calm confidence needed to provide just what couples and their families need on one of the most important days of their lives.

As a bonus, she also has a background in fine art and isn’t afraid of a DIY project and can guide couples in creating an event that is cohesively who they are.

From Wedding Month-of Coordination to the whole kit and caboodle, contact Thistle Lane Events today. The journey to happily ever after begins here.

Little did Stephanie Tomaszewski know in 2015, when her son’s fiancée (now her daughter-in -law) asked her to design the bridal veil, that she would be awarded “Best of the Knot, 2020.” That one veil, featuring three layers of colored tulle, was the first of many to delight brides across the country.

Today, Stephanie runs Crowning Moment Veils, a custom bridal veil purveyor, with her three daughters.

Crowning Moment Veils loves listening to a bride describe her dream veil and then delivering that vision.

Stephanie’s designs have included cascading flowers, lace trim, multi-colors, Swarovski pearls and crystals and even a holiday-themed veil. Crowning Moment Veils also breathes new life into heirloom veils—brightening, repairing and customizing a mother’s or grandmother’s original veil—truly “taking something old and making it something you.”

Says Stephanie: “I love knowing that Crowning Moment Veils has played a part in such a momentous occasion. The joy in seeing a bride’s dream come true is indescribable.”

Thistle Lane Events, LLC 314 Thistle Ln., Perkasie 267.240.2579 thistleln.com

Crowning Moment Veils 192 Maple Spring Dr., Kunkletown 570.369.6303 crowningmomentveils.com

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Stephanie Tomaszewski Owner, Crowning Moment Veils

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Alisha Nycole Owner, Alisha Nycole + CO

The Healing & Wellness Corner is here to make a bride’s most special day as stress-free as possible. Skilled and gentle hands intuitively find and soothe tired, achy muscles, paying special attention to knots. A body ritual, such as a salt scrub and wrap, will prep the body to slip into that gorgeous wedding dress and make the skin sparkle for the photos—perfect for showing off arms, shoulders and back. Skin will be refreshed, clean and illuminating from an Éminence Organic facial. Professional facials leave the skin refreshed and cleansed. A regimen of three months prior to the big day is recommended.

Alisha Nycole + CO specializes in luxury. Their award-winning on-site hair and makeup services for weddings, special events, headshots and education make them the most coveted bridal team in the tri-state area.

Driven by the motto of #WeDOPerfect and #GetPerfectwithUs, Alisha says it all starts with “cultivating a personal connection with each client, creating a luxe experience that is only topped off by delivering flawless hair and makeup. We want every client to see themselves and say, ‘I have never felt so beautiful in my life!’”

Alisha Nycole + CO is proud to have carefully cultivated a team of over 35 beauty experts, all trained in-house by Alisha herself with patented techniques for the #perfect look. Having been selected as Best of Weddings by The Knot and Wedding Wire for 2017, 2018, 2019 and 2020 proves that Alisha and her team are doing it right.

Where do these patented techniques come from? Alisha was certified in Advanced Artistry by age 12 and has continued her education by learning from celebrity makeup artists, including Mario Dedivanovic, Rob Sargsyan and Brittney Gray, who all service celebrity clientele—Kim Kardashian, Jadey Wadey, Mel B and Jessica Mulroney, to name a few!

As a company, Alisha Nycole + CO invests in education to empower their ever-growing, all-women staff with elite techniques to ensure each client leaves feeling red-carpet ready for every event. “Let’s pop some rosé,” says Alisha, “get glamorous and treat yourself to the Alisha Nycole luxe beauty experience!”

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

Alisha Nycole + CO 1256 Simon Blvd. Unit J106, Easton 484.522.4691 alishanycole.com

Jamie Brotzman LMT, LE & Owner, The Healing & Wellness Corner

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MS, RD, LDN, CLT; Owner, To Have & to Nourish

“To eat is a necessity, but to eat intelligently is an art.”

Registered dietitian and owner of To Have & to Nourish, Keri Lasky, MS, RD, LDN, CLT, helps event-goers who feel like the “ugly duckling” to nourish their confidence so they can enjoy some of life’s most memorable occasions to the fullest.

Nutrition is much more than just calories or macronutrients; it’s not a rigid formula or plan.

It’s the combination/consideration for each client of various “mediums,” including food preferences, medical history, budget, kitchen skills, physical symptoms and blood work, to produce a truly exceptional way to nourish the body optimally and deliciously.

To Have & to Nourish 1334 George St., Easton 908.399.9213 tohaveandtonourish.com

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Keri Lasky

Coleen Kirby & Sarah Petryk Allium Floral Design and Event Styling

Well-established and beloved in the Lehigh Valley, Allium Floral Design and Event Styling creates some of the most beautiful weddings in this region and beyond. Coleen Kirby and founder Sarah Petryk collaborate closely with their couples, offering gentle guidance, helping them design and experience their wedding day, exactly as they’ve always imagined it. Coleen and Sarah understand that for most of their couples, this is the first time planning a wedding and they work tirelessly behind the scenes to make the process feel simple and seamless. And the florals? They are just otherworldly!

Allium works with incredible local and international growers to find blooms that perfectly create those Instagram-worthy looks. They also offer styling pieces from their collection to pull together the ceremony, escort card table, gift table, dessert station and more. And, to be honest, this year might look a little different than most and they offer beautiful ideas for microweddings and compassionate flexibility should the wedding date need to be rescheduled.

A wedding should be a joy to plan and celebrate. Sarah and Coleen make it feel easy. Looking for more inspiration or just some dreamy floral images to spark the imagination? Their Instagram feed, @alliumfloraldesign , is a must-follow. Or to enjoy their flowers in person, pre-wedding, check out @alliumeveryday for their beautiful new retail creations.

Allium Floral Design and Event Styling 484.320.2160 alliumfloraldesign.com

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Jenn Bergstresser Market Manager & Event Coordinator Nestled in the heart of Quakertown is a brandnew facility that combines the setting of the old trolley barn station with the feel of a new family gathering space. The Trolley Barn Public Market hosts an array of food vendors and retail spaces as well as several different spots where one can host an event through Red Brick Events.

Jennifer Bergstresser, market manager and event coordinator, brings more than 15 years of event planning experience to the facility. Trolley Barn Public Market can accommodate events ranging from 25 to 400 people, with diverse catering options available. Jennifer can help bring any vision to life! For more information or to request a tour, email her at jenn@lhpman.com.

Blended Bakery, located in Lehighton, has been operating for a little over five years. Their team strives to bake the freshest product using only the finest ingredients. Blended offers custom cakes, wedding cakes, specialty donuts, gourmet cupcakes, cake pops, royal icing cookies, classic cookies, scones, gourmet pastries and fresh breads, with gluten-free and vegan options.

Blended’s goal is to think outside of the box and offer the most creative gourmet baked goods to each customer, allowing them to extend this creativity as the most delicious product for their wedding guests.

Big taste, small town touch, Blended with love.

Enter as a guest and leave as a part of the Blended family.

Red Brick Events at the Trolley Barn Public Market 116 E. Broad St., Quakertown 267.875.0702 redbrick.events

Blended Bakery 158 S. 1st St., Lehighton 610.730.1732 blendedbakeryllc.com

Christina Yurasits Owner, Blended Bakery

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Monica Yurconic-Groff Owner, Ross Plants & Flowers

Ross Plants & Flowers 2704 Route 309, Orefield 7525 Tilghman St., Allentown 610.395.5193 rossplantsandflowers.com

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A wedding day should be the most exciting and remembered day in a couple’s life. The stress of COVID has changed this to a degree, but what has been apparent at Ross Plants & Flowers is the power of love.

Love conquers all, as they say—even COVID. Although weddings have been smaller and more intimate than the large gatherings of the past, Monica Yurconic-Groff and her team at Ross Plants & Flowers have seen the strength that love has to push through the toughest of times.

The Ross team promises to make every wedding day the most memorable for the right reasons, not because of COVID. From consultations (in person, socially distanced and masked or via phone or FaceTime) to the implementation of the couple’s vision, Ross is there for each couple, every step of the way. As the guidelines change, Ross will change to create the wedding that every couple deserves.

Communication is at the heart of their success and they will make sure every wedding detail is perfectly orchestrated so the day is remembered for the beautiful love that is being celebrated. Call Ross Plants & Flowers today and let love conquer COVID!

A&A Limousine ...................................................................................... 61 Action Party Rentals ..........................................................................48 Alisha Nycole + CO ............................................................................. 77 Allium Floral Design & Event Styling ................................. 78 BalloonWorks ...........................................................................................66 Bear Creek Mountain Resort ...................................................... 54 Blended Bakery ......................................................................................79 Bridals by Sandra ................................................................................. 44 Cake & Corolla ........................................................................................ 61 Camelback Resort.................................................................................49 The Centennial Catering & Conference Center / Homewood Suites by Hilton Center Valley ............... 55 Crowning Moment Veils ................................................................76 Event Center at blue / Paxos Restaurants ........................45 Glasbern Inn ............................................................................................. 47 Gold Credit Union ................................................................................60 Hanover Grande Ballroom / Lehigh Valley Hotel & Conference Center ......................................................................60 Healing & Wellness Corner ......................................................... 77 Lou Lou LeRoy Salon .........................................................................66 Madeline’s ................................................................................................... 61 Red Brick Events / Trolley Barn Public Market .......... 66 ...............................................................................................................................79 Ross Plants & Flowers .......................................................................80 Royal Throne Portable Toilets ................................................... 54 ............................................................................................................................... 67 Smith Brothers Tent Rentals .......................................................60 Susan Bella Jewelry ........................................................................... 54 Thistle Lane Events ............................................................................ 67 ...............................................................................................................................76 To Have & to Nourish ........................................................................ 78 Vault 634 / Jaindl Enterprises ................................................... 42 Wind Creek Bethlehem ...................................................................43

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