Lehigh Valley Style March 2022 by Innovative Designs & Publishing, Inc.

THE SPRING HOME EDITION

A Design-Lover’s

inside

TOWNLEY HOUSE, PETERSELL 1808 HOME, WESTSIDE GRILL

March 2022

and more

Highfield Vistas

1665 Wildberry

Nestled atop 2.6 acres this custom stone and stucco home offers a host of details, including a wraparound deck showcases long distance vistas and heavenly sunsets. Just minutes from the Promenade Shops, Rt 309 & I-78. 4 BRs, 3.5 baths. $795,000

On nearly 3 acres in Lower Saucon Township, just 4 minutes from SVCC, this home’s timeless design offers a floor plan with extraordinary windows & spacious rooms with over 7000 sqft over 3 floors. 4 BRs, 4 full baths, 2 half baths. $1,650,000

Spring Woods

Nine Pines

Completely remodeled in 1996, this custom-built home is perfectly positioned to take advantage of its natural surroundings. With two parcels totaling just over 14 acres, Spring Woods is a private rural sanctuary. 6,121 square feet. $1,195,000

Pond View Lot

Surrounded by preserved land the 7+ acre parcel offers the perfect opportunity to build your dream home in Upper Bucks Co. Located in Springfield Twp, Within easy commuting distance to NJ, NY, Doylestown, and the Lehigh Valley. $225,000

With nearly 5,000 sq.ft. of above grade living space and over 2,000 sq.ft. of additional space in the finished lower level, stylish amenities and an elegant yet functional interior set this home apart from the ordinary. 5 BRs, 5.5 baths. $978,500

Executive Building Lots

Meadows & forest embraced by rolling green hills, within minutes of the Saucon Valley Country Club & the vibrant Allentown & Bethlehem downtowns. Lots are designed to accommodate homes over 6,500 sq.ft., 2 to 6 acre lots starting at $350,000

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CONTENTS

PHOTO BY MARCO CALDERON

March

10 THIS MONTH’S PICKS

What We’re Loving Right Now

13 TRENDING NOW

News, Notes & Quotes

18 GET THE GOODS Tshikovi Tea House

21 ASK THE EXPERT March Maintenance

25 INSIGHT

Linda Magnavita

32 5 THINGS

Fitness Over 55

38 COMFORT & CHARACTER IN CENTER VALLEY Carolyn Dunham invites readers inside her fully restored, perfectly curated 1800s farmhouse, pg. 38

48 A DESIGN-LOVER’S GETAWAY AWAITS AT TOWNLEY HOUSE BOUTIQUE HOTEL 56 BEYOND THE MENU

Pignoli Cookies, Chef Salvatore Cardamuro

58 INSIDE DISH Westside Grill

62 DINING GUIDE

Where to Go to Please Your Palate

COVER PHOTO

Inside Easton’s Townley House Boutique Hotel, photographed by Marco Calderon.

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64 EAT THIS

The Slider Bar

GRAND BRICK COLONIAL NORTH WHITEHALL TWP

SOPHISTICATION & STYLE UPPER SAUCON TWP

With panoramic views from every room, this stately brick home boasts nearly 6000 sq.ft. of living space to suit all your living & entertaining needs. Complete with pool, theatre, elevator and observatory. 6 bedrooms, 5 full/2 half baths. 4.5 acres. $1,349,000

Architecture reminiscent of the Champagne region of France, this Epernay condo offers an open floor plan and plenty of natural light. Prepare a gourmet meal in the well-appointed kitchen. The Great Room & dining area offer a seamless flow to an outdoor patio. 5 bedroom, 3 full/1 half baths. $1,399,000

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BRICK VICTORIAN TOWNHOME HISTORIC BETHLEHEM

RUSTIC & CHARMING NOCKAMIXON TWP

Original hardwood floors, sky high windows, and custom cabinetry throughout. Complete with a stunning kitchen, formal living and dining rooms and sitting room overlooking the front garden. 4 bedrooms, 2 full/1 half baths. $599,000

Historic Bucks County home offers plenty of privacy and relaxation. Modern kitchen, theater room, exposed wood beams, cathedral ceilings & hardwood floors, this home exudes warmth & charm. 3 bedrooms, 3 full/1 half bath. 3.5 acres. $649,000

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Nestled in prestigious Weyhill Woods, this beautiful home exudes French classicism with modern refinement. Custom millwork, rich Brazilian cherry and inlay oak floors, luxe finishes and a host of other refinements grace this elegant property. 4 bedrooms, 4 full/1 half baths. 2 acres. $1,395,000

Enjoy the perfect blend of privacy and entertainment in your lovely home at Traditions of America, an active, soughtafter over 55 community. A mix of comfort and luxury with a bright open floor plan, this spacious home has a long list of amenities. 3 bedroom, 3 full baths. $559,000

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EDITOR’S LETTER Behind the scenes at the Petersell 1808 Home with photographer Marco Calderon. Carolyn Dunham’s dog, Theo, kept them company.

3 THINGS

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

Food writer Carrie Havranek and photographer Alison Conklin at Westside Grill for this month’s Inside Dish.

Inspiration Found We’ve been following Carolyn Dunham’s interior design journey for some time now. Her Instagram page @petersell_1808_home documents life in an early 1800s Pennsylvania farmhouse. Fortunately for us, that farmhouse happens to exist in Center Valley—and isn’t off-limits to the public. On pg. 38, Carolyn shares how she and her husband, Brad, came to be happy homeowners of the 4,500-squarefoot home as well as its five-and-a-half-acre gentleman’s farm, which includes multiple barns. A lover of flea markets, antique stores and estate sales, everything in Carolyn’s home is curated and tells a story. If one of her finds doesn’t stick, you may be lucky enough to purchase it at one of her Petersell 1808 Home barns sales, where guests are invited seasonally to shop. Keep an eye out for one next month!

For more interior design inspo, look no further than Easton’s Townley House Boutique Hotel. On pg. 48, Creative Director of Gusto Group (the hospitality team behind Ocean, Three OAK Steakhouse and River Grille), Kate Gjevukaj, shares how they transformed the 150-year-old property into a vibrant and style-minded boutique hotel. From unique headboards to striking wallpaper, custom chandeliers and compelling art, it’s a design-lover’s dream. Start planning your weekend away! On pg. 25, get to know Valley native Linda Magnavita, the founder and owner of Philly-based interior design studio Little Black House. You’re likely familiar with some of her work locally! And on pg. 21, Jessica ChavanneWilliams of Century 21 Ramos Realty shares her tips for home maintenance this month and all year round. Then, on pg. 58, Westside Grill combines our love of design with equally delicious food.

Finding a new favorite tea (or two!).

An overnight getaway at Townley House.

Dinner with friends at Westside Grill.

Cheers!

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You provide the spot, we’ll make it your PLACE to be For over 30 years, Scott Rothenberger of PLACE has been designing internationally recognized and award-winning landscapes, interiors and events. PLACE is a 17-time Best of the Valley winner offering landscape design and installation, interior design and execution, party planning and implementation, holiday decorating and creation, and garden maintenance and service. As a team of friendly professionals, we build relationships with our clients, following them through all of life’s design needs, from complete new home designs to makeovers, master landscape plans to outdoor living rooms, bridal showers to weddings, sweet sixteens to 50th birthday parties, Christmas decorations to summer soirées, seasonal planters to annual color-scaping, garden coaching to full horticultural services. We also build relationships with the community by creating and implementing the annual Outdoor Living Showcase garden tour, donating 100% of all monies directly to Wings2Peace for pediatric hospice care with Lehigh Valley Health Network. We also decorate and donate to the Susan G. Komen Gala in Philadelphia, as well as support and sponsor the JDRF, Historic Bethlehem, the Allentown Art Museum, Lost Our Home Pet Rescue, Willing Hearts Dalmatian Rescue, The Miracle League, Building a Better Boyertown, West Park Civic Association and more. Our work can be found at many commercial locations in the area, from car dealerships to historic landmarks, and restaurants to community parks. We look forward to creating beautiful spaces for you and making them your PLACEs to be.

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STAFF SPEAKS VOLUME 23, ISSUE 3

President/CEO Paul Prass

My interior design style is inspired by…

Find more inspiration on pg. 38!

Vice President/COO Lisa Prass Publisher Pamela Deller Editor-in-Chief Kristen Wagner

My interior design is very “maximalistic.” I love bold jewel-tone colors and adding a vintage flair to everything with antique pieces.

I love flipping through the pages of Architectural Digest for amazing home and décor inspo!

Art Director Taylor Van Kooten Director of Creative Services Erica Montes Graphic Designer Thomas Körp Sales & Marketing Account Managers Denise Lichty, Kelsey Rodocker, Pam Taylor Marketing & Events Manager Kelli Hertzog Contributing Writers Alison Conklin, Carrie Havranek, Amy Unger, Daisy Willis

My biggest inspiration for interior design comes from many of the great modern designers from the 1940s–1960s, but most notably Charles and Ray Eames.

Contributing Photographers Marco Calderon, Matthew Cannon, Alison Conklin, Andrew Tomasino Proofreader Lori McLaughlin Accounting Donna Bachman, Sarah Varano Circulation Manager Andrea Karges

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I’m a big fan of House of Valentina! Her style of modern luxury mixed with a ScandiFrench flair is timeless. Her YouTube channel, House of Valentina, is worth the watch! I’ve followed in my mother’s interior design footsteps, which prioritize mirrors, plants and solid wood heirloom furniture.

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MAKING THE MAGAZINE

TAYLOR VAN KOOTEN Art Director I have been to Bar Bix at the Townley House a few times since its opening (you have to try the Tequila Mockingbird), but I had never seen the gorgeous rooms inside the hotel until our shoot with Marco Calderon for this issue. WOW! I was floored by the vivid colors and attention to detail. The custom-designed headboards were my favorite part of each room. Can’t wait to book my staycation there!

DAISY WILLIS Contributing Writer Working on the 5 Things about fitness, I was really taken with the idea of somatic yoga, tending to the mind-body connection to address pain/tension. I love the idea of this as a foundation for fitness activity to support the body’s work. LEHIGHVALLE YST YLE.COM : MARCH 2022

THIS MONTH’S PICKS

VeryPeri

Pantone’s 2022 Color of the Year “Very Peri” is a red-violet-infused blue hue that displays a carefree confidence and a daring curiosity, placing the future ahead in a new light. It’s also the first time in history that Pantone actually created a new color for its annual Color of the Year. Let’s celebrate it with these locals finds! Did someone say bubble tea? Head to ChopFin for one as pretty as it is tasty. chopfin.com Linh Nguyen (@heynailsbylinh on Instagram!) designed fresh and dewy nails for spring using Essie’s Salt Water Happy gel polish at Apotheca Salon and Boutique in Bethlehem. Add this to your monthly mani inspo!

Owowcow’s Blueberry Lemon ice cream is the perfect shade of delicious this spring. owowcow.com

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Celebrate the color of the season with a custom cake courtesy of Easton-based baker Love Bites by Erika. This “London Fog Cake” encompasses Earl Grey sponge cake with notes of mandarin orange and lavender. lovebitesbyerika Le a

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If your IG feed is lacking pastel color inspiration, we recommend following Classically Christe, a Lehigh Valley-based blogger (and 2019 Woman of Style). classicallychriste.com

Nothing says color quite like a cup of Tshikovi Tea House’s Nina’s Blend, pictured here with lavender ice cubes and rose petals. This blend features bold and smooth flavors while boosting overall health. tshikoviteahouse.com

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capture those with early cancers. There is sufficient evidence that the benefit of screening younger individuals outweighs the harm and overall cost based on modeling studies. This guidance is consistent with multiple other professional societies, including the National Comprehensive Cancer Network and the American Cancer Society. As of January 1, 2022, almost all insurance carriers are now covering this new recommendation. For individuals ages 76 to 85, the decision to start or continue screening should be individualized and based on prior screening history, comorbidity, life expectancy, cancer risk and personal preference. Screening is not recommended after age 85. EPGI has partnered with LVHN to create convenient options for colonoscopy. In addition to several hospital locations, there are now two Ambulatory Endoscopy Centers, one in Lehigh County (Eastern Pennsylvania Endoscopy Center or EPEC) and one in Northampton County (Nazareth Endoscopy Center or NEC). Ambulatory Endoscopy Centers allow patients to have their colonoscopy in a safe, comfortable, patient-friendly setting. They are a high-quality, low-cost option preferred by patients and insurance carriers alike. Newsweek once again named EPEC as one of America’s Best Ambulatory Surgical

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ART OF FLIGHT GOLF

Art of Flight Golf is a 3,500-square-foot, five-bay facility located exclusively at Bethlehem Golf Club. The facility allows golfers to practice, train and play yearround, offering golf-specific fitness training that focuses on improving movement quality, strength, mobility, power and injury prevention. “Art of Flight Golf was created by golfers for golfers,” says TPI-certified coach and co-owner Chris Carullo. “As an experienced golfer, coach and personal trainer, I know including training is key. If you improve the way you move, you improve your game.” Carullo says if you think Art of Flight is just another golf simulator facility, think again. Their state-of-the-art TrackMan technology gives club and ball data with unerring pinpoint accuracy. Play iconic courses around the world like Pebble Beach, Valderrama, Royal Birkdale and St. Andrews. Art of Flight offers hourly rate and membership options. 400 Illick’s Mill Rd., Bethlehem 610.638.6888 | artofflightgolf.com

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TATAMY TAKEOUT

Tatamy Takeout opened its doors in December 2021, and now serves customers daily from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. “The best way I can describe our menu is fast and fresh!” says Mike Lordi, director of operations. Best sellers include their breakfast sandwiches (with a variety of bagels delivered fresh from Long Island, NY), the French dip burger, the classic cheesesteak and the chicken quesadillas. As the name suggests, Tatamy Takeout exclusively offers food on the go. “We started to put this plan together in 2020. COVID was front and center and it had an effect on the structure of our business model,” says Lordi. “By strictly offering the takeout, curbside, delivery model, we offer contactless transactions and make social distancing easy and convenient in the restaurant.” 70 S. 8 th St., Tatamy | 484.837.1177 | tatamytakeout.com

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With personal and professional backgrounds in the fitness space, co-owners Obe Roundtree and Sara Atiyeh Lakatosh are striving to make Full Circle Training Family Fitness (FCTfit) a welcoming atmosphere for anyone looking to become more physically and mentally fit, healthy and strong. “FCTfit has been a strong supporter of mental health organizations because physical fitness and mental health go hand in hand,” they say. “We have a basic fundamental belief that physical fitness leads to a stronger body, mind and spirit.” At FCTfit, you will never do the same workout twice. Interested in giving it a try? Your first class is free! 4140 Sand Spring Rd., Schnecksville | 484.225.0331 | fctfit.com

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VOICES OF THE VALLEY

Jean Blanc SR. QUALITATIVE ENGINEER, PECO

Jean Blanc was working as a purchasing manager at International Paper Company when a Pennsylvania-based recruiter reached out to him about an opportunity at PPL Electric Utilities in Allentown. “It was a lot to consider at the time. I was living in Pensacola, FL, and was part of IP’s Leadership Development Program,” says Blanc. “Although I loved the lifestyle that the Emerald Coast of Florida offered, I missed being on the innovation side. I had a Senior R&D with the largest robotics and automation company in

the world, so paper making just didn’t cut it. I also saw it as a full-circle moment, as all the companies I’ve ever worked for were large stakeholders in the electric utility industry.” Blanc says that the Lehigh Valley reminded him of how he grew up and was only a short trip from his hometown of Boston, MA. “When I lived in the Lehigh Valley, I loved the combination of grit and future-forward thinking,” he says. “There’s lots of growth potential, and I’ve met some incredible people doing phenomenal things. There’s something for everyone, and its proximity to the mountains, big cities and parks makes it a hidden gem.” During his time at PPL, Blanc worked in standards asset management investment strategy and operations. “I had a phenomenal work experience at PPL,” he says. “PPL has a corporate environment where people really care about safety and quality of work and where C-suite leaders are accessible to the employees, driving continuous improvement.” Blanc says his time there also

allowed him to stretch beyond his comfort zone and lead in areas where his core values aligned with theirs, such as performance excellence in innovation, corporate citizenship, diversity, equity and inclusion. Now, Blanc leads the Distribution Integrity Management Programs and Gas R&D Innovation at PECO, an Exelon company, headquartered in Philadelphia. “Transitioning from PPL to PECO was the smoothest professional transition I’ve ever made,” he says. “The role mirrors what I did at PPL, just on a bigger scale. Exelon is the largest domestic electric parent company and regulated electric utility.” When asked his advice for someone struggling to reach their professional ambitions, Blanc says not to think of your goals as binary. “One of the revelations I got working in data analytics is the incremental productivity gains and importantly losses that accumulate over time,” he shares. “Changing your environment as well as the system you have in place to execute the goal also helps.”

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THE BENNEWITZ QUARTET Friday, March 4, 2022 at 7:30 p.m.

Christ Lutheran Church 1245 Hamilton Street, Allentown, PA 18102 Mozart’s String Quartet No. 4 in C major, KV157 Janáček’s String Quartet No. 2 "Intimate Letters" Dvořák’s String Quartet No. 11 in C major, Op. 61

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Friday, March 11, 2022 at 7:30 p.m.

Foy Concert Hall, Priscilla Payne Hurd Campus Main and Church Streets. Bethlehem, PA 18018 Mozart’s Quintet in E-flat major for piano and winds. K452 Poulenc’s Trio for oboe, bassoon and piano, FP 43 Shubert’s Piano quintet in A major, D. 667 (the "Trout" Quintet)

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NEW IN TOWN

BELLA’S BISTRO

PET WELLNESS & DOG CAFE Bella’s Bistro was inspired by, and is named after, owner Kristine Shive’s beloved 14-year-old pitbull rescue. When Bella was diagnosed with early-onset kidney disease, Shive says she immediately went to work, learning everything she could about renal failure and how to manage it without veterinarian prescriptions. “I vowed to Bella that I would care for and love her unconditionally, starting with good nutrition,” she says. Now, locals can shop the same human-grade, nutrient-dense, whole superfoods Shive feeds her pup at Bella’s Bistro Pet Wellness & Dog Cafe in Easton, which opened in November 2021. “All of the ingredients we use are used with a purpose and we want to show the power of healthy nutrition and the role it plays in preventing diseases,” says Shive. “Our promise is to treat your pets like family.” What’s more, every ingredient and its packaging is chosen for minimal impact on the environment. “We also carry a full line of eco-friendly pet accessories, toys and wellness products,” Shive shares. “These vary from handmade sweaters to recycled water bottle toys.” All dogs and cats are welcome to come by, enjoy a free sample and hang out for a while with their humans at the cafe. 123 N. 2nd St., Easton | 484.252.6902 | bellasbistroshop.com

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Tshikovi Tea House Shop small-batch loose-leaf teas at Tshikovi Tea House, where freshness and quality are the priority. Read on for Yvette Nathalie Brown’s expertise on all things tea. .

YVETTE NATHALIE BROWN & SINA-TA BROWN Owners

At Tshikovi Tea House, everything is made in small batches to maintain the integrity of freshness.

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Tell us a little bit about your relationship with tea. How did your love/appreciation for it begin? You can say it was the family business before it was officially a business. As a child, my mother and grandmother were always putting herbal concoctions together to cure everything from headaches to stomach aches. Our pantries and cabinets were always overflowing with herbs and supplements, so it was something that I naturally carried with me through adulthood. I even had the nickname “Mother Earth” at a previous job because people knew I was all about holistic healing.

What is the meaning behind the name Tshikovi Tea House? Tshikovi is a hybrid name honoring both sides of my family. Tshinguta is my maternal grandmother’s middle name as well as mine. Tekovi is my father’s middle name. Explain the significance of being a certified master herbalist, a tea master and a celebrity “tea tender.” At first glance, people think creating teas and tisanes is easy. You just throw things together and they either taste good or bad. My teas are delicious, but I also pride myself on creating teas that are intentional health aids as well. With that purpose, you have to know what the components of different teas and herbs are. You have to know what herbs you can’t combine and which you can. You have to know how different people will react to certain herbs based on their backgrounds. You have to be willing to give as much information as possible to your clients. That’s what I do. Sure, you can go to the supermarket and pick up a box of herbal

tea, but will that box tell you that it might not be the best choice for you if you have a ragweed allergy? No. That’s the significance. Describe the variety of teas offered at the shop. Our tea varieties are endless! We have teas for energy, teas for sleep, teas for joint pain— the list goes on. Is there something that readers may be surprised to hear that you offer? Our wine-infused tea is always a pleasant shocker! Can you talk about how the shop celebrates Black women? I always feel it is important to honor the Black women before me. Some of the teas are named after women like Toni Morrison, Maya Angelou and Miriam Makeba. Others are named

after family, like my daughter (Zaura’s Blend), my mother (Gaby’s Blend) and my motherin-law (Ileta’s Blend). And others are named after hip-hop/R&B classics (Sweetest Taboo, Purple Rain, Electric Relaxation). Tell us about the importance of shopping at a shop like Tshikovi Tea House versus a big-box store or chain supermarket. How does the quality of tea differ? Big-box stores are not giving you the best-quality tea. By the time it is imported from whatever country to their shelves, it has already been six months or more. Then it is on the shelf until customers buy it. You are not getting the freshest possible tea leaves. Most of the time, you are also not getting full tea leaves, especially if you are buying tea bags. With Tshikovi Tea House, there is no middle-man box store. Our teas and herbs are coming straight from our trusted suppliers to your

home. We make everything in small batches to maintain the integrity of freshness. We also dry all of the fruits used ourselves! What’s the overall vibe like at the store? When you walk into our store, it feels like a hip home—tons of natural light, chic colors, flowers, velvet couches and hip-hop legends in Renaissance paintings. Is there anything else you’d like to mention? We appreciate the support that we have received since we started! A lot of people were skeptical if the Lehigh Valley area would take to the idea of a tea house boutique and we were told that we had a slim chance of lasting. But we’re still here and thriving. Thank you! 74 S. Main St., Phillipsburg, NJ 908.751.3090 tshikoviteahouse.com

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MAINTENANCE A home is often our greatest asset, but it comes with a lot of maintenance musts that can easily outstrip us. Take the hassle out of keeping up with your home’s needs with this advice from realtor Jessica Chavanne-Williams of Century 21 Ramos Realty.

MAKE IT MONTHLY “Between work, school, kids and other commitments, we understandably can put home maintenance and care on the back burner,” ChavanneWilliams says. To keep value up and vexation at a minimum, schedule a handful of timely tasks to tackle throughout each month, and you can rest easy knowing nothing is slipping beneath your notice. ChavanneWilliams offers a monthly checklist on her Instagram account, @jess_listed. Start here for inspiration and add in any needs unique to your home and lifestyle. It might feel like homework (pun intended!), but a little loyalty to your home along the way can divert bigger, more expensive fixes down the road, and reward you with a better payoff if you decide to sell.

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So what are our homes crying out for in the month of March? Provided the snow has cleared and the freeze has thawed, it’s time to take stock of any damage done by winter’s harsh weather. Inspect your roof for missing shingles, damaged or missing pipes, and anything that seems out of place. “If you notice anything needs a closer inspection,” ChavanneWilliams warns, “be sure to call a roofing expert!” Concrete and asphalt go through the wringer as they repeatedly freeze and thaw, and Chavanne-Williams points out that if you’re selling, sidewalk damage can get flagged during city inspection. As the weather warms, prepare for the deluge of spring rains by having gutters and downspouts cleaned, making sure they aren’t allowing water to drain toward your foundation. Spring is the time to have your AC serviced and freshen up the filter so you can take future heat waves in stride. “No one wants to be surprised with a broken air conditioner when they need it the most,” Chavanne-Williams advises.

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If this is the year you’re looking to sell your home, spring is the perfect time. Buyers are moving out of sluggish hibernation, feeling fresh and ready to take on the house hunt. “A well-maintained home and documentation of how it was maintained is extremely valuable to your potential buyers,” Chavanne-Williams says. Curb appeal takes off in the season of blue skies and tidy facades, so even pulling weeds and mulching garden beds can help make listing photos pop. Indoors, Chavanne-Williams always recommends decluttering and depersonalizing so that potential buyers can envision their life in your home. Packing away nonessentials for your future move can make this easier.

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For Magnavita, the end game was always establishing a design studio of her own.

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Think about the last medical office you visited. What color were the walls? What did the furniture look like? How would you describe the décor? If you’re drawing a blank, don’t fret. It’s not often that these types of places make a lasting impression. White walls, worn carpeting and humdrum chairs and couches seem to be the norm: bland, at best; downright dreary, at worst. But maybe there’s a different way. A better way. Just ask Linda Magnavita, founder and owner of Little Black House, an interior design studio based in Philadelphia.

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Last year, her team completed an overhaul of the Aether Medicine office in Wayne. The finished product is bright, bold and welcoming—think boutique hotel, rather than drab health center. “It’s like nothing you’ve ever seen,” says Magnavita. In short, if you’re one of the practice’s patients, you might actually enjoy spending time in the space, rather than counting down the seconds until your appointment is over. Magnavita has always had a flair for the creative, although it took a little time to figure out how to best cultivate those budding aspirations. “I was always obsessed with design. I just never put the two together [as a career],” she says. She moved to Allentown with her family when she was in kindergarten. She first attended Central Elementary School and then Raub Middle School.

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I was always obsessed with design. I just never put the two together [as a career]. As a child, she was a gymnast and a cheerleader and developed an interest in the visual and performing arts. She recalls making many trips to the Allentown Public Library and checking out book after book from the art section. Her drawings and paintings won awards. Magnavita moved away from the Lehigh Valley for high school, and then, soon after graduation, enrolled at New York City’s American Mime Theatre to study the performing arts. Magnavita found herself consumed by the omnipresent eye candy of the big city; she describes herself as “obsessed” with interiors. “It was the height of the restaurant scene,” she says. “You could start to see all of the design elements [in the buildings]. I can remember walking around the city and peeking in windows and thinking, ‘look at that lighting, look at that floor.’ That was when it all clicked.” Magnavita decided a change in vocation was needed (another realization: “I didn’t

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end game was always establishing a design studio of her own. “I knew I was never going to grow my own style unless I worked for myself,” she says. In 2006, she did just that, with the founding of Little Black House. But the decision to strike out on her own didn’t spark any of the second-guessing and jitters that sometimes can accompany such a bold move. “I’m a risk taker,” says Magnavita. “It was exciting and fun.” It also probably helped that she’s not averse to change. “I encourage it,” she says. “I get so bored with things.” She started small, first operating the business out of her home before moving into a space in Allentown’s Cigar Factory Artist Studios building in 2018. Two years later, Little Black House relocated to its current home in the upscale Chestnut Hill section of Philadelphia. Magnavita leads a team of four with a goal of creating unique interiors that inspire and excite. She likens a successful design to combining all of the ingredients for a new recipe. “Every project has multiple tasks and although the process is always the same, the end result is always different,” she says. “Seeing it come together is incredibly satisfying!” Little Black House’s portfolio includes work across the residential, hospitality and commercial sectors. The studio’s overall style might be described as bold, simple and fresh, an approach that transcends traditional. And of course, every project presents its own unique set of opportunities and challenges.

“It’s never about me,” says Magnavita. “It’s always a collaboration between the client and myself. When clients let us get to know them, amazing things can happen.” She also believes design, when executed properly, can truly impact lives. “It’s an experience,” Magnavita says. “Design can create so many different feelings for people.” She cites the Aether medical office as an example of how a carefully constructed interior can build upon its utilitarian function. “The owner was interested in creating a space that was fun,

Design can create so many different feelings for people. functional and fashionable. Those were the three words he gave me,” says Magnavita. The office blends elements of the natural world with shades of blue to conjure up the calming effects of the ocean and promote an atmosphere of healing. Another recent project was the Nailplay Studio in Downtown Allentown, with a black-and-white color scheme that was sparked by the building’s concrete floors, which Magnavita insisted remain as part of the finished product. The design combines industrial, modern and masculine elements, but Magnavita says the goal was crafting an interior that promotes a welcoming, spa-like vibe. A long communal table in the center of the salon is meant to invite conversation, an experience similar to sitting around the dining room table with family. “It’s this community moment for everyone, to be fun and playful,” Magnavita says. You can be sure there’s much more to come from Little Black House. And LBH likely won’t remain “little” for much longer, if Magnavita has her way. She envisions moving her team to a bigger space and bringing nearly a dozen more designers into the fold. “The only way is up for us,” she says. littleblackhouse.com

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From Fogelsville to Palmer, Lehigh Valley Martial Arts locations are scattered across the area, and they don’t just offer self-defense and kids’ karate. Tai chi is an ancient practice available to everybody, great for balance, flexibility and peace. Don’t be surprised if aches, pains and anxiety start to diminish as the dedicated and knowledgeable instructors at LVMA guide you through meditative movement.

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Comfort & Character I N CEN T ER VA LLE Y PETERSELL 1808 HOME

A meticulously maintained historic home on a generous plot of land that’s tucked away in a quiet community is many a homebuyer’s dream. And, to be clear, Carolyn Dunham is more than a little bit in love with the Center Valley property she and her family purchased seven years ago, even though it wasn’t exactly what they had in mind when they were shopping around for a new place to live. BY AMY UNGER | PHOTOGRAPHY BY MARCO CALDERON

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“We

had our eyes on a fixer-upper,” she says. “That’s not what we got with this.” But they did get something unexpected and ultimately, appreciated: the chance to write the next chapter for a place already steeped in more than two centuries’ worth of history; and, for Carolyn Dunham herself, an opportunity to dig into a longsimmering passion for design and antiques in both her personal and professional domains. Dunham, a native of the Bethlehem area, has always had an eye for interiors. “I’ve been into décor my entire life,” she says. “I loved decorating my room when I was a little girl.” But later, as a busy wife (her husband, Brad, also a Lehigh Valley native, is a pilot and Navy reservist) and mom with four young children underfoot, moments of free time for dreaming up designs were few and far between. And not only that—Dunham says her home at the time, which she describes as “a very 1990s house” on a small, quarter-acre lot, didn’t exactly inspire creativity. “It was never something I was excited about or gave thought to,” she says. But all of that changed in 2015 when she first laid eyes on a fully restored farmhouse on West Hopewell Road. “It was like a flip was switched,” Dunham says. Funny enough, she had passed the property countless times in the past without giving it a second thought; at the time she and her family were living just a few miles away, and her parents’ home was nearby as well.

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But the farmhouse is set back from the road and shielded from view by hedges and trees, so, as she explains it: “It doesn’t have a lot of curb appeal.” Still, when her realtor mentioned the property was for sale, Dunham decided to check it out. “We knew within four hours it was on the market and we scooped it up,” she says. “We were like, ‘Done. Put the offer in.’” One problem: the Dunhams already had signed a contract to purchase a different home in Center Valley, one Carolyn says she had her eye on for a long time. After years of going back and forth with the homeowner, the wheels were finally in motion to make a deal. Long story short: the deal fell through, the contract was voided and Carolyn and Brad became the proud owners of a five-and-halfacre “gentleman’s farm” and everything that came with it, including the main house and a number of barns and other structures of various sizes. “It’s a maze of different levels and different barns and they’re all connected,” says Dunham.

COPPER FARMHOUSE SINK QUARTZ COUNTERTOPS S UB WAY T IL E B A CK S PL A S H CUSTOM-MADE ISLAND

The primary living space— the farmhouse—was move-in ready. “It was in immaculate shape. There was nothing [the previous homeowner] didn’t touch,” she says. That included making three additions to the house that wrap around the original structure, meaning the stone walls that used to make up the home’s exterior are now inside, adding a rustic air. The additional square footage allowed for the creation of several new spaces, including a family room, sunroom, foyer, office and screened-in porch. The 4,500-square-foot home also has four bedrooms and four and a half baths. There are large windows throughout, suffusing

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the home with a natural, inviting light. The blend of old mainstays, such as the original hardwood floors (“Our goal is to not ruin those,” Dunham says; they have three dogs) and new architectural flourishes, conveys both comfort and character, making the home ideal for cozy family time as well as for entertaining guests. But just because the home didn’t need any alterations doesn’t mean the family hasn’t been busy. “I’ve lost track of how many projects we’ve done,” Dunham says. The kitchen was the first major renovation they tackled. Again—this wasn’t a must-do; the kitchen that came with the home was perfectly

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ORIGINAL HARDWOOD FLOORS

fine and functional, she says. It was more a matter of making the space their own. They put in a new copper farmhouse sink, switched out the existing countertops for quartz countertops, installed subway tile throughout the room and replaced all the light fixtures. Swapping out the island in the center of the kitchen was a bit trickier; when Dunham couldn’t find what she was looking for at her usual haunts, she had one custom-made. The Dunhams also did a major gut on the master bathroom. “It was taken down to the studs,” she says. They pulled down the drywall to expose the original stone wall—formerly an

“I live at flea markets, antique stores, estate sales.”

exterior wall—underneath. They also installed a vaulted ceiling and a bigger window. Other projects inside the home have been more minor undertakings: new paint, new fixtures, a new powder room vanity made from an old barn beam. “We’ve tried to use them wherever we can,” she says of the beams. The décor is all Carolyn Dunham—finally, a clean palette upon which to unleash her inner designer. “From the get-go, my wheels were spinning,” she says. She’s been interested in antiques for years. Ninety percent of her home’s furnishings are what she describes as “somewhat used”—antique or vintage. Dunham says it’s rare for her to

buy retail: “I live at flea markets, antique stores, estate sales.” Her influence is everywhere in the home, from the paintings on the walls to the curios carefully arranged on tabletops and bookshelves. But the goal isn’t filling the home with trivial trinkets or inconsequential “stuff”; Dunham is drawn to items that tell a story or have meaning. If she purchases something that doesn’t quite jibe as she hoped it would inside the home, she adds it to the inventory of Petersell 1808 Home, the business she’s operated since 2017 out of a restored bank barn on the property. It’s not a typical antique store, it’s more like a

specialized pop-up shop that hosts just a few sales a year. “I want it to be an experience,” Dunham says. “The end game isn’t for me to make a sale. I want people to come and feel transported.” She hopes that being inside the barn, wandering from one carefully curated vignette to the next, will send a message to those who might feel a bit overwhelmed at the thought of going antiquing for the first time. “I’ve done all the picking for you,” Dunham says. “This can give you an idea of how you can do this in your own home.” The next barn sale will be held in April. Look for details at petersell1808home.com.

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PETERSELL 1808 HOME

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Petersell 1808 takes its name from the farmer (Peter Sell) who built the barn back in—you guessed it—1808. A white stone on the barn’s exterior is emblazoned with the name and year. Dunham believes Sell himself traced it there with his finger. Uncovering the history of the property has been another source of enjoyment for her. She’s still filling in some of the gaps, but she believes the main farmhouse may predate the Petersell barn by a few years. Sell, she says, was a German immigrant. The property was a working farm—most likely a dairy farm—for five generations. A cathedral barn that’s adjacent to the 1808 barn and much larger in size probably was constructed sometime in the 1920s or ’30s. The Dunhams have used that barn as an event space for the weddings of family and friends as well as other private functions like sports banquets for the four Dunham children: Julia, Ethan, Isabelle and Eli, who range in age from 17 to 24 years old. Sometime in the 1960s or ’70s, the property was used as a wholesale pharmacy business. A guest cottage on the site once served as the business’s office. Dunham says she’s given tours to previous employees who have returned to the property to reminisce in recent years. Perhaps the most modern addition to the homestead is the in-ground pool and pool house the family installed in

2016 and 2017, respectively. The pool house, though far removed from the original plans of Peter Sell and his descendants, was designed and constructed to match the look of the other structures. A sizeable French garden became part of the landscape in 2019. Previously, another barn had been on the site, but when the Dunhams moved in the land was an overgrown field. The Dunhams’ design was inspired by the sprawling, symmetrical gardens of the Versailles palace outside Paris. Beyond a wrought iron entryway, paths lined with pea gravel lead to a central fountain, which is flanked by eight garden boxes, four on each side. White roses climb the stone perimeter. It’s a tranquil space, one of the many outdoor enclaves on the property. “There’s nothing I love more than to be out in my garden or looking for a new project,” she says. While the large-scale renovations required the hiring of professional contractors, Carolyn and Brad have tackled many of the tasks themselves, including installing the entire French garden as well as building five sets of sliding barn doors. Dunham says the entire process has been empowering. “It’s been such a fun, positive experience,” she says. “It’s brought out qualities, skills and gifts we didn’t know existed.” And, as most homeowners will attest, there’s always another project waiting in the wings. Since Dunham both lives and works on the property, she’s keenly attuned to that neverending to-do list. But she’s learning to slow down and enjoy the ride. “It doesn’t have to happen all at once,” she says.

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Design, Creation & Installation

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A Design-Lover’s AWAITS AT

TOWNLEY HOUSE BOUTIQUE HOTEL by D A I S Y W I L L I S photography by M A R C O C A L D E R O N

Once the proud home of one of the wealthy residents of Easton’s “Millionaire’s Row,” the building that is now Townley House Boutique Hotel spent time as a doctor’s office and an apartment building before falling vacant. Singled out by Gusto Group, the hospitality team behind Ocean, Three OAK Steakhouse and River Grille, it’s been lovingly restored with one foot in its rich history and the other in the vibrant present of Easton.

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THERE’S SOMETHING TO SEE EVERYWHERE YOU LOOK, AND THAT’S REFLECTIVE OF THE ARCHITECTURE AND CULTURE OF

Easton.

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Gusto Group’s Creative Director Kate Gjevukaj remembers her first impressions of a run-down old townhouse. “Although it was falling apart, the building itself was incredibly inspiring,” she says. “Original remnants and details you couldn’t recreate today were still there, and we were able to clean it up and let that shine.” With guests at multiple much-loved venues setting Gjevukaj’s ear to the ground, she’d been hearing the clamor for years: “People say they love to come to Easton for the weekend, and where can they stay? We took this on to offer highly personalized service to people drawn to the city’s historical character. This is not a place where you just go and crash.” While the original facade adheres strictly to the historic district’s regulations, new construction off the back creates a hybrid structure and almost a sense of time travel, flowing seamlessly from the cozier front section replete with Victorian detail to the modern rear, opening into higherceilinged, light-filled space. What’s consistent throughout is a weaving together of color, art and history. “We took our cues from the building,” Gjevukaj says. “Easton is known as really being an arts city. You walk in and want to look at every wall. There’s something to see everywhere you look, and that’s reflective of the architecture and culture of Easton in general.” Gusto has recently purchased both the Detwiler and Jacob Mayer buildings in Centre Square, so watch for these properties to reemerge with fresh identities rooted in Easton past and present.

the SITTING ROOM

Gjevukaj was able to preserve the built-in cabinet in the Lounge, replacing its twin with a necessary egress to the courtyard. In keeping with the homage to the woman who once owned the property, touches like the warm blush red walls and feminine art make this a soft place to land during your stay.

the LOBBY

Gjevukaj climbed a ladder and arranged each succulent by hand in the TH emblem featured in the hotel’s back entrance, set off by a grass paper backdrop. The rough-hewn bench below is meant to look startling in this highly polished place, juxtaposing a fine finish with the process that created it. “It’s from a tree we had to take down in the back,” Gjevukaj says. “You do risk getting a splinter when you sit on it!”

the POWDER ROOM

“This pattern is a personal favorite,” Gjevukaj says. And if the tagged IG posts are any indication, guests agree that this riotous room demands attention. The photos framed in the powder room recall stages of Townley House’s restoration in an effort to acknowledge every artisan and worker whose contributions made the finished product.

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Approaching from the back of Townley House, the luminous arches of the bar’s overhang offer an enticing glimpse of the visual adventure inside. Grace Bixler, a relative of Easton’s famous silk manufacturer Herman Simon, bought the building in 1916. “We were really inspired by that,” Gjevukaj says, “so we used the name for Bar Bix.” The eddying installation was conceived of, sketched out and created just for this space, growing gold out of dim lighting to anchor the room beautifully.

the

“TREE” PILLAR

The ivy-wrapped pieces arcing up from Bar Bix’s central pillar are intended to wear a different décor as the seasons change, acting as an “upside down tree” that echoes the verdant flora of the courtyard. The wall is glass for maximum sunshine and opens up in warm weather to blur the line between indoor and out.

the WINE WALL

“We simply needed to store the wine by the bar,” Gjevukaj says, “so that was built as an afterthought.” But like a lot of the impulses this design team follows, it’s resonated beyond expectation with guests. A spotlight is going in on behalf of all the people asking about and taking pictures of this wine rack’s striking herringbone simplicity. “It’s been really gratifying to see how much people appreciate these details.”

the COURTYARD

Passing through a spruced-up original (or at least very old) grocer’s gate, a tunnel-like alley leads to the courtyard and rear entrance. One of a pair of salvaged clawfoot tubs holds pergola-climbing vines in the summer, when this area is a hidden oasis. “We added the beams to create a more intentional space,” Gjevukaj says. “Otherwise the only way to go is up!”

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BAR

THE MOLDING THE CHANDELIER Anyone who has been to Gusto’s Three OAK Steakhouse knows this team will devise whatever custom-made, large-scale light fixtures are necessary to bring the desired ambiance to life. This tiered chandelier with ranked rows of glowing orbs is another lovingly crafted centerpiece drawing attention to the soaring height of the ceiling, suspended for a side view alongside the second- and third-floor staircase and sitting areas.

“The picture molding is specific to the time,” Gjevukaj says, “and there was so much of it.” They were able to restore what was there and, in building the new addition, recognized it was what was missing from fresh drywall halls. That texture helped to warm up a liminal space that often goes bare.

WE’RE NOT INTO

basic.

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the

HALLWAY MURAL

“Nature is a huge theme in all our projects,” Gjevukaj says. The mural as you come in from the 3rd Street entrance was painted by the same artist who did those at OAK. The tree symbolizes rebirth for a building that came into existence in 1866 and was reborn in 2020 as Townley House. Across the hall, the side table continues the tree below ground, a root system painted in metallic cast for an elevated vibe.

the FIREPLACES

“I love the irises in The Parlor,” Gjevukaj says of the pretty pink tiles surrounding the fireplace in Room 101. “They’re lovely.” The many original fireplaces in Townley House are confections of elaborate molding, most so intact they only needed cleaning to spruce them back up. One reason this place lends itself so well as a boutique hotel is the unique touches built in with tile. Mercer tiles from Doylestown’s famous Tileworks lend old-world personality, like in The Shakespeare room. “That was an easy naming process,” Gjevukaj laughs. “All the tiles represent Shakespeare plays.”

the WALL ART

Parlor THE

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Some rooms, like The Peacock room, have art that reflects the motif, and where there isn’t art, there are photographs depicting areas of Easton. While it provides a sanctuary from the city streets, the hotel won’t let you forget what you’re here for! Gjevukaj chose a muted jeweltoned palette for the walls with historic preservation in mind as well as letting those headboards shine. The walls also acknowledge the views from the rooms’ windows, with charcoal balancing the courtyard view and some not-soleafy lookouts getting green walls to make up for it.

Queen ’ s CASTLE THE

the HEADBOARDS

Gjevukaj worked with a Gusto team member who built the headboards’ unique shapes: scalloped, undulating, even crenellated in Room 205, The Queen’s Castle. Many of the vibrant prints came from Spoonflower, where artists offer custom patterns for fabric and wallpaper. Each headboard has an oversize nailhead trim corresponding to the finish of the room’s sconces, be they brass or nickel. TOWNLE YHOUSEHOTEL.COM LEHIGHVALLE YST YLE.COM : MARCH 2022

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TEXT & PHOTOGRAPHY BY ALISON CONKLIN

Pignoli Cookies with Chef Salvatore Cardamuro

Pignoli cookies are available year-round at Mario’s Italian Eatery.

Chef Salvatore Cardamuro grew up in the service industry. His parents always owned restaurants, and his earliest memories are helping out in the busy kitchen as a child. “I have worked back of the house to front of the house and everything in between. It has truly given me a complete understanding and perspective of how to make a restaurant run smoothly,” he says. “I remember making sauces and kneading dough as a kid in my parents’ restaurant. I loved to be part of it all and never dreamed of any other career.” Cardamuro’s Sicilian and Neapolitan heritage is important to him and his cooking style is greatly centered around that. “What I love most about cooking is being able to share my culture with everyone.” Here, he is sharing a recipe for “the most popular Italian cookie,” the Pignoli. Cardamuro remembers visits with his grandparents as a child, playing cards with his grandfather and baking these cookies with his grandmother—traditions that have become some of his fondest memories. The charm of this cookie is the intense almond flavor with a chewy center and crisp outside studded with pine nuts. Pignoli cookies are a staple at any Italian bakery and are available year-round at Mario’s Italian Eatery at Simon Silk Mill in Easton, where Cardamuro has worked since February 2021 as the executive chef. It is a recipe he knows by heart, is super simple to make, uses fresh ingredients and is one cookie that he is confident everyone in your family will love. Serve them with a hot cup of espresso and you will have a new favorite dessert. Mario’s Italian Eatery 669 N. 13 th St. Suite A-102, Easton 610.438.0311 | marioseaston.com

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

INGREDIENTS Equal parts blanched almonds, ground down, and confectioners’ sugar 2 egg whites per every pound of cookie mixture 1 Tbsp. almond extract

INSTRUCTIONS Mold the cookies into circles and roll them in pine nuts. Bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes.

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INSIDE DISH

BY CARRIE HAVR ANEK | PHOTOGR APHY BY ALISON CONKLIN

Westside Grill USHERS IN A NEW ERA OF HOTEL DINING

While described as a modern American steak and seafood restaurant, Westside Grill is not as fancy and specialoccasion-only as steakhouses tend to be.

35 oz. Prime Tomahawk

Served with grilled asparagus and crab mac and cheese

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In the western end of the Lehigh Valley, you’ll find a great restaurant in what is perhaps a seemingly unlikely destination—a Hyatt hotel. Westside Grill, which opened in December 2021, is worth seeking out. But let’s get this out of the way first: yes, there’s definitely an old stigma against restaurants in hotels—at least ones that are in more suburban or even side-of-the-road destinations, as opposed to ones in fancy hotels in major metropolitan areas. Even with its location at Hyatt Place and Hyatt House, Westside Grill resists the stigma easily. The first impression of Westside Grill? You don’t really feel as though you’re in a hotel. The restaurant is easily accessible from the hotel, but it seems to occupy its own discrete wing—there’s a dedicated entrance separate from the rest of the property (same goes for the event center). Your first impression surpasses the average hotel restaurant, too, as it consists of some spectacular interior design with a neutral greengray, a hue that’s bound to give the gray tones of the past five years something to think about. The interiors were designed by esteemed New York-based Champalimaud Design, and the result is a space that imparts touches that feel both modern and a bit vintage but in a seamless, classy way. Good design creates interiors that feel like their own world, and that’s been achieved here. The hotels and restaurant are owned by the family-run Jaindl Land Company, and operated by TKo Hospitality. David, Jackie and their son Adam Jaindl gave careful

thought to the project, whose wheels started to turn in 2019, before the pandemic. However, Air Products built a brand-new headquarters right across the road from the hotel and restaurant, and more development is planned, making the 200-plus-seat restaurant (and its extensive outdoor seating areas) a smart, informed move. But at the end of the day, as Jackie put it, “We wanted a place that served the kind of food we like to eat.” It’s really as simple as that— and if you could, wouldn’t you do the same? A hotel needs to feed its guests, and even if some of those rooms contain small kitchens, anyone who has traveled at some point wants a break from the four walls of

Ian Beard Executive Chef

their temporary space. When there’s a welcoming spot onsite, so much the better. But Westside Grill is bringing people in, whether they’re local or passing through. Either way, the impetus on the part of the restaurant is typically the same. “I’ve always been a food and beverage person, and making someone feel at home when they're away from home, whether it’s after a wedding, out with friends or while traveling, is gratifying,” says Scott Craver, restaurant manager. Craver is a hospitality industry veteran and Lehigh Valley native who’s worked in the region for many years, including many on the board at Discover Lehigh Valley. Along with Kevin Knauss, food and beverage manager, and chef

Smoky Maple Old Fashioned Knob Creek maple bourbon and orange bitters

Ian Beard, who’s cooked at Shula’s and Edge, the place is in more than capable hands. Upon first impression, you might be tempted to describe Westside Grill as a steakhouse, because it does offer a variety of cuts from prime filets and aged New York strips to black Angus bone-in rib eyes to the very fancy prime tomahawk for two, served dramatically on a butcher block with a choice of two sides and a flourish of arugula or other greens. Although Craver describes Westside Grill as a “modern American steak and seafood restaurant,” it’s more than that—but most importantly, it’s not as fancy and specialoccasion-only as steakhouses tend to be. You’ll find chicken and lamb along with scallops, wild Atlantic salmon and lobster tails. The menu includes some customary nods to the Jaindl family’s longtime association with

turkey farming, with a turkey pot pie and a turkey soup on the menu. But don’t miss the blackened sirloin tips (they’re so good as a bar snack, or order them with the wedge salad, served with a decadent housemade blue cheese dressing). Other standouts include the seemingly endless pot of chicken and seafood paella. Westside Grill serves breakfast to its hotel guests, but it offers lunch and dinner seven days a week due to the nature of its location. That means you’ll also find sandwiches (burgers, crab cakes, French dip, etc.) and plenty of salads. Look for an old-school classic Sunday brunch to hit their schedule soon; there never seems to be enough places for brunch. Oh, and don’t sweat it if you’re vegetarian or vegan, or will be coming in with a diner who eats that way. Feel free to call ahead and see what they can do; chef Beard knows his way around

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INSIDE DISH

There’s a demand for these multistep craft cocktails,” says Knauss. The soda is put to creative use in desserts, too—you can order a flight of ice creams (from Batch Microcreamery in Allentown) and one of them will include a sorbet using orange cream soda from A-Treat. You can of course buy wine by the glass (and the bottle, too), and there are about a dozen beers both locally and nationally recognized on tap. But let’s face it; many of us have a soft spot for A-Treat. “They just produce some really great flavors and we wanted to incorporate them into our menu,” says Craver. Speaking of flavors, Westside Grill is still so new, but it shows much promise. The flavors are sure to evolve as word gets out, people start to respond to what’s being served and the region’s farms and purveyors start to play various roles in the development of the menu. “We’re on the right track,” says Knauss.

Jackie & David Jaindl that fare and will make you something more special than pasta and veggies, which is the altogether too common restaurant default menu item for these dietary preferences. But honestly, whatever you order is going to both look and taste great. Beard, who has enthusiasm for his craft in spades, knows that the power of food lies in what you see and smell first. “That is the beauty of culinary,” he says. “You are engaging all those senses before you even taste anything.” And so, the plates are presented in a creative yet straightforward manner; you’re not hunting for ingredients or left to wonder, upon its arrival, what exactly you ordered in the first place. One of the unique aspects of the restaurant involves cocktails that use A-Treat soda. Longtime residents of the region may remember that the brand recently almost went out of business until the Jaindl family purchased it. If you're looking for an adult dose of nostalgia, the Double Bubble cocktail is a sweet sip consisting of Three Olives Bubble, lemon juice, cranberry and A-Treat bubble gum soda. Garnished, of course, with a nugget of bubble gum. The Pineapple Colada Punch similarly presents a combination of cream of coconut, rum, pineapple juice, Luxardo maraschino cherries and a dash of pineapple A-Treat soda. “People are happy to try something new.

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Wild Atlantic Salmon Grilled with lemon dill cream sauce

Westside Grill 621 Grange Rd., Allentown 610.508.4500 westsidegrillpa.com

*Please check their website and/or social media for current operating hours and procedures. Hours Mon.–Thurs. & Sun.: dinner: 5–9 p.m.; Fri. & Sat.: dinner: 5–10 p.m.; Mon.–Sat.: lunch: 11:30 a.m.–2:30p.m.; Sunday Brunch is in the works, too, as of this writing.

Parking Enormous lot—no worries there

Reservations Accepted

What to Order If you want a cocktail, start off with the Smoky Maple Old Fashioned, with Knob Creek maple bourbon, orange bitters and still smoking upon delivery. Appetizers not to miss include the seared ahi tuna and the Bang Bang Shrimp, the latter of which is so addictive, you might need two orders if you don’t want fights at the table. Someone in your party will want the Pineapple Colada Punch, which features A-Treat soda; its tropical presentation and taste are sure to please. Oh, and dinner? Wedge salad, cioppino, paella, or try the aged beef. Fish lovers, be sure to ask about the catch of the day, but the bar menu offers some fantastic shrimp tacos with a jicama slaw if you’re craving something more straightforward. The lobster mac and cheese is never a bad idea; it’s a decadent side regardless of whatever else you order.

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DINING GUIDE

Photo by Alison Conklin

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Live Entertainment

Gluten-Free Options

Outdoor Seating

Vegetarian Options

Entrée Price Range:

Wheelchair Accessible

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

Serves Alcohol BYOB

*Highlighted entries are Lehigh Valley Style advertisers. Look for their ads in this edition!

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

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

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

MELT *We recommend checking each individual restaurant’s website and/or social media to confirm whether it is open and accessible during these unprecedented times.

5036 Hamilton Blvd., 610.351.8222, notchmknb.com

SAVORY GRILLE

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

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

Favorite Locally Sourced

610.845.2010

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$$$

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

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

Lehigh

The Promenade Shops at Saucon Valley, 610.841.9399, torrerestaurant.com

CASA TORO MEXICAN GRILL $$

7001 Rte. 309, Coopersburg, 610.282.8888, casatoromexgrill.com

Mexican restaurant and bar specializing in authentic, time-tested recipes and award winning margaritas. Lunch & dinner.

$$$

GLASBERN INN

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.

GRILLE 3501

$$$

3501 Broadway, Allentown, 610.706.0100, grille3501.com

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

2934 Seisholtzville Rd. Macungie

A culinary gem housed in the historic Seisholtzville Hotel, Savory Grille takes gives back to a time when fine dining was an experience to be savored. Dinner.

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

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

Wed.-Sat. 4:30-10pm Sunday 1-8pm

$$$

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

TOP CUT STEAKHOUSE

THE GRILLE AT BEAR CREEK $$

SavoryGrille.com

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

Modern American with an Asian Twist. Lunch & dinner.

FOLINO ESTATE VINEYARD & WINERY

order from our curbside menu and shop our retail offerings at

$$$

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

NOTCH MODERN KITCHEN & BAR $$$

Berks

Savory at Home

$$$

MADELINE’S

1250 Turnstone Dr., Fogelsville, 484.277.2250, madelinesfogelsville.com

HOPS FOGELSVILLE $$ 7921 Main St., Fogelsville, 610.395.3999, hopslehighvalley.com

Historic pub serving up all American classics with weekly specials to make mouths water. Lunch, dinner & late night.

TORRE

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.

WHITE ORCHIDS THAI CUISINE

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

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

Northampton BLUE GRILLHOUSE & EVENT CENTER

$$$

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

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

BRAVEHEART HIGHLAND PUB

430 Main St., Hellertown, 610.838.6555, bravehearthighlandpub.com

Authentic Scottish pub. Great atmosphere, food and beer. Lunch, dinner & late night.

DIG IN!

BRÜ DADDY’S BREWING CO. 732 Hamilton St., Allentown, 610.351.7600, brudaddysbrewingcompany.com

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

BURGERS AND MORE BY EMERIL $$

77 Wind Creek Blvd., Bethlehem, 877.726.3777, windcreekbethlehem.com

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

Stop in and try one of our legendary margaritas!

DIMAIO’S ITALIAN RISTORANTE & PIZZERIA $$

VOTED FAVORITE MEXICAN BY LEHIGH VALLEY STYLE READERS

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.

$$$

EDGE RESTAURANT 74 W. Broad St., Bethlehem, 610.814.0100, edgerestaurant.net

An all-scratch kitchen “combined with a fun, relaxed atmosphere, you get edge.” Lunch, dinner & late night.

EMERIL’S CHOP HOUSE

$$$

77 Wind Creek Blvd., Bethlehem, 877.726.3777, windcreekbethlehem.com

Indulge in a variety of irresistible dishes featuring tender steak cuts, mouth-watering prime rib and so much more. Dinner.

THE FLYING EGG

451 Main St., Bethlehem, 610.691.5100, theflyingeggbethlehem.com

Boutique diner serving breakfast all day & lunch in the heart of Bethlehem. Breakfast, brunch & lunch.

GREEN VIDA CO.

Enjoy Southern Italian cuisine inspired by a grandmother’s recipes and Chef Giacomo’s passion to preserve the delicious dishes of his childhood and heritage

5000 Bath Pike, Bethlehem 610.419.1051 // NonnaSulina.com

1800 Sullivan Trl. Suite 330, Easton, greenvidacompany.com

Café and cold-pressed juice bar, using local and organic ingredients. Breakfast, brunch & lunch.

WEDNESDAY–SATURDAY 11:30AM–10PM | SUNDAY 4–9PM SUNDAY BRUNCH 11:30AM–2PM LAST SUNDAY OF EVERY MONTH

HOPS FOGELSVILLE

A Taste of Sicily

7001 PA ROUTE 309, COOPERSBURG

610.282.8888 // casatoromexgrill.com

Tues.–Sun. 11:30am–9pm // Closed Mondays Dine-in | Takeout | Catering | Call for Reservations

7921 Main St., Fogelsville, 610.395.3999, hopslehighvalley.com

Historic pub serving up all American classics with weekly specials to make mouths water. Lunch, dinner & late night.

THE MARKET GOURMET EXPRESS

77 Wind Creek Blvd., Bethlehem, 877.726.3777, windcreekbethlehem.com

All the classic favorites in one place. Nathan’s hot dogs, burgers, pizza, salad, sushi, ice cream and coffee. Lunch, dinner & late night.

NONNA SULINA’S

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5000 Bath Pike, Bethlehem, 610.419.1051, nonnasulina.com

Sicilian Grill & Kitchen. Brunch, lunch & dinner.

OCEAN

235 Ferry St., Easton, 610.559.7211, ocean235.com

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. Dinner & late night.

PECULIAR WINE BAR & BITES 520 Main St., Bethlehem, 610.419.1736, peculiarwinebar.com

Intimate wine bar serving small bites with a unique wine selection by glass or bottle. Dinner.

STEELWORKS BUFFET & GRILL

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

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

$$$

THREE OAK STEAKHOUSE 323 Northampton St., Easton, 610.559.5510, threeoaksteakhouse.com

Classic American steakhouse with an extensive wine list and beautiful destination decor. Dinner.

YIANNI’S TAVERNA

$$$

3760 Old Philadelphia Pike, Bethlehem, 610.410.9300, yiannistaverna.com

Authentic Greek restaurant specializing in the clean flavors of the Mediterranean and seafood. Brunch & dinner.

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EAT THIS

BY K RIS T EN WAGNER | PHOTOGR A PH Y BY M AT T HE W C A NNON

The Slider Bar BLENDED BY BRÜ DADDY’S

After realizing just how popular sliders were amongst Blended by Brü Daddy’s guests, executive chef Gil DeGruccio worked with Cassie Ryan, VP of food and beverage, to develop an entire line of 14 different sliders. “We wanted to match our menu to the way people want to eat when they are out with friends and family,” says CEO and president Richard Ryan. “They want variety, they want to share food and they want smaller portions. The Blended Slider Bar allows us to meet all those needs.” Most diners opt for the Phantom Hat Trick, which allows them to select any three sliders on the menu. Ryan says guests love the Allentown Hot Chicken, Bourbon Bacon Burger, Turkey Apple Brie and South Philly Cheesesteak. The restaurant has plans to rotate the offerings seasonally, featuring

Opt for the Phantom Hat Trick and enjoy any three sliders of your choice.

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heartier varieties in the fall and winter and lighter ones in the spring and summer. “We also see totally new ones emerging yearround,” says Ryan. “The Slider Bar allows us to create on the food side of our business and offer our guests the variety they are looking for. The possibilities are endless.” Enjoy your sliders with one of Blended’s craft beers. “One of our best pairings would be Brü Daddy’s Black Sheep schwarzbier, which is a traditional German-style black lager,” says Ryan. “On the lighter side, we also have our Gloves Off amber ale, which pairs well with some of our cold sliders like the Turkey Apple Brie.” 27 N. 7 th St., Allentown 610.674.0602 | blendedbybrudaddys.com

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