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ost areas have qualities and products that make them unique in one way or another. For Pittsburgh, it’s Primanti Bros. Sandwiches and its 446 bridges. For Philly, it’s the cheesesteak and the Liberty Bell. Berks is no exception. We’ve asked two prominent residents to weigh in on what makes our area one-of-a-kind and what they love about it. Check out what they had to say…
Justin Spannuth 40, OF BLANDON VP/COO OF UNIQUE SNACKS How long have you lived in Berks County? All of my 40 years. If you were hosting a guest and wanted to show them the top three spots in Berks that you love, where would you go and why? • Because it’s always a request, the Pagoda. • Down Penn Avenue to enjoy the local microbreweries. • Although we don’t do public tours, I’d have to give them a tour of Unique Snacks to enjoy a fresh hot pretzel right out of the ovens. When I want to enjoy my favorite snack in Berks, I go to: Dutch Maid Bakery for their donuts! My favorite event in the area is: • The Pretzel and Beer Fest in West Reading • Runner-up: Fire + Ice Festival in downtown Reading If I’m looking to enjoy an upscale dinner for a special occasion, I would make a reservation at: Building24 in Wyomissing. I would order the smoked wings (black truffle cayenne flavor), an Old Fashioned, and one of the specials because they are always amazing. A hidden gem in Berks County is definitely: The Bridge Inn in Oley with the upstairs martini bar and Frank and Diannah’s Arbor Inn are both great! The trails and scenery for biking and hiking, like Hawk Mountain and the converted rail beds, they are way underrated as well. 24
SEPTEMBER 2021 | berkscountyliving.com
