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Readers voted for their favorites in restaurant, food & drink, home & garden, fitness, aesthetics, professional service categories and more. The winners are revealed!
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At holiday time, Elaine Pottberg decorates her home, which was designed by C. Emlen Urban, with finds she has purchased during storeclosing sales and at events such as the Brimfield Antique Flea Market in Massachusetts.
14. Event-Full
November is filled with events that allow us to enjoy the waning days of fall and usher in the holiday season.
18. Uptown & Down
Michael Upton attended the 2023 debut of the Yuletide at the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire and reports on what you can expect for the 2024 holiday season.
24. Life of a Party
Jill Brown visits with Sam and Dena Lombardo to learn about the fundraising event they hosted in July to benefit God’s Love We Deliver, which is based in New York and whose volunteers deliver food to people who are too ill to cook for themselves.
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86. Foodographer
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Rochelle Shenk visits El Serrano, which is once again a Best of Lancaster winner.
96. Neighbors
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NOVE M BE R Ushers in the Holiday Season
It’s November and the calendar is filled with activities that allow you to enjoy the waning fall season, support your community and welcome the holidays. Visit lancastercountymag.com for an expanded list. Our picks for December will be posted online later in November.
Silent Samaritan Luncheon
November 8
Inn at Leola Village
Empowering women is the goal of the Silent Samaritans. As part of the Samaritan Center, which offers counseling, business consulting and other services, the Silent Samaritans hosts a fundraising luncheon each year; proceeds are used to provide financial support to women who are seeking counseling through the Samaritan Center but find the cost is beyond their means. This year’s keynote speaker will be Marsha Curry-Nixon, the founder and executive director of Amiracle4sure, Inc., a ministry that is focused on renewing, refreshing and restoring life to individuals who have been impacted by negative experiences. 11:30 a.m. 38 Deborah Dr., Leola. Information: samaritanlancaster.org
Thank You Veterans Concert
November 11
Garden Spot Village Chapel
The New Holland Band presents a Veterans Day concert that features music popular with our service men and women from throughout our nation’s history. The program will include tunes that kept our GIs marching, as well as songs that reminded family members of loved ones stationed far from home. 7 p.m. 433 S. Kinzer Ave., New Holland. Information: Newhollandband.org
Earl David Reed
November 15
Mickey’s Black Box
A well-known stand-up comedian with multi-decades of experience, Reed has appeared on The Tonight Show, at hundreds of venues (including Atlantic City and
Las Vegas), and has had various radio gigs – all while offering clean, classy, non-offensive improvisational material. 7 p.m. 101 Rock Lititz Blvd., Lititz. Information: Mickeysblackbox.com
Family Fun Fest: The Pack Drumline
November 17
Winter Visual & Performing Arts Center
Blending Southern show-style drumming with intense upbeat choreography, The Pack Drumline creates an electrifying performance with dynamic rhythms and high-energy beats. From the opening notes to the final crescendo, these America’s Got Talent winners captivate with expert percussion, energetic choreography and stunning visuals, demonstrating incredible range and versatility. This production will have you dancing in the aisles! Children’s activities will be held in the lobby beginning at 2 p.m. Show starts at 3 p.m. 60 W. Cottage Ave., Millersville University. Information: ArtsMU.com
Servant Stage’s Sunday Night Cabaret with Brandon Cameron
November 17
Magic & Wonder Theatre
The Servant Stage alum and current Hadestown cast member will return “home” to perform his favorite songs and stories. Originally from New Jersey, Cameron considers Lancaster to be his second home. He has performed and worked with multiple theatre companies throughout Pennsylvania, including Servant Stage, American
Music Theatre and Sight & Sound Theatres. He has worked as a performer since he was 7 years old, and became an educator, director and choreographer while still in high school. He continued performing and teaching through college and graduated with a BFA in Musical Theatre in May 2022. In September of that year, he joined the Broadway company of Hadestown, where he remains currently and continues to work as an educator, teaching Broadway masterclasses, voice, acting and dance to students from all over the country. 7 p.m. 3065 Lincoln Highway East, Paradise. Information: Servantstage.org
Christmas Trains at Strasburg Railroad
November 16-December
Strasburg Railroad
The Strasburg Railroad ushers in the holiday season with an array of themed trains. The November schedule includes Santa's Paradise Express, which welcomes Santa to ride aboard the Paradise-bound train. Children 11 and under will receive a special gift from Santa. Schedule begins November 16. The Night Before Christmas Train recreates the excitement and anticipation of Christmas Eve. It begins its run on November 29. These and other themed train rides will continue through December. 301 Gap Rd., Strasburg. Information: Strasburgrailroad.com
ExtraGive
November 22
Lancaster County
During this 24-hour fundraiser, join thousands of community members as they make online donations to more than 400 local organizations that directly impact the quality of life in Lancaster County. Launched in 2012 by the Lancaster County Community Foundation, the ExtraGive is considered to be Lancaster County’s biggest day of giving. Last year, $8.86 million was raised. A festive countdown party is held at the Lancaster County Convention Center. Many participating organizations will be hosting their own fundraisers and celebrations throughout the day; details can be found on the website. The ExtraGive countdown festivities will be held from 8 p.m.-midnight. 25 S. Queen St., Lancaster. Information: ExtraGive.org
Illumination
November 22- December 22
Prima
This immersive candlelit holiday concert, featuring a grand piano, musicians and vocalists, will offer captivating renditions of beloved holiday classics, all the while the audience will be enveloped in a radiant ambiance, making for an unforgettable holiday experience. Times vary. 941 Wheatland Ave., Lancaster. Information: Primatheatre.org
The History of Sweitzer Barns in Lancaster County
November 23
Historic Rock Ford
Author, historian and consultant, Greg Huber, will delve into the history of the two-level bank barn (aka the Sweitzer), which was likely the first barn of its specific type in North America, appearing initially in the middle-third of the 18th century. Learn about the various factors that helped to influence the making and use of this barn. Appropriately enough, Huber’s presentation will take place in the Langmuir Education Room located on the first floor of the Rock Ford Barn, which is an outstanding example of this style of barn architecture. After the presentation, Huber will have copies of his book, The Historic Barns of Southeastern Pennsylvania, available for purchase and signing. 1 p.m. 881 Rockford Rd., Lancaster. (Note: there is an admission charge.) Information: Historicrockford.org
Tree
Lightings
November 29
Lancaster
Mayor Sorace will light the tree in Penn Square, signaling the start of the holiday season in Lancaster. Santa will also be on hand, as will live entertainment. Central Market will be open late that evening (5-8 p.m.) with select standholders offering warm beverages and yummy treats. Festivities start at 5 p.m. Penn Square, Lancaster. Information: Visitlancastercity.com
Ephrata
Walk down Main Street at Christmastime and you’ll feel as if you’ve landed on the set of a Hallmark movie (actually, drone shots of Ephrata have appeared in several of the network’s movies). Ephrata’s tree lighting is an extravaganza that also includes the arrival of Santa (who will be at Whistlestop Plaza on Fridays and Saturdays through Dec. 21) and an appearance by the Belsnickel (according to German folklore, he visited homes ahead of Christmas to check on the behavior of children). Santa’s Big Book (an Ephrata tradition) will also be on hand for kids to sign. Food trucks and entertainment will also be provided. 5-8 p.m. Main St., Ephrata. Information: Mainspringofephrata.org
(Smoketown Location Only) December
• Colorful poinsettias
• Fresh wreaths & greens
• Hand-decorated boxwood trees (a Ken’s Gardens tradition)
• Dried flowers • Gift cards
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From Knights to Holiday Sights
’Tis the season, and nowhere gets more into holiday character than the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire, where summer’s jousting knights and fair maidens are replaced by a wonderous winter wonderland. The magic of the holiday season comes alive amid a realm of fanciful characters, pleasing delicacies, superb beverages and a selection of unique gifts
BY MICHAEL C. UPTON
Last year marked the debut of Yuletide at the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire. As we passed through the gates, everything felt slightly familiar but with a festive twist. After being greeted by a basket-wielding townsperson handing out maps and an event timetable, we quickly made our way to a performance at the Hart Stage, one of the eight performance areas throughout the grounds. There, we watched Yuletide Tales by the Fantasticals, a merry group embodying all things winter.
The Fantasticals were a hodgepodge of holiday characters, including a reformed Ebenezer Scrooge
(played by Jake Dailey), Jacob Marley (Tay Porter), and an older Tiny Tim (Cole Parker), mixed with The Sugar Plum Fairy (Sheila Barton), Jack Frost (Graham Luker) and The Snow Queen (Harper LaBrozzi). Together, they performed a hilarious retelling of blended tales, filled with improv games and a little audience participation. (Be sure to visit the Faire’s website, parenfaire.com, to check out this year’s schedule, lineup of activities and performances, themed weekends and other happenings.)
AT THE SAME TIME, over at the Moon Stage, townsfolk played Reindeer Games – another improvbased performance. As we wandered about, we noticed a crowd gathering around Krampus (Matt Celly). With his sharp fangs and long, twisted tongue, he may have struck fear into the hearts
A parade of carolers entertained visitors with the songs of the season.
of mischievous children, but adults eagerly snapped photos of this darker side of the season.
At 1:30 p.m., the Grand Yuletide Parade of wassailers snaked its way through the shire, from The Globe Fountain to the Swashbuckler, where Father Christmas (Doug Wallace) read stories to young and old. Afterwards, we decided to split from the crowd and head to the Absinthe Garden, an oasis for adults. We sent the under21s to the S’mores Station, where they happily roasted marshmallows, while we enjoyed an R-rated comedy performance by Arthur Greenleaf Holmes, England’s Preeminent Poet
of the Perverse. His one-man act had the audience in stitches as the bartender mixed drinks with Ren Faerie Absinthe. Some cocktails were simple, like the Root of All Evil (root beer and absinthe), while others, such as the Cranberry Krampus (absinthe, cranberry juice and ginger beer), were festive for the occasion. Here and other spots around the Faire served brews from Swashbuckler Brewing Co. The Hart Stage Bar offered a wide selection of libations, including clover mead, plum wine, fruited ciders and even eggnog for those who preferred it.
AFTER SOME TIME, we ventured
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A warm drink is always appreciated on a chilly
Visitors are greeted by townspeople providing maps and schedules of events.
Clockwise from top left: Krampus was both revolting and fascinating.
The Mount Hope Mansion was decorated to reflect holiday décor and entertaining in the 1800s. Daisy Grubb (center), who was the last Grubb family member to live there, was “on hand” to greet visitors.
S’mores Station was a busy place.
December day.
back out onto Guildman’s Way, interacting with various townsfolk, including the whimsical confectioner Benjamin T. Fraiche (Richie Richardson) and Noel the Elf (Jessie Smith). Many of the regular vendors who work the Ren Faire were still open during the holiday event, making it a wonderful place to shop for unique gifts. I found handcrafted reindeer antlers for my daughter at one spot and honey-related stocking stuffers –including those honey sticks everyone loves – at The Crown & The Comb. There was also Yuletide merch available (and the Mount Hope Wine Shop was open, too). As we perused the shops, we ended up in the gaming glen, where the kids tried their hands at archery, axe throwing and feats of strength. I was never one for the giant turkey leg, so I was glad to spot Archer’s Cheese Kitchen & Pantry, which served artisan grilled-cheese sandwiches. I also enjoyed kabob items from Steak on a Stake. The Royal Kitchens were open too, offering sit-down service at the Anchor & Mermaid, while nearly
every food stand sold hot chocolate.
LAUGHTER AND SONG filled the air. Three times each day, the Deere Reign Family Carolers took the Hart Stage. Vicky Vixen Deere (Grace Taylor) was the life of the party, while Demetria Dancer Deere (Jordan Bell) was footloose and full of holiday spirit. The most reserved member of the troupe, Norah Dasher Deere (Robin Fertitta), brought her own unique energy to the group. Led by Uncle Jonathan Euchariah Donner Deere (Pete Hedberg), the twin-family of singers included Henrietta Comet Reign (Christina Coulter), Penelope Prancer Reign (Delaney Hagy), Chester Cupid Reign (Matt Levy), and Percival Blitzen Reign (Nick Wasileski). Rudolph, it seemed, was an outcast.
In between shows, the Carolers wandered the grounds. We ran into Chester and Percival, who may have had a bit of grog to warm himself, while the ladies of the Deere family flitted about nearby. They posed for a photo, bewildered by the “apparatus” I used
to capture the moment.
For those wanting to join the festivities in costume, a themed contest took place at 12:15 and 2 p.m. In 2023, the theme changed each weekend, with ugly sweaters, Charles Dickens and holiday movies as focuses, all of which will return this year. (As per the Faire’s costume policy: costumes must be appropriate for all ages; shoes are mandatory, and offensive language or imagery is not allowed. Layered clothing may be searched, and full-face masks must be removed upon request.)
BEFORE DEPARTING, we visited the Mount Hope Mansion, where the rooms of the circa-1800 Victorian home had been transformed into a seasonal wonderland. Daisy Grubb (Jennifer Espenshade) and other merrymakers roamed the house, chatting with guests who marveled at the intricate Christmas tree displays on the first floor. The mansion had been set up to host a series of interactive dinner theater events – I think I might check those out this year!
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Yuletide at the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire will welcome visitors November 29-December 1, as well as December 7-8 and 14-15. Hours are from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Parking is free, and most events at the Faire are dog friendly (guidelines and the “dog decrees” can be found on the website: parenfaire.com).
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Michael C. Upton works as a freelance writer specializing in arts and leisure covering subjects ranging from funk punk to fine wine. He graduated with a BFA in Creative Writing from the University of Maine at Farmington and is actively published by trade journals, specialized websites, and regional and national magazines. Upton lives in Lancaster County with his wife, Mel, and two youngest children, Halligan and Teagan. Tyler, his oldest son, is a graduate of The Culinary Institute of America.
Life of a Party
FROM LANCASTER, With Love.
Sam and Dena Lombardo connect the Lancaster community with the New York City-based God’s Love We Deliver, which provides seriously ill people with nutritious meals.
BY JILL BROWN PHOTOGRAPHY BY NICK GOULD
New York, New York –known for its toughness, gruffness and every-manfor-himself attitude. And yet, there’s another side to this gritty metropolis. Meet God’s Love We Deliver – a nonsectarian organization dedicated to delivering nutritious, high-quality meals to seriously ill people who are unable to provide or prepare meals for themselves. Started in 1985 in response to HIV/AIDS patients who were too ill to cook for themselves, God's Love We Deliver now has 23,000+ volunteers who serve cancer patients and other seriously ill individuals, delivering over 4 million meals a year – and, it is all free of charge to the recipients.
One hundred sixty-five miles away, from the rolling farmland of Lancaster County, there is a direct connection to this shining example of humanitarian effort in the Big Apple: Sam and Dena Lombardo. Growing up in Lancaster’s Cabbage Hill, the self-described “bootstrap entrepreneur” started his adulthood serving in the U.S. Army in Vietnam. Some rough-and-tough jobs wrangling heavy equipment for PP&L and welding for RCA eventually led Sam to the industry that offered him his lifetime career opportunity, insurance.
Creativity, determination, risktaking and an entrepreneurial talent for spotting a niche opportunity in the healthcare insurance industry sparked Sam’s vision for developing a new way for municipalities, banks, independent colleges and eventually other businesses to provide health insurance for their employees. Thirty-some years later, Sam has divested most of his ownership of his legacy company –Benecon – where he remains chairman emeritus. Now he enjoys dividing his time among Lancaster, Lititz, Vero Beach and New York.
Dena and Sam Lombardo hosted the event that served as a benefit for God’s Love We Deliver.
Lombardo’s Restaurant is located at 216 Harrisburg Avenue in Lancaster. For more information, visit lombardosrestaurant.com. For more information about God’s Love We Deliver, visit GLWD.org.
Clockwise from top: Stephen Covello (God’s Love We Deliver chief philanthropy officer), Dena and Sam Lombardo, chef Amanda Freitag, and David Ludwigson (God’s Love We Deliver president and CEO).
Guests received tote bags from God’s Love We Deliver.
Celebrity chef, Amanda Freitag, with Lombardo’s head chef, Shawn McKinney, and the waitstaff.
Lamb shoulder with black garlic local yogurt, smashed cucumber and sumac salad.
Roasted peach salad of prosciutto, pistachio and Stracciatella
When staying at their Brooklyn condo in Dumbo (Down Under the Manhattan Bridge Overpass), Dena relies on a personal shopper, James, to streamline her shopping experiences. It was James who shared his enthusiasm for God’s Love We Deliver. To Dena, it sounded like an amazing organization that was doing extraordinary work. Sam agreed. “We loved what God’s Love We Deliver did,” says Dena. “Every person we met in the organization was so wonderful. Their
mission and the people drew us in.”
WITH THE LOMBARDO FAMILY’S 78-year-old restaurant now under Sam’s ownership and management, the energized couple saw the opportunity to bring awareness of God’s Love We Deliver to the generous Lancaster community and make the connection. It began in 2023 with a fundraiser featuring a five-course dinner served at Lombardo’s for about 100 guests. But not just any dinner. God’s Love We Deliver is blessed with the support of
many outstanding, high-profile chefs, some of whom serve on its board of directors. Michael Anthony, executive chef of the renowned Gramercy Tavern, and God’s Love board member, served as guest chef for the event, working with Lombardo’s culinary team to deliver an exceptional dining experience.
THE HEARTFELT connection between Lancaster and God’s Love was cemented, and in July 2024, a second sold-out event brought loyal patrons and new supporters to the dinner, this time led by celebrity chef and cookbook author, Amanda Freitag.
The five-course dinner entailed roasted peach salad with prosciutto and pistachio; garganelli pasta with roasted cherry tomatoes, arugula and corn; seared swordfish in green peppercorn butter; lamb shoulder with black garlic local yogurt and smashed cucumber; and, with a sweet nod to Lancaster County, a red velvet whoopie pie dressed up for the occasion in dark chocolate sauce.
Uplifting news was shared about God’s Love We Deliver’s outreach, its ever-growing need for funding and the leadership’s appreciation of Dena and Sam for creating the memorable event, whose proceeds will help God’s Love continue their daunting mission. “This event is a true testament to the power of community,” said Stephen Covello, God’s Love’s chief philanthropy officer. “Our heartfelt thanks go out to Sam and Dena, whose hospitality set the stage for an unforgettable evening.”
Even sweeter than the evening’s whoopie pie ending was a surprise performance by award-winning pianistsinger-composer, Billy Stritch, who entertained the crowd with an intimate New York cabaret-style performance. Hearts warmed by friendships, food and good deeds done, guests were treated to one more takeaway – signed copies of Amanda Freitag’s cookbook.
Owner of Jill Brown Publicity, Marketing & Events, Jill brings highlights of Central Pennsylvania’s social scene and special events to Lancaster County Magazine’s readers. Do you have an event that you would like to have covered by Life of a Party? Contact her at jillianbrown@live.com.
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Whoopie pies await their turn to shine.
Megan Lombardo and Gerard Inguagiato
Wendy and Sean Dowling
James and Anne Louise DeBord
Pianist and vocalist, Billy Stritch, made the trip from New York to provide music.
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Kylie and Dan Cappello
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Chef Amanda Freitag and the culinary team take a breather before the first course is served.
Seared swordfish with charred lemon and green peppercorn butter
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Christmas at Stone Gables Estate Christmas at Stone Gables Estate
Imagine spending the holidays in a cozy cottage or a beautiful mansion, with more than 1 million lights glowing in the distance. Such a getaway is possible, thanks to the new short-term lodging options that Tierney and David Abel have added to the 280-acre estate in Elizabethtown that once was owned by chocolate mogul, William Klein III.
It’sfunny how fate – or in the Abels’ opinion, God –intervenes in our lives. “I don’t believe there are coincidences in life,” Tierney says. “Things happen for a reason.” Take Stone Gables, for instance. In the mid-’80s, David happened to be driving along Market Street in Elizabethtown, when he noticed a man erecting a For Sale sign in front of the Klein home. Intrigued, he stopped and discovered the man was none other than William Klein III, who had built the house in 1924 on the
highest point he could find that would provide a view of his chocolate factory (now M&M Mars).
David saw the property as being the perfect home for his family that eventually included 15 children, a dozen of whom had been adopted from around the world. When he became the owner of the house, David doubled its size, adding a conservatory, enlarging the kitchen/breakfast area and incorporating amenities such as a 19-seat theater, a museum and outdoor features. The estate would
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also become the home of Brittany’s Hope, a foundation that honors one of the Abel children who was tragically killed in a traffic accident, and benefits abandoned children the world over.
Fate (or God) also played a role in David and Tierney becoming acquainted. Tierney, who grew up in the Midwest, had spent much of her life in Florida, where she had been a successful real estate agent for 30 years. David is the founder of DAS Distributors, which specializes in truck
and auto supplies, travel gear and mobile electronics. Thirteen years ago, the two were in California for businessrelated reasons. “Neither of us wanted to go,” recalls Tierney, who was there to address a real estate symposium. “We were both busy; but we went.”
The two not only ended up on the same flight on their return to the East Coast, but they were seated next
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The Rockin’ Retro’s chic living room pays homage to mid-century styling.
The wall mural brings back memories for Tierney. Her parents operated an A&W drive-in franchise, where she began working as a “curbie” at the age of 14.
The blow-mold Santa also fits into the retro décor. The vintage aluminum Christmas tree (with an accompanying color wheel) provides the room with the perfect holiday touch. (FYI: the television actually works.)
The kitchen and dining area also treats guests to “blast from the past” styling, right down to the table-top access to the jukebox and the CocaCola signage. Wanting to do something creative for the windows, Tierney made valences out of vinyl records.
The Cozy Cottage
to each other. “I’m used to asking people questions, so I interrogated him,” Tierney recalls. A long-distance, two-year courtship ensued. Marriage followed and Tierney moved to Lancaster County. “I love it here, but Florida will always have my heart,” she says. “In fact, I still have a house there.”
Growing Stone Gables
It was obvious from the outset that David had gained a perfect partner in Tierney. She laughs and says, “David’s gift is vision; I consider myself to be the armchair quarterback who takes that vision and runs with it.” Together, they come up with ideas and new projects for the estate of which they consider themselves to be its stewards as opposed to being its owners. When asked if they put limits on discussing business, Tierney thinks a moment and says the only instance she can think of is the first time they drive through
the Christmas lighting display. “We agree just to take it all in, enjoy it and not offer any critiques,” she says of the display that has steadily grown in size and scope over the last several years and this year will offer three new features. “If you love what you do, then it’s not work,” Tierney says of incorporating their shared love of antiques, period architecture and time-honored craftsmanship into the estate’s venues and attractions.
Of course, the crown jewel of Stone Gables Estate is The Star Barn, which is surrounded by smaller outbuildings that once comprised a farm in Middletown. Dating to 1877, the Gothic Revival-style barn performed its duty until 1986, when farming operations ceased, and the property was eventually reduced to slightly more than three acres. A lack of maintenance led to the barn’s steady deterioration, as did the effects of traffic on busy Route 283 and continuous development around it. Efforts to save the barn were launched
but really never gained traction. In 2014, alarmed at the condition of the iconic barn, the Abels made inquiries about purchasing it, becoming its owners by year’s end. Their intention was to dismantle the barn and rebuild it at Stone Gables. More than a year was spent on ironing out zoning issues and securing continued National Register status. “It was a long and involved process,” says Tierney. By 2016, with approvals in place, the dismantlement of the barn began, as did excavation work at Stone Gables. In 2017, a barn-raising festival was held that involved 4,000 participants. Companies and tradespeople that specialize in historic preservation and period building techniques added their talents to the venture. “We asked them to do some very difficult projects,” Tierney says of the authenticity they aimed to achieve. Since then, The Star Barn has hosted countless weddings and events. Together with the other outbuildings, the area is now called The Star Barn Village.
Clockwise from top left: The Cozy Cottage’s living room was updated/ backdated with a new fireplace surround and ceiling beams. Art and a view from the window allude to the attractions that Stone Gables has to offer. “Cozy collage” defines the main-floor bedroom.
The Klein Mansion
The Abels also acquired what is now called Ironstone Ranch. The 100acre property dates to 1860, when it was used as a dairy farm. In 1928, it became a fruit farm and later, a Christmas tree farm. From a historical perspective, Civil War troops once crossed the property, as did President Lincoln’s funeral train. It’s home to a restored barn, an orchard, a “country chic” farmhouse that is available for short-term rentals, as well as a smaller barn. It also functions as a working horse ranch and is used for everything from weddings to Civil War reenactments. The ranch is also unique in that 100% of the net profits from events held there benefit Brittany’s Hope. It represents the Abels’ mission to host “Events with a Purpose.”
Yet another site – St. Michael’s Vineyard – has been transformed into a Victorian garden. It provides amenities such as a 30-foot-wide gazebo, an outbuilding from The Star Barn property that is referred to as Corn Crib II, a Tuscan tent with hand-hewn support columns and beams, an iron Victorian gazebo and a solarium, which is deemed the most romantic spot on the property.
Getaways
The Abels’ newest venture focuses on short-term rental homes. Many of the seven properties are located along North Market Street and date to the ’40s and ’50s, although several are older, while two are more current. “We had so many people asking us where they could stay, where could they eat out, that it got us thinking along those lines,” Tierney explains. As “fate” would have it, the project got a jumpstart when the Abels were presented with a proposition they immediately agreed to. A house along North Market was in need of TLC. They were asked to buy it, with the caveat that the elderly occupant could continue living there. The Abels agreed to the request. It fell to Tierney to plan its revival and design its décor. She loved the idea of honoring the house’s midcentury pedigree. “I said, ‘Let’s keep its character, but update it.’” Carrying out the plan was a challenge Tierney relished, as she is the ultimate shopper.
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The Klein Mansion’s main sitting room features high ceilings, plush furnishings, a Christmas tree and other seasonal decorations.
The mansion’s kitchen and breakfast room have been updated over the years.
Tierney is reminded of Florida when she steps into the dining room that is located in the conservatory. It’s been updated with a new wall mural, a dining table from Italy (signed by the owner of the company) and lighting that was sourced from a company in Florida.
“When I was working in real estate, I was doing staging before it was a thing,” she recalls. “I’ve always loved interior design, so I always kept my eyes open for things and pulled from my inventory when a house needed something to show better.”
She continues that methodology. Living in Lancaster has widened her horizons thanks to antiques meccas such as Adamstown and Columbia, public sales (which she loves), and quaint shops. “Everything is different and new to me up here,” she points out, saying she has been stimulated by the new horizons the region offers in the realm of antiques and creativity. She also is a devotee of online auctions and travels to gift shows in Atlanta in search of items. “Fortunately, I have a husband who gives me great leverage,” she says. “I have storehouses filled with stuff that I know I’ll eventually use.”
In designing the short-term rentals, Tierney likes to add an element of whimsy, otherwise, each property is unique. “I never do the same thing twice,” she says. Tierney named the mid-century house The Rockin’ Retro. Taking down walls allowed her to create a spacious getaway that features a living room, kitchen/dining area and
three bedrooms/baths.
“Most of the furniture came from the Black Angus in Adamstown,” she notes. Walk in the front door and you’re greeted by brightly colored mid-century-modern furnishings and a mural (actually, it’s wallpaper) that depicts an A&W Root Beer drive-in. The mural has sentimental value, as Tierney’s parents operated an A&W franchise. “I became a ‘curbie’ at the age of 14,” she says of her first job.
In the kitchen, the original aqua stove top and oven provided the inspiration for the space’s design and color scheme (fortunately, she was able to find a matching refrigerator, as well as smaller appliances). The breakfast room continues the color scheme. Here, the theme is soda fountain, complete with a jukebox, custom booth and Coca-Cola memorabilia. However, the most eyecatching element might be the window valences. “I wanted to do something unique,” she says. Voila! Vintage 45 records and albums solved the dilemma. A black-and-white hexagontiled floor unites the two spaces, as does a mural that complements the one in the living room. Guests appreciate the attention that was paid
to detail (one called it “amazing”), while others have described the property as “hip” and “one of the coolest” places they had ever stayed.
A few doors down, there is a property that’s been named The Cozy Cottage. Dating to the ’40s or perhaps the ’50s, the Cape Cod was also updated with a new kitchen, while the three bedrooms were transformed into suites with the addition of bathrooms. In the living room, the fireplace was updated with a salvaged surround and beams were added to the ceiling. The theme of the cottage subtly pays homage to farm life through art and accessories.
Yet another property, The Newville Nest, has been fully remodeled and offers a bright and airy interior. Its theme is horses and even includes a “Cowboy Quarters.” The Liberty Spring House is a cozy one-bedroom cottage that sits on the shore of Lake Liberty and has a view of The Star Barn. The newest addition is Hollinger House, which Tierney views as the perfect corporate retreat for someone who is in the area for business purposes.
The crown jewel of the lodging choices is The Klein Mansion. “When I moved to Lancaster, David still had
The Star Barn is the centerpiece of the Christmas activities that are held at Stone Gables, including a drive-thru lighting spectacular that involves more than 1 million lights.
eight kids living at home,” Tierney explains. “When we became emptynesters – the youngest is now in college – we thought it was time to downsize. The house was just too big for two people.” They remodeled a house on the property to serve as their home and turned The Klein Mansion into a fabulous getaway that especially appeals to wedding parties, in that it offers seven bedrooms, six baths, two living rooms, a conservatory that is furnished as a dining room, a gorgeous kitchen/breakfast room, as well as other amenities. The mansion comes with parameters: you must rent the entire house, which means you could invite 12 or 13 of your nearest and dearest friends to accompany you, as capacity is limited to 14.
For the Christmas season, each of the properties is decorated. “We don’t go overboard,” Tierney says. “We just give them a touch of Christmas.” After all, with over 1 million LED lights glowing a short distance away, there’s plenty of Christmas cheer to enjoy. Guests who stay at Stone Gables over the holiday season receive tickets for the drive-thru lighting display, Christmas Village and the National Christmas Center, the museum that was formerly located along Lincoln Highway East and was relocated to a nearby DAS facility while it awaits a new home at Stone Gables.
In addition to the lighting display and the National Christmas Center, dinners (10 are scheduled for 2024) and other events are held at The Star Barn, a Christmas Village pops up at Ironstone Ranch and train excursions with Santa are held. “Last year, we had more than 8,000 cars drive through the lighting display,” Tierney notes. “We also had nearly as many visitors at the National Christmas Center and on the train rides.”
An Eye to the Future
The fact that the lodgings have proven so popular prompted the Abels to consider moving even more in that direction and offer additional amenities. The short-term rentals have been a hit with wedding parties
(especially for destination weddings), as well as for weekend getaways, family get-togethers (such a cousin’s reunion), girlfriend weekends and even a horse lover’s “Sweet 16” birthday. “We could accommodate a family vacation or reunion for as many as 44 people through our short-term rentals,” Tierney reports.
The popularity of the lodging options has prompted the Abels to put onsite dining on the drawing board. “We get so many requests that we decided it’s time to address that,” says Tierney.
The Star Barn Manor House, which is in the planning stages, will include two restaurants, 14 guest rooms, a music room and a salon. “It will be lavishly done … but on a budget!”
The Abels also are continuing their mission to save period architecture. A more recent acquisition is the Coleman Chapel, which dates to the 1890s and is in West Lebanon Township. The stone structure was purchased in 2022 and will provide yet another wedding venue at Stone Gables. “We’ve also purchased a log home in Schaefferstown, as well as a grist mill that will become an eightroom inn,” Tierney says. “We like things to be of the same vintage,” she says of 19th century architecture. “Everything at Stone Gable has a history.”
Also on the drawing board is
repurposing the Belmont Barn, which once stood along the Fruitville Pike, to become the home of the National Christmas Center. It, too, will offer a dining venue, as well as meeting space. “We are expanding our efforts to attract more corporate events to Stone Gables,” Tierney shares, noting that The Star Barn has successfully hosted proms, a winter social event for homeschooled students, and benefits for nonprofit organizations.
Of course, an operation as large as Stone Gables Estate could not function without the help of a dedicated staff.
“Fortunately, we have people on staff who just love to work here. We’re truly a team,” she says of the 20 full-time and 50 part-time employees who work there in various capacities. “We’re always looking for talented people to join us.”
Stone Gables Estate’s Christmas Light Drive-Thru begins November 29 and continues through January 4 (closed Sundays, Christmas Eve/Day and New Year’s Eve/Day). Hours are Monday-Thursday, 5-8 p.m. and Friday-Saturday, 5-9 p.m. For information about this and other Christmas events at Stone Gables, as well as short-term rentals, visit stonegablesestate.com.
Several years ago, artist Liz Hess created a series of paintings that focused on The Star Barn. Here, David and Tierney Abel check on her progress. Photo by Nick Gould.
What a difference three years made in Casey Kaufhold’s Olympic experiences
In Tokyo and Paris. Success (a bronze medal) and the energy and atmosphere of Paris have prompted her to set her sights on the Games in Los Angeles (2028) and Brisbane, Australia (2032). As for 2036, who knows? “After all, I’ll only be 32, which is peak age for an archer,” she says.
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you want to see it?” Casey asked. “Of course I do,” I responded. Out of a bag emerged Casey’s bronze Olympic medal she won in the mixed-team archery competition with Brady Ellison as her partner. Made of copper, it’s surprisingly heavy. And, it‘s absolutely beautiful. “It’s kind of emotional to hold it,” I commented. “I know,” she said. “It’s probably why I cried throughout the medal ceremony. It was very
OLYMPIAN OLYMPIAN OLYMPIAN Casey Kaufhold
OLYMPIAN OLYMPIAN OLYMPIAN
Using her favorite recurve bow, Casey Kaufhold takes aim at the Best of Lancaster logo. She was photographed in the shooting center at Lancaster Archery Supply, which her father, Rob Kaufhold, founded in 1983. During Olympic competition, archers were required to aim at targets that were positioned 70 meters away from the start line.
When flying, Casey does her best to schedule direct flights, as she doesn’t want to take a chance of her gear not making the connecting flight.
emotional and almost overwhelming. All I could think about is that here I am, part of an exclusive group at the age of 20. Brady and I had both been striving for this moment for a long time. It’s always been a dream to win an Olympic medal. For us, that bronze medal felt like gold. We felt like winners,” she says of the moment they realized the bronze was theirs and reacted with unbridled joy. “People were kind of surprised by my reaction.”
DESIGNING AN OLYMPIC MEDAL
It turns out that a lot of thought and discussion was devoted to designing the medal for the 2024 Paris Olympics and Paralympics. The process began with the formation of the Paris Athletes Commission, which was charged with brainstorming ideas that would result in a design that would merge Parisian aesthetics (from a fashion perspective) with France’s proud history. The resulting idea was to incorporate the iconic symbol of both Paris and France, the Eiffel Tower, into the design of the most coveted souvenir of the Games: An Olympic medal.
Executing the actual design was assigned to the jeweler Chaumet, which is part of LVMH, a conglomerate comprised of 75 companies that specialize in luxury goods and is based in Paris. (LV stands for Louis Vuitton, while MH represents Moët Hennessy; the two companies originally merged in 1987.)
According to the website of the Olympic Games, incorporating the Eiffel Tower into the medal was achieved in a “meaningful and memorable” way. Built over a two-year period beginning in 1887, the tower has been renovated on several occasions. With each update, the iron that was removed was saved. Because of the availability of the iron, the idea to incorporate actual pieces of the tower into the design of the medal was born, with the Eiffel Tower Operating Company agreeing to provide the needed material. As a result, the center of each medal contains a hexagon-shaped piece of raw iron that mimics the dimensions of France, and is engraved with the legend, Paris 2024, and images of the Olympic flame and the Olympic rings. The iron is held in place by appendages that resemble the rivets that were used to build the tower. The medal’s sparkle was created through incorporating lines
Casey began competing on the local level at the age of 8. By 11, she was competing nationally and by 13, internationally.
Casey received so much gear and clothing from the USA Olympic Committee and companies such as Nike, that she had to buy an extra dresser to store it in.
that radiate from the iron centerpiece.
The back of the medal harkens to tradition, in that it pays homage to the Games’ Greek origins through depicting the goddess of victory, Nike. The design also features the Acropolis and the Eiffel Tower in the background.
The fashion element also comes into play in that a Louis Vuitton case accompanied each medal. “It’s my most prized possession,” Casey says.
FROM TOKYO TO PARIS
As a 17-year-old, Casey had the honor of competing in the Tokyo Olympics (2021) that had been postponed for a year due to Covid. With restrictions still in place, athletes gathered in Tokyo to compete in empty venues. The American archers were scheduled to share living quarters with the swimmers, “but they never showed up,” Casey says. “I don’t know if they were reassigned or found alternative space.”
Ah, but Paris was a totally different experience. Ten family members and friends made the trip, including her parents, Rob and Carole. “It was so nice to have that support,” she says, adding that she got to spend time with them nearly every day. This time around, the women’s archery team shared living quarters with the women’s tennis team. “That was so much fun,” Casey says. “It was exciting to help Coco Gauff get ready for the opening ceremony – she was one of the flag bearers [along with LeBron James].”
She also loved the opening ceremony that saw the athletes sail down the Seine aboard boats. “We were leery of the rain, but it actually added to the magic of the evening,” Casey notes. Because the United States contingent was among the last to depart, the Americans saw little of the entertainment. “We went back to the dorm and watched it on television,” she reports. However, she loved the camaraderie that developed aboard the boats. “At one point I happened to see Brady [Ellison] talking to Steph Curry like they were long-lost friends.”
As for the competition, qualifying rounds began two days before the opening ceremony. The outdoor venue, which featured Napoleon’s tomb as a backdrop, was beautiful. “Beach volleyball got the Eiffel Tower,” she notes. Casey qualified for the women’s event and ultimately finished in 17th
Casey’s bronze medal is surprisingly heavy and is absolutely beautiful. The centerpiece of the medal was fabricated from iron that was salvaged from the Eiffel Tower during renovation projects carried out since it was originally built in 1887. The ring Casey wears is from the 2021 Olympic Games in Tokyo. The team received their Paris rings during a gathering that was held in Washington, D.C. in early October.
place (admitting nerves got the best of her). The women’s team event saw the U.S. finish in ninth place. For the mixed-team event, Casey was paired with Brady Ellison and together they finished in third place. “It was the first time a mixed team from the U.S. won a medal, and it was the first time since 1988 that an American woman won a medal in archery, so I was proud that I was able to do that,” she comments.
After claiming their medals, Casey and Brady headed for U.S.A. House, where they were given a hero’s welcome and took part in the ritual whereby medal winners deliver speeches and then present medals to individuals they felt had been most influential in helping them achieve their goals. For Casey, that person was her coach, Heather Pfeil. Then she took part in a phenomenon known as Media Day, which ended with an appearance on NBC’s prime-time coverage that was anchored by Mike Tirico. “I was surprised by how long they kept me on,” Casey admits. “It was a much longer interview than I expected.”
A FAMILY AFFAIR
Casey’s father, Rob Kaufhold, has been involved in archery nearly all his life, from both a sport and hunting perspective. The two seem to piggyback off each other, Casey points out, noting that bow hunters often find themselves drawn into archery as a competitive sport and vice versa. Rob Kaufhold, who inherited his love for archery from his parents and grandparents, always dreamed of operating a business devoted to archery. Winning a national championship as a high school student led to a college scholarship that took him to James Madison University in Virginia, where he majored in business management. “He was an alternate for the 1980 Olympics,” Casey says of the Games the United Stated elected to forgo.
Rob achieved his goal of opening an archery-related business in 1983, taking over a small portion of a block building in Smoketown. Casey’s mother, Carole, also came from an archery-loving family and utilized the services of Lancaster Archery Supply.
“That’s how they met,” Casey says. (Carole has been the company’s CEO since 1994.)
Over the past 38 years, that 25x40 square-foot shop has grown into a 32,000 square-foot complex that is home to a pro shop, shooting center and an academy that was founded in 2013 and serves as an educational/ training facility. The Kaufholds credit the area’s many bow hunters and archery enthusiasts for Lancaster Archery Supply becoming the largest business of its kind in the United States. Success also motivated the family to become distributors of archery products (including products they have developed). That portion of the business is based in an 80,000 square-foot warehouse.
Lancaster Archery Supply also hosts an annual tournament, the Lancaster Archery Classic, which will be held January 23-26 at Spooky Nook Sports. Since its inception 23 years ago, the tournament has grown to become the largest indoor tournament held on the East Coast.
DNA DRIVEN
Of course, it only made sense that Casey and her brother, Connor, would be absorbed into the world of archery. Casey, who also loved gymnastics as a youngster, began competing in local archery events at the age of 8. Three years later, she was competing on the national level. By 13, she had progressed to international competition and attended the Youth World Championships in Argentina.
All the while she climbed in the standings, Casey was a student in the Conestoga Valley School District. “The district was very supportive,” she notes. “I was in-person during the fall, and online in the spring. The teachers were a huge help, plus I tried to work ahead.” Following graduation, Casey enrolled at Texas A&M (where Connor is now a student). The professors weren’t as supportive and when Casey was faced with choosing to qualify for the Tokyo Olympics or taking an exam, she had a decision to make. “There was no way I was missing qualifying for the Olympics, and I wasn’t taking an F for not taking the test,” she states. Instead, she
dropped the class and ultimately elected to put college on hold. “I decided that maybe college wasn’t for me.”
Casey continues to compete (she attended Nationals in Texas shortly after returning from Paris). While many sports require rigorous training on an almost-daily basis, Casey reports that’s not the case with archery. However, she is vigilant about her diet and fitness level. “Core strength is really important, as is balance,” she notes. To stay in shape, she concentrates on eating a lot of protein and staying hydrated with water. In the gym, her routine focuses on the lower body one day and the upper body the next. Cardio helps to maintain her stamina, as competing entails standing for long hours. She has also adopted meditation as a way to steady her nerves.
Casey also tries to achieve a good work/life balance. “I love to sew,” she says and reports that she is in the process of making a wedding gown for a friend. She also loves to refinish and upcycle furniture. “I like just about anything that lets me be creative,” she adds, noting that graphic design is another interest, hence she helps with Lancaster Archery Supply’s social media presence. Connor adds his expertise to the company’s IT department.
POST OLYMPICS
Casey had little time to celebrate her achievement when she returned home. In late August, she was off to Texas for Nationals. In late September she was tapped to appear at a Luke Bryan Farm Tour concert in the Pittsburgh area. Then, it was off to Washington, D.C., to be reunited with the U.S. Olympic team. The agenda included a visit to the White House (where they would meet the President and receive their Olympic rings), a gala dinner at a local hotel and a day of seminars and workshops. Casey’s schedule also included a trip to College Station in Texas to see friends and then helping with a tournament in Alabama. Now, it’s time to prepare for the indoor season.
For more information about Lancaster Archery Supply, visit lancasterarchery.com.
Upon learning they had won the bronze medal, Brady and Casey reacted with unbridled joy. World Archery photo
Brady and Casey pose with the silver-medal team from Germany and the gold-medal winners from South Korea. According to Casey, South Korea dominates archery on an international level. World
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Casey with her parents, Carole and Rob Kaufhold, who traveled to Paris to watch her compete.
Courtesy of Casey Kaufhold
Casey was cheered on by a contingent of family and friends during competition in Paris. Courtesy of Casey Kaufhold
Casey was paired with Brady Ellison for the mixed-team competition. World Archery photo.
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RESTAURANTS
The secret’s out: Lancaster is a foodie paradise! “Forget the Hudson Valley. New Yorkers looking for a quiet respite from city life without sacrificing culture, design and a rich culinary scene should look further west, to Lancaster, Pa., to wile away a weekend. The best thing, however, is the food. Young chefs are coming to the city in droves, opening new spots …” New York Post, September 20, 2016. The October issue of Food & Wine magazine deemed the Lancaster food scene “travel worthy” and suggested 19 restaurants and food venues to visit.
Breakfast
Gracie’s on West Main (Leola)
Whisk Café (Elizabethtown)
Gus’s Keystone Restaurant (Mount Joy, Ephrata)
Brunch
Whisk Café (Elizabethtown)
(Tie) Rachel’s Café & Creperie (Lancaster) and Ida’s Café (Rohrerstown)
Lunch
Cravings Gourmet Deli (Lancaster)
Isaac’s Restaurants (multiple locations)
CoffeeCo (multiple locations)
Dinner
The Belvedere Inn (Lancaster)
Lancaster Brasserie (Lancaster)
Ciro’s Italian Bistro (Lancaster)
Buffet/ Smorgasbord
Shady Maple Smorgasbord (East Earl)
Miller’s Smorgasbord Restaurant (Ronks)
Dienner’s Country Restaurant (Ronks)
Casual Dining
Mick’s All-American Pub (Mount Joy, Lititz, Willow Street)
The Brickerville House Restaurant (Brickerville)
Gus’s Keystone Restaurant (Mount Joy, Ephrata)
Outdoor Dining
T. J. Rockwell’s (Elizabethtown)
Tobias Frogg Restaurant (Lancaster)
Funck’s Restaurant & Bar (Leola)
Celebrating/ Special Occasions
The Belvedere Inn (Lancaster)
Fireside Tavern (Strasburg)
(Tie) Josephine’s Downtown (Lancaster) and The Log Cabin (Leola)
Hotel Restaurant
Plough, Lancaster Marriott Penn Square (Lancaster)
Cork & Cap Restaurant, Cork Factory Hotel (Lancaster)
Osteria Avanti, Inn at Leola Village (Leola)
Pub/Bar
Frogtown Café (Marticville)
McCleary’s Public House (Marietta)
Annie Bailey’s Irish Public House (Lancaster)
Take-out
Caruso’s Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria (multiple locations)
Rice & Noodles (Lancaster)
Jade Garden (Mount Joy)
New Restaurant
BierHall Brewing (Lancaster)
The Coffin Bar (Lancaster)
Bert & The Elephant (Lancaster)
Coffee/Tea Shop
CoffeeCo (multiple locations)
Square One Coffee Roasters (Lancaster)
Mean Cup (Lancaster)
Bakery
Rise Bake Shoppe (Mount Joy)
Lancaster Cupcake (Lancaster, Granite Run)
Achenbach’s Pastries (Leola)
Ice Cream
Fox Meadows Creamery (Ephrata, Leola)
Pine View Dairy (New Danville)
Splits & Giggles (Lancaster)
Pretzels/Snack Food
Hammond’s HandMade Pretzels (Lancaster)
Dutch Country HandRolled Soft Pretzels (Mount Joy)
Auntie Anne’s Pretzels (multiple locations)
Brewery
Mad Chef Craft Brewing (East Petersburg)
Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant (Lancaster)
Moo-Duck Brewery (Elizabethtown)
Winery
Nissley Vineyards
Winery & Estate (Bainbridge)
Waltz Vineyards Estate Winery (Manheim)
Grandview Vineyard (Mount Joy)
FOOD & DRINK
Lancaster has regained its reputation as a brewing powerhouse and it’s definitely gaining ground as a coffee mecca. Ice cream? In the opinion of Lancastrians, it’s an integral part of the food pyramid. History?
Lancaster Central Market is the oldest publicly owned farmer’s market in the United States!
Specialty Cakes
House of Clarendon (Lancaster)
(Tie) Rise Bake Shoppe (Mount Joy) and Oregon Dairy (Lititz)
Candy
Evans Candy (Lancaster)
(Tie) Miesse Candies (Lancaster) and Spence Candies (Elizabethtown)
Catering
Cracked Pepper Catering (Lancaster)
Gourmet Julie’s Way (Lancaster)
Rettew’s Catering (Manheim)
Farmers Market
Lancaster Central Market (Lancaster)
Root’s Country Market & Auction (Manheim)
Harvest Lane Farm Market (Lititz)
Food Truck
Chellas Arepa Kitchen (Lancaster)
Gourmet Julie’s Way (Lancaster)
(Tie) Fuego Latino Food Truck & Catering (Elizabethtown) and Walk-O Taco (Lancaster)
Grocery/ Food Store
Stauffers of Kissel Hill (Rohrerstown, Lititz, Mount Joy)
Giant Food Stores (multiple locations)
Weis Markets (multiple locations)
SPECIALTIES OF THE HOUSE
“A Global Feast in an Unlikely Spot: Lancaster, PA.” Headline from The New York Times, July 23, 2019
Asian-Fusion/ Sushi
Oka Asian Fusion (Lancaster)
Ginza Sushi (Greenfield)
Mojo Asian Cuisine & Sushi Bar (Lititz)
Chinese
Hong Kong Garden (Lancaster)
Café East (Centerville)
Jade Garden (Mount Joy)
Indian/Nepalese
Himalayan Curry and Grill (Lancaster)
Norbu (Lancaster)
Taj Mahal Restaurant (Lancaster)
Italian/ Mediterranean
Ciro’s Italian Bistro (Lancaster) Lombardo’s Restaurant (Lancaster)
Nonna Rosa Traditional Italian Kitchen (Akron)
Mexican/Latin American
El Serrano (Lancaster)
Tequila Mexican Grill & Bar (Lancaster)
Cocina Mexicana (Lancaster)
Pennsylvania Dutch
The Restaurant & Buffet at Oregon Dairy (Lititz)
Dienner’s Country Restaurant (Ronks)
Shady Maple Smorgasbord (East Earl)
Burgers
Cabalar Meat Co. (Lancaster)
Route 66 Restaurant (Lancaster)
Horse Inn (Lancaster)
Pizza
Caruso’s Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria (multiple locations)
Pizzeria LUCA (Lancaster)
(Tie) Pizzeria 211 (Southern Market) and Hot Z Pizza (Landisville) and
DiMaria’s NY Pizza and Italian Restaurant (Mount Joy)
Sandwiches
Isaac’s Restaurants (multiple locations)
The Sandwich Factory Sports Lounge (Neffsville)
(Tie) Cabalar Meat Co. (Lancaster) and Bruno’s Hoagies (Greenfield and Lititz)
Wings
Beanie’s Bar & Grill (Mount Joy)
American Bar & Grill (Lancaster)
Mick’s All-American Pub (Mount Joy, Lititz, Willow Street)
Seafood
Kyma Seafood Grill (Stevens)
Gibraltar Restaurant (Lancaster)
The Fat Crab Café/ Mr. Bill’s Seafood (Lancaster)
Steak
401 Prime (Lancaster)
The Belvedere Inn (Lancaster)
Johnny’s Bar & Steakhouse (Stevens)
Vegetarian/ Vegan
Root (Lancaster)
Harvest Seasonal Grill (Lancaster)
(Tie) Himalayan Curry and Grill (Lancaster) and Norbu (Lancaster)
Beer Selection
The Fridge (Lancaster)
Mad Chef Craft Brewing (East Petersburg)
Funck’s Restaurant & Bar (Leola)
Wine/Spirits Selection
Harvest Seasonal Grill (Lancaster)
Gibraltar Restaurant (Lancaster)
Ciro’s Italian Bistro (Lancaster)
Cocktails/ Mocktails
The Belvedere Inn (Lancaster) Horse Inn (Lancaster)
Proof Lancaster (Lancaster)
Dessert
Bistro Barberet & Bakery (Lancaster)
Lancaster Cupcake (Lancaster, Granite Run)
Fox Meadows Creamery (Ephrata, Leola)
THINGS TO SEE AND DO
Boredom is not associated with Lancaster. There is so much to see and do here that it’s mind boggling! From local talent to the stars of stage, screen, politics and music making special appearances, the world has become our oyster, whether we want to have fun, be entertained or become more knowledgeable.
Art Gallery
EsōArts (Lancaster)
Liz Hess Gallery (Lancaster) (Tie) Friendship Heart Gallery & Studio and Lancaster Galleries and Red Raven Art Gallery (all in Lancaster)
Art/Crafts/ Maker Show
Long’s Park Art Festival (Lancaster)
The Rotary Club of Lititz Craft Show (Lititz)
Mount Gretna Outdoor Art Show (Mount Gretna)
Fair/Festival
Elizabethtown Fair
West Lampeter
Community Fair
Ephrata Fair
Family Fun
Dutch Wonderland (Lancaster)
Go’N’ Bananas (Lancaster)
Cherry Crest Adventure Farm (Ronks)
Golf Course
Lancaster Country Club (Lancaster)
Overlook Golf Club (Manheim Twp.)
Crossgates Golf Club (Millersville)
Live Music Venue
Tellus360 (Lancaster)
American Music Theatre (Lancaster)
Long’s Park Summer Music Series (Lancaster)
Museum/ Heritage Site
North Museum of Nature and Science (Lancaster)
Landis Valley Village & Farm Museum (Lancaster)
LancasterHistory (Lancaster)
Park/ Recreations Area
Long’s Park (Lancaster)
Silver Mine Park (Conestoga)
Overlook Park (Manheim Twp.)
Performing Arts
Fulton Theatre (Lancaster)
Sight & Sound Theatres (Ronks)
American Music Theatre (Lancaster)
Pick-YourOwn Produce/ Flowers
Cherry Hill Orchards (New Danville)
Country Joy Flowers (Elizabethtown)
Masonic Village Farm Market (Elizabethtown)
Special Occasion Venue
Bluestone Estate (Refton)
(Tie) The Farm at Eagles Ridge (Lancaster) and Cameron Estate Inn (Mount Joy)
SHOPPING
Lancaster has become a shopping mecca for locals and visitors in search of everything from clothing and jewelry to quilts, handcrafted furniture, antiques, collectibles and vintage.
Clothing Store/ Boutique
Boscov’s Department Store (Lancaster)
Ruthie’s Apparel (Ronks, Bird-in-Hand)
(Tie) Filling’s Clothing (Lancaster) and Fashion Cents (multiple locations)
Jewelry
Brent Miller Jewelers & Goldsmiths (Lancaster)
(Tie) Koser Jewelers (Mount Joy) and Maejean Vintage (online/appt) and Ream Jewelers (Lancaster)
Antiques/ Collectibles
Burning Bridge Antiques Market (Columbia)
Antique Village of Strasburg
(Tie) Bootleg Antiques (Columbia) and Brickerville Antiques Barn (Brickerville) and Puttzin’ (Holtwood) and Tollbooth Antiques (Columbia)
Consignment
Next to New Fine Clothing (Lancaster)
Fashion Cents (multiple locations)
Wearhouse Consignment (Landisville)
Thrift Store
Main Street Closet (Willow Street)
Community Aid (Lancaster)
Mount Joy Gift & Thrift (Mount Joy)
Vintage
Space (Lancaster)
(Tie) Maejean Vintage Jewelry (online/appt) and Busura Thrift (Lancaster)
Barber Shop
The Black Comb (Lancaster)
Mount Joy Barber (Mount Joy)
Izzy’s Fast Fades (Elizabethtown)
Cosmetic Dentistry
AESTHETICS
From the most current hairstyles to the latest skin and body treatments and cutting-edge cosmetic dental procedures, they’re all available in Lancaster!
Hair Salon
Attitudes Hair & Nail Salon (Lancaster)
Tangles Salon (Rohrerstown)
Luxe Salon & Spa (Lancaster, Lititz)
Med Spa
The Aesthetix Lounge (Granite Run)
Blossom Med Spa (Lancaster)
(Tie) Cameo Skin and Body Wellness (Lancaster) and James Street MedSpa (Lancaster)
White Family Dental (Elizabethtown)
Smilebuilderz (Lancaster)
(Tie) Weierbach & Genetti Prosthodontics (Lancaster) and Centerville Family Dental (Centerville) and Sardina Dental Group (Landisville)
Day Spa
Luxe Salon & Spa (Lancaster, Lititz)
Kairos Massage and Skincare (Elizabethtown)
Drift Spa (Lancaster)
Manicure/ Pedicure
Attitudes Hair & Nail Salon (Lancaster)
Luxe Salon & Spa (Lancaster, Lititz)
SpaLicious Nail Bar (Lancaster)
Tattoo Studio
She Hurt Me Tattoo Studio (Leola)
Obscure Tattoo Studio (Centerville)
Permanent Inc Tattoos (Lancaster)
FITNESS
Covid helped us to better appreciate the fact that we truly live in a beautiful place that is brimming with parks, trails, conserved spaces and waterways that allow us to exercise without even realizing it! In addition, our rec and fitness centers and yoga studios offer the latest innovations in classes and equipment.
Biking/Hiking/ Jogging Trail
(Tie) Northwest Lancaster County River Trail (Columbia north to Falmouth) and Enola Low Grade Trail (Turkey Hill south to Chester County line)
Conewago Recreation Trail (Elizabethtown area)
Bicycle Shop
Martin’s Bike & Fitness (Ephrata)
The Common Wheel (Lancaster, Columbia)
(Tie) Hush Money
Bikes (Lancaster) and Lancaster Bicycle Shop (Lancaster) and Shirk’s Bike Shop (East Earl)
Fitness/Rec Center
Hempfield recCenter (Landisville)
YMCA of the Roses (Lancaster, Lampeter)
Universal Athletic Club (Lancaster)
Swimming Pool
Hempfield recCenter (Landisville) /East Petersburg Community Pool
Conestoga Township Pool (Conestoga)
Overlook Park Pool (Manheim Twp.)
Yoga/Barre/ Specialty Studio
E-dance Center (Elizabethtown)
West End Yoga Studio (Lancaster)
Move It Studio (Lancaster)
Veterinary Practice
Willow Run Veterinary Clinic (Willow Street)
(Tie) Landisville
Animal Hospital (Landisville) and Metro Pet/Manheim Pike
Veterinary Hospital (Lancaster)
PETS
From dogs and cats to horses, goats, chickens, exotic birds, lizards and the list goes on, Lancaster loves its furry, feathered and scaly friends. Fortunately, the love extends to animals who do not have forever homes, thanks to the many shelters and rescue organizations that exist in the county.
Veterinarian
Dr. Jeffrey S. Steed, Metro Pet (Manheim Pike, Lancaster, Leola)
Dr. Carla Douple, Landisville Animal Hospital (Landisville)
Dr. Lynn Libby, Companion Animal Hospital (Mount Joy)
Groomer
Pat’s Pet Grooming (Willow Street)
Gochenauer Pet Resort (Lititz)
Country Pets Grooming Salon (Lancaster)
Pet Boarding/ Daycare
Gochenauer Pet Resort (Lititz)
(Tie) Oscar’s Pet Resort (Greenfield) and Playful Pups (Elizabethtown)
Northwest Lancaster County River Trail
Enola Low Grade Trail
Pet Sitter/Dog Walker
Once Upon a Dog Tail (Landisville)
Your Place or Mine Pet Sitting (Columbia)
(Tie) The Happy Leash and Lake’s Leashes and Moritzen Family Pet Sitting (all based in Lancaster)
Pet Store
That Fish Place – That Pet Place (Centerville)
Keystone Pet Place (Mount Joy, Lancaster)
McCracken’s Pet Food & Supply (Elizabethtown)
Rescue Organization
Pet Pantry of Lancaster (Lancaster)
Pitties.Love.Peace (Elizabethtown)
Lancaster Farm Sanctuary (Mount Joy)
HOME & GARDEN
Whether we live in a city rowhouse, a suburban neighborhood or a country farmhouse, we love being “home,” where we can relax, be creative and welcome friends and family. Lancaster’s kitchen industry is renowned nationwide. Our greenhouses draw fans from the MidAtlantic region (and beyond).
Residential Builder/Remodeler
Metzler Home Builders (Strasburg)
George J. Grove & Son (Lancaster)
Ebersole Brothers Construction (Mount Joy)
Interior Design
INTERIORS Home (Lancaster)
Henrietta Heisler
Interiors, Inc. (Lancaster)
Bomberger’s Store (Lititz)
Furniture
INTERIORS Home (Lancaster)
Always Never Done (Landisville)
Sensenig Furniture (New Holland)
Home Accessories
INTERIORS Home (Lancaster)
Always Never Done (Landisville)
Olde Mill House Shoppes (Lancaster)
Lighting
Yale Lighting Concepts (Lancaster)
Olde Mill House Shoppes (Lancaster)
Window Treatments
INTERIORS Home (Lancaster)
Phillips Paint & Decorating (Lancaster)
(Tie) Grauer’s Paint & Decorating (Lancaster, Lititz) and Jackson’s Window Shoppe (Lancaster)
Bomberger’s Store
Kitchens/Baths
(Tie) Bomberger’s Store (Lititz) and Horizon Kitchens (Mountville)
(Tie) GR Mitchell (Willow Street) and McLennan Contracting, Inc. (Lancaster)
Horizon Kitchens
Appliance Center
Martin Appliance (Brownstown, Quarryville)
(Tie) Longeneckers
True Value Hardware (Manheim) and Brubaker, Inc. (Lancaster)
Flooring
bloom FLOORist, Inc. (Mount Joy)
Martin’s Flooring (Lancaster, Denver)
Bomberger’s Store (Lititz)
Carpet Cleaning
Certified Carpet (Lancaster)
Wood’s Carpet Cleaning (Lancaster)
The Rug Beaters (Brownstown)
Landscape Impressions
Landscape Design
(Tie) Landscape Impressions (Mount Joy) and Stauffers of Kissel Hill (Lancaster, Lititz)
C.E. Pontz Sons (Leola)
Garden Center/ Greenhouse
Ken’s Gardens (Smoketown, Intercourse)
Stauffers of Kissel Hill (Rohrerstown, Lititz)
Esbenshade’s Garden Centers (Lititz)
Lawn/Yard Maintenance
Tomlinson Bomberger (Landisville)
Landscape Impressions (Mount Joy)
(Tie) Home Grown Outdoor Finishes (Elizabethtown) and Stumpf’s Lawn Care (Mountville)
Outdoor Living Furnishings
Stauffers of Kissel Hill (Rohrerstown, Lititz)
Bowman’s Stove & Patio (Ephrata)
(Tie) INTERIORS Home (Lancaster) and Fox Country Sheds (Lititz)
Hardware Center
JB Hostetter & Sons (Mount Joy)
EM Herr Farm & Home Center (Willow Street)
Bomberger’s Store (Lititz)
Paint/Wallcovering Center
Phillips Paint & Decorating (Lancaster)
(Tie) Grauer’s Paint & Decorating (Lancaster, Lititz) and GR Mitchell (Willow Street)
Painting/ Paperhanging Contractor
Ville Painters (Lancaster)
Kalpokas Painting (Ephrata)
Two Dudes Painting Company (Lancaster)
Plumbing/ Heating/Cooling
JK Mechanical (Willow Street)
Ranck Plumbing, Heating, Air Conditioning & Excavation (Lancaster)
Lancaster Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electric (Lancaster)
Stauffers of Kissel Hill
Electrical Work
M. Goodman Electric (Lancaster)
Lancaster Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electric (Lancaster)
Stephen Daniels Electrical (Lancaster)
Roofing
George J. Grove & Son (Lancaster)
Greenawalt Roofing Company (Silver Springs)
(Tie) Joyland Roofing (Elizabethtown) and Zimmerman’s Roofing (New Holland)
Windows/Doors/ Exteriors
George J. Grove & Son (Lancaster)
Choice Home
Remodeling, Inc. (New Holland)
GR Mitchell (Willow Street)
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Who are you going to call? Whether you need financial advice, the expertise of a realtor or attorney, or a headshot for a website, Lancaster is home to a “wealth” of professionals who can help you navigate the issue.
Accountant
(Tie) Brian D. Wassell, CPA, Trout CPA (Lancaster) and Brian Rosenberg, CPA, Brown Plus (Lancaster)
(Tie) Brad Rauch, CPA, Cloister Group (Lancaster) and Jason Gerber, CPA, RKL (Lancaster)
Attorney
Marci Miller, GKH (Lancaster)
Anthony M. Georgelis, Georgelis, Larsen and Sabatino Injury Law Firm (Lancaster)
Justin J. Bollinger, GKH (Lancaster)
Auto Repair Shop
A&A Auto Body & Repairs (Willow Street)
Thru-It-All Body Shop (Mount Joy)
(Tie) Dutch Valley Auto Works (Lancaster) and M and R Auto Center (Lancaster) and Nate’s Automotive (Bird-in-Hand)
Insurance Agent
Lee Kennedy, State Farm (Lancaster)
Greg Sallade, State Farm (Mount Joy)
Louise White, State Farm (Landisville)
Photographer
Richard Waine Photography (Lancaster)
Jeremy Hess, The Premise Studio (Lancaster)
Shelah Riley Photography (Lancaster)
Real Estate Agent
Nicole Messina, Nicole Messina Group, Coldwell Banker Realty (Lancaster)
(Tie) Craig Hartranft, The Craig Hartranft Team, Berkshire Hathaway (Lancaster) and Tony Zook, Remax Pinnacle (Hummelstown)
Brian D. Wassell, CPA
Brian Rosenberg, CPA
COMMUNITY
It’s the people who define a place and in Lancaster, that extends to creative artists, devoted church members, caring teachers, people who take pride in their neighborhoods, media members and the very generous people who support the many nonprofit organizations that play an important role in making Lancaster the caring community it is. Don’t forget: November 22 is Lancaster County’s community-wide day of giving, otherwise known as the ExtraGive.
Artist/Maker
Liz Hess, Liz Hess Gallery (Lancaster)
Keisha Finnie (Lancaster)
(Tie) Jenna Minor Kline (Elizabethtown) and Andrew Silvius, EsōArts (Lancaster)
House of Worship
Lives Changed by Christ (LCBC) (multiple locations)
Grace Church at Willow Valley (Willow Street)
First United Methodist Church (Lancaster)
Local Media Personality
Jere Gish, WGAL (Tie) Matt Barcaro and Brian Roche and Meredith Jorgensen, all of WGAL (Lancaster)
Neighborhood
Lakewood Estates (Pequea )
Grandview Heights (Lancaster)
Chestnut Hill (Lancaster City)
Nonprofit Organization/ Charity
Anchor Lancaster (Lancaster)
Lancaster County Food Hub (Lancaster)
Align Life Ministries (Lebanon)
School
Dayspring Christian Academy (Mountville)
(Tie) Mount Calvary Christian School (Elizabethtown) and Hempfield School District
Teacher
Randy Gehman, Dayspring Christian Academy
(Tie) Kylie Eby, Kraybill Mennonite School (Mount Joy) and Mary Stauffer, Dayspring Christian Academy (Mountville)
Senior Living Community
Willow Valley Communities (Lancaster)
Masonic Village (Elizabethtown)
Moravian Manor Communities (Lititz)
Liz Hess
LCBC
Jere Gish
Lakewood Estates
Anchor Lancaster
Dayspring Christian Academy
Randy Gehman
Willow Valley Communities
HEALTHCARE
When it comes to healthcare, Lancaster is fortunate to have access to facilities, doctors and other medical professionals that are associated with the foremost medical institutions in the state, including the University of Pennsylvania, Penn State University and the University of Pittsburgh. Our dental and eye professionals also represent some of the best schools in the state, as well as the country.
Dentist
Dr. Edward E. White, Jr., White Family Dental (Elizabethtown)
Dr. John C. Black, III, Black & Black Dental (Willow Street)
Dr. Karen OttoSullivan, White Family Dental (Elizabethtown)
Dermatologist
(Tie) Dr. George E. Groleau and Dr. Patricia Groleau, both of Dermatology Physicians (Lancaster)
(Tie) Dr. William Andersen, Lancaster Skin Center (Lancaster) and Desiree A. Antonacci, MS, PAC, and Dr. Christina N. Lawson, both of Dermatology Associates (Lancaster)
Eye Physician
Dr. Roy D. Brod, Lancaster Retina Specialists (Lancaster)
Dr. Salman Porbandarwalla, Retina Associates of Lancaster (Lancaster)
(Tie) Dr. Francis J. Manning and Dr. Adam R. Thode, both of Manning, Rommel & Thode Associates (Lancaster)
Family Physician
Dr. Christopher J. Putney, Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health (Strasburg)
Dr. Michael J. Walker, LG Health Physicians Family Medicine (Willow Street)
(Tie) Dr. Andrea L. Stern, LG Health Physicians Family Medicine (Mount Joy) and Dr. Tuc T. To, Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health, Internal Medicine (Lancaster)
Hospital
Penn Medicine
Lancaster General Hospital (Lancaster)
Penn State Health Lancaster Medical Center (Landisville) UPMC (Lititz)
Pediatrician
Dr. Pia Boben Fenimore, Lancaster Pediatric Associates (Lancaster)
Dr. Katherine J. Kereshi, Penn State Health (Elizabethtown)
(Tie) Dr. Nathan Keller, Eden Park Pediatric Associates (Lancaster) and Dr. Brent D. Pawlson, Lancaster Pediatric Associates (Lancaster)
Urgent Care
Urgent Care at Lancaster General Health (multiple locations)
Penn Medicine
Lancaster General Health Urgent Care (multiple locations)
MedExpress (Lancaster)
Dr. Edward E. White, Jr.
Dr. George E. Groleau
Dr. Patricia Groleau
Dr. Roy D. Brod
Dr. Christopher J. Putney
Penn Medicine Lancaster General Hospital
Dr. Pia Boben Fenimore
Urgent Care at Lancaster General Health
Photo by Jordan Bush
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The Guild Store represents over 125 artists and offers a broad range of both contemporary and traditional fine handmade crafts. Celebrating 80 Years of Fine Craft
The PENNSYLVANIA GUILD OF CRAFTSMEN (PGC) , which is headquartered in Lancaster, operates a shop that is filled with the work of its members. Founded in 1944, the PGC was one of the first organizations to follow Eleanor Roosevelt’s initiative to find ways to transfer wartime skills to peacetime work. Since then, the PGC and its statewide chapters have hosted or sponsored fine craft fairs, social activities, juried exhibits, demonstrations, forums, studio visits, workshops and field trips. Lancaster Designer Craftsmen is one of those local chapters. Its members’ disciplines include contemporary and traditional art, fine crafts, fine art and photography.
The FROGTOWN CAFÉ , located in Marticville, is located just a hop away from access points for the Enola Low Grade Rail Trail. Stop in for classic bar fare such as wings, burgers, brick-oven pizza and stromboli (all dough and sauces are made in-house). Seasonal dinner specials are created by our chef on Friday and
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Join us at the LANCASTER MUSEUM OF ART this holiday season for the Art Aglow exhibition! Art Aglow features original artwork by local artists in celebration of the holiday season and our creative community. Experience a festive month filled with art, special events and holiday shopping at the Art Aglow Gift Shop. All are welcome to attend the Art Aglow Opening Reception and ExtraGive Celebration on Friday, November 22 from 5-8 pm!
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Celebrate the holidays at THE AMISH FARM AND HOUSE , which offers a glimpse into Amish life through guided tours of the countryside, as well as authentic farmhouses and farms. In addition to tours, find interesting learning opportunities and fun activities on the 15-acre, pet-friendly farm.
On December 14, visit the farm during Santa and Goats to capture the cutest family Christmas picture with Old Saint Nick and his baby goat helpers. On Fridays and Saturdays through December 28, embark on a Christmas Cookie Tour, which will stop at three Amish homes for homemade cookie samples and recipes. Reservations are required for this popular tour. For details, visit amishfarmandhouse.com.
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The red blow-mold bells were purchased during Watt & Shand’s closing sale, while the door wreath once decorated Hess’s Department Store. If memory serves her correctly, Elaine believes the garland on the columns was purchased from a furniture store that closed in Quarryville.
Vintage Wonderland Vintage Wonderland
BY SUE LONG
PHOTOGRAPHY BY NICK GOULD
Elaine and Glenn Pottberg’s home in Lancaster provides the perfect backdrop for the holiday decorations they’ve collected over the years. Dating to 1921, the house was built as a wedding gift from Andrew H. Rote to his bride, Mildred. It was designed by none other than C. Emlen Urban.
ThePottbergs, who are the second owners of the house, continued the wedding gift tradition, as they purchased the house soon after they were married 30 years ago. “It was in pristine condition,” Elaine recalls of the Colonial-Revival design, whose exterior (according to Lee J. Stoltzfus/Lancaster Streetscape) features “bands of soldier coursing, with decorative stone lozenges and keystones.” He goes on to describe
it as having “a wood cornice with modillions” and “Tuscan columns that support the arched hood over the entry.” The Pottbergs also took note of the interior’s defined spaces. “It was obvious the house had been well taken care of,” Elaine says. (Mr. Rote died in 1957, while Mrs. Rote lived there until she was well into her 90s.) However, it had not been updated from a decorative standpoint. “It was a sea of avocado green and golden harvest colors. Shag rugs covered the floors,” she says.
Incredibly, many of Urban’s upscale design elements had survived. For example, the beautiful hardware on the doors remained intact (along with each and every skeleton key). The electrical outlets were also interesting, as they were moveable and ran along a track. “I guess if you wanted to move the furniture, you could reposition the outlets,” Elaine surmises.
In the dining room, a doorbell was positioned on the floor beneath the dining table so that servants could
be summoned. The floor in the room intrigued Elaine. “It was a high-end, trimmed-out linoleum from the ’20s –from Armstrong – that looked very Deco,” she says of the burgundy, black and gold color scheme. The adjacent butler’s pantry held a dumbwaiter (that still functions today).
While the Pottbergs deemed that cosmetic changes were needed, they were determined to honor and retain the bones of the house. “Fortunately, it was left the way Urban designed it,” says Glenn, referring to elements such defined rooms, original stained glass and the wavy glass that comprises the windows. “It hadn’t been ‘remodeled’ like so many older homes are.” Over the years, the couple have created an outdoor living area in the backyard, replaced the kitchen (“only because the metal cabinets were rusting,” says Elaine), installed new flooring on the main level, repainted and updated the lighting fixtures.
The Pottbergs’ home dates to 1921 and was designed by C. Emlen Urban. They bought it from its original owner, Mildred Rote, the widow of Andrew H. Rote, 30 years ago. The Pottbergs possess the original deed to the house.
Christmas, Inc.
At Christmas, the Pottbergs’ home shines! Big, bold and dramatic is the direction Elaine likes to take in decorating the house. “I think that comes from my mom,” she says of the late Lois Jean Matos, who loved knickknacks. “She had them everywhere!” Elaine remembers. “It was my job to dust them. I couldn’t stand doing that! And she wanted them to be put back exactly as I found them, which was impossible. I think that’s what sent me off in the other direction. If I go into a store, I always look for something big.”
Big and dramatic also led her
to develop a unique shopping plan. Elaine discovered that when a store closes its doors for good, everything is sold … right down to the Christmas decorations, which are usually oversized. “I started shopping that way 40 years ago,” she says. “I stored my finds at Lancaster Storage.”
Her biggest “get” is undoubtedly the red bells that glow in the front entrance to the house. They came from the Watt & Shand store, as did the Plaster of Paris candles she snagged. The bells were made through a process called blow mold (liquid plastic was poured into a mold to create the decorations.)
Blow-mold decorations hit the market in the 1940s and became hugely popular thanks to a garden fixture
created by Don Featherstone, who went to work for the Union Products company after graduating from art school. His creation was the pink flamingo that graced lawns from Miami to Anchorage. Their popularity inspired decorations for Christmas, Halloween and Easter. The must-have Christmas decorations were a fixture on lawns from the ’50s to the early ’70s. “I can’t tell you how many people ask us if they can take a family picture with the bells,” says Elaine.
Elaine has discovered that vintage blow-mold decorations are back in vogue. “The younger generations love them,” she says of the vintage models. “I have a long list of people who want to buy the bells should I want to sell them.” The resurgence in the popularity
The silverhued deer was purchased during Rebman’s closing sale.
Elaine purchased the succulent wall art long before the plants became popular and discovered it made for the perfect way to display holiday cards.
Elaine purchased these silver snowflakes during a store’s closing sale.
Last year’s decorating theme centered on silver, which enabled Elaine to put the wrapping paper she purchased from Pier One’s closing sale to use.
The Deco-inspired dining room pays homage to the original décor the Pottbergs discovered when they toured the house ahead of buying it 30 years ago.
of blow-mold figures has even prompted manufacturers to resume production. So, if you happen to see a vintage blow-mold Santa, snowman or reindeer (remember the set in National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation?) at a garage sale or flea market, grab it!
The “store closing” decorations that complement the bells include the door wreath (from Hess’s Department Store, which closed in 1973), while the garland on the columns was purchased
from a furniture store that closed in Quarryville. The large deer that sits atop a table in the dining room was purchased when Rebman’s closed in 2005 (who hasn’t forgotten the Moon Room?), as were a 7-foot candy cane and mercury glass ornaments. “That deer is solid wood,” Elaine reports.
The sterling-silver decorations on a tabletop tree came courtesy of Appel & Weber (a jewelry store acquired by Watt & Shand in 1959). “I wish I had
more from the downtown stores,” Elaine laments. Of late, she’s added to her collection by shopping Wolf Furniture and Pier One’s closing sales (2020).
“I bought every roll of wrapping paper from Pier One that had a deer imprinted on it,” she reports.
As she ticks off her “suppliers,” Glenn jokes that even after 30 years of being married to Elaine, he becomes “very afraid” when he hears a store is closing, as it means she will be on the hunt for a find of some kind.
The ornaments on a tabletop tree were purchased during Appel & Weber’s closing sale.
Holiday treats from one of Elaine’s favorite bakeries, Russo Gourmet Foods and Market in Wyomissing.
Another purchase from Hess’s Department Store, which closed in 1973.
This holiday arrangement came from Wolf Furniture’s closing sale.
Expanding Her Horizons
Glenn isn’t as innocent as he makes you believe; he’s definitely Elaine’s partner in bargain hunting. One of their favorite getaways is the World’s Longest Yard Sale (aka the 127 Sale), which is held over four days in early August and covers nearly 700 miles along Route 127, from Michigan to
Elaine begins making decorating plans in late summer. Last year’s silver-themed holiday décor will revert to red this holiday season. Christmas isn’t the only time Elaine goes bargain hunting. The table under the windows (the glass is original) was purchased from the Waldorf Astoria ahead of a refurbishing project at the hotel.
noting she was able to buy her niece very high-end lighting fixtures for her new home through an electrician who gave his mother a barnful of excess fixtures to sell during the event.
Another favorite hunting ground is the Brimfield Antique Flea Market in Massachusetts. Held three times a year, the markets (now in operation for more than 50 years) attract vendors from all over the country (and abroad). “I have some favorite vendors I always check out,” she reports, including one who makes accessories from cement for Anthropologie.
Ah, but Elaine doesn’t stop there. Hotels, restaurants and other venues offer a treasure trove of furnishings and accessories. A fabulous table in the dining room was scored when the Waldorf Astoria Hotel in New York held a sale of furnishings ahead of undergoing a redecorating project. A coffee table was purchased from a similar sale that was conducted for a casino in Atlantic City. Elaine also likes to go straight to the source – High Point, North Carolina – for furnishings such as the pieces she bought when she redecorated the dining room.
Christmas 2024
Alabama. Begun in 1987 as a way to lure travelers off the interstates and onto rural America’s backroads, the yard sales have achieved their goal, as shoppers and pickers arrive from all over the country. You would not believe the blow-mold decoration Elaine and Glenn found this year (can’t give too much away, as it’s destined to be a Christmas gift for someone special).
“I found out about the event through Architectural Digest,” Elaine says,
Elaine begins to think about Christmas decorating as early as August. “I never like to do the same thing twice,” she says. Last year’s silver-themed décor will revert to red this year. She also plans to celebrate the season with lots of friends and food, which will tie into her décor. She’s planning to use up some of that holiday paper by wrapping a multitude of packages (filled with gift items) and using them as decorations. (Think Santa’s workshop.) Her plan is that as guests leave, they’ll take a gift home with them. Think about it: she’s solved the drudgery of having to take down holiday decorations. Glenn has questions: how will she know how many to wrap, what if she runs out … “I’ll figure it out later,” she assures him.
Foodographer
Entertaining with Cheese
CHEF GREG GABLE
Cheese Lover
Chef Greg Gable in the test kitchen at Savencia Cheese USA in New Holland.
Chef Greg Gable, whose résumé includes high-profile positions at The Restaurant at Doneckers and the heralded Le Bec-Fin in Philadelphia, now shares his wisdom with home cooks and professional chefs through Savencia Cheese USA, where he is the corporate chef.
TEXT AND PHOTOGRAPHS
BY JORDAN BUSH
Aswith many successful chefs, Greg Gable’s prolific career grew out of humble beginnings. His interest in the workings of a professional kitchen started early, when he was still a student at Garden Spot High School in New Holland. Greg got his start at the Colonial Motor Lodge near the Pennsylvania Turnpike interchange in Denver. “That was my first real cooking experience,” he recounts. “I started as a bus kid at the Colonial and soon figured out that was not for me.” Advancing to the role of dishwasher, he then worked his way to cooking breakfast and lunch. “Cooking breakfast was awesome,” he says. “The fast pace, it’s crazy. Flipping eggs. That’s where I learned to cook for the first time.”
The experience sparked a passion in Greg that led to the Culinary Institute of America (CIA). After graduating in 1984 he began working for Bill Donecker at The Restaurant at Doneckers in Ephrata. His big move came in 1987, when he began a 14year run at the esteemed Le Bec-Fin in Philadelphia, under chef/owner Georges Perrier, who had emigrated to the United States in 1967 and opened Le Bec-Fin in 1970. Regarded as one of the top French restaurants in the United States and Philadelphia’s finest restaurant for over 40 years (it closed in 2013), Le Bec-Fin won 10 James Beard Foundation Awards between 1992 and 2002, as well as countless other honors.
Greg returned to Doneckers as executive chef in 2001, working with his wife, Heidi, a sommelier. “She’s the
wine expert. It was fun working with her,” he says of the almost four-and-ahalf years they collaborated on tasting menus and wine pairings.
Cheese R&D
Greg became Savencia Cheese USA’s corporate chef in 2006. (Heidi went in another direction and became Kitchen Kettle Village’s human resources coordinator in 2012.)
Perhaps best known locally as the maker of the Alouette cheese line, the Savencia Groupe is ranked as the fifthlargest manufacturer of cheese (many of them world-class) in the world. According to its website, Savencia products are sold in 120 countries.
Despite having a global reach, the company thinks on a local level and touts its mission as “Leading the way to better food.” Savencia also champions the premise of positivity as it relates to leading a healthy and responsible lifestyle without having to give up the pleasures of life from a dietary perspective.
“Our owner, Alex Bongrain, worked here in the 1970s, when we started making cream cheese,” Greg recounts. “There’s a story [that] Savencia was started by the Bongrain family after World War II. Like everyone in France, they were making Brie-style, softripened cheeses. Jean-Noël Bongrain asked what he could do to make his cheese stand out. So, he made an ovalshaped soft cheese, Caprice de’Dieux. He put it in this blue packaging 65 years ago; this was revolutionary back then. That’s what started our company. You can say ‘Caprice de’Dieux’ to anyone in France and they will know exactly the cheese you are talking about.”
HOME BASE FOR GREG is the Steve Schalow R&D Center on Jackson Street in New Holland. Named in remembrance of Greg’s friend and former boss, Steve worked as a microbiologist studying cheese cultures.
Here, on Jackson Street, Greg focuses on food testing, quality control and developing innovative product flavors. Since Savencia’s New Holland facility specializes in producing cream cheese, Greg often bakes cheesecakes for testing purposes. When he
ventures to food shows across the globe, he assumes an educational role in displaying cheeses and preparing recipes. “I’ve been to China, Brazil, Vietnam, Germany, France, and all over the United States,” he shares.
A recent excursion took Greg to Washington, D.C., where he represented Savencia at a dinner that is held for the Master Chefs of France (Maîtres Cuisiniers de France) every September. It’s hosted by the French Embassy at the Ritz Carlton Hotel.
Savencia sponsored the cheese course for this year’s dinner. “My boss at Le Bec-Fin, Georges Perrier, was a Master Chef. It’s an honorary [title] in the culinary world for having an influence on cuisine,” he explains. Savencia’s world-class cheese platter included Esquirrou, Epoisse and Rogue River blue cheeses, each of which has claimed a world championship.
The Flagship
Made in New Holland, “Alouette Garlic and Herb is our flagship,” says Greg. A soft and spreadable cheese, he points out that “cream cheese is considered a fresh cheese. It’s stable over its shelf life, which is typically 90120 days, depending on the packaging. We try to keep as much oxygen away from it as possible and use full-fat milk. Cream cheese is full-fat milk, heavy cream, cultures, salt and gum. We have a method to add fresh herbs to it without cooking it. That adds quality.”
Greg adds that he and the staff are always asking themselves how they can improve it without deviating from the core of the product. (It seems a chef is always a chef!) “As a chef, you are trained in a classic sense. That gives you the basics,” Greg relates. Through research, he delves into new ingredients and trends. “Knowing what you know, what flavors work together, through trial and error, I get to make wacky Alouette flavors.”
DETERMINING IF A NEW cheese will make the cut takes time. “In a restaurant, you buy an ingredient and make something out of it. It’s a pretty quick cycle,” he says. He uses his restaurant experience to explain the nuances of determining if something
“spoke” to guests. “We used to hold empty plates up at the restaurant and go, ‘You don’t have to wash that one, they liked what they were eating.’ I can still see [chef] Georges doing that to this day. It became a joke after a while, but it’s true. If nothing is left on the plate, either you didn’t give them enough or they really liked it,” he elaborates.
At companies like Savencia it’s a different ballgame, as the chain of events to manufacture a product is so much longer and more detailed. “Here, we have to think about packaging. Shelf life. How is the end user going to use it? How will it get there?” Greg explains.
The packaging is important since it has a surprising impact on flavor. “Dairy is very susceptible to light oxidation,” Greg shares. “It happens within 24 hours.” When oxidized, an aroma and taste develop, which he describes as “wet cardboard.” Subsequently, Alouette cheese containers are designed with a light barrier.
THE JACKSON STREET facility serves as the pilot plant for products. Here, personnel mimic the process that the factory will use when the manufacturing process begins. “Then it will get to the plant, we’ll start producing it, scale up, and we’ll conduct shelf-life testing, validating the product,” Greg explains. “Shelf life isn’t something we determine, the customer we sell to determines that date. We have to validate and test [the product] to make sure it’s food safe and the quality we want.”
Soft Ripened
To be clear, in order to call a soft-ripened cheese “Brie,” it should technically be made in the Brie region of north-central France. The term has become interchangeable with soft-ripened cheese, akin to calling sparkling wine “Champagne.”
“All cheese looks like cottage cheese at some point,” says Greg. “Big curd, small curd, tiny curd, then it knits together and becomes the cheese. As they dry out and the whey drains, they become more yellow, but in the beginning, they’re very pale.”
“Cheesemaking is how you manipulate removing the whey from
the fat, protein and solids,” he notes. “The smaller the curd, the drier the cheese. For soft-ripened cheese, you want large curds; you want to keep and protect the moisture. For hard cheeses, like Parmesan, you want to get more whey out of the curd.”
“Making wine is very similar to cheesemaking,” he professes. “Press the grapes, keep the juice. He goes on to say that the French term, “terroir,” which relates to how the environment in which the grapes are grown affects the taste of wine, also applies to cheese. “Whatever that mammal is eating will come through in the milk,” he says.
“Soft-ripened cheeses need oxygen, they are constantly evolving
Alouette’s Double Cream Brie, a soft-ripened cheese, can be aged in the refrigerator for added richness in texture and flavor.
Chef Greg Gable checks the bake on an egg-washed Alouette Baked Brie Wreath.
Maple syrup is drizzled over the brie before baking, ensuring sweet and savory flavors and creamy and chewy textures.
and aging,” Greg points out. A test you can conduct proves the point. Cut a wheel of soft-ripened cheese in half, eat one half and put the other half (loosely wrapped) back in the fridge. Mold will start to grow around the side, providing proof that the cheese is constantly evolving. Greg assures it’s still safe to eat. “We introduce the mold, just like a bleu cheese that introduces the bleu [mold] from the environment.”
“We make a single cream Brie with less fat for baking,” Greg describes. “It’s more stable, 50% fat from dry matter. Double cream is 65% fat, and triple cream is 75%. The lower the fat, the less oiling off. Double cream is typically the Brie you’re going to get.”
You’ve probably noticed that soft-ripened cheese becomes runny as it ages. “The fat’s breaking down, the protein is breaking down from the cultures you add upfront before aging, just like a wine,” he says of the processes that are known as lipolysis (think lipids or fat) and proteolysis (protein).
Pairing Wisdom With Cheese
Insulated from the restaurant industry, Greg’s career offers a noteworthy perspective for foodies and even chefs. “People don’t understand what [food] costs,” he says of the price tag for dining out these days. He also commiserates with restaurant owners who are constantly dealing with staffing issues. “God love these people who don’t have [enough] help,” he says.
He also empathizes with the servers and cooks who are being asked to go above and beyond. “They don’t get paid a lot of money,” he acknowledges, pointing out that such positions should pave the way to careers and therefore should not be dependent on tipping. “These servers are beat up. I see it all over the country,” he stresses. “I see it. I feel their pain everywhere I go.”
Greg adds that the current climate is one reason why he’s glad he no longer works in a restaurant. His advice to young cooks is to “expect to work hard. Learn to work efficiently. Learn your craft.” He also urges aspiring chefs to gain an appreciation for wholesome, quality ingredients that can impact the health factor of dishes.
Still, he has a place in his heart for the restaurant industry. “I miss the camaraderie, the action, the pace, the adrenaline rush,” he admits. However, he is quick to admit that the pluses don’t outweigh the negatives such as missing out on family time, having to forgo his daughter’s activities and simply having the luxury of doing nothing on a weekend. “I couldn’t have a better job,” he says of enjoying the best of both worlds in that he’s still involved in the food industry from a creative standpoint, but he has a better work/life balance that allows his creative “curds” to lead him in a variety of directions.
The assembled ingredients include vibrant garnishes of purple and common sage, orange zest, chopped almonds and Julienned bacon.
Alouette Baked Brie Wreath
Chef Greg prepared an easy but elegant baked-brie dish for holiday entertaining. While it suggests using puff pastry with an egg wash, “It’s better with brioche,” he reports. Additional recipes can be found at cheeselovershop.com/blog/recipes/.
INGREDIENTS
• 20 oz. Puff Pastry
• 1 - 8 oz. Wheel Alouette Brie
• 11 oz. whole berry Cranberry Sauce
• 4 slices Bacon, cooked and cut in julienne (optional)
• 1 tsp. chopped Sage
DIRECTIONS
1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
2. Place the pastry dough on flat surface.
3. Cut a 10” ring from one sheet and retain the trimmings.
4. Place the dough into the bottom of a greased 10-inch spring-form pan or stainless-steel baking ring on sheet tray.
5. Cut dough trimmings and the second pastry sheet into1/2-inch-wide strips and braid. Place on dough ring to create decorative border.
6. Place Alouette Brie in center of prepared dough.
7. Fold chopped sage and bacon (if using) with the cranberry sauce.
• 1 Egg for egg wash (mix the egg with 1 Tbsp. of water, milk or cream)
• 2 oz. chopped Almonds
• 1 oz. Turbinado Sugar
• 1 oz. Maple Syrup
• 1 oz. chopped Pistachios
• Sage, Orange Zest, Cranberries for garnish
8. Carefully spoon cranberry sauce mixture around the cheese.
9. Brush dough with egg wash. Sprinkle edges with chopped almonds and Turbinado sugar.
10. Refrigerate for 15 minutes.
11. Drizzle maple syrup over cheese and bake for 13-15 minutes, until dough turns golden brown.
12. Remove from oven and let rest for approximately 10 minutes.
13. Garnish with chopped pistachios, cranberries, sage leaves and orange zest.
Where to Find It
CheeseLoverShop.com was launched in 2021 to allow consumers to literally taste the world of cheese. “Some of those cheeses we import from our sister companies, mostly from France,” Greg notes. “We also sell food-service whole wheels of these cheeses. All that comes through our distribution center in New Holland –they’re shipped over on containers from France.” Because some cheeses in France are often made to be eaten in 45 days, such products are delivered via air freight.
Jordan Bush is a commercial photographer. His work has allowed him to discover and document cultures and food across five continents. A graduate of Garden Spot High School and Millersville University, Jordan and his fiancée, Jessica, reside and cook together in Ephrata.
Alouette Baked Brie Wreath, perfect for dipping, can be prepared quickly in a small convection toaster oven using puff pastry, a wheel of soft-ripened cheese, fresh herbs, fruit and other items. An egg-wash brushed on the crust before baking enhances the color and texture of the baked dough.
Serrano
The Cuisine & Culture OF PERU & LATIN AMERICA
A visit to El Serrano equates to being transported to Latin America or, more specifically, owner Manuel Torres’ native Peru. Prepare to be wowed by the physical size of the restaurant (24,000 square feet), as well as the freshly prepared food, attentive service and immersive ambience that are all hallmarks of the El Serrano dining experience.
EL SERRANO made its debut in York County in 1987. Seven years later, Manuel opened a second location in Lancaster, where his inherited interests in food and interior design are readily evident. Taking over a nondescript restaurant along Columbia Avenue, El Serrano evolved to resemble a period Peruvian hacienda. Its stucco
and rustic wood exterior leads visitors into interior spaces that were inspired by authenticity, as they feature chairs and tables, tiles, lighting fixtures, stained glass and metal work that were handcrafted in Peru. The music of fountains adds to the ambience, as do lush plants and a Mayan monolith (donated by Lancaster’s North Museum). The restaurant’s seating options include a wall of individual dining alcoves. “They’re a great spot for a quiet dinner. They can accommodate two or four people,” notes Melanie Sheppard, Manuel’s daughter and the restaurant’s general manager. Outdoors, a courtyard is filled with umbrella-topped tables. The covered piazza that surrounds the courtyard also offers seating.
The feeling of being on vacation helps to create a lively atmosphere. “We’re versatile. You can come here on a date night or with your family,” Melanie says. “You can tell people are having fun –
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they’re not focused on their phones but are talking to one another.”
AS FOR THE MENU, the focus is on Latin American and Peruvian cuisine. Melanie points out that the recipes that are used to create El Serrano’s menu staples are the same today as they were when the restaurant opened over three decades ago. She reports that sizzling fajitas, which are available in beef, chicken, shrimp or a combination of meats, are the most popular item on the menu. Another customer favorite is the Polo Fundido (marinated grilled chicken breast stuffed with Monterey Jack cheese, folded into a flour tortilla and grilled with Spanish rice and beans). Yet another is the Lomo Saltado, a Peruvianinspired dish of either chicken or beef tenderloin grilled Peruvian-style with red onions, French fries and tomatoes, and served with white rice.
The restaurant’s Tex-Mex menu also includes a selection of tapas, which are
ROCHELLE A. SHENK PHOTOGRAPHY BY NICK GOULD
Owner Manuel Torres designed his restaurant to resemble a Peruvian hacienda. It’s furnished and decorated with items that were handcrafted in his native Peru. El Serrano is once again a Best of Lancaster winner in 2024.
a part of Spanish and Latin American cuisine. The snack- or appetizer-sized portions are served on small plates. The tapas menu includes ceviche, pork sliders, shrimp or fish tostados, ropa vieja (shredded beef served atop white rice with tostones), and charcuterie (including items such as Serrano ham, Manchego cheese, dried fruit, Marcona almonds and truffle honey).
The dessert menu features favorites such as flan, passionfruit cheesecake and pineapple rum cake.
A kids menu includes items such as mini-pollo fundido, mini-nachos supremo, mini-cheese quesadilla and chicken fingers.
THE BEVERAGE SELECTION reflects El Serrano’s family of businesses. They include Finca El Serrano Pisco, a
spirit made in the winemaking regions of Peru and Chili. El Serrano’s Pisco is handcrafted and made from grapes grown, elaborated and then bottled in Peru and exported to the U.S. The restaurant’s menu of libations crafted with Pisco includes Pisco-ritas, Piscotinis and even a Pisco-jito. El Serrano also has its own brand of beer, and offerings include a Mexican-style lager, Peruvian-style lager, an IPA on tap and a dark lager (available only in cans).
If you prefer wine, El Serrano’s wine list features red and white wines from its own vineyard in Spain, Finca El Serrano; some selections are available by the glass as well as by the bottle. There’s also a house-made red or white sangria. “Most of our staff are trained in wine paring and can help with suggestions,” Melanie says.
EL SERRANO RECENTLY transitioned to the Toast POS platform. “For us, it streamlines things, since it incorporates reservations, online ordering and gift card purchases, as well as our email list and loyalty club. It’s also user-friendly for our staff and guests,” Melanie explains.
El Serrano is located at 2151 Columbia Avenue in Lancaster. Hours are Monday through Thursday, 4-9 p.m., Friday and Saturday, 12-9 p.m., and Sunday, 12-8 p.m. Reservations are recommended and can be made online or through the Toast Tables app; please note that courtyard seating is not guaranteed. Large parties and private parties can be accommodated with advance notice. Online ordering for pickup is available. Call 717-397-6191 or visit elserrano.com or the restaurant’s Facebook page.
Wines sourced from El Serrano's Finca El Serrano vineyards in Spain, are served at the restaurant.
Polo Fundido is comprised of grilled chicken, Monterey cheese, Spanish rice, beans and a flour tortilla.
Salmon Serrano is pan-fried and served atop chipotle sauce; it’s accompanied by vegetables and white rice.
The tapas menu includes chips and accompanying sauces, empanadas and charcuterie that features items such as Serrano ham, Manchego cheese, dried fruit, Marcona almonds and truffle honey.
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As we prepare to usher in 2025, we’d like to salute the following businesses and organizations that are marking milestone years in 2024. Our parent company, Engle Printing & Publishing, is among this year’s celebrants, as the company was founded by Alvin and Pauline Engle in 1954. Like many companies, Engle was born of humble beginnings, in that it took shape in the basement of the Engles’ Mount Joy home.
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