Two Lancaster County buffet restaurants were voted by USA TODAY readers as two of the best in the country. If you’ve lived in Central Pennsylvania for long, the choices probably come as little surprise. Shady Maple Shady Maple Smorgasbord, widely known as the largest buffet in the United States, featuring over 200 feet of Pennsylvania Dutch … Read more
Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard is branching out in south-central Pennsylvania. A shop is opening on May 8 at 731 Wayne Ave. in Chambersburg. It will feature outdoor patio seating for 60 guests and a drive-thru. Owners Keila and Mark Trace said they are excited to bring Rita’s to the community. Continue reading on … Read more
Central Pennsylvania residents are lucky in the fact that we are surrounded by agriculture and farms that help sustain us and the country. And while we live by so many of these farms, it’s important to make sure we’re buying and eating directly from them as well. Brittany Reardon and her husband own Mad Radish Farm in … Read more
Don’t let the fact that Central Pennsylvania can be at least a four hour drive from the Atlantic Ocean fool you. The region is still home to some fantastic places for seafood. From family-run joints serving homespun classics to swanky spots offering elegant sea fare, you’re sure to reel in a memorable dining experience smack … Read more
Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard will welcome the first day of spring by giving away a tasty treat on Tuesday, March 19. The Bucks County-based iconic frozen treats destination — with locations throughout Pennsylvania and New Jersey — is offering a free six-ounce Italian Ice giveaway in the available flavor of their choice. … Read more
Rowan Miller grew up drinking raw milk – to her it was the “norm” – and it has never made her sick. She grew up on a sheep farm in the Falkland Islands, an archipelago east of the Southern Patagonian coast. Now she owns Rowntree Farm in Mechanicsburg. At her stand in York’s Central Market, … Read more
It’s time to reel in a fish dinner for Lent. Weekly fish fry dinners are common in central Pennsylvania, where diners line up for crispy batter fried and baked fish with barbecue-like sides including coleslaw, baked macaroni and cheese, baked potatoes and rolls. Ash Wednesday marks the start of the Lenten season and traditional 40-day … Read more
The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture warns consumers to immediately discard all Conoco View Dairy raw milk sold in Cumberland, Juniata, Perry, Snyder, and York Counties, or delivered direct to homes or drop-off points in Cumberland, Dauphin, Juniata, and Perry Counties. The Department ran tests after 11 reports of campylobacteriosis illnesses in December and January and confirmed Campylobacter contamination in … Read more
Hold the sauce — McDonald’s restaurants across Central Pa. have stopped offering buffalo sauce in anticipation of the Pittsburgh Steelers taking on the Buffalo Bills in Sunday’s Wild Card matchup. Joe Nyanko, from Cambria County, owns 15 McDonald’s branches in Central Pa. and has made the decision to stop serving buffalo sauce in hopes of … Read more
You read that correctly sauerkraut ice cream is a favorite briny, salty, creamy treat people flock to central Pennsylvania to eat at the start of every New Year. Pork and sauerkraut are New Year’s staples for prosperity and good fortune for Pennsylvanian’s of German ancestry. Urban Churn is known for taking this tradition to a new level … Read more
As we moo-ve closer to the start of the Pennsylvania Farm Show, the Pennsylvania Dairymen’s Association has announced its array of 2024 activities and partnerships, including free milkshake opportunities. The Calving Corner, a visitor favorite, is returning this year with interactive, family-friendly learning activities. The corner will feature live births, calves and cows, dairy farm … Read more
Monday’s hometown heroes donated their spare change to a great non-profit. Weis Markets donated $250,000 to the Central Pennsylvania Food Bank on Monday. The Money came from the company’s 16th annual Fight Hunger Campaign. That campaign invites shoppers to round up their bills to the nearest dollar and donate the change. Continue reading on … Read more
The Central Pennsylvania Food Bank on Wednesday announced that it has received a $50,000 grant from the Bayer Fund, the philanthropic arm of the Bayer corporation in the United States. The money will be used to source and distribute fresh, grocery store quality food to Lebanon County residents who are experiencing food insecurity, Central PA Food Bank … Read more
The nonprofit bringing a “Western Healthy Food Hub” to Hollidaysburg is looking to address rising food insecurity with the help of local farmers. Joe Arthur, the CEO of the Central Pennsylvania Food Bank, said the rising costs of goods and groceries is forcing many people to turn to local food banks. Continue reading on WPSU
PA Preferred labels have graced state-produced agricultural items in grocery stores since 2004, and now the state government has created a sister brand: PA Preferred Organic. As the name suggests, this new label will mark products that meet USDA standards for organic productions and PA Preferred standards for goods that come from Pennsylvania. Continue reading on … Read more
Central Pennsylvania is known for many famous foods. Hershey Chocolate, Snyder’s of Hanover, and Sturgis Pretzels just to name a few. But there is one food that bears the name of the county it came from. Lebanon Bologna has been around for over 100 years and can be found in many different flavors. The meat … Read more
Spooky season is here and select Applebee’s in Pennsylvania are celebrating with free kids meals on Halloween. An Applebee’s franchise in central and western PA wants to “witch” you a happy Halloween on Tuesday, Oct. 31, by offering free meals to kids 12 and under. Continue reading on WTAJ
Pat’s Steaks announced they’re coming to Penn State University, but things have changed and the anticipated new location won’t be happening any time soon. Pat’s Steaks at Penn State was set to be the company’s first-ever second location. Previously, the company said they were shooting for a December opening. Continue reading on ABC27
Do you need a break from all this pumpkin talk during fall or are you just a bigger apple fan? For those searching for a place to go and pick apples and use them for a variety of recipes, abc27 News has created a list of a few places to go apple picking. Continue … Read more
Jersey Mike’s Subs is bringing another stop to central Pennsylvania. One of the restaurants is opening Sept. 27 at 2203 W. Cumberland St. in Lebanon. It’s the 12th location for franchise owner Matt Patterson Continue reading on Penn Live