Barbecue is heating up at the Harrisburg Midtown Arts Center. Philadelphia-area chef Keith Taylor, known as “Chef Soul,” is opening Zachary’s BBQ & Soul inside the arts and entertainment complex at 1110 N. Third St. It opens July 6. The U.S. Army veteran specializes in southern comfort foods and smoked specialties for lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch. Taylor’s … Read more
Can’t make it to the farmers market this week. No problem. A new service will bring fresh items to your door each week. Market Wagon has brought its online farmers market and delivery service to the midstate. The service allows customers to browse locally grown products on their computer or smartphone throughout the week and place … Read more
MECHANICSBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — Midstate ice cream shops want you to take a hike and many of them are part of the fourth annual Ice Cream Trail of Central Pennsylvania. The Midstate trail nicknamed Scooped is the largest in the state. Between Chambersburg and Ephrata, where ice cream is made from scratch, there are 12 … Read more
Dairy Month milk distribution benefits central Pa. organizations Janice Reinke, left, and Lori Renne, both with Midwest Food Bank Pa., load milk into a vehicle. In honor of Dairy Month, the Pa. Dairymen’s Association hosts a milk distribution for nonprofit groups at the Midwest Food Bank Pennsylvania warehouse in Lower Swatara Township. June 15, 2021. … Read more
CATAWISSA, Pa. — It was 90 degrees and sunny for much of the day at Rohrbach’s Farm near Catawissa. Owner Denise Bosworth says this weather is ideal for strawberries. “As long as we’re getting a nice amount of rain, which we have been, and our strawberries also have drip irrigation on them, so they’re getting … Read more
If you’re headed to northern Lancaster County, swing by Fox Meadows Creamery & Country Market. The family-owned ice cream stop and market at 2475 W. Main St. in Clay Township outside of Ephrata was recently named Pennsylvania’s best ice cream shop by The Daily Meal. The site listed the best shops in all 50 states. It lauded … Read more
A national aluminum can shortage, caused by an increase of at-home drinking due to the restaurant and bar closures at the beginning of the pandemic, is hitting local grocery stores. Weis Markets in the Harrisburg area put up signs last week notifying customers of potential shortages in sodas and beer due to the national aluminum can shortage. … Read more
MERCER, Pa. — Rick Koller had cheese that needed a home and farmers who were facing milk dumping. The Central Pennsylvania Food Bank had people who needed something to eat. Their story of rapidly shifting supply chains highlights the role food banks may play in driving dairy consumption during the COVID-19 pandemic, a role that … Read more
Although my mother was Italian, she learned to cook my father’s favorite dishes from her mother-in-law. Shoofly pie, red beet eggs, boiled pot pie, dandelion salad — these were ordinary dishes when I was growing up. Not until I moved away from home did I learn that this was traditional Pennsylvania Dutch fare. As all … Read more
HARRISBURG, Pa. WHTM) – UPMC Pinnacle Foundation announced a $100,000 donation to the Central Pennsylvania Food Bank in support of COVID-19 relief efforts. The donation helped the Food Bank meet the 43% increase in community needs during the pandemic. “At UPMC, it is our mission to serve our community. We realize that access to food and good nutrition are integral components of good health,” said Philip … Read more
PENNSYLVANIA, USA — Dunkin’ and its franchisees in the Lancaster, Harrisburg, and York areas are teaming up to say, “thank you,” to local healthcare workers, especially those on the frontlines of the COVID-19 response. On National Nurses Day (May 6), Dunkin’ is offering all healthcare workers a free medium hot or iced coffee and a … Read more
HARRISBURG, Pa. — The USDA is teaming up with food banks across the nation, taking $3 billion to help farmers get meals to families in need. The Farmers to Families Food Box program will pay farmers for their surplus food. Locally, the Central Pennsylvania Food Bank says the partnership will be a huge help. “From the … Read more
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — The “Farmers to Families Food Box Program” will give fresh produce, dairy products, and meats from domestic farms and box them to distribute to families in need through regional food banks and other food assistance organizations. The USDA program will procure an estimated $100 million per month in fresh fruits and … Read more
HARRISBURG — Pennsylvania State Employees Credit Union donated $25,000 to Feeding Pennsylvania to support the state’s food banks that are facing increased demand as a result of COVID-19. Food banks across the state are spending more than $1 million a week to assist those in need, said George Rudolph, PSECU president and CEO. “As a … Read more
Frontline medical workers in nine of Geisinger’s medical screening tents throughout Northeast and Central Pennsylvania will get a little treat to help them get through these rough days thanks to local Dunkin’ Donuts franchisee groups. Starting on April 16, local Dunkin’ shops have started to provide boxed coffee, individually wrapped donuts, and bagels with cream … Read more
HARRISBURG – The Central Pennsylvania Food Bank announced it received a $100,000 grant from the PNC Foundation to aid in response to the COVID-19 crisis. This gift will be used to help meet the needs of food insecure residents of central Pennsylvania during the COVID-19 crisis. To feed children and their families, as well as … Read more
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Central Pennsylvania Food Bank announced it received a $100,000 grant from the PNC Foundation to aid in response to the COVID-19 crisis. This gift will be used to help meet the needs of food insecure residents of central Pennsylvania during the COVID-19 crisis. To feed children and their families, … Read more
HARRISBURG, Pa. — With so many people unemployed because of the coronavirus pandemic, the Central Pennsylvania Food Bank is straining to meet the increased demand for food assistance. The organization said some of its partner agencies are reporting three times the usual number of clients over the past two weeks. The Central Pennsylvania Food Bank said it distributed … Read more
The last time this country entered a decade known as the ’20s, Americans were staring down the barrel of a government-mandated dry spell, with no end in sight: Prohibition. It’s been over 100 years since the United States imposed the nationwide ban on the production and sale of all types of alcohol — a “noble experiment” intended to cut crime … Read more
DAUPHIN COUNTY, Pa. — The Central Pennsylvania Food Bank will remain open as volunteers practice social distancing to prevent the spread of the coronavirus. Shelves are stocked and boxes are packed with at least one month’s worth of food as volunteers prepare for an increase in demand. “We’re going to continue our with our mission, … Read more