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The Perks of Getting Older (Whatever Your Age)
Tuesday, April 7, 2009 6:32AM
Happy birthday to me, happy birthday to me, happy birthday, happy birthday, happy birthday to me! Well, not yet actually, but I've been known to call April my birthday month and extend celebrations as long as possible. I can't remember when this started, but once I hit my 30s, I decided to approach aging as a happy thing and an excuse to hang out with my friends and family and go wild. Of course, now with two tots in tow, I'm just excited to get out for a nice dinner with the hubby. So I felt like I hit the jackpot this week, as free birthday offers came pouring into my inbox and -- for the companies who just don't get it -- into my mail slot. Want to make sure you get your freebies on your birthday? Full Article » -
Restaurant Round-Up: The Hill Side Cafe and Melting Pot x II
Tuesday, March 31, 2009 3:54PM
Food is one thing that I don't mind spending money on. In my experience going out for a nice meal with friends or a loved one at a truly great restaurant is worth spending a few bucks, and it's not enjoyable if you worry about what you're going to spend the whole meal. I've done that. It's awful. I love food of all kinds, and I'm certainly not a food snob or a foodie, but sometimes you just want a nice dinner. This week in Restaurant Round-Up, Evan recounts a pleasant meal at the Hill Side Cafe in Etters — a place that I didn't even know existed — and Dori and Madeline both check in after visiting the Melting Pot on separate occasions. No one I know has ever been there and had a bad experience. Beg to differ? Agree with us? Leave us a comment. Full Article » -
Restaurant Round-Up: Zembie’s, Pavone’s & 3rd St. Deli
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However the tradition of naming sandwiches after people got started, it's an awesome one. Seriously. What a great thing to have associated with your name. It's especially awesome if the sandwich named after you is in some way a reflection of your personality. For instance, the Fraser Street Deli in State College named everything on its menu after former Penn State athletes. If you feel up to it, you can order the Jimmy Kennedy, which is a quadruple bypass masquerading as a breakfast sandwich.
The Jimmy Kennedy consists of enough eggs, cheese, sausage, bacon and ham to fill a complete toasted sub roll. The beauty of this sandwich is that you feel like Jimmy Kennedy when you're done with it; a little bit heavy, generally happy and unbelievably lethargic. Zembie's does this, but I don't think they really tried to match sandwiches with personalities. Otherwise the Matt Stairs would be a Sloppy Joe. This week in Restaurant Round-Up, I justify my love for Zembie's, Dori has an utterly "meh" experience at Pavone's and Dave tries to convince you to go to the 3rd Street Deli. As always, comments are appreciated. Full Article » -
Restaurant Round-Up: Fenicci’s, Rock N Brew & Ted’s Tavern
Tuesday, March 3, 2009 1:15PMThis week we review three eating establishments with virtually nothing in common. Aside from each having an "e" somewhere in its name (see, a real stretch), they're in different towns, with wildly different atmospheres and diverse menus. They've all been around awhile, though, so chances are good that you've (a) heard of them, (b) driven by them and (c) patronized at least one of them. Please feel free to comment on your favorite or not, so we can keep the opinions in the Roundup well-rounded. Full Article »
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Restaurant Round-Up: Mitaka, Thai Palace & Italian Delight
Tuesday, February 17, 2009 3:45PMIt's been a while since we had a Restaurant Round-Up, but never fear, this is the triumphant return. This week in the Round-Up, Dori and her family check out Mitaka, I indulge a Food Network-induced craving for Thai and Katie gets a really great cheesesteak. On a related note, next time you're in Philly, skip Pat's, skip Geno's and especially skip Tony Luke's and get your cheesesteak from John's Roast Pork off of Columbus. So South Philly, but so good. If you're a Pat's or Geno's fan, feel free to disagree below. Full Article »
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Thoughts for the Holiday Shopping Season
Monday, November 10, 2008 10:57AM
This is the time of year when our family starts compiling wish lists to share, to ensure that we all get what we want for Christmas. Initially, I rejected this idea as completely missing the spirit of the season. I mean, if you don't know your family members well enough to buy them something appropriate (and be considerate enough to include a gift receipt just in case you are wrong), then why bother shopping for them at all? Let's all write each other checks and be done with it. After I got married, however, and admittedly didn't know the in-laws as well as my own family, I gave in. After all, I'm a list-maker who's happy to cross things off and feel a sense of accomplishment. Plus, the recipients seem to be happy (albeit, not surprised) with their loot.
Last year, we tightened the reins, after taking a guilt-ridden look around the living room at presents stacked five feet high, from wall to wall. We do not NEED all this stuff, and as much as I love to shop for my loved ones, it feels downright wrong to consume so much crap. I emailed all the family and set our limit at $50 per person. Everyone was agreeable and we're sticking to it again this year.
Multiply $50 times all those relatives and a few choice friends, and I'm still spending a nice chunk of change. So I got to thinking about where to spend my money (lists notwithstanding). With the "current economic conditions," it seems to me that WHERE we shop can really impact our region. Follow along with my rudimentary thinking and bring forth your commentary!
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Restaurant Round-Up: Portabella’s, Tokyo Diner & Soda Jerk Diner
Tuesday, November 4, 2008 10:58AM
I used to be a regular at a diner. When I was in high school, my friends and I would always go to the Carlisle Diner late-night, and it was very pleasant. We had the same waitress, sat at the same table in the back and ordered generally the same stuff every time we went. We were like the crew from Seinfeld going to the coffee shop except we were young, poor and probably annoying. No one even suggested going anywhere else; that would have been the equivalent of George suggesting that Jerry and Elaine go to Monks [UPDATE: I have been informed that Monk's is the name of the regular coffee shop in Seinfeld, and then in the episode in question, George is trying to get the gang to go to Reggies. My mistake. As a Seinfeld maniac, I'm ashamed].
To me, that's what a diner is. Apparently some people around here people seem to have other ideas. For a while, Tom Sawyer's Cantina on 2nd St. in Harrisburg was called Tom Sawyer's Diner, but while it looked like a diner on the outside, it certainly wasn't one in spirit. This week in the Restaurant Round-Up, Dori gives another non-diner diner—Tokyo Diner—high marks. Also, Fran talks about eating beef at a place named after a mushroom and Winton reviews a REAL diner, the Soda Jerk in Hummelstown. As always: Comments, leave 'em if you got 'em. Full Article » -
Restaurant Round-Up: Bube’s Brewery, Hershey Grill and Texas Roadhouse
Tuesday, October 14, 2008 9:11AM
In this edition of our Tuesday feature, we review a favorite brunch spot, a biergarten and a popular chain. For the most part, everyone was satisfied with their meals this past week, it seems. If you have been to any of these spots, be sure to add your review and commentary in the comments section. We love to hear from you! Full Article » -
Restaurant Round-Up: Piazza Sorrento, Zia’s & Back Door Café
Wednesday, September 3, 2008 10:26AM
This week, Fran checked out Piazza Sorrento in Hershey for the first time and left underwhelmed, Dori checked out Zia's for the first time and liked it so much she went right back and I went somewhere I've probably eaten 100 times. Variety is the spice of life, but there's something comforting about going back to an old favorite. Who knows, maybe you'll read something here that will make you check out somewhere new and find a favorite of your own. If you have anything to add about any of these places, feel free to do it in the comments section. Full Article » -
This Weekend: Dori’s Guide for “Staycationers”
Thursday, August 7, 2008 12:00PMThe first time I heard the term "staycation" in place of vacation, I grimaced and prayed that Merriam-Webster would not be declaring it an official English word anytime soon. However, it seems to be sticking, with astronomical gas prices and the sad lack of truly fuel-efficient vehicles. So let's go with it. If you are postponing faraway travels to stay close to home, good for you.
I decided to give Justin a little break from his normal weekend post, so here are some ideas—listed in random assorted genres—to help you find something that whets your whistle without draining your gas tank. Full Article »
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