If you attended a maple event or visited a maple camp, baking a burnt sugar cake is a unique way to use the maple product you brought home. We got our hands on an authentic recipe for this traditional dessert that Somerset County natives cherish, and we want to share it with you! It's so popular, that sometimes Laurel Highlands brides serve burnt…
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Is your stomach growling louder than our whitewater rapids? Chow down at 12 of the best restaurants in the Laurel Highlands, according to TripAdvisor reviews from visitors like you! Make sure you Instagram your grub by using #LaurelHighlands and reserve a spot early, as these restaurants tend to book quickly. Chef Dato's Table It can be easy to…
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As the leaves change, so does the wine selection at picturesque wineries throughout the Laurel Highlands. Find out what's new off of the grapevine along with exciting events and more with our Laurel Highlands fall wine preview. Bella Terra Vineyards With a huge wine list and stunning outdoor seating to watch the fall colors, Bella Terra is a…
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Dine in the open air and pop the cork on an excellent bottle of wine at one of these establishments. Food is always better when it's enjoyed in the fresh air, right? Enjoy delicious food, unique flavors, and some wonderful views with this list of places to eat and drink outdoors. Relax and enjoy the atmosphere of Bar Nine, a unique gastropub with…
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Summer isn’t complete without some sweet barbecue (and a cold one or two). Here are 5 spots with excellent, slow-cooked, finger licking, sticky, BBQ goodness. Stone House BBQ in Farmington Stone House Restaurant & Country Inn smokes, braises, grills, and fries some of the best BBQ around, from wings and things to stakes, pulled pork, and more…
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Ridiculously good eats, carefully prepared creations, and fresh, modern menus full of flavor: that’s what these six restaurants have in common. These delectable eateries serve up dishes that reflect the best ingredients available for the season and menus consistently refreshed with new and exciting options, presenting some of the best culinary…
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Chef Jeremy Critchfield of the Stone House Restaurant & Country Inn, a local legend and grill-master, has more than 25 years of experience in the industry. Chef is famous for his delicious menu and is constantly developing new recipes and ways to serve his delicious food to the masses. If you missed it, check out our recent blog interview with…
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From unusual names to unique flavors, these craft breweries are tapping into some delicious creativity. Hop to it, and try the flavors that speak to you. This beer list is just a taste of all the crafts these brew masters have created. Visit all four of these fantastic breweries in the region: Bloom Brew, Four Seasons Brewing Company, Rivertowne…
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Have a good thyme, enjoy farm-fresh goods, and experience local charm and color in the Laurel Highlands. Shop for locally grown produce and handcrafted items. Dine at restaurants where the microwave has long been extinct. Discover a place that makes "Farm-to-Table" feel like "Farm-To-Soul." Farmers’ Markets Ligonier Country Market Shop and eat at…
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