FROM THE LOCALS BLOG

“Wildflowers are nature’s way of painting the world with vibrant hues.”- Unknown. It was a chilly March afternoon when I visited Bowman’s Hill Wildflower Preserve in New Hope, PA.; a day that felt like Winter was fighting against the newly blooming flowers that were heralding Spring. Set on 134 preserved acres of forest, ponds, meadows and trails, Bowman’s Hill Wildflower Preserve is the only…

Spring is in full bloom in Bucks County! Head out and enjoy the weather at one of the many exciting events happening this weekend! Check out our guide below for details on this weekend’s must-see events around the County. Stay up-to-date on what’s coming up next week with our Upcoming Events Calendar. FRIDAY, APRIL 26 Dueling Pianos and Desserts The talented musicians from John Arden Music will…

Morrisville has a new restaurant in town and this vibrant eatery and scene is just what the borough needs! You may recognize the Yardley restaurateurs, Nicole and Frederick Rabena. They own and operate Mil-Lee's Diner, La La Lobster, Yardley Joe, and Yardley Distillery (Yardley Restaurant Group). They have decided to venture both their craft spirits and culinary passion into the next town over to…

Enjoy a glass of “hard” cider at Manoff Market Cidery in New Hope and your beverage bias will buzz right off. Cider isn’t just for Fall. It’s an all-year-long delight, and is extra crisp on “Cider Night”. You can kick back your boots, listen to live bluegrass in the barn and sip away. If you prefer your cider paired with a slice of sunset over an orchard with a twist of crickets, you can enjoy it…

If you’re from Bucks County or have driven through Upper Bucks, you might have heard of or seen signs for “Pearl S. Buck”. Perhaps you’ve attended a wedding at the beautiful Pearl S. Buck House. Or maybe you have already taken one of the tours of Ms. Buck’s home. Whether you knew her, want to know more about her, or are wondering who she is, the Hidden Gems: Fashioning a Legacy Exhibit will answer…

Ever want to visit Hawaii without leaving Bucks County? Located in Peddler’s Village, Moku Bowls serves up Asian-inspired Hawaiian style poke’ for your hungry island soul as well as all day Sunshine Bowls. When I first walked into the shop, I was blown away by just how big the space was. The decor was even more spectacular, I immediately felt like I was transported straight to Hawaii. Totally…

As you probably know, March is International Women's Month, a time to showcase and honor some of our favorite women-led enterprises. The Lucky Cupcake located in Peddlers Village is one of those places. Offering a wide variety of baked goods, this women owned, women run establishment has been churning out cupcakes, cakes, cookies, donuts, specialty coffees and more for the past 15 years. Owner…

Whether someone has a dietary restriction or is living with lifestyle choices, gluten-free menu choices are becoming more familiar at local eateries. Luckily for residents and tourists of Bucks County, the food scene is so diverse and open, that gluten-free items happen to be the "new norm" and are not so limited anymore. Below is a round up of bakeries, cafés, restaurants, and more that allow…

Second hand and vintage stores have been on the rise in popularity in the 2020’s. If you have the time, you can find one-of-a-kind pieces and create a closet to be envious of. There is something so rewarding about finding a piece that ties your wardrobe together, or just stumbling upon a gem from the ‘70s. I will be the first to admit that I go thrifting maybe too much. I love finding new places…

“Life is short. Eat dessert first.”- Jaques Torres Imagine strolling along the Seine in Paris on a cold, crisp morning with a croissant and café au lait in hand. The still warm croissant was just baked and you can imagine it filled with chocolate, almond cream or jam, the perfect beginning to your day. We can’t promise you the Seine, but we can promise you a fresh baked croissant from Mamie…