FROM THE LOCALS BLOG

There’s a new brewery in Bucks County already serving up some of the best craft beer in Bucks – Broad Street Brewing has officially opened its doors in historic Bristol! Owned by Ed Webber, Tim Lohse, and Brandon Wellington, the trio opened Broad Street Brewing to pay homage to the city of Philadelphia, its rich history, and diverse culture. Paired with Andrew Balmer’s passion and expertise in…

If you are anything like me and my family, we often play the “what do you want to eat" game every time we decide to go out for a meal. My sister usually wants Mexican food, my Mom and Dad say they’re fine with anything, and I am usually indecisive. Whether or not this sounds familiar, you cannot go wrong with a trip to the Newtown Farmer’s Market- there is truly something for everyone. As a…

Volpe’s Original - Bensalem Besides treating yourself to Italian Ice, a milkshake, or a sundae, I hope you will try my absolute FAVORITE, fresh warm waffles right off the griddle, topped with hand dipped ice cream of your choice! John and Jerry were both FUN and welcoming, full of personality, sharing the history of this amazing ice cream and water ice family adventure. To think that this…

Growing up, I loved to dress up as if I were royalty hosting a pretend tea party with all my friends. We would all wear princess dresses, pull out my tea set that my seven-year-old self painted, and sip air out of our cups. Now, I can do that but even better- I don’t have to pretend. If you’re looking to assuage your childhood tea party dreams, The Talking Teacup is the place to visit. This hidden…

If you are looking for one of the most beautiful and interesting places to visit in the county, filled with surprises in so many shapes and forms, Paxson Hill Farm is the place to be! Traveling to New Hope from Fallsington on the New Jersey side of the Delaware Canal provided a whole new set of scenery. Driving through Stockton, Titusville, and Lambertville, just to name a few, is an adventure…

If you are looking for something interesting and FUN, head on over to the scenic small town of New Hope, Pennsylvania. You will be surprised when you experience all that it has to offer with its riverside eateries, various shops full of personality, a well-known theater, and many cultural attractions. What’s great about this quaint town in Pennsylvania, is that not only is it historical in…

If you are looking for an earth friendly, fun-filled adventure, head on over to Snipes Farm in Morrisville where you will find vegetables, fruit trees, goats, a rabbitat, bee hives, bat houses, horses, ducks, chickens, quails, a cider press, a bird blind, maze, a huge red barn, a playground, farm museum, and my favorite, a beautiful nature walk! Did you know that the Snipes family has been…

Morrisville is a small, but mighty town. Being the oldest borough in Bucks County, the tight-knit community of Morrisville takes a lot of pride in their local businesses, restaurants, parks, schools, etc. If you've been to the Delaware town, Morrisville, you know there are a lot of neighborhood eateries that are awarded for their uniqueness, quality, and characteristics that make up a portion of…

If you are looking for a fun-filled adventure, head on over to Newtown borough where you will find wide sidewalks, restaurants, taverns, shops, and my favorite, The Newtown Theatre! Did you know that this historic town was founded by William Penn in 1684? Penn organized the town around Philadelphia to provide country homes for city residents, while supporting the farming communities. At one…

Bristol Borough is Bucks County’s oldest town, dating back from 1682. The riverside borough proudly celebrates and preserves its rich historical legacy. The homes and buildings in this quaint town, paint the perfect picture of its past through its architecture. The architecture consists of structures that were built before the Revolutionary War, waterfront mansions, industrial worker housing of…