FROM THE LOCALS BLOG

Treat your kids, grandparents, siblings, parents, a date, a friend, or YOURSELF to one of summer’s all-time favorites from one of Bucks County’s finest creameries and icy treat parlors. With so many places to choose from, you will not be disappointed! Pretzel Factory-Langhorne Pretzels are quick, affordable, filling, and best of all, FRESH. Co-owners, brothers, and operators, Brian & Shaun…

Craving sushi? Find unique offerings, fresh ingredients, and exceptional dining experiences at these three Bucks County eateries. Stop #1: Oishi Oishi has been a special restaurant for my family and friends since it opened in 1999. I came here for my high school graduation, countless birthday celebrations, date nights, and everything in between. I had my first taste of sushi with my father at…

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…

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…

“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…

Is romantic dining on your agenda? Jules @ Market in Bristol is at the top of my list. Truth be told, I found it by accident. I was going on my last first date and looking for a great half-way spot between Central Bucks County and South Jersey. Google Maps dropped the pin right on Bristol Borough and the reviews for Jules @ Market made it a must visit. Five years later, Jules @ Market remains a…

Wondering where to get a great sandwich? Some of the best are right in the heart of Bucks County. Having successfully eaten my way through the county, east to west and north to south, I am confident that I have curated a mouthwatering and eclectic selection, for dining-in, taking-out and some great local ambience. The Borscht Belt – Newtown, PA A visit to The Borscht Belt is an absolute must…