Before heading back to college in August, I needed a night out with my mom. After hearing that New Hope in Bucks County has endless shopping, a variety of places to eat, and a world-premiere musical to see, we knew this was the perfect place for us. 

We started off our night walking around Main Street and doing some shopping. Our first stop was my mom’s all-time favorite store, Sweet Repeat Records. They sell all types of records, CDs, music memorabilia, and more. The vibes in there are unmatched and there is always something new to look at when we come in. We also stopped at Farley’s Bookshop to pick out a few books we’ve been eyeing, and New Hope Apparel Co. to find a cute outfit for our next MDNO (Mother-Daughter Night Out).

Even though we wanted to keep shopping, our stomachs began to growl, meaning it was almost dinner time. There were countless options, making the decision tough, but we decided on The Playhouse Deck, adjacent to the Bucks County Playhouse. This restaurant has a stunning riverfront view and a door that leads us right to our seats for the show. My mom started with a tasty cocktail and their fried mozzarella. For our main course, I ate the grilled cheese with the best cheese pull I’ve ever seen, while my mom had the truffle mac & cheese. The food was so delicious. Our favorite part of the meal, though, was the dessert cocktail. Mom said it was genuinely the best espresso martini she had ever had!

Following this tasty meal, we went straight from The Deck to our seats at the Playhouse. The door leading directly from dinner to the theater was perfect! We went to see “Last of the Red Hot Mamas,” which was a brand-new world-premiere musical. This vaudeville-style show was filled with amazing vocals, outstanding tap dancing, humor, and spotless set design. Our favorite character was Mollie Elkins, played by Rheaume Crenshaw, whom we fell in love with for her beautiful voice and remarkable acting. We really enjoyed the show and can’t wait to see where it goes.

My mom and I had so much fun in New Hope, PA. I am so glad I got to spend time with her doing all of the things we love before I head back to college. If you are looking for a MDNO soon, New Hope is the place for you! There is so much to do, it would be impossible to fall short of a great time. We cannot wait to have another night out soon!