The holiday season and the winter months in general have their own unique flavor when it comes to flowers, gardening and natural decorations. While the spring and summer have their vibrant flowers and bright greens and the autumn brings the beautiful colors of changing leaves, the winter months sport evergreen boughs, holly leaves and perhaps…
With Thanksgiving and Christmas just around the corner, this time of year is a busy and exciting one. The main thread that ties these holidays together is food! Across nations and cultures, celebrating around a meal of special dishes and delicacies is a constant, and whether you’re just spending time with your immediate family during…
It’s official! The weather is getting cooler, the leaves are starting to turn, and autumn is in the air! This brief but beautiful season is one that almost everyone looks forward to. There’s fall fun to be had everywhere you look, from dressing up for Halloween to picking fresh apples and pumpkins to just enjoying…
Along with pumpkin patches and colorful leaves, the fall season means that it’s time for apple picking! There are few better places to engage in this time honored tradition than the Berks County, PA, where farms and orchards abound and the harvest is always full of fresh, juicy fruits. We took some time to hear…
We’re now in the last few weeks of summer, and before we know it, Labor Day will be here and it’ll be time to enjoy the last few moments of warm weather activities and foods before autumn starts to set in. Whether you’re planning a huge, blowout barbecue with everyone you love or you’re just…
July is a fitting month for National Ice Cream Month—there’s no better way to refresh yourself in the heat and humidity than with a delicious dairy treat. All ice cream aficionados from the amateur ice cream lover to the pro taster know that the best ice cream is handmade in small batches with fresh ingredients…
In Berks County, PA, the heart of local farming beats strong and our community’s love for fresh, homegrown produce can’t be beat. That’s why we’re excited to introduce our brand-new map directory and event calendar. These comprehensive resources are designed to connect customers with the finest ingredients and food our local farms have to offer. …
Now that spring is finally here and things are starting to bloom again, it’s time to start getting ready for one of the best times of the year– pick-your-own season! Nothing beats fruits and vegetables that you freshly picked yourself, whether you’re making savory meals, fresh salads, sweet desserts, or just eating some delicious produce…
Bog Turtle Creek Farm, located in Berks County, PA, is an inspiring program that aims to make healthy and fresh produce available to families in the city of Reading. The program, a student-led response to food deserts, provides healthy, affordable food options for low-income families in the community. At the helm of this program is…
Easter is a time for celebration and joy, and what better way to celebrate than by supporting local businesses and farmers in Berks County? By shopping locally, we can both enjoy the freshest, top-quality products and also support our community. One of the great farms that stands out this spring is ACEC Farm & Market,…