Bread Pudding with Jack Daniels Sauce
One of Vintage Restaurant and Bar's most popular desserts just happens to be one of ours. The undeniably delectable Bread Pudding with Jack Daniels Sauce is a dessert we just can't stop thinking about. For the last 12 years, Chef Mike Pichetto has taken the traditional bread pudding and amped it up with a distinct kick of whiskey. It all starts with a bread pudding base created with custard, cream and eggs, served warm. This doughy and delightful confection is then bathed in a harmonious blend of syrup, sugar and Jack Daniels. Don't bother asking for two forks, you will not want to share this one.
The Club at Morgan Hill 100 Clubhouse Dr., Easton | 610.923.8480 | theclubatmorganhill.com
Steak on the Stone
Just the sound of the sizzling hot stone is enough to get your mouth watering for the juicy filet that follows. Valenca's signature Steak on the Stone is definitely a must-try when in Easton. This grilled filet mignon is finished tableside to your specifications with the help of a fire-hot stone. Served with rice, Spanish potatoes and fresh vegetables, this dish also comes with your choice of steak sauces—sea salt and garlic sauce, shitake mushroom or blue cheese. Rest assured, every bite will be savored and your plate will be cleaned.
Valenca 64-66 Centre Square, Easton | 610.923.5142 | valencaonthesquare.com
Baked Café & Bakery
Nestled along Emmaus' historic Main Street sits a café and bakery we visit time and time again—Baked. Described by many as cozy and friendly, Baked offers something for everyone. Each day they bake up a new special along with their endless selection of goodies, making it hard to decide what to order. In addition to their baked goods, they offer freshly made soups and salads, and organic, vegan and gluten-free menu items you'd be hard-pressed to find all under one roof anywhere else. Not only are their cakes, scones and tarts delicious, everything is also priced affordably and they're always willing to accommodate specialty orders like gluten-free birthday cakes. Sign up for their e-mails and you will get weekly alerts about specials: the perfect reminder that it's time to stop at Baked.
228 Main St., Emmaus | 610.966.6100 | bakedbypx3.com
Sweet Potato Quesadilla
We just love going to the Blue Sky Café on Bethlehem's South Side for its cozy, yet cosmopolitan feel and its organically based menu that boasts combinations of entrée creations that you just can't get anywhere else. High on our list of their offerings is the Sweet Potato Quesadilla with its tiers of delicately scrambled eggs, cheddar jack cheese, sour cream and black bean salsa. The flavor secret is definitely in the whipped sweet potato filling that bursts forth from the fork as you dig into your dish. This is a thoroughly satisfying brunch choice that will have you feeling full and happy ‘til dinner.
Blue Sky Café 22 W. 4th St., Bethlehem | 610.867.9390 | theblueskycafe.com
Kani Salad
It's easy to miss this delectable appetizer on the menu at Bamboo Asian Cuisine & Sushi Bar in Allentown, but we urge you not to. But when you order the Kani salad—think pink not green, because this is not a leafy endeavor. What you will get is an ample serving of sumptuous chunked crabmeat in a creamy, yet light and spicy dressing. For texture, Bamboo adds in slivers of fresh cucumber, so there's a bit of crunch in every bite. This is the perfect start to a meal and is big enough for two to share. We suggest you make a reservation as even on a rainy Thursday night, this place was packed.
Bamboo Asian Cuisine & Sushi Bar | 345 S. Cedar Crest Blvd., Allentown | 610.770.8899 | thebamboocuisine.com
