They know who they are, what they want and where they’re going. Now, they just need someone to share it all with. Get to know eight of the Valley’s most eligible bachelors and bachelorettes, and learn what it takes to win their hearts.
Betsy Kohl, 27
Manager, Hamilton District Main Street
Dax Shepard and Kristen Bell are relationship goals. I’m looking for someone I can laugh with, someone I can relate to, who is goal oriented, driven and dependable. My ideal date is April 25th, because it’s not too hot, not too cold, all you need is a light jacket... just kidding! I like to keep it casual—going out for drinks or meeting for coffee. My celebrity crush is Trevor Noah from The Daily Show! My favorite Valley spot is anywhere in Downtown Allentown. Will Ferrell movies are my guilty pleasure. My hidden talent is remembering movie quotes and having entire conversations with them. Driving on 22 is my phobia. My grandpa is the funniest person alive. I could live on sushi. To have found a career that I love and to be a part of Downtown Allentown’s revitalization is my greatest achievement. I haven’t found the one yet because I’ve been focused on my career. I’m not really “looking.” We’ll find each other when the time is right. I want the winning combination of humor, confidence and a serious animal lover! Yeah, you have to love animals to win my heart.
Austin Snyder, 31
Facilities Manager, Alliance for Building Communities
I’m looking for a fun, spontaneous, loving kind of relationship. A woman must be funny, smart, sweet, caring, confident, adventurous, outgoing, sexy and not scared to get a little dirty. My ideal date would include going to an IronPigs or Phantoms game, then out to the bar for a little nightlife fun. My celebrity crush is Brad Pitt; I mean who doesn’t love Brad Pitt? I’m just kidding. It would have to be Rihanna. Volpe’s Sports Bar, Brew Works and The Hamilton are my favorite spots in the Valley, and I’m really excited that Pig Pen Bar opened back up. Eating whipped cream from the can is my guilty pleasure. My hidden talent is that I can touch my tongue to my nose. I don’t like spiders. Will Ferrell is the funniest person alive. I could live on grilled chicken. Being a great dad to my son is my greatest achievement. Why haven’t I found the one yet? I thought I did. I’m looking for a woman who would do anything for me and knows me so well that she would do things without me even having to ask.
Christina Kane, 38
Compensation Specialist, Zep Inc.
I’m looking for someone to spend the rest of my life with. Life is too short to waste, and when you find a connection, it’s nice to share all aspects of your life with them. I’m looking for someone who is confident, a good listener, adventurous, intelligent, loyal and humorous. My ideal date includes a nice dinner followed by a night of dancing (to burn off the dessert!). Luke Bryan is my celebrity crush. My favorite spot in the Valley is Vynecrest Winery. Singing “Livin’ on a Prayer” loudly and proudly, like no one is listening, is my guilty pleasure. Hidden talents? None that can be published. I have a fear of needles and a fear of bees. Chris Rock is the funniest person alive. I could live on Mega Stuf Oreo cookies. Running a half marathon in just over two hours is my greatest achievement. I love a man who pays attention and remembers the little things.
Jon Capobianco, 42
Co-Owner, CrossFit Advanced
Real Estate Agent, REMAX
I’m looking for a relationship that involves lots of laughs! I would like my partner to be able to know their own mind and be passionate about what they do in life. I love architecture and history, so my ideal date is a surprise picnic on the grounds of “Downton Abbey” in England. My celebrity crush is Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and actress Mila Kunis. Sunday mornings at my gym, CrossFit Advanced in Easton, is my favorite spot in the Valley. I have my vices like gelato and good red wine. When I can’t find the gelato, Nosa yogurt will do. My hidden talent is I can handstand walk! I have an irrational fear of running out of laundry detergent. The funniest person alive is a close call between Wanda Sykes and my gurrrrrrl Nancy Jo Black. I could live on Greek food—Lamb Souvlaki to be specific. My greatest achievement is taking the chance on leaving a career of 16 years to work towards owning my own business and entering real estate for the second half of my life. I most likely haven’t found the one yet because of time. What does it take to win my heart? A good homemade Old Fashioned. No, really, like the drink, an Old Fashioned. Preferably, served in a black-and-red checkered apron.
Dan Moscaritolo, 28
Sports Director, WFMZ
I’m always on the lookout for someone I could spend time with and share fun experiences with—a relationship where it’s not the dominant aspect of life. Right now, I just want to have fun. I tend to look for women who are intelligent, successful, independent and strong-willed. My ideal date would probably involve skiing, simply because I haven’t done that kind of date yet. Emma Watson is my celebrity crush. My favorite spot in the Valley is Bell Hall: good beer, nice setup and a fun spot for gatherings. My guilty pleasure is being highly susceptible to binge watching on Netflix. My hidden talent is that I can play the drums reasonably well. I’m not a fan of bugs or tall buildings. I’m probably most afraid of failure though. Chris Rock is the funniest person alive. I could live on steak. Nice, thick, juicy, seasoned, beautiful steak. I consider getting into the journalism business to be the achievement I’m most proud of in life. I haven’t found the one yet because of a combination of two things: the fact that I haven’t really prioritized relationships and that my schedule makes it very difficult to do anyway, at least right now. Winning my heart will take factors like trust, adversity and time.
Kristine Islas, 43
Restaurant General Manager, Union and Finch
I’m looking for a down-to-earth, stable, honest commitment that is understood, knowing that it’s about taking care of each other and still having fun. I’m looking for someone who has a sense of humor, and is an honest, caring, confident man that is a football fan. Music, dinner and a walk on the beach is my ideal date. My celebrity crush is Joe Manganiello. I may be biased, but Union and Finch is my favorite spot in the Valley. Staying in my pajamas all day long on my day off is my guilty pleasure. My hidden talent is that I’m actually pretty handy with cars and home repairs. I am claustrophobic. Jimmy Fallon is the funniest person alive. I love all seafood! Working hard and creating a good life for my family and myself is my greatest achievement. I haven’t found the one yet because the restaurant business is very demanding and it takes a very understanding person to deal with my schedule and responsibilities. A great sense of humor, someone who is witty and has a beautiful smile is what it takes to win my heart.
Wes Kovach, 37
Construction Manager, Traditions of America at Saucon Valley
I’m looking for adventure and good conversation. My ideal date includes a nice hike followed by a gourmet lunch at an outdoor patio, followed up by some afternoon cocktails. Rihanna or Emmanuelle Chriqui is my celebrity crush. My favorite spot in the Valley is Grille 3501 or Limeport Inn for dinner—Torre for drinks. Grey’s Anatomy is my guilty pleasure. I hate crowded places. Steve Carell as “Michael Scott” is the funniest person alive. I could live on Chilean Sea Bass. I haven’t found the one yet because it took me a long time to realize what I want in a partner. Want to win my heart? I want someone who can be there but is also comfortable to let me be independent as well, someone who can deal with my dominant personality and put me in my place when needed, someone who can share passions or, at the very least, support them.
Christy Zuk, 52
Owner/ Interior Designer, LIV. Interiors LLC
I’m looking for long term, forever. I want someone who is warm, has a big heart and is family oriented. My ideal date is anything involving sun and water! Jason Mraz is my celebrity crush. My favorite spot in the Valley is SteelStacks. Watching The Bachelor/The Bachelorette is my guilty pleasure. I have a fear of heights. My son Justin is the funniest person alive. I could live on any fruit or vegetable. Raising my three boys who have huge, amazing hearts is my greatest accomplishment. I haven’t found the one yet because I work hard on myself mentally, physically and spiritually. I haven’t met anyone that meets me where I am. A beautiful smile, fun, youthful, open hearted and ready is what it takes to win my heart.
