Chianti Italiano Restaurante: Enjoy Traditional Italian Cuisine in Allentown!

Chianti Italiano Restaurante in Allentown uses time-tested recipes and fresh ingredients to create exceptional Italian cuisine. This bustling restaurant with a chic European vibe is a friendly spot perfect for any occassion, and it makes some of the best pizza in the Lehigh Valley. These thin and delicious pies are more than enough to justify a visit here, but there's plenty more to enjoy. The menu is full of delectable entrees, sandwiches, and stromboli, all of which come in hearty portions. Chianti is also BYOB and does not charge a corkage fee. Stop into Chianti Italian Restaurante for an authentic Italian experience that will put a smile on your face!

Chianti Italiano Restaurante
4558 Crackersport Road
Allentown, PA 18104
(610) 391-0080
http://www.yelp.com/biz/chianti-italiano-restaurante-allentown

 

Lehigh Valley Grand Prix: Rev Up and Race

Happily providing the incredible adrenaline rush of indoor go-kart racing, Lehigh Valley Grand Prix in Allentown will give you a heart-pounding time at the track. These little vehicles can reach speeds of up to 45 mph, making the 1/4 mile track a ride that's full of excitement. All the karts are very well maintained, and there are junior heats for child racers. The track is a frequent host of large parties, too, making it a wonderful option for birthdays and other events. The Lehigh Valley Grand Prix offers several pricing options, and group rates are also available. Also on the premises is Octane, a full service restaurant and bar, so you can fill up and refresh in between races! Race on over to Lehigh Valley Grand Prix, and have a thrilling time around the racetrack.

Lehigh Valley Grand Prix
649 S. 10th Street
Allentown, PA 18103
(610) 432-7223
http://www.yelp.com/biz/lehigh-valley-grand-prix-allentown

 

Lehigh Valley Laser Tag: Fast-Paced Fun

For fast-paced fun in a family friendly environment, consider a visit to Lehigh Valley Laser Tag. Using high tech computer technology, laser tag combines action and strategy to create a exciting adventure that's one of a kind. Lehigh Valley Laser Tag has the only multi-level arena in the area, thrillingly enhanced with fog, sound, and blacklight effects. There are numerous game formats, all of which are a an exhilarating journey through a futuristic environment. With all of the running and hiding, the games can make for a great workout, as well! Sessions are reasonably priced, each including three games, along with scorecards for comparing your performances. Wildly entertaining for visitors of all ages, Lehigh Valley Laser Tag is a great stop for a fun adventure.

Lehigh Valley Laser Tag
874 Marcon Boulevard
Allentown, PA 18109
(610) 443-2230
http://www.yelp.com/biz/lehigh-valley-laser-tag-allentown

Lazeez Grill: Some of Allentown’s Favorite Falafel

A great place to visit in Allentown for fans of Mediterranean cuisine, Lazeez Grill provides an excellent dining experience. The service is exceedingly courteous, and everyone here is knowledgable and kind. Lazeez's menu is full of classic dishes, all of which the kitchen executes to perfection. The shawarmas are especially good, but the hummus and tabbouleh are also standouts. The falafel is a great choice, too, uniquely seasoned and not the oily mess of a lot of other places. Everything is exceedingly fresh! Lazeez Grill is a labor of love for its friendly employees, and all of that care is clear in the high quality of its food and service. Come visit and experience it for yourself.

Lazeez Grill
Tilghman Square Plaza
4666 Broadway
Allentown, PA 18104
(610) 351-6897
http://www.yelp.com/biz/lazeez-grill-allentown

 

Coca Cola Park: Take me Out to the Ball Game!

Coca Cola Park is the home base for minor league baseball's most prestigious league. Open since 2008, the brand new stadium offers the best ballpark experience outside of the majors—if anywhere. With a sea of constantly excited crowds, a vast 360-degree concourse, and a classic billboard with announcements, cheers, and notes, this is the quintessential American baseball destination. And, of course, the concession options exceed standards as well. From classics like hot dogs and burgers to sweet treats like funnel cakes and indulgent ice cream sundaes, Coca Cola Park offers up all the decadent dining options you want while cheering and chanting from the bleachers. Beer is limited to Coors and Bud, but when you're stuffed full of pork nachos and sipping out of a plastic cup it's all just about having fun.

Coca Cola Park
1050 IronPigs Way
Allentown, PA 18109
(610) 841-7447

Zoup Soup: A Quick Stop for a Healthy Meal On-The-Go

With locations around the country, Zoup Soup boasts an extensive selection of tried and tested soups for patrons seeking a healthy and quick meal on the go. All items on Zoup’s menu are prepared fresh daily from local, honest sources, so the menu changes from day to day! A few staple soups you can count on include Zoup’s white chicken chili, crab bisque, lobster bisque, and zesty 3-pepper with chicken. A convenient online ordering system allows patrons to order early and pick-up to go. For the non-soup inclined, Zoup also offers a selection of premium made salads as well as deli style sandwiches and wraps on a variety of breads. Nutritional information is available for each of the available soups, so if you are watching your waistline you’ll know which soup is for you.

Zoup Soup
1830 Airport Road
Allentown, PA 18109
(610) 264-5901

Eco-Friendly Beauty Solutions

Like makeup and passionate about the environment? Check out these eco-friendly beauty solutions, sure to keep you — and the planet! — looking good:

Use Organic Makeup
Numerous companies manufacture products made from plant oils, minerals, and various extracts. These products are not only environmentally-friendly, they're also healthier for your skin. You'll be helping your skin and planet at the same time.

Go Cruelty Free
Cosmetics companies will often test their products on animals. Alternative testing methods are available, however. Look for a Leaping Bunny Logo on the packaging, and you'll know it's cruelty free.

Recycle
Take part in a makeup recycling program. More and more stores and recycling centers are accepting makeup containers for recycling. Also, stores like MAC and Origins have programs to turn in containers, some of which can get you more makeup!

Conserve Water
Invest in a low-flow shower head and limit your shower time. You'll be saving lots of water! Turning off the water for activities like shaving and brushing teeth can also go a long way in helping the environment.

Avoid Disposables
Not only does a reusable razor help reduce landfill waste, it will be cheaper for you in the long run. Also, you'll be doing a lot of good by cutting out disposable sponges and Q-tips when applying makeup. Use brushes or your fingers whenever possible.

 

Upscale Dining at Edge

At Edge Restaurant, you’ll enjoy dining at the cusp of culinary extraordinaire. Service is supportive but not intrusive, you can relax, be casual, and set your own pace for a special evening. As delicious as they are lovely visually, the dishes reflect a chef who takes pride in his work and a kitchen that takes your gastronomic pleasure seriously. The menu blooms with fresh interpretations on Asian and French contributions. Exciting appetizers and small plates can almost distract you from the entrees themselves. Seared tuna or tuna tartare, duck confit spring rolls, foie gras and oysters are just a few examples. Entrees include Hawaiian butterfish, rack of lamb, slow-roasted pulled pork sandwich, duck and filet mignon. 

Don’t doubt reviews urging you to save space for dessert. Valrhona chocolate cake, oatmeal panna cotta, toasted coconut molasses tiramisu, salted caramel chocolate tart, and house made sorbets and ice creams merely sample the list. Consider Edge for happy hours Monday through Friday, or girls' night out on Wednesdays.

Edge Restaurant
Liberty Center
74 West Broad Street
Bethlehem, PA 18018
(610) 814-0100

Wert’s Cafe: The Burger Boss

The Lehigh Valley area has no shortage of burger places; classic American favorites are very well-represented by local restaurateurs. So to win awards for the best burgers in town—not once but over and over again—means that you have to be doing something right. Allentown’s Wert’s Café has over forty years of burger mastery under its belt, knocking out moist, perfectly-seared patties topped with a variety of fresh ingredients to a huge crowd of appreciative locals. No matter what you order, be sure to get onion strings on the side, as this local specialty—basically deconstructed onion rings sliced thinly and flash-fried—are insanely addictive. If you’re not in the mood for a burger, the other sandwiches on the menu are equally high-quality, especially the turkey club. You can tell that Wert’s really cares about their clientele, and it’s nice to see a neighborhood classic that doesn’t just coast on their reputation.

Wert’s Café
515 North 18th Street
Allentown, PA 18104
(610) 439-0951

Apple Blossom Village: Fun For Kids of All Ages

There aren't many local places for real, wholesome family fun, but luckily Apple Blossom Village, an old-school entertainment destination for kids of all ages, is not too far away. This “family fun farm” was opened in 1998 by the Correll family to provide a safe play space with a variety of exciting activities in pleasant Mt. Bethel, and for the last thirteen years it has been going strong. This isn’t a big-budget facility, but everything here is kept in good condition and packs a ton of fun. The indoor play area is designed for kids age 2 and up, boasting a giant climbing structure, inflatable slides, a ball pit, and much more. For older kids, a paintball arena lets them work out some aggression in a safe manner. A video arcade, mini golf, and more just round out the experience.

Apple Blossom Village
690 Allegheny Road
Mt. Bethel, PA 18343
(570) 897-5900

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