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New Mexican Getaways

admin — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 14:38:57 +0000

Santa Fe is, of course, a world class tourist destination in its own right. But New Mexico features many other attractions that make perfect destinations for a weekend trip! Want to visit New Mexico? Check out these five fabulous destinations:

Taos – A century-old artist colony and former and current home to many famous artists and authors, Taos and its surrounding communities are home to a gallery scene and shopping that can’t be beat.

Abiquiú – This tiny village is best known for Ghost Ranch, the former home of artist Georgia O’Keeffe. The ranch contains several museums, and tours of O’Keeffe’s home and studio are available with advance reservations.

Pueblos – All of the eight Northern Pueblos – Nambe, Picuris, Pojoaque, San Ildelfonso, San Juan, Santa Clara, Taos, and Tesuque – are located close to Santa Fe. Visit on a feast day for a taste of living Native American culture!

Bosque del Apache – A desert oasis, Bosque del Apache is habitat to a stunning array of birds. Whether you’re interested in hunting or wildlife photography, you will find it easy to fill a day or a weekend in this lush paradise.

Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad – Built in 1880 and continuously operating ever since, this steam-powered, coal-fired railroad winds its way through breathtaking scenery into the Rockies.

Breads n’ Spreads: Cut A Slice

admin — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 14:46:56 +0000

Sometimes the best foods are the simplest. In the case of Harrisburg’s Breads n’ Spreads, that adage holds true. This excellent luncheonette has been drawing raves from locals since opening in Midtown, with great homemade soups, salads, and sandwiches. The roast beef with curry spread on their house-baked grilled bread is spectacular, as is the excellent egg salad with bacon and tomato. Breads n' Spreads's sweets are also incredible, with toffee brownies winning raves from dessert customers. They also serve a popular Sunday brunch that lets the cooks try their hands at some well-received breakfast staples. The baked oatmeal with peaches is absolutely spectacular, as is the French toast. Their coffee is some of the best in the city, brewed fresh by espresso artisans. On nice days, sit outside in their charming courtyard and enjoy the sun. If you’re looking to get some work done, Breads n’ Spreads also offers free wireless Internet for customers.

Breads n’ Spreads
1419 North 3rd Street
Harrisburg, PA 17102
(717) 695-7713
www.breadsnspreadsmidtown.com

Winter Decorating Tips

admin — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 14:55:22 +0000

As the weather gets colder, here are some tips to make your home as cozy as possible:

Light Candles
Nothing says winter like the warm glow of a candle flame. Why not dim your overhead lighting and light some candles around the house? Candles with seasonal scents like evergreen and gingerbread will doubly enhance the wintery charm.

Garnish The Staircase or Balcony
If you have a staircase or balcony, consider wrapping the railings with with lights, garlands, or bows.

Opt for a Seasonal Centerpiece
Create or purchase a centerpiece with seasonal flair. If you'd like to make your own, try using poinsettias, small wreaths, gourds, birch bark, rose hips, cranberries, pinecones, candles, or evergreen sprigs.

Warm up with blankets and throw rugs
Since your family will be spending more time inside as the temperatures drop, make your home’s couches and chairs as comfy as possibly by draping them with snuggly throws and extra blankets in vibrant colors. What better way to curl up with a book on a winter night?

Happy Friday!

admin — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 17:37:24 +0000

We hope everyone enjoys their weekend and stays warm!

John Harris-Simon Cameron Museum

admin — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 14:43:51 +0000

If you’re interested in the rich history of the Dauphin County area, there’s no better place to learn about it than the John Harris-Simon Cameron Museum. Located in one of the oldest and most majestic buildings in Harrisburg (the Harris-Cameron Mansion) the Museum is an enormous building constructed from locally quarried limestone. Simon Cameron, the house’s second occupant, was best known as Secretary of War under Abraham Lincoln, and his family held onto the house until donating it to the Historical Society in 1941. Since then, the mansion has been carefully preserved and decorated to simulate 19th century life in the Harrisburg area, with each of the rooms arranged and decorated to provide insight into the lives of the families that lived there. The Museum also serves as the headquarters of the Dauphin County Historical Society, which presents a wide variety of educational programs, re-enactments and more. A visit here's sure to expand your mind.

John Harris-Simon Cameron Museum
219 South Front Street
Harrisburg, PA 17104
(717) 233-3462
www.dauphincountyhistory.org

Five ID-Theft Protection Tips

admin — Wed, 28 Dec 2011 14:47:19 +0000

During the holidays, when we’re busy, distracted, and spending more money than we do at other times throughout the year, it’s especially important to be wary of identity theft. Here are some tips to help you stay protected this season:

Keep an Eye on Your Statements

Identity thieves know that you’ll be wracking up a higher number of purchases around the holidays – and they’re banking on their fraudulent charges going unnoticed. The way to avoid this is to regularly monitor your checking, credit card, and debit accounts.

No Purse Needed

A large percentage of identity thefts happen when you’re out shopping. It’s easy for someone to grab your purse when you’re distracted in busy crowd. So, carry only the essentials with you.

Look Over Your Shoulder

Make sure you’re aware of people standing too close behind you while you’re using your card; be especially wary of someone pointing a cell phone toward you (cell-phone cameras are increasingly popular with identity thieves).

McGrath’s Pub: A Neighborhood Institution

admin — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 14:46:21 +0000

There’s something about the atmosphere of an old-school Irish pub that’s impossible to duplicate: dark wood, friendly bartenders, and a crowd of regulars that never seem to change. Since opening in Harrisburg in 2002, McGrath's Pub has been providing the authentic pub experience to hordes of thirsty people, offering excellent food at great prices. McGrath's is certainly not anything fancy – it’s bar grub through and through, but it’s all executed well. The Celtic wings (a re-interpretation of the classic Buffalo wing with a choice of sauces) are cooked to perfection, and the pulled venison BBQ sandwich is a unique treat. McGrath's fish and chips are made with salmon instead of the traditional cod, which seems strange until you try it. A local favorite is Irish nachos, made from fried potato skins with melted cheese, scallions, bacon and banana peppers. The tap beer selection is great and the bar can make just about any drink you desire.

McGrath’s Pub
202 Locust Street
Harrisburg, PA 17101
(717) 232-9914
www.mcgrathspub.net

Battling Diets: Comparing South Beach, Atkins And The Zone

admin — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 16:27:44 +0000

There are so many diet plans out there, all of which claim to offer unmatched weight loss. But how do you sort out the truth from the fiction? In this article, we’ll examine three of the leading diets out there and how they promise to shed weight and improve your health.

The South Beach diet is a popular choice with many celebrity endorsements. Invented by a cardiologist and a nutritionist, its core principles include managing insulin levels and consuming unrefined carbohydrates that release energy slowly as opposed to refined sugars that burn out quickly. It has been reported to have good results over the long term as long as dieters maintain their eating regimen.
The Atkins Diet has fallen into disfavor in recent years, but was quite popular in the last decade. Designed by a cardiologist, it also recommends avoiding refined carbohydrates such as bread, sugar, and pasta in favor of increased protein. Nutritionists disagree that consuming more protein is necessarily better for you, however.
The Zone Diet is one of many pre-packaged meal diets that have taken the country by storm. It focuses on maintaining a nutritional balance of 40% carbohydrates, 30% fats, and 30% proteins. Unlike other diets, it makes a distinction between “good” and “bad” carbs.

Atomic Warehouse: It’s A Blast

admin — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 14:23:57 +0000

If your interests lie in the art and design of the 20th century, Harrisburg’s Atomic Warehouse is going to feel like a paradise on Earth. Specializing in art deco, Mission, and mid-century modern design, the two gigantic floors are packed to the rafters with incredible merchandise plucked from the vault of history. Atomic Warehouse's owner is obsessed with his finds and will gladly regale you with the details of their provenance. Even if you’re not going to buy anything, Atomic Warehouse is still an incredible place to spend an afternoon digging through treasures. Of course, the staff would really prefer it if you bought something! From amazing furniture to vintage magazines, Atomic Warehouse has something for every interest. Some complain that prices are a little high, but it’s not like a factory can just make more of this stuff. There is literally no other store like this in the country, so visitors should be thankful that it even exists.

Atomic Warehouse
1021 Market Street
Harrisburg, PA 17101
(717) 236-1900
www.atomicwarehouse.com

No Cooking Required: What Is A Raw Food Diet?

admin — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 17:19:27 +0000

There are a huge number of different diets out there, each one boasting unmatched weight-loss properties and other health benefits. One that is growing in popularity for a number of reasons is the raw food diet.

The basic principles of raw food dieting are very simple. Cooking food over flame causes the cell walls of the food to break down, releasing essential nutrients that are lost. It can also add unwanted chemicals to your meal, depending on how you cook. Raw food proponents argue that we were not evolutionarily designed to consume and digest prepared food. Foods in their natural state are better for you, so why cook them?

Of course, this tends to lead to a primarily vegetarian diet, as raw meats can contain a number of harmful bacteria. Instead of cooking foods, some raw food enthusiasts recommend the use of fermentation to render foods like beans more palatable. There are a number of successful raw food cookbooks on the market that offer recipes for everything from burritos to pizza.

It’s easy to understand why the raw food diet is popular – it hearkens back to a time when we lived simpler lives, less cluttered with technology and information. But the jury is still out on whether a completely raw diet can actually deliver the health benefits that devotees claim.