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How to Make a Lancaster County Favorite... I just love Chicken Soup... It warms the soul on cool winter days. Nothing says "home" more than a pot simmering on the stove throughout the day. Here in Lancaster at our B&B, a Valentines' Package is not complete without the smells of a warm kettle of broth wafting through the air.  And with Chicken Soup, there is so much you can do with it. Although

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Building Memories! I know... it sounds like a cliche..."A good old fashioned Christmas"   However, as I sit here and look at the decorated house, the Christmas cookies that have been enjoyed, and the Lights that sparkle, I am reminded that I have set up memories for my children. Lancaster County Christmas Tree Hunting You see, since I started being a father, I often thought what were my

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La Borimex.... The New Heavyweight! Chili Rellenos So, I am challenged each year here at the Harvest Moon when it comes to our October Cooking Demo. You see, there is this group of ladies that come. Each year I put together a new and exciting demo just for them. One year it was Italian, then German...another year it was French and now this past year it was Mexican. Mexican, I thought...

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A Lancaster County Tradition has been Discovered! Remember the Christmas Bubble Lights? Whirly-glos don the tree So over the years, living in Lancaster County, I have seen a shift towards the thinking of Christmas. The air in Lancaster has changed. One can walk downtown now in Lancaster, Lititz, Marietta, New Holland.... and find the sights, smells and sounds of a Christmas long ago.

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What's Up With All These Leftover Pumpkins?  So Halloween is over and you've got a boatload of pumpkins left over? What are you going to do with them all. Well for starters you could hold your own pumpkin chuckin' contest in the neighborhood.... or maybe not. Don't tell them the folks at the Harvest Moon Bed and Breakfast Told you to do so. Lancaster County Pumpkin Recipes Or you could

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Tips and Secrets to Host Your very own Murder Mystery Each year here at the Harvest Moon Bed & Breakfast as the Holidays come around we begin to plan for our New Years Eve Murder Mystery . A Lancaster County Favorite. Lots of elements are involved as we begin our evening of mystery and intrigue. To begin with, it helps to have an old home with lots of history. From there, it is all easy to put

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L   E   T      T   H   E      H   O   L   I   D   A   Y  S      B   E   G   I   N    It's that time of year everyone.... you know, the "Mostest" most "Bestest" Time of the Year when you can hardly wait for Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years to come along. Well, the older I get, the more I see that I can wait... I don't want it to go by so fast. The month of December, I try to

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Lancaster County Soy Bean Fields Pumpkins and Corn in Lancaster County Of course I am still here; what would make you think otherwise? Just busy! Trying to fit all into the schedule here at the Harvest Moon Bed and Breakfast. It has been a fun summer, yet all good things come to an end... sadly, the kids are back in school... And I am reminded of that STAPLES commercial where the father is

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Motif #1 in Rockport MA So, when the thermostat reaches above 90 degrees, my circuits start frying a bit. I know, you all see me as cool, calm and collected, however, deep inside stands a crazy man that curses at the heat and humidity. You will never hear me complain in the winter time about how cold it is. I may acknowledge that it is cold, however I never complain about it. So, although

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So, someone asked me the other day where I would  go to get my party on! Someplace a little refined, yet knows how to have a rockin' time. Maybe have a glass of wine; a place of culture and history, yet not stuffy and pretentious. Being an innkeeper here at the Harvest Moon Bed & Breakfast in Lancaster, I was like, Wow, that's a tall order, is there such a place that touches on each one of

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OK.... So I manipulated that famous quote from Louis Pasteur... just a bit; go ahead and slap my hand if you want, I just really liked what he had to say. So now that were all good, let me explain. Well, really no biggie, really nothing to explain, I just never realized that Louis Pasteur had a connection to wine. Louis Pasteur But for sure he did. And after doing a bit of research here as I

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As I travel the culinary world of late, I have noticed a change in the landscape here in Lancaster County. Local restaurants have begun catering to the needs of those with Celiac Disease. Even here at the Bed and Breakfast, we have noticed a trend towards the gluten free diet. And to accommodate these special needs, restaurants all over Lancaster have begun to offer a menu for those who require

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You know.... They say Lancaster County is the Garden Spot of the World. I use to think, "how self boasting to claim yourself the garden spot of the "World". Such a self-proclaimed remark should have something to back it up I thought. And me and my city-boy lifestyle, having grown in the suburbs of both Baltimore and Boston did not at first look beyond the Giant Grocery Store. Lancaster

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So when I start doing research for places to go and things to do, it usually leads me to food. Doing research on Strasburg PA, I find that the Iron Horse Inn is a pretty darn good place. Great Food, Great Service and an over the top Beer List. One of my first places when traveling to Strasburg. Strasburg Railroad Great Train Robbery However, most recently, I was poking around on the internet

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Just as certain as the sun comes up, each year...right around this time or exactly the Tuesday before Ash Wednesday, the locals in Lancaster County have come to know Fasnachts. Traditionally this PA Dutch German Treat is a potato doughnut sprinkled with a bit of sugar. So whether you call it Shrove Tuesday, Fasnacht Day or Fat Tuesday, the treats do have a bit of history. PA Dutch Fasnacht So

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Hello everyone... Was it not enough that we had all those great holidays back in February National Wine Day, National Kahlua Day and so on... Now we have a holiday just for heated spiced wine; NATIONAL MULLED WINE DAY. YIPPEE! March 3rd, 2011 has been declared National Mulled Wine Day. Perfect time of year for this wonderful concoction. It's like Christmas coming in the middle of winter; minus

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Living in Lancaster County for the past ten years Has been such a bounty As we travel new frontiers. Towards Winter's end And the beginning of anew A promise from above As spring rounds the bend And the winds of March blew Is what I write of. I have seen so much Can it be true, This lifestyle they call "Dutch" Was plainly in view. Yet this tradition stuck out As springs winds blew in, A new

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So you know that old commercial.... You got your chocolate inside of my peanut butter.... We've got one better for you! How about Chocolate and Wine? That's right a tour geared specifically for those with a distinguished pallet, one that enjoys the deep beauty of these flavonoid enriched ingredients.   Lancaster County Wine Although certain red wines are the winners when it comes to having

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So when I heard of this "Whoopie Pie" Debate, I had to find out more. Lancaster... Maine... who's the rightful owner of the famed Whoopie Pie? Never being a fan of this "cakey", dry dessert, I was curious of what was going on. Digging deep into the history, I come to find out that there really is no answer... from Lancaster to Massachusetts to Maine, it's origin is unknown.... however the folks

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Far from Lancaster County! Brixen Italy I love Italy! It's that simple, and as I sit here and pen the latest for the Lancaster Culinary Journeys Blog, I reflect on my last visit to the Old County. My favorite place to visit, if one could pick a favorite place, would be that of Alto Adige or Sud Tyrol as the German decedents who live in the area would say. This part/state of Italy is in the

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So as I poke around on the internet, I find a cheese I have never heard of called Halloumi! And naturally being the gourmet that I am, I find myself so very much intrigued with this. I decided that I need to go ahead and make it for my guest here at the Harvest Moon Bed and Breakfast! And folks... how about a cheese making class? I think that could be a lot of fun! In the mean time, I would

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Just wanted to pass this along on the rise of culinary tourism in not only Lancaster County, but beyond as well. Take a look at whats going on in the world of Google as it pertains to Culinary Tourism. As you can see, the time line has expanded as it nears 2011 with all kinds of things going on in the Culinary World. So enjoy the world of Culinary. It's a great time to explore all that is out

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Just a quick post to keep you updated on how much I enjoyed Wu's Garden in Downtown Leola. Only a few miles from the Harvest Moon Bed and Breakfast, this Lancaster County Restaurant is tops. Once a very simple restaurant on the main drag, the folks at Wu's have created a warm and welcoming Asian Experience with table service Chinese. In a time where most Chinese restaurants have gone the way of

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So Ole' Phil has declared that there will not be six more weeks of winter and that spring is on it's way. I say bully for Phil! What if Phil were in my back yard? I am not sure he would have seen his shadow. Well anyway, we still have Cocalico Cal from Ephrata to look forward to this weekend. Well anyway... no matter what type of weather blesses us here at our Lancaster County Bed and Breakfast

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Dining at La Terra in Leola See... I told you all that Lancaster is really shining through when it comes to culinary. It really has become our local renaissance here. And I am enjoying every Gosh Darn minute of it. I am glad to have found Kathlene Sullivan and her Food-Love-Lancaster Blog! Here is a quote from her blog which ultimately goes into talking about Antonia Hinnenkamp and her East

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So to all of those looking for something hot to do for Valentine's 2011, Lancaster County has plenty of opportunity to build your unique package. With great restaurants, toasty stays and  winter activities for just about everyone, the only thing left would be the romance between you and your sweetie. Here is a list of some things going on in Lancaster County during the month of February... just

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Just a bit of a Culinary twist for this Lancaster County Bed and Breakfast! Twas the night before Christmas When all through the House The Harvest Moon  was not stirring Not even a Mouse. The muffins were prepped by the mixer with care In hopes that Chef Carl soon would be there. However, Chef Carl was nestled all snug in his bed, While visions of breakfast danced in his head I in my

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Here we are on the doorsteps of another Lancaster Christmas... and it looks like the Month of December is going to be a magical month filled with charm, whimsy and Holiday enchantment. With so many events, markets,shows and lights to see, a Lancaster Christmas is surely something to enjoy while taking a break from all the holiday shopping, baking and wrapping. This year at the B&B, we are

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When in Lancaster County and finding the perfect turkey, the choices are many. Not only do you have your Butterball, Jennie-o and other commercial brands,  you also have the ultra fresh turkey coming from the Amish farm. So is this turkey... picked fresh this morning. Not so tough to cook. Season it up with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and toss in some carrots, celery, and onion. Pour in some

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Hey Everyone, Who likes Christmas Cookies... Who Likes Lancaster County Christmas Cookies... Who likes making Christmas Cookies... Who likes thumbing through cookie recipes and sharing them with everyone. Well this is your opportunity to send in your favorite holiday Cookie Recipe. All you need to do is send us your favorite cookie recipe to the Harvest Moon. We have made it easy to do so by

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This fall over all others lately has been especially beautiful in Lancaster County. Our guest at the Harvest Moon Bed and Breakfast enjoyed many warm wonderful days well into November. How was your fall?

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Gotta Love the Christmas Ornaments Santa getting ready for a Lancaster County Christmas So... How are you all doing with getting ready for the Holidays? More specifically your decorating? Have you ever been to The Flower and Craft Warehouse? This is surely a place you will need to go to to find many varieties of crafts and flowers, flower arranging supplies, Christmas decorating, bead making

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Who likes QUILTS? Maybe a crazy question to be asking here in Lancaster County. Well, for all those that are either interested in looking for a new quilt, a starter or just for scrapes and materials to build your own, the Liberty Fire Hall here in New Holland near the Harvest Moon, will host a quilt Auction this coming Tuesday November 16. The Auction here in New Holland is the perfect way to

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Candy Brittle used as a garnish  Recipe for the Holidays... For a great candy or Garnish for dessert, try making a Candy "Brittle" It's a lot of fun and the Holiday colors are awesome... save this one for the Holidays...the folks at the Harvest Moon Bed and Breakfast think it's a keeper for their Lancaster County Holidays.  Ingredients: 1 cup white sugar 1/2 cup light

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Recipe for Poached Pears... This is a favorite of our guest here at the Harvest Moon. 5 Pears 2 Cinnamon Sticks 10 Cloves 10 pieces of All spice Enough water to just cover the pears Two cups of sugar Slice a small piece off of the bottom of the pear to give it an even surface. Score your pear three times down the length of the pear. Place all ingredients in pot on stove. Begin to boil. Boil

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Here's a great morning treat that keeps our guest at the Harvest Moon coming back for more. This is a recipe that I like to use during the holidays here in Lancaster County.... Although simple, this one will surely be the star at your Christmas Morning Table. Accompany this warm winter offering with a stack of Fluffy Buttermilk Pancakes topped with Chocolate Ganche and you will find this to

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The Dungeon Have you ever been spooked? Well I was the other night! We are every year thinking of great Halloween Ideas for our Unexplained Lancaster County Event over Halloween weekend. This year promises to be truly on the unexplained side. Whats the blue mist? Our schedule for this tour is a visit with Kelly Weaver and a trip down to the Old Kauffmans Building, where you learn of the

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So as the nights get longer in these parts, Lancaster County Tours prepares for the Unexplained Lancaster Tour... Could this gentleman be a brave soul that decided to join us or is this a visitor from last year. I guess you can be the judge! See you on our tour!

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The pumpkins are here waiting for you. Enjoy all that Lancaster county has to offer this time of year. Halloween and the fall are perfect times to visit. And who knows, there may be an unexplained event going on at the Harvest Moon.

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Lancaster is in full "Harvest" mode.... it's a great time of year to be here.

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Lancaster county is fully in "Harvest" mode... check out this view at the pumpkin porch!

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So who knew that Lititz also produced potato chips? I just wonder how they were..... does any one out there remember. And can any one find this sign in Lititz? If you can, take a picture of you standing in front and send it along... guest who do will get a 10% discount off there stay. GOOD LUCK!

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You may just see this on the next cheese and wine tour scheduled for November 13, 2010.

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Opps... Did I say that out loud? I sure did... and I am not talking about the Harvest Moon Bed and Breakfast. It looks like tonight is the end of summer and the beginning of fall. And with that comes the Harvest Moon. A moon so wonderful that the colors portrayed will be spectacular. The light that will play off the sun and the moon will create a rare experience... So enjoy what you see and let

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You never know what you will find in Lancaster county. The autumn/fall views are amazing near the Harvest Moon Bed and Breakfast.

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You never know what you will see in Lancaster county.

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My first mobile post

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It's that time of year...as our friends across the big pond in Germany celebrate "Oktoberfest" we here in Lancaster Country with German roots bring the German Traditions home for all to enjoy. Coming up this weekend, the festival of all local festivals begins at Stoudt's in Adamstown; Oktoberfest! A wonderful place to visit to celebrate Oktoberfest! The festival begins this Saturday the 26th

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Hey everyone, Who likes Apple Cider and Funnel Cakes?It's that time of year here at the Harvest Moon Bed and Breakfast in Lancaster County when we say so long to the heat and humidity of summer and say hello to cooler nights and the beginning of fall. Lancaster County is well underway with the fall harvest fairs that are in just about every Lancaster small town. Our town is no exception with the

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Modern Art by your Lancaster Innkeeper: Carl KoskoSo... what's going on this weekend in Lancaster? Art, Wine and a bit of Jazz! Not far from the Harvest Moon Bed and Breakfast, Lititz will host their 44th annual art show. A day of fine art at Lititz Springs Park showcasing some of the local talent. Lititz being a small quaint town here in Lancaster County is a

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Lancaster has done it again with Music Friday! A great way to get to know downtown Lancaster. The event is held each third Friday of the month in downtown Lancaster, only about 30 minutes from the Harvest Moon Bed and Breakfast.As you depart from the "Moon" and prepare for your evening, be sure to include Music Friday into your plans. The schedule for this coming Friday has an emphasis on Zydeco

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It just goes to show you that EVERYONE loves chocolate chip cookies! We here at the Harvest Moon Bed and Breakfast over the winter and early spring ran the Great Chocolate Chip Cookie Contest through Harvest Moon's Facebook business page. I have never seen ( or tasted ) so many great recipes.You see, growing up, my mom made the best Chocolate Chip Cookies. To this day, I still love them. However

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You know.... I just love music... Any kind of music, and therefore I was ready to rock the night away with American Music Theater's California Soul It was a great show needless to say! However the meal before at a local Lancaster County Restaurant is what I am writing about. Have you ever been to Olive and Jasmine's?We decided to stop in for a quick bite before the show. Thought of nothing

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Ready for a good time this weekend? Well the American Music Theater in Lancaster County, only twenty five minutes from the Harvest Moon Bed and Breakfast is hosting the Nashville City Limits show. With over thirty songs in the course of two hours, the American Music Theater is sure to be the highlight of the weekend. Here is more information on the show. Hope to see you there!http://

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Herb Tour of Lancaster County: May 8 we'lltake a walk on the Green Side of Lancaster County aswe learn all about herbs - for cooking, medicinalpurposes, fragrance and just for their beauty in thegarden. $150 per person covers all tastings,demonstrations, tours, lunch, dinner & transportation.(888) 824-3763 or www.lancastercountytours.comin reference to: Lancaster Bed and Breakfast, Bed and

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Just have to say that I saw Joseph at Sight and Sound in Lancaster... and what a show it was! It was my first experience at the theatre; really impressed. With what seemed to be real life stage sets and live props ( the animals) it was more than I imagined it to be. Sight and Sound Theatre is truly a place to take in such a production. With three stages, great acting and a first class venue, the

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Hello Folks,The arena just got more interesting. Guest who join us on our Lancaster County culinary tours demand new, cutting edge venues to explore. With the weather so beautiful, we have started researching a new batch of artisnal cheese makers for our 2010 season; and boy did we find some good stuff!!!Who likes cave ripened goat cheese, or local homemade bleu cheese pulled right off the farm.

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The American Music Theatre in Lancaster is to host many great names in the coming weeks. From guests like Vince Gill, Randy Travis and Bryan Adams, the line up is looking great for the 2010 season. Next week, Train comes to town promoting their new album...Save Me San Francisco...With not a bad seat in the house, the American Music Theatre is sure to be a great stop on your visit to Lancaster. We

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So as I look outside here in Lancaster County, I see that the mud sales scheduled for this weekend in Rawlinsville and Strasburg http://www.strasburgfire.com/events.aspmay just be filled with snow instead of mud... may be better off anyway! Mudsales are a great way to hob knob with the locals; you are totally immersed into their lives. And below you can find a complete listing for all the

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CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIE RECIPE CONTESTHELP!!!!!Being here in Lancaster County, the baked goods are many. Having the Harvest Moon Bed and Breakfast gives me the opportunity to bake often and Chocolate chip cookies are usually the cookies of choice. However, I am tired of using the back of a "chip" bag.I need a great Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe. I've been using the same recipe on the back of the

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Looking for something to do this weekend in Lancaster after checking in at the Bed and Breakfast. How about heading downtown for Music Fridays. An event that comes each third Friday of the month and showcases some of the local and not so local talent. Music Fridays have live performances at many different venues throughout the city. From clubs and cabaret to intimate jazz performances, February's

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So many times when finishing up on Sunday after a busy weekend at the bed and breakfast, we travel throughout Lancaster County in search of comfort food at a local diner. Don't get me wrong, I love a great meal, however there is nothing more pleaseing than a great Turkey dinner with lots of gravy.I have found in Lancaster three diners that I enjoy going to. Now once again, this is not your fancy

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At the Harvest Moon Bed and Breakfast in Lancaster County, Valentines romance can be celebrated throughout the month with many of the packages we offer. All during the month of February, we are offering many exciting opportunities for couples traveling to PA Dutch Country. From Dinner and a show to learning the art of breakfast in bed. Be sure to stay connected to find out the latest in all the

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How about "Dinner and a Show" The Harvest Moon Bed and Breakfast in Lancaster County is offering Dinner and a Show. As the Fulton Opera House opens there Agatha Christie's The Unexpected Guest, the Harvest Moon is offering dinner to go along with it. Stay any two nights from January 29 through February 11 and receive a fifty dollar gift card good for any of the areas great restaurants. Choose

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Cabin Fever Time. Be sure to look at our coupon for our special going on during January and February. A great time of the year to get away.in reference to: Lancaster Bed and Breakfast, Bed and Breakfast in Lancaster PA (view on Google Sidewiki)

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The Perfect getaway just got more interesting. Valentine's Day is just a few short weeks away... are you ready. Join the Harvest Moon to find our more of how to make the most of "Breakfast in Bed"... on a culinary note! Chef Carl will demonstrate on exactly how to embellish this romantic gesture by kicking it up a notch. Check out our Romance Package on our Packages pagein reference to: "Romance

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All aboard… Lancaster County to host a Toy and Train ShowJust when you thought you could put away the last of Christmas, Greenburg is putting on a Toy and Train Show here in Lancaster County on March 6-7, 2010. For all you train enthusiast, this might be the show for you. A traveling show that has up to five hundred tables where dealers are offering the very finest in anything train.The Lancaster

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For Immediate Release:THE “MOON” OVER HAITIA Benefit Auction for the Relief Effort in HaitiThe Harvest Moon, a Lancaster County Bed and Breakfast, will be auctioning off two, two night stays for lodging. Due to the massive earthquake in Haiti, the folks at the “Moon” wish to support the relief efforts. The Harvest Moon Bed and Breakfast will be using the social media efforts of Facebook as a

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Romance on the Moon… A Lancaster County Valentines Day Package at the Harvest Moon Bed and BreakfastA culinary romance package for couples wishing to enjoy a romantic respite at a Lancaster Bed and Breakfast… Slated for Valentine’s Day Weekend, this package immerses the pair into a weekend (February 12-14, 2010) geared for the gourmet in everyone. This weekend highlights the culinary side of

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You know, my family says that I am a bit of a nut when it comes to Christmas. I guess I just really like everything about it. When we moved to Lancaster County to open up our own Bed and Breakfast, little did I know that I would be in such a great area for antique Christmas collecting. I would like to say it is the capitol. Just ask Jim Morrison at the National Christmas Center. So when it comes

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Let's face it... I enjoy food! I enjoy everything about it. Looking at it, smelling it, cooking it and of course eating it. There is a family joke; My mom was... well how should I say it with out sounding mean... well she was an awful cook. She is actually the first to admit it and often laughs about it. So I guess growing up, I needed to fend for myself at times. Therefore the interest in

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IT'S ALL IN THE NAME...Autumn is just around the corner... and with that comes the Harvest Moon which is the moon at and about the period of fullness that is nearest to the autumnal equinox. ( usually in September) All that those three dollar words mean is that it is party time at the Harvest Moon Bed and Breakfast.In Lancaster County, there is somewhat of a celebration this time of year...

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I once lived on the ocean up in New England; far away from our Bed and Breakfast in Lancaster County. The name of this small bucolic fishing community was Rockport. The village on the North Shore of Boston has a quaint little downtown area that seemed to have been stuck back in time. Great little shops, the old time pharmacy, a country store and even the corner bakery were all mainstays when I

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We did it! The site is up and running and we could not be happier. Our friends at the Artist's Inn and Gallery and and we here at the Harvest Moon Bed and Breakfast have launched our new website for Lancaster County Tours. For all those"Foodies" out there, this is the place for you.Both Jan and Carl have been operating Lancaster County Tours since 2005 in an effort to bring to our guest the many

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I might want to be careful how I title this particular blog; you will see soon enough what I am talking about though. I have grown to love the gardens here and find myself fooling around with them over the course of the season. I have extended them to the hilt, or so I tell myself each year, but with each year, the gardens seem to expand. I just have to have that new perennial, or the plants have

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I remember being young, how influenced I was by me surroundings. The world was a big place and I was mesmerized by what was in it. As I stretch me mind and leave the comforts of me Lancaster Bed and Breakfast, I recall living in Reisterstown MD; I was only five at the time. I remember this commercial of people using soap and it made them float. That is what I got out of it being only five years

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The Amish in Lancaster County.... it took some time for me to get use to living here. As we decided to settle down to open up our bed and breakast in this bucolic community, we had to get use to "slowing down" Now I say slowing down with all due respect. I have never been as busy as I am now. However, I hear it all the time when guest come here to stay at the Harvest Moon. They say, "what a

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Just when I think I've got a hold on Lancaster County, WHAM!!! I find a new part that simply amazes me. I just need to suggest to our guest here at the bed and breakfast to join us during our next Cheese and Wine Tour.Today was most definitely one of those days. I was on a mission; find an Amish run dairy farm that makes their own cheese. Should not be too hard.... Well no it was not too

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You know,As I look for new and interesting places to dine here in Lancaster County within close driving distance to our bed and breakfast, I find myself being forever intrigued by the choices that are being offered of late. Both new and also those new to me, the pallet of cuisines are catching up to that of larger cities.Of the restaurants that I must get to, few interest me as much as Vinola's

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Hey there everyone,Hope you all are having a great time this winter. Not much left of it... or is there? Well I think only Mother Nature can answer that and perhaps maybe Punxsutawney Phil. How ever you look at it, it is still cold, we still have a bit of weather to get through and summer will be here before long and then we will all be complaining how hot it is.Our little post here is just

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Is is really Pot Pie???So, what do you all think of chicken pot pie. I love it. Never did I realize until I moved here in Lancaster to open our Bed and Breakfast would it have a different twist to it. You see, typically for me, a pot pie would be made using chicken and vegetables in a thick sauce and served inside as a pie, with crispy crust. Nothing like it just coming out of the oven bubbling

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Chocolate Covered Romance Weekend – Lancaster sits between two chocolate giants – Hershey and Godiva….but it can hold its own in this confectionary arena. We’ll enjoy an evening of Getting to Know Chocolate on Friday – learning the history of chocolate and how to taste. On Saturday, we explore several area chocolate factories and end the day with a chocolate-inspired four-course dinner. Tour

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Hey there,Letting you know of a great trip planned. We have an Amish tour scheduled for March 28th that will be bringing our bed and breakfast guest throughout the Local Amish countryside. While Lancaster County may carry quite a few outlets, big name hotels and gimmicky shops, there are still places in Lancaster County that hold true to it's roots of quality and value.Our Amish Tour will

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Good Evening Everyone,Just thought I would post a quick blog on the mega attraction here in Lancaster County not 8 minutes from the Harvest Moon Bed and Breakfast. A place called Shady Maple.From the moment you walk in, you feel like you have hopped aboard a luxury liner. The only difference is that the casino and night life is no where to be found. But the food is plentiful.You see, in our neck

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At the Harvest Moon Bed and Breakfast in Lancaster CountyGood Morning Everyone and of course Happy New Year!!!!!!Here is wishing you all a wonderful New Year. Yes the Holidays are all but over and I sit here next to the Christmas Tree saying to myself I must take it down, but I am so damn reluctant to do so. It is the freshest tree we have ever had. (besides when it is down, then Christmas is

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A Chef's JourneyYou know, as a Lancaster Bed and Breakfast owner here in our great county, it took some time to finally sit down and go over all the stuff in my mind that would make our Demonstrations and Tours a reality. However after five years of doing them, it has proven to be quite a success. Needless to say, I love them. What other job is there where you get to go out to dinner, drink wine

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Hey there everyone,Just a quick note to send along the line up for our culinary weekends next year. We have a great year awaiting for you starting in January. With cheese and wine, chocolate, herb and so on. The list is ever growing. We have our Italian Demo this year focusing in on Sicilian cooking; this is a three day event geared to enjoy the Lancaster area. We also added a German Demo this

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Hey Folks,WE DID IT. We had our first successful wine camp. What a treat it was. Great campers, great vendors and that weather was absolutely wonderful. The camp theme followed throughoutt the event with a final gala evening of fine food, great wine and of course awards.The event began on Sunday evening with a spectacular wine and chocolate pairing. Who'd of thought? The two mix well together.

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Hello Folks,Just wanting to let you know that every once in a while we surf the net in hopes of finding a sight that will capture the essence of what we are and today we found one. Great stuff on what Mr. Camp is all about. Check out his stuff at http://www.winecampblog.com/I believe that this is what we have been trying to do all along with our effort in bringing our guest regional wines

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Lancaster County and beer??? I learned a lot this past weekend. The beer drinking days go deep in Lancaster County. You see, the Germans with their knowledge of beer settled in our area. With that they brought great traditions and lots of the sweet brew. Over the years many breweries popped up and by the time prohibition came to the states, Lancaster peaked at 14 breweries. The local newspaper

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Here it comes. Next weekend is Beer Time. Were taking the bus and heading out. Beer and all things beer being discussed. As usual your tour guides are none other than myself and my inn keeping buddy, Jan.So climb aboard the bus and strap in for the thrill ride of our life through the back roads of Lancaster. Our bus driver Gary is sure to bring you a comfortable ride through the Amish Country

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We did it again. The latest in our series of wine and cheese tours. Our guest have been having a great time. Lots of fun, lots of food and of course lots of wine. This particular tour lead us once again to Chester County.We stopped by our old friend Martha to check out what types of cheese that had this time. We were just about ready to get the Camembert, but to no avail. The guest loved the dog

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Just one word! Cheese. Try as I might, I just can not stay away from it; ( for someone who has to keep their cholesterol in check, that is not a good thing!). We just had our Italian Cooking Demo this past weekend and had all kinds of cheese to taste on Saturday night.I fell in love with the La Tur. A wonderfully creamy cheese. I just about ate the whole thing; so what, I love cheese!! All

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Hello everyone,Here is a video that I made for Anthony Bordain. Enjoy!!!!! Check out our culinary tours on our website at the Harvest Moon Bed and Breakfast

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Hey there folks,How about a recipe. You can find all of our recipes at the Harvest Moon Bed and Breakfast under the culinary tidings tab.Have fun and enjoy this one. It's one of my favorites.Shrimp Dill and Havarti in Phyllo I cup of chopped shrimp cooked, peeled and vein removed ¼ cup of fresh chopped dill 1 cup of shredded Havarti cheese 1tsp of chopped garlic 1 package of Phyllo Dough

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Good Morning Lancaster...Hershey... what a place. Great Chocolate, great rides, great times, what a place. A place that is full of kids screaming, parents yelling and teenagers having a great time. Well they have this place called chocolate world, shows you the production of chocolate and how they go about distributing it to the world. The whole process is explained in great detail.I was

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Just a quick posting to fill you in on one of my favorite television shows of late. I am not one for those fluffy cooking shows with lots of hugs and kisses and teddy bears... it bores me!! I am one for the guts. One that goes after the true heart of cooking; one that is not afraid, ashamed, or abashed to spell it all out. Let's face it, the cooking industry is a bit rough around the edges... I

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As I sit here and write, I wonder today how I am going to get it all done. You see, the plants are waiting outside to be planted. Yes, each year I tell myself that I have had enough with the planting. I will tone it down and stop while I am ahead and just take care of the plants I all ready have. Well it never works out that way. I always extend the gardens ( and myself) providing yet new and

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WITH THE 2008 SEASON IN FULL SWING, DON’T MISS HARVEST MOON B&B’s “BELLA LUNA” COOKING WEEKENDS A SERIES OF ITALIAN COOKING DEMOS, TOURS AND DINING

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TAKE A WALK ON THE GREEN SIDE OF LANCASTER A Culinary Diversion: The Many Faces of Herbs With the help of local

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