By Cara Aungst
Say the words “football weekend,” and you already have a picture in your mind. You know where you are going to order that pizza, what you’re going to pick up at The Book Store to bring home with you, and the bottle of wine you’ll buy. (See, it’s right there.) That’s the great thing about being in one of the... MORE
Last week, we asked Penn State alumni on Facebook what they missed the most about Happy Valley when they are away. Even now, you're probably thinking about your favorite restaurant, maybe even down to a favorite table or booth, and that food craving you can't quite satisfy anywhere else.
Alumni obliged with their dream food from their favorite spot, some old, some new, and some... MORE
As trees in Happy Valley turn to their red, orange and yellow hues, our heartwarming comfort food comes out in a big way. Cooler weather brings out the best in a vast array of produce... MORE
The Penn Stater’s home in Innovation Park makes it the perfect location for a business lunch (none of the hassle of downtown traffic or parking garages), slow Sunday brunches or a celebratory burger and beer with friends.
America’s Bounty Buffet
Enjoy this luscious buffet on Fridays and Saturdays with entrees like sesame‑seared tuna, grilled Mahi Mahi, blue... MORE
Photo courtesy The Nittany Lion Inn
Since 1931, The Nittany Lion Inn has defined Penn State luxury. It pairs nostalgia with world‑class amenities and dining to create a memorable experience. Best of all, you don’t have to stay there to enjoy their award‑winning dining experiences like their summer PA on the Patio, or scrumptious steakhouse menu. Catch up with friends... MORE
Every season comes with an array of flavors, a bounty of culinary experiences that take our minds back to seasons past — pumpkin spice and apple pie in the fall, gingerbread and hot cocoa in the winter, the first asparagus shoots and salads of spring. Then summer comes with its sizzling barbecues, juicy watermelon, farm‑fresh corn on the cob and fruity pitchers of your favorite backyard... MORE
You can always count on great food and new restaurants to try in Happy Valley. Our dining options just keep growing. Whether you’re looking for classic American fare or an authentic cultural food experience, you can find it in Happy Valley. Here are some of the newest places to check out on your... MORE
For someone interested in exploring their cooking skills while having a good time with family and friends, Taste Buds Kitchen is the perfect place to visit this summer. The culinary entertainment experience for kids, families and adults hosts several cooking workshops and camps throughout the summer.
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Think you have to visit a big beer-brewing destination like Portland for top-notch craft brews? Or the vineyards of Napa or Italy to experience the best wine around? Think again, my friend. There’s no need for you to go anywhere at all, when you have the region’s award-winning wines and brews at your fingertips.
Happy Valley just so happens to be nestled within a premiere wine-growing... MORE
