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James John Audubon Center at Mill Grove: A Place for Wildlife Explorers

December 16, 2014 by

You can learn about nature and wildlife through countless books, but the only real way to truly experience the natural world is by exploring it in person. The James John Audubon Center at Mill Grove gives visitors the opportunity to do just that, hosting a variety of birds, animals, and insects in their natural habitats.

There are five miles of marked trails on this 175-acre facility for exploring the wilderness around the grounds, and if you look carefully you can spot multiple types of geese, swans, game birds, and more. The Audubon Museum provides background history on Mill Grove itself, and there are children’s educational programs throughout the year on a variety of different topics. If you want to teach your children about the wonders of the natural world, the James John Audubon Center is a great community resource.

The museum at the James John Audubon Center is open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays and 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sundays. The grounds are open 7 a.m. to dusk Tuesdays through Sundays.

James John Audubon Center at Mill Grove
1201 Pawlings Road
Audubon, PA 19403
(610) 666-5593
www.johnjames.audubon.org
www.yelp.com/biz/mill-grove-wildlife-sanctuary-john-james-audubon-center-audubon

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Happy Holidays!

December 15, 2014 by

We wish you and your loved ones all a very happy and safe holiday season.

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3 Quick and Healthy Pasta Recipes to Serve Tonight

December 9, 2014 by

Pasta is a comfort food that’s perfect for just about any occasion, but it is often packed full of calories and carbohydrates. If you’re on a diet but still crave spaghetti, lasagna, rice noodles, or any number of other delicious pastas, you might just love these quick and easy pasta recipes:

Mediterranean Pork Penne
This is certainly not your mama’s pasta dish, but it’s a welcome, unique addition to your usual pasta recipes. Using whole-wheat penne makes it a bit healthier, while stir-fry pork strips add a ton of beneficial protein to this complex and well-seasoned dish.

Bowtie Pasta With Chicken, Broccoli and Feta
Even children will love this simple, cheesy pasta dinner, and it’s a great way to get picky eaters to get a full serving of vegetables. Grilled chicken is a lean source of protein, and a full serving will leaving you feeling full without ruining your healthy diet.

Pasta Primavera
This Italian cuisine classic is jam packed with a variety of nutritious vegetables, and it takes just 20 minutes to prepare. Whole-wheat spaghetti and low-sodium tomatoes make this recipe an even healthier take on the beloved original. At just over 300 calories, this is a pasta dish that won’t make you feel guilty about indulging.

For more healthy, nutritious pasta recipes, visit the NIH website here.

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The Stone Rose Restaurant: Fresh and Local

December 2, 2014 by

More and more people are beginning to appreciate the importance of locally-grown food. Fruits, vegetables, meats and cheeses that are sourced directly from the provider and don’t have to travel across the country are more flavorful and better for you, too. One of Conshohocken’s best dining destinations for locavores is The Stone Rose Restaurant.

Because the offerings vary greatly with the season, the menu can vary widely, but some favorites are the exceptional braised beef short ribs over macaroni and cheese, the soy-glazed wild boar shank with zucchini ribbons and cheddar mash, and the wasabi pea-crusted yellowfin tuna. The bar offers a sterling selection of cocktails as well as draft beer from regional microbreweries.

The Stone Rose Restaurant
822 Fayette Street
Conshohocken, PA 19428
(484) 532-7300
http://www.yelp.com/biz/the-stonerose-restaurant-conshohocken

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Happy Thanksgiving

November 27, 2014 by

We hope everyone has a wonderful day surrounded by family and friends! Happy Thanksgiving everyone!

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Plaza Azteca: Modern Mexican Cuisine in Plymouth Meeting

November 25, 2014 by

Plymouth Meeting residents know that for great Mexican food, Plaza Azteca is a local gem. Customers praise the restaurant's fresh guacamole, which is prepared table-side and spiced just as you like: mild, spicy, or even sweet. Grilled jumbo shrimp make a nice accompaniment to the guacamole and chips, as does one of the restaurant's specialty margaritas. Try the flavored or organic varieties for a nice variation on the typical drink.

As for main dishes, simple, fresh, Mexican fare flavors dominate the menu, and you'll find the best values in the restaurant's popular combination plates. Vegetarians will enjoy the cheese enchilada and stuffed chile relleno plate served with rice and beans, while meat lovers with hearty appetites might try the massive steak burrito with a chicken tostada and spicy beef taco on the side.

Plaza Azteca
351 Plymouth Road
Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462
(610) 940-3906
www.plazaazteca.com
www.yelp.com/biz/plaza-azteca-plymouth-meeting

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King of Prussia Mall: Spend a Day at One of the Largest Malls in the Country

November 18, 2014 by

While the Mall of America gets the recognition of being the largest mall in the country, the King of Prussia Mall gives it a run for its money. This impressively large mall offers a great mix of over 400 retailers, from Burberry to Forever 21. Whatever your favorite luxury label or mall brand may be, it likely has a home here.

Department stores, like Macy’s and Nordstrom, make up a large portion of the retail space, and there’s both an expansive food court and a number of full-sized restaurants for a quick lunch stop during a day of shopping. Explore both the original Court section of the mall and the newer Plaza, and then pop into the Cheesecake Factory or Legal Sea Foods to fuel up on some delicious grub.

King of Prussia Mall is open 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sundays. Parking is available in either the large garage or the open parking lots, though it is often quite crowded. To beat the crowds, regulars recommend shopping earlier in the morning.

King of Prussia Mall
160 N. Gulph Road
King of Prussia, PA 19406
(610) 265-5727
www.simon.com/mall/king-of-prussia-mall
www.yelp.com/biz/king-of-prussia-mall-king-of-prussia

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Fascinating Websites for Foodies

November 11, 2014 by

For devoted foodies, enjoying food is about much more than just eating. Cooking, mixing drinks, baking, and learning about the origins of every ingredient are all important aspects for getting most out of every dish, and these informative websites are devoted to the culture of food.

Chow
Have you ever wanted to learn to make your own vanilla extract? Or to find the best culinary creations available at your local gas station? What about how to tell if your turkey is done? Chow is an elaborate website devoted to all of your most pressing foodie questions and creative recipes that you've never thought to try, from the perfect Brandy Alexander cocktail to halibut puttanesca. It also features a discussion board where you can connect with other foodies to talk about cooking techniques, restaurants, and other culinary concerns.

Cheese.com
This website is a cheese-lover's paradise, full of every type of cheese imaginable and the various ways to cook with them. Browse the site by texture, milk, country, or type, and even search vegetarian cheeses as alternatives to contemporary favorites. Cheese.com even includes serving and storage advice, cutting tips, and the perfect wine pairings for any cheese you choose.

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New Facebook Sweepstakes! Enter to Win an iPad Mini!

November 6, 2014 by

To enter the Sweepstakes, Like our Facebook Page and then look for the Sweepstakes tab (image shown below) located on our Facebook Page to enter. Sweepstakes ends December 31, 2014.

For mobile users ONLY, like our Facebook Page, and then click here to enter!

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Rocco’s Brick Oven Pizzeria: The Classic

November 4, 2014 by

Rocco’s Brick Oven Pizzeria is as good as its name: stop in to grab a wood-fired, brick oven pie with all of your favorite toppings.

Specialty pizzas include the Melanzano with fried eggplant, fresh basil & mozzarella cheese, the Naples with roasted peppers & artichoke hearts, Italian sausage & fresh basil, or the Rustica with pepperoni, roasted peppers, olives & fresh sliced onion. Panini, hoagies, grinders, stromboli and wraps are also on the menu, as is a tasty array of pasta specialties. Classics like Penne Primavera, Chicken Marsala, Shrimp Scampi, Linguine with Clam Sauce, Spaghetti with Meatballs and Lasagna are all featured, too.

Rocco's is open for lunch and dinner.

Rocco's Brick Oven Pizzeria
1339 Sandy Hill Road
Norristown, PA 19401
(610) 277-3111
http://www.yelp.com/biz/roccos-brickoven-of-norristown-norristown

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