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

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
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