Fall makes us think of apples! If you’re a fan of the tree-grown fruit, here are some local finds you may enjoy…
1. Picking your own.
A fun activity for the whole family, enjoy picking your own apples at Weaver’s Orchard in Morgantown. October rounds out the apple picking month, so be sure not to delay. Weaver’s Orchard is home to 30 varieties.
2. Baked delight.
Head to Black Buggy Baking Company in Oley, owned by Felicia Fisher, for a one-of-a-kind apple pie baked with love. As she says, “I bake people happy.”
The Black Buggy Baking Company | 610.914.9090
3. Bright cider life.
Visit Frecon Farms in Boyertown for an assortment of ciders featuring various apple varieties. From dry and semi-sweet to sweet and even Cidre Cherry, there’s something for every taste preference.
4. Core be gone.
Make coring and slicing your apple easy-peasy with the popular Apple Wedger tool from Pampered Chef. Our publisher, Robyn Jones, is a big fan.
5. All dressed up.
Grab a cute apple-print dress for the youngster in your life, crafted by Buttons & Clover, featured at The Mint Leaf in Leesport. The hard part is choosing between the adorable fashions. $60.
6. A good kind of bad.
Visit Leo Design Gallery in Wyomissing for a candle with an upscale take on the traditional apple spice fragrance. The Bad Apple candle features a mouthwatering, boozy scent with top notes of apple, cinnamon and a hint of orange. Bourbon and butter are the heart of the candle that’s perfect for fall.
7. Adults only.
Why not go out for an apple cocktail? Head to Salute Ristorante Italiano in Sinking Spring to enjoy an Apple Martini or Apple Sangria. The martini features a perfect blend of rich caramel and crispness from the apple. Don’t miss ‘Tini Tuesday. Every Tuesday the restaurant offers $5 off its famous ‘Tini shakers.
8. BBQ delight.
Head to the bottle shop at Folino Estate Winery in Kutztown for this seasonally inspired Cabernet and Apple Barbecue Sauce from small batch retailer Vintner’s Kitchen and discover sweet and savory goodness.
