Last week, I discussed Chop Sushi, a small poke shop located on Prince Street. Poke is one of the recent phenomena to take America by storm along with other trends like smoothie bowls and green smoothies. Another trend, ramen, has been gaining popoularity recently in the United States. Though many college students may associate ramen […]
In recent years, poke has been taking America by storm. For those who don’t know, poke (pronounced POH-kay) refers to diced raw fish, served with several vegetables and garnishes. In the contiguous United States, poke has more frequently combined with sushi rice and toppings to form what is known as a “poke bowl”. What I […]
Last week, I discussed the Lancaster Central Market, one of the most historic and prolific culinary venues. The market draws on many popular cuisines in addition to offering a large amount of local produce. This week, we will discuss a place more foreign to the Lancaster area- a creperie. Rachel’s Cafe and Creperie, situated on […]
No discussion of the food scene in Lancaster would be complete without the Central Market. Established in 1730, the establishment is the oldest continously running farmer’s market in the country. It brings together all aspects of Lancastrian culture, encompassing Amish, Italian, Puerto Rican, and many more cuisines. Of course, tourists are most excited for the […]
Though so far I have discussed eateries strictly within the city limits, I am making a slight exception this week. The restaurant I am discussing, Rice and Noodles Restaurant, is located just 1 minute north of the city. Literally a bridge away from the city limits, Rice and Noodles is easily accessible from anywhere downtown. […]
Last week we explored Callaloo, a restaurant sampling from the Trinidadian cuisine. While Callaloo is an example of international cuisine brought in to a small city, this week, we look at a restaurant drawing from the local food and farms. Situated in the Lancaster Arts Hotel, the John J. Jeffries restaurant incorporates a farm to […]
Last week, I covered the Prince Street Café, a traditional staple of the Lancaster food scene. This week, I will discuss a restaurant on the opposite end of the spectrum- Callaloo Trinidadian Kitchen. Referred to simply as “Callaloo,” the restaurant opened fairly recently in the spring of 2017. Ever since, it has been growing in […]
The city of Lancaster is a unique, quirky town settled in the center of the namesake rural county. The streets are lined with countless shops, boutiques, and art galleries. Along the way, you’ll be sure to find some interesting architecture, though the buildings tend to be dominated by brick. As you become more acquainted with the […]