We're Bananas for Splits @ Lickity Split in New Holland

Ice cream dreams are a new reality in New Holland.

 With two awesome ice cream trucks roving the neighborhoods for the past few years, Mitch and Gina Dissinger have expanded their Lickity Split ice cream empire to include a new restaurant at 209 E. Main street in the historic Kaufman's building.

We were excited to see the place full of energy and customers.  The cafe has real old-fashioned ice cream parlour charm, complete with pastel painted walls and vintage feeling ceiling fans.


We loved ourselves tender ( hey- watch it...this IS a family joint) with an  Elvis ~a hip shakingly good sandwich of Grilled peanut butter, banana and honey on white bread.   We also tried the tasty Kauffman’s Cuban, consisting of Smoked ham, salami, Swiss cheese, dill pickles, spicy brown mustard, grilled on crunchy Ciabatta.  The sandwich, soup and salad list goes on and on and most dishes are named named after town streets or former businesses. Other recommended locally inspired highlights include the Rubinson's Wrap, Garden Spot Melt and the Railroad Avenue.

The decor plays up the town's historic vibe with old newspapers laminated into the booth's tables and the 231 year-old building itself is a must see destination with a unique past as everything from a hardware store to an old-tyme jail.

But let's get to what makes this place really special: 

The frozen tundra of treats created with Leiby's Hand-dipped premium ice cream!
Milkshakes, Malts, Sundaes, Splits, Waffles, Water Ice, Ice Cream, Gelaties, Waffle Cones, Floats made with Root Beer, Coke, Grape, Orange and so much MORE!

The banana split we received was a gorgeous sculpture of sprinkles atop of whipped cream, with the freshest banana ever.  It's great if you like to share, but so  good, you may wanna keep it all to yourself.
We were so thrilled with the presentation we had to give our compliments to Justin, one of the ice cream artists- in-residence.

And while other local establishments may imitate, no place can match their campfire milkshake made with vanilla, malt and topped with real jumbo toasted marshmallows! It was way more fun than any time I spent at summer camp!  it was soooo amazing we can't wait for our next one!

Do yourself a favor and grab yourself something sweet at the latest Town Scoop!

Hours are Tuesday through Saturday, from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Call them at 717-354-4YUM (354-4986).
http://www.Lickitysplit.info

I SCREAM, YOU SCREAM for LICKITY SPLIT

Stay tuned for our next review-

New Holland's newest ice cream cafe ....

KEEP ON TACO TRUCKIN' -Taqueria El Jalapeno

You know the Taco Bell in Lancaster where Route 30 & 462 meet?
On the edge of the Walmart parking lot?
Okay, drive right past that craphole and go west.
Just up the street you will find a better parking lot at Riviera Pizza.
And in this parking lot, you will also find heaven in a hot fresh tortilla.

Taqueria El Jalapeno is a taco truck serving simple, inexpensive fresh mexican street food.
Tasty tacos are $1.50 each and topped with traditional cilantro and onion along with the options of mild or hot salsa.

We love the carne asada ( steak for those gringos who don't speak taco as a second language).
The carnitas (pork) are cool and the lengua (beef tongue) is lovely,
and we cherish the chorizo (spicy sausage) and perfectly good pollo ( chicken).

There are also tacos al pastor-
Al Pastor means "shepherd's style" and is traditionally marinated over one or two days in a combination of dried chilies and then slowly cooked by flame on a vertical rotisserie very similar to how middle eastern shawarma is cooked.  Taqueria El Jalapeno skips cooking on the spit, but sweetens the deal with pineapple and onion on top as tradition dictates.

Typically open 11am-11pm daily,  Taqueria El Jalapeno satisfies our cravings for south of the border cuisine in amish country.

A River Runs Thru it: FLOW Restaurant Jim Thorpe PA

Flying Squirrels and flying Sea Turtles were in our sight line while dining al fresco at FLOW restaurant in the Poconos at Jim Thorpe.

This farm-to-table restaurant was full of surprises.  Winding our way through the tiny railroard era town to find this hidden gem was a pleasure.  This lovely and adventurous dining spot is situated in a former wireworks mill that was built c.1850  and later home to a silk mill and dressmaker.
Now known as the Carbon County Cultural Project (CCCP) , it is a destination for people who enjoy contemporary American cuisine nestled neatly in unique spaces, with  modernistic design and a fabulous art gallery, complete with a creek running right through the dining room.

Seated outdoors in the cool night air,  surrounded by glowing orbs and gorgeous gardens, we ordered our cocktails and meal.  The server suggested we take our drinks into the gallery and relax as they prepared our dinner.  Artist Victor Stabin's paintings, especially his allegorical turtle series enchanted us as much as the evening's meal.

The Creativity is not only contained on the gallery walls.  As our appetizer arrived, we'd returned to our outdoor oasis to enjoy a luscious Lump Crab Cake w/ Mixed Greens with Citrus Vinaigrette,
and Citrus Turnip Confit.  Followed then by Grilled Grass fed Rib-eye accompanied by Roasted Garlic and Shallot Mashed Potatoes, Grilled Asparagus and Devils Steak Sauce.  We also enjoyed Pan Seared Sea Scallops, Baby Spinach, Gruyere Risotto avec Bacon Jus.

Oh yeah- the flying squirrels .

Highly entertaining!

Hop in the car this weekend and head to FLOW in Jim Thorpe-
It's worth the drive!!!!