South central Pennsylvania, also known as Dutch Country RoadsThe Digital Community Registry (DCR) is like a beautiful quilt made of threads of local colors. Each region is woven together with threads that reflect the area’s culinary treasures, craft beer, and wine offerings. From Chambersburg to Reading (Pa.), the increasing number of wineries/breweries offers the perfect opportunity for you to discover the area’s culture, cuisine, and history.
Spirits: Adams County is a new area in the wine industry that has gained national attention.
Quaint Orrtanna boasts two wineries, Adams County Winery, tucked into the valley below the Blue Ridge Mountains, and Reid’s Orchard & Winery, which combines the rich fruit flavor of Adams County with its variety of wine.
Locals and visitors love the Hauser Estate Winery in Biglerville for its spectacular view of the countryside.
The latest addition to the wine scene is a wide variety of wine made by hand at 15 award-winning wineries located throughout Hershey- Harrisburg Wine Country.
Beer lovers discover fine homemade brews at Cumberland Valley’s Market Cross Pub & Brewery, Al’s of Hampden and the Appalachian Brewing Company. Lancaster County also has many microbreweries.
Cuisine: DCR has a lot to offer. And what vacation is complete without savoring your palate? Particularly when beer and wine are involved.
Lancaster offers both home-cooked and gourmet food, such as chicken potpie or braised pork medallions. You can visit local restaurants or try Pennsylvania classics like scrapple and shoofly.
While in Cumberland Valley, travelers can continue the culinary adventure by trying their hand at new recipes at The Kitchen Shoppe & Cooking School or Cornerstone Culinary Kitchen.
Franklin County’s family-owned farmers’ market offers a wide variety of fresh fruits, vegetables, and other products. “Chambersburg Peaches”It is a favorite at the many roadside stands throughout the state. Greater Reading has an extensive selection of Pennsylvania Dutch delicacies and farm-fresh food. Visit the farms, festivals, breweries and wineries to see how much they value homegrown.
Trails: Get your fill of local culture and spirits on the Gettysburg Fruit & Wine Trail, combining farms and vineyards for a unique vacation. York County’s year-round trails include the Mason-Dixon Wine Trail (and the Susquehanna Ale Trail). You can taste the finest in wine or beer. Enjoy a glass of wine, a brew, or distilled beverage while you explore the region’s more than 20 wineries and 13 breweries.
Learn more at visitpa.com/regions/dutch-country-roads.
