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1. It’s Dough Delicious
All those times you were told not to eat the cookie dough as a child can now be put to rest thanks to Dough & Co., an edible cookie dough shop. You read that right; cookie dough for days. You can choose from a variety of flavors, a few of which are their Lancaster batch, which includes, caramel, sea salt, Nutella, crushed pretzels, smores, graham crackers and chocolate chunks (major yum). There’s even vegan chocolate chip cookie dough. “As a creative, I love trying to create unusual and fun ways to enjoy life—and cookie dough just happens to be one of those ways,” says owner of Dough & Co. Taylor Glessner.
Dough & Co. / 46 N. Prince St., Lancaster, PA / doughco.org
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2. Sweet Dreams
Anna Rose Bakery & Coffee Shop is one that stands out from the rest. The first things to catch your eye will be the gorgeous pink storefront and the chic design that flows throughout the inside. Everything from that point on is a delicious treat selection sure to fulfill that sweet tooth. You can enjoy bakery items that include cupcakes, muffins, and cookies, as well as a variety of hot and cold drinks. The best part about the menu is their made-to-order custom donuts. Customers start by choosing a coating and then add toppings of choice and top it off with a drizzle. For special occasions, Anna Rose takes orders for custom cakes and catering.
Anna Rose Bakery & Coffee Shop / 205 Walnut St., Harrisburg, PA / annarosebakery.com / 717-236-3149
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3. Pasta La Vista, Baby!
A little slice of Italy has made its way to York. Herb & Herd is your one-stop shop for fresh cheeses, handmade pasta, and freshly sliced charcuterie—a culinary specialty that encompasses various classical techniques for preserving/serving meats. You can also refresh with some sorbetto while you’re at it. Visit Herb & Herd in the York Central Market Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. or First Fridays from 5-8 p.m.
Herb & Herd / 34 W. Philadelphia St., York, PA / herbandherd.com
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4. All Things Fancy with Love
Do you ever find yourself planning a special occasion, and you just have so many ideas in your mind that you don’t even know where to go with them? Lucky for you there’s The Cork Collection. They imagine brides with unique tastes and throw them customized weddings based around their stories and styles. The idea is to give future brides inspiration when planning their own weddings. They even sell all the wedding essentials you could possibly think of, from items for the bridal party to supplies for the day you say I do.
The Cork Collection / 480 New Holland Ave., Suite 7103, Lancaster, PA / shopcorkcollection.com / 717-391-2675
