If you’re visiting Lancaster County in the fall and REALLY want to get a taste of our German heritage, the local Oktoberfests and brew fests in our area should take priority on your calendar. They offer celebrations of German food, music, and beer. During your stay, get ready to eat, drink, dance, and be merry …
When you make this apple butter recipe, prepare to be in awe of the heavenly aroma cascading throughout your home. The scent of it is almost as amazing as its taste. ALMOST! Our guests at the Historic Smithton love this apple butter, and I'm sure you will, too. Make a batch for yourself and don’t …
Although summer is in full swing right now, this is also a wonderful time to think ahead and start planning a visit to Lancaster County this fall. Autumn in Lancaster has so much to offer. Here’s my top ten list (in no particular order because they’re all fantastic) of my fall favorites in Lancaster County: …
At the Historic Smithton Inn, we’re happy to prepare meals that accommodate guests' special dietary needs. These Zucchini Corn Cakes have been a big hit with our guests who request food that’s vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free or lactose-free. We prepare them almost entirely from ingredients picked from our own garden. Even if you don’t have any …
Late summer and early fall bring an abundance of arts & crafts festivals to Lancaster County. So if you’re looking to treat yourself or buy a unique gift for someone else, you won’t want to miss the treasures - and the fun - only festival shopping can put at your fingertips. You’ll find artisans of …
Just an hour and a half from the Historic Smithton Inn, Gettysburg awaits with its rich history and wealth of attractions and activities for people of all ages. Most known for its connection to the Civil War’s Battle of Gettysburg (its 150th Anniversary was last year), Gettysburg offers a smorgasbord of attractions for lovers of …