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	Restaurant Taquet by Lise Monty Jean-Francois Taquet, the Main Line's French star for more than two decades, puts his own spin on French cuisine. Treat yourself during the holiday season and make a dinner reservation at Taquet, which will be aglow with twinkle lights and poinsettias.
	Columbia Bar and Grille by Lise Monty Innovative American fare. The kitchen is tuned in to the "buy local and seasonal" concept and its daily seafood specials are always "wild-caught only."
	333 Belrose Bar and Grill by Lise Monty Terrific contemporary American fare The menu here changes about every six weeks, inspired by "what's fresh in the marketplace."

Recently in Fare with Flair

	Holiday Treats by M. G. McCreight Too much to do, too little time. Time saving treats for the holidays.
	Turkey and Other Harvest Feasts by M. G. McCreight Here's to the Thanksgiving Day cook. Some new ideas for the Day and after.
	The Harvest Feast by M. G. McCreight Once a major celebration, harvest festivals have almost disappeared. Revive the old-time custom just for an evening.

Food News

Thanksgiving Wine Pairings

There's a perfect wine (sometimes several) for every Thanksgiving feast.

Thanksgiving is a wonderful time to enjoy family, friends, good food and also savor a fine wine.

Spotlight on Events & Attractions

Pennsylvania Hunt Cup
Steeplechase races in Unionville, usually in early November, for the benefit of Brandywine Conservancy, Brandywine Valley Assn, Cheshire Land Preservation Fund, Natural Lands Trust, and Stroud Water Research Center. First run in 1921. In Unionville since 1964.
pahuntcup.og

Garden Railway at Morris Arboretum
Philadelphia, PA
G-scale model trains on a quarter mile of track featuring seven loops and tunnels with fifteen different rail lines and two cable cars, nine bridges (including a trestle bridge you can walk under),, all set in the lovely winter garden of the Arboretum. The display and buildings are all made of natural materials -- bark, leaves, twigs, hollow logs, mosses, acorns, dried flowers, seeds and stones -- to form a perfectly proportioned miniature landscape complete with miniature rivers. The Arboretum's upcoming events are often listed in County Lines magazine and in the Upcoming Events pages of this website.
business-services.upenn.edu/arboretum/eventsgardenrailway.html

Longwood Gardens
Kennett Square, PA
World-renowned horticultural showplace. Longwood's upcoming events are often listed in County Lines magazine and in the Upcoming Events pages of this website.
longwoodgardens.org

Morris Arboretum
Philadelphia, PA
An interdisciplinary center of the University of Pennsylvania. Integrates art, science and the humanities. Thousands of rare and lovely woody plants, including some of Philadelphia's oldest, rarest, and largest trees, are set in a romantic, 92-acre, Victorian landscape garden of winding paths, streams, flowers and special garden areas. The Arboretum's upcoming events are often listed in County Lines magazine and in the Upcoming Events pages of this website.
business-services.upenn.edu/arboretum/

Vox Ama Deus
Gladwyne, PA
Bringing to life the music of the Renaissance, Baroque and Classical periods.
voxamadeus.org

Spotlight on Restaurants

Stockyard Inn
Lancaster, PA
One of the oldest, continuously operated steakhouses in the U.S. Distinctive historical rooms. Delicious steaks, chops, and seafood.
stockyardinn.com

Dilworthtown Inn
West Chester, PA
Warm and hospitable, candle-lit atmosphere, roaring fireplaces. Known for it's imaginative American cuisine. A fine dining experience for those who appreciate the fine details. Selected by us as Best Restaurant for a Special Occasion in 2009.
dilworthtown.com

Columbia Bar & Grille
Phoenixville, PA
Set in a stylishly renovated Victorian in historic Phoenixville.. Congenial atmosphere. Well-made cocktails. Innovative American fare. Since 1893, a favorite with discriminating locals.
columbiabarandgrille.com

333 Belrose
Radnor, PA
Great lunch or dinner restaurant in the heart of Radnor with a lively bar and outdoor patio. "Best Bar for Over-30s" in 2008.
333belrose.com

Emily's
Mohnton, PA
Set in a historic 1827 building. Antique Victorian furnishings. Several small dining areas and a unique bar. Associated with the Yellow House Hotel.
emilyspub.com

Duling Kurtz House & Country Inn
Exton, PA
Continues the tradition of providing the history, charm, and hospitality of which Chester County has become famous. In our Dining Guide 2008, we selected it as Most Romantic.
www.dulingkurtz.com

Restaurant Taquet
Wayne, PA
Located at the historic Wayne Hotel.
taquet.com

Ship Inn
Exton, PA
A beautiful restaurant serving fresh seafood and steaks. Offers both casual and formal dining.
shipinn.net

Inn at St. Peter's Village
St. Peter's Village, PA
Elegant dining and lodging in a beautifully restored historic building. Received our "Best Desserts" award in 2008.
innatsaintpeters.com

Catalina's Restaurante
Malvern, PA
A small, intimate BYOB restaurant, serving Mediterranean American Cuisine
catalinasrestaurante.com

Mile High Steak & Seafood
Glen Mills, PA
Creative restaurant featuring a casual and comfortable setting, serving only USDA prime and certified Black Angus steaks, fresh seafood, and gourmet cuisine.
milehighsteakandseafood.com

Yellow House Hotel
Douglasville, PA
Built in 1801, surrounded by rolling farmland. Great food. Comfortable atmosphere. Associated with Emily's in Mohnton.
yellowhouse-pa.com

Gracie's 21st Century Cafe
Pine Forge, PA
Cafe and Catering. Designed & created out of respect for life & well being. Featured in the Dec 2007 issue. Won our 2008 "Worth the Drive" award.
gracies21stcentury.com

Coming In February!

Fine Homes Can Be Green

The Topels mainly wanted a smaller home. Find out how and why they ended up with a "green" home that blends high-end aesthetics and state-of-the-art green technology.

Invest Your Imagination: Spare Room Options

Learn how to convert that spare room into an asset and a personal oasis - wine cellar, media room, bathroom spa or more.

Going, Going, Gone: Guide to Real Estate Auctions

You've heard about them. Now find out about this trend that's sweeping the country and Chester County.

Plus: Home of the Month and Home Style and Design features, Where To Find It Guide.

And the best Guide to Local Events.