Coming up with new blog ideas is not as easy as I thought it was going to be. I'm sitting here wondering what exciting things did I do last week that I can share with everyone. Hmmm... I organized my kitchen cabinets Saturday morning and enjoyed a wonderful dinner in NYC on Sunday evening, but that certainly doesn't qualify for a Pocono Mountains Socialista Blog, but it did get me thinking about all the great restaurants we have right here in our neighborhood. From fast food to chains to gourmet restaurants, you can find just about anything you want in the Pocono Mountains.
Last week, I went to our new Olive Garden for the first time and was pleased that I did not have to wait to be seated. I chose the mushroom ravioli in a light cream sauce as my entrée and finished the evening off with a nice hot cup of coffee. Then, I skipped across the parking lot to pick up some new reading material from Borders. I also had dinner at one of our hidden gems in East Stroudsburg. Ichiban Oriental Restaurant (570) 420-0440, located in the Big K plaza is delightful. Their sushi creations are truly works or art and their Chinese dishes are the best around (in my opinion).
One of my all time favorite places to eat is Andrew Moore's Stone Bar Inn located in Snydersville. The last time I dined there I started the evening with a delightful bottle of wine that complimented my mouth-watering crab cakes perfectly. For special occasions, be sure to make a reservation and ask if the Chef's table is available. It's a one of a kind experience dinning in the heart of the kitchen watching the masters at work. I promise you won't be disappointed.
During the week, one of our favorite places to order lunch from is Moe's Southwest Grill . There's just something great about picking up the phone ordering a tasty burrito (maybe 6 -8 burritos depending on how many of my co-workers are craving Moe's that day) and having it delivered right to your office with no mess and no fuss! I can even claim to know the owners personally! Check out their website and you just may see a familiar face... Mine! Give Karen a call, order some of their lip smacking cuisine and tell her Staci sent you!
I guarantee this is one of many blogs to come on dining establishments in the tranquil Pocono Mountains. Next week I will tell you all about The Lounge at the Comfort Inn in Bartonsville. Ciao for now...
