Sesame Encrusted Ahi Tuna / Photo: Andrew Pollack
Jarrettown Hotel Restaurant
If the unsettling thought of encountering a ghost while having dinner is of no particular concern to you, then I present for your dining consideration, the historic Jarrettown Hotel Restaurant in Dresher, PA. Legend has it that, on several occasions, unexpected apparitions have been seen roaming on the second floor of the “inn”, including the unexplained and evanescent “Lady in White”. There have also been reports of female customers who have been “politely” accosted by spirits while attempting to use the second floor rest room. So, you may want to bring a flashlight and Proton Pack if you plan on exploring the restaurant’s premises during your visit
The Jarrettown Hotel, which dates back to 1847, has been owned and managed by Giovanni Agresti since 2008. Originally, the building was constructed for use as an inn and tavern for travelers passing through the area. Over the years, ownership changed hands several times until 2007 when it was purchased by the Jarrettown Village Associates. At that time, the restaurant underwent extensive restoration with the hope of maintaining the beauty of the original building and preserving its warm ambiance. I would have to say these goals were successfully met! Please note, though, that the establishment is no longer used as an actual overnight inn or hotel.
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It's Water Ice Season!
Thanks to our Mid-Atlantic accents we prefer it pronounced "wooder ice"... and to me (and I am sure many of our readers as well), it's not shaved ice, Italian ice, fruit ice, or sorbet... it's simply "wooder ice"! Nothing marks the start of the summer season like a quick trip to Via Veneto's for a cup (however this delicacy can be enjoyed all year long)! If you are interested in reading more about this unexplained regional phenomenon, checkout this write-up in paeats.org. Happy Water Ice season y'all! Enjoy!
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Via Veneto Italian Ice / Photo: viaventoice.com
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Montco brewers taking part in Memorial Day release to support Veterans
For those of you who may have missed it last week, this one is for too good a cause not to re-run ON Memorial Day Weekend! Per an article from our pals over at breweriesinpa.com, "For the fourth year in a row, craft breweries from across Pennsylvania have joined together for the return of an all-Pennsylvania Veterans beer collaboration. The beer is brewed by Pennsylvania Veterans in support of Pennsylvania Veterans. “Adapt And Overcome: Got Your Six” will release all throughout Pennsylvania on Memorial Day Weekend 2023 with proceeds of sales going directly to the Keystone Military Families organization. Since 2019, the PA Veterans’ Collaboration Beer has raised over $60,000 dollars to support fellow Pennsylvania veterans."
What an awesome cause and collaboration! Read more on it here, and be sure to support!
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We’ll be scouring Montgomery as well as neighboring counties for a wide variety of potent potables, highlighting everything from local craft brews to intriguing cocktail recipes that we come across along our travels!
Got a favorite? Hit us up so we can check it out for ourselves!
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Wise Dog (Sage-infused Greyhound) / Photo: @in_time_for_cocktails on Instagram
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Wise Dog (Sage-infused Greyhound)
We're back with another Quick Sip to kickstart your long holiday weekend from our buddy Victor @in_time_for_cocktails on Instagram! Vic says, "Been making this one for years for friends and family and it is another good one to batch for a party!" Give it a shot and let us know what you think!
- 1 oz Sage-infused vodka
- 2 oz fresh-squeezed grapefruit juice
- 1/3 oz simple syrup
- 2 strips of grapefruit peel
- 2 sage leaves
- Cava or champagne
Crush the zest and sage and add to shaker with the other ingredients. Add a few handfuls of ice and shake hard for 10 seconds. Strain into a coupe and top with the cava or champagne. Garnish with a sage leaf.
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23 Memorial Day Recipes for a Memorable Cookout
IT'S HERE! The official unofficial start of summer... Memorial Day is a wonderful time to celebrate the lives and give remembrance of those who have died in service to our country, and following in that it's become tradition for many to celebrate with foods of all sorts!
Foodandwine.com has got you covered with a great article highlighting 23 Memorial Day recipes to make it a memorable one! Checkout the article here, and let us know what's your favorite!
Share your favorite recipes, hacks, tips, and tricks with us by sending an email to amoveablefeastmontco@gmail.com!
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Grilled Corn on the Cob / Photo: Getty Images
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Make it Montco this Memorial Day Weekend
Numerous Memorial Day events, commemorations, and ceremonies are slated to take place in the greater Norristown area and around Montgomery County this coming weekend... For more info on things to do in Norristown and the surrounding areas to celebrate our veterans, visit this link to Norristown Patch!
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American Flag / Photo: Stock Image
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Spring Concerts you won't want to miss!
Looking to move and groove with family and friends this spring in and around the Main Line? Well you've come to the right place! Main Line Today dropped an article with a bunch of 'can't miss' concerts happening this spring... Check it out by visiting the link here! We hope to see you there!
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The Centre Theater bringing movies back to the county seat!
The Centre Theater, Norristown’s iconic performing arts center, is excited to announce Monday Night at the Movies!
The Centre Theater will begin screening movies the first Monday of every month, starting with ‘We Bought A Zoo,’ in honor of the theater’s new partnership with Elmwood Park Zoo, on June 5. The movies will begin at 7 p.m. There will be light refreshments available, and ticket prices will begin at the incredible, unheard of in this day and age price of just $5. The July 3 movie will be Jaws, just in time for Shark Week, which begins July 11.
The Centre Theater is located at 208 DeKalb St., Norristown, PA 19401. There is ample parking on DeKalb Street, and there is also a Septa garage about a hundred yards away from the theater.
To purchase tickets please click here.
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The Centre Theater marquee sign / Photo: @centretheater on Instagram
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ANOTHER $100 Gift Card to Blue Bell Inn!
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Sign up to be a member of the A Moveable Feast Members Club, and you'll be entered to win a $100 Gift Card to Blue Bell Inn! The Blue Bell Inn is one of Montgomery County's finest restaurants. If you've ever been, you know, if you've never been, you have to go! Just click this link and become a member today. And remember, a full 10 percent of your .99 cent membership goes directly to the Montco Anti-Hunger Network each month. Let's eliminate food insecurity in Montco!
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Blue Bell Inn dishes! / Photo: Blue Bell Inn on Facebook
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Congrats to our April monthly giveaway winner!
(Family Four-Pack of Tickets to Elmwood Park Zoo!)
Ellen B., from Glenside
...is the lucky winner of a Family Four-Pack of Tickets to Elmwood Park Zoo! Congratulations Ellen, and thanks for being a member and a reader!
As a member of the A Moveable Feast family, a portion of our winners .99 cent monthly membership goes directly to the Montco Anti-Hunger Network. Please consider becoming a member today by simply clicking on the membership link at the bottom of this email.
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...the rest of Andrew's Spotlight
The focus of the Jarrettown Hotel is to present fine dining in a relaxed, casual atmosphere. As you enter the restaurant you will arrive in a lively, convivial lounge area with a full bar, a few tables and, on some weekends, live music. Beyond the bar, there is ample seating in the main dining room or on the enclosed porch. Space for private parties (up to 100 guests) is available upstairs while a cozy stone-walled wine cellar room is ideal for a small meeting or intimate gathering.
Patti and I have often referred to the Jarrettown Hotel as our “go-to” place to dine. Its close proximity to our home and its wonderful food make it a natural place for us to “grab lunch” or enjoy a more stately dinner. On this particular rainy spring evening, we began our meal with well crafted martinis followed by very satisfying salads. Patti ordered the Burrata Caprese (“excellent creamy burrata cheese”) and I enjoyed the Red Beet and Goat Cheese salad (“very refreshing”). Subsequently, we chose our entrees among a wide array of grill-fired pizzas, fish, chicken, meat and pasta offerings. Patti ultimately settled on the Sesame Encrusted Ahi Tuna while I selected a favorite of mine, the Mediterranean Grouper entrée. Both of these entrees are superb! The Ahi tuna was prepared rare, as intended, and the quality of the fish and wasabi sauce was excellent. The grouper is served “Francese” style in a delicate white wine and lemon sauce with mushrooms and asparagus over angel hair pasta. I will never tire of this perpetually delectable dish! Finally, while Patti abstained, I ended my meal with a slice of crème brûlée cheesecake which was a perfect complement to my earlier choices.
Our dining experience closed with warming cups of tasty American coffee. Then we said our goodbyes, grabbed our umbrellas, and dashed through raindrops to our nearby car. As usual, our dinner at Jarrettown was another dependably excellent meal, and, most certainly, we were grateful to spend an entire evening there knowing that we avoided confrontation with the “looming” second-story ghosts!
Rating: 4.25 / 5
Jarrettown Hotel Restaurant
1425 Limekiln Pike
Dresher, PA 19025
(215) 654-6880
Jarrettown Hotel Restaurant on Instagram
Jarrettown Hotel Restaurant on Facebook
HOURS:
Monday CLOSED
Tuesday - Sunday 11:00AM - 8:00PM
We'd love to hear some of your personal favorites, feedback, comments, and suggestions, so let us know what you think by sending us an email to amoveablefeastmontco@gmail.com!
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