2009

  November 26th - 29th
Thanksgiving Package

Our culinary tours have been featured in the Washington Post . Check out what they had to say!

Bookmark this page for new and exciting demos and culinary tours coming up next year. We have been at the drawing boards and have come up with all kinds of great things. We will be heading back for more wine but will be going to different places.

Did somebody say Chocolate?? Well, we heard it and have planned a great weekend with chocolate on the menu "and on the face as well." We will fill you in as time comes closer, but be sure that lots of exciting things are coming up for 2009.

• Herb Tour
• Regional Italian Cooking Demo
• Cajun Tour
• Beer and Pretzel
• Cheese and Wine Tour
• Thanksgiving Package
• Wine Camp
• Chocolate Romance Tour
• Paranormal Tour
• Regional German Tour
• Secret Amish Tour

HERB TOUR - TAKE A WALK ON THE GREEN SIDE OF LANCASTER

A Culinary Diversion: The many faces of Herbs

As green spreads across the rolling farmland of Lancaster County, spring brings fresh promises of new beginnings. On Saturday, May 9, two area bed and breakfasts will guide tourists and locals on a path sure to please all five senses.

With the help of local experts and nurseries, they will explore all facets of herbs – starting with aesthetically pleasing additions to gardens, whether in containers, traditional herb gardens or intermingled with favorite perennial partners.

They’ll learn the medicinal properties, new ways to use both the fragrance and taste of herbs and finish the day with a feast of a five-course herb-inspired dinner on Saturday night.

Not to be overlooked is the obvious “green” benefit of growing your own herbs and having them at hand whenever the inspiration arrives to make your own salad dressing, marinade, seasoning, or add an element of crisp flavor to any dish. The fresh quality will certainly be the favored alternative to driving to the local store and buying plastic-encased herbs that have sat in warehouses, trucked across the country, or shipped from outside the US.

The package is offered at $150 per person and includes all tours, tastings, lunch, dinner and transportation. The event is open to the public. Guests staying at Harvest Moon Bed and Breakfast receive a special herb-inspired gift basket. This tour is in conjunction with our friends at the Artist's Inn.  

BELLA LUNA - A CULINARY JOURNEY THROUGH REGIONAL ITALY

A Series of Italian Cooking Demos, Tours, and Dining

Experience a journey through several of the most celebrated culinary venues of Italy as Chef/Innkeeper Carl Kosko offers invaluable advice and recipes.

With the excitement of the 2009 season in the air, Chef/innkeeper Carl Kosko brings to light ways to WOW your dinner guest with specific detailed regional Italian Cooking. In a weekend filled with not only cooking advice, but fine dining experiences and informative tours, Harvest Moon B&B’s, “Bella Luna Weekend” (Beautiful Moon) offers the ideal “edutaining” getaway. Learn how to expertly prepare the simplest of ingredients into a work of art in your kitchen. The Harvest Moon Bella Luna Weekend is scheduled for September 24 - 26, 2009 ( Sicilian Region) and a tentative one between November 5 - 7 2009 (Naples Region) . These weekend packages include recipes for traditional takes on classic Italian Cooking and demonstrations on how to prepare them, along with an evening of fine dining topped off with a tour to the Central Market where the Amish sell their produce and meats each morning. All of this is set at The Harvest Moon B&B, in the heart of Pennsylvania Dutch country, where the clip clop of Amish buggies is heard in tune with the chopping of fresh herbs, and both combine to offer the perfect culinary excursion.

At the heart of Harvest Moon’s Regional Italian Cooking Weekends is a demonstration of wonderful new ways to prepare traditional Tuscan dishes. Watch as Chef Carl prepares the following recipes, which all participants will take home.

Guests who take part in the weekend package will enjoy a four-course gourmet meal at a local gourmet restaurant and also a wonderful cheese tasting back at Harvest Moon. Suggestions for pairings with wines will be included, and guests are welcome to bring their favorite wines to enjoy with the Antipasti tasting. The weekend will conclude with a tour of Lancaster’s Central Market, where Amish and Mennonite farmers bring their produce and meat to sell each day.

Top this culinary adventure off with romantic accommodations including two-story suites and Jacuzzi tubs, and the Harvest Moon B&B’s “Bella Luna Weekend” will be the perfect way to enjoy your culinary vacation.

September 24th - 26th 2009 Sicilian Weekend
A land of some of the best flavors of Italy; a place where pasta has it's origin; a culture that celebrates it's Italian heritage with rich tomato sauces and lots of fresh regional produce. These simple ingredients offer just a few of the great flavors of this distinguished region.

November 5 - 7 2009 Naples-Campagna Weekend  Tentative                                                              An area rich in pasta pizza and grand desserts. The Neapolitans have the market on these specific foods. Look for more information on this in the new year. 

The “Bella Luna Weekend” includes:

• Breakfast each morning
• A collection of Italian Recipes extracted from personal travels and well loved cookbooks
• “Bella Luna” cooking demonstration
• Four course dinner one night
• Antipasti tasting
• Tour of Lancaster’s Central Market
• A fine gift from Harvest Moon

All for $150.00 per person (not including tax)

In order to keep the weekend personalized, limited space is available. Book now by calling 888-824-3763.

CHEF PRUDHOMME’S CAJUN LEGACY THRIVES IN LANCASTER COUNTY

Lancaster County Celebrates its “Southern Bayou” Connection with Mystery, Food and Fun.

Locals and tourist alike celebrate as Prudhomme’s Lost Cajun Kitchen put together a weekend filled with intrigue, fine food and great fun. Sudden demand for epicurean experiences has dictated this new twist on last years popular Cajun Event.

The excitement begins on Friday night July 10th with a “getting to know you evening” filled with intrigue and mystery at the Artist’s Inn. Listen closely to the clues as we dive into this Cajun themed murder mystery. Wear your beads and face mask to this one, for your hosts have planned a suspenseful evening.

David and Sharon Prudhomme, owners of Prudhomme’s Lost Cajun Kitchen, prepare Cajun food in the style of David’s uncle, Chef Paul Prudhomme from Louisiana. Known for his many best-selling cookbooks and exploration of spices, this flamboyant chef was responsible for sharing the love of his home cuisine with the rest of the world, teaching us not only the magic of the food, but the magic of the people of the region as well.

On Saturday, we’ll be dining alfresco at the Harvest Moon, when a little bit of Cajun country comes to New Holland. Sharon Prudhomme will demonstrate Cajun cooking and why it is as much fun to prepare as it is to eat. She’ll share tips on how you can make these dishes at home.

Cost is $175 per couple and includes the murder mystery dinner, Saturday lunch, a welcome gift and party hats and beads. Event runs July 10 and 11 2009.  So, grab your friends and head to Lancaster County - Cajun Country is closer than you think! This tour is in conjunction with our friends at the Artist's Inn

Did you know that Lancaster was once known as the Little Munich of America? Or that 75% of America’s pretzels are made within 100 miles of Lancaster County?

Learn more on an adventure through Lancaster County’s back roads and explore two local pretzel factories and two micro-breweries. Learn about the early days of brewing with true tales of gangsters, bootlegging and how the locals successfully defied Prohibition.

The Harvest Moon Bed and Breakfast have orchestrated an entertaining weekend on June 12 and 13 then again on  August 7 and 8. We begin by setting the mood with colorful reminiscences of beer-making, and the group will sample some of Lancaster’s pretzels – both soft and hard with local pretzel makers. Of course, the tour would not be complete without a stop at Sturgis Pretzel Factory, site of America’s first introduction to pretzels. The journey continues to Union Barrel Works to tour their facility and experience their top-rated beer.

Stoudt’s Brewery in Adamstown is the final stop, where host Ed Stoudt will acquaint guests with his award-winning brews and provide a tour of his brewery. An outstanding dinner at Stoudt’s Black Angus restaurant will finish the day, complete with, you guessed it, beer (or wine). There’s no need for a designated driver because guests will be transported by a professional service.

$150.00 per person covers the cost of all tours, lectures, tastings, a light lunch, dinner, and transportation. Lodging is additional to the cost of the package; guests who decide to lodge will receive a special gift. This event is open to anyone over age 21. These tours are in conjunction with our friends at the Artist's Inn . 

LANCASTER COUNTY CHEESE AND WINE TOUR
Don’t miss these great Discovery Weekends at the Harvest Moon; a tour of Lancaster Counties Back roads, Exploring Both Wineries and Local Cheese Artisans

In a weekend filled with not only cooking advice, but fine dining experiences and informative tours, your hosts, “Culinary Tour” offers the ideal “edutaining” getaway. Discover Lancaster’s local contribution to the culinary spectrum. The 2008 dates for The Harvest Moon Discovery Tour Weekend is scheduled for January 23-24, 2009 April 17-18, 2009 July24-25 November 13-14 2009.

Each visit this year will offer a new and exciting venue for each facet of the tour. The package includes travels through the Amish Country side with a visit to a local cheese artisan. Also included is an exploration of Lancaster wines with a stop at some of the best that Lancaster has to offer. Finally a wine and dine evening at one of the areas finest of restaurants in Lancaster will bring your day of discovery in Lancaster County to an end. All of this begins at The Harvest Moon B&B, in the heart of Pennsylvania Dutch country, where the clip clop of Amish buggies is heard in tune with the chop chop of fresh herbs, and both combine to offer the perfect culinary excursion.

The highlight of the weekend is a spectacular evening of fine dining at one of the areas local fine dining establishments.

Those who enjoy this weekend package will have down time to discover all that compliments this culinary weekend. As always, Lancaster County offers and array of rich and colorful treasures including small unique towns, local markets, and museums to enhance your stay.

Provided below is a list of all included into our “Culinary Tour” package.

The “Culinary Tour” Weekend includes:

• A collection of Recipes utilizing both cheese and wine extracted from personal travels and well loved cookbooks
• A fine dining evening at one the areas finest of restaurants
• Transportation through the Amish countryside
• Visit to some of the areas wineries
• Tour of a local dairy farm
• A fine gift from Harvest Moon

Your all inclusive package price for your cheese and wine weekend is at $150.00 per person. Call for rooms rates. In order to keep the weekend personalized, limited space is available. Book now by calling 888-824-3763. This tour is in conjunction with our friends at the Artist's Inn . 

THANKSGIVING DAY PACKAGE
A Holiday Primer

The memories of Thanksgiving long ago…. Here at the Harvest Moon!

The Harvest Moon has put together a special Thanksgiving package just in time for the Holidays, one that brings culinary to the forefront. In a weekend filled not only with great dining but also some entertainment as well. This package brings you and your guest to an Amish Dinner to celebrate a traditional Amish Thanksgiving. Tickets to the American Music Theatre’s Christmas Production and a coupon booklet to the outlets for great holiday shopping are preceded only by a wonderful Thanksgiving morning Brunch at the Harvest Moon Bed and Breakfast.

What’s included?

• An Authentic Amish Dinner
• American Music Theatre’s Christmas Show
• Lancaster Outlets coupon booklet
• Thursday Morning Thanksgiving Brunch
• Amish Buggy Ride
• Two Nights Lodging (either Wednesday-Thursday or Thursday-Friday)

This is a special weekend just in time to put you in the holiday spirit with great food, great times and of course, great Lancaster shopping.

Above served with Breakfast Buffet here at the Harvest Moon which will include, fresh fruit, cereals with dried fruit and nut toppings, fresh baked breads and juices, coffee and tea. Seating is in the morning at 11:00 am. No prior meal will be served this day.

Price per room:

• Cortland Room = $457.00
• Macintosh Room = $487.00
• Gala Room = $577.00
• Braeburn Room = $607.00

(Rates based on Double Occupancy; All Local and State Taxes Apply at 7.1%; Three week cancellation applies)

KIDS HAVE HAD ENOUGH; PARENTS BEING SENT OFF TO WINE CAMP
Mom and Dad Pack the Smores as They Head Off To Wine Camp

Parents live hectic lives: work, sports, church, and Friends all crowd at the time where parents just want a little down time. Wine Camp is a time where parents can get a little first hand knowledge on every thing wine. Explore the vineyards, learn what to taste for, understand how to pair foods with wine and enjoy the sights and smells of eight different wineries on this three day adventure.

According to Jan Garrabrandt, Camp Director at The Artist’s Inn in Terre Hill PA, "We offer a camp where adults are able to forget about their schedule, Blackberries and conference calls and enjoy a glass of wine in the scenic Pa Country Side.” It is at camp where adult’s knowledge of fine wine making grows and matures with each vineyard."

Wine Camp is a teaching ground for the art of tasting wine; a true experience for the senses as we explore the area wineries. Enjoy a tasting at several of the area’s finest wineries as we develop our skills with this intense three day look at the fine art of wine tasting. Your wine tasting skills will be broadened. Enjoy a walk through the vineyards on a late summer day, dine al fresco with the colors of the fields behind you and relax in fine area restaurants at the end of the day.

Wine Camp provides intense interaction with your counselors as we travel with you throughout the Central PA countryside. All transportation is provided for your two day tour. At the end of the day, enjoy luxurious “cabins” with your “bunk mate”. According to Carl Kosko Camp Counselor at the Harvest Moon Bed and Breakfast, "No need to bring the sleeping bag, your “Counselors” will provide all provisions for your stay; including rooms of distinction, one of a kind amenities, breakfast to brag about and host with a penchant towards making their “campers” content.” He continues by saying, “Our Bed and Breakfasts offer our guest unparalleled service.”

$395 per person covers all costs of the camp from tours to tastings to all meals and transportation. Lodging is extra.

At The Harvest Moon Bed and Breakfast, campers can participate in Wine Camp beginning on September 13 then departing on the 15th of 2009. For those wishing to find out more, 888-824-3763. This tour is in conjunction with our friends at the Artist's Inn.

CHOCOLATE ROMANCE TOUR

LOCALS AND TOURIST CELEBRATE LANCASTERS RICH CHOCOLATE HISTORY

Look out Hershey: Lancaster is all Abuzz with its Many Chocolate and Candy Makers Making Smooth Confections.

            February is the month of romance and chocolate and locals and tourists alike are looking for sweet interludes in Lancaster County. Coming February 27^th and February 28th , restaurants, candy makers and chocolatiers are joining forces with three area bed and breakfasts to bring together the many facets of chocolate and candy making.  Local innkeepers say that couples have been looking for an opportunity to learn the rich history of Lancaster chocolate and how its romance has survived neighboring one of the world’s largest candy makers.

            While consumers demand fresh, quality ingredients, these innkeepers have put together a tour to show their guests the sweeter side of Lancaster.  With Wilbur’s, Spence’s and others, the possibilities and varieties are endless.  Using methods long forgotten, such as hand dipping and the lack of preservatives, the candies are pure indulgence.

            The weekend will start with a “getting to know Chocolate” evening; and Saturday will feature a great chocolate inspired breakfast, tours of local confectioners a chance to explore romantic Lancaster County by back roads, and a chocolate themed dinner.  What could be more romantic?  The package is offered for $150 per person and includes all tours, tastings, transportation, dinner and a special gift for the romantic couple.This tour is done in conjunction with our friends at the Artist's Inn . 

PARANORMAL TOUR

More information coming soon.

REGIONAL GERMAN TOUR

Deutches KucheVernuggen”

Pleasure in the German Kitchen

  CONTACT:  Carl Kosko, 717-354-0213

 Grab your German “Krug” and get ready for a weekend of Old Country Charm both in the kitchen and out. Discover Lancaster’s deep German Heritage!

Lancaster County, PA. – With spring in full swing, Chef/innkeeper Carl Kosko brings to you a fascinating culinary Demonstration here in Lancaster County.  In a weekend filled with not only cooking advice, but fine dining experiences and informative tours, your hosts, “German Weekend” offers the ideal “edutaining” getaway.  Discover Lancaster’s deep German heritage and its contribution to the culinary flare of Lancaster County.   The Harvest Moon’s “Deutches Kuche Vernuggen” tour/demo is scheduled for May 14 through the 17th.  The package includes a Bavarian Cooking Demonstration, Dinner at Stoudt’s  and a night out at the Lancaster “Leiderkranz” The Liederkranz is a German Singing Society and Cultural Club, established in 1880 to promote and perpetuate German singing, dancing, music, language, foreign exchange and culture for its members and their guests.

This event is a two day event starting with a getting to know you dinner at Stoudt’s Restaurant a German themed establishment that has taken the art of making beer and preserved the “Bavarian Purity Law” Top this with a wonderful meal and you have the makings for a great evening. A German Themed Breakfast awaits you Saturday morning then prepare for a German (Bavarian) cooking demonstration. The smell of Saurbraten with dumplings and spätzle topped with gruyere cheese are all waiting for you to discover; you are sure to get a look at the rich art of cooking Bavarian style. Then to round the weekend off we have an evening at the Lancaster Liederkranz. Here we will celebrate with the local German crowd at their spring fling dance. All of this begins at The Harvest Moon B&B, in the heart of Pennsylvania Dutch country, where the clip clop of Amish buggies is heard in tune with the chop chop of fresh herbs, and both combine to offer the perfect culinary excursion.

This is a two day package starting on Friday May 15^th. For those wishing to embellish their stay will have the opportunity to arrive on Thursday evening to enjoy a tour of the Landis Valley Museum. A cultural museum celebrating the rich German heritage that Lancaster is known for. You can also enjoy a lot of what Lancaster County has to offer including an array of small unique towns, local markets, museums and so on.

This culinary package is an add on to your stay here at the Harvest Moon Bed and Breakfast. Provided below is a list of all included into our “Vernuggen Tour” package.

The “Vernuggen Tour” Weekend includes:

• A collection of Recipes utilizing Cultural German Foods extracted from personal travels and well loved cookbooks
• Reception at Stoudt’s restaurant: an “edutaining” evening filled with fine food and information on the areas great offerings
• Admission to Landis Valley Museum (for those embellishing their tour)
• Evening of Entertainment at the Lancaster Liederkranz
• A fine gift from Harvest Moon
• Bavarian Cooking Demonstration

All for $160.00 per person (not including tax)

In order to keep the weekend personalized, limited space is available.  Book now by calling 888-824-3763 or visit www.harvestmoonbandb.com

SECRET AMISH TOUR

It’s so secret we can’t tell you the culinary details.  But even if you’ve visited a lot, we guarantee you don’t know about these hidden gems!  As we travel the Amish Country Side, discover long forgotten methods of canning, bread baking and dessert making. We will learn how they make those buggies and of course discover what is it like to hob nob with the Amish. Tour will be held on March 28, 2009. The cost of the tour will be at $100/person. All transportation, meals and tours for the day are included. This tour is perfect for the couple that wants to dig deeper into the Amish lifestyle. They will be immersed deep into Lancaster County. This tour is done in conjunction with our friends at the Artist's Inn in Terre Hill.