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Flour & Stone launches weekend breakfast & lunch service featuring seasonal dishes & local flavor

Posted on by Jules Slater

Content contributed by Flour & Stone.

Pine Grove Mills, PA — April 10, 2025 — Flour & Stone, the cozy and creative companion to Pine Grove Hall, is thrilled to announce the launch of its weekend breakfast and lunch service, now available Saturdays and Sundays from 8 AM to 2 PM. Known for its inviting atmosphere and dedication to local sourcing, the restaurant’s new daytime menu offers comforting, creative dishes to start your weekend right.

“We’ve had a blast putting together a daytime menu that’s full of personality and local flavor,” said owner Liz Grove. “Our team has put a lot of heart into the flow and feel of the daytime service and the quality of the food. We want people to feel welcomed—whether they’re coming in for a quick bite, a weekend brunch with friends, or just coffee and a pastry to start the day.”

Breakfast favorites include:

  • F&S Homemade Baked Oatmeal with white chocolate chips, strawberry jam, and
    smoked salt (v, gf)
  • Farmer’s Plate with fried eggs, fingerling potatoes, sourdough toast, and your choice of
    house-cured bacon or local sausage
  • Avocado Toast with smashed avocado, pickled onions, poached egg, house hot sauce,
    and local herbs (v)
  • Steak & Eggs with top sirloin, red-eye gravy, and seasonal greens
  • Breakfast Fruit Salad with sumac yogurt, citrus, and mint (v)

Lighter bites like the Country Ham Toast, Egg Sandwich with provolone and onion jam, and Buttermilk Pancakes round out the menu, alongside sides, sweets, and an espresso program.

From 11 AM to 2 PM, the lunch menu brings additional items:

  • Italian Beef Sandwich with Grove American roast beef and spicy giardiniera
  • Caprese Panini on Gemelli’s ciabatta with balsamic aioli (v)
  • P.L.T. with house-cured pancetta and roasted garlic aioli on sourdough
  • Chopped Italian Salad with pepperoncini, white beans, and basil vinaigrette (vg)
  • Hand-stretched pizzas like Roasted Mushroom with miso ricotta and arugula (v) and
    Sweet Italian Sausage with stracciatella cheese and herb salad

Dining is available indoors or on the sunny patio (weather permitting), and everything is made to order with attention to detail.

New Hours for Breakfast & Lunch:
Saturdays & Sundays: 8 AM – 2 PM
Dinner Hours: Thursday–Sunday, 5 PM – 9 PM
Website: www.flourandstone.com
Phone: 582-220-2025

Walk-ins are welcome. Reservations are encouraged for larger groups and weekend brunch.

For media inquiries, interviews, or to schedule a visit, contact Liz Grove at
liz@pinegrovehall.com.

Donate Centre County gifts to PA Chamber welcome bags!

Posted on by Jules Slater

Content contributed by the PA Chamber.

The Pennsylvania Chamber of Business and Industry regularly selects different locations across the Commonwealth to host their board of directors meetings. In just a few short weeks, Centre County will have the honor of welcoming this influential group for their next gathering.

To help showcase the vibrant business community and unique local flavor of our region, the Chamber of Business and Industry of Centre County (CBICC) is putting together small welcome bags for the attendees. These bags will feature some of our favorite locally made products as a way to leave a lasting impression and highlight the talent and creativity within Centre County.

The CBICC is inviting local businesses to contribute items to include in these welcome bags. Whether it’s a sample of your product, branded merchandise, or another thoughtful item that represents your business, your donation will help create a warm and memorable experience for our guests from across Pennsylvania.

Businesses interested in participating are encouraged to reach out. Please contact Allison Coccia at acoccia@pachamber.org to coordinate your contribution or to learn more about this opportunity to showcase your brand.

Alloy Kitchen welcomes new owner Tony Caracillo

Posted on by Jules Slater

Bellefonte, PA – April 9, 2025 – Alloy Kitchen, a beloved staple of Bellefonte’s culinary scene, is entering a new chapter as Tony Caracillo officially takes ownership from founder Lori Sabatino. This transition marks an exciting evolution for the restaurant, with Caracillo bringing fresh ideas while honoring the foundation that has made Alloy Kitchen a community favorite.

A State College native and 2012 graduate of State High, Caracillo has built a career as a skilled chef and entrepreneur. He has been instrumental in shaping Alloy Kitchen’s operations and menu, and now, as owner, he plans to expand the restaurant’s reach through off-site catering and partnerships with local businesses.

“Alloy Kitchen has always been about great food and a strong sense of community,” said Caracillo. “I’m excited to build on what Lori started and continue making this a place where people come together over amazing meals.”

Sabatino, who founded Alloy Kitchen with a vision for high-quality, locally inspired cuisine, expressed confidence in Caracillo’s leadership. “Tony has been working side by side with me for the past year helping to drive Alloy Kitchen’s success.” she said.

Over the past year, Caracillo has immersed himself in Alloy Kitchen’s operations, gaining firsthand experience with its culinary vision and daily workflow. Before that, he worked front of house at Titan Hollow as a server and bartender, refining his hospitality skills and strengthening his ties to the local dining community.

With experience at some of Happy Valley’s most popular restaurants and five years in Arizona’s dynamic food scene, Caracillo brings a well-rounded perspective to his new role; combining kitchen expertise with a dedication to outstanding food, service, and a warm, inviting atmosphere for guests.

The transition comes as Alloy Kitchen looks ahead to new opportunities, including new partnerships and enhanced customer experiences. Regulars can expect the same dedication to bold flavors and creative dishes that have defined the restaurant, with Caracillo leading the way. “And don’t worry, I’m not messing with the Fish and Chips.” Caracillo said.

For More Information:

Facebook: 

https://m.facebook.com/100065147995084

Website: https://titanhollow.com/alloy-kitchen/

Media Contact:

Tony Caracillo
Email: cheftonyray@gmail.com
Phone: (814) 380-9994
Alloy Kitchen

Penn Highlands Healthcare teams up with Pittsburgh Pirates to honor healthcare workers

Posted on by Jules Slater
Content contributed by Penn Highlands Healthcare.

Penn Highlands Healthcare is teaming up with the Pittsburgh Pirates to honor healthcare workers and provide a special ticket package for the community. When the team plays the Atlanta Braves May 9-11, 2025 — Mother’s Day weekend – they are celebrating healthcare workers with a new appreciation package that includes:

Anyone in the community – healthcare workers and non-healthcare workers — can purchase individual tickets to the May 9-11, 2025 games using the special link. In order to receive the package pricing and items, the tickets must be purchased through the link.

For groups of 10 or more, tickets are as low as $34 each. To purchase group tickets, contact Nick Ramsey at 412-325-4938 or Nick.Ramsey@Pirates.com.

If you have questions, contact rcpasternak@phhealthcare.org.

Plan to cheer on the Pirates and help raise funds for Penn Highlands Healthcare from the tickets sold.

Celebrating Growth: Four Ribbon Cuttings Mark a Strong Start to April

Posted on by Jules Slater

April 7, 2025

By CBICC Staff

Last week, the CBICC celebrated four ribbon cuttings in State College. Each time we cut a ribbon for a new or growing business in our region, we are reminded of strong economic growth, entrepreneurial spirit, and dedication to community service in Centre County. These events do more than mark the opening of a door or the cutting of a ribbon; they represent the hard work, investment, and vision of CBICC members who are helping build a stronger Centre County.

On April 2, we began the day with CPVETS, who celebrated the completion of their new veterinary emergency clinic at 100 Oakwood Avenue. This state-of-the-art facility expands access to critical care for our community’s pets, and we were proud to recognize the team’s commitment to excellence in animal health and education.

That same evening, Stocker cut the ribbon on their brand-new collision center at 172 Premiere Drive. This facility strengthens Stocker’s long-standing presence in our region’s auto service industry and continues their tradition of quality care and customer service.

On April 3, Buffalo Wild Wings celebrated the recent opening of their new location at 134 S Garner Street. With their signature menu and sports-centered atmosphere, this new spot is sure to become a go-to destination for locals and visitors alike.

And to wrap up the week on April 4, Town Pride State College kicked off their grand opening weekend with a ribbon cutting at their new franchise location at 240 E Calder Way. Town Pride offers a wide array of gear and goods that celebrate the State College community.

Ribbon cuttings for new and growing businesses signal a healthy and growing local economy, and we are proud to help bring attention to our members’ accomplishments.

If your business is planning a grand opening, expansion, renovation, or milestone celebration, we’d love to celebrate with you! Reach out to the CBICC team to schedule your ribbon cutting and let us help share your success with the community.