Pit Stop Blondies

The road trip to Lynchburg was almost worthless in taking if I did not go to Sheetz first. Sheetz is a fan favorite amongst my college friends where we could always either pit stop during a road trip, to try to sober up after partying, or to wake up to finish our homework.

This Pennsylvania modernized “kwik shop” harbors a list of feasting favorites such as the chicken salad sandwich on a pretzel bun, flavorful coffees, and breakfast pastries. However, Sheetz has only one thing that I made sure I purchased no matter how many times I went, Smoothie Blondies from Boyer Candy Company in Altoona, PA.

These rich, butterscotch covered, peanut butter filled cups of mouth watering delight always accompanied me while I studied every hour, on the hour. They include their own version of “play money” inside each package to collect and earn merchandise. No matter how much play money I have collected, I do not think I will ever earn enough of it to be able to purchase anything.

Smoothies are not the only nostalgic gem on their confectionery menu. They also have my mother’s personal favorite, Mallo Cup, and the Triple Twist Pretzel.  The website is filled with not only their play money online shop but also a library’s worth of recipes to use with all of their brands.

Boyer Homepage

PS: As promised, I would show a highlight of Negroni Week back in June. Well, here you go! This beauty is brought to you by Compass Rose off of 14th Street on U Street Corridor. The cocktail alone was unequal parts, but I know everyone prefers their Negroni a little bit differently (I like equal parts Gin, Campari and Sweet Vermouth). Regardless, it was definitely refreshing, and you must check Compass Rose out if you have not done so already. The food alone will take you around the world in one visit. 

Compass Rose

1346 T Street NW

Washington, DC 20009

202.506.4765

Negroni Week

The Negroni. One of the few cocktails I have enjoyed for years. It is the cocktail that made me fall in love with various spirits that I used to despise, Campari and Gin. Now, I am amazed to even think I did not enjoy these flavors when I was younger. Just more proof that as one becomes older and wiser, so becomes one's palate.

I happen to admire this cocktail so much that I shared my respect for it last year in a previous post .  Therefore, you cannot be too surprised to know how excited I am that Imbibe and Campari are teaming up on June 2nd for Negroni Week, a Drink for a Cause. Participating locations will be promoting the classic cocktail, and a portion of the earnings will go to a charity of choice. Everything from the vintage recipe to the modernist creation will be to your savoring, depending on the location you plan to go to.

Since I live in DC, I plan to tour around the participating locations in the area. So check the event's website out to see which bars and restaurants are celebrating the one and only Negroni in your area. I will share some of my favorites and not so favorites so stay tuned.