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How long does Bologna Last?

Lebanon bologna, which originated in Lebanon, PA, is especially well-received in this area. But what most people think of is deli bologna, bought sliced at the grocery store. How long does bologna last? ...

How long does ham last?

Millions of homes will celebrate Easter with a delicious ham as the main entrée of their holiday meal. How long will ham last in the freezer or refrigerator? ...

What's the difference between scrapple and pudding?

We often get asked the question: what is the difference between scrapple and pudding?Both scrapple and pudding have similar ingredients. But there are crucial differences...

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An Amish Christmas

How do the Amish celebrate Christmas? For the Amish, Christmas is time for family and for faith. Read more...

Vanilla Pie: A Traditional Amish Wedding Dessert

Continuing with our theme of Amish Weddings, we talk about the deliciousness that is Vanilla Pie, a unique Amish dessert that you have to try! Read more...

The Big Valley Difference

What makes our Big Valley line so special? We break it down for you here. Read more...

What is Cup Cheese?

A lot of folks in Lancaster Country enjoy Cup Cheese. But what exactly is this unique item? Read more...

Who are the Pennsylvania Dutch?

Just who are the Pennsylvania Dutch? Are they the same as the Amish? We break it down here! Read more...

Shoofly Pie: An Authentic Pennsylvania Dutch Delight

Shoofly pie is a beloved dessert that has its roots in the Pennsylvania Dutch culture. This sweet treat has been enjoyed for generations and is a staple at many Amish... Read more...

In praise of the UPAN!

At Stoltzfus Meats, we are big fans of the versatile UPAN. Check out today's post for another idea for what you can do with a UPAN! Many thanks to George... Read more...

Happy Fastnacht Day!

What is Fastnacht Day? What is a Fastnacht anyway? These are common questions for those unfamiliar with this PA Dutch custom. Fastnacht has its origins in German-speaking regions of Europe... Read more...

What is the Difference Between Scrapple and Pudding?

We often get asked the question: what is the difference between scrapple and pudding? It's a great question! Both scrapple and pudding have similar ingredients. But there are crucial differences... Read more...

Sweet as Pie

The first day of fall means we’re gearing up for all things pumpkin! You won’t hear a complaint about that around here. At Stoltzfus Meats, we love our pumpkin treats:... Read more...

Life in Lancaster: Fall Activities

With the beginning of September, we can’t help but think about fall and all the fun activities and experiences that the season holds! For today’s Life in Lancaster post, we... Read more...

Life in Lancaster: Peach Orchards

One of our favorite parts of living in Lancaster County is the bounty of local produce that is available. And from August to the beginning of September – it’s peach... Read more...

Shoofly Pie - A PA Dutch American Delicacy

Shoofly pie is a traditional molasses-based pie with a crumb topping. There's nothing quite like a delicious slice of shoofly pie, and no better way to conjure up the taste... Read more...

Life in Lancaster County: Summer Sights

We know that Lancaster County is a major tourist destination and attracts many out-of-town visits each year. As a business that is owned by a Lancaster County native and whose... Read more...

In Praise of Bologna

What is Bologna? Where did it come from? At Stoltzfus Meats we love bologna so much we’ve dedicated ourselves to bringing our customers the very finest bologna available. Read on... Read more...

A group of market employees ready for the work day at Stoltzfus Meats of New Castle

Meat & Greet: Anna

Each month we get so excited to introduce you to one of our incredible Stoltzfus Meats employees and this month is certainly no different! Anna has been with Stoltzfus Meats... Read more...

Life in Lancaster County: Amish Weddings

The traditions embedded in Amish weddings are interesting and very different from what "English people" (which is what our friends in the Amish community refer to the rest of us... Read more...

History of Intercourse, PA

As a family business who operates two locations and has deep family roots in or near Intercourse, PA, we thought it would be neat to look at the rich culture... Read more...

The History of Hospitality

Hospitality plays a crucial role in the values and foundation of Stoltzfus Meats as a company. Read more...

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