{"id":408588,"date":"2025-11-27T15:19:19","date_gmt":"2025-11-27T15:19:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/408588\/"},"modified":"2025-11-27T15:19:19","modified_gmt":"2025-11-27T15:19:19","slug":"from-food-to-drink-its-easy-to-get-immersed-in-the-holidays-thereporteronline","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/408588\/","title":{"rendered":"From food to drink, it\u2019s easy to get immersed in the holidays \u2013 thereporteronline"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Can\u2019t get enough of the sights and sounds? Restaurants and bars in the region have you covered.<\/p>\n<p>Craftsman Row Saloon\u2019s Miracle on 8th Street Holiday Wonderland Christmas Pop-up, 112 S. Eighth St., Philadelphia, has again transformed the entire space into an elf\u2019s dream.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cEvery inch of Craftsman Row is absolutely glowing with thousands of shimmering lights, dazzling displays, and whimsical holiday d\u00e9cor, transforming the space into a true Holiday Wonderland,\u201d said owner Vasiliki Tsiouris. \u201cGuests can enjoy creative holiday cocktails, extravagant milkshakes, and indulgent burgers, making it a must-visit for travelers and locals seeking the ultimate seasonal experience. Whether you\u2019re chasing the magic of the holidays or simply craving something merry and bright, \u2018Miracle on 8th Street\u2019 delivers a uniquely joyful celebration that\u2019s pure Christmas magic.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The nationally recognized restaurant uses thousands of lights, garland, ornaments and now has four over-the-top holiday milkshakes.<\/p>\n<p>Diners can enjoy Pumpkin\u2019 to Talk About (pumpkin ice cream, festive pretzel stick, slice of pumpkin pie, holiday sprinkles), All I Want for Christmas (vanilla ice cream, egg nog, crushed gingerbread cookie, holiday decorated cookie, lollipop, green and red sour strip), Santa\u2019s Cookies and Mint to Be Merry.<\/p>\n<p>The special decor and menus will run through Jan. 2026. Craftsman Row is open seven days a week. Check <a href=\"https:\/\/www.craftsmanrowsaloon.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">www.craftsmanrowsaloon.com<\/a> for more information and reservations.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe love to see the joy on people\u2019s faces when they experience what we have put together in both decorations and the menu items,\u201d said owner George Tsiouris. \u201cWe are very excited to offer this pop-up again to our guests. Christmas holds a special place for our family and it\u2019s so great to bring this pop up together another year with the whole family team.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>A new Santa\u2019s Letters Mailbox greets guests at the entrance, brimming with heartfelt-written envelopes from children and grown-ups alike.<\/p>\n<p>Toward the back of the restaurant, a colorful pile of wrapped presents completes the North Pole scene, while above the bar, a whimsical 70-foot train track suspends along the ceiling, adding a nostalgic touch reminiscent of cozy holiday nights spent surrounded by love and laughter.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazyautosizes lazyload\" alt=\"The Jingle Bar at Harry's Bar and Grille brings the holidays with an ocean view in Cape May. (COURTESY OF MADISON RESORTS)\" width=\"2000\" height=\"353\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/1764256757_874_harrys.jpg\" data-attachment-id=\"1587213\" \/>The Jingle Bar at Harry&#8217;s Bar and Grille brings the holidays with an ocean view in Cape May. (COURTESY OF MADISON RESORTS)<br \/>\nHarry\u2019s Bar and Grille<\/p>\n<p>Need your holidays with an ocean view? Head south to Cape May where Harry\u2019s Bar and Grille has turned itself into the Jingle Bar.<\/p>\n<p>Harry\u2019s has become a cozy winter escape brimming with holiday cheer, twinkling lights, and a lineup of special events that will fill the Grinch with holiday spirit.<\/p>\n<p>This year\u2019s Jingle Bar at Harry\u2019s has an expanded schedule, longer hours, an expanded cocktail menu, themed d\u00e9cor rooftop firepits overlooking the ocean with smore\u2019s kits and a special outdoor fire pit menu.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cFollowing our biggest Boo Bar ever for Halloween, Harry\u2019s and Madison Resorts is proud to bring back our biggest Jingle Bar yet,\u201d said Dan Alicea, president of Madison Resorts. \u201cOur team puts their heart, soul and personal touches on these holiday pop-ups and are dedicated to providing steady employment throughout the holiday season. We\u2019re thrilled to bring another year of memorable experiences to families, friends, and the Cape May community. If you haven\u2019t been to Christmas in Cape May, you are missing out. It is one of the cutest holiday towns in America.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>For more information, head to <a href=\"https:\/\/harryscapemay.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/harryscapemay.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazyautosizes lazyload\" alt=\"Renault Winery's Vintner Wonderland is like walking straight into a Hallmark movie. (COURTESY OF RENAULT WINERY &amp; RESORT)\" width=\"2616\" height=\"353\" data- src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/1764256759_511_winery.jpg\" data-attachment-id=\"1587214\" \/>Renault Winery&#8217;s Vintner Wonderland is like walking straight into a Hallmark movie. (COURTESY OF RENAULT WINERY &amp; RESORT)<br \/>\nVintner Wonderland<\/p>\n<p>If just eating and drinking in a winter wonderland seems a little tame, then Renault Winery\u2019s Vintner Wonderland is the perfect place. The grounds of the historic winery is transformed into a European village complete with all the holiday traditions.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cVintner Wonderland continues to be a place where friends and families can connect and make unforgettable holiday memories. This year, we\u2019ve expanded our offerings to make the season even more magical,\u201d said Josh McCallen, manager of Renault Winery &amp; Resort. \u201cLook for even more holiday vibes and things to do. Bring your special someone for a romantic date night or bring the entire family out and make a new holiday tradition.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Guests are invited to gather outdoors around cozy fire pits, dine inside wintery igloos, sip hot spiced wine, indulge in decadent over-the-top hot chocolate and enjoy sweets and treats.<\/p>\n<p>Highlights this year include the Vintner Ice Skating Rink, Vintner Village, the Vintner Barrel Train, the unique Vintner Wonderland Barrel Tree, Cookies and Cocktails, Festival of Trees, Rudolphi Run Cookie Decorating Classes and so much more.<\/p>\n<p>Family fun will include Breakfast with Santa, Stories with Santa, crafts and activities, face painting, family skate nights and more. Plus watch for the return of Grinch\u2019s Lair Pop-Up Holiday Bar, Santa\u2019s Workshop, Louie\u2019s Lounge Wine Bar, Buddy\u2019s Sweet Shoppe and other surprises.<\/p>\n<p>Head to <a href=\"https:\/\/renaultwinery.com\/vintner-wonderland-2025\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/renaultwinery.com\/vintner-wonderland-2025<\/a>\u00a0for more information.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Can\u2019t get enough of the sights and sounds? Restaurants and bars in the region have you covered. 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