Stark Bites: Zoar Village celebrates Pi Day; Hershey's SHE bar; Panera transforms menu
Historic Zoar Village’s bakery to celebrate Pi Day
Historic Zoar Village’s bakery will have pie on the menu for International Pi Day, which is Thursday, March 14. From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., whole pies and single pie slices will be available for purchase and pickup. Last year, more than 100 pies were distributed.
Pi is the mathematical constant of 3.14, which represents the ratio of a circle’s circumference to its diameter. The "holiday" has been recognized since 1988, and was created by Larry Shaw, an employee at Exploratorium, a San Francisco science and technology museum.
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“This celebration is a great experience for visitors to learn about the history of Zoar’s apple orchards and baking heritage in an immersive and tasty way,” said Tammi Shrum, Zoar site director. During the celebration, select museum buildings will be open to the public at no cost.
Zoar Village, founded by German Separatists in 1817, is a designated National Historic Landmark and is on the National Register of Historic Places.
Hershey celebrates Women's History Month with new bar
For the fourth year, Hershey is bringing back its limited edition Hershey's SHE bars. This year, Hershey has highlighted more than 200 adjectives on the iconic chocolate bar that describe the powerful, reliable and brilliant women who surround us.
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"Empowering and advancing women is central to our value of togetherness and a critical component for our long-term success," said Katie DeCapria, brand manager for Hershey. By highlighting SHE in the center of our iconic Hershey's bar, we hope to spark meaningful connections and help people celebrate the women who inspire us and make a difference in our daily lives."
The Hershey's SHE bars are co-created in partnership with Girls on the Run, a U.S.-based nonprofit dedicated to creating a world where every girl knows and activates her limitless potential.
"By investing in Girls on the Run, Hershey's inspires girls everywhere to pave courageous and authentic paths to boldly pursue their dreams," said Elizabeth Kunz, chief executive officer for Girls on the Run International.
Jackson Twp. man marks 1,000th visit to Chick-fil-A
John Carucci, a longtime guest of the Jackson Township Chick-fil-A, has reached a new milestone in his consecutive-day dining streak. He recently enjoyed his 1,000th consecutive day visiting the restaurant.
Carucci started his streak at the Chick-fil-A on Dressler Road NW in Jackson Township in December 2020, soon after his wife died. He quickly found community at the restaurant, where he takes a seat at his usual spot on most days.
In celebration of the latest milestone, Carucci was treated to a trip to Houston by current owner-operator George Rosche and its former operator, Doug Pugh, according to a news release.
The trip included the opportunity to eat at one of the city’s most bustling Chick-fil-A restaurants, a special backstage tour and Chick-fil-A swag.
Carucci also received a video that included a special shoutout from Chick-fil-A CEO Andrew Cathy.
His go-to order remains a chicken sandwich on a multi-grain bun – no pickles – and an unsweetened tea. On Fridays, he adds an order of fries as a special treat.
He plans to continue his streak as long as he can. The chain is closed on Sundays, so his streak runs Monday through Saturday.
Panera announces brand transformation
Panera Bread Company, with locations throughout Stark County, has announced a transformation of its menu that will launch April 4. A company release said the change will return the focus to core Panera items such as soup, salad, sandwiches and mac and cheese.
The updated menu will include more than 20 changes, with nine new menu items and 12 enhanced classics.
The release said the menu also will have changes in portion sizes and some with lower prices.
Officials say the menu will include options costing less than $10.
"We are getting back to Panera at its best with these menu updates that are centered completely on our guests and what they love about us," said Alicia Mowder, senior vice president of product strategy and insights at Panera Bread Company.
Reach Bev at bshaffer@gannett.com or 330-580-8318.
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