This 1938 photograph captures the Charles Yanonis Cafe on West Coal Street in Shenandoah, PA. Yanonis, a Lithuanian immigrant who once worked in the coal mines, opened the cafe at his home in 1922 and ran it for decades. Read the Full Story.
In the summer of 1838, John Silver’s restaurant in Pottsville’s Pennsylvania Hall advertised a menu featuring fresh seafood, meats, and imported wines. Located on Centre Street, the refectory offered a taste of refinement in the booming coal town, catering to travelers and locals alike. Read the full story.
In 1964, the West Schuylkill Herald featured Mrs. Mione’s classic Italian lasagna recipe, a staple at her family’s table in Tower City, PA. Decades later, Mione’s Pizza remains a beloved local institution, still serving up flavors rooted in tradition. Read the full story and recipe.
Photographer Sheldon Dick stepped into a Shenandoah barroom in 1938 and captured memorable images of life in the Coal Region.