BETHLEHEM, Pa. — The Philadelphia Eagles are hungry for a Super Bowl victory.
And Lehigh Valley businesses are offering Philly-themed eats ahead of the game in New Orleans, where, on Sunday, the NFC champions are set to face off against the reigning NFL champs, the Kansas City Chiefs.
If you're lounging at home or heading to a watch party on Sunday, here are some suggestions of Super Bowl snacks to sample:
1. Easton Baking Co.
Location: 34 N. Seventh St., Easton
Featured eats: Cheesesteak donuts, player-themed cookies, Eagles tomato pies, cannolis with green sprinkles
Nestled off of Spring Garden Street in Easton is a tiny Italian bakery, co-owned by husband-and-wife duo Eric and Chris Butrym. While their menu offers typical staples such as kiffles, cannolis and ricotta cookies, they're changing it up ahead of the big game with some special menu additions.
Cheesesteak donuts, anyone?
"As soon as they won the conference championship, we put our heads together and came up with a few little specials," Eric Butrym said.
That included the sweet-n'-savory cheesesteak donut, a plain donut hole sliced in half and stuffed with flank steak, sautéed onions and gooey American cheese.
"We were trying to think of things that had the Philly vibe," Butrym said. "And nothing says Philadelphia more than a cheesesteak, right?"
Chris Butrym added, "It's something different. I don't think there's anyone else in the Lehigh Valley doing it.
"It's really nice to be with everybody as they're celebrating this unique event."
The Butryms now are accepting pre-orders for the donuts, along with Eagles tomato pies, green and white cupcakes, donuts and cannolis.
2. OWowCow Creamery
Location: 1262 Simon Blvd., B106, Easton
Featured eats: Ice cream footballs
Even though it's far from ice cream weather, OWowCreamery is getting excited for the Super Bowl, too.
Recently voted thethird-best ice cream store in the countryby USA Today, the Ottsville-based creamery is celebrating the Birds by selling ice cream footballs.
Encased in a dark chocolate shell, each "football" features homemade honey cream ice cream, a fudge core featuring Warwick Farm Brewing’s English Brown Ale and a house-made soft pretzel cookie dough at the bottom.
Pre-orders for the treat were due Feb. 3, but they are available for in-store purchase in all five of OWowCow's locations.
3. Vegan Treats
Location: 1444 Linden St., Bethlehem
Featured eats: Brotherly Shove, ELGSES-themed cakes
For those who are dairy-free, consider stopping by Vegan Treats, a popular outlet for vegan gourmet desserts in Bethlehem.
The shop is known for its detailed, visually appealing treats, and an Eagles Super Bowl appearance is giving owner Danielle Konya even more room to strut her culinary creativity.
Cakes for sale include red-and-yellow-frosted references to Travis Kelce, (for those rooting for Taylor Swift's boyfriend) Kelly Green buttercream confetti cakes, and even one spelling out "E-L-G-S-E-S, EAGLES!"
Wait, that's not how it's spelled.
"When the [Philadelphia] mayor misspelled the iconic E-A-G-L-E-S chant as 'E-L-G-S-E-S,' it was an instant classic," Konya said.
"It immediately became a meme, and honestly, what better way to honor the chaos of Philly sports than by turning it into cake?"
According to Konya, besides the humorous cakes the shop will also be selling "football donuts by the dozens."
Orders can be made via its website or in-store.
4. Josh Early Candies
Location: 4640 Tilghman St., Allentown
Featured eats: Green & White nonpareils, chocolate footballs and chocolate victory cigars
Got a sweet tooth? Josh Early Candies in Allentown has you covered with an assortment of game day chocolates and candies.
"It's always fun when a local team is playing, because people come in and want to add a little something to their parties," co-owner Amy Barnett said.
Their Super Bowl candy assortments include chocolate footballs, (with details so intricate it looks like the real thing) decadent green-and-white nonpareils, and candy cigars to bust out when the Eagles (hopefully) pull out a win.
"Like I said, this isn't a usual Super Bowl, so people have definitely been gravitating toward these products," Barnett said.
The candy store also will give away a basket of Super Bowl goodies on its social media page for one lucky follower.
5. VegOut
Location: 1 E. Church St., Bethlehem
Featured eats: Saquon Mint Oreo Milkshake, Bacon Pub Burger
Another vegan option is VegOut, a vegan comfort food cafe in Bethlehem's Historic District.
Known for its options such as sandwiches, impossible burgers and pierogies, the restaurant will honor the hometown team (and the hometown talent, Saquon Barkley) with two menu offerings.
They include a bacon pub burger, made with impossible bacon, arugula, cheese, craft beer mustard sauce, crispy onions and Grillo’s pickles; and a Saquon Barkley mint Oreo milkshake.
Made with dairy-free milk and cream, the treat is decked out with green sprinkles, Oreo crumble pieces, and stickers with the number 26 decorating the cup.
