Local Goodness: Maple Syrup Season is Here

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Grades of maple syrup can range from light to dark coloring, which dictates the strength of the maple flavor.

When one thinks of pure maple syrup, Vermont often comes to mind. However, Pennsylvania's maple season is also highly anticipated for those with a sweet tooth. Our local food contributor Rhonda Schuldt shares some maple syrup cooking tips and talks about the abundance of local festivals.

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Rhonda Schuldt is our local food contributor, she writes for LocalGoodness.com

Celebrate Maple Season at a local festival:

March 16 & 17 - 10th Annual NW Pennsylvania Maple Association Taste & Tour Weekend in the Erie area 

March 16, 17, 20-24 - 66th Annual PA Maple Festival in Somerset, PA 

April 6 & 7 - The Beaver County Maple Syrup Festival at Brady's Run Park in Beaver, PA

View Local Goodness Maple Recipes and Ideas:

Maple Cooking Tips

Fun with Maple Sap