The Happy Valley Adventure Bureau (HVAB) and the Chamber of Business & Industry of Centre County (CBICC) announced a new initiative to support local farmers and agritourism destinations with the launch of the Fresh from the Field digital passport trail.

Much of downtown State College’s charm is owing to its historic buildings and community institutions, such as Harpers, The Corner Room, The Tavern, and the Shandygaff. While these standbys have sustained local retail, food, and drink needs for decades, the downtown region is alive, growing, and thriving — constantly attracting new shops and restaurants and inspiring events that make revisiting the business district a regular, must-do activity.

Whether you are celebrating Valentine's Day, Galentine's Day, or simply want to express your love for those you hold dear, Tait Farm collections are delicious gifts of good taste. Choose from our Taste of Happy Valley or Gifts from the Land box motifs (pictured above), with or without a red ribbon. Order now and set your preferred shipment date.

Thanksgiving is less than a week away. Tait Farm Foods festive and crowd-pleasing brie appetizers ideas are easy and delicious. No matter if you prefer sweet or savory, they have countless ways to top one, two, or a few to satisfy every taste. Each one can be served warm from the oven or at room temperature. Bon AppeTait!

Are you looking for new gift ideas for the person who has everything? You can make the holidays extra special with locally crafted and produced gifts, and unique experiences. The destinations of Happy Valley Agventures offer plenty of inspiration for memorable ideas that will make lasting impressions on the special people in your life.

Pine Grove Hall is cool, chic and totally unexpected. If you’re a Penn State grad who loves football weekends, summer festivals and any time of year in your favorite college town, you probably think you’ve been to all the places, old and new. But if you haven’t been to Pine Grove Hall, you’re missing out on one of the best experiences Happy Valley has to offer.

A local favorite since 1827, the Hublersburg Inn serves spirited American cuisine in a unique, historic atmosphere. Sourcing many ingredients locally, the Inn offers seasonal menus, creative cocktails, and local craft beer and was voted Best Sunday Brunch and Best Bloody Mary.

Enjoying Happy Valley’s farm-fresh ice cream is a great way to cool off with a sweet treat (or two) when the summer heat kicks in. Check it these delicious options.

Though Happy Valley offers a magnificent variety of quality brick-and-mortar dining experiences, food trucks and farmer’s markets also have a place in providing quality, locally sourced options. In fact, these options have expanded dramatically over the last few years. With a wide variety of local produce and meats, food trucks and farmers markets provide residents and visitors with outdoor alternatives in Centre County.