Left: Michelle Lowe of New York, along with her three children, Liam, Colin and Evangelina, celebrate the grand opening May 9 of The Bacon Strip, 18 N. Second St., Coplay. On the far right is Gia Giampapa, of Bethlehem, and Alex Heron, of Allentown, whose parents are friends with the restaurant owners.

Right: Emily Alkhal and Ruben Santiago, owners of The Bacon Strip, prepare food for those attending the grand opening celebration.