BEHIND The Scenes of a Mennonite Country Store: Come Along With Us for a REAL Treat.

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  • Behind The Scenes of a Mennonite Country Store:
    My son Jacob and myself went to visit the “The Dutch Treat” a Mennonite country store located in Rose Hill Virginia.
    I met Leon and Lena Graber the owners of The Dutch Treat at a festival a few weeks ago and ask if I could come document their country store and they said come on. Come see what goes on behind the scenes of a mennonite sandwich shop and bakery.
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    The Dutch Treat
    133 Deroyal Industries Rd.
    Rose Hill, VA 24281
    #mennonite #theappalachianchannel #generalstore #countrystore
    #amish #generalstore #appalachiantrail #appalachianmountains #appalachian #amishfurniture #mennonitemom
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  • @biffboffo
    @biffboffo ปีที่แล้ว +548

    As a professional chef, right away I noticed how immaculate the kitchen is. The floors will tell you everything you need to know about a place.

    • @theappalachianchannel
      @theappalachianchannel  ปีที่แล้ว +32

      Yes a very clean place indeed! Thanks for watching

    • @letrishas.3290
      @letrishas.3290 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      Lol...I use to help with procurement in a commercial kitchen and that was the first thing I noticed. The kitchen is well kept.

    • @jame2182
      @jame2182 ปีที่แล้ว

      Correct analysis.
      PUBLIC KITCHEN
      PRIVATE KITCHEN
      you can't fake clean
      AND YOU CAN'T HIDE DIRTY

    • @outdoorlifemaine6691
      @outdoorlifemaine6691 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I'm not a professional chef but I worked with shaft for more than 10 years along with Bakery chefs and you are 100% correct

    • @MTknitter22
      @MTknitter22 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Yes!! I have always thought same. The FLOORS tell you how clean a place is most importantly, a kitchen.

  • @ladev91
    @ladev91 ปีที่แล้ว +157

    I love that there are still traditional communities like this in America.

    • @theappalachianchannel
      @theappalachianchannel  ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Thanks for watching

    • @TheOnlySaneAmerican
      @TheOnlySaneAmerican 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +12

      Untainted by the insanity of progressivism.

    • @Katobitch
      @Katobitch 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Me too

    • @cassandra2968
      @cassandra2968 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Define "traditional". Do you mean by the way they dress (at least the women)? Cause whenever I hear "traditional" it's 1950's-esque "women shouldn't work" type of thing. But these women are working and seem content. It's just a question. I've been to Amish country and, as a New Yorker, it was weird and interesting at the same time...weird in a good way cause their food was amazing at a Dutch restaurant I went to. I even saw Amish women walk into a Dress Barn and I was just staring so hard cause I've never seen women dressed like they do.

    • @twistedpixel2558
      @twistedpixel2558 13 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@cassandra2968 Traditional in values, morals, ethics, and religion. Conservative women have never 'not worked', quite the contrary. They don't generally work jobs out in general public, earning the bread that goes on the table, but their day generally starts earlier and ends later than anyone else in the house. All the housework, clothes, cleaning, cooking, shopping, making/mending/buying clothes, and all the other daily goings on are the responsibility of the ladies of the house. The men earn the money, run the farm, business, saw mill, whatever line of work they're in. Most all Amish and Mennonite people are fairly self sufficient, they can mend, make, build, or do most things for themselves. Many women and men of conservative Christianity do work for other members of their church, but working in the general public is usually avoided, mostly because there isn't a need or desire to. Some Mennonite men will work regular jobs as younger men, but eventually most of them end up in a business for themselves, either farming, carpentry, logging, or running a small country store.

  • @snapfinger1
    @snapfinger1 ปีที่แล้ว +81

    No doubts about the cleanliness, quality & honesty of a business like this.

    • @Sweetrottenapple
      @Sweetrottenapple หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Here in Europe we call this quality shops like Gourmet shops. Amazing products! The owner should be really proud. I'd definitely be a regular costumer ❤

  • @lavettamoff7883
    @lavettamoff7883 ปีที่แล้ว +192

    I am from Ohio,and always loved our Amish,and Mennonites.They have a very strong work ethic.We could use a lot more of that in the US.

    • @bonnieikamas1201
      @bonnieikamas1201 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      I live in an Amish area and have some truly awesome Amish friends! There are also a number of similar stores here. Grateful for this post!❤

    • @Pagangirl8
      @Pagangirl8 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      ​@@bonnieikamas1201I have a huge crush on an Amish boy in my area named Elias. He's a tall glass of milk with light blue eyes and dark hair.

  • @Castleknight
    @Castleknight ปีที่แล้ว +596

    Nice and clean, organized store run by people with a strong work ethic.

  • @tkyap2524
    @tkyap2524 ปีที่แล้ว +706

    A country store that has a heart is actually doing community service. Such businesses deserve respect.

    • @theappalachianchannel
      @theappalachianchannel  ปีที่แล้ว +15

      www.thedutchtreat.biz/

    • @Frauenhaus
      @Frauenhaus ปีที่แล้ว +1

      This is not about picking fruit and veg.

    • @wingedbull1257
      @wingedbull1257 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Exactly 100%

    • @Pagangirl8
      @Pagangirl8 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      ​@@Frauenhaus And no one said it was. Tf

    • @petemangrum6015
      @petemangrum6015 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      What they deserve is our business.

  • @qzetu
    @qzetu ปีที่แล้ว +124

    Can't do it without Erma. Can't replace someone like her. Loyal, hardworking, and kind.

  • @qwnhoward4880
    @qwnhoward4880 ปีที่แล้ว +74

    That store is so clean and organized. I am impressed! That's the kind of smaller store I enjoy spending my money in.

    • @theappalachianchannel
      @theappalachianchannel  ปีที่แล้ว +3

      It really is!

    • @johnkelly9451
      @johnkelly9451 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yes, sparkling, I noticed the bottoms of the stacked sauce pans were not burnt. They sparkle unlike mine. When you use them, that's what happens until you can take a day to get all of that off. Yes, impressive in every way.

  • @thaddaeusgingerich2201
    @thaddaeusgingerich2201 ปีที่แล้ว +412

    My mom has worked here for around 10 years. She loves it. Love stopping in whenever I come visit. Every time I do it seems like they have expanded or added something new. They are doing a great job.

    • @thereissomecoolstuff
      @thereissomecoolstuff ปีที่แล้ว +35

      You can tell it's a great family style business. There aren't very many people in the city that get to share this experience.

    • @theappalachianchannel
      @theappalachianchannel  ปีที่แล้ว +21

      Thanks that’s awesome

    • @walterwhite5674
      @walterwhite5674 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      As a city boy I appreciate these towns and people. Much respect to you all.

    • @elizabethkoobs1060
      @elizabethkoobs1060 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      As a city girl, I agree with Walter!❤️

    • @andrewlemerond4374
      @andrewlemerond4374 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Do you know if they ship products nationwide?

  • @haroldcromack1065
    @haroldcromack1065 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    Every town should have a store like this👏✨️✌️🇺🇲

  • @cknorris3644
    @cknorris3644 ปีที่แล้ว +56

    I did a lot of work in Amish and Mennonite communities when I was younger. Always thought their lifestyle looked unbearable. Now as I get older it make more sense and is starting to look attractive. Huge admiration to them for holding onto their ways and beliefs in a country where that's not so easy to do.

    • @theappalachianchannel
      @theappalachianchannel  ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Thanks for watching and your comment

    • @robinabernathy2829
      @robinabernathy2829 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      From the outside looking in it does. If you tried living this lifestyle in one of these communities you wouldn't last a few days though.

    • @Research0digo
      @Research0digo 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You must have been around old order Mennonites.

  • @biffboffo
    @biffboffo ปีที่แล้ว +82

    Erma's economy of movement is fantastic to watch. Much respect to her, she is a true professional, and clearly the backbone of the prepared foods operations. She is pure gold.

    • @theappalachianchannel
      @theappalachianchannel  ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Thanks so much for the comment! What state do you watch my videos from?

    • @biffboffo
      @biffboffo ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@theappalachianchannel California

  • @gregorylewis8471
    @gregorylewis8471 ปีที่แล้ว +175

    What beautiful people! If only the rest of the world could be that way.

    • @theappalachianchannel
      @theappalachianchannel  ปีที่แล้ว +13

      They are wonderful people

    • @Cindy75K
      @Cindy75K ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Friendly smiles, hard working ladies. I love watching about the Amish and Mennonite's but being keto I couldn't eat most of what they make as it is unhealthy still with all the carbs and sugar.

    • @billyyank5807
      @billyyank5807 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Wonderful people sure. But I prefer the more individuality of humans. I wouldn't want everyone alike, how boring. Nothing against these people, I just prefer more diversity.
      Why grow one type of flower when you can grow 5 different kinds? Variety is best. Groups mixed in amongst others is fine. They all work together. That's just my opinion. Yup,and you didn't ask for it,well you got it anyway lol.

    • @Eargesplitten-Loudenboomer
      @Eargesplitten-Loudenboomer ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@billyyank5807 okay I guess?

  • @godschildyes
    @godschildyes ปีที่แล้ว +214

    I'm so glad that this family Mennonite Country Store is going to go on nice and strong for another generation! It doesn't get any better than generationally family ran businesses! Thank you so much for the treat! My daughter and I really enjoyed this! Love the Mennonites!

  • @stephaniemcpherson2558
    @stephaniemcpherson2558 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +17

    Mrs. Raber reminds me of my great granny. We were not Mennonite but what is often called “holiness” or southern Assembly of God which is similar in traditions. Women did not wear pants, cut their hair, wear makeup and were proud homemakers & mothers who were valued for their talents in sewing, cooking, canning/gardening, natural remedies etc… I remember standing in a chair to reach the stove & top shelves when cooking. It was a blessing! My skills & work are STILL highly valued by my family. My husband thanks me daily for being such a “good wife” and I owe most of it to my early childhood 🙌🏼❤🙂 If we ever travel up that way, we will surely drop by for some great food & friendly smiles.

  • @greentree180
    @greentree180 ปีที่แล้ว +98

    Your community is so blessed to have a wholesome store like this.

  • @elisabethann411
    @elisabethann411 ปีที่แล้ว +175

    Oh my goodness... the 80 year old grandfather is so awesome!He had so much to say! I love hearing older people's stories... especially those who are successful but humble. Something really really special about that.

    • @theappalachianchannel
      @theappalachianchannel  ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Thanks for watching and thanks for the comment

    • @daltonschannel8405
      @daltonschannel8405 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      AGREE!! Great post!!

    • @LoriThomas-yk7tc
      @LoriThomas-yk7tc 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      You can tell that they like what they do and are good at it 💕🥰

  • @juniorhensley3983
    @juniorhensley3983 ปีที่แล้ว +185

    This is why I have so much respect for the Amish as well as the Mininites. Good hard working and clean people who puts a lot of pride in everything they seem to do

    • @williamengland6119
      @williamengland6119 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I totally agree with you. Great people!

    • @AbuHajarAlBugatti
      @AbuHajarAlBugatti ปีที่แล้ว

      That’s what happens when you take the bible seriously. Something the modern godless west forgot, thats why anything is decaying

  • @tommyandrews4992
    @tommyandrews4992 ปีที่แล้ว +118

    We support all of our Mennonite local stores in Kentucky! Best tasting food I ever had! So kind these folks are as well!

    • @theappalachianchannel
      @theappalachianchannel  ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Thanks for watching

    • @RiverRat1953
      @RiverRat1953 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      We have a old time Mennonite store in my town in rural NE PA. They get a lot of my money.

    • @SheriLynNut
      @SheriLynNut ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Manchester Bakery in Clay County is incredible! I miss it so much!

  • @arlenemiller8766
    @arlenemiller8766 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +14

    My best friend died suddenly 5 years ago this month. I have friends at church, but not like her. We made donuts for fashnact day every February, helped each other with sweet corn every summer, and baked cookies every Christmas time. Our families would get together to play games on Sunday evenings. But since her children all got married and she died, I am just having a hard time finding someone to really open up to like we did with each other. I am praying that soon I find someone. This has been a tough year as my mother-in-law passed away and 2 weeks later my sister died in PA (where I was originally from). Pray for me that I can soon find that circle of friends that I can open up to. Thanks for your words of encouragement.

    • @TeresaCatherine-wi9co
      @TeresaCatherine-wi9co หลายเดือนก่อน

      Give all your cares to Jesus and he will answer you. I hope you soon find a friend to relate to. I'm sorry you lost your friend...sounds like she was a wonderful person. Prayers for you are being said.

    • @RichardMizenko
      @RichardMizenko 28 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Jesus is always ready for a conversation and loves you dearly. ❤

  • @madmikemackas
    @madmikemackas 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +18

    I’ve worked in the restaurant industry for 20+ years. This kitchen is clean, organized, and has a rhythm. I’m sure they pump out quality food because I can see they are doing it right.

    • @ellenwitt1541
      @ellenwitt1541 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Ok vg
      Enjoy their stay
      Pass on our greetings!!

  • @srvntlilly
    @srvntlilly ปีที่แล้ว +59

    I live in MO., Amish and Mennonite central. They have communities all over the state, and they all have their country stores. They're just like this store, clean,full of natural, homemade, and locally made products, unusual things that you're not going to find anywhere else. And they're the sweetest people you're ever gonna meet. It's always a treat whenever I'm able to visit them. In fact my daughter and I actual do an Amish store run, where we stop at every Amish store in the community, because they all have different wonderful things to offer. I love the Amish and Mennonites.

    • @theappalachianchannel
      @theappalachianchannel  ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Well, please,check out their website! Here is the Website to visit or place an order! www.thedutchtreat.biz/

    • @Frauenhaus
      @Frauenhaus ปีที่แล้ว +1

      But they have to cover their hair.

    • @mkwy8782
      @mkwy8782 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Very few of us in MO.

  • @DreamQueenScream
    @DreamQueenScream ปีที่แล้ว +60

    Erma has the skills to pay the bills! She’s a talented baker and so FAST 🎉❤ I’m absolutely amazed at the selection

  • @ellenviveiros9359
    @ellenviveiros9359 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

    Leon comes across as such a good man to work with/for! God Bless all of them.

  • @phyllisanngodfrey6137
    @phyllisanngodfrey6137 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    I live in Lancaster, PA. and have access to many fine Mennonite grocery and general stores. It’s a blessing to the customers as well as the proprietors. Many also offer all kinds of incentives (punch cards,etc) to incentivize customers to keep coming. Being able to buy a wide variety of staples in bulk is also great 👍🏻. Always closed on Sunday 👍🏻

    • @AbuHajarAlBugatti
      @AbuHajarAlBugatti ปีที่แล้ว

      If I had such stores near me i would mostly only go to them except for snacks like chips and frozen pizzas of course lol

    • @susanengel-ix8bl
      @susanengel-ix8bl 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Yeah, I was born there and their food is delicious 😋🥨

    • @kenmartin6597
      @kenmartin6597 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      My grandmother's family were Mennonite and my 6th Great Grandfather is on the 1729 petition to form Lancaster County. I would love to find a recipe for my grandma's chicken and noodles (homemade noodles) we always had every supper as a side dish.

  • @missyk1477
    @missyk1477 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    I love the mennonite and amish communities. Strong family. Strong faith. Strong work ethic. We need more of that! Born and raised in PA in the heart of PA Dutch country. Moved to TN a few years ago, and gosh I sure miss the dutch food!!

  • @ReavivarVida
    @ReavivarVida 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    I'm from Rio de Janeiro Brazil, your kitchen is very clean and organized, I loved everything, the recipes look like dé, God be praised in this place, may the peace of God that exceeds all understanding.

  • @kevinknight470
    @kevinknight470 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    Ethics, commitment, dedication, those Ladies rock, they are an integral part of that business, God bless them all. Good video, thanx. 😃

  • @souledout3791
    @souledout3791 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    There is a Mennonite store in our community (up in the mountains of Virginia.). Always clean and welcoming. Their sour dough bread is INCREDIBLE. Best EVER.

  • @followertheleader
    @followertheleader ปีที่แล้ว +63

    The amount of different things they produce speaks wonders about the amount of skills they have.

  • @jamesbraniff7834
    @jamesbraniff7834 ปีที่แล้ว +92

    It’s wonderful to see that there are still great people in this world.

  • @janicebull9283
    @janicebull9283 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Wish we had something like this in the UK ENGLAND 🇬🇧 Home made products and such nice people .Everything is so clean and organised and the people are so hard working and polite. Respect these people 👏 💯

  • @robertgortoniii9583
    @robertgortoniii9583 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Love these types of stores. Wish more of them would open up. They are old fashion stores with old fashion charm.

    • @Katobitch
      @Katobitch 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      U don't have local amish stores? Dutch country

  • @joyofflipping2405
    @joyofflipping2405 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    It's so refreshing to hear Grandpa say, "I told him to get whatever he needs to get himself set up with computers". That's awesome, and so open minded! I'm from Mennonite country in PA and they are terrific business men and women.

  • @bloodsling
    @bloodsling ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Mennonites know their way around a kitchen,had the pleasure of spending some time with a family and members of the community out in Saskatchewan 20+ years ago. Best donuts I've ever had.

  • @trenchantsometimes5149
    @trenchantsometimes5149 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    It's nice for them to be able to live and thrive in such freedom and safety.

    • @theappalachianchannel
      @theappalachianchannel  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes it is

    • @srvntlilly
      @srvntlilly ปีที่แล้ว +4

      So true. I almost envy them for that. City people are so spoiled, have everything we need at our fingertips, and yet we're a bunch of stressed out basketcases.

    • @texastwister6988
      @texastwister6988 ปีที่แล้ว

      We need to learn and start living like them. The government is going to be controlling us and we'll have nothing!.

    • @HPMTube1991
      @HPMTube1991 ปีที่แล้ว

      Freedom...
      The irony is dead.

  • @raicallton4694
    @raicallton4694 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    Amazing work ethics. We have their communities here in Argentine. They know how to work, and are very sort after for their workmanship in every thing they do.

  • @TeamCGS2005
    @TeamCGS2005 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Fascinating watch. I noticed that everything is so clean as well. They take great pride in their work. Thanks again for sharing.

  • @joycewilson4939
    @joycewilson4939 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    This is fascinating! It reminds me of our Minnesota Co-op. We started in around the 1980s and got donations from Mennonites, Amish, and Mormons. Part of our membership was to sign up to volunteer to work in the Co-op for several hours. The machines they use are exactly the type we used. The last I heard it's still going, doing well. we need MANY of these stores to counter the grocery chains.

  • @allmytoys1345
    @allmytoys1345 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    I grew up in a Catholic family in NYC. Part of the time we lived in the country. During that time, we had Mennonite neighbors. The most friendlies people in the world. Always inviting and kind. I recall a few meals we shared together when they would do community events. ♥

  • @adventuresinmichiganwlisa9852
    @adventuresinmichiganwlisa9852 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    Beautiful 👍. I would support a community store like that regularly. Great store. Awesome job everyone

    • @theappalachianchannel
      @theappalachianchannel  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching Here is the Website to visit or place an order! www.thedutchtreat.biz/

  • @midget_princess2200
    @midget_princess2200 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    They work hard and clean and the grampa is just adorable bless him

  • @kimberlymckee6054
    @kimberlymckee6054 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    We drive about an hour to shop here occasionally. We LOVE their products! The sourdough bread and butter is my favorite! Yummy!!

  • @iaam117
    @iaam117 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    That pastry chef gets it done. A very nice set up going on here for sure.
    God Bless you all.

  • @CrisAnderson27
    @CrisAnderson27 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    Love the sandwiches here...and cakes! Always super nice people and the prices are still really good for the quality.

  • @1nfiniteloop
    @1nfiniteloop 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    I wish I lived in the US close to this shop, I'd be a regular there for sure! Love what these good people do and produce for the community!

    • @Katobitch
      @Katobitch 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I'm sure you can find others, I know we have similar stores, the amish & I love them & their donuts

  • @jcc6789
    @jcc6789 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    Wow, Erma and her baking skills! I love the cleanliness of the place and the work ethic. If only everyone could have this mindset the world would be a better place 🦋

    • @theappalachianchannel
      @theappalachianchannel  10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Erma is the BEST! Thanks for the comment and the support by watching what I do here on the Channel my friend!! John

  • @andymorris358
    @andymorris358 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    My Moms side of the family is Mennonite. This video is very comforting to me. Even the accents are very familiar to me. This is beautiful

  • @kallasusort2986
    @kallasusort2986 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    If I lived in that area I would shop there all the time. Love the products, displayed well, nice folks.Thank you for sharing the life in Appalachia.

  • @mrs.moonstriker
    @mrs.moonstriker ปีที่แล้ว +27

    what a great story, thank you! Im from Germany and sometimes i have problems to understand the Interviewer. But if the Grandpa started with telling his story, i understand every word. What a clear expression. Best wishes to all of you

  • @bonniecolon7680
    @bonniecolon7680 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    You can tell those woman are there to make it happen. Everyone is working on MAX efficiency. Awesome video.

  • @stevenbradford6824
    @stevenbradford6824 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    My wife and I frequent a local Amish store here in Winston Salem NC. We love it all!

  • @betrevryday1
    @betrevryday1 ปีที่แล้ว +62

    Another very interesting and enjoyable video 👍Love the attention to detail and quality this family business cares so much about❤ . Long live all the non franchise family owned and operated independents 🇺🇸

  • @peghead
    @peghead ปีที่แล้ว +49

    My wife and I live across the river from Lancaster County and a precious few times venture there and stop at an Amish or Mennonite food establishment and always are happy we did so, they're GOOD PEOPLE and the World could use a lot more of them.

    • @theappalachianchannel
      @theappalachianchannel  ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah

    • @Favorite-catNip
      @Favorite-catNip ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I visited a friend many years back in Pennsylvania. And seen them on there buggy & had some chocolate fudge. This just wonderful to see a success story. It's harder for ppl. To keep these charming food stores open. Thx. For posting.

  • @ljswenson5774
    @ljswenson5774 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    We have a smaller version of this in our little town and everyone loves it. It’s always spotless and they have really quality goods available.
    We not only love the store, we especially love the mennonite people who live in our town. They have been nothing but a positive in our town.

  • @bbknits2074
    @bbknits2074 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I live in Australia , so wish we had stores like this here . The food looks wonderful and the shop is very well organised 👏🏻👏🏻

  • @silohgaming
    @silohgaming ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I'm a Virginian, and I go to our local Mennonite store every month or so! I love getting cold cuts and cheeses as well as my spices there. And the occasional cake/pie 😉

  • @emilykahlert2279
    @emilykahlert2279 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    This store keeps me going through vet school! Love all the ladies behind the counter and Sam is the best!

  • @douglasthompson9482
    @douglasthompson9482 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Such a wonderful store.....I believe the Mennonite / Amish are as about to perfection for living day to day. Respect, roles, joy, God.

  • @robertwendel7920
    @robertwendel7920 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    It's nice to see normal hard working God fearing people on a video for a change God bless them all. We need more people like this in this crazy world

  • @sindywilson9830
    @sindywilson9830 ปีที่แล้ว +47

    We visit this store on a regular basis. The people are wonderful, the baked goods are delicious, and the sandwiches are great. Thank you for showcasing this amazing store. All the workers deserve the praise. You missed the best part… the Whoopie Pies. Try those the next time. Lol

    • @theappalachianchannel
      @theappalachianchannel  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      www.thedutchtreat.biz/

    • @theappalachianchannel
      @theappalachianchannel  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I am glad you found my Channel here on TH-cam. THANKS you so much for watching my videos and then making a comment. Comments help the video get recommended by TH-cam to other watchers and helps the channel grow. John Ward

    • @tai988
      @tai988 ปีที่แล้ว

      Do you have store here in wa?

  • @cherylmahaffey6184
    @cherylmahaffey6184 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Anything from the store would be a gift. You meet such friendly hardworking people on your travels. Good food great conversations good will spreading the joy. 😊

  • @garfield2439
    @garfield2439 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Loved the coverage of this store and the owner. I would definitely shop there for certain things if I lived there. I hope this coverage brought him business because it really should have. He takes alot of pride in his store and so do the employees. Very dedicated.

  • @katherinekeon7034
    @katherinekeon7034 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    What lovely wonderful family people. Coming together and having such a beautiful Dutch Treat store. I love it.

    • @theappalachianchannel
      @theappalachianchannel  ปีที่แล้ว

      I am glad you found my Channel here on TH-cam. THANKS you so much for watching my videos and then making a comment. Comments help the video get recommended by TH-cam to other watchers and helps the channel grow. John Ward

  • @MarkWYoung-ky4uc
    @MarkWYoung-ky4uc ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Now that's a one stop shop!

  • @jimmywayne983
    @jimmywayne983 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    this made me so happy while watching, i wish i had a place like that nearby in my country. Much love from Denmark.

  • @lucilledaub5991
    @lucilledaub5991 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Nice and well run Mennonite store. When I lived in Pennsylvania we had a Hornings bulk food store like this store.

  • @monalarsen6364
    @monalarsen6364 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    We have a store just like this in my hometown. It's a killer walking in there when they pull the bakery from the oven. It's absolutely wonderful.

    • @theappalachianchannel
      @theappalachianchannel  ปีที่แล้ว

      Smells amazing too here is their website! www.thedutchtreat.biz/

  • @steveperry2314
    @steveperry2314 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    There is a store in Madison, Va named Yoder’s. It is very similar in what they offer here. My wife and I love going there! Thank you for highlighting this small business. We need more of these types of stores. Thanks

    • @firecracker541
      @firecracker541 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      We have Yoders in Lancaster County Pa

    • @ambermac77
      @ambermac77 ปีที่แล้ว

      We have a Yoders here in southeast VA!

    • @theappalachianchannel
      @theappalachianchannel  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for the info!

    • @efolinsky
      @efolinsky ปีที่แล้ว

      Yoder is one of the most common last names in the Mennonite/Amish communities

  • @greyceeb7304
    @greyceeb7304 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I’m really thankful to see a little bit of Rosehill VA again. My dads mom was from up there and I haven’t been back since I was 8 or 9 years old. I remember it being such a beautiful little town back then and it’s wonderful to see it’s still thriving and beautiful there. Thank you for bringing back memories from my childhood days.

  • @arrow2370
    @arrow2370 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Coming from a big city it is so heart warming to see small stores like this. I love your channel just taking us to old worlds that NYC folks like us think don't exist anymore. THANK YOU!

    • @theappalachianchannel
      @theappalachianchannel  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you for your comment and thanks for watching may God bless you

  • @kesmarn
    @kesmarn ปีที่แล้ว +24

    New subscriber here. Thank you so much for showing us the hard working real people who make it all work. Unsung heroes. Blessings to all.

    • @theappalachianchannel
      @theappalachianchannel  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for being a subscriber

    • @kesmarn
      @kesmarn ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@theappalachianchannel Your content is so good. Also wanted to add that I was interested in ordering some of the items at this store and had an email "conversation" with the owner. He is a very nice person! He really went "above and beyond" to help me out. These folks (and you) deserve every bit of success that comes to them/you!

  • @AdmiralPreparedness
    @AdmiralPreparedness ปีที่แล้ว +26

    As a child growing up in a retired USMC fathers home, we moved frequently and he moved us to work in East Tennessee for a few years until I spread my wings and left to see the world. This type of family ran business was sprinkled in our area where we lived. Way before mega grocers entered the small town environment. I miss the closeness of the mom & pop grocers that you will never get in big groceries elsewhere. It is so refreshing to know that they are still alive and well like this one obviously is.

  • @jsasu.3
    @jsasu.3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Erma reminds me of my Mom(RIP) she was an immigrant from Netherlands during WWII.
    But that woman would be up all hours of the day and night cooking and baking. Good food made with real ingredients.

  • @soldier716
    @soldier716 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    It's funny to think just how diverse the Amish and Mennonite communities are around the country. By me in Lancaster, even most Mennonites are still mostly traditionally dressed. And I couldn't imagine one having hair above the lip. They keep to their traditional facial hair yet. But one thing is for sure, it's fantastic to see just how great their work ethic and it never changes.

  • @ronmack1767
    @ronmack1767 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Enjoyed the video tour of the Mennonite ran Country Store. We have a Mennonite ran country store in our area too with many of the same products. Its a very popular place. Y'all take care and God bless.

  • @jimmymalone3494
    @jimmymalone3494 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I enjoyed video on the Mennonite Country store.

  • @partybowl69
    @partybowl69 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    As a fellow Virginian, I love this

  • @ChaserTiponi
    @ChaserTiponi ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I'll say this! If I worked around that shop I'd buy a lunch there every single workday! They had me sold at a quarter pound of meat but add fresh bread and custom topping choices. All fresh! Who could resist when you have an appetite!!!

  • @disco07
    @disco07 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    We gots us a Dutch Store, so there. Seriously, this store is fabulous!

  • @KatInTheNorth
    @KatInTheNorth ปีที่แล้ว +25

    This store is much like the Corner Stone Market (we call Amish store), that we visit each week. Although there is no bakery in the store here, they sell homemade breads & desserts. The sandwich list and packaging, as well as set up, is very much like the store here. We enjoy the nice variety of foods we find there. Dutch Valley Foods is the same company that provides much of the same items in our local store. We have become good friends with the family members that all work there. Thank you for sharing 🕊

    • @theappalachianchannel
      @theappalachianchannel  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      www.thedutchtreat.biz/

    • @KatInTheNorth
      @KatInTheNorth ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@theappalachianchannel Thanks for the link, too bad that store is so far away. It looks like a store I could spend plenty of time in 🙂

    • @theappalachianchannel
      @theappalachianchannel  ปีที่แล้ว

      you're welcome

  • @choochoo9506
    @choochoo9506 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    We are SO luck to have an almost identical Mennonite store here in Hagerstown, MD. It's always busy. Lovely food, Lovely people.

    • @Kra-ri6fd
      @Kra-ri6fd 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      They have one in Hagerstown? I'm in Sharpsburg and will have to find this store. Are you talking about the one off of Maugansville? That is in Hagerstown still, isn't it?

  • @perolovbrenegard9106
    @perolovbrenegard9106 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I like the sign on the counter top “This kitchen is seasoned with love” ❤❤ very nice video with very nice people.😊😊

  • @vafunseekers
    @vafunseekers ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Wow! Everything looked clean and organized. Thanks for showcasing the store.

  • @SMOKINJOE2898
    @SMOKINJOE2898 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    The mennonite folks are some great people, there is a small community of them about 12 miles south of where i live here in southwest Louisiana and they are very hard working and can cook and make different food products, i’ve bought and eaten their foods that they sale at the local fair every October and it is delicious and some of them are very talented when it comes to building things like storage sheds and porch swings and other furniture stuff.

  • @darrylodare6168
    @darrylodare6168 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    These folk have a wonderful work ethic

    • @theappalachianchannel
      @theappalachianchannel  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for the comment. They are hard workers as well. Thanks for watching.

  • @edwinjdunn7224
    @edwinjdunn7224 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I can’t believe this was nearly 45 minutes long! The time passed in a flash, as your video kept my attention; You anticipated what would surprise me next! My lower jaw ached because it was open in astonishment for most of the film. I am so hungry right now! Many thanks to the store owner, every worker, and you and your son for producing this film!

    • @theappalachianchannel
      @theappalachianchannel  ปีที่แล้ว

      Im glad to hear you like the video.Thanks for the comment and watching my videos! John Ward

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  • @mikecurtis2585
    @mikecurtis2585 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Very nice place! Wish we had a place like that down here! They have a little bit of everything!!

  • @grahamwalsh7
    @grahamwalsh7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Hi, viewer from Ireland here. This is one of the most interesting and enjoyable pieces I've seen on TH-cam in quite some time. Thank you to the participants and the interviewer. Oh yeah, the lady that does all the baking, Irma you're a treasure.

  • @AbuHajarAlBugatti
    @AbuHajarAlBugatti ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Wow so much canned and pickled stuff aswell and it all looks soooo high quality

  • @sherrywilliams409
    @sherrywilliams409 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    I only wish that we had a store like this where I live bc I would buy all of my groceries from them. I appreciate how well kept their stores are. Their attention to quality products is almost unheard of in the big box stores. There are a couple that pay attention to quality and appearance of the products but not many. I do place online orders from Walnut Creek but there is only so much that they can ship. But man, everything I buy is truly great products. Thanks for making this video. I sure could go for one of those chicken salad sandwiches on sour dough bread right now!

  • @catalinarossi
    @catalinarossi ปีที่แล้ว +15

    My grandpa is from a Dutch-Prussian Mennonite community in Argentina. She left it in her early 20s for personal reasons but I’d love to dig more into the culture and everything ❤️

  • @gratefuled762
    @gratefuled762 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Mr. Yoder looks great for 80

  • @frederickmoller
    @frederickmoller ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I'm up in northeastern Ontario, Canada, and we have a sizable Mennonite community in the Matheson Ontario area, who bought failing farms and brought new life back to them. I have always been fascinated by, these hard working great people, we can really learn from their ingenuity, IMO.

  • @shainhansard1672
    @shainhansard1672 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This takes me back when i was younger and would ride my bike....and buy a pound of bologna and cheese with a loaf of bread...it makes my heart happy that places like this still exist🥰🥰🥰

    • @theappalachianchannel
      @theappalachianchannel  ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes indeed, brings back memories for me too when I was a child. Thanks for watching

  • @HazelHammond1505
    @HazelHammond1505 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I use to manage a deli in a grocery store. It's so nice to see people working and not have to be told. An Irma wow!! She is one busy lady . It would really hurt the business if she we're to get sick. I wish there was a store like this in the state I live it.

    • @theappalachianchannel
      @theappalachianchannel  ปีที่แล้ว

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    • @jenniferbrown4151
      @jenniferbrown4151 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I work in the store and I am in the video, on that note... Erma did get sick once and she does take a vacation from time to time, to be honest we are lost without her and it never feels the same without her presence in the bakery everyday!

    • @theappalachianchannel
      @theappalachianchannel  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      We are sorry to hear that Emma was sick. Praying for her

  • @jameskelly7782
    @jameskelly7782 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    God blessed these folks.....thank you 🙏

  • @altajohnson6513
    @altajohnson6513 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    We just moved from the San Francisco Bay Area to northern Ohio. It seems like the entire East Coast is now our front yard. Hoping to make it down to Rose Hill, Virginia after seeing this great video! Thank you for making this and posting it!

    • @theappalachianchannel
      @theappalachianchannel  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching! Here is the Website to visit or place an order! www.thedutchtreat.biz/

    • @catherder6
      @catherder6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      If you're in northern Ohio you should visit Holmes County.

  • @cathyleland1501
    @cathyleland1501 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have such memories of a Mennonite store in Tennessee. My parents live in Tennessee, every time we would visit from Michigan, Dad would take us to Cane Creek, he would buy Vegetables. We would buy candy, or fruit. Mom and dad have gone to heaven, so to say precious memories just doesn't cover it.

  • @snakebait5118
    @snakebait5118 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    We have one here in NC outside of Jacksonville. Everybody loves this store! The chocolate milk is like it was back in the day when I was a kid, nice and thick and delicious! The sandwiches are incredible and you have to get there early or call ahead because the place gets swamped!

    • @rhondacox269
      @rhondacox269 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      What’s the name of it and location? Someone mention it to my husband but we have found it😢

    • @theappalachianchannel
      @theappalachianchannel  ปีที่แล้ว

      Cool