CHEF JIMMY

08/08/2025

🍑 Musikfest Bytes | Founders Way Margarita – Grateful Thirst
Today’s sip is a tribute to ArtsQuest, the nonprofit heartbeat behind Musikfest and so much more.
From the ashes of Bethlehem Steel to the rise of SteelStacks, ArtsQuest has transformed our city through music, art, and community.
Their story isn’t just about stages and festivals—it’s about access. ArtsQuest doesn’t push a single art form or agenda. They open doors. They support regional artists. They preserve cultural traditions. And they make sure the arts are available to everyone, regardless of income or background.

🎶 How It All Began
In the 1980s, Bethlehem was facing economic decline. Bethlehem Steel—the city’s lifeblood—was fading. Downtown storefronts were empty. But music was still alive.
Jeffrey Parks, a local attorney, proposed a bold idea: a nine-day music festival to revive the city’s spirit. With support from the Chamber of Commerce, local businesses, and the community, Musikfest was born in 1984.
From polkas and wursts to “my platz or yours” t-shirts, the first Musikfest brought 180,000 people downtown—and sparked a cultural renaissance.
Today, Musikfest is the largest free music festival in the U.S., drawing over a million people annually and generating $67 million in economic impact. But its true value? The joy, connection, and pride it brings to Bethlehem.

🍑 Founders Way Summer Margarita Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 cups frozen peaches
- 2 oz tequila
- 1 oz triple sec
- 1 oz lime juice
- 1 tbsp agave syrup
- 1 cup ice
Instructions
1️⃣ Combine all ingredients in a blender.
2️⃣ Blend until smooth.
3️⃣ Pour into glasses and garnish with a peach slice.
4️⃣ Raise a glass to the legacy of ArtsQuest and the spirit of Musikfest.

👨‍🍳 Chef MacGyver Hack It Your Way Tips
- Sweetener switch: Honey or simple syrup works if you’re out of agave.
- Fresh peach hack: No frozen peaches? Use 2 ripe fresh ones + extra ice. Grill them for extra flavor.
- Tequila alternatives: Mezcal adds a smoky twist. Or skip alcohol for a virgin version.
- Next-level rim: Mix salt with chili powder or tajín for a sweet-spicy kick.
- Herbal touch: Toss in 5–6 fresh basil leaves before blending—sounds weird, tastes amazing.
- No triple sec? Try a splash of orange juice (½ oz) or skip it—the peaches and lime will still shine.

👉Tag a friend who needs a peachy pick-me-up👇

💙 At Chef MacGyver, everything is made with love... cause we sprinkle that ish on everything. ArtsQuest didn’t just build a festival—they built a movement.
From SteelStacks to the Banana Factory, from Bach to hip hop, they’ve made Bethlehem a place where creativity thrives.
Today, we raise a glass to their legacy—with flavor, gratitude, and love.

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🎶 Follow along all week as we recreate Musikfest favorites from the comfort of your kitchen.
From schnitzel burgers to kabobs, we’re serving up Musikfest Bytes—one scroll-stopping byte at a time.

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