Over the years, I’ve heard many great stories about people pursuing their passion and making their dreams a reality in the food and beverage world. As this site has evolved, I’ve endeavored to meet these people and introduce their stories to the world. If it’s one thing the Philadelphia area does not lack, it’s entrepreneurial …
Penzeys, the beloved spice store at 233 Market Street in Old City, wants to keep its doors open, but it could “use a few more customers,” per an email that went out this week from owner Bill Penzey. The Market Street location opened in 2020 after it vacated The Bourse. Then Covid-19 hit. As with … Continue reading
Saquan Howard, the chef and owner of Cray Taste Old City, located at 118 Market Street in Philadelphia, is launching a Black History Month menu which pays homage to famous African-American legends throughout history. Here’s the menu, which will be offered between February 1st and 28th: Hemings Freedom: Fried chicken with mac & cheese and candied yams ($16.99). “James Hemings was … Continue reading
New Liberty Distillery, Philadelphia’s home for revered craft spirits, is thrilled to announce the official launch of The Tasting Room – a brand new whiskey bar and lounge, complete with an extensive cocktail program to match (barrel-aged cocktails, anyone?). The Tasting Room will open to the public this Friday, January 27, with hours of operation spanning Fridays and Saturdays from 4 … Continue reading
Kiku Sushi a new Japanese BYOB restaurant offering sushi, hibachi specialties, teriyaki dishes, and seafood boil options is now open at 2146 Broad Street (at Broad & Jackson). There is some seating inside, and they offer take out and delivery, too. The restaurant in South Philly will be open for lunch and dinner six days … Continue reading
On Sunday, February 5th, from 11:00 am – 2:00 pm, Buddakan will open early for a one-day-only Lunar New Year brunch, served family style and meant to be shared. The brunch service will also feature live performances by the Penn Lions (Pennsylvania’s Premier Traditional Chinese Lion Dance Troupe), showcasing extraordinary dancing at 12 pm, 1 pm, and 2 pm. … Continue reading
Copabanana, the legendary Philadelphia bar and restaurant located at 344 South Street, is seeking the public’s help to stay in business. A Facebook ad exclaiming to help “Help Save South Street’s Iconic Copabanana!” popped up without much more information. Philly Grub reached out to learn more. A GoFundMe campaign was launched on January 4th to … Continue reading
🦅 🦅 🦅 GO BIRDS!!!!!!!!!!🦅 🦅 🦅 Now that the Eagles officially are advancing to the 2022 playoffs, Miller Lite is helping local fans cheer on their favorite football team with America’s original light beer. As part of its “Road to Phoenix, First Round on Us” program, Miller Lite will offer a complimentary beer to customers age 21+ in select … Continue reading
Weavers Way is Philadelphia’s largest grocery co-op with three locations and a fourth store in Germantown scheduled to open within the year. Its membership has grown since 1973 and is now over 11,000 households. While anyone can shop at the Co-op today, members financially own the Co-op, and shape its operations and programs through an … Continue reading
Did you know that Wednesday, January 18th is National Peking Duck Day? To celebrate, Cabela’s in Hamburg, PA (100 Cabela Drive) will be hosting Joe Jurgielewicz & Son, Ltd., a Berks County duck farm from the Hamburg, PA area (Shartlesville, PA to be exact!) that is the largest provider of Pekin Ducks to restaurants across … Continue reading
Lovers of soup dumplings will find this news very exciting. Nan Xiang Xiao Long Bao, the Shanghainese open kitchen restaurant concept widely known for the best soup dumplings in New York City, will open a fast food version called Nan Xiang Express near the campus of the University of Pennsylvania sometime this year. Nan Xiang Xiao Long … Continue reading
