Philly Tap & Tavern, a new American restaurant at Harrah’s Philadelphia, is now open, offering an exciting take on bold Philly flavors! Open for lunch and dinner, enjoy mouthwatering shareables, small bites, handheld classics, and featured Tavern favorites such as NY Strip, Atlantic Salmon, Braised Short Ribs, Fish & Chips, and more! Philly Tap & …
When I asked to hear more pandemic success stories, I only got one response. I don’t think that is for a lack of hopeful stories despite the continuing challenging times, but perhaps those who are thriving don’t want to toot their own horn while others continue to struggle. That’s certainly understandable. Bitar’s, the iconic Middle …
A lot of restaurants and food businesses follow me on Instagram or Twitter. It’s usually how I discover new ones. Unfortunately, since I’m still quarantining, for the most part, I don’t get out as much as I once did. It kills me that I can’t just run out and check these places out. Alas, safety …
Last summer, Stefanie Bernstein, 30, lost her job due to the pandemic. Finding a new job basically became her full-time gig, but she said, “the job search was so exhausting; it was almost impossible to land a job in the world we live in today.” With unemployment so high, what is a girl to do … Continue reading
In support of the Philadelphia restaurant working community, US Foods and Caring for Friends are supplying 10,000 prepared meals along with 1000 boxes of shelf-stable groceries for idled restaurant workers at this challenging time. You may recall the Serve Better relief efforts early on in the pandemic, but this time they are increasing the number … Continue reading
Have you ever wanted to experience your own, personal cheese pairing with a qualified cheese expert? Now you can, thanks to the local cheesemongers at Di Bruno Bros. In honor of National Cheese Lover’s Day, they’re offering a Virtual Cheese Pairing Experience LIVE on Thursday, January 28 at 7PM. In order to participate, the Virtual … Continue reading
To celebrate the “hole-iest” of food holidays this year, Thomas’ Bagels is donating $100,000 to kids in need through Operation Warm, a nonprofit that provides warmth, confidence, and hope to children in need through the gift of brand-new winter coats. After the challenging year that was 2020, Thomas’ hopes to kick off 2021 on an uplifting … Continue reading
Executive Chef Roth Perelman and Philadelphia’s premier event planning company, Catering By Design (CBD), launch a new venture in Mt. Airy, a Mexican and Asian fusion restaurant called DOHO Taqueria, on Tuesday, January 12, 2021, at 4pm. At this time, it is delivery and take-out only, with a brick and mortar store to follow. The … Continue reading
Fearless Restaurants might be closed due to COVID but that doesn’t mean they aren’t still mixing up some of the best cocktails in the area! Fearless Restaurants, the parent company of White Dog Cafe Wayne, Haverford, Glen Mills, and University City; Autograph Brasserie, Rosalie, Louie Louie, Moshulu; and Daddy O and Tucker’s Tavern on Long … Continue reading
Canadian fast-casual restaurant chain Twisted Indian Wraps has launched in Philadelphia working out of Fairfoods, a ghost kitchen in the Mantua neighborhood of West Philly at 3300 Fairmount Avenue. The Philadelphia franchise owner and operator Adit Baruah, 29, says this is his first foray into the food business. “I’ve always wanted to work with food … Continue reading
Bola Abiola, 47, a South Jersey physical therapist from Sicklerville, always dreamed of opening her own restaurant. After much research, she decided a fast-casual franchise concept would be the best way to break into the restaurant business. She looked into a few options but ultimately decided on Teriyaki Madness, a concept that, up until now, … Continue reading
Over 10% of the population has an allergy, and an even larger portion follow a diet. For most, finding suitable dishes at restaurants is a frustrating process. The lack of options means settling for the same tiring dishes like garden salads, veggie burgers or plain rice. A new start-up is helping anyone with a dietary … Continue reading
Feast Your Eyes Catering is a popular catering company based in Fishtown. They are one of many catering companies in Philadephia that have had to pivot during the coronavirus pandemic. They’ve always done take out foods in addition to weddings and events. They were always geared towards parties with larger portions in trays and platters. … Continue reading
