In my quest to get back to creating original content on this blog, I realized that I get the most enjoyment writing about the people of the Philadelphia food scene. I love telling their stories or giving them a platform to tell their own stories. I’m especially fond of writing about lesser known people working …
I’m honored to be a judge at this year’s South Jersey Food Bank Hunger Games, a LIVE cooking competition where Corporate teams get one box of mystery ingredients and 45 minutes to whip up a dish for food-savvy judges — yours truly along with Tony Luke Jr. of Tony Luke’s Cheesesteaks, Tammy Paolino food writer …
New restaurants and eateries pop up all of the time in our area and while that’s very exciting, it’s always good to remember what we had in the past and take a trip down memory lane every so often. One such person keeping tabs on “cool vintage places” that still exist today is Beth Lennon …
Cherry Hill BYOB Denim American Bistro will honor and celebrate Anthony Bourdain’s birthday with a special memorial dinner on Tuesday, June 25th at 6:30 p.m. They will present a five-course chef’s tasting menu to include complimentary wines for $75++/per person. It will feature recipes from the culinary legend’s best-selling Les Halles and Appetites cookbooks. A … Continue reading
A recent article online at PhillyVoice.com was inaccurately interpreted by readers to suggest that Sergeant York Bar in Fishtown is closing. It is not true. The property, recently extensively improved as a profitable bar/restaurant with a liquor license, and the building with freshly renovated apartments upstairs, is absolutely for sale. But, again, the bar is not … Continue reading
I can’t believe it, Morey’s Piers in Wildwood, NJ turns 50 this year and today is their grand opening for the season. Morey’s and I go wayyy back… since the ’80s! The amusement rides, waterparks, games, and food keeps people coming back year after year. With good reason — it’s fun in the sun on … Continue reading
Just the other day, we received samples of cheddar cheese from Craigs Creamery. We’re cheese lovers to the max in this household so we welcome the opportunity to try new-to-us cheese brands. I used to work at Di Bruno Bros., and had access to the very best cheeses from around the world, so I know … Continue reading
In his continuing efforts to raise funds and awareness for the fight against childhood cancer, Philadelphia’s own Chef Marc Vetri will host The Great Chefs Event Philadelphia on Saturday, June 8. This exclusive culinary event, presented by Northwestern Mutual and Volvo, will bring together more than 40 superstar chefs from across the country to whip … Continue reading
So, my series of blog articles featuring badass female chefs was very well-received last month in honor of Women’s History Month. Since I obviously didn’t get to every badass female chef in Philadelphia, I thought to myself, “Why stop now?” Let’s keep this series going for as long as I can and as I receive … Continue reading
There’s a new Italian soul restaurant coming to town. That town being Wayne, PA on Main Line Philadelphia. Fearless Restaurants will be taking over the space previously occupied by Paramour at the Wayne Hotel, 139 East Lancaster Avenue. Rosalie is named for Fearless Restaurants Owner Marty Grims’ mother whose family emigrated from Italy What can … Continue reading
Today is MeatOut Day, which is a day that celebrates plant-based diets in various cities across the United States. The city of Philadelphia* has even proclaimed March 20th as a day to explore the vegan diet and to refrain from eating meat. Instead of featuring just one badass female chef today, I’m featuring the many … Continue reading
When I was thinking about another badass female chef to feature, I didn’t hesitate to think of my friend Mary Hilbert. You probably haven’t heard of her because she quietly goes about her business of being a badass female chef on her food truck, Mary’s Mobile Diner. This lady ain’t got time to be too … Continue reading
When I was thinking about which badass female chef I’d love to feature next, Ruth Levitt Scott popped into my head. I’ve gotten to know her over the last year, and when I think of fierce female chefs, she definitely stood out. And not only because she’s a fiery redhead! You see, Ruth works for … Continue reading
