Guest post by Fine Wine & Good Spirits Whether you’re spending Labor Day at the beach, heading to the park with friends or barbecuing in the backyard with family, be sure to make the most of the holiday weekend with delicious drinks that you can enjoy all day long. Below are options for every occasion … Continue reading
Monthly Archives: August 2018
West Philly’s The Farmacy Adds 2nd Location in Palmyra, NJ
The Farmacy in West Philly has opened a second location across the bridge at 307 W. Broad Street in Palmyra, NJ because owners Chef Ross Scofield and Danielle Coulter recently moved to the area. When the Riverline Cafe closed, they jumped on the spot because they wanted to offer something this area doesn’t have; or doesn’t … Continue reading
Recap: Philly’s Classic Cook-Off Presented by Budweiser
By Amaris Pollock, special correspondent to Philly Grub The heat was on during the Philly’s Classic Cook Off Presented by Budweiser held at the Piazza at Schmidt’s Commons. All who were in attendance ate the delectable twists on Philadelphia classics, but only there were only two categories for the competitors to win in. The … Continue reading
Morey’s Piers Breaks Out the Bier, Bratwurst and Lederhosen for Annual Oktoberfest Weekends This Fall
This fall Oktoberfest takes over Morey’s Piers with three consecutive weekends of German-themed revelry, live entertainment, kids “Rootbier Garten” activity area and much more. On Friday, September 21 at 5:00pm the annual festivities kick-off with a ceremonial keg tapping of Warsteiner beer, live entertainment from Late Last Night, and the Morey family clad in lederhosen. Special guest … Continue reading
Trolley Car Station in West Philly Nears Opening
Trolley Car Station, a two-story, 125-seat restaurant, at the 40th Street trolley station is getting closer to opening. Furniture is being moved in this week. A soft opening is expected in early September with a ribbon-cutting planned for the Trolley Portal Garden on September 27th. Located at 3940 Baltimore Avenue, the new restaurant comes from the same … Continue reading
Le Virtu Hosting Dinner For Puentes de Salud on August 29
On Wednesday, August 29 at 6:30 p.m., owners Francis Cratil-Cretarola and Cathy Lee, along with Chef Damon Menapace, will host a very special dinner benefiting Puentes de Salud at Le Virtù on East Passyunk Avenue. The four-course Abruzzese meal, priced at $85 per person (excluding tax and gratuity) and paired with selected wines from The Artisan’s Cellar, will serve as another impactful way to support their citywide … Continue reading
Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board Launches Montco Makers, the Official Guide to the County’s Craft Brews, Wines and Spirits
Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, is home to 19 craft breweries, five wineries, and three distilleries. The Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board (VFTCB), the destination marketing organization for Montgomery County, has launched an app to aid visitors in discovering the region’s award-winning handcrafted and locally sourced beers, ciders, wines, and spirits. Visitors can use the app … Continue reading
Picnic like a VIP from the 1920’s at Deco on the Delaware
By Amaris Pollock, special correspondent to Philly Grub Walking up to a mansion is not something that occurs in my daily life, and certainly not a historical one in such an amazing condition. But that is just what happened as I attended the Glen Foerd Estate’s Fourth annual Deco on the Delaware event. Everywhere I … Continue reading
The Pines Rehoboth Beach Launches Let’s Make History Campaign
Opening in Fall 2018, The Pines is pleased to announce the launch of their “Let’s Make History” campaign. The soon to open restaurant is paying homage to Old Rehoboth through interior design, which includes old and not-so-old Rehoboth Beach photos. “We want to include the community in our efforts to recognize our town’s rich history by seeking … Continue reading
Introducing The Original Round Dog
You might have heard by now that cheesesteak king Tony Luke, Jr. has turned the hot dog world upside down… or simply round! Introducing The Original Round Dog… hot dogs shaped like hamburgers. Brilliant! The Original Round Dog premiered Sunday on the West Chester, PA-based QVC network with Ray Rastelli presenting. Luke’s creation, in collaboration … Continue reading