Dish It Up provides delicious culinary delights and a mission focused evening of fun for more than 500 guests in celebration of the movement to end domestic violence. Dish It Up is the only fundraising event and food tasting competition in Philadelphia featuring all women chefs. Dish It Up provides women leading the way in Philadelphia’s … Continue reading
With Easter around the corner, it’s time to think about Easter candy, particularly chocolate! One local name that should come to mind when thinking about chocolate is Eclat Chocolate. This award-winning handcrafted chocolatier based in West Chester, PA, has been in business for over 20 years. The owner, Master Chocolatier Christopher Curtin, is classically trained … Continue reading
East Passyunk Avenue Business Improvement District (EPABID), home to more than 160 independently-owned shops and restaurants, will see the return of Flavors on the Avenue, an outdoor festival showcasing South Philadelphia’s finest culinary offerings, as well as boasting live entertainment, 80+ craft vendors, stellar sidewalk sales, fun-filled family-oriented activities, and much more, on Sunday, April 24 from 11am – 5pm. This all-ages event is … Continue reading
On Thursday, March 31, DIG, the restaurant group focused on vegetable-forward cooking, will open its second Philadelphia location on the University of Pennsylvania campus, in a bi-level, 2,700 square foot space at 140 S. 36th Street. Guests can expect the same locally sourced menu, featuring freshly prepared, seasonal meals, sides and desserts including an array of gluten-free and vegan … Continue reading
I’ve talked about the Fishtown location of Riverwards Produce many times before. It was announced a few months ago they would be opening a second location in Old City. I was so pleased to hear because I truly believe neighborhoods need small, independent markets and grocery stores to serve the community. The past few years … Continue reading
Here are some not-to-miss whiskey/bourbon/rye cocktails in Philadelphia. Drink: Black ManhattanLocation: Bloomsday Cafe (414 South 2nd Street)Price: $15Description: Bloomday’s take on the classic Manhattan cocktail combines Overholt rye whiskey with Philadelphia Distilling’s ‘Vigo’ amaro, bitters, and orange. Drink: Lion’s TailLocation: Dolce Italian (1437 Chestnut Street)Price: $16Description: Dolce Italian, a new Italian restaurant in Center City, located at the W Hotel on Chestnut Street, … Continue reading
Ramona Susan’s Bake Shop will be offering several holiday themed goodies for Easter and Passover. They are available for pre-order now at both locations. Holiday pickups begin on Wednesday, April 13th. Pickup locations and hours are below. 1255 Marlborough Street (Fishtown)215-203-1980Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday/Friday 12pm-3pm / 3:30pm-8pmSaturday 10am-8pmSunday 10am-6pm 1424 South Street (South Street West)215-315-8406Monday 10am-4pmTuesday/Wednesday/Thursday/Friday 10am-7pmNo weekend … Continue reading
The Sisterly Love Collective (part of Les Dames d’Escoffier Philadelphia), chaired by local luminaries Jezabel Careaga, Jennifer Carroll, Jill Weber, Ellen Yin, and Executive Director, Robin Broughton Smith, is hosting “Sisterly Love Work / Shop” in partnership with The Deacon in recognition of Women’s History Month. The summit and reception, a first of its kind … Continue reading
Candace McQueen didn’t set out to be in the food business. But cooking was her late husband Jarredd’s passion. One day early in the pandemic, he decided to try his hand at making a cheesecake. It turned out so good; they knew it was something special. Then, he posted a picture of it on social … Continue reading
Aqimero by Chef Richard Sandoval, located inside of the Ritz-Carlton Philadelphia, is excited to announce the launch of its Viva Abejas campaign this spring. Viva Abejas, meaning “long live bees” in Spanish, celebrates Earth and the significance of bees to the food cycle. One in every three bites of food depends on bees for pollination. … Continue reading
