On Sunday, March 10 and Monday, March 11, Drexel University’s annual Philly Chef Conference will return to University City, drawing top-level culinary and hospitality talent from around the world to Philadelphia. Hospitality Management Program Director Mike Traud is proud to announce this year’s impressive roster of participants and panelists. Tickets for all events will go … Continue reading
Michael Falcone (HEART Food Truck, Morrell Park, Funky Lil Kitchen) has been named Executive Chef of Rebel Hill Brewing in Phoenixville, PA. When Falcone was planning on opening Morrell Park, he met Rebel Hill owner Greg Kluge as they were building the brewery next door. The two kept in touch so when Morrell Park eventually fell through, it was a good fit as Kluge wanted … Continue reading
There’s something truly unique and special being offered at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in suburban Wyomissing, PA. Past the entrance and lobby, deep inside of the hotel’s enormous commercial kitchen are The Chef’s Table and The Pastry Studio, two remarkable private dining spaces which can be reserved for small groups of up to 8 people for … Continue reading
Chef Keith Taylor, chef/owner of Zachary’s BBQ & Soul Kitchens, has created Philadelphia Pretzel Stuffing, a side dish that tastes great and does good. The main ingredients include Philadelphia soft pretzels, a desire to reduce food waste, and two like-minded culinary entrepreneurs. Through his experience with the Drexel Food Lab in Drexel University’s Center for Hospitality and Sport … Continue reading
The Taste Philadelphia Festival of Food, Wine & Spirits is an annual event focusing on all things culinary and wine, liquor, and spirits. It’s typically held at the Valley Forge Casino Resort, but this year it was hosted at The Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks, PA this past weekend. I had the honor of attending this … Continue reading
EATER just announced its EATER Young Guns 2018 winners, highlighting talented up-and-comers in the restaurant industry from across the country. Caitlin McMillan of Goldie and Kaitlyn Caruke of Walnut Street Cafe made the list. Congrats ladies! Marilyn JohnsonGastronomic Hedonist, Tiki Lifestyle Dreamer, Digital Marketing Professional, Former Nightclub DJ, Happy Homemaker Wannabe, Cat Mommy, etc. http://phillyfoodmarketing.weebly.com Continue reading
Verbena, an intimate BYOB in Kennett Square, has opened under the culinary tutelage of Chef Scott Morozin. He promises a menu using only the highest quality fresh, seasonal ingredients, including as many locally as possible. The restaurant replaces the former La Madera Bistro at 102 East State Street. I asked Chef Scott a few questions to get us all excited about … Continue reading
The Farmhouse in Cherry Hill opened last May to much fanfare offering a menu heavy on seasonal and local ingredients. The attractive farm to table restaurant, owned by Stu Wanicur, has hired new Executive Chef Bruce Santino who takes over for Chef David Murray who has moved on to another opportunity after less than a year. Raised in Pennsauken, NJ, Chef Bruce comes … Continue reading
The Atlantic Cape Community College Restaurant Gala will mark its 35th annual event by honoring Georgeann Leaming, formerly of Suppa and Samwich in Philadelphia and Academy of Culinary Arts graduate, at the March 28 event at Harrah’s Waterfront Conference Center in Atlantic City. Kevin Ortzman, regional president for Caesars Entertainment (Bally’s, Caesars and Harrah’s Resort in Atlantic … Continue reading
Fitler Club, a private lifestyle club, which is currently under construction at 2400 Market Street with a grand opening slated for Q1 2019. The Club will serve as a hub for Philadelphia’s growing community of business, creative and social leaders. With over 75,000 square feet of Schuylkill riverfront real estate, Fitler Club will feature best-in-class social, … Continue reading
