Dave Mannion has fond memories of eating flan as a special treat in his childhood. His mother, originally from Peru, would make the caramel custard-based dish for special occasions in the Central NJ home where he grew up. These happy memories resurfaced during the pandemic when on a whim, he decided to try his luck … Continue reading
Philadelphia private/personal chef Kimberly Fonville and I have been following each other on Instagram for a long time. She always shares her fun culinary creations on IG, showcasing some serious chops in the kitchen with creative meals that look beyond scrumptious! Her culinary mission is to feed people delicious, flavorful food that’ll keep them coming back. … Continue reading
I’ve been a fan of Mike Peacock’s Aussie meat pies since he started his food truck The Flying Pie Guy and could be found at food truck events all throughout the region. So, when I had the opportunity to try them again, ever since rebranding his meat pie business as G’Day Gourmet, I jumped at … Continue reading
I recently stumbled upon Aaji’s Foods at Haddonfield Farmers Market and met Rajus, who introduced himself and his family (wife Poorva, father Arvind, and mother, Vijoo). They told me about their food product, tomato lonsa, a flavorful tomato-based condiment often used as a dip, sauce, or complement to other foods. I’m always open to hearing about … Continue reading
Do you love arancini AKA Italian riceballs? I’ve got a great deal for you. But first, let me introduce you to The Little Sicilian food truck. In 2016, The Little Sicilian launched its food truck onto the food festival circuit to much acclaim. Since then, its become a mini food truck empire expanding to three … Continue reading
I’ve known about Simply Good Jars for a while but was sad to learn they were not widely available to the general public, rather as a grab and go meal in offices and other commercial buildings. COVID-19 changed that. Recognizing a need to get these fresh, prep-free meals delivered to people’s homes during the stay-at-home … Continue reading
Kreider Farms, one of Pennsylvania’s largest egg and dairy farms, has introduced America’s first “farm fresh” lactose-free milk. Available in whole milk and 2% reduced fat varieties, Kreider Farms 100% Lactose Free Milk is specifically made for local distribution within 150 miles of where the milk is produced. Traditional lactose-free milks are produced using ultra-high … Continue reading
Saint Lucifer Spice is a local seasoning company growing in popularity across the greater Philadelphia area. The hot spice can be found at local markets, restaurants, and retailers all over the region. Now, you can spice up your cheesesteaks with the habanero blend at iconic Jim’s Steaks on South Street! Saint Lucifer Spice and Jim’s … Continue reading
Bombolo Biscotti sent us some yummy Italian cookies to sample! They are all so tasty. If you like authentic, old-fashioned baked from scratch Italian cookies, you need to try these. The biscotti is especially great with coffee. They come in classic flavors such as Anise, Almond, Chocolate Walnut, Cranberry Orange, and Chocolate Dipped Almond. Bombolo Biscotti … Continue reading
It’s probably safe to say that everyone’s favorite memory of Halloween is sorting through a bag of hard-earned goodies, tossing aside bubblegum and pennies, and digging for the good stuff. Feeling nostalgic, the mischievous staff at Weckerly’s Ice Cream, the Philadelphia-based micro-creamery, stirred up a devilish treat reminiscent of those coveted candy bars. Beginning tomorrow, Friday, … Continue reading
