Jet Wine Bar’s first annual fall Middle Eastern-inspired pop-up party will be hosted on Saturday, September 9, from 3 to 8 pm. The event features local Middle Eastern vendors, food, wine, and a DIY sidewalk flea market outside the garden. A mezze and kebab-based special food menu from Amina’s Food and Dandoon’s Kitchen, new cocktails, … Continue reading
After nearly 50 years in South Philly, Amin & Jude Bitar are proud to announce that Bitar’s is refocusing the scope of its business by adjusting to 21st century realities. “Our 10th & Federal Street home has been sold and we are taking the summer to rest and visit Lebanon — seeing my homeland for the … Continue reading
With Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine being the focus at Arpeggio BYOB, owners Mary Cullom and Chef Hamdy Khalil take great pride in serving a beloved dish that a majority of their customers begin their meals with when dining at the Spring House restaurant – their hummus. On Saturday, May 13th, Arpeggio BYOB will be … Continue reading
Yasser and Kate Aiq, the husband and wife owners of Renata’s Kitchen, the beloved University City restaurant that has built a loyal following with its Middle Eastern and Mediterranean-inspired menu and brunch favorites such as shakshuka and lemon poppy pancakes, are celebrating ten years in business by throwing an open house for the neighborhood on … Continue reading
The Victoria Freehouse announced last month that it would close after 11 years at 10 S. Front Street in Old City. Many fans of the beloved British pub lamented the closing as it had become a staple in the neighborhood. It took no time for the location to change hands and transition to a new … Continue reading
Pita Chip, the Modern Middle Eastern quick-serve restaurant with locations in Yardley, University City and Temple University, will be celebrating National Shawarma Day with a giveaway on Saturday, October 15th. Any customer who visits one of the three locations and purchases any beverage will receive a complimentary order of Shawarma Fries with Pita Chip’s signature garlic … Continue reading
Do something healthy and delicious this holiday season: put Mediterranean food on your holiday table! Hear me out… For nearly 50 years, Bitar’s has been providing Philadelphians healthy diet options, even before the Mediterranean diet was touted as health food and the key to living a long life. The leading scientific benefit of this diet … Continue reading
With the ethic of “better eating through super nutrition” trending and the mounting evidence that the Mediterranean/Middle Eastern diet is the healthiest menu on the planet, Philly’s Middle Eastern cuisine pioneer Bitar’s is introducing an all-new Mediterranean Superfood Brunch served with FREE Turkish Coffee. Starting on the weekend of March 20-21, brunch will be offered at Bitar’s, located … Continue reading
When I asked to hear more pandemic success stories, I only got one response. I don’t think that is for a lack of hopeful stories despite the continuing challenging times, but perhaps those who are thriving don’t want to toot their own horn while others continue to struggle. That’s certainly understandable. Bitar’s, the iconic Middle … Continue reading
Francisco Ayoub and his family moved to Philadelphia from Jordan in 2013. Jordan, an Arab nation in the Middle East, is bordered by Israel to the west, Syria to the north, and Saudi Arabia to the south. His father, Farah Ayoub, moved the family to the Philadelphia area to practice dentistry. Two of his brothers … Continue reading
