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
The popular fast-casual restaurant The Halal Guys is continuing its Philadelphia area expansion, openrf its third location at 2550 Grant Avenue on March 24. The Northeast Philadelphia store joins the wildly successful Chinatown (1016 Race Street) and King of Prussia (150 W. Delkalb Pike) locations, both of which opened in 2016. Much like the United States, American Halal … Continue reading
Al Zaytouna is a new restaurant in the Italian Market specializing in Eastern Mediterranean and Middle Eastern fare. When it opened about a month ago, I made a point of stopping in. I posted this review on Yelp. I liked it so much the first time I wanted to try it again. Marilyn JohnsonFood enthusiast. … Continue reading
