Chefs / Fundraisers

FringeArts Benefit FringeFEAST debuts on October 18

Posted on October 13, 2022 by Marilyn Johnson • Leave a comment

FringeArts, Philadelphia’s home for contemporary performance and progressive world-class art, presents the inaugural FringeFEAST, a one-of-a-kind collaborative dinner featuring top tier cuisine, seasonal libations, and extravagant entertainment while benefiting FringeArts, on Tuesday, October 18 at 7pm at La Peg (140 N Columbus Blvd). FringeFEAST consists of seven of Philadelphia’s most promising Chefs presenting a five-course, prix fixe dinner showcasing a variety of Philadelphia’s distinctive … Continue reading →

Weekend Booze Deal: $4 Margaritas, Marys, and Mimosas at La Peg

Posted on May 23, 2017 by Marilyn Johnson • Leave a comment

This Saturday, June 3, La Peg at FringeArts will debut $4 Margaritas, Bloody Marys and Mimosas exclusively in the Haas Biergarten from 12 noon to 2:00 p.m., an early Saturday-and-Sunday special that’s perfect for taking in the sunshine along Philadelphia’s beautiful Delaware River waterfront. Pair them with the outdoor Seafood Shack’s summery seasonal menu, including: Signature … Continue reading →

Beer Gardens / Delaware Riverfront / Old City

La Peg Reopens The Seafood Shack & Haas Biergarten: Outdoor Drinking & Dining

Posted on May 5, 2017 by Marilyn Johnson • 1 Comment

La Peg at FringeArts has reopened The Seafood Shack, their gorgeous outdoor patio and bar on the banks of the Delaware River in Old City. Chef Peter Woolsey crafted a new menu for 2017, bringing back some greatest hits and adding fresh, affordable new dishes perfect for enjoying with a drink al fresco. Featured dishes … Continue reading →

Delaware Riverfront

A Hand-Carved Ice Bar by Chef Peter Woolsey Will Debut at La Peg

Posted on January 26, 2017 by Marilyn Johnson • Leave a comment

This is too amazing not to share! On Wednesday, February 1, La Peg at FringeArts will debut Pegsicle, a hand-carved Ice Bar from Chef-Owner Peter Woolsey. Pegsicle will offer an assortment of drinks, including hot cocktails such as mulled wine and spiked hot cocoa, as well as shots from a custom-carved ice shot luge and … Continue reading →

Chefs / Delaware Riverfront / Menus

La Peg at FringeArts Announces “The Seafood Shack” Outdoor Food Trailer

Posted on April 18, 2016 by Marilyn Johnson • Leave a comment

The Seafood Shack at La Peg at FringeArts will serve roadside New England favorites outdoors, with live performances and movie nights all summer long! On Sunday, May 1, La Peg at FringeArts will debut The Seafood Shack, welcoming the warm weather with the return of their gorgeous outdoor patio and bar on the banks of the … Continue reading →

Brunch / Holidays

Options for Easter Brunch in Philadelphia

Posted on March 20, 2016 by Marilyn Johnson • Leave a comment

Easter is almost here. Doing brunch with your family is the proper thing to do. If you don’t feel like cooking at home, here are some Philadelphia restaurants offering special brunch menus on Easter. We’ll add more to this as we go. Bridget Foy’s 200 South Street 215-922-1813 Enjoy brunch with your family starting bright … Continue reading →

Center City / Delaware Riverfront / Menus

A Glance at La Peg at Fringe Arts Updated Americanized Menu

Posted on March 13, 2016 by Marilyn Johnson • 1 Comment

Riverfront restaurant La Peg at Fringe Arts Unveils Updated Contemporary American Focused Menu When we were informed that La Peg at Fringe Arts updated their menu to include elevated American dishes inspired by Chef Peter Woolsey’s childhood, we were intrigued. We hadn’t tried the old menu, even though this restaurant was always on our “to visit” list. We were already … Continue reading →

American / Delaware Riverfront / Menus

La Peg at FringeArts Debuts Contemporary American Bar & Restaurant Menu

Posted on March 3, 2016 by Marilyn Johnson • 3 Comments

Knock-out riverfront restaurant La Peg at FringeArts is proud to debut an approachable new menu of contemporary American fare. Drawing from his childhood and upbringing, Chef Peter Woolsey evolved the menu into an ideal selection of familiar-yet-elevated dishes to satisfy the appetites of the diverse diners and theater-goers who visit the restaurant. La Peg at … Continue reading →