Philly’s Best Hot Toddy?
Booze / Old City / Rittenhouse Square

Philly’s Best Hot Toddy?

Today is National Hot Toddy Day. Even though the weather has improved and we’re looking at a high of 50 today and 60 tomorrow, if you’re looking for something to warm you up on chilly nights in the city, check out these hot toddies by two of Philadelphia’s premier mixologists. Red Owl Tavern: Smoke in Your … Continue reading

Seasonal/Winter Cocktails in Philadelphia To Get Excited About
Bars / Booze / Center City / Headhouse Square / Rittenhouse Square / South Street

Seasonal/Winter Cocktails in Philadelphia To Get Excited About

I recently became a featured writer on Chowhound’s new Philadelphia City Guide. I’m excited to be contributing to it and showcasing amazing eats and drinks in our great city! Be on the lookout for an official announcement and launch soon. In any event, my first published article 10 Holiday Cocktails in Philadelphia is live. It … Continue reading

Dogs Flip for Square 1682: Bring-Your-Own-Dog Brunch Returns on Saturdays
Brunch / Rittenhouse Square

Dogs Flip for Square 1682: Bring-Your-Own-Dog Brunch Returns on Saturdays

Dog Lovers Take Note! Square 1682 and Executive Chef Caitlin Mateo bring their love of animals and healthy eating together for the return of the popular Bring Your Own Dog [B-Y-O-D] weekend healthy brunch for canine lovers and their pets throughout this summer season. Square 1682 and Chef Mateo have teamed up with Morris Animal Refuge, who offer innovative and … Continue reading

MANNA’s Guac Off 2016: Guacamole For A Cause at Morgan’s Pier
Delaware Riverfront / Food Competitions

MANNA’s Guac Off 2016: Guacamole For A Cause at Morgan’s Pier

The 4th Annual Guac Off is at Morgan’s Pier on the riverfront Thursday, May 26 from 6-9 pm. The best chefs and restaurants from Philadelphia compete for the title of Guac Master. Guests will sample 12 varieties of unlimited guacamole and chips, enjoy drink specials and help crown Guac Master 2016 at Morgan’s Pier. Proceeds from the event … Continue reading

St. Patrick’s Day Jawn for BRICK and MORTAR, Square 1682, and Red Owl Tavern
Beer / Booze / Holidays

St. Patrick’s Day Jawn for BRICK and MORTAR, Square 1682, and Red Owl Tavern

Here’s a mini round-up of some St. Patrick’s Day shenangians and specials happening this week that you should consider if you’re still looking for something a little less tacky than the Erin Express. BRICK and MORTAR 315 North 12th St Chef Brian Ricci’s weekly evolving 4th Spit menu features Irish classics with a twist: Corned … Continue reading

Square 1682 Hosts Five-Course Benefit Dinner for Local Non-Profit MANNA
Center City / Fundraisers / Wine

Square 1682 Hosts Five-Course Benefit Dinner for Local Non-Profit MANNA

Square 1682 hosts a five-course benefit dinner that features Barossa Valley Estate wines and benefits MANNA. The dinner costs $65 per person. Make your reservation here: http://www.square1682.com/reservation/reservation.htm This event is to raise funds and awareness for MANNA, a wonderful local organization focused on preparing and delivering delicious nourishing meals and counsel for people at acute nutritional … Continue reading

Square 1682 Rolls Out Red Carpet for Annual Oscar Night Party
Events / Rittenhouse Square

Square 1682 Rolls Out Red Carpet for Annual Oscar Night Party

The 88th Academy Awards is just a few days away, which means Philadelphia’s premier Oscar night party is prepping the red carpet and truffle popcorn for a night of fashion, cocktails, and star-gazing. Square 1682 hosts their annual Oscar Night Party on Sunday, February 28 from 6pm-midnight and this year’s edition is even bigger than years past. … Continue reading

Bring Your Little Love to Brunch & Valentine’s Weekend at Square 1682
Brunch / Center City / Holidays

Bring Your Little Love to Brunch & Valentine’s Weekend at Square 1682

Square 1682 has three ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day — happening all weekend long. Square 1682 is hosting Bring Your Little Love to Brunch all weekend long — Feb 13, 14, 15 — from 7:30am – 2:30pm. Little ones get to design their own cookie while Chef Caitlin Mateo whips up brunch for the whole … Continue reading

Square 1682 Relaunches Bring Your Own Dog Brunch This Saturday
Brunch / Rittenhouse Square

Square 1682 Relaunches Bring Your Own Dog Brunch This Saturday

Dog-Lovers and Wanna-Be Dog Owners Converge on Square 1682 This Saturday for Relaunch of BYOD — “BRING YOUR OWN DOG” BRUNCH Square 1682, the Modern American restaurant in Hotel Palomar at 17th & Sansom Streets, goes to the dogs this weekend when the restaurant relaunches it’s popular BYOD for an extended Fall run with dogs … Continue reading