Beer, Wine & Spirits
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Fine Wine & Good Spirits to Open New Store in University City
Fine Wine & Good Spirits recently signed a lease to open a new store in University City, writes Michael Tanenbaum for PhillyVoice. The store will open on the ground floor of a soon-to-be-completed, 7,000-square-foot, 14-story lab and office tower structure that is part of the wider Schuylkill Yards development around Drexel University campus and 30th…
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Newly Opened Wine Venture in West Chester Is the Latest Project for Seasoned Sommelier
Turks Head Wines in West Chester is the brainchild of Level 3 sommelier and certified wine instructor Allison Owen and her husband, Josh, writes Paul Vigna for the Penn Live Patriot-News. The couple first came up with the concept for a business that sources grapes from California and sells wines in its new bottle shop…
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Philadelphia’s Wine Landscape Changing for the Better, These Local Bars Are Proof
Philadelphia’s wine scene had long lagged behind the city’s celebrated restaurants, but the situation has changed in recent years and the wine bar scene is finally thriving, writes Regan Stephens for Food & Wine. A plethora of new and exciting wine bars have provided oenophiles with plenty of places where they can enjoy their favorite…
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Celebrate Oktoberfest at These Fun Events Throughout Philadelphia
Oktoberfest is nearly upon us, and with it come many popular local celebrations and some newcomers to make sure you have a great time while enjoying a giant stein and a delicious soft pretzel, writes Laura Swartz for Philadelphia Magazine. On September 21, the 16th Annual South Street Oktoberfest — organized by Brauhaus Schmitz —…
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Space Cadet Brewing, Philadelphia’s Newest Incoming Brewery, is Out of This World
Space Cadet Brewing, founded by former brewer for Philadelphia and Victory Richie Tevlin, recently launched with single-batch beers and space-inspired label art, writes Ali Mohsen for Billy Penn at WHYY. Tevlin has wanted to open his own brewery for years. The branding concept came to him in a haze of intoxication at a friend’s bachelor…
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Casa Carmen Farm & Winery Makes Its Home in West Grove
Casa Carmen Farm & Winery, once located in Chestertown on Maryland’s Eastern Shore, has found its home and a welcoming community in West Grove, writes Paul Vigna for Penn Live Patriot-News. The newcomer had a soft opening in March and a grand opening with a cocktail party a month later. Casa Carmen is located on…
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Mighty Bread Company Expands Into the Beer Scene, Releases Debut Drink
Mighty Bread Company has expanded its cafe menu of toasts, salads, sandwiches, and snacks to now include beer, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Moreover, Mighty Bread has debuted the first beer under its brand, called Amici del Pane (“bread friends”). A while back, Mighty Bread owner Chris DiPiazza started thinking about the similarities…
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Here Are Some of the Best New Bars in Philadelphia
Philadelphia has become home to many new wine bars, cocktail spots, and breweries in recent months, making it easier than ever to find a great place to grab a drink, writes Jason Sheehan and Kae Lani Palmisano for Philadelphia Magazine. Bar Palmina in Fishtown is a welcoming space for anybody who wants to enjoy an…
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Forest & Main Brewing Company Takes ‘Locally Sourced’ to Heart
Pennsylvania is home to a lot of great beer, but many of these breweries source their grains and other materials from out of state. Emily Kovach of PA Eats compiled a list of all the great beer made in PA from grain to glass. Ambler’s own Forest & Main Brewing Company made the list. Forest…
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PLCB’s Latest ‘Limited-Release Lottery’ Includes 1,252 Bottles of Rare Whiskeys
Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board’s rare whiskey lottery offers spirit aficionados the chance to buy a $7,499.99 bottle of bourbon, writes Stephanie Farr for The Philadelphia Inquirer. State liquor license holders as well as residents 21 and over can enter the PLBC’s latest “Limited-Release Lottery” through 5 PM Friday. The lottery includes 1,252 bottles of nine…
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This Philadelphia Dive Bar Was Named One of the Best in the Nation
The United States is filled with hundreds of dive bars that hit the spot for all kinds of customers, and one of the 30 best is located in Philadelphia, writes Meagan Drillinger for Far & Wide. Ranking ninth on the list is Bob & Barbara’s Cocktail Lounge on South Street. Opened by Robert Porter and…
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Philadelphia-based Gopuff and Yards Brewing Co. Collaborate on New, All-Natural Hard Seltzer
Gopuff and Yards Brewing Company, two Philadelphia-based companies, have collaborated on a new all-natural hard seltzer drink, writes Franki Rudnesky for PhillyVoice. The new limited-edition Gopunch, a fruity hard seltzer, can be delivered right to customers’ doorsteps and is also available through the Gopuff app and website, and in the Yards taproom at 500 Spring…
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Veteran of the Iron Hill Brewing Scene Remembered as Passionate, Dedicated Mentor and Innovator
Chris LaPierre, a longtime head brewer at the West Chester location of Iron Hill Brewery and dedicated part of the region’s brewing scene, died on July 28 aged 52, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. LaPierre, also affectionately known as Lappy, was regarded by the community as an innovator and mentor to numerous home…
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This Philadelphia Bar Was Named One of the Best in the Country by USA Today
Philadelphia wine and vermouth bar Bloomsday has been named and one of the best in the nation, writes Annamarie Dooling for Philly Burbs. Bloomsday was included as one of 27 bars on the 2024 USA TODAY Bars of the Year list. The list was created by USA TODAY Network food writes from all across the…
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South Philadelphia Rooftop Bar Named Among Top 10 Best in the World
A recent survey conducted by SkyCity compiled a list of the best rooftop bars in the world, and Philadelphia is home to one of them, writes Max Bennett for Patch. Bok Bar in South Philadelphia was ranked the ninth best rooftop bar in the world. Located atop the former Bok Vocational High School, Bok Bar…
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Grab a Drink and Enjoy a Nice Conversation at These Philadelphia Bars
If you are looking for a place to sit at a bar after a busy day and enjoy small talk with nice people without fears of awkwardness, these Philadelphia spots will have you covered, write Maddy Sweitzer-Lammé and Kae Lani Palmisano for Philadelphia Magazine. Meetinghouse in Kensington was created around the philosophy that a good…
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Spirit Animal Launches Distillery Inside Bensalem Brewery
Spirit Animal Distilling has officially launched at The Mixing Room, located inside Broken Goblet in Bensalem, writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times. This new addition further enriches the craft beverage experience at the venue. Spirit Animal debuted with its own line of gin and vodka, becoming the latest brand under the…
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South Philadelphia Native Tom Caruso Eyes Bringing His Oregon Winery to Olde Kensington
South Philadelphia native Tom Caruso is the founder and owner of Oregon-born winery Pray Tell, and is bringing the winery to Olde Kensington, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The plan is for it to open to the public on August 3. The winery will share a building with East Coast Tropicals, the…
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