• Inside Fat Lady Brewing, One of Philly’s Only Women-Owned Breweries

    Inside Fat Lady Brewing, One of Philly’s Only Women-Owned Breweries

    On Main Street in Manayunk sits Fat Lady Brewing, one of the few women-owned breweries in Philadelphia and the entire Delaware Valley, reports Howard Monroe and Scott Hezlep for CBS News Philadelphia.  Owner Jane Lipton founded Fat Lady Brewing in 2021, and she did so to create an establishment that is fitting and welcoming for…

  • Pennsylvania Makes USA Today’s Best of US Beer Scene List Twice

    Pennsylvania Makes USA Today’s Best of US Beer Scene List Twice

    Pennsylvania once more reaffirmed its place as one of the most beer aficionado-friendly states by having two of its experiences find their place on the best of the US beer scene list, write 10Best Editors for USA Today 10Best. USA Today compiled the list by asking beer experts to nominate their picks for each of…

  • West Philly Brewery and Winery, Carbon Copy, Eyes Expansion in Port Richmond

    West Philly Brewery and Winery, Carbon Copy, Eyes Expansion in Port Richmond

    Carbon Copy, a West Philadelphia brewery and winery, wants to expand and is now eyeing the former space that housed a popular neighborhood bar in Port Richmond, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal.  Its owners, Brendon Boudwin and Kyle Wolak, are both alums of Tired Hands Brewing Co., and together have more than…

  • Pennsylvania Wine Production Rises to Fourth Nationwide, Boosting State Economy

    Pennsylvania Wine Production Rises to Fourth Nationwide, Boosting State Economy

    Pennsylvania wine production moved up one spot from fifth to fourth in the nation, according to the findings from the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture’s 2023 study, Economic Impact of the Pennsylvania Grape & Wine Industry. The study, which was funded by the department’s Wine Marketing and Research Program, found that the state grape and wine…

  • German Society of Pennsylvania To Host 11th Annual Philly Bierfest on Feb. 24

    German Society of Pennsylvania To Host 11th Annual Philly Bierfest on Feb. 24

    On Saturday, Feb. 24, German beer lovers can indulge at the 11th annual Philly Bierfest, writes Molly Given for Metro Philadelphia. The annual event will feature German-style beers from both local Pennsylvania craft brewers and German imports, as well as educational seminars and live entertainment. The Philly Bierfest will house a main beer hall, and…

  • Two South Philadelphia Bars Go Up For Sale As Owner Seeks Early Retirement

    Two South Philadelphia Bars Go Up For Sale As Owner Seeks Early Retirement

    The Dive and Watkins Drinkery, two long-running South Philadelphia bars are up for sale as owner Jonn Klein aims to retire by the end of the year, writes Ali Mohsen for Billy Penn at WHYY. “I’ve put so much of me and my life into both of these places. But … I’m at a point…

  • European Lager House Extends Operations to Chester County with New Location

    European Lager House Extends Operations to Chester County with New Location

    BierHaul Farmhouse, a European lager house in Delaware County, is expanding its operations into Chester County with a new location that will feature an indoor beer garden, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The new space will be located in West Chester. Dubbed BierHaul Townhouse, the concept will take over the site that…

  • Wissahickon Brewing Company Eyes Opening Second Taproom in Olde Kensington

    Wissahickon Brewing Company Eyes Opening Second Taproom in Olde Kensington

    Already with one location in East Falls, Wissahickon Brewing Company is opening a new taproom in Olde Kensington, writes Michael Tanenbaum for PhillyVoice. The new taproom will double as a kombucha production facility, and have a kitchen and also a private event space in the upper level. The new space at 1526 N. American St.…

  • 2023 Was An Excellent Year for Philadelphia’s Bar Scene With Dozens of New Additions

    2023 Was An Excellent Year for Philadelphia’s Bar Scene With Dozens of New Additions

    Often overshadowed by the city’s restaurants, Philadelphia bars had a great year of offering patrons great service, atmosphere, food, and drinks, often at lower prices and without a need for a reservation, writes Jenn Ladd for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Several dozen bars joined the local bar scene in 2023. Two of the busiest newcomers were…

  • This Winter, Enjoy Seasonal Beers Made With Local Ingredients in Philadelphia

    This Winter, Enjoy Seasonal Beers Made With Local Ingredients in Philadelphia

    Winter is the time when most of to enjoy local beers with a little more heft, writes Emily Kovach for PA Eats. Luckily, Pennsylvania’s rich craft beer scene offers plenty of choices when it comes to winter beers made with local ingredients, including two made by Philadelphia breweries. Cartesian Brewing in South Philadelphia is known…

  • Francisville Mini Golf Bar Libertee Grounds Expands With Second Philly-Themed Course

    Francisville Mini Golf Bar Libertee Grounds Expands With Second Philly-Themed Course

    Libertee Grounds, the Philadelphia bar known for its indoor mini golf and hyperlocal beers, has expanded its Francisville location, writes Michael Tanenbaum for PhillyVoice.  Amenities for the newly expanded space include a golf simulator, another bar, a lounge, and a private event space.  Another prominent feature is the Philadelphia-themed holes. The nine holes on the…

  • Bucks County’s Mike Daley is the Man Behind America’s Grandest Private Whiskey Collection

    Bucks County’s Mike Daley is the Man Behind America’s Grandest Private Whiskey Collection

    Mike Daley, a Bucks County resident and multi-millionaire, possesses one of the largest private whiskey collections in the United States, writes Brad Japhne for Food & Wine.   His expansive estate, however, is running out of space to showcase his several thousand bottles of scotch, American, and Irish whiskies.   To cope, Mike Daley has…

  • Why Enjoying Victory Brewing’s Tastykake Koffee Kake Ale Is the Perfect Start to the New Year

    Why Enjoying Victory Brewing’s Tastykake Koffee Kake Ale Is the Perfect Start to the New Year

    For those who grew up on Tastykakes, one of the best ways to start the new year on the right foot is to enjoy Tastykake Koffee Kake Ale from Victory Brewing Company, writes Stephanie Farr for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The Downingtown-based brewery released the Tastykake beer officially at its taprooms in Downingtown, Center City, Parkesburg,…

  • Want A Locally-Made Beer? Try These 3 Philly Breweries

    Want A Locally-Made Beer? Try These 3 Philly Breweries

    While there are several brewery trails outlining where and how to find locally-made beer, PA Eats has created a special list highlighting the breweries in Pennsylvania dedicated to using local malted grains and other brewing ingredients, writes Emily Kovach. There are two main qualifications to make the list. First, the breweries must have at least…

  • The Met Philadelphia Celebrates 5th Anniversary With New Beer

    The Met Philadelphia Celebrates 5th Anniversary With New Beer

    The Met Philadelphia, in its current iteration, has now been in existence for five years and to celebrate, the entertainment venue is debuting its very own beer, writes Dan Stamm for NBC 10 Philadelphia.  Earlier this month, Conshohocken Brewing Company revealed a new limited edition North Broad Lager, named after the street The Met is…

  • Café @ the Mill in Sellersville Taps into Craft Beer Scene

    Café @ the Mill in Sellersville Taps into Craft Beer Scene

    Sellersville restaurant, Café @ the Mill, is germinating its business into a small-batch craft beer brewery, writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times.   “We’ve been doing the restaurant thing for a while now, and it’s been a success. So, throwing this into the mix will be a good thing,” said Chef Shane Dam,…

  • The Nut Hut Saloon in Fishtown is Set to Reopen By End of the Year Under New Operator

    The Nut Hut Saloon in Fishtown is Set to Reopen By End of the Year Under New Operator

    Before the calendar flips to 2024, Fishtown’s Nut Hut Saloon will be reopening its doors under new operators with eyes toward a more modern neighborhood feel, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal.  The new partner group consists of Ken Landis, Benjamin Albacete, Marc Mattera, and Joseph Danfield. Initially, the plan was to open…

  • VFTCB Updating Mobile Pass with More Montco Craft Breweries, Wineries, Distilleries

    VFTCB Updating Mobile Pass with More Montco Craft Breweries, Wineries, Distilleries

    The Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board, the Destination Marketing Organization for Montgomery County has refreshed the Montco Makers Passport, a free, gamified program that aims to support local craft beverage producers. Beginning November 1, 2024, the updated pass will be available for download. In partnership with Bandwango, Montco Makers showcases the area’s breweries, wineries, and distilleries. Montgomery…