Retail
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6 New Sprouts Farmers Market Locations are Coming to the Philadelphia Area
In 2018, Sprouts Farmers Market opened its first Philadelphia store and five years later is continuing to expand its presence, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Sprouts recently announced its plans to open at least six new stores over the next two years. Four of the six new stores will be in the…
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Port Richmond’s Mid-Century Furniture Warehouse To Close
Mid-Century Furniture Warehouse in Port Richmond is set to close its doors in early March, writes Jake Blumgart for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Brian Lawlor, the owner of Mid-Century Furniture, credits two major factors for the warehouse’s imminent closure. “COVID changed a lot of things for me,” said Lawlor. “And my lease is up at the…
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Philly-based Activewear Brand Addison Bay Launches First-Ever Maternity Line
Since it was founded in 2018, Philadelphia-based activewear brand Addison Bay has evolved exponentially and recently launched its first-ever maternity line, writes Laura Brzyski for Philadelphia Magazine. As a mother of four, founder Marguerite Adzick has first-hand knowledge of the kind of maternity clothes that are already out there. Addison Bay’s new maternity line features…
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Uncle Bobbie’s Coffee and Books in Germantown Provides a Space to Elevate the Voices of the Black Community
Uncle Bobbie’s Coffee and Books in Germantown provides underserved communities with a wide selection of good books and serves great coffee to match, reports Bob Kelly for FOX 29. The store was named in honor of owner Marc Lamont Hill’s uncle Bobbie. “His actual uncle Bobbie is the person that introduced him to reading, and…
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Horsham Native Is Man Behind Donald Trump’s $399 Shoe Drop
The first person Donald Trump thanked after he took the stage at Philadelphia’s Sneaker Con last week to announce his signature shoe was Horsham native Chase Young, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The 28-year-old’s company consulted on the launch of the $399 former president’s sneakers that sold out within minutes of going…
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Wawa Reworks Food Options in Places Where the Hoagie’s Not King
There are places in the United States where the hoagie does not rule supreme. Wawa’s been adapting to that fact as it realigns its menu for its non-Pennsylvania and non-New Jersey stores, writes Angela L. Pagan for Quartz. This realignment is vital as Wawa continues expanding in places like Alabama, Georgia, Indiana, Kentucky, North Carolina,…
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A Small Bookshop on Lansdale’s Main Street is a Hub for Black Culture and History
When author Shaykh Anwar Muhammad moved to the Lansdale area, one of the first things he noticed was that there was a dearth of places to learn Black culture and history, writes Matteo Iadonisi for 6abc. To fill that need in the community, in 2017 he opened his own small bookshop specializing in Black literature…
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Insomnia Cookies Opens New Center City Store, Serving As Flagship and Headquarter Location
Insomnia Cookies recently held a grand opening for its new flagship store in Center City, writes Michael Tanenbaum for PhillyVoice. The store is Insomnia Cookie’s largest yet, and occupies the first floor of the company’s new three-story headquarters. A unique feature of the new store is its bright and bubbly atmosphere, which includes a seating…
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From Target in Abington to Their Callowhill Wedding, a Couple Celebrates Their Journey to Love
The wedding of Nzinga Gocking and Vidalina Rodriguez at Location 215 in Callowhill in late spring was a celebration of the couple’s decade-long relationship, writes Taylor Carson for Philadelphia. The couple first met while they were both working at Target in Abington, and they had their first date at Johnny Rockets on South Street in…
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WSJ: Donald Trump Unveils New $399 High Tops During Visit To Philadelphia’s Sneaker Con
Donald Trump has put his name on several different items and merchandise over the years, from vodka to ties and skyscrapers. But most recently, he introduced his new sneaker brand, a $399 “Never Surrender High-Top Sneaker,” writes Jacob Gallagher for The Wall Street Journal. He did so during his brief appearance at Philadelphia’s Sneaker Con…
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Wawa Hopes Chocolate and Hoagies Are a Good Combo
The sweetest place on Earth may soon also have Wawa hoagies if a Hershey store is approved, writes Sue Gleiter for Penn Live. Wawa wants to secure a store location in Hershey territory, at Cocoa Avenue and Fishburn Road in Derry Township. The proposed store is part of Wawa’s plan to expand its presence in…
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Nike To Open First Jordan Brand World of Flight U.S. Store in Center City
Nike is planning to open its first U.S.-based Jordan Brand World of Flight Store in Center City, writes Tom Dougherty for CBS News Philadelphia. The company submitted documents to the Philadelphia Historical Commission to confirm its plans to open the new store at 1617 Walnut Street in Rittenhouse Square. The building has nearly 7,000-square-feet of…
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Developer Shares Vision for Neshaminy Mall’s New Era
As Bensalem’s Neshaminy Mall hits the market amid decreased foot traffic and increased retail vacancies, one developer has a vision on how to boost its popularity, writes JD Mullane for the Bucks County Courier Times. Fusion Gyms founder Tony Chowdhary bought the mall’s former Macy’s to open his state-of-the-art fitness facility. He says that…
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WSJ: This Valentine’s Day, Some Philadelphians Are Opting to Choose Their Own Gifts
This Valentine’s Day, some Philadelphians have opted to choose the gifts their partners will present them on the most romantic day of the year, writes Suzanne Kapner for The Wall Street Journal. The act of self-gifting is on the rise. This is the case for Lena Parsell, an art director in Philadelphia, as the Christmas…
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Fox 29’s Bob Kelly Tours the Oldest Chocolate Business in the Region
Fox 29’s Bob Kelly recently got the chance to tour Asher’s Chocolate in Souderton to learn how they make their delicious chocolates. Asher’s has been making fine chocolates and other confectionary for five generations, since 1892. It is the oldest chocolate business in the Greater Philadelphia area. The family first set up shop in the…
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Starbucks Partners With GoPuff On New Pilot Program in Philly to Explore Late-Night Customer Demographic
Since gaining its popularity as an iconic coffee brand, Starbucks has worked hard to broaden its reach, and a new partnership marks the latest chapter in that endeavor, writes Angela L. Pagán for The Takeout. Starbucks has partnered with grocery and convenience food delivery service GoPuff, on a new pilot program to explore its potential…
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A Man’s Image, the Beloved South Philly Menswear Shop, Is Closing Its Doors After 60 Years
For 60 years, A Man’s Image on Passyunk Avenue has been a beloved staple for shoppers. However, due to the changing dynamics of retail, the menswear store will be closing its doors at the end of March, writes Zoe Greenberg for The Philadelphia Inquirer. In years past, A Man’s Image owners would see the store…
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Philadelphia Businesses Are Embracing the Profitable Taylor Swift-Travis Kelce Union Ahead of the Super Bowl
With the lack of the Philadelphia Eagles’ presence in the Super Bowl, Philadelphia-area small businesses have pivoted to celebrating the Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift union before the big game, writes Beatrice Forman for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The hype surrounding their relationship has been very profitable for both the NFL and various merchants. Swift’s appearances…
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