Philadelphia
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Check Out Some of Best BYOBs Philadelphia Has to Offer
The vibrant BYOB scene is a staple in Philadelphia’s culinary landscape and many have become neighborhood hot spots, writes Hira Qureshi for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Mawn in Bella Vista serves Cambodian cuisine with highlights like the Cambodian papaya salad with spicy tamarind and dried shrimp. El Chingón in East Passyunk is known for its cemitas…
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William Penn Foundation Instituting Broad Set of Changes on Its Funding Amid Generational Leadership Shift
The William Penn Foundation, the largest foundation devoted solely to giving in the Philadelphia region, is implementing a wide array of changes over the kind of projects and organizations it wants to fund and how groups can apply for funding, writes Peter Dobrin for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The shifts are being influenced in part by…
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Philadelphia Youth Commission Relaunches With 21 New Members
For the first time in eight years, the Philadelphia Youth Commission is fully staffed as part of Mayor Cherelle Parker’s Commission on Youth Engagement. On Monday, July 8, 21 young people were appointed to the Commission during a ceremony at City Hall. During her remarks, Parker highlighted that Philadelphia is home to an estimated 345,000…
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Philadelphia Pastry Chef Wins ‘Next Baking Master: Paris on Food Network’ Competition
Philadelphia pastry chef Robert Toland won the title of “Next Baking Master: Paris on Food Network,” writes Marilyn Johnson for Philly Grub. Toland is the executive pastry chef at Garces Group. He was one of 10 chefs to compete on “Next Baking Master.” Contestants were required to demonstrate their baking and pastry chops through various…
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4 Dos and 2 (Please) Don’ts to Beat the Heat this Summer in Philadelphia
Summer is here and with it brings plenty of sunshine, time with friends, and fun adventures in and around the city. But it can also bring excessive heat that can derail anyone’s day, and even health if you’re not careful. Philadelphia has plenty of ways to stay cool this summer, so read on to learn…
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These Eateries Serve Some of Best Tacos in Philadelphia
Philadelphia has a robust taco scene with plenty of delicious options available, from tacos al pastor negro to a breakfast-inspired bacon, egg, and cheese taco and so much more, write Maddy Sweitzer-Lammé and Hannah Albertine for Philadelphia Magazine. El Mezcal Cantina in Point Breeze is a Mexican restaurant with a range of Mexican regional influences…
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Philadelphia’s Homicide and Crime Rates Continue to Go Down
Back in April 2024, Philadelphia had seen a 34 percent fewer homicides than the same time period the previous year. Now in the beginning of July, the homicide rate continues to be at a lower rate, writes Victor Fiorillo for Philadelphia Magazine. Philadelphia has seen about 131 homicides this year, according to City of Philadelphia…
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Enjoy Watching Your Favorite Movies Outdoors Throughout Philly This Summer
Fans of free outdoor movies will have plenty of options this summer to enjoy their favorites with lots of family-friendly films all around Philadelphia, writes Laura Swartz for the Philadelphia Magazine. Libertee Grounds are having free showings of retro movies each Wednesday. They also have their full menu available throughout the movie. You can even…
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Philly Has Some of the Worst Traffic in the World, According to New Report
While Bangkok has often been regarded with having among the worst traffic in the world, Philadelphia has the Thai city beat, writes Victor Fiorillo for Philadelphia Magazine. This is based off a new traffic report published by the company INRIX, which specializes in such things. The new Global Traffic Scorecard by INRIX includes data from…
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Philly Entrepreneurs Are Advocating for Lower Taxes
Philadelphia business owners were gathered in droves when Philadelphia’s revived Tax Reform Commission recently held its first public hearing, writes Pat Loeb for KYW Newsradio. The business owners were pushing for various tax cuts. Jeff DuVuono, has spent decades in the local real estate industry, and has seen suburban office space almost double while Philly’s…
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Philadelphia is the Most Walkable City in the United States
USA Today has compiled a list of the 10 best walkable cities for tourists in the United States, and Philadelphia was atop the list for the second consecutive year. The 10 cities were selected by a panel of travel experts and voted by readers as the best for their walkability during a visit. Each of…
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Despite Entering Final Year of Contract, Dallas Goedert Sees Bright Future With the Eagles
Philadelphia Eagles tight end Dallas Goedert is heading into the final year of his contract but hopes to see a longer future with the team, writes Michael David Smith for Pro Football Talk. “I love being in Philadelphia. I’m going to give them everything I’ve got and let the chips fall where they may fall,”…
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Apartments in Philly Are Shrinking, Which Can Have a Major Impact on the City’s Demographics
The average size of Philadelphia apartments are among the smallest in the nation, and are projected to become even smaller with the current pipeline of multifamily construction, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. According to a report from RentCafe, Philadelphia’s average new apartment size is 764 square feet. This is the ninth-smallest in…
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Here Are Some Black-Owned Restaurants in Philadelphia You Must Try
Philadelphia has a number of Black-owned businesses that feed both your soul and your belly, writes Jasmine Osby for Travel Noire. Friday Saturday Sunday, a 2023 James Beard Award winner, is one of the longest-running restaurants at 40 years. However, the new concept features an evolving eight-course tasting menu. Jamaican D’s has managed to create…
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Philadelphia Boys Choir & Chorale, Commonwealth Youthchoirs Are Likely to Merge
Philadelphia Boys Choir & Chorale and the Commonwealth Youthchoirs, two of the Philadelphia area’s most visible children’s choruses with more than 500 voices, are likely to eventually merge, writes Peter Dobrin for at The Philadelphia Inquirer. Leaders of the two are currently discussing possibilities for an alliance and recently approved a partnership that has already…
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These Philly Ice Cream Shops Offer Some of the Best Ice Cream in the Region
Eating delicious ice cream is an ideal way to cool off during hot summer days, writes Laura Swartz for Philadelphia Magazine. Luckily, many excellent shops in Philadelphia make some of the best frozen treats in the region. The Franklin Fountain in Old City recreates a 1900s-style vibe with vintage-looking uniforms, decors, and equipment. Highlights include…
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New Pilot Program Launches in Philly to Help Improve Maternal and Infant Health Outcomes
The Philly Joy Bank has launched in Philadelphia to help support pregnant Philadelphians and improve maternal and health outcomes, writes Nicole Leonard for WHYY. The pilot program will provide guaranteed monthly income of $1,000 to pregnant Philadelphians. The overall goal is to reduce racial disparities in a city that has among the highest poverty rates…
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Philadelphia Offers a Dynamic Fusion of Cuisines, Culture and Creativity
Once a tourist hotspot due to its political history, Philadelphia has been attracting more visitors lately thanks to its dynamic fusion of diverse cuisines, cultures, and creativity, writes Zoey Goto for National Geographic. The city has the second-largest Italian and Irish communities in the country, as well as the fourth-largest African-American community, so it is…
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