• Montco Chef Zack Wannawong Rebuilds Life After Amputation, Eyes Culinary Comeback

    Montco Chef Zack Wannawong Rebuilds Life After Amputation, Eyes Culinary Comeback

    Few people wake up expecting their lives to change forever. But that’s exactly what happened to Zack Wannawong on April 8, 2024, write Kylee Steiglelman and Ben Silver for Main Line Today. The chef, known for his work at Conshohocken’s Hotel West & Main, woke with unbearable pain in his right foot. Suspecting a blood…

  • Ardmore’s Tired Hands Rebrands Original Brewpub with New Name & Cocktails

    Ardmore’s Tired Hands Rebrands Original Brewpub with New Name & Cocktails

    Big changes are brewing in Ardmore’s Tired Hands, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The brewing company has reimagined its original BrewCafé, now operating as Ardmore Brewing Co. The new name comes with a refreshed interior, an expanded food and cocktail menu, and a streamlined beer list. Founder Jean Broillet IV says the…

  • Langhorne Welcomes Bucks County’s First MaGerk’s Pub & Grill

    Langhorne Welcomes Bucks County’s First MaGerk’s Pub & Grill

    MaGerk’s Pub & Grill, a popular spot for bar-style food with several locations in Montgomery County, opened its first Bucks County eatery in Langhorne last week, writes Dino Ciliberti for the Patch. MaGerk’s, located at the Summit Square Shopping Center, just off of the Newtown Bypass in Middletown Township, occupies a 6,000-square-foot space that was…

  • Check Out the New Additions to Citizens Bank Park’s Menu

    Check Out the New Additions to Citizens Bank Park’s Menu

    When you go to a Philadelphia Phillies game this upcoming season, you’ll likely notice a number of new menu items being offered at Citizens Bank Park, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Aramark Sports + Entertainment, the concessionaire for Citizens Bank Park, announced a number of these additions, such as a new sandwich…

  • Burgers Enjoying Moment in Philadelphia As More Chefs Craft Unique Versions of Classic Food Item

    Burgers Enjoying Moment in Philadelphia As More Chefs Craft Unique Versions of Classic Food Item

    Burgers are enjoying a moment in Philadelphia, with local chefs from even the most upscale restaurants crafting elevated takes on the popular American classic, writes Kae Lani Palmisano for Philadelphia Magazine. “One of the cool things about this proliferation of burgers is that it’s sort of a lens to filter your own cuisine and culinary…

  • Which Philly Food Spots Have Best ‘Delivery Cheesesteaks?’ Inquirer’s Food Staff Provide Answers

    Which Philly Food Spots Have Best ‘Delivery Cheesesteaks?’ Inquirer’s Food Staff Provide Answers

    A cheesesteak that is delivered is quite different from one fresh off the grill, with time, handling, and distance traveled among the determinants, writes the Inquirer Food Staff. A delivered cheesesteak from Angelo’s Pizzeria isn’t quite the same as one fresh from the shop, but the meat and cheese in the roll aren’t far off.…

  • Rising Egg Costs Are Taking Toll On Philadelphia’s Breakfast Scene

    Rising Egg Costs Are Taking Toll On Philadelphia’s Breakfast Scene

    With egg prices rising nationwide, many local food spots have been forced to increase costs for some of their egg-based dishes, write Mike D’Onofrio, Kelly Tyko, and Nathan Borney for AXIOS Philadelphia. Middle Child announced on social media earlier this week that it is increasing its egg-based dishes by 50 cents, depending on the dish.…

  • Chester County Ice Cream Shop Draws Crowds for First Glimpses of Spring

    Chester County Ice Cream Shop Draws Crowds for First Glimpses of Spring

    Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream, with various locations across Chester County, has seen an uptick in customers since the warmer weather has arrived, reports Adam Joseph for 6ABC.   A large group gathered outside of the Handel’s location in Berwyn, ready to celebrate the early arrival of spring.   Handel’s has 48 rotating flavors each month, with each…

  • Hatboro Pizza Celebrates 25 Years of Serving Up Tradition and Community

    Hatboro Pizza Celebrates 25 Years of Serving Up Tradition and Community

    Hatboro Pizza has been a local favorite for 25 years, but its roots go even deeper, writes Dino Ciliberti for the Patch. Owners John and Monica Katelas have been in the pizza business since the 1970s, starting in Philadelphia before making their way to Hatboro, where they’ve built a true community staple. Since opening on…

  • Stella of New Hope Refreshes Bar Menu, Adds Adult Happy Meal

    Stella of New Hope Refreshes Bar Menu, Adds Adult Happy Meal

    Stella of New Hope has introduced a refresh of its bar menu, featuring new elevated snacks and bites and its first-ever Adult Happy Meal, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. The new bar menu from Executive Chef Keith Bernstein is offered nightly during dinner service in the cozy 12-seat bar. It features several dishes from…

  • Midnight Pasta Offers Unforgettable Dinner-and-Show Combo in Philadelphia

    Midnight Pasta Offers Unforgettable Dinner-and-Show Combo in Philadelphia

    Natalia Lepore Hagan’s Midnight Pasta parties offer a seamless blend of a hands-on pasta-making workshop along with a decadent five-course meal — an experience sure to leave a lasting impression, writes Jenn Ladd for The Philadelphia Inquirer. During the event, usually held around 6 PM at BLDG39 at the Arsenal — a former industrial warehouse…

  • Skittles Flavor and Topping Arrive at Rita’s Italian Ice Just in Time for Summer

    Skittles Flavor and Topping Arrive at Rita’s Italian Ice Just in Time for Summer

    Trevose-based Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard has introduced a new Skittles flavor and topping just in time for the 2025 summer season, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Skittles Italian ice, made in partnership with the candy’s owner Mars, will be available for a limited time, starting on March 17. Rita’s described…

  • Activate Your Taste Buds At Some of Philadelphia’s Best Brunch Spots

    Activate Your Taste Buds At Some of Philadelphia’s Best Brunch Spots

    Pennsylvania isn’t short on culinary delights that enrich a vibrant brunch scene, writes Marlon Amorin for DDD Near Me. The same can be said about Philadelphia, with a number of top-tier brunch spots with delicious options. At Café La Maude, you can indulge yourself in a mix of French and Lebanese dining options, such as…

  • Skippack’s Brothers Kershner Brewing Expands to Avondale with The Barrel

    Skippack’s Brothers Kershner Brewing Expands to Avondale with The Barrel

    Brothers Kershner Brewing Co. is expanding into Chester County with a new taproom, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The Barrel by Brothers Kershner is set to open in May. The brewery has signed a lease for a historic two-story stone building at 122 Pennsylvania Ave. in Avondale. The site is previously home…

  • This Innovative Concept Supports Philly’s Food Entrepreneurs With Coworking Kitchen Space

    This Innovative Concept Supports Philly’s Food Entrepreneurs With Coworking Kitchen Space

    Culinary Collective is an innovative concept that offers Philadelphia food entrepreneurs coworking commercial kitchen space that supports pop-up restaurants, food trucks, and much more, writes Natalia Sanchez Loayza for Billy Penn at WHYY. Each of the cooks working in the family-owned space in the Frankford Arsenal is preparing something different — from carrot cakes and…

  • Rap Snacks CEO Set to Debut New Potato Chip Brand in Honor of Black Food Innovators

    Rap Snacks CEO Set to Debut New Potato Chip Brand in Honor of Black Food Innovators

    The CEO of Rap Snacks has launched a new potato chip brand that pays homage to Black food innovators, writes Delano Massey for AXIOS Philadelphia. James Lindsay, a Philadelphia native, has launched Crum chips. The new chip brand is a tribute to George Crum, the Black chef who is credited for creating the potato chip.…

  • Perkasie’s Carter Siporin Showcases Impressive Skills on This Season of ‘Kids Baking Championship’

    Perkasie’s Carter Siporin Showcases Impressive Skills on This Season of ‘Kids Baking Championship’

    Eleven-year-old Carter Siporin from Perkasie has been showcasing his impressive baking skills on the latest season of Kids Baking Championship, reports Astrid Martinez for NBC10 Philadelphia. Competing against 11 talented young bakers from across the country, he has wowed the judges with his stunning cakes and other exquisite baked creations. Carter made his first two-tier…

  • Bredenbeck’s Bakery is Bringing Taste of Louisiana to Philadelphia for Mardi Gras

    Bredenbeck’s Bakery is Bringing Taste of Louisiana to Philadelphia for Mardi Gras

    With Mardi Gras just around the corner, Bredenbeck’s Bakery in Chestnut Hill is here to help you celebrate, by offering a vibrant array of purple, green, and gold treats, reports Howard Monroe for CBS News Philadelphia. One of the main items on the menu over the next few days is its ever popular, King Cake.…