Food and Drink
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Here Are Some of the Best Places to Eat in Northern Liberties
Northern Liberties has become home to many younger Philadelphians who want to have a great time, and they are able to do so through the neighborhood’s plethora of bars and variety of BYOBs, write Maddy Sweitzer-Lamme and Sarah Maiellano for Philadelphia Magazine. Suya Suya West African Grill is one of the most exciting fast-casual restaurants…
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Philadelphia’s Newest Bakery Opens in Mount Airy
Philadelphia bakers Dayna Evans and Sam Carmichael have officially opened the doors to the city’s newest bakery: Downtime Bakery in Mount Airy, writes Kristin Hunt for PhillyVoice. For Evans, her first storefront comes after growing her following by selling sourdough bread at pop-ups and her East Mount Airy home. Downtime Bakery will sell bagels, bread,…
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Philadelphia Offers Variety of Delicious Foods to Ship to Loved Ones as Holiday Gifts
Philadelphia offers a variety of delicious foods that you can send to loved ones as holiday gifts that go beyond sweet treats, writes Hira Qureshi for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The pickle lover in your life will be fascinated by the fried pickle kits offered by Fishtown Pickle Project. The kits include their signature fresh pickles,…
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Treat Yourself to Some of the Most Festive Holiday Cookies From These Local Spots
If baking isn’t on your holiday to-do list this year, many local shops have you covered with delicious festive cookies sure to delight the whole family, write Maddy Sweitzer-Lammé and Kae Lani Palmisano for Philadelphia Magazine. Cake Life Bakery in Fishtown has prepared the most charming little cookie boxes for this year. These are filled…
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New June Bakery Readies to Open First Brick-and-Mortar in Brewerytown
Four years after discovering her knack for baking, New June Bakery owner Noelle Blizzard is preparing to open her first brick-and-mortar store in Brewerytown, writes Jason Sheehan for Philadelphia Magazine. “Opening New June’s first storefront is a return to my neighborhood, where it all began,” Blizzard said. “baking for my friends and neighbors, contributing to…
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Duck Donuts to Open Its Third Bucks County Location in Lower Makefield
Duck Donuts, the national donut chain, is preparing to open its third location in Bucks County in Prickett Preserve, a mixed-use development in Lower Makefield, writes Dino Ciliberti for the Patch. The new shop will be located next to the recently opened Firebirds Wood Fired Grill. Duck Donuts signed a lease for a 1,025-square-foot space…
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Collegeville Native Plans to Bring His Popular Halal Spot, Cousin’s Burger Home
Shahezad Contractor plans to bring Cousin’s Burger to his hometown Collegeville, writes Reuben Harley for the Philadelphia Citizen. Since debuting at the Philly Halal Food Festival, Contractor has expanded with locations in Fairmount, the Exton Mall, and South Street. He plans for more in Collegeville, Phoenixville, and Cinnaminson, NJ. As a Muslim, Contractor’s focus on…
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Several Foods Were Invented in Pennsylvania, and These Two Were Born in Philadelphia
The state of Pennsylvania and the city of Philadelphia have both played significant roles in contributing to innovation within the American culinary scene, writes Kalena Thomhave for The Keystone. When it comes to Philadelphia, the city is responsible for inventing bubble gum. It was less than 100 years ago in 1928 at the Fleer Chewing…
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Soft Pretzels Are the Only Food More Beloved Than Cheesesteaks in Philadelphia
There is only one food more beloved and more ubiquitous in Philadelphia than the cheesesteak: the soft pretzel, writes Laura Kiniry for Serious Eats. The Philly version of the popular snack is thicker, doughier, and more elongated than the traditional soft pretzel you’ll likely find in most other cities. This local favorite can be found…
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Owner of Nomadic Pies in Kennett Square Offers Advice on Diversifying Your Thanksgiving Table
Molly Johnston, owner of Nomadic Pies in Kennett Square, believes Thanksgiving tables should feature more than just pumpkin pies, write Courtney H. Diener-Stokes and Laurel Anderson for the County Lines Magazine. During the holiday, she always prepares three pies: maple pecan, apple, and pumpkin. “I could never have Thanksgiving without all three,” said Johnston. Nomadic…
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The Best Thanksgiving Takeout Options in Chester County
With Thanksgiving right around the corner, Chester County residents have plenty takeout meal options to save themselves time and dishes this holiday, write Claire Chmiel and Ben Silver for Main Line Today. Here is a list of five Chester County restaurants offering Thanksgiving takeout options to make hosting easier while supporting local businesses. Carlino’s…
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Philly’s Lily Fischer of Cake Life Bake Shop in Fishtown Wins New TV Baking Competition
Lily Fischer, co-owner of Cake Life Bake Shop, has won the first episode of the new Hulu baking competition series, Cookie, Cupcake, Cake, writes Jenn Ladd for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Fischer is no stranger to winning baking competitions, as this is her third competition win in the last 13 years. She previously won episodes of…
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Weckerly’s Ice Cream to Open Third Location, Eyes Rittenhouse Square
Weckerly’s Ice Cream is on the verge of further expanding its Philadelphia foothold with plans to open a third location, writes Chris Compendio for PhillyVoice. With locations already in Fishtown and King of Prussia, according to owner Cristina Torres, a move to Rittenhouse Square is the “natural next step.” She noted that Rittenhouse would be…
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The Crossover Is a New Food Sensation at PhastBreak Cheesesteaks in Springfield
Two Delaware County businessmen have brought a new food combination to Springfield—the Crossover, reports Bob Kelly of Kelly Drives on Fox 29 Philadelphia. Bill McKee and Tom Shivers, both of Glen Mills, opened PhastBreak Cheesesteaks back in September in in Springfield. Out of their shop came the Crossover—a doughnut and pizza combo, though customers can…
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Best Spots in Philly to Buy Thanksgiving Pies
If you are short on time or not a fan of baking, these Philadelphia spots have you covered with everything from classic Thanksgiving pies to more unique, out-of-the-box options, writes Maddy Sweitzer-Lammé for Philadelphia Magazine. The pumpkin pie at Fiore Fine Foods in Kensington is a true showstopper, featuring creative touches like candied pepitas on…
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Gazzos Steaks 90 Days Away From an Expected Opening in Haverford
Gazzos Steaks hopes to open its new takeout location in the Ardmore section of Haverford Township within the next 90 days, writes Max Bennett for Patch. The popular Pottstown cheesesteak shop is expanding into Delaware County with its location at 2528 Haverford Road in Ardmore. Owners Joe Lewis and Mike Lamson are working with Haverford…
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Quakertown’s Mercatino Italiano Expanding to Bethlehem in 2025
Mercatino Italiano, the popular Italian market in Quakertown, will expand to Bethlehem early next year, writes Graysen Golter for The Morning Call. “I hope to bring a sense of family to Bethlehem with cooked meals and offerings that feel like home to a new community,” said Mercatino Italiano owner Kristin Randazzo. The new location will…
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Dining Out This Thanksgiving? These Philadelphia Restaurants Have You Covered
If you are planning to dine out this Thanksgiving, the Philadelphia restaurant scene offers many great options to choose from, writes Hira Qureshi for The Philadelphia Inquirer. At Bank & Bourbon, you can enjoy a buffet of seasonal salads and soups along with displays of seafood and aged ham and accompaniments including candied yams and…
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