Food and Drink
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This North Philly Food Cart Owner Wants To Make Corn a Local Food Staple
Nija Wiggins is the owner of food cart, Corneey’s, which sells freshly prepared gourmet corn-centric items, and she is on a mission to establish her corn creations, writes Mike Newall for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Her creations include deep-fried corn on the cob, jerk-style corn on the cob with jerk chicken and peppers, and Cajun-style corn…
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Bucks County Italian Market Launches Alto Bakery & Caffè in Warminster
Altomonte’s, the iconic Italian market and delicatessen operating in Doylestown and Warminster, is launching a bakery and cafe, writes Jeff Werner for The Patch. Alto Bakery & Caffè which will open its doors to the Warminster community, will be offering an ample selection of authentic gourmet Italian fare including Roman pizza slices, gelato, sandwiches,…
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The Ground Coffee, Plants & Gifts in Norris Square is the Place To Go
The Ground Coffee, Plants & Gifts, is the perfect place to create your own drink, enjoy a delicious breakfast, and also pick up a new plant for your home, reports Bob Kelly for FOX 29. “We love plants here,” said Michelle Miller, co-owner of The Ground. “We feel like there are so many benefits to…
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Freelance Pizza, Started By Philadelphia Man During the Pandemic, Could Be Returning After More Than a Year
Freelance Pizza, a charitable but questionably legal project started by Dave Quaile during the pandemic, might be coming back after a year-long absence, writes Jason Sheehan for Philadelphia Magazine. Quaile, a culinary school dropout with a love for making pizza, started documenting his pizza experiments on Instagram when COVID-19 brought the entire city to a…
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Café Don Pedro, New Coffee Roaster in Brewerytown, is About Much More Than Serving Coffee
Coffee has been a part of Pedro Rodriguez’s life from the very beginning, growing up in the Dominican Republic. Now at 69 years old, he is entering into the coffee roasting business and recently launched his own coffee roasting company, Café Don Pedro, writes Nate File for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Café Don Pedro sources and…
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Zero-proof bars, Bottle Shops Are Growing in Popularity in the Philadelphia Region
It is not just in Dry January that people are embracing an alcohol-free lifestyle, writes Laura Brzyski for Philadelphia Magazine. Since the pandemic, more people in the Philadelphia region are choosing to be sober or to be more mindful of how much alcohol they are consuming. To meet the growing demand for fun non-alcohol cocktails…
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Largest Pretzel Franchise in World, Auntie Anne’s, Got Its Start in Downingtown
The largest pretzel franchise in the world, Auntie Anne’s, got its start in Downingtown, where its founder Anne Beiler purchased a stand at the farmers market, writes Matt Benedetto for abc27 News. “Anne started baking pretzels to help fund her husband’s desire to provide free family counseling services for their community,” states the company’s website.…
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Jacob Trinh’s Nướng Shines in First Class of Lucky Well Incubator
Jacob Trinh’s Nướng, a concept that focuses on cooking over a live wood fire, is a standout in the current class of Lucky Well Incubator, writes Craig LaBan for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The incubator is a first-of-its-kind shared kitchen project in Philadelphia that offers up-and-coming chefs and culinary entrepreneurs a platform and launching pad. Owner…
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Philadelphia, Like Several Other Cities With Soda Taxes, Saw Sugary Drink Sales Fall As Prices Rose
A study published in the JAMA Health Forum found that Philadelphia is one of five U.S. cities that saw the sales of sugary drinks fall dramatically in recent years, writes Maria Godoy for NPR. The researchers took a deep dive into Philadelphia, Seattle, San Francisco, Oakland, and Boulder for the study — all cities that…
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I Knead Coffee in Bridgesburg is the Perfect Place For Delicious Sweets and a Caffeine Pick-Me-Up
If you need a caffeine pick-me-up, delicious sweets, or a hearty breakfast, I Knead Coffee in Bridesburg is the perfect place to visit, reports Bob Kelly for FOX 29. The shop is owned by Carley Schwab, who first started baking at her parent’s house. “I was like a cottage baker,” said Schwab. One of her…
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For Haitians in Philly, Nationwide, Soup Joumou is a Symbol of Freedom and Independence on New Year’s Day
While many foods may be associated with good luck, one food in particular is linked with the concept of freedom: soup joumou, writes Sabrina Vourvoulias for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Soup joumou is a native Haitian soup made with squash, beef, potatoes, and a variety of vegetables. “On January 1, 1804, the freed Black men and…
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Flip City Shakes: Where Mouthwatering Burgers Meet Retro Charm in Southampton
Flip City Shakes in Southampton offers burgers with a retro twist, reports Bob Kelly for Fox 29. The spot full of family fun has been in town for nine and a half years. Along with burgers, the restaurant also has hot dogs loaded with toppings, an abundance of fries, tater tots, mouthwatering ribeye steak…
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Enjoy Delicious Gluten-Free Donuts, Snacks at Okie Dokie Donuts in South Philly
Okie Dokie Donuts in South Philadelphia offers delicious gluten-free donuts along with other savory gluten-free snacks for your enjoyment, reports Bob Kelly for FOX 29 Philadelphia. In addition to classic donuts, the popular spot also offers a selection of specialty items. “The specialty ones are really nice as well,” said one regular customer. “I like…
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DTown Cafe, Doylestown’s Latest Breakfast and Lunch Hot Spot, Offers Homemade Pierogis and More
DTown Cafe has debuted in the Doylestown food scene, offering breakfast, freshly baked goods, and even pierogis, according to WNews247. The breakfast and lunch spot uses generations-old traditional recipes. The menu also offers soups from scratch, chicken pot pies, salads, and sandwiches. Esteemed chef Conar Welsh is the brains (and hands) behind the…
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A Popular Canadian Coffee Chain Is Looking to Expand in Greater Philadelphia
Tim Hortons, a popular Canadian coffee chain, is looking to grow its presence in the Greater Philadelphia region, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The chain recently opened its fifth New Jersey store in Cinnaminson, New Jersey at the end of November. There is also a Tim Hortons coffee shop in Stratford at…
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Beloved Fishtown Ice Cream Shop, Weckerly’s Set to Reopen Under New Ownership in January
Two months after founders Andy and Jen Satinsky announced that Weckerly’s Ice Cream would be closing, it will instead reopen in January under new ownership, writes Hira Qureshi for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The Satinskys have sold the Weckerly’s Ice Cream to Cristina Torres. Her love for the popular Fishtown ice cream shop began in 2021…
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Madison McEntee Pens Unique Cookbook for Those Cooking Alone
Do you burn cornflakes? Live at Wawa? Have enough empty pizza boxes to build your own clubhouse? We’ve got a cookbook for you. Madison McEntee has created a book of recipes for those who may be out on their own, possibly for the first time, and are a little lost in the kitchen. McEntee draws…
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How The Bridge Coffee Shop in Levittown Transforms Every Cup into Community Support
Pouring more than just coffee, The Bridge Coffee and Community in Levittown steams up a blend of warmth and goodwill, proving that every cup of joe can be a vessel for change, writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times. Launched by the Restoration Church, the coffee shop extends the congregation’s dedication to…
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