• Get Your Quarters Ready: Construction Begins on New Aldi Store in Phoenixville Area 

    Get Your Quarters Ready: Construction Begins on New Aldi Store in Phoenixville Area 

    Construction has begun on a new Aldi store in the Phoenixville area, with excavation and building crews breaking ground in East Pikeland and making significant progress in recent weeks, writes Justin Heinze for the Patch.  The new location for the popular discount grocer will be at 297 Schuylkill Road, directly across from O’Grady’s.  “The Aldi…

  • Check Out the Pop-Up Offering Delicious Plant-Based Alternatives at 30th Street Station

    Check Out the Pop-Up Offering Delicious Plant-Based Alternatives at 30th Street Station

    With much of the 30th Street Station food court under renovation, BTW, It’s Vegan has stepped in to serve plant-based alternatives for hungry travelers, writes Julia Binswanger for Billy Penn at WHYY. The independent pop-up has been serving vegan versions of popular indulgent bites, along with some gluten-free options, since June. “Everyone’s coming in,” said…

  • Trevose-Based Rita’s Italian Ice Reimagines Old Buildings for New Locations

    Trevose-Based Rita’s Italian Ice Reimagines Old Buildings for New Locations

    Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard, founded in Bensalem and headquartered in Trevose, is a beloved dessert spot that’s gotten creative with its real estate, reports Daisha Jones for PHL17.   Since its founding in 1984, the franchise has opened more than 500 locations in the country.   Rita’s often converts old buildings and reimagines…

  • Two Philly Sandwich Shops Rank Among Top 100 in America, According to Inaugural Yelp List

    Two Philly Sandwich Shops Rank Among Top 100 in America, According to Inaugural Yelp List

    Yelp has released its inaugural list of the top 100 delis in the United States and two Philadelphia sandwich shops can be found on the list, writes Abigail Chachoute for the Philadelphia Business Journal. At No. 40 on the list is Christie’s Deli. The Logan Square deli, which has been around for about 10 years,…

  • Looking for a Spot to Eat, Hang Out, and Bring Your Pooch? These Philly Bars and Restaurants Have You Covered

    Looking for a Spot to Eat, Hang Out, and Bring Your Pooch? These Philly Bars and Restaurants Have You Covered

    Philadelphia offers numerous dog-friendly destinations so you never have to leave your four-legged companion behind, even for lunch or drinks, writes Laura Swartz for Philadelphia Magazine. The Boozy Mutt in Brewerytown is designed specifically for dogs. It features a 6,500-square-foot indoor-outdoor dog park for off-leash socializing, a self-serve dog wash station, trained staff, a dog…

  • Meet the Brother-Sister Duo Introducing Smash Burgers to South Philadelphia

    Meet the Brother-Sister Duo Introducing Smash Burgers to South Philadelphia

    A brother and sister duo have introduced something new and delicious to South Philadelphia with Smash’d Burgers & Shakes, reports Bob Kelly for FOX 29 Philadelphia. The siblings John and Nikki Palmer decided to shake things up in the neighborhood — known especially for its cheesesteaks —with smash burgers. “It’s definitely the trending thing,” said…

  • Horsham’s Grupo Bimbo Boasts Stunning Global Sustainability Gains

    Horsham’s Grupo Bimbo Boasts Stunning Global Sustainability Gains

    Horsham’s Grupo Bimbo, the world’s largest baking company, marked World Environment Day by showcasing its progress toward ambitious 2030 and 2050 sustainability goals, the company announced in a press release to GlobeNewswire. Grupo Bimbo’s Nourishing a Better World strategy centers on three pillars: Net Zero Carbon Emissions, Zero Waste, and Regenerative Agriculture. Bimbo aims to…

  • Seafood Market Owner Helps Day Room at St. Agnes Church Keep Running for Those in Need 

    Seafood Market Owner Helps Day Room at St. Agnes Church Keep Running for Those in Need 

    Andy Gadaleto, owner of Gadaleto’s Seafood Market, stepped in to keep the Day Room at West Chester’s St. Agnes Church running after a recent setback, writes Ed Williams for the Main Line Today.  Previously known as the Dorothy Day Center, the Day Room provided light breakfasts and hot lunches, along with groceries, clothing, baby supplies,…

  • Cantina La Martina to Host Third Annual Cemita Festival Sunday

    Cantina La Martina to Host Third Annual Cemita Festival Sunday

    Cantina La Martina is bringing back its annual Cemita Festival for a third year on Sunday, August 10, writes Jason Sheehan for Philadelphia Magazine. The yearly event celebrates the cemita, an iconic sandwich from Puebla, a city in Mexico. The event brings together 10 different vendors, featuring some of the best chefs Philadelphia has to…

  • Beloved Newtown-based Deli Takes Its Menu on the Road with New Food Truck

    Beloved Newtown-based Deli Takes Its Menu on the Road with New Food Truck

    Newtown’s The Borscht Belt deli is taking to the streets this summer in their new food truck, bringing delicious food to public and private events, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch.  “We’re thrilled to announce that the Borscht Belt Food Truck is officially on the move — spreading good vibes, great food, and a whole lot…

  • Two Bucks County Ice Cream Shops Make Inquirer’s Best-Of List

    Two Bucks County Ice Cream Shops Make Inquirer’s Best-Of List

    With summer heat arriving, nothing beats cooling off with delicious ice cream or gelato, and two Bucks County spots have some of the best in the region, according to Michael Klein at The Philadelphia Inquirer. Owowcow Creamery opened 16 years ago in Ottsville. It was launched by John Fezzuoglio, a New York graphic artist who…

  • Asher’s Chocolate, Federal Donuts, and Phish Rock a Collab with a Cause

    Asher’s Chocolate, Federal Donuts, and Phish Rock a Collab with a Cause

    Souderton’s premier chocolate company, Asher’s Chocolate, has teamed up with Federal Donuts yet again for a limited release treat showcasing jam band Phish, writes Michael Althouse for Philly Voice. Dubbed the “My Sweet One” donut after a fan-favorite Phish song, the creation features a chocolate cake base, milk chocolate glaze, and a dulce de leche…

  • Check Out the Local Food and Drink Spots That Made Philly Mag’s 2025 Best Of List

    Check Out the Local Food and Drink Spots That Made Philly Mag’s 2025 Best Of List

    Philadelphia Magazine has released its 2025 Best Of Philly list and its “Food & Drink” category is a great microcosm of how strong the city’s dining scene truly is. For best new restaurant, be sure to visit Little Water in Rittenhouse Square. Looking for a quick bite? A rye tartlet at Emmett could fulfill your…

  • Chesapeake Crab Company in Garnet Valley Brings the Ocean to Delco

    Chesapeake Crab Company in Garnet Valley Brings the Ocean to Delco

    The Chesapeake Crab Company in Garnet Valley brings seaside tastes to Delaware County. They’ll sell you a dozen blue crabs, a half bushel, or a whole bushel fresh from the Chesapeake Bay, along with a variety of homemade crab and seafood delicacies. The business is family owned, operated by John Renzi, along with his wife…

  • James Beard Award Winner Ellen Yin to Embark On Newest Project in Center City

    James Beard Award Winner Ellen Yin to Embark On Newest Project in Center City

    Ellen Yin, the James Beard Award-winning restaurateur behind High Street and Fork, is gearing up to open her newest project later this summer, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Called The Bread Room, the new project will serve as a bakery, workshop, and event space all rolled into one. The Bread Room will be…

  • 6 Philadelphia Shops Make List of 14 Must-Try Pizzerias in Pennsylvania

    6 Philadelphia Shops Make List of 14 Must-Try Pizzerias in Pennsylvania

    Six Philadelphia eateries have found a place on the list of 14 must-try pizzerias in Pennsylvania, offering delicious flavors that pizza aficionados will enjoy, writes Harper James for Foodie Haven. Angelo’s Pizzeria serves exceptional thin-crust pizzas that have quickly become local favorites. Each pizza is crafted with fresh, high-quality ingredients, making every bite a true…

  • Owner of Down North Pizza Prepares to Open New Coffee Shop in West Philadelphia

    Owner of Down North Pizza Prepares to Open New Coffee Shop in West Philadelphia

    Muhammad Abdul-Hadi, the notable owner of Down North Pizza in Strawberry Mansion, is celebrating the opening of his newest business venture, writes Isaac Avilucea for AXIOS Philadelphia. On Saturday, July 12, Abdul-Hadi will officially open Out West, a new coffee shop in West Philadelphia. Just like he does with Down North Pizza, Abdul-Hadi is hiring…

  • Aramark Brings Its Food Service Expertise to Subaru Park in Chester

    Aramark Brings Its Food Service Expertise to Subaru Park in Chester

    Aramark Sports + Entertainment will be the official food, beverage, and retail provider at Subaru Park in Chester, starting Wednesday, July 9, during the Philadelphia Union’s U.S. Open Cup Quarterfinal match against the New York Red Bulls. Subaru Park is the home stadium for the Philadelphia Union soccer team. Beginning July 17, Aramark will also…