South Philadelphia
South Philadelphia, or “South Philly,” is a vibrant and diverse neighborhood known for its rich immigrant history, particularly Italian-American heritage.
It boasts iconic landmarks like the Italian Market, passionate sports culture, and a dynamic food scene, reflecting a blend of old-world charm and modern urban life.
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Philadelphia Roundup — Stories on Food, History, Philanthropy and More
It’s Jensen Toussaint, Editor of PHILADELPHIA Today, with a new edition of “The Philadelphia Roundup.” Like previous editions, this “Philadelphia Roundup” will sure to catch your…
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Philadelphia Roundup — Stories on Dogs, Movies, Food and More
It’s the start of a new week, so that means it’s the start of a new edition of the daily “Philadelphia Roundup.” This past weekend…
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Chef’s Table’s Takeout Counters in Grays Ferry Has Helped It Become a Catering Powerhouse
When walking down Grays Ferry in South Philadelphia, one may notice a series of takeout counters that offer a wide variety of food options, writes…
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Firstrust Bank Executive Chairman Richard Green Named of the 150 Most Influential Philadelphians
Richard Green, the Executive Chairman of the Board of Directors and Owner of Firstrust Bank, has been named one of the 150 Most Influential Philadelphians…
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Philadelphia Roundup — Stories on a New Restaurant, Bats, Fashion and More
Philadelphia isn’t without its share of interesting stories about various people, establishments, and happenings across all parts of the city. Here are some of pertinent…
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South Philadelphia’s Cambodian Restaurant, Mawn, is a Noodle Lover’s Dream
Husband and wife Phila and Rachel Lorn’s relationship has a lot to do with restaurants, writes Jason Sheehan for Philadelphia Magazine. The couple met in…
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Philadelphia Developers and Universities Advocate for More Transportation Options Amid Major Development Projects
There are many major development projects taking shape across Philadelphia, and as a result, conversations about transportation have been taking place, writes Paul Schwedelson for…
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Human Robot Brewing Expanding to South Philadelphia With New Taproom
Human Robot Brewing is soon opening a new taproom in South Philadelphia, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The tasting room will be…
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Are iPods ‘Vintage’ and ‘Retro?’ Urban Outfitters Thinks So
Urban Outfitters is beginning to sell some of the earlier iPod models and the terminology being used to describe them has people talking, writes Emily…
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Three South Philadelphia Restaurants Persevere Through Community, Nonprofit Support
Community support goes a long way in helping businesses succeed, and three popular South Philadelphia businesses can attest to this, writes Lynette Hazelton for The…
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Madira is Now Point Breeze’s Newest Sports Bar, and Features an Indian Flair
In an ordeal that has been five years in the making, Madira Bar and Grill in Point Breeze is back with a whole new look,…
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Here Are 2 Spots in Philadelphia Where You Can Buy Apple Cider Donuts
With the final quarter of the year upon us and the fall weather creeping in, fall treats like apple cider donuts are all the buzz,…
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Hilco Redevelopment Partners’ New Construction Could Bring Thousands of Jobs to Philadelphia
For well over 100 years, 34th and Hartranft Streets in South Philadelphia was the location of the East Coast’s biggest oil refinery, writes Inga Saffron…
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An Iconic South Philadelphia Bakery is Filling its Customers With More Than Desserts — Also Memories
When the owners of Termini Bros. announced it was renovating its floors over the summer, it provided an opportunity for customers to take home a…
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As the 2026 FIFA World Cup Approaches, Preparation Visits Are Underway
Despite being nearly three years away, FIFA officials are taking tours across host cities and recently visited Philadelphia to prepare for the 2026 World Cup,…
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“That Place is a Lot of Fun. It is Unique,” NFL Reporter Pam Oliver Had This to Say about Lincoln Financial Field
After working more than 30 years in the sports journalism industry, Pam Oliver has seen and done just about it all, writes Richard Deitsch for…
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A Formerly Incarcerated Man Turns Life Around with Help from South Philadelphia Nonprofit
After spending years in prison, it was difficult for Tommy Braithwaite to reintegrate into society, writes Josh Sanders for CBS News Philadelphia. “I’ve applied…
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A Tale of Two Pizza Shops: CJ&D’s and Eda’s Pizzeria Enter the Philly Pie Scene
CJ&D’s Trenton Tomato Pies and Eda’s Pizzeria are two establishments that debuted in Philadelphia that both offer styles of pie that are less mainstream, writes…
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