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  • The Bellevue skyline at night.
    Restaurants & Lodging

    How to Plan a Philadelphia Food Weekend, Starting With Where You Stay 

    June 11, 2026

    Philadelphia has spent the last few years quietly turning into one of the country’s most exciting places to eat, writes Regan Stephens for Bon Appétit.  The accolades have piled…

  • Elfreth's Alley in Philadelphia's Old City neighborhood, showing cobblestone pavement, Colonial-era brick rowhomes, and historic flags on a quiet morning.
    Tourism

    Best Hidden Streets in Philadelphia: A Local’s Guide to the City’s Most Charming Blocks

    June 1, 2026

    Philadelphia is often celebrated for its history, sports culture, and iconic landmarks. But some of the city’s most beautiful places are the tiny streets tucked…

  • A hoagie.
    Food and Drink

    From Queen Village to Fishtown, These Spots Make Food & Wine’s Best Philadelphia Hoagies List

    May 5, 2026

    While Philadelphia is best known for cheesesteaks, hoagies — with their endless variations — are a close second in the city’s sandwich hierarchy, writes Robert…

  • Aerial view of modern buildings against the sky In Philadelphia.
    Community

    9 Philadelphia Neighborhoods Named Among Best Places to Live in Pennsylvania

    April 19, 2026

    Stacker has compiled a list of the 30 best places to live in Pennsylvania, and nearly one-third of the neighborhoods are located in Philadelphia, according…

  • Shiroi Hana entrance.
    Restaurants & Lodging

    Center City’s Longest-Operating Japanese Restaurant Permanently Closes After More Than 4 Decades

    February 14, 2026

    Shiroi Hana, the longest-operating Japanese restaurant in Center City, has served its final meal as it has now closed, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia…

  • 1101 Walnut Street property.
    Real Estate

    Abrams Realty Unveils New Plans for Washington Square West Site, Promising ‘Coolest Building in Philadelphia’

    October 13, 2025

    Abrams Realty & Development has decided to scrap its previous plan to build a multifamily high-rise at the former Wendy’s site on Walnut Street and…

  • Di Bruno Bros exterior
    Retail

    Di Bruno Bros. Receive Investment From Local Grocery Store Magnate Jeff Brown

    April 10, 2025

    Di Bruno Bros., which has been a staple in Philadelphia for 85 years, recently received investment from former mayoral candidate Jeff Brown, writes Emma Dooling…

  • People inside Vetri waiting for dishes.
    Food and Drink

    Savor Every Bite As You Discover Philadelphia’s Best Tasting Menus

    April 5, 2025

    For adventurous diners, Philadelphia offers a variety of delicious tasting menu experiences that will have you savoring every bite, write Maddy Sweitzer-Lammé and Kae Lani…

  • Sushi.
    Restaurants & Lodging

    Washington Square West Restaurant Named to Yelp’s ‘Top 100 Places to Eat in the U.S. in 2025’ List

    February 24, 2025

    Yelp has released its most recent list of the top 100 places to eat in the U.S., and a Philadelphia restaurant has made its way…

  • Variety of traditional Thanksgiving pies.
    Food and Drink

    Best Spots in Philly to Buy Thanksgiving Pies

    November 21, 2024

    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…

  • Exterior of the recently-shuttered Effie's Restaurant.
    Restaurants & Lodging

    New Sandwich Spot to Replace Shuttered Effie’s in Washington Square West

    October 24, 2024

    Chibanos, a new sandwich shop is set to replace the recently-shuttered Effie’s in Washington Square West, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Evan…

  • Washington Square West rowhome.
    Historic

    Washington Square West is Now Philadelphia’s Newest Historic District

    September 21, 2024

    On Friday, September 13, the Philadelphia Historical Commission voted to make Washington Square West a historic district with a unanimous 9-0 with one abstention, writes…

  • A hearty breakfast sandwich on a bagel.
    Food and Drink

    These Spots Offer Some of Best Breakfast Sandwiches in Philadelphia

    August 22, 2024

    If you want to start your day right, a tasty breakfast sandwich is always a good choice — and there are plenty of spots in…

  • Effie's Restaurant exterior.
    Restaurants & Lodging

    Effie’s, the Greek Restaurant and BYOB in Center City, to Close After 27 Years

    August 1, 2024

    Effie’s, which has been a staple in Center City for 27 years, will soon close, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Effie Bouikidis, the…

  • "Home is Where We Are" mural in Washington Square West.
    Art

    Washington Square Community Rallies Over New Mural

    June 20, 2024

    A new mural by Ukrainian artist Yuliya Semenova in Washington Square West set off a neighbor, but his complaints got the community to rally its…

  • Food and beverages at Kiddo.
    Restaurants & Lodging

    Kiddo Makes USA Today’s ‘10 Best New Restaurants in the US That You Need To Try in 2024’ List

    January 18, 2024

    USA Today recently asked a panel of food and travel experts to nominate their 20 favorite new restaurants to open in the past year. From…

  • A breakfast burrito
    Restaurants & Lodging

    Here Are Some of the Best Brunch Spots in Philadelphia

    December 22, 2023

    Brunch has always been one of the most favorite meals for many Philadelphians, so it is no wonder that the city has plenty of excellent…

  • Food and beverages at Kiddo.
    Restaurants & Lodging

    Kiddo, A New Restaurant in Washington Square West, Has A Unique Approach Toward Sustainability

    December 6, 2023

    Wyatt Piazza is the co-owner of Kiddo, a Washington Square West-based restaurant, alongside his wife, Elizabeth Drake.  Together, the two put sustainability atop their list…

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