Restaurants & Bars

 

Philly is home to an abundance of wonderful restaurants & bars and we love them just as much as you do. Check out our tips below!

Dancing and Drinking Through the Decades (Part 3)

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In the final installment of “Dancing and Drinking Through the Decades” I’d like to leave you with some possible new dance moves, some good parties to go to, and a little teaser that this post may someday “come to life.” 1970’s   Disco Balls, Afros, and Platform Shoes (worn by men & women)….man I would […]

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Dancing & Drinking Through the Decades (Part 2)

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I hope you enjoyed Part 1 (20’s and 30’s) now we are on to the 40’s, 50’s & 60’s! 1940’s In 1940 the art deco craze was winding down and “supper clubs” were popping up!  A supper club refers to a dining establishment that is also a social club.   Patrons would go for cocktail hour,

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Dancing & Drinking through the Decades (Part 1)

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I’d like to share with you some of my favorite “drinking establishments” in Philadelphia with a little twist!  The idea came to me as I noticed many themed bars popping up in the city. As we live in a culturally rich city, I thought I’d give you a little lesson on the fun side of

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Dîner en Blanc hits Philadelphia

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If you haven’t noticed, I’ve been really into investigating “secrets” in Philly.  For the first time this summer, Dîner en Blanc (French for dining in white) will debut in Philadelphia on Thursday, August 23rd. Originated in Paris, this event is supposed to be an extraordinary cultural and culinary experience. White-clad diners arrive to an assigned

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My Day at Reading Terminal Market

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Reading Terminal has more to offer than just cheesesteaks, hoagies, and pretzels.  Living just a few blocks away I decided to learn more about Philadelphia’s most historic farmers markets which I shop at on a weekly basis. To help learn more I took the Taste of Philadelphia Food tour. The guide Carolyn knows more about

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My night at Hop Sing Laundromat

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Philly’s newest bar isn’t quite a “secret” anymore. However, it does have a secret location! In the heart of Chinatown is Hop Sing Laundromat, just look for the silver gate with the blue light and no signage whatsoever. Without giving too much away, because I truly want you to love this bar as much as

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Philly’s Top Chefs Support PAWS at Chef’s Dinner

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The best of Philadelphia’s restaurants were represented at the 8th Annual PAWS Chef’s Dinner.  Celebrity Chefs showcased their culinary talents in a fundraiser supporting the Philadelphia Animal Welfare Society.  Guest wined & dined on a beutiful Monday night at Philadelphia’s Union League.   They were able to experience a one of a kind opportunity to dine in

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Best Locations for Summer Happy Hours

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It’s basically our duty, no our job…to go out and look for fun and exciting places to grab a drink with friends. It’s a hard job, we know, but someone’s gotta do it.  So here are our eclectic mix of favorite summer bars right now. From a bright sustainable farm-to-table spot to a hip alleyway bar, there’s a way

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Local Philly Chef on Fox’s Hell Kitchen tonight!

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  UPDATE: Christina ended up winning Season 10!  I had no idea she won when I interviewed her.  See below!  Exciting news for Philly!   Christina Wilson, former chef at Mercato, is one of the contestants on this season’s Hell’s Kitchen.  The 10th season kicks off tonight on Fox at 8pm. Christina is a self-taught chef

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Philly’s hot new corner for foodies!

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Star and Vetri share the same corner! Alla Spina Part of the Vetri Family of restaurants, Alla Spina, opened in late February 2012. Inspired by the love of Italian food and fine beer, Alla Spina strangely combines the two, but somehow it makes sense and works out quite well. Usually you would think Italian food

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