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Philadelphia is Home to 2 of the Best Bakeries in Pennsylvania
Stock's Bakery has been a staple in Philadelphia since 1924, and, according to The Keystone, is one of the best bakeries in Pennsylvania. Whether you are looking for somewhere to buy delicious cookies or cupcakes, Pennsylvania isn’t short on great bakeries. The Keystone has compiled a list of the...
Journey and Def Leppard 3 concerts in Pa. this week: Where to buy tickets
Journey and Def Leppard will perform three concerts in Pa. this week including Thursday in Hershey. The bands will perform along with the Steve Miller Band, tonight in Philadelphia; Thursday in Hershey; and Saturday in Pittsburgh. Here are the details and where to buy tickets:. 6 p.m. Tuesday, July 23,...
For Fine Dining and Bread, These 2 Delaware County Locations are Stand Outs
Philadelphia Magazine has named the Ridley Park restaurant Rosemary as the Best New Restaurant in the Suburbs on its Best of Philly Top 50 list for Food and Drink. The magazine noted that Rosemary is one of the few restaurants that has been able to get city dwellers to travel to Delaware County for dinner.
These Popular Takeout Windows in Philadelphia Are Guaranteed Not to Disappoint
Philadelphia is filled with a number of takeout windows that are just about guaranteed to satisfy your cravings. Whether you are in the mood for fried chicken sandwiches, cheesesteaks, donuts, or ice cream, Philadelphia is full of takeout windows that are guaranteed to satisfy your craving while providing fast service, write Maddy Sweitzer-Lammé and Kae Lani Palmisano for Philadelphia Magazine.
Mural emerges at site of recent bike crash
A recent mural was recently spotted at the site of a fatal bike crash. The photo emerged on social media outside of the Starbucks where the incident happened. Here, it depicted a mourning angel which sums up the mood of area due to the aftermath of the tragedy. Although only days old, it is not known whether the artwork will remain as a permanent fixture.
Anna C. Verna Playground and Trolley Trail are Officially “Best of Philly”
Last week Philadelphia Magazine released its annual “Best of Philly” issue, and listed Anna C. Verna Playground as the Best Playground and the Trolley Trail as Best New Trail!. About the Anna C. Verna Playground. Fairmount Conservancy and partners celebrated the playground’s official opening nine months ago. Since...
Raising Cane’s to Open Two New Montgomery County Locations
Raising Cane’s is planning on opening twelve new restaurants in Greater Philadelphia over the next three-and-a-half years, and two will be in Montgomery County, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The Baton Rouge, Louisiana-based chain has been rapidly expanding and has opened ten locations in the Philadelphia...
The Lord of the Pies Returns to Defend His Tomato Pie Crown
The Philadelphia Phoenix invited me out to defend my tomato pie title at halftime of their game on Saturday. The Lord of the Pies doesn’t ever back down from a tomato pie competition even if he was hated by everyone in that stadium. The hostility was merciless. The vitriol was hateful. But they don’t boo nobodies. Here’s how it went:
Atlantic City Subs or Philadelphia Hoagies: The Winner is?
We are revisiting this by popular demand. Our listeners, readers, friends and family foodies have answered the compelling question … “Atlantic City Subs or Philadelphia Hoagies” - which are better?. I was absolutely delighted by the significant number of people who responded to our informal survey. No...
ACCT Philly will pay families to foster animals to help with overcrowding concerns
Philadelphia, PA – ACCT Philly is addressing overcrowding concerns by paying people to foster animals. The organization’s new “Foster Frenzy” program is creating incentives for families to open their homes to shelter pets since the summer season is peek time for overcrowding. Foster families will receive $100 for caring for either an adult cat, or […]
60-year-old diner in New Jersey being reduced to rubble
A generations-old diner in the Garden State is fading into the history books today. The Penn Queen Diner on Route 130 in Pennsauken, just a few minutes from the Betsy Ross Bridge, is being demolished. A short video published to the Pennsauken Talks Facebook group Tuesday showed construction equipment chipping...
Dermatology Pioneer Anthony Benedetto Sells Drexel Hill Practice
Dr. Anthony Benedetto, the first doctor in Pennsylvania to perform Mohs surgery for skin cancer, has sold his Drexel Hill practice. Dr. Anthony Benedetto, the first doctor in Pennsylvania to perform Mohs surgery to treat different types of skin cancer, has joined his Drexel Hill practice with Berks County-based Dermatology Partners.
El Chingon, Dre's Water Ice among top Philadelphia spots to satisfy your sweet tooth
July is National Ice Cream Month and we are celebrating with some of our favorite treats around the Philadelphia region.We have chef-inspired flavors from a James Beard nominee sharing some of his culture with every bite.Learn about the Philadelphia Beignet, an ice cream sandwich that is a big hit in Brewerytown.Water ice is on the menu with a homemade business featuring homemade treats.We hit the beach for sweets and an ice cream corner that has been a hot spot for over 40 years.Plus, milkshakes and mousse at Banana Mousse as the mother-daughter duo celebrates a second location of their popular dessert destination.Dre's Water Ice & Ice Cream | Facebook | Instagram5700 Vine Street, Philadelphia, PA 19139484-381-0689Over the Moon Ice Cream | Facebook | Instagram2623 W. Girard Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19130484-381-0689closed Mondays; Tue-Thurs 4-9pm, Fri-Sat 4-10pm, Sun 2-9pmEl Chingon | Facebook | Instagram1524 South 10th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147Banana Mousse | Facebook | Instagram834 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19130Second location: 5602 Spruce Street, Philadelphia, PA 19139Willow's Way Shore Refreshments | Facebook | Instagram1 South Victoria Avenue, Ventnor City, NJ 08406
Frankie Beverly, Philly music legend, says farewell in final hometown concert
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. After more than 50 years of performances and shows, legendary R&B artist Frankie Beverly performed his final concert in his hometown of Philadelphia. Beverly closed out his “Farewell...
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