Philly's 1st cheesesteak bar serves the taste of Philly with a twist
Taste Cheesesteak Bar is inviting you to flirt with flavor on JFK Boulevard!
This first-of-its-kind eatery offers an inventive take on the traditional cheesesteak and signature cocktails that pair with the Philly favorite.
Owner Kevin Dolce has coined and trademarked the phrase "cheesesteak bar" as he says it's the first restaurant to exclusively serve cheesesteaks alongside cocktails.
Dolce is a first-generation American fusing this Philly staple with his Haitian culture.
He strives to celebrate Philadelphia's rich heritage and culinary ingenuity through every bite.
The cheesesteaks are all infused with a flavorful Haitian blend called epis.
It is unlike anything the Philly food scene has tasted before.
The menu is full of a variety of cheesesteak sandwiches and "side jawns", the restaurant's loaded French fries.
You can try a traditional beef cheesesteak or try something new such as Oxtail, Salmon or Jerk Chicken cheesesteak.
Vegetarians can enjoy a cheesesteak with cauliflower and portobello mushrooms.
Their lineup of specialty cocktails includes a drink composed of a Lemon Drop with a splash of lemonade and simple syrup known as "Drop Your Location."
Cocktails pair well with the cheesesteaks and the space has a full bar full of options to suit your palate.
Philadelphia's first cheese dispensary opens in Kensington
With no disrespect to vending machine staples like soda and chips, the 24/7 grab-and-go experience just got elevated in Philadelphia's Kensington section.
W.P. Palmer Distilling Co. makes gin that dates back to the American Revolution
In 2015, Walter Palmer III started charting a new course in life, founding the W.P. Palmer Distilling Company with his wife, Katy.
The two co-own the business together.
"Our main product that we make is Palmer's Liberty Gin ," says Palmer. "We do small batches."
He says they didn't want to make a gin infused with cucumbers or rose hip, instead choosing to focus on "a classic gin spirit."
Palmer waded into new waters, so to speak, out of necessity.
"I was president of the General Building Contractors Association," says Palmer. "For over 27 years I had a job there. One day I had a job and the next day I didn't."
Because he couldn't sit still, he decided to distill.
He says he makes the gin in an 800-liter copper pot still that was made for them in Portugal.
And, because his business is rooted in Philadelphia, Palmer chose a gin recipe fit for the founding fathers.
"Our recipe comes from this 18th-century Dutch manuscript of a trading ship that comes through Philadelphia around 1780," says Palmer.
It's made with six botanicals that include juniper, cardamom, coriander, angelica root, lemon peel, and grains of paradise.
"We wanted our gin to be a gold standard of gin," he says.
He says the name for the gin was inspired by Philadelphia, the birthplace of liberty, since "liberty is a spirit."
"And it's made right here," he says. "It's really kind of wonderful."
Take a trip to Bushkill Falls, the Niagara of Pennsylvania
At Bushkill Falls in the Pocono Mountains, there are multiple trails that allow you to find peace and serenity while venturing toward the falls.
Walk at your own pace and enjoy the picturesque views all throughout the trails.
For those looking for an escape from the city, this hidden oasis is the perfect way to relax and connect with nature.
There are eight different waterfalls that can be accessed by wooden bridges, allowing for hikers of all ages and abilities to trek toward the glorious waterfall.
Bushkill Falls has 300 acres of natural beauty, eight waterfalls and more than two miles of hiking trails and walkways.
Those who have made the trip, say there are multiple trails that allow you to walk as much or as little as you choose.
With the variety of trails, there is also an opportunity to see something different each time you visit.
Those who explore the trails will experience the peaceful sounds of the rushing water and chirping birds.
A variety of fried chicken is on the menu at the brand new BlackHen in Old City.
Located just a few doors from Amina - the Southern cuisine spot from the same owner - imagery of the lady hen is prominent throughout.
Felicia Wilson is the restaurateur behind both locations, with future openings of even more restaurants in the works.
Chef and business partner Darryl Harmon, of The Waterworks and numerous New York establishments, brings his special spice blends, barbecue sauces, and some family recipes to the mix.
At Baba's Hot Chicken & Brews, the Osmanollaj brothers have created a menu featuring chicken sandwiches, tenders and a variety of other savory side dishes for a fast-casual experience that will spice things up.
The brothers also include beer from their Mt. Airy brewery, Tosca, to cool things down with your meal.
Meditations on the Human Condition' on view Michener Art Museum
'George R. Anthonisen: Meditations on the Human Condition' is a celebration of the sculptor's entire 65-year artistic career.
"The work really has to do with the human family, the family of man," says Anthonisen.
There are 45 works on display, both indoors and out.
Lisa Tremper Hanover, guest curator at the Michener Art Museum, worked with Anthonisen to put this exhibition together, which includes sculptures, bas-relief and fresco.
Anthonisen was born in Boston, but he's lived and worked in Bucks County for more than half a century.
"I grew up in the art world studying from life," he says. "I really zeroed in on the female figure."
He works primarily in bronze, with a focus on figurative sculptures.
Anthonisen says much of his work shows "the similarities of all different kinds of people throughout the world."
There is a piece called 'Give Us Grace,' which he says, "speaks to harmony amongst peoples."
His works are divided into groups. Hanover says these groupings deal with different aspects of George's work, like 'Portraiture.'
There is also a 'Female Empowerment' grouping, and 'Social Commentary.' In that section, visitors can view a piece called 'Death and Starvation.' Tremper Hanover says there is a focus on what would be historical events, but interpreted through George's lens.
"I've always read. I've been interested in history and literature," says Anthonisen.
That influence can be seen in 'Storied Figures.'
"You see a progression of how the artist works, how he thinks, how he interprets," says Tremper Hanover. "It's a very emotional journey."
"We live and we die, and everyone goes through that cycle," says Anthonisen.
He says he hopes when visitors see his work that they "understand the pitfalls of being human; at the same time, the elevation of what we could do, what we have done."
'George R. Anthonisen: Meditations on the Human Condition' is on view through October 13 at the Michener Art Museum.
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