After the dust cleared from this weekend’s big Craig LaBan bell blowout, there were five four-bell restaurants standing, revealing Philadelphia’s new, unofficial, restaurant hierarchy. Both Zahav (237 St. James Place) and Bibou (1009 S. Eighth St.) moved up from 3 bells to four, while Vetri (1312 Spruce St) and Fountain (1 Logan Square) retained their [...]
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There Are Now Five Four-Bell Restaurants
Aired February 6th, 2012 on restaurants and reviews.0 CommentsNew DIY Space On North 4th Street Accepting Restaurant Proposals!
Aired January 3rd, 2012 on first look and restaurants.0 CommentsPreviously mentioned Brooklyn-based studio/workshop, 3rd Ward has released a request for restaurant proposals for their new Philadelphia location on 1227 N. 4th Street. Download the RFP here! 3rd ward has done some amazing things for artists, makers and communities. Help them create a vibrant cultural hub on North 4th Street! He who is lucky gets [...]
Llama Tooth opened in June, then came Union Transfer, and in September Llama Tooth obtained their liquor license. The rest is history. Conveniently located across from Union Transfer, Llama Tooth is serving up some awesome Fall weather comfort food and drinks. Enjoy the much longed-for Autumn weather while it’s here on their huge beautiful patio, [...]
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Le Virtu Recreating James Beard Meal On July 13th
Aired June 13th, 2011 on Chefs, Events and restaurants.0 CommentsAccording to a YouTube video of the event, “Chef Joe Cicala of Le Virtu headlined at the James Beard House in New York on April 21, 2011. Cicala and his team worked tirelessly for two days to prepare for this gastronomic experience, which is considered the culinary equivalent of a musician playing Carnegie Hall.” Now, [...]
OPA’s Grand Opening And Ceremonious Smashing Of The Plates
Aired April 11th, 2011 on Greek, Openings, Uncategorized and restaurants.0 CommentsOPA just held a ceremonious plate smashing at their official opening this afternoon. Representatives from Mayor Nutter’s office were there to recognize Opa as being part of the larger Midtown Village revitalization [Mealticket]. From 5 to 10pm, sample chef Andrew Brown’s traditional Greek treats. Complimentary mezedes and cocktails will be served. Please RSVP! Opa – [...]
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The Farmers’ Cabinet, Opening This Month
Aired March 11th, 2011 on Beer, Drinks, Openings, first look and restaurants.2 CommentsHusband and wife owners Matt and Colleen Swartz, with partner Matt Scheller will debut their new restaurant The Farmers’ Cabinet later this month. The Walnut St. spot will serve rustic American food and later this summer, they’ll beging brewing their own craft beers in their kitchen. The restaurant is going for a Victorian-era atmosphere and [...]
A pizza buzz has engulfed Philly thanks to Brian “Brain” Dwyer and his Pizza Brain. Dwyer, an artist by trade from Kensington, spearheaded a pizza-themed art show at Rocket Cat Café last year called “Give Pizza Chance” and he has a tattoo on his back that reads, “Totally Sauce’some.” An in-the-works pizza nirvana will be [...]
PYT Girl Scout Inspired Adultshakes, Plus The Ostrich Burger!
Aired February 25th, 2011 on Burgers, Sweets and restaurants.0 CommentsWe love girl scout cookie season, and so do the folks over at PYT. Introducing The Thin Mint Shake & The Samoa Shake! The Thin Mint Shake: Vanilla ice cream, chocolate ice cream, creme de menthe, chocolate vodka & crushed thin mint cookies. The Samoa Shake: Vanilla ice cream, chocolate ice cream, vanilla vodka, malibu [...]
Schucking Pros Come Out For Oyster House’s Annual Shucking Contest March 26th
Aired February 24th, 2011 on Contests, Seafood, Uncategorized and restaurants.0 CommentsSchucking awesome! Oyster House hosts its second annual Shucking Contest on Saturday, March 26 beginning at 2 p.m. Professional oyster shuckers from across Philadelphia will compete for a $200 prize, with the amateurs competing afterward for a $100 Oyster House Gift Certificate. Admission to the shucking contest is $5 per person. And what do you [...]
