Food
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Food in Kensington
Welcome to the Home of the One Pound Cheesesteak
The intersection of Kensington and Lehigh Avenues is a massive confluence of surface streets, train tracks and the El train rising high above everything as it bangs and creaks overhead.…
Ptah Gabrie | 06/23/2017 -
Food
Clean Plate: Scallion Pancakes
My brother, Kyle, was recently visiting home after his junior year of college came to a close, and I convinced him to come into the city for a weekday lunch…
Casey Ann Beck | 06/15/2017 -
A&E in Fishtown
Tap Into Local Fun at Philly Beer Week
Beer-drinking opportunities abound in the Riverwards in the coming days. Philly Beer Week, the nation’s largest and oldest celebration of all things beer, gets underway June 1, with…
Jen Colletta | 05/31/2017 -
A&E
Philly Beer Week Set to Tap New and Interesting Brews in North Philly
A firkin of Brotherly Suds will be tapped this week to officially open the 10th annual Philly Beer Week. [caption id="attachment_15699" align="alignnone" width="900"] /Patrick Clark[/caption] The 10-day celebration of all…
Jen Colletta | 05/30/2017 -
Food
Clean Plate: Recipe for Chocolate Pound Cake
If you have a traditional, nine-to-five office job, the majority of your time is spent with coworkers. It’s one thing to have a cordial working relationship with your officemates,…
Casey Ann Beck | 05/25/2017 -
A&E in Fairmount
Parks on Tap Kicks Off at Azalea Garden
The temperature climbed into the low 90s as Mayor Jim Kenney tapped a keg of Parks Pale Ale at the Azalea Gardens last Wednesday, officially kicking off the 2017 Parks…
Jen Colletta | 05/22/2017 -
Food
Clean Plate: Vanilla Chai Coconut Creamer
My aunt Colleen gave me my first sip of coffee when I was about seven years old. We were at Fante’s, in the Italian Market, and after perusing their store…
Casey Ann Beck | 05/19/2017 -
Community
Local Culinary Community Unites for Greensgrow’s “A Taste of Kensington”
Some of Kensington’s culinary staples will join forces with neighborhood newbies to celebrate the work of Greensgrow Farms. A Taste of Kensington, a food and spirits festival to…
Jen Colletta | 05/18/2017 -
Food
Sippin’ in the Sun: What are Best Places to Enjoy a Drink Outside in the Neighborhood?
With the weather heating up, bars, taverns and pubs have been cleaning out their outdoor spaces and preparing them for customers who want to enjoy warm weather while enjoying a…
Steve Bohnel | 04/28/2017 -
Food
Cocktail Guide: We Rank the Riverwards Best Cocktails
The cocktail is an artistic way for mixologists to exhibit their knowledge of spirits and present the patron with a one of a kind beverage. A good cocktail makes…
Ptah Gabrie | 04/28/2017 -
Food in Bridesburg
Bridesburg Bottle Shop Brings Craft Beer to the ‘Burg
Chad Weizer noticed something missing from the Bridesburg bar scene. The northernmost Riverwards neighborhood is decidedly old school when it comes to nightlife. The tight-knit community is dotted with…
Michael Hanisco | 04/28/2017 -
A&E
Parks on Tap Returns to Two Riverwards Locations for Second Season
After a banner first year, the city’s traveling beer garden was renewed for what is expected to be an even more successful return engagement. Parks on Tap rolls…
Jen Colletta | 04/28/2017