Local Business
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Local Business in Northern LibertiesCat Café Could Actually Be a Thing in Fishtown or NoLibs
Ever had to bite, scratch and claw your way to the front of the line at your local Starbucks or en vogue coffee shop? Who better to accompany you on…
K. Andrew Deffley | 06/24/2015 -
Local Business in Northern LibertiesShared Workspace Firm to Set Up in NoLibs
An up-and-coming, New York-based "co-working" provider is coming to Northern Liberties to take advantage of the growing market for shared office workspace, which is gaining patronage from small companies and…
K. Andrew Deffley | 06/19/2015 -
Features in KensingtonFarm to Table Goes Hyperlocal at Helm
Many restaurants say they support local agriculture and livestock by promoting a “farm to table” menu, but where are they really getting their food from? Unfortunately, the word “farm” may…
Andrew Mark Corkery | 06/04/2015 -
Local Business in Northern LibertiesFormer NoLibs Destination Maternity Warehouse To Get Dolled Up For Newest Venture
The 220,000-square-foot former Destination Maternity warehouse in Northern Liberties has some cosmetic changes planned--strike that; a full makeover. The owner of the property in Alliance Partners HSP out of Bryn…
K. Andrew Deffley | 06/03/2015 -
Food in FishtownFood News: Mugshot Diner Now Delivering & ReAnimator Introduces 20oz Iced Coffee
Mugshot Diner, which has been open for a little more than two years at 2424 E. York St., announced via their Facebook that they have started delivering to the local area from 11AM…
Joshua Albert | 05/28/2015 -
Food in KensingtonEye on Business: Five Sisters Ice Cream and Sweets
At the far end of Norris Street, below the rumbling El train, is a brand new ice cream shop. Five Sisters Ice Cream and Sweets at 1949 N. Front St.…
Ptah Gabrie | 05/21/2015 -
Features in Port RichmondThe Greatest Book Shop in Philly: Port Richmond Books
Port Richmond Books isn’t just a bookshop—It’s a place for community. The bookstore is a culmination of owners Deen Kogan and Greg Gillespie’s dedication and love for Philadelphia’s literary scene.…
M. Mena | 04/23/2015 -
Community in FishtownCoffee Wars
When La Colombe opened its doors just past Frankford and Mercer at the tail end of 2014, it seemed as though Fishtown had found its undisputed sovereign leader of all…
Jake Detwiler | 04/22/2015 -
Features in FishtownItalian Food at an Irish Pub? Culture Shock Has Never Been More Delicious.
Fishtown is a fluid neighborhood whose residents cover many different American classes. One thing that bonds all of us together in this ever-changing landscape is food. So how do you…
Ptah Gabrie | 04/15/2015 -
Features in KensingtonEye On Business: Thang Long Noodle Restaurant
Business is a family affair for the Tran’s at Thang Long Noodle Restaurant. Situated under the El tracks at 2534-36 Kensington Avenue, Thang Long prospers as one of the only…
K. Andrew Deffley | 04/09/2015 -
Food in FishtownEye on Business: Joe’s Steaks + Soda Shop
Joe’s Steaks used to be known as Chink’s Steaks, a name many found offensive. Even current owner Joe Groh lowered his voice when he reminded me what his world-class steak…
Ptah Gabrie | 04/08/2015 -
Features in FishtownEye on Business: Dottie’s Dinette
As small business in Fishtown continues to live life on the upswing, one eatery—devoted to the art of breakfast—is emerging in the area. Dottie’s Dinette, a new, breakfast-all-day restaurant, is…
K. Andrew Deffley | 03/27/2015