Wishing everyone a safe and happy holiday as we honor our nation's heroes.
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Ekta: Passage to India
May 21, 2013 by
The word 'authentic' gets thrown around a lot, but it's the only thing to say about the stunning Indian fare at Fishtown's Ekta. There's nothing Westernized about this family-run gem: the flavorful appetizers are served with mint and tamarind chutney. Add a side of made-to-order, oven-warm naan or other bread to sop up the sauces. There's a long list of veggie entrees, including saag aur paneer, Ekta dal, and Bhindi masala. Meat-eaters can select from a list of main courses ranging from lamb korma to shrimp tikki masala to chicken vindaloo. Ekta also prides itself on its traditional fare of slow-cooked Tandoori meat dishes and spicy Biryani rice dishes. BYOB if you're eating in, but Ekta offers free delivery to certain nearby neighborhoods. Check the website for details!
Ekta
250 E. Girard Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19125
(215) 426-2277
Bar Ferdinand: Classic Tapas
May 14, 2013 by
Bar Ferdinand offers traditional Spanish tapas along with new interpretations of age old recipes that hail from Spain. They also have an expansive wine and craft beer selection along with specialty cocktails like the Sandía Fresca with scotch, watermelon purée, lemon juice & mint simple syrup and the Sol de Cadíz with pilsner & fresh squeezed orange juice. The tapas menu rolls out taste pleasers like Pan con Tomate with Jamon – bread with ham & tomato, House Marinated Olives, Oysters on the Half Shell and Tuna Crudo with celery & apple. Large plates feature and Crispy Pork Belly with Butternut Squash Bacon Sherry, New York Strip Steak with organic fried egg & truffles, Seared Duck Breast with dried figs & pistachios and Paella Valenciana with shellfish, chicken and chorizo. Open every day.
Bar Ferdinand
1030 N 2nd St
Philadelphia, PA 19123
(215) 923-1313
http://www.yelp.com/biz/bar-ferdinand-philadelphia
Happy Mother’s Day!
May 12, 2013 by
Wishing all moms a wonderful day filled with much love and happiness!
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Rotisseur: Seasonal & Delicious
May 10, 2013 by
Who says you can’t have a stellar meal artfully prepared from fresh, seasonal ingredients in a speedy, self-serve setting? Not the staff at Rotisseur, who regularly turn out tasty fare at this relaxed little eatery. Rotisserie-roasted Amish-raised chickens that are hormone and antibiotic free and raised outside of cages is what’s on the menu here. You can have yours whole, halved or in pieces, and team it up with flavorful sides like Mac & Cheese, Roasted Potatoes, Pickled Beets, Kale Chips, Green Salad and Corn Muffins. Thai-style sandwiches include a Chicken Banh Mi, Duck Confit Banh Mi, Barbeque Chicken, and Tofu Banh Mi. Salads are also on the menu as are some refreshing drinks. Open Monday through Saturday from 12p.m. until 9:30p.m.
Rotisseur
100 5 S 21st St
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 496-9494
http://www.yelp.com/biz/rotisseur-philadelphia
Our new Facebook Sweepstakes has started! Enter to Win an iPad mini!
May 6, 2013 by
To enter the Sweepstakes, Like our Facebook page and then look for the Sweepstakes tab (image shown below) located on our Facebook page to enter. Sweepstakes ends June 30th, 2013. For mobile users ONLY, like our Facebook Page, and then click here to enter http://respage.com/facebook-sweepstakes-form.html.
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Sky Café: Philadelphia’s Destination for Indonesian Cuisine
April 16, 2013 by
If you’ve never had Indonesian food before, you’re in for a treat. The cuisine of the island nation is remarkably diverse and exciting, drawing inspiration from other Asian cultures while maintaining a style of its own. Philadelphians know that the place to go is Sky Café. The menu is extensive and can be a little overwhelming to newbies, so here are some must-try dishes. Regulars rave about the toothsome kari bhun, a chicken curry made with the thin rice vermicelli noodles known as bee hyun. The flavor is remarkably rich and complex, with a subtle milkiness unlike other curries. Other favorites include the nasi goring, fried rice with slivers of sausage, pork, and pickled vegetables spiced to perfection, as well as the mie BBQ pork noodle soup, which is served with the broth in a separate bowl so you can add as much or as little as you like. Portion sizes are very generous and prices are low. Sky Café is a real jewel of a restaurant.
Sky Café
1540 Ritner Street
Philadelphia, PA 19145
(215) 271-1983
http://www.yelp.com/biz/sky-cafe-philadelphia
Vedge: One of Philadelphia’s Best Vegetarian Restaurants
April 10, 2013 by
If you think vegetarian food is bland and tasteless, you’re about to change your mind. Philadelphia’s Vedge is widely considered to be one of the best meat-free restaurants in the United States. Chefs Richard Landau and Kate Jacoby have both been involved in the vegetarian movement since the 1990s. Vedge, which opened in 2011 in the historic Tiger Building, takes inspiration from a swath of global cuisines and combines it with fresh, seasonal ingredients from the verdant farmlands of the Northeast. The results are tasty, inspiring, and even healthy. Landau’s philosophy has always been to make vegetarian dishes work for a carnivore’s palate, and some of the standouts at Vedge include the grilled gochujang tofu with smoked miso dashi and edamame puree, as well as the popular “Dirt List,” today’s market vegetables prepared in a way that brings out their awesome essential flavors. Vegetarian or carnivore, you should try Vedge!
Vedge
1221 Locust Street
Philadelphia, PA 19107
(215) 320-7500
http://www.yelp.com/biz/vedge-philadelphia
Barbuzzo: Jewel of the Mediterranean
April 2, 2013 by
Valerie Safran and Marcie Turney are the power couple responsible for transforming 13th Street into a Philadelphia destination – with a total of six restaurants and boutiques spread over a few blocks, they’ve put their stamp on this part of the city. One of the best is Barbuzzo, a stylish and comfortable wine bar and restaurant that draws flocks of delighted diners every night. The appetizers here are top-notch – get the “pig popcorn,” made from house-smoked pork rinds with apple cider vinegar powder, piment d’espelette, and horseradish aioli. The wood-fired pizzas are also splendid, cooked to crispy, chewy perfection and topped with market-fresh ingredients. Cheese boards are curated amazingly, with the goat cheese drawing special raves. The sheep’s milk ricotta is also a must. The menu is filled out with a number of pasta dishes and spectacular desserts. Sit at the bar by Barbuzzo's kitchen to watch the chefs work their magic.
Barbuzzo
110 S. 13th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19107
(215) 546-9300
http://www.yelp.com/biz/barbuzzo-philadelphia
Spring Has Sprung!
March 29, 2013 by
Spring is finally here! Wishing you a season of sunshine and warmth.
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