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Shop 60,000 Square Feet of Global Home Decor at Material Culture

March 18, 2014 by

At Material Culture, you’ll find 60,000 square feet of unique home decor items from all over the world, with an emphasis on the Middle East, Africa and Asia. Located in Philadelphia's East Falls neighborhood, this hidden gem is filled floor to ceiling with one-of-a-kind treasures, including hand woven rugs, artwork, furniture, and small tabletop decor.

This isn’t just a store – Material Culture holds auctions on a regular basis, and offers appraisal and interior design services. You can also negotiate on price, especially when purchasing multiple items.

Hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., daily.

Material Culture
4700 Wissahickon Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19144
(215) 849-8030
http://materialculture.com

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North Bowl: Strikes and Spares in Northern Liberties

March 4, 2014 by

Since its opening in 2006, North Bowl has become a favorite Philly hotspot, with a unique format that combines a retro 1950s-style bowling alley with a trendy lounge and cafe. The 21,000-square-foot renovated former mechanic's garage now features a sleek, sculpted upstairs bar and glass-enclosed lounge overlooking the bowling alley below. You can even have your own bowling party in a private room with four lanes, a pool table, arcade games, and private bar and lounge.

North Bowl's café features yummy things to nosh on, like Hummus with grilled pita, Pretzel Bites with cheese sauce & mustard, Veggie or Chicken Wings, Marinated Chicken or Steak Skewers, and a Braised Short Rib Quesadilla.

Located in Northern Liberties, North Bowl is open Mondays through Fridays from 5 p.m. until 2 a.m., weekends from 12 p.m. until 2 a.m.

North Bowl
909 N. 2nd Street
Philadelphia, PA 19123
(215) 238-2695
http://www.yelp.com/biz/north-bowl-philadelphia

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Frankford Hall: A Biergarten with a Twist

February 5, 2014 by

Frankford Hall, a Stephen Starr restaurant in Fishtown, offers a communal experience that makes it easy to mix and mingle. The outdoor patio is open during both warm and cool months (there are gas heaters and fire pits, the latter of which are perfect for roasting s’mores) and seating at picnic tables, each equipped with Jenga. The eatery also offers ping pong and board games, making it feel like a house party.

There are nine beers on tap and 10 more in bottles, but the must-have is the giant soft pretzel. The menu also offers brats and burgers, vegetarian included, as well as shakes (alcoholic or non-alcoholic). For dessert, try the large German chocolate cupcake.

Hours are 4 p.m. to 2 a.m., Mondays to Fridays, and noon to 2 a.m., Saturdays and Sundays.

Frankford Hall
1210 Frankford Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19125
(215) 634-3338
http://www.frankfordhall.com/
http://www.yelp.com/biz/frankford-hall-philadelphia

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Capogiro: Philly Gelato

January 7, 2014 by

Philadelphia's Capogiro serves some of the finest gelato you'll find anywhere. They create it expertly in small batches, with fresh, premium quality ingredients like local, handpicked produce, milk from hormone-free, grass-fed dairy cows, Sicilian pistachios, and hazelnut paste from the Piedmont region of Italy. Even better, it has only half the fat and calories of ice cream!

Choose from flavors like Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla, Thai Coconut Milk, Rosemary Honey Goat’s Milk, Mexican Coffee, Cappuccino, Cream Cheese, Nocciola – hazelnut, Stracciatella – Italian chocolate chip, and Strawberries & Cream. Sorbetti flavors include Champagne Mango, Pomegranate, Strawberry Tequila, and Lime Cilantro.

Capogiro
117 S. 20th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 636-9250
http://www.capogirogelato.com/
http://www.yelp.com/biz/capogiro-gelato-philadelphia

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Boyds: Unparalleled Quality in Apparel and Service

December 17, 2013 by

This posh Center City mini department store offers designer fashions for men and women with top-notch service. Women’s shoes and handbags are on the first floor; men’s shoes are on the mezzanine; men’s clothing including suits, dress shirts, ties, coats, sportswear, and formalwear are on the second floor; women’s clothing is on the third floor; and men’s big and tall clothing are on the fourth floor.

Boyds has a staff of on-site European tailors who can customize the fit of anything found in the store, from denim to designer suits and dresses.  Valet parking is available, as well as interpreters who speak Russian, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Greek, Chinese and Korean.

Hours are 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays; 9:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Wednesdays; and 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday.

Boyds
1818 Chestnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 564-9000
http://boydsphila.com
http://www.yelp.com/biz/boyds-philadelphia-philadelphia

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Plays and Players: Historic Philadephia Theater Company

December 3, 2013 by

Want to see where Kevin Bacon got his start? Head to Plays and Players, Philadelphia’s oldest theatre company. Once a private club for drama aficionados, it’s morphed over the last hundred or so years into an important part of Philadelphia’s vibrant theater arts community and is dedicated to supporting established and emerging local playwrights and actors. Previous productions in their two intimate theatres include Shakespeare’s Titus Andronicus, Lost in Yonkers, Zombie! the Musical and Carousel. Currently on the playlist are Pardon My Invasion, Joe Turner’s Come and Gone, and Travesties. Check out the Plays and Players website for a calendar of productions and ticket info. 

1714 Delancey Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 735-0630
 
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Get fit!

October 8, 2013 by

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Regular physical activity is one of the most important things you can do for your health. It can help:

  • Control your weight
  • Reduce your risk of cardiovascular disease
  • Reduce your risk for type 2 diabetes and metabolic syndrome
  • Reduce your risk of some cancers
  • Strengthen your bones and muscles
  • Improve your mental health and mood
  • Improve your ability to do daily activities and prevent falls, if you’re an older adult
  • Increase your chances of living longer

With all those benefits, why not get moving? All it takes to get started is to put on some sneaks and visit our fitness center that’s conveniently located right here.

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