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Bibou: Fresh French Fare

September 17, 2013 by

This charming little bistro has won a sizable fan following among Philadelphians for its incredible food and spectacular service. Bibou isn’t large and tables are at a premium, so make sure to make a reservation. You won’t get seated without one. Once you’ve arrived, pretty much everything on the menu is worth your attention. The offerings change seasonally, but some of the best include the exceptional bergamot-infused foie gras crème brulee, which is a house specialty, as well as the astounding pork rillettes with pickled sunchokes. If the bone marrow is on offer, you absolutely need to order it. For entrees, the duck confit is a French specialty executed to perfection, and while the braised pig’s foot may sound gross, it’s filled with foie gras and French lentils and it's delectable. Bibou is BYOB and cash only, and people bring some truly spectacular wines to pair with this food.

Bibou
1009 S. 8th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19147
(215) 965-8290
http://www.yelp.com/biz/bibou-philadelphia

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Garces Trading Company: New American Cuisine from Jose Garces

September 10, 2013 by

Chef Jose Garces designed this eat-in/take-out place to be a casual gathering spot for locals who want fine food in an unfussy atmosphere. Weekend brunch offers you chance to dine on a main dish, side, brunch cocktail and coffee for $28. The menu includes Pastrami Hash, Steak & Eggs, Scotch Eggs and a variety of sandwiches and salads. Stop by for lunch for yummy fare like a Lyonnaise Salad with duck confit, a GTC Burger with tomato conserve, Pistachio Pesto Pizza with baby arugula, and Steak Frites with hanger steak and duck fat fries. Charcuterie and cheese plates are also available. Pasta dishes, plus entrees like Pan Roasted Scallops, Pan Roasted Duck Breast and Roasted Organic Half Chicken are on the dinner menu. Open every day.

Garces Trading Company
1111 Locust Street
Philadelphia, PA 19107
(215) 574-1099
http://www.yelp.com/biz/garces-trading-company-philadelphia-2

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Society Hill Playhouse: Theater for All

September 3, 2013 by

Society Hill Playhouse advertises itself as ‘theatre for people who don’t think they like theatre.’ No angst ridden, hard to decipher dramas hit the stage here, in fact, comedies are the majority of their productions, because after all, few people object to having a good laugh. Their long-running production of Lafferty’s Wake is an interactive play that uses audience involvement to pull off its theatrical hijinks. Upcoming productions include Motherhood, the Musical: the Good, the Bad and the Laundry and Cooking with the Calamari Sisters. The small, intimate theatre is housed in a Victorian building with pressed tin walls and high ceilings, which lends a charming, cabaret-style ambiance. 

507 S. 8th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19147
(215) 923-0210
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Happy Labor Day!

September 2, 2013 by

As we say goodbye to summer, we wish everyone a happy and safe Labor Day!

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Reading Terminal Market: A Philly Landmark for Food and More

August 27, 2013 by

Head to historic Reading Terminal Market where a melting pot of over 100 merchants offers a colorful array of products. It’s located in the Reading Railroad terminal building next to the Philadelphia Convention Center, with entrances on Filbert Street, Twelfth Street and Arch Street. Vendors sell fresh fruits, veggies, seafood, poultry, meat, candies, ice cream, herbs, spices, ethnic foods, flowers, dairy products, and more. Housewares, books, crafts and gifts are also available at the market. If you need a bite to eat, it’s a primo place to grab something tasty from the wide array of fresh, flavorful fare prepared by the vendors. Reading Terminal Market is open every day!

Reading Terminal Market
51 N. 12th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19107
(215) 922-2317
http://www.yelp.com/biz/reading-terminal-market-philadelphia

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Chloe: Sweet & Cozy

August 20, 2013 by

Chloe little eatery features a cozy ambiance, friendly, knowledgeable servers and a great menu of fresh, tasty food. Fire up your appetite with a small plate like Pear Salad with honey lime vinaigrette, or a Grilled Caesar Salad with grilled romaine, roasted garlic dressing & parmesan crackles. Entrees feature a tasty assortment of dishes, including Ravioli with roasted pumpkin ricotta, dried cranberries, pumpkin seeds & brown sage butter, Grilled Salmon Filet with crispy polenta, sweet & sour eggplant chutney & basil pesto, Pan Seared Sea Scallops with crispy potato pancake, watercress & red onion salad, and Grilled Ribeye rubbed with Kona coffee, baked potato planks, seared spinach, roast shallot butter & house made worcesteshire. Chloe is open for dinner Wednesdays through Saturdays.

Chloe
232 Arch Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106
(215) 629-2337
http://www.yelp.com/biz/chloe-philadelphia

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XIX Nineteen: An Elegant Philadelphia Restaurant

August 13, 2013 by

XIX Nineteen is a Philly favorite for a refined meal in a spectacular setting, with an expansive terrace and floor-to-ceiling windows that offer amazing views of the city. Settle in with a glass of wine from their expansive and diverse selection. The raw bar offers a Seafood Tasting for Two with oysters, littleneck clams, shrimp, jumbo lump crab and scallops, served with an assortment of sauces. Other starters include Crispy Calamari with house made sweet and sour sauce and Lobster Risotto with wild mushrooms, saffron, white truffle oil & tarragon. Entrees include Roasted Organic Chicken Breast with wild mushroom hash, shallots & thyme jus, Grilled New Zealand Lamb Rack with rosemary jus and Wild Pacific Halibut with tomato confit & dill butter. XIX Nineteen is open every day for dinner.

XIX Nineteen
200 S. Broad Street
19th Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19102
(215) 790-1919
http://www.yelp.com/biz/xix-nineteen-philadelphia

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Rosenbach Museum and Library: An Amazing Collection

August 6, 2013 by

Located in two beautiful townhouses on Delancey Place, the Rosenbach Museum and Library is one of Philadelphia’s most impressive storehouses of knowledge. Chartered to bring the collections of Philip and A.S.W. Rosenbach to the public eye, the Museum opened its doors in 1954. The Rosenbach brothers were Philadelphia institutions, becoming one of the most respected rare book dealers in America during the early part of the 20th century. They sold a huge variety of pricey manuscripts, but the materials they held back for their private collection are far more interesting. The townhouses are primarily furnished in the decorative arts style of the time, with gorgeous 18th century English pieces. The library, of course, is the crown jewel of the Museum, with a staggering collection of rare books. Sign up for a guided tour to have the opportunity to learn more about those volumes and even read from some – it’s a connection with history that you won’t soon forget.

Rosenbach Museum and Library
2008-2010 Delancey Place
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 732-1600
http://www.yelp.com/biz/rosenbach-museum-and-library-philadelphia

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Matyson: A Highly Acclaimed BYOB with Consistently Outstanding Cuisine

July 30, 2013 by

For fine dining with a cosmopolitan twist, head over to Matyson. The small yet bustling Philadelphia BYOB is known for its unique dishes, which combine unlikely ingredients for a mouth-watering and satisfying dining experience. Depending on the season (and with it, the freshest ingredients available), diners can nosh on watermelon and feta salad or squash blossom tempura to start and entrees like succulent pork tenderloin or scallops with watercress and ginger risotto, maitake mushrooms, and miso broth. With glowing praise by everyone from Zagat to Philadelphia Style, Matyson is the ideal destination for an upscale night out that's worth every penny.

Matyson
37 South 19th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 564-2925
www.matyson.com

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The Wissahickon Valley Trail

July 23, 2013 by

Explore the beauty of the Wissahickon Valley Trail, a jewel of the Philadelphia area. The seven mile trail follows Wissahickon Creek along Forbidden Drive, which has been turned into a path for hiking, jogging, horseback riding and bicycling. Forbidden Drive got its name after motorized traffic was banned on it in the 1920s. In addition to an abundance of gorgeous plant life and plentiful birds and wildlife, the path has a variety of historical features, including homes that were once the domiciles of notable Philadelphians. A variety of other hiking trails in various levels of strenuousness can be accessed off of the main trail. Parking is available on Valley Green. Maps of the trail can be ordered through the Friends of the Wissahickon Valley Park Trail website.

Wissahickon Valley Trail
Valley Green Road at Wissahickon
Philadelphia, PA 19128
(215) 247-0417
http://www.yelp.com/biz/wissahickon-valley-trail-philadelphia

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