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Chef Jose Garces has done it again, head to Old City to check out The Olde Bar at the landmark Old Original Bookbinder’s. This contemporary oyster saloon is serving up a unique brunch with items steeping in the city’s nautical traditions. The Olde Bar is a cocktail lounge and restaurant “serving oysters on the half shell,Continue reading “The Olde Bar-Brunch”

At the corner of 4th and Popular in Northern Liberties, is a colorful cafe bustling with an early morning coffee crowd and a fair amount of customers who linger throughout the day enjoying delicious Latin cuisine while reading the newspaper or typing away on their laptop computers. We stumbled upon Cafe Chismosa on accident, butContinue reading “Cafe Chismosa”

It all begins with the freshest ingredients! Sushiburritos are a creation inspired by two of the most delicious foods. Originally created as a concept taking out the intimidation for many Americans who haven’t tried sushi or don’t know how to use chopsticks. Hai Street Kitchen & Co. utilizes fresh and familiar ingredients to create beautiful creationsContinue reading “Hai Street Kitchen & Co.”

Ai Ramen translates to “ai” meaning “love” in Japanese. Located inside The Shops at Liberty Place food court. Ai Ramen is the newest addition to the food court, brought to you by the great minds behind Hai Street Kitchen. The restaurant opened in June 2016 and focuses on traditional, Tonkotsu-style ramen made with pork broth, freshContinue reading “Ai Ramen”

This July 4th, impress your guests by going beyond the burgers and buns and whipping up some beautiful Steak with Chimichurri Sauce with just a little prep and your grill. Chimichurri is a sauce or marinade used for grilled meats originating in Argentina. This light sauce has bright flavors from its fresh ingredients and willContinue reading “Steak with Chimichurri Sauce”

Looking for a quick escape from the city without having to buy a plane ticket or drive in the car for hours? Check out Monarch Philly in Northern Liberties. Its the best spot to swim, eat, and drink. You’ll feel like you’re off on the coasts of the Mediterranean by their  pool with the blue andContinue reading “Monarch Philly”

Capofitto is celebrating summer with a weekly Pizzata, late night happy hour, as well as some beautiful new seasonal menu items. Pizzata is an Italian slang term for pizza party at the end of the school year. Celebrate summer with $10 pizzas from 8-10pm on Monday and Tuesdays. Summer brings a bounty of sensuous and deliciousContinue reading “Capofitto’s Pizzata and Summer Menu”

Who could imagine that working as a Naval engineer would lead Mahmoud Chaabane to opening Poke Bowl in Northern Liberties, Philadelphia? Poke, pronounced “po-kay”, is Hawaiian for to section, slice, or cut. This raw fish salad originated in Hawaii as an appetizer or snack, but the trend is catching on quickly for being a healthy,Continue reading “Poke Bowl”

On Sunday June 26, 2016 two thousand people showed up to Xfinity Live for the 6th Annual Philly Burger Brawl. This year’s festivities also included 2 new segments: the Taco Takedown and Cutthroat Cocktail Competition. This year’s event showcased about 30 burger competitors, 11 taco competitors and 12 cocktail competitors. Burger and taco competitors were setContinue reading “Philly Burger Brawl”

This recipe will show you that meatballs don’t just go with spaghetti! These chicken meatballs are full of fresh ginger, scallions and garlic accompanied by ponzu sauce—a citrus seasoned soy sauce. Cook these meatballs and alongside broccolini on one pan in the oven! Toss those greens in a miso butter for a savory silky coating. Sushi rice is a pleasantlyContinue reading “Japanese Chicken Meatballs”