Renowned culinary scholar Michael Twitty on how food helps you ‘understand why you exist’
The Black, Jewish, and Southern queer chef will sign copies of “Koshersoul” after a talk at the Weitzman.
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Why one of the ‘most important speeches’ of Biden’s presidency took place in Philadelphia
The 46th president praised Independence Hall as a symbol of his subject matter: the “fundamentals” of U.S. democracy.
That time Bookbinder’s was raided for $50k in contraband
It was the early stages of Prohibition when federal agents discovered 358 cases of alcohol in the Old City bar.
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Old City gets a new scoop shop with Vanderwende’s, offering ice cream made on the family farm
The youngest of three siblings is bringing the Delaware venture into Philly.
Online premiere: Watch the new 10-minute short about Old City’s First Fridays
The locally produced documentary celebrates 30 years of the monthly event, and features Philly artistic movers and shakers.
The definitive guide to Philly’s Latino nightlife and dancing
Whether you’re out-dancing your tias or just starting out, here’s where to find salsa, bachata, merengue, samba, rumba, cumbia, perreo and more.
La guía definitiva para la vida nocturna y el baile latino en Filadelfia
Ya sea que estés bailando mejor que tus tías o apenas empezando, aquí es donde puedes encontrar, salsa, bachata, merengue, samba, rumba, cumbia, perreo y más.
10 things to know about the new OY/YO sculpture outside Philly’s Jewish museum
It creates an instantly iconic selfie spot on Independence Mall.
What you’ll find at the new Riverwards Produce, now open in Old City
More groceries, more snacks, and more pastries, with a focus on local goods.
Meet Hannah Callowhill Penn, Pa.’s first and only woman leader
William Penn's wife ran Pennsylvania after her husband fell ill — and kicked ass doing it.
Behind the scenes at the new Riverwards Produce, opening soon in Old City
Proprietor Vincent Finazzo talks about the ingredients to running a successful local market.
En el café Home Cuban Cafe, dos primas cubanas traen recetas familiares a Old City
Los planes están en marcha para abrir un segundo restaurante en enero de 2022.
Home Cuban Cafe opens in Old City with family recipes from Cuba
The cousins already signed a lease for a second, sit-down restaurant slated for January.
This cute boutique might be the least touristy, most Philly retail shop in Old City
Owned by a trio of women, Philadelphia Independents features local artisans and celebrates the city’s culture.
There’s dozens of Juneteenth events to attend in Philly this year
It’s now an official city holiday (at least through the end of Kenney’s term) but residents have been celebrating Freedom Day for decades.
Philly Style Bagels expands, bringing ‘best in America’ bagels to Old City
The original Fishtown location is also now back in business.
Independence Hall and Liberty Bell reopen after COVID shutdown
Capacity restrictions mean a better view, so if you haven’t been for a while, it might be worth a trip.
Shirt Corner is back! Philly icon reopens at original Old City storefront
After a devastating 2014 fire, the 80-year-old family biz is back on 3rd and Market.
With fancy entrances and glass skylights, SEPTA’s 5th Street Station is finally open
Planning and renovation on the Historic District El stop took the better part of four years.
Would a Sixers arena work on the Philly waterfront? Here’s how other cities fared
Downtown sports stadiums are on the rise across the U.S.