Restaurants & Lodging
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Blue Pearl Café in Ardmore Helping Customers Meet Their Health Goals
Blue Pearl Café, the new vegan restaurant in Ardmore, is helping its customers reach their health goals, writes Hadas Kuznits for the KYW Newsradio. The establishment’s owner, FJ Leto, previously founded Juice Dr. also in Ardmore. “We mainly do a direct-to-consumer subscription service,” he said. “We deliver fresh juices all over the Philadelphia area. We…
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Philadelphia Magazine: These Three Montco Bakeries Offer Cakes, Pastries Fit to Make Anyone’s Day a Little Sweeter
Whether it’s for a big event like a wedding, or to simply satisfy a sweet tooth, these three Montgomery County bakeries offer up cakes and pastries fit to make anyone’s day a little sweeter, according to Philadelphia Magazine. Sweet Freedom Bakery in Bryn Mawr is perfect for the mindful sweet tooth with dietary restrictions, as…
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Closure of Le Bus Café in Center City Will Not Affect the Brand’s King of Prussia Bakery
The closure of Le Bus café in Center City will not affect the brand’s other operations, including its King of Prussia wholesale commercial bakery, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The café is closing after 24 years in Philadelphia, with the last fourteen at the same location. Owner David Braverman, who referred to the…
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Weldon Soda Fountain in Glenside One of Few Place to Get Ice Cream Sodas
Weldon Soda Fountain in Glenside is one of the few places left that offers ice cream soda, a nostalgic treat that originated in Philadelphia nearly 150 years ago, writes Jenn Ladd for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The ice cream parlor designed in the style of 1930s has been operating since 2015. It changed owners in October…
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Three Mini-Itineraries to Plan During Labor Day Weekend
Given the opportunities to Let Freedom Reign in Valley Forge & Montgomery County, PA, Labor Day here is a prime spot for one last summer hurrah, writes Justine Garbarino for Valley Forge. While discovering our many possibilities, be sure to share your posts, photos, tweets, and status updates by using #MakeItMontco. Affordable Adventure Itinerary There’s…
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Discover Diverse-Owned Restaurants in Montgomery County
More important than the plethora of eatery options available in Montgomery County is the diversity of the people who own and operate restaurants in Montgomery County, writes Katie Kohler for ValleyForge.com. Welcome to the Avenue in Pottstown is owned by Kwane Haywood whose life long dream to have his own restaurant was fueled by watching…
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Elkins Park Native Offers Socially Distanced, Guided Backyard Wine Tastings
What started off as a fun quarantine activity for Elkins Park native, Isabel Hirshberg, and her family has now turned into an attempt to further her education, writes Stephanie Farr for The Philadelphia Inquirer. After her fellowship at Kingston Family Vineyards on the Pacific coast of Chile was abruptly ended due to COVID-19, Hirshberg only…
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Horsham-Based Grupo Bimbo Experiences Pandemic Surge in Demand for Buns
With more food being consumed at home due to the pandemic, Horsham-based Grupo Bimbo SAB de CV is experiencing a significant surge in demand for its hamburger and hot-dog buns, writes Eric Schroeder for the Baking Business. The company’s sales in these two bun categories rose by more than 21 percent in the 52 weeks…
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FOX 29’s ‘Breakfast With Bob’ Visits Hatboro Dish
At the end of last month, Bob Kelly of FOX 29’s “Breakfast With Bob” visited Hatboro Dish to the delight of many gathered – but socially distanced – diners. Hatboro Dish owner Jackie Evangelista gave the host a tour of the menu as well as the precautions being taken due to the coronavirus pandemic. The…
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After Shop in Collegeville Closes, Phoenixville Man Takes His Renowned Philly Cheesesteaks To Chester County
Despite the pandemic that has been wreaking havoc on the restaurant industry, a new Philly Cheesesteaks opened in Berwyn earlier this month to the delight of local food aficionados, writes Caroline O’Halloran for SAVVY Main Line. The eatery has ingredients that are a cut above, with ribeye steak sliced in house and all-natural chicken that…
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Juice Dr. Expanding Its Subscription Service with Its First Brick-and-Mortar Location in Ardmore
Juice Dr., the Philadelphia subscription juice company, is expanding its business model with its first brick-and-mortar location in Ardmore, writes Laura Smythe for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The Blue Pearl Café will launch on Saturday. Its vegan concept will feature the company’s staple cold-pressed juices alongside a full plant-based menu that will include coffee, overnight…
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Hotels Across Montgomery County Make It Safe
By Katie Kohler Whether you choose Montgomery County for a staycation or are getting out of town for a change of scenery, you can rest easy at the county’s various hotels. Safety and cleanliness are now the must-have amenities, and Montco’s 80 hotels have upped their already-high standards. Visitors will find hand sanitizer stations, social…
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Lansdale-Based Boardroom Spirits Kickstarting New Canned Cocktail Line
Lansdale-based Boardroom Spirits has launched its new line of Vodka and Soda cocktails, further diversifying its product range during the pandemic, writes Laura Smythe for the Philadelphia Business Journal. When the pandemic closed area restaurants for on-premises dining, the four-year-old distillery pivoted to selling pre-made bottled cocktails made using freshly-squeezed juices and housemade syrups. When…
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Milan Salad Dressing Is an Old Time Favorite in the Philadelphia Region
Meet the DiBattista family, producers of Philly’s Original Milan salad dressing, available in stores throughout the Tri-state area and beyond, writes Peg DeGrassa for the Daily Times. “All my life I’ve heard about the Milan salad my dad and grandfather made famous at their ‘Milan’ restaurant,” explained Jimmy DiBattista. “My dream, since the restaurant closed,…
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Hatboro Brewer Suffers Another Devastating Hit with Latest COVID-19 Restriction
Crooked Eye in Hatboro is one of many craft breweries across the state that have suffered another devastating blow with the latest set of COVID-19 related restrictions, writes Neil Strebig for the Ellwood City Ledger. After having to rely on to-go sales following the initial March shutdown, most craft breweries with a taproom saw a…
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Lansdale-Based Boardroom Spirits Increases Product Portfolio
Despite the ongoing pandemic, Lansdale-based Boardroom Spirits has increased production, retained and hired new employees, and expanded its product portfolio with new cocktails and product extensions. The company decided to grow its operation due to the need to pivot during the uncertain economic climate. The Boardroom expanded its online store which now offers a new…
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Despite Nationwide Jump, Sales of Alcohol Stagnate in Pennsylvania
Despite a significant jump in sales of alcohol nationwide during the pandemic, sales of adult beverages in Pennsylvania have been relatively stable during this time, writes Patrick Gleason for Forbes. Spirits retail sales in control states increased by 19.6 percent in June compared to the previous year. According to the new report by the National…
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Ruth’s Chris Steak House in King of Prussia Another Victim of COVID-19 Pandemic
As a result of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic that is decimating the nation’s restaurant industry, Ruth’s Chris Steak House in King of Prussia has closed its doors for good, writes Kennedy Rose for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The restaurant temporarily closed in March, but the downturn has ultimately led to the closure becoming permanent, according…
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