Food and Drink
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Satisfy Your Cravings with Healthy Dining Options at CraveWell Cafe in Malvern, Collegeville
CraveWell Cafe is a quick-service, healthy restaurant in Malvern, reports Bob Kelly for Fox 29 Philadelphia. After suffering a stroke in 2016, Deb Manchester decided she wanted to open a restaurant that focused on health and nutrition. “My favorite salad is the Apple Pecan, and my favorite sandwich is the garlic chicken,” said Manchester. The…
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For Hatfield’s Smiley, It’s All About Baseball, Pork, and Positivity
The Hatfield company has been delivering pork products to Pennsylvania families for over 100 years, so it was only a matter of time before a mascot named Smiley joined their family. Smiley was born in February 1987 during National Meat Month and has lived most of his life in a cozy barn in Hatfield. Smiley…
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Chester County Bakery Among List of Best Bakeries in Pennsylvania
Cookies, cakes, pastries, and more are the subject of some of the best bakeries in Pennsylvania. The Keystone compiled a list of the 13 best in the state, and one Chester County bakery is among them. While also naming the best on the list, there are also recommendations of what to order and Yelp reviewers…
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The Hoagie May Have Actually Started in This Delaware County Spot
The Philadelphia hoagie is one of America’s most famous regional cold cut sandwiches and it may have started in Chester, writes Alex Mitchell for The New York Post. Today, DiCostanza’s is a sandwich shop in Boothwyn, but back in 1925, the family had a grocery business at Chester’s West End. According to the DiCostanza website,…
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Main Line Native Jake Heller Is the Nation’s Cheesemonger Champ
Main Line native Jake Heller is a bona fide cheesemonger who was recently named the best cheesemonger in the nation. The 28-year-old has come a long way since his first job as a 16-year-old Lower Merion High School student working as a clerk at Narberth Cheese, writes Jenn Ladd for The Philadelphia Inquirer. “I was…
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Former City Buns Owner Adjusts Business Model, Successfully Launches Bakery in West Chester
The former City Buns owner Vicky Lambert recently adjusted her business model and kicked off an updated concept in West Chester in December to great success, writes Gina Lizzo for Main Line Today. The recently opened bakery, Happy Bakery, offers an expanded menu that also includes cookies, brownies, petite cakes, and so much more. Before…
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Lola’s Garden in Ardmore Serves Delicious Food and Creative Drinks in Lovely Ambiance
Lola’s Garden in Ardmore is a perfect spot in Suburban Square to enjoy delicious dishes and creative drinks while taking in the lovely ambiance, reports Bob Kelly for FOX 29 Philadelphia. The popular spot recently expanded its offerings with a new wine bar. “We have this wonderful place so we want to be known for…
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Plymouth Meeting’s Biscuit Lady Traded Her Corporate Job for New Life Making Amazing Biscuits
Tara Torrence decided to leave her job at a mortgage company and focus on something she knew she was great at: making amazing biscuits, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. In just two years, she went from working in her home kitchen to a Wissahickon shared space to her new freestanding restaurant in Plymouth…
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J-Town Market Brings Iconic Empanadas and More to Jenkintown
J-Town Market and Eatery is a charming new establishment in Jenkintown that serves empanadas, fresh produce, and breakfast sandwiches, reports Bob Kelly for Fox 29 Philadelphia. The Montgomery County corner store opened in May, that is the third in a series of establishments owned by Rosie Thomas and her husband Jiji. They originally…
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Montco Restaurant Scene About To Become Even Richer
A mix of new eateries will open in Montgomery County over the summer, enriching an already thriving restaurant scene and offering residents even more choice, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Cantina Feliz, Fort Washington’s longtime upmarket Mexican restaurant, will move into its new space in downtown Ambler in August. La Baja is a…
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These Are Some of the Best Ice Cream Shops in Montgomery County
From soft-serve to ice cream sandwiches and gigantic sundaes, there are numerous places to eat cold, pure dairy treats in the Philadelphia suburbs, including Montgomery County, writes Laura Swartz for Philadelphia Magazine. Despite being a new addition to the scene, Lu & Aug’s in Ardmore has quickly become a neighborhood favorite since opening its shop…
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This Montgomery County Farmers Market is Considered a Must-Visit
The Ambler Farmers Market is considered a must-visit farmers market in Pennsylvania, writes Emily Kovach for PA Eats. As farmers markets gain popularity nationwide, the Ambler market, located at 29 W. Butler Ave., stands out for its dedication to community and quality. Held every Saturday from May through November, 9 AM to 12 PM, the…
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Popular Doylestown Ice Cream, Pretzel Shop Considered a Hidden Gem of the Area
The Salt Box in Doylestown is Bucks County’s sweetest hidden gem with delicious offerings that are guaranteed to satisfy everybody, whether they like sweet or salty, writes Gianna for New Jersey 101.5. The shop makes soft pretzels, including offering stuffed ones, along with their own ice cream. It is currently getting thousands of views on…
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One of World’s Best Master Chocolatiers Is In West Chester
Éclat Chocolate in West Chester, run by renowned master chocolatier Christopher Curtin, makes some of the best chocolate in the world, writes Kiki Aranita for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Curtin was a champion cross-country skier when he decided to train in Europe to become a master chocolatier at 22. Years later, he became the first American…
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New Pizza Hut Opened Its Doors This Week in Royersford
Pizza Hut has “quietly” opened its newest location in Royersford on Wednesday and is planning to hold a grand opening celebration on Jun. 21, writes Justin Heinze for the Patch. The new eatery is located at 1810 E. Ridge Pike, close to Giant and Target and next to a Wayback Burgers location. The location is…
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Bucks County’s Fritz Bakery Announces Major Expansion Ahead of 50th Anniversary
Fritz Bakery, a beloved mainstay in Bucks County since 1974, is set to expand its Bensalem location to accommodate growing demand, writes Dino Ciliberti for the Patch. Known for its sticky buns, brownies, cookies, and other sweet treats, the bakery has been a staple in the community for nearly 30 years, with locations in…
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One of the 20 Best Burgers in the Philadelphia Region is Served By This Ardmore Eatery
The Philadelphia region has many great burgers, and one of the 20 best ones to eat right now is served by a Montgomery County eatery, write Craig LaBan, Michael Klein, and Henry Savage for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Ripplewood Whiskey & Craft in Ardmore serves a delicious double-patty burger made by chef/co-owner Biff Gottehrer. For the…
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Yardley Pizzeria Takes Crown as Best Pizza Spot in Bucks County
A survey aimed at figuring out who serves up the best pie in Bucks County received numerous nominations, but one has emerged as the clear favorite, writes Kara Seymour for the Patch. Over 1,400 people responded to the survey and more than 100 sent praises for DeLorenzo’s in Yardley and its thin crust tomato pies.…
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