Food and Drink
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One of the 100 Most Romantic Restaurants in America Is Closer to Montco Than You Think
As 2024 unfolds, many couples are looking for the perfect spot to rekindle their romance over a delicious meal. The OpenTable list of the 100 Most Romantic Restaurants in America offers a top recommendation that’s not too far from home. Kaamil Jones noted it for NBC10 Philadelphia. OpenTable determined the restaurants that provide the best…
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Following Success of His Past Two Restaurants, Speer Madanat Gears Up to Open Ice Cream West Chester
Coatesville Native Speer Madanat, the chef and owner of the popular Pizza West Chester and Steaks West Chester food joints is moving onto ice cream, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Madanat has signed a lease at 14 N. Church Street, the former Juice Pod building, which is three blocks away from his pizzeria.…
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Montco’s Best Sports Bars: Where To Watch Every College Basketball Game in Montgomery County
When it’s game time, we understand your cravings: wings, burgers, beer, and big screens. Indulge in the ultimate game-day experience with Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board’s curated selection of the finest sports bars in Montgomery County. City Works Eatery & Pour House City Works Eatery & Pour House is King of Prussia Town Center’s neighborhood bar.…
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Here’s Your Go-to Guide for the Most Decadent Pies Around Montgomery County
If you are attending any parties this spring, a delicious pie is always a great treat to bring with you, writes Kae Lani Palmisano and Hira Qureshi for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Here are some of the best places to go for pie in and around Montgomery County. Pie and Plate Café at 43 N. Main…
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Phoenixville Gets New Coffee Shop, Bakery Thanks to Nonprofit Organizations Coming Together
260 Bridge Cafe is Phoenixville’s newest coffee shop and bakery located on the former site of the Black Walnut Winery, writes Justin Heinze for Patch. The cafe is alive thanks to the contribution of Partners Creating Community, an organization of several nonprofits in the area that work together to improve the lives and opportunities of…
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Starting Small at Farmers Market in Downingtown, Auntie Anne’s Now Has Over 2,000 Locations Worldwide
The popular mall staple, Auntie Anne’s, has been serving delicious pretzels and treats for over three decades, but it started as a small business right here in Chester County, writes Kalena Thomhave for The Keystone. Auntie Anne’s was created by “Auntie” Anne Beiler, who bought a stand at a farmers’ market in Downingtown to sell…
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Asher’s Chocolate Company in Souderton Has Been Creating Delicious Treats for Generations
Asher’s Chocolate Company in Souderton is a family-owned chocolate maker that has been creating delicious treats for five generations, reports Dan Sheridan for 6abc. Depending on the time of the year, the chocolate factory makes anywhere between 10,000 and 15,000 pounds of products every day. “We make over 300 products year-round,” said Chester Asher, Asher’s…
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Bryn Mawr Chef Has Become the Go-to Expert for Authentic Spanish Cuisine
Veronica Fitzgerald, born in Ecuador, but now living in Bryn Mawr, has become the Main Line expert on the popular empanada, writes Ed Williams for Main Line Today. She established V Empanadas at the Lancaster County Farmers Market just over a year ago, and it has already become the go-to spot for authentic Spanish cuisine.…
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Bryn Mawr Chemist’s Book Brews Bitter Debate Between the U.S. and the U.K.
When Michelle Francl, a chemistry professor at Bryn Mawr College published her book, “Steeped: The Chemistry of Tea,” she had no idea it would stir up an international controversy between the U.S. and the U.K., writes Suryatapa Bhattacharya and Gareth Vipers for The Wall Street Journal. In her new book released this week, she examines…
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A New Ardmore Zero Proof Bottle Shop Offers a Different Type of Intoxicating Experience
Wallace Dry Goods in Ardmore wants to be the community hotspot for people looking for non-alcoholic fun, writes Nydia Han and Heather Grubola for 6abc. The non-alcoholic industry has been booming in the last few years and Robin Cummiskey, the owner of Wallace Dry Goods, wants people to know that they can still enjoy fun,…
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Philadelphia is the 4th Best Pizza City in the Nation
For the third consecutive year, Philadelphia has been ranked as one of the top five cities in the country for its pizza, writes Brianna Fallon for NBC 10 Philadelphia. Philadelphia came in at No. 4 on the list, trailing Denver, Colorado; Buffalo, New York; and Boston, Massachusetts. Clever Real Estate conducts a yearly survey that…
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Kismet Bagels Luncheonette Is Serving Up Delicious Smiles in Penn Valley
Since its opening on Valentine’s Day, Kismet Bagels Luncheonette in Penn Valley has been quickly embraced by the Main Line community, writes Ben Silver for Main Line Today. Owned by Alexandra and Jacob Cohen, the eatery is the newest location where customers can enjoy the Cohens’ special recipe for bagels. The vintage lunch counter has…
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A Jenkintown Tomato Company Is Being Sued Over ‘Highly Misleading Tomato Packaging’
A woman is alleging that Simpson Imports Ltd., based in Jenkintown has used “highly misleading tomato packaging” on its canned and boxed San Merican Tomatoes, writes Ryan Genova for Glenside Local. The lawsuit will proceed in federal court despite attempts from Simpson to have the case dismissed. The claimant Andrea Valiente of California said that…
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This West Chester Cheesesteak Place Offers One of the Best Cheesesteaks in the County
Steaks, otherwise known as Steaks West Chester, serves a variety of steak sandwiches, but its standout menu item is the cheesesteak, writes Jim Pappas for PhillyBite Magazine. The cheesesteak is authentic and classic, making it a must-try for any cheesesteak lover. Their classic cheesesteak is the perfect choice for a first-time Steaks customer. The cheesesteak…
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Owner of Bluebird Distilling in Phoenixville Took Big Risk During Pandemic — And It Paid Off
Jared Adkins has operated Bluebird Distilling in Phoenixville since 2014. When businesses started to close in 2020 due to the pandemic, the majority of his twenty-two staff left. However, instead of scaling down his operation, Adkins decided to expand, writes Emma Minor for the Main Line Today. “I decided to buy a very big coffee…
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Yes, Designer Ice Is a Real Thing and You Can Order Some Right Here in Montco
Since the pandemic, Americans have been embracing a new trend that may surprise you: Designer ice. It started with Reddit threads on different types of ice cubes and then came the TikTok “ice influencers,” writes Sandy Hingston for Philadelphia Magazine. Soon it was considered passé to use “garbage” ice from the ice trays in your…
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Warrington Welcomes Dirty Dough: A New Spot for Stuffed Cookie Lovers
Warrington is welcoming a scrumptious new business that offers a selection of “stuffed” cookies to melt in your mouth, writes Jeff Werner for The Patch. Dirty Dough Cookies opened its doors last week, with a menu full of “thicker, softer, and gooier cookies.” Patrons can munch on the “Brookie” which is loaded with…
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Meat Bouquet from Manny’s Deli Captures Both the Flavor and Sentiment of Valentine’s Day
Jeremy Thomas, Chase Thomas, and Robert Woloshin — the proprietors of Manny’s Restaurant and Delicatessen in Holland and Manny’s Deli Stop in Willow Grove — have always believed that a meal should be an experience. Well, in the spirit of Valentine’s Day, their eateries are offering quite the experience for meat lovers: a Valentine’s Day…
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