Food and Drink
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First Anniversary of The Hart of Catering & Café Holds Special Meaning to Owners
As Kevin Hart and Tim Judge, the owners of The Hart of Catering & Café, celebrate the first anniversary of their business, the couple is thankful for so much, writes Ryan Genova for Glenside Local. Hart and Judge, Oreland natives, and Springfield High School graduates, have faced a long road to where they are today.…
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The Lore of Cheesesteaks Has Something To Do With Cooper Sharp Cheese
Danny DiGiampietro, owner of Angelo’s Pizzeria in South Philadelphia, admits that Cooper Sharp cheese is a pain to work with, but its positives are hard to ignore, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. “You put it on the slicer and it sticks to everything. When you stack it up, if it’s not cold enough,…
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Philadelphia-based La Colombe Acquired By Chobani in $900 Million Deal
Chobani, the Greek yogurt and oat milk maker, has acquired Philadelphia-based La Colombe, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The $900 million deal comes eight years after its founder became a majority stakeholder in the coffee brand. “We’ve already made an investment in the coffee category with our creamers and are excited about…
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1921 Pottstown Lunch Counter Has Top-Notch Hot Dogs, a Vintage Arcade, and Working Jukeboxes
The Pottstown-native host of the YouTube series Retro Rest Stop was back in town. While there, he built an episode around The Very Best, a vintage lunch-counter at 252 E. High St. The show notes on the episode traced its history. The Very Best was established in 1921 by Greek immigrant Christ George. Its original…
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Drool-worthy: Bite into These 6 Must-Try Sandwiches in Norristown
The staff at Keystone Local Guide have curated a delicious listing of 6 sandwich shops in Norristown that will surely deliver when it comes to taste. The rankings are based on data from Yelp and Google Maps. Located at 414 E Main Street, Lou’s Sandwich Shop is an old-school diner with a warm, family-friendly atmosphere.…
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Get a Glimpse into How Asher’s Chocolate Co. Makes Such Yummy Treats
Asher’s Chocolate Co. in Souderton is an expert at making yummy treats after more than 130 years devoted to the craft, writes Amanda Brady for Localish. The company was started in 1892 by Chester Asher and the business is still in the family today. While Asher’s Chocolate Co. is a well-known name, not many people…
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Normandy Farm’s Christmas Bakeshop Sale is A Sweet Celebration of the Season
As the holiday season approaches, Normandy Farm is offering an array of baked goods to indulge in the joy and sweetness of its Christmas Bakeshop Sale. Imagine waking up on Christmas morning to the warm, spicy aroma of freshly baked cinnamon buns. These jumbo delights, priced at $24 for half a dozen, are perfect…
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Bradley Cooper Cooking Up Cheesesteaks with Danny from Angelo’s
Jenkintown native Bradley Cooper has joined forces with Danny DiGiampietro, from Philadelphia’s famous Angelo’s, to make cheesesteaks together, writes Victor Fiorillo for the Philadelphia Magazine. The pair posted a video on social media during which they are on the inside of a food truck in New York City preparing the delicious sandwiches together while wearing…
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Family-Friendly Beer Bar: Gullifty’s in Bryn Mawr Has Something for Everybody
Bryn Mawr’s Gullifty’s, a family-friendly beer bar, has something to offer for everybody, from pizzas and tacos to steak and delicious drinks, reports Bob Kelly for FOX 29 Philadelphia. The eatery is getting close to hitting its 50th anniversary. Jason Johnson, the owner of Gullifty’s, grew up in the business. “The family farm, that’s what…
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Narberth’s GET Café Is a Coffee Shop Where All Abilities Are Welcome
GET Café in Narberth has a mission: it offers employment opportunities to people with disabilities along with a social space where they can truly thrive, writes Corey Davis for 6abc. Individuals who work at GET Café making coffee and sandwiches are able to sharpen their skills in the process. “It’s an opportunity for me to…
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White Horse Coffee and Creamery Isn’t Horsing Around When It Comes to Good Coffee
Fox29’s Bob Kelly recently stopped by the White Horse Coffee and Creamery in Jenkintown to talk with owner Jean Brillman about her love of horses and coffee. She told Kelly that she has loved horses since she was a young girl and has spent a lot of time riding and training them. It was going…
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Conshohocken Italian Bakery Owner Shows Her Eagles Pride with Portrait Tomato Pies
Tina Gambone, the owner of the Conshohocken Italian Bakery, celebrates Eagles game days with specialty tomato pies, writes Aziza Shuler for CBS News. On game day, she creates portrait pies of Eagles fan favorites like Jalen Hurts, Jason Kelce, Darius “Big Play” Slay and A.J. Brown. Her roster of team players expands as she finetunes…
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The Comcast Center Has Sights on Becoming a Culinary Hub
The Comcast Center in Center City features a nice selection of restaurants, and it’s part of a grand vision for the corporation, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The roster of restaurateurs responsible for the food establishments features five James Beard Award winners. They are Greg Vernick of Vernick Coffee Bar and Vernick…
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PXV Inside Out Continues to Draw Thousands to Phoenixville, But Some Are Frustrated with Crowds
PXV Inside Out drinking and dining series continues to draw in thousands of people to Phoenixville each weekend, but some community members are frustrated about it, writes Jesse Bunch for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The popularity of Inside Out has only grown since its inception during the pandemic. “We see residents coming down and walking into…
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PXV Inside Out Continues to Draw Thousands to Phoenixville, But Some Are Frustrated with Crowds
PXV Inside Out drinking and dining series continues to draw in thousands of people to Phoenixville each weekend, but some community members are frustrated about it, writes Jesse Bunch for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The popularity of Inside Out has only grown since its inception during the pandemic. “We see residents coming down and walking into…
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As Renovations Ensue, Pat’s King of Steaks Will Operate Out of a Customized Van
For nearly a century, Pat’s King of Steaks has been a South Philadelphia staple for cheesesteak lovers, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Naturally, the old building has needed renovations, so many that the shop would need to shut down for a while. However, third-generation owner Frank Olivieri wouldn’t allow it as an option.…
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FoodChasers Kitchen Helps FOX 29’s Mike Jerrick Make His Own Cheesesteak
FoodChasers Kitchen in Elkins Park, run by sisters Maya and Kala Johnstone, is the perfect place to grab a delicious cheesesteak, reports Mike Jerrick for FOX 29. Before opening the popular spot, both sisters were principals at local schools. However it was during the pandemic that the twins decided to retire from their previous careers…
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Barstool Sports Founder Rates Lucatelli’s and Peppino’s Tomato Pies, Sparks Pizza Frenzy in Doylestown and Chalfont
David Portnoy, the founder of Barstool Sports and One Bite Pizza, has recently ignited a pizza craze in Bucks County following his visits to two local pizza places, Lucatelli’s Pizzeria in Doylestown and Peppino’s Tomato Pies and South Philly-style Sandwiches in Chalfont, writes Damon Williams for the Bucks County Courier Times. Portnoy, known as…
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