Food and Drink
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Slow Supply Chains, Fast Rise in Need Affect Montgomery County’s Food Insecurity Outreaches
Like their counterparts across the Philadelphia region, Montgomery County providers of emergency food services are struggling against an ongoing convergence of negatives: supply-chain delays in an inflationary economy at a time of increased demand. Erin McCarthy reported the difficulties in The Philadelphia Inquirer. The Share Food Program that serves seniors in Montgomery, Philadelphia, and Chester…
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The Mummers and a Pottstown Distillery Step Out Together for Hard Iced Tea Brand
When Mummers’ Fancy Brigade Division members thought of launching a branded, seasonal hard iced tea, they chose to work with Pottstown’s Kiki Vodka to produce it. Ximena Conde reported on the collaboration in The Philadelphia Inquirer. Mummers Row Philly Tea, which entered the market in November, was inspired by an empty beer can. Michael Orlando,…
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This Unassuming BBQ Stand in Devon Has Attracted Meat-Lovers From Around Chester County
An unassuming BBQ stand at a Devon gas station has been serving the community for over two years, writes Maura Boughter-Dornfield for Main Line Tonight. Back in 2020, Chesterbrook resident Jason Wilder was struggling to support his children after COVID cost him his job. With nearly 25 years of professional financial experience, he brainstormed…
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Amidst Evolution of Local Booze, Craft-Cocktail Veteran Lauds Her Pottstown-Based Distillery’s Business Plan
Craft-cocktail veteran Jennifer Sabatino made a name for herself at East Passyunk’s Stateside, where she built out an ambitious bar program that accompanied the local, seasonal food menu, writes Jenn Ladd for The Philadelphia Inquirer. That experience, together with the time she spent running local spirits-focused Aldine in Rittenhouse, prepared her for her current position…
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Online Magazine Rates the Five Best Burger Joints in Montco
When it comes to burger joints, Montgomery County offers plenty of options for both classic favorites and more modern creations, writes Eric Henderson for PhillyBite Magazine. Still, some places stand out from the crowd and offer some of the best burgers in the region. Phil’s Tavern in Blue Bell offers a classic burger for lunch…
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Preschool Friends — Now Paired in the Restaurant Business — Revive a 50s-Style Bridgeport Diner
Steve Sicilia and Paul Salamy bonded as two-year-olds in preschool. The pair entered the foodservice industry as high schoolers, and now, they’re taking their experience into a Bridgeport site, Muffins. Michael Klein chronicled their personal and business connection in The Philadelphia Inquirer. Sicilia and Salamy befriended each other in Mrs. Smith’s class at Good Shepherd…
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Celebrate National Bacon Day With Savory-Sweet Treats on Dec. 30
December 30 is National Bacon Bay, making it the perfect time to dig into some sinfully delicious, sizzling strips of bacon. Here’s a sampling of places throughout the county where you can order savor bites of bacon from breakfast right through to lunch, dinner, and even dessert. Bernie’s Restaurant & Bar, which is named for…
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Award-winning Forest & Main in Ambler Expands with More Space, Second Tap Room
Forest & Main Brewing in Ambler became an instant hit with locals when it first opened its doors ten years ago, writes Jenn Ladd for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Owners Daniel Endicott and Gerard Olson were overjoyed with how the beer sales were going, but the restaurant was mostly propped up by its brewery. When the…
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New Book Reveals Plymouth Meeting Mall’s Role in Creation of Retail-Centric Food Courts
Alexandra Lange’s new book, Meet Me by the Fountain: An Inside History of the Mall, reveals the role Plymouth Meeting Mall played in the creation of mall food courts. Victorino Matus reported the distinction for The Washington Free Beacon. According to the book, the first-ever indoor, multibrand, quick-serve food location amid rows of retail stores…
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Family-Run Pie Company Goes National: Vendors Include West Chester’s QVC
Based in Richmond, Virginia, pie-making company Joyebells has taken over shelves nationwide and is sold through West Chester’s QVC, as well as Sam’s Club and Food Lion, reports CBS 6 Richmond. Three years ago, Joye-Bell Moore started selling a few pies a week to a local restaurant, using the sweet potato pie recipe created by…
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Online Magazine Identifies Montgomery County’s Nine Best Restaurants
Montgomery County has a variety of delicious dining options for both tourists and residents. From Italian to seafood, PhillyBite Magazine cited the best destinations for foodies in the region. Caruso Brick Oven Trattoria Souderton This family-owned Italian restaurant offers brick-oven pizzas, authentic cuisine and plenty of wine. Diners watching their diets can opt…
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Quakertown Mexican Spot Provides Unique Dishes, Specialty Coffee, and, for Its Proprietor, Salvation
A new dining spot in the area is offering some special food and drink options for those liking for something new. Ryan Kneller wrote about the establishment for WFMZ 69. Tacos & Coffee, located at 240 South West End Boulevard in Quakertown, is owned by Dominic Mangiaruga, who opened the new spot last week. Offering…
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Glenside Pub Crawl, Sidelined by Other Priorities in 2016, Returns
Chuck Dougherty’s idea for a mobile party that would travel from one Glenside watering hole to another started small. But over the outing’s ensuing 20 years, it surged in popularity and gained an official title: the Glenside Pub Crawl. Dougherty’s familial responsibilities eventually made it unsustainable. But, as reported by Ryan Genova in the Glenside…
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Raise a Glass to the 2022 Holidays with Plenty of Locally Crafted Potables That Pop
In the light of Hanukkah candles, the Christmas yule log, and Diwali fireworks, the winter holidays shine even brighter with seasonal drinks from Montco. The county’s array of inventive breweries, wineries, and distilleries bringing back old favorites and releasing new ones, all while offering cocktail workshops, food-truck festivals, and music. All five of these recommendations…
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Sandwiches, Sides, and So Much More at Grumpy’s Handcarved Sandwiches in Pottstown
When the craving for a sandwich hits, what do you do? When only the best will suffice, head to Grumpy’s Handcarved Sandwiches (located at 137 E. High Street in Pottstown). No plastic-wrapped lunch meat here, only the best quality meats and cheeses, ingredients, and baked-from-scratch bakery items. Set in downtown Pottstown along High Street, this…
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Merry Menus: Montgomery County Restaurants Supply Much More than Milk and Cookies
It takes a lot of energy to navigate the Dec. timeframe, given the calorie burn involved with shopping, wrapping, mailing cards, hosting meals, and decorating. They’re tasks best not tackled on an empty stomach. The following restaurant recommendations from the Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board are not only fortifying, they’re convenient and delicious. Capital…
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Fans of a Glenside Deli Liked It So Much, They Bought It
When Rose and Tony Giuliano decided to retire from their family food-service business, Giuliano’s Deli, they didn’t want to see its 40-year legacy fade. But they knew they couldn’t entrust it to just anyone. Theresa Katalinas reported the familial solution in The Pottstown Mercury. The shop — a community staple for hoagies, sandwiches, and beer…
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North Penn Food Critic Recommends Lansdale’s Koffee Korner Café
Who knows better about go-to spots for a robust cup of coffee accompanied by a filling meal at a budget-friendly price than a student? Shreeya Patel, of North Penn High School’s The Knight Crier, chronicled her recent primo perk experience at Lansdale’s Koffee Korner Café. “Koffee Korner is known primarily for [its] breakfast and coffee,”…
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