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Million-Dollar Lottery Ticket Bought in Montco to Expire Soon
The Pennsylvania Lottery is trying to reach the person in Montgomery County who purchased a lottery ticket worth $1 million, according to WGAL. The lottery ticket will expire on Sunday, February 4, 2024. The winning ticket was sold at East Roadrunner on Germantown Pike in Plymouth Meeting back in February of 2023. It matched all…
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Dead King Bread Makes Manayunk Timber in Northwest Philadelphia Its New Home
Manayunk Timber, Philadelphia’s only sawmill, is now also home to Dead King Bread, a sourdough bakery that relocated there this fall from a farm in Germantown, writes Jenn Ladd for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The offbeat bakery has mostly operated on a subscription basis over the last eight years. To create their crusty sourdough loaves, founder…
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A Popular Canadian Coffee Chain Is Looking to Expand in Greater Philadelphia
Tim Hortons, a popular Canadian coffee chain, is looking to grow its presence in the Greater Philadelphia region, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The chain recently opened its fifth New Jersey store in Cinnaminson, New Jersey at the end of November. There is also a Tim Hortons coffee shop in Stratford at…
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Brunch Classics: Dress Up Your Bloody Mary with These Vodka Including One Distilled in Lansdale
The Bloody Mary is an underrated brunch cocktail and deserves a leveling up, writes Brian Freedman for Food & Wine. While there are a lot of different ingredients that can go into this cocktail, it is the vodka that truly elevates it. Try one of these 5 vodkas the next time you are whipping up…
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Bryn Mawr’s Madison McEntee Pens Unique Cookbook for Those Cooking Alone
Do you burn cornflakes? Live at Wawa? Have enough empty pizza boxes to build your own clubhouse? We’ve got a cookbook for you. Madison McEntee has created a book of recipes for those who may be out on their own, possibly for the first time, and are a little lost in the kitchen. McEntee draws…
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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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