Commerce
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Montgomery County Has the Region’s Top Places for Best Tomato Pie
Three Montgomery County spots are among the eleven places that make the best tomato pie in the Philadelphia region, writes Kae Lani Palmisano for The Philadelphia Inquirer. At Corropolese Bakery and Deli, with locations in Norristown, Royersford, and Audubon, offers the light spongy dough with a slightly crunchy crust that is covered with a layer…
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PrimoHoagies Celebrated National Cold Cuts Day by Announcing New Store No. 99 in Montgomery County
National sandwich-maker PrimoHoagies announced on Mar. 3 — National Cold Cuts Day — the site of the 99th link in its local commercial chain: Perkiomenville. PHL17 reporter Monica Cryan not only got the story, but she also sliced some fresh meats and cheese in the process. The new shop announcement came from Ali Nungesser, Primo’s…
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This Norristown Eatery Has Some of the Best Zeps in Montco
If you are in the mood for some delicious zeps and hoagies you do not have to go far, as some of the best in the region can be found in Montgomery County, write Jillian Wilson, Craig LaBan, and Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Eve’s Lunch in Norristown has made the list of the…
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Qurate, Parent Company of West Chester-Based QVC, Lays Off 400 Employees
As part of a broader turnaround plan, Qurate, the parent company of West Chester-based QVC and several other properties, has laid off around 400 employees, writes Jeff Blumenthal for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The cuts affected QVC and HSN employees, as well as the company’s corporate shared services teams in the U.S. Tuesday was the…
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Peter Wentz Farmstead Event Pours Forth Details of a Vintage Culinary Art
For kids — and adults, for that matter — who think that maple syrup comes only from branded squeeze bottles, the Lansdale staff at Peter Wentz Farmstead intends to demonstrate otherwise. Joe Zlomek poured forth the details in The Sanatoga Post. Tomorrow, Mar. 4, historians at Peter Wentz Farmstead will demonstrate the process of rendering…
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Espresso Martini Machine Has Montco Bar Scene in High Spirits
A new machine is coming to Montgomery County bars that fuel caffeine addicts and gives even the most skilled mixologists relief. The Philadelphia Inqiuirer poured forth its details. The technological wonder automatically dispenses espresso martinis. Its capability saves bartenders from the grueling task of preparing the necessary coffee and shaking and straining to attain the…
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Soup’s On in Montco (Chili, Too): Best In-County Spots for Comfort Food
Winter 2022–2023 may have been disappointing from a snow standpoint, but Montgomery County has seen its share of damp, raw days. The best antidote, other than wishing for early spring, is a savory soup. Here are just a few of the local restaurants that offer delicious, warm, and comforting homemade soups to pick up and…
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First YMCA Building in Chester County to Become Coatesville’s Newest Restaurant
The first YMCA building in Chester County will soon become Coatesville’s newest restaurant and brewery, Steel City Brewing, writes Bill Rettew for The Daily Local News. The new establishment is one of several newcomers to Coatesville’s Historic District and is part of Coatesville’s transformation into “the next foodie scene in Chester County,” said City Manager…
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Royersford Chick-fil-A Acts to End Teens Ruffling Patrons’ Feathers
Managers at the Chick-fil-A in Royersford took to Facebook to publicly declare that onsite patrons under 16 can no longer be in the shop unaccompanied. FOX29 Philadelphia reported the menu of troubles that caused the action. The Facebook notice cited “unacceptable behaviors” by kids and young teens at the Buckwalter Road site as the impetus…
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Before Black-History Month Slips Away: One Additional Business Worth Your Patronage
February’s Black History Month is an opportunity to broaden world view. In that spirit, Visit PA recently recommended statewide businesses worthy of a visit for the February commemoration of the Black entrepreneurial spirit. They were primarily based in the Philadelphia region, including Montgomery County. But one, a bit further away but well worth the trip,…
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Merriment and Melancholy: St. Patrick’s Day Finds Montco Partiers Drinking a Lot and Drinking Alone
A national survey of state-by-state trends for St. Patrick’s Day alcohol consumption showed Pennsylvania as a mix of merriment and melancholy. Ben Treanor shot through the data for time2play. The time2play survey asked 1,542 Americans across all 50 states and the District of Columbia about their shamrock-inspired traditions. Respondents provided information on how many drinks…
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This Montgomery County Brewery Has Some of the Best Beers in Pennsylvania
There’s an abundance of breweries scattered across the state, and some call Montgomery County home. With the germination of beer venues in the past decade, no hophead will be left thirsting for foam. In order find the best brew in the state, the website Stacker used data from BeerAdvocate and compiled a list of the…
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Brand-Loyal Royersford Sandwich Fan Brings Nevada Chain Back East — and Now to North Wales
Royersford resident Chris Shimer was such a fan of Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop, a fast-casual brand, that he returned it to its East Coast roots. He has just launched his first Montgomery County site, as reported by Yahoo News. Capriotti’s has been around since 1976, launching in Wilmington, Delaware. It built its reputation (and sandwiches) on…
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Although Winter’s Chill Lingers, Summer — And Its Abundant Fresh Produce — Isn’t That Far Off
Less than 90 days. That’s all local fresh produce fans need to wait until the opening of the Conshohocken Farmers’ Market at the plaza at SORA West. Kevin Tierney reported the countdown in More than the Curve. Once it opens on May 20, 9:00 AM to noon, its harvest of local goods will be available…
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State’s Tourism Office Touts a Pair of Montco Businesses in Honor of Black History Month
Visit PA, marking Black History Month and supporting Black-owned businesses, has searched the state and arrived at two recommendable commercial entities in Montgomery County. Black History Month goes back to 1915, according to an article on The History Channel website. Its February timeframe was in honor of the January 31, 1865 passing of the 13th…
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Limerick Township Officials Welcome Family Business Evolution from Online to Brick-and-Mortar
Small-business owner Chris Canale attended the Feb. 21 meeting of the Limerick Township Board of Supervisors. He sought approval for a move his Cotton and Crete — a fully online home décor shop — into a former Royersford chapel. Joe Zlomek reported the request in The Sanatoga Post. Retail is Canale’s second career. He shares its…
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PrimoHoagies Opens in King of Prussia Town Center: Freebies Served Up Today
PrimoHoagies opens a new shop in the King of Prussia Town Center today, Feb. 21. To celebrate, certain customers will be treated to a free sandwich, as reported by Happening Next. The Primo-sized hoagie giveaway applies only to the first 100 customers in line. They must be participants in the brand’s rewards program, which hoagie…
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Hatboro Brewer Comments on National Conversation about Best Fridge-Staple Beers
VinePair — a national digital media company that curates content on beer, wine, and spirits — sought professional opinions on “fridge-staple” beers. The feedback included comment from Shane Fisher, assistant brewer, Artifact Brewing, Hatboro. VinePair started its survey by defining the topic. It characterized fridge-staple beers as those that “… when faced with the glut…
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