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South Philly’s Emilia D’Albero, 2025 Cheesemonger Olympic Gold Medalist, Talks Cheese Knowledge and More
Emilia D’Albero made history back in the fall when she became the first American to ever win gold at the Cheesemonger Olympics, writes Victor Fiorillo for Philadelphia Magazine. While D’Albero has been a cheesemonger for eight years now, her journey into the field was an accident. “I was working for Eataly corporate in New York…
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Jason Kelce’s Latest Investment Is a Local Sea Isle City Sauce
Hank Sauce, a hot sauce sold in Sea Isle City surf shops and supermarkets, now has retired Philadelphia Eagles Center Jason Kelce of Haverford as an investor, writes Amy S. Rosenberg for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Kelce is investing in the Sea Isle-based hot sauce company that produces a variety of hot and milder sauces. There…
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Montco Home Bakers’ Searches Reveal the Area’s Go-to Cookie Recipe
Google shared with USA Today the most uniquely searched Christmas cookies by state in the late-Nov. to early-Dec. timeframe. “It was interesting to see how different regions of the U.S. seem to be interested in different types of cookies,” Google Trends curator Annanya Raghavan told USA Today. “The East coast seemed to favor the internationally…
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MONTCO Today Wishes You Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays
MONTCO Today would like to wish our subscribers, readers, partners, and neighbors a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! We’re grateful for your continued support and for being part of the community we’re proud to serve every day. 2026 is coming up fast, leaving behind memories, moments, and news that shaped the year behind us. Before a new chapter begins, the MONTCO Today team will be taking a short break to…
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Montco Artists Bring Eagles Spirit to Bird Gang Spirits Labels
Two Montco artists put their local pride front and center in a limited-edition release from Bird Gang Spirits, writes Anne E. Hill for Main Line Today. Willow Grove native Jordan Spector and Montco native Paul Carpenter are among the featured creatives behind the brand’s first-ever Artist Series, celebrating the 60th anniversary of the Philadelphia Eagles’…
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As Food Dye Reckoning Nears, Horsham’s Bimbo Bakeries is Ahead of the Curve
As new food regulations begin reshaping the U.S. grocery aisle, Horsham-based Bimbo Bakeries USA is emerging as an industry leader in eliminating artificial dyes, writes Sarah Schaschek for Yahoo! News. Federal and state regulators are moving to restrict synthetic food dyes over the next 18 months, including a nationwide ban on Red No. 3 in…
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America’s Newest Delicacy Is Lanternfly Honey – But You May Not Want to Know How It’s Made
The influence of spotted lanternflies has reached the flavor of honey, and although the result can taste appealing, the way this change occurs is certainly not its strongest selling point, writes Brittany Shammas for The Washington Post. It turns out, honeybees are attracted to the sugary material left behind by spotted lanternflies after they feed during the summer and fall months.…
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Gadaleto’s Seafood Market Providing Free Meals to the Community
As the need for food security has risen throughout the local community, the owner of Gadaleto’s Seafood Market decided to take action, writes Nick Iadonisi for 6ABC. Located in West Chester, Gadaleto’s Seafood Market is open seven days a week, serving fresh crabs, lobsters, shellfish, and more. Now at Gadaleto’s, families can receive a free…
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Tea House and Shop in Doylestown Takes Visitors on a Trip to Wonderland
Take a trip to Wonderland at Doylestown’s Snarky Tea House, offering a variety of delicious sips and snacks along with a retail shop filled with fun items, reports Natalie Jason for 6abc. The tea house is run by manager Courtney Nicholas, the sister of Snarky Tea’s founder, Jenni-Lyn Williams. The company was started by Williams nine years…
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New Bakery Causes Chaos in Downingtown with Lines Out the Door
Chaos, a good kind, has erupted in Downingtown with the arrival of PanDoughMonium Bakery. Owner Robert Weinrich first thought of running his own bakery back in 2007. As a creative person whose process can sometimes be a little chaotic, hence the bakery’s name, Weinrich knew he had to pursue this dream one day. That dream…
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Norristown’s Culinary Scene Shines: Two Local Favorites Earn ‘Philadelphia Inquirer’ Spotlight
Norristown’s restaurant scene is earning some well-deserved recognition, with two local favorites catching the eye of The Philadelphia Inquirer in its 2025 “The 76” Best Restaurants rankings. Taqueria La Michoacana and El Primo stood out among hundreds of contenders, shining a light on the authentic flavors and community spirit that define Montgomery County’s food scene.…
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Philadelphia Phillies End Oak View Group Partnership to Launch New Vendor at Citizens Bank Park
The Philadelphia Phillies plan to part ways with global venue management company Oak View Group at Citizens Bank Park, choosing not to renew the operations contract once it expires at the end of the year, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Denver-based Oak View has 522 employees at Citizens Bank Park, 500 of…
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MontcoWorks and PA CareerLink Montgomery County Offer Support for Federal Workers Impacted by Government Shutdown
As the federal government shutdown continues, Montgomery County is mobilizing to support those feeling its impact. The Montgomery County Commerce Department, MontcoWorks, and PA CareerLink Montgomery County are coordinating efforts to assist federal employees who have been furloughed or are working without pay, as well as individuals whose jobs may be affected through federally funded…
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Montgomery County Commerce Department Empowers CEOs to Navigate Succession Planning
The Montgomery County Commerce Department invites local business owners, CEOs, and executives to a free event designed to help leaders prepare their companies for long-term success. Titled “Navigating Succession Planning: Business Breakthrough Roundtable,” this engaging discussion will take place on Oct. 30 from 12-2:00 PM at Clemens Family Corporation (2702 Clemens Road, Hatfield). Lunch will…
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Horsham’s Bimbo Bakeries Marks 10 Years of Racing for Good
Horsham’s Bimbo Bakeries marked a milestone this fall with the 10th edition of the Bimbo Global Race, the world’s largest race for a cause, the company announced in a press release. This year’s event united more than 165,000 runners across 28 cities and 22 countries, all racing under the motto “The Good We Share.” Their…
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After a Nine-Month Hiatus, Lil’ Dom’s Pizzeria Returns to Doylestown
After a nine-month closure, Lil’ Dom’s Pizzeria has returned to Doylestown at its new location in Hart Square on South Main Street, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. The pizzeria had been a fixture at the 1776 Shopping Center on Easton Road for nearly a decade. However, it was forced to relocate after plans were…
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Folcroft-Based Herb Fuzion Handcrafted Honey Is Pretty Sweet
PA Preferred Herb Fuzion Handcrafted Honey, based out of Folcroft, offers a line of artisanal honeys and goods using locally-sourced products, writes Leigh Green for PA Eats. From savory to floral to sweet, the online products offer the health benefits of local goldenrod and wildflower honeys and herbal infusions. Owner Lanise Middleton started her business…
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Philadelphia’s Ethical Food Entrepreneurs Champion Fair Supply Chains, Inclusive Hiring, and Sustainable Sourcing
Three food-focused companies in Philadelphia are proving profit and purpose are not at odds by driving fair supply chains, inclusive hiring, and sustainable sourcing, writes Debora Reaves Charmelus for Technical.ly. Philadelphia-based startup Food Forest AI links food and beverage brands with manufacturers and ingredient suppliers to cut inefficiencies in the food supply chain, a major…
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