Commerce
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Craig LaBan’s Hoagie Tour Highlights Some Favorite Delco Shops
Food critic Craig LaBan from The Philadelphia Inquirer recently completed a restaurant tour of Delaware County and gave the scene high marks. But no trip to Delaware County is complete without a hoagie circuit. Part of his tour included trips to several hoagie shops in the county. That includes the DiConstanza family in Boothwyn, who…
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Montco Responds: What’s Philadelphia’s Signature Sandwich—a Hoagie or a Cheesesteak?
While cheesesteaks are an undeniable reality of Philadelphia life, hoagies may be the true kings of the local sandwich scene, writes Hawk Krall for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Hoagies have been a staple of the local cuisine for nearly a century, maybe even predating the cheesesteak. They are available everywhere throughout the region and offer unmatched…
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Ambler Vegan Company is Serving Up Delicious Plant-Based Meals Anyone Could Love
Ambler Vegan Company is making it easy to enjoy a delicious meal without the inclusion of animal products with its delectable bowls, smoothies, and juices, writes Ed Williams for Main Line Today. With its repurposed table and chairs found at yard sales, Ambler Vegan Company’s dining space feels cozy and homey. The menu here is…
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Limerick Wawa to Include ‘Beer Cave’ After Receiving Liquor License Approval
Wawa in Limerick has received approval for its liquor license and is now planning to rearrange its interior to include a “beer cave” with seating that will be designated for beer and wine sales, writes Michael Tanenbaum for the Philly Voice. This will be Wawa’s seventh location in Pennsylvania to sell wine and beer and…
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Souderton Business Owner Honors British Heritage by Serving Up Tea at Tilly Mint’s Tea Room
Although Trish Stubbs was born in America, she has deep familial roots connecting her to England, reports Tamala Edwards for 6abc. “I’m the first American in my family. My entire family is from Liverpool,” Stubbs said. “There was always tea on at our house.” It was Stubbs’ British roots that led her to open Tilly…
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Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board Gives a Shot to Spirits Fans in Rare Bourbon Lottery
Pennsylvania bourbon aficionados will find out sometime this week if they get to take home rare bourbons that include Pappy Van Winkle. The giveaway is part of Pennsylvania’s annual limited-release lottery. Michael Potter let the story breathe for NBC10 Philadelphia. Last Monday, the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board (PLCB) opened its lottery to distribute the state’s…
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‘Undercover Boss’ Appearance by Rita’s Ice CEO Linda Chadwick Proved Fruitful
Most traffic control at an average Rita’s Ice location involves keeping patrons patiently in line. But on last night’s edition of Undercover Boss, CEO Linda Chadwick found herself addressing an actual road occurrence. Ryan Mulligan unmasked what happened for the Philadelphia Business Journal. As part of her role-reversal reality-show experience, Chadwick took jobs at Rita’s…
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It’s National Hot Chocolate Day! Celebrate with Sips from These Two Great Ardmore Cafes
Montgomery County is home to several popular spots that make some of the best and creamiest hot chocolate the Main Line has to offer, writes Tori Bissonette for Main Line Today. Delice et Chocolat The chocolate experts at Delice et Chocolate know what they are talking about. This family-owned shop ties back to its French…
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Lansdale’s Stove and Tap Owners Open New Dive Bar in West Chester — and It Has the Coolest Name
The latest project from Lansdale’s hospitality group Stove and Co. officially opened its doors on Thursday. Ryan Mulligan sauntered through the establishment’s backstory for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The opening of a West Chester dive bar named Good Bad and Ugly (although it delivers a more upscale experience) begs this question: Will the theme music…
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Hot Tea Month: Cozy Up to a Cup of Tea in Montgomery County
January is Hot Tea Month! Since it’s so cold in Montco, we are ready to warm up and pay homage to hot tea! Tea is a great beverage, an alternative to coffee or cocoa, and is enjoyed at any time of the day in many forms—as a tea latte, or hot tea with lemon and…
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West Chester Chef Named a Semifinalist for the ‘Oscars of the Restaurant Industry’
Chef Anthony Andiario, who has been wowing diners with culinary creations at his eponymous restaurant in West Chester, is one of the semifinalists for the 2022 James Beard Awards. Laura Smythe savored the task of covering the honor in the Philadelphia Business Journal. The program, often referred to as the Oscars of the restaurant industry,…
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Thanks to Montco Collaboration, Authentic Labaneh Cheese Hits Philadelphia Market
Merion Park Cheese has joined forces with Erivan Dairy, an Oreland-based Armenian yogurt producer, to bring authentic Middle Eastern labaneh cheese to the Philadelphia market, writes Craig LaBan for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The spreadable cheese named Love-A-Neh has been causing quite a stir lately, attracting the attention of many prominent area chefs, like Michael Solomonov…
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Twin Win: Successful Main Line Pasta Sauce Business Looking at Major Expansion
Twin brothers Bill and John Vesper are planning a major expansion for their already successful Main Line pasta sauce business Vesper Bros., writes Lisa Dukart for The Business Journals. The duo had to overcome many roadblocks on their way to success, including limited handmade production capacity and a co-packer who told them they would need…
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Customers’ Reviews Push Local Cafe Onto OpenTables 100 Best in the Nation List
To create the list, OpenTable analyzed more than 10.5 million reviews submitted by verified OpenTable diners nationwide. The platform scanned comments, seeking praise for creative dishes, high-level hospitality, and one-of-a-kind dining experiences. The Original Spence Cafe in West Chester has found its place on the online reservation platform OpenTable’s list of the Top 100 Restaurants…
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Crumbl Cookies Arrives in Wynnewood – and 76ers’ Tobias Harris Was There to Celebrate the Opening
Crumbl Cookies, the popular cookie chain known for rotating its eclectic menu each week, opened its doors in Wynnewood with help from 76ers’ Tobias Harris, writes Christie Ileto for 6abc. Harris is an ambassador for the chain’s latest location – a job he was more than happy to accept. “A lot of fun, being an…
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Montgomery County’s Fun Winter Itinerary: Local Parks, Restaurants, Hotels, and More
Fun for travelers and locals alike, Montco’s state parks are wonderful places to spend your winter. Depending on the area, they offer sledding and skiing hills, flat ground for cross country skiing, hiking forests, and beautiful views for selfies. You can check the state parks’ winter report on how much snow and ice is available…
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New Food Establishments Planned for Lawrence Park Center in Nearby Delco
Food lovers will have to wait a bit, but there are two establishments getting ready to take up space at the Lawrence Park Shopping Center in Broomall, writes Max Bennett for patch.com. A P.J. Whelihan’s Pub is slated to open a new location at the center in about nine months. It will be the…
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Hungry Local Man Ends 4-Year Mission With 1,000th Cheesesteak in Eddystone
Four years ago, he pledged to eat 1,000 cheesesteaks. Today, Jan. 13, Jim Pappas fulfills that pledge, writes Tayler Bunge for philly.eater.com. Pappas, a Delaware County native, got into cheesesteaks big time after he lost his job in 2008. It was a bad year. He had been diagnosed with Leukemia and was going through a…
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