Before I share this recipe for Cheesesteak Dip, I will be honest. I'm not a football fan. But I am a fan of bragging about Philadelphia, so I have to at least acknowledge the Eagles heading back to … [Read more...]
Philadelphia Themed Charcuterie Board
Note: I was sent some Philly Pretzel Factory coupons in order to write this post. Opinions are mine alone. It is no secret that I am a proud Philadelphian. It's also no secret that I love me a good … [Read more...]
Eastern Sunrise Cocktail
It's so easy to find food inspiration in Philadelphia. We have so many cool events throughout the year, and I'm lucky enough to be given the opportunity to check out a lot of them! One can't miss … [Read more...]
Pulled Pork Tacos with Jalapeno Slaw
I was recently invited to a tasting event, which was conveniently in my own neighborhood. Nick's Roast Beef, an Old City staple, has changed their name to Nick's Bar and Grille and has a snazzy new … [Read more...]
Cinnamon Star Cookies (Zimtsterne)
Now that Santa has waved from his sleigh in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, it is officially the Christmas season! (Does anyone else use this reference, or just my family?) New York may … [Read more...]
Grilled Octopus Salad
A while back, I was given the opportunity to visit Davio's Northern Italian Steakhouse. Naturally, I jumped at the chance. Davio's has been a staple in the Philadelphia food scene for a while now. … [Read more...]
Lobster Rolls with Shaved Fennel and Citrus
This year's South Street Spring Festival is right around the corner! On Saturday, May 3 from 11:00 to 8:00 pm, eight blocks of South Street will showcase the best restaurants, bars, food … [Read more...]
Tickets to City of Hope’s Let Them Eat Cake 2014
CITY OF HOPE CELEBRATES 10 YEARS OF FONDANT FUN WITH LET THEM EAT CAKE: FANTASY WEDDINGS 40+ bakers, pastry chefs and students compete in the Northeast’s largest wedding cake competition City … [Read more...]
Win a Seat at Chevrolet’s Farm-to-Table Dinner at Bartram’s Garden on November 14
I have a very exciting giveaway to announce! This one is for my fellow Philly (or Philly suburbs) residents: an opportunity to win a seat at a small Farm-to-Table dinner at the Coach House at … [Read more...]
Diner en Blanc Picnic Food Inspiration
Today is International Picnic Day, so what better time to do a roundup of some of my favorite foods that are picnic friendly? With Diner en Blanc fast approaching, it's also time to start thinking … [Read more...]
Vote for Philly’s Epikur Writer of the Year!
A few months back, I received an email from Epikur Magazine, an online food and wine magazine written by The Wine School of Philadelphia, notifying me that my Jalapeno Cheddar Cornbread post was being … [Read more...]
“Irish Potatoes”
I am Irish, on my father's side. So, more appropriately, I'm Irish American (among other things). Even more specifically, I am Irish Philadelphian. (Yes, I may have made that phrase up. But there are … [Read more...]
Barbuzzo’s Salted Caramel Budino
Tasting Table posted an adapted recipe of Marcie Turney's Salted Caramel Budino. If you've never been to Barbuzzo in Philadelphia, your taste buds are missing out on one fantastic dessert. So, if my … [Read more...]
