
Food & Drink
Israel’s leader claims no one in Gaza is starving. Data and witnesses disagree
After international pressure, Israel over the weekend announced measures meant to allow more aid in Gaza. But people there say little has changed on the ground.
23 hours ago
A community talk in Wilmington taught Latino families how to preserve traditions while making healthier, more informed food choices.
1 day ago
Listen 1:28South Jersey slaughterhouse discharges bloody wastewater into creek, according to the EPA
The EPA says the contamination from the Burlington Beef slaughterhouse could have been occurring for a year.
2 days ago
Listen 1:11Studio 2 Extra: The Italian Market’s history and future
The "Our Market Project" aims to restore, celebrate and advocate for the preservation and livelihood of Philadelphia's longstanding and beloved Italian Market.
Air Date: July 25, 2025 12:00 pm
Listen 14:26Our Market Tours shows off an artistic and authentic embrace of Ninth Street
For years, the Our Market initiative has been revitalizing the Italian Market, transforming it into a living gallery.
5 days ago
SNAP cuts have Philadelphia’s food banks nervous about increased needs
Billy Penn spoke with experts and food leaders about how recent legislation will worsen food insecurity in the region.
1 week ago
Delawareans could soon start feeling the impact of federal budget cuts to SNAP and Medicaid programs.
2 weeks ago
Listen 1:01Styrofoam finally off the menu at Delaware eateries, 2 years after ban passed
Food in containers made of the white plastic foam can no longer be given to diners who eat in, take leftovers or pick up takeout orders.
3 weeks ago
Listen 2:14The decades-old celebration on Filbert Street, led by Bassetts, returns to celebrate Philly’s favorite ice cream shops.
3 weeks ago
Composting and feeding food waste to animals have big climate benefits, study finds
A study by researchers at the University of Pennsylvania found composting and feeding food waste to animals would cut carbon emissions.
3 weeks ago
Listen 1:14How drinking in bars fueled American independence
A Man Full of Trouble is Philadelphia’s last remaining example of colonial bar culture that birthed the American Revolution.
4 weeks ago
Competitive eater ‘Max vs Food’ conquers food challenges at Manayunk bar
Ahead of Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest, Max Stanford talks training, recovering and tackling massive meals.
4 weeks ago
Listen 6:03Philly’s African Restaurant Week returns with delicious deals and a range of bold flavors
Starting today, Black and African-owned restaurants are hosting events and offering discounts, all leading up to a special celebration at LOVE Park.
1 month ago
How Juneteenth and Black America helped shape U.S. cuisine
NPR's Ben Abrams utilized his culinary background for a deep dive on the connection between food and Juneteenth.
1 month ago
We taste-tested this year’s Herr’s ‘Flavored by Philly: Crunch Off’ chips. Here’s what we thought
Like the past three years, we had folks in WHYY’s office pick their favorite chip flavor. We haven’t failed to predict the overall winner yet.
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