
Food & Drink
Should Hershey Kisses become Pennsylvania’s state candy? Billy Penn investigates
While the Kiss is certainly a strong contender, could there be a better option?
1 month ago
Philly’s Shuckfest returns this Sunday with 10,000 oysters and a sustainable mission
Move over, New England! Philly’s oyster scene is not only growing strong, but through a shell recycling program, the little critters are helping restore the Delaware River.
2 months ago
Studio 2 Extra: Amina restaurateur Felicia Wilson is on top of Philly’s food scene
African fusion restaurant Amina opened in Old City and quickly outgrew its small space. The Amina Hospitality Collection now includes 5 open restaurants and two on the way.
Air Date: May 23, 2025 12:00 pm
Listen 14:24As Memorial Day weekend approaches, demolition continues on the Delaware beach town’s boardwalk to make way for a new hotel and beach patrol building.
2 months ago
Listen 1:23In addition to its famous three-star system, the company honors dining spots that go the extra mile in affordability and sustainability.
2 months ago
Thieves are able to steal public assistance funds on the state-issued cards because they lack security features credit and debit cards have.
2 months ago
Listen 3:47Legislation banning petroleum additive in school meals headed to Delaware Gov. Matt Meyer
Studies have suggested that Red 40 can cause neurobehavioral problems in some children. But some experts say more research is needed.
2 months ago
Listen 1:00Rachel and Phila Lorn opened the Cambodian restaurant as a shared vision to celebrate their history.
2 months ago
Can’t-miss Cinco de Mayo celebrations and deals in Philly this year
Through Monday, restaurants and bars are mixing margaritas, hosting live music and throwing all-day parties.
2 months ago
Studio 2 Extra: Triple Bottom Brewing: Beer, people and planet
Triple Bottom Brewing in Philadelphia gives fair-chance jobs to the formerly incarcerated and housing insecure. Tess Hart, the small craft brewery's co-founder, joins us.
Air Date: May 2, 2025 10:00 am
Listen 15:34Philly judge faces ethics complaint over role in wife’s cheesesteak shop
The Pennsylvania Judicial Conduct Board has filed a complaint against Common Pleas Judge Scott DiClaudio over Shay's Steaks, which opened more than a year ago near City Hall.
3 months ago
Billy Penn chatted with the owners of Nihonbashi Philly about their classic sandwich, two new Japanese-inspired cheesesteaks and their love of the city.
3 months ago
Philly area’s largest hunger relief organization loses about $8M in federal cuts
Share Food Program's leadership says the moves will affect the hungry, local farmers and others.
3 months ago
First community fridge in Northeast Philadelphia set to open
In Fox Chase, the volunteer group will partner with a local church to provide a community fridge.
3 months ago
Hop to it! Egg prices have dropped just in time for Easter
Easter Sunday may commemorate a sacred rise, but the cost of eggs is blessedly coming back down.
3 months ago