
Food & Drink
Philly is revising the surprise streetery rules that were a ‘gut punch’ for outdoor dining
The new regulations, which are said to take restaurants’ feedback into account, could go into effect as soon as May 12.
3 years ago
More than 120,000 pounds of ground beef is recalled over possible E. coli concerns
Regulators discovered during routine testing that certain products from Swedesboro, N.J.-based Lakeside Refrigerated Services may be contaminated with E. coli O103.
3 years ago
Why Philadelphia soft pretzels are better than the rest
The shape results in a unique texture and flavor.
3 years ago
A community of seed savers has a recipe to revive rare varieties of collard greens
Collards were once as diverse as the Southern families they fed, but countless varieties have vanished. The race is on to preserve and propagate.
3 years ago
South Street Spring Festival returns to Philly May 7
South Street will be packed with outdoor dining, retail, and entertainment.
3 years ago
Want that margarita to go? Many states are permanently allowing carryout cocktails
At the height of the pandemic, 39 states allowed cocktails-to-go — at least in the short term. Iowa was first to make the change permanent in 2020.
3 years ago
This weekend, concerts in the tri-state include a Prince tribute, Johnathan Blake, and The Dead Milkmen, and food festivals in South Philly and Manayunk.
3 years ago
Listen 5:27Bird flu found at Lancaster County poultry farm
Area quarantined — 1.4 million chickens killed to prevent spread.
3 years ago
There was at least one semi-aggressive standoff over an empty barrel covered in pink polka-dots.
3 years ago
As mask mandate looms, Philadelphians stick with traditions, routines on a sunny holiday weekend
COVID-19 cases are climbing in Philadelphia as Monday’s mask mandate looms, but it looked like business as usual on a warm, busy holiday weekend.
3 years ago
The event’s organizers are hoping for a ‘comeback year’ after a pandemic hiatus.
3 years ago
The story of Zitner’s Butter Krak Eggs and Philly’s 100-year-old Easter tradition
The Philadelphia confectioner started in a garage a century ago now sells candy in Texas and Arizona.
3 years ago
‘Agriculture is the culture’: FarmerJawn wants to reinvent agriculture education
FarmerJawn’s nonprofit is seeking to “reintroduce farming into the lifestyles of urban people” and give them the knowledge to start their own farm.
3 years ago
Listen 4:04Philadelphia’s mask mandate makes national headlines and sparks local debate
It goes into effect on Monday, April 18.
3 years ago
Philly Passover food guide: Last-minute options to make your Seder delicious
Seeking a stellar plan? Check these spots offering dine-in and take-out options for your holiday meal.
3 years ago