
Food & Drink
What’s the last ‘normal’ thing you did in Philly before the pandemic?
We’re collecting your memories of these pre-COVID “lasts.”
4 years ago
17% of food production globally wasted, UN report estimates
A new report from the United Nations estimates that 17% of food produced globally is wasted each year. But the report notes the need for better data on food waste globally.
4 years ago
Philly restaurateurs celebrate move to let different households dine outside together
Philly restaurant owners are celebrating the end of splitting up families and friends as the city relaxes outdoor dining rules.
4 years ago
Free, healthy food and some gourmet treats in Wilmington’s community fridges
Neighborhood leader Logan Herring says the two recently-installed units are a welcome and needed addition to a community he considers a food desert.
4 years ago
Listen 3:12Proposed settlement could give Wawa shoppers affected by data breach up to $500
A 2019 data breach in Wawa’s payment processors could have compromised up to 30 million card payment records. Now, shoppers may get compensation.
4 years ago
Mask-wearing chefs learn new tricks to cook with limited sense of smell and taste
Tasting and smelling food have been a challenge for chefs working with masks during the pandemic. Here’s how they’re finding workarounds to make delicious meals.
4 years ago
States pass their own virus aid, not waiting on Washington
Governors and lawmakers say their state spending is targeted at Americans who remain desperate for help nearly a year after the pandemic began shuttering businesses.
4 years ago
From ‘Land-Based Jawns’ to ‘Freedom Greens,’ these entrepreneurs use food to help Philly heal
Meet the five finalists in the nutrition track of the Well City Challenge incubator and pitch competition.
4 years ago
Why aren’t there any Black-owned supermarkets in Philly? These grocers are helping blaze a trail
Proprietors say their shops do more than provide food — they become community hubs.
4 years ago
South Philly Mexican businesses come together to raise COVID-19 relief funds
Philly is at risk of losing the restaurants that make its food scene what it is. A new GoFundMe campaign aims to help businesses survive.
4 years ago
Famed Ms. Tootsie’s RBL now up for sale
The celebrated restaurant owned by KeVen Parker, who died on Friday, Jan. 15, 2021, was a staple in the community.
4 years ago
Black franchise owner sues McDonald’s, cites persistent bias
The lawsuit says that McDonald's' discriminatory practices have led to a $700,000 sales gap between Black-owned franchises and those owned by white people.
4 years ago
Attorney-turned-author to defend soul food at the Camden library
The author of the award-winning “Soul Food” book says don’t be afraid of the health and history of soul food.
4 years ago
‘America’s best restaurant’ made 60 feet of sandwiches for the Super Bowl, because Philly
Kalaya’s giant pork belly banh mi special sold out ~super~ fast.
4 years ago
‘A beautiful addition’: PHS bringing a Green Resource Center to Montgomery County
The Pennsylvania Horticultural Society effort will include a 2-acre teaching farm, a solar-powered greenhouse, and community garden beds.
4 years ago