
Food & Drink
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
From Fireball shots to stolen chicken fingers, your best stories from the Draught Horse (RIP)
The Temple bar is closing for good after two decades.
4 years ago
The dark side of the American supermarket
Benjamin Lorr on his book "The Secret Life of Groceries," an investigation into the grocery store industry and the difficult lives of workers along the food supply chain.
Air Date: February 1, 2021
Cooking adventures from your home kitchen
At the beginning of the pandemic, people turned to their kitchens for creativity. But as we continue to stay at home, how can we enjoy and remain inspired by cooking?
Air Date: January 29, 2021
Listen 48:59The ‘epitome of Black excellence’: friends, mentees, and acquaintances remember KeVen Parker
Parker’s public viewing at the Met Monday drew a steady trickle of people. One by one, people shared examples of Parker’s advice, encouragement, and generosity.
4 years ago
Food distribution hub gets a million dollars to fund repairs and go solar
A solar upgrade is on the way for a food distribution hub in Philly.
4 years ago
Parks on Tap opening physically distanced indoor dining at Fairmount Horticulture Center
In non-pandemic times, Parks on Tap, run by Philly Parks & Rec and restaurant group FCM Hospitality, brings its boozy setup to public parks in neighborhoods across the city.
4 years ago