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Montgomery County Chef to Compete on Food Network's Chopped

Chef Shelby Fahrni announced she will be on the popular Food Network show Chopped next Tuesday, April 30. She is the owner of The Cooking Studio in Telford, PA and is a resident of Souderton, PA. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Shelby (@shelbyfahrni) Cheer Chef Shelby on and let’s hope she brings home a win! If you like what I do, throw me a coffee or a stiff drink!I’m a *REAL*…

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The Pierogie Place is Open in Center City

The Pierogie Place is open at the Shops at Liberty Place Food Court The Pierogie Place, a pierogi-centric restaurant, is opening a new location at The Shops at Liberty Place Food Court, 1625 Chestnut Street in Center City.  Based in South Jersey, The Pierogie Place features savory and sweet pierogies served with various optional toppings—a pierogi bar if you will! Pierogie lovers, this is for…

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McGillin’s Olde Ale House Celebrates Bartender John Doyle's 50th Anniversary

John Doyle started working at McGillin’s Olde Ale House in April 1974, making him the longest-serving bartender at Philadelphia’s oldest operating bar. And likely in the city, state and, the country! John Doyle, bartender at McGillin’s Old Ale House The bar will toast him with a year-long celebration beginning on April 27 and ending on March 17, 2025, which will be his 50th St. Patrick’s Day at…

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A Look at Mamajuana Cafe in Fishtown

As previously reported last week, Mamajuana Cafe on Frankford Avenue in Fishtown is now open. Close to the Brooklyn Bowl and the Fillmore, the 10,000-square-foot restaurant features seating for 350 inside. Known for its Latino cuisine, Mamajuana Cafe combines traditional recipes with new twists. Philly Grub correspondent Erin Flynn Jay took a look and sampled some dishes. What I was most…

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Race Street Café’s Owner Stacy Wessel is The Wine School of Philadelphia’s 2024 Sommelier Student of the Year

Keith Wallace of The Wine School of Philadelphia and Stacy Wessel of Race Street Café Keith Wallace, Founder of The Wine School of Philadelphia, has awarded Race Street Café’s Owner Stacy Wessel as the 2024 Sommelier Student of the Year. In celebration of Wessel’s achievement, Wallace will provide complimentary glasses of sparkling wine to all dinner guests 21 years of age and older at Wessel’s…

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Philly Food News Roundup - April

Philly Grub, a stalwart in Philadelphia food news reporting, is on the cusp of its 16th Anniversary. This milestone marks a significant achievement and raises questions about the future. As founder and editor-in-chief of this longstanding blog, I am still deciding on a path, but it will involve exploring new content and formats. I might revisit my blogging roots, share more personal stories, and…

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Sabrina's Cafe Opens Airport Location

PHL’s marketplace of over 150 retail, dining and consumer service concessions just welcomed a familiar name last week. Sabrina’s Cafe has joined the family at PHL Food & Shops. Delaware Valley’s beloved brunch boutique is now open to passengers in Terminal C at Philadelphia International Airport. The quirky concept of comfort food “with a twist,” served in a cozy, eclectic dinette made its debut…

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Mamajuana Café Philly Opening Soon

Mamajuana Café, located at 1000-1032 Frankford Avenue, will open on April 18th at 11 a.m. with a ribbon cutting ceremony and party. The restaurant, which is the first in the Philadelphia area, is 10,000 square feet and consist of 350 seats in the dining area, plus 30 bar seats and a patio that will seat 60 people to be opened in time for summer.  “We are so excited to bring Philadelphia its…

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Win Signature Restaurants Will Take Over Former Margaret Kuo Spot in Wayne

Margaret Kuo in Wayne closed last month after 22 years. Well, it didn’t take long for Win Signature Restaurants to snap up the space. According to its Instagram, the restaurant group will open a new concept at 175 Lancaster Avenue. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Blue Elephant Wayne (@blueelephantwayne) What could it be? Like its other restaurants, it will be probably Asian-themed.…

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M2o Burgers & Salads Celebrates 6 Years with $6 Burgers and Shakes

M2o Burgers & Salads, the made-to-order restaurant from Leo, Pep and Jim Osmanollaj, is celebrating 6 years in business on April 10th with $6 burgers and shakes. All proceeds from the day will benefit the former Lower Dublin Academy in Philadelphia, which is being restored to its former glory by the local Albanian community. M2o Burgers & Salads Celebrates 6 Years The Lower Dublin Academy,…

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Kevin Yanaga "The Sushi Whisperer" to open Kappo Cuisine experience at the former Abbaye in Northern Liberties

Announced today on Instagram, Kevin Yanaga, also known as “The Sushi Whisperer,” will open his own izakaya featuring Kappo-style cuisine. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Yanaga Kappo Izakaya (@yanaga_kappo_izakaya) Kappo is a Japanese-style cuisine that falls between the more refined ‘kaiseki’ style and the casual izakaya. It is a multi-course meal left entirely up to the…

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Teuscher Chocolates opens in Wayne

Former Goldman Sachs analyst Andrée Goldberg owns Teuscher Chocolates’ new and only Philadelphia area location. Goldberg’s father-in-law, Bruce Goldberg, brought the Teuscher brand to Philadelphia. Along with her father-in-law and husband, Bryan Goldberg, they owned the former location in Bellevue from 2007-2020. The store closed during the Covid shutdown. Andrée and Bryan Goldberg of Teuscher…

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Serum Kitchen & Taphouse Now Open in Downtown West Chester

Serum Kitchen & Taphouse, a visionary culinary destination brought to you by the creative minds of Ryan & Lisa Diehl, founders of the acclaimed IMPRINT BEER Co. is now open in the heart of downtown West Chester at 142 East Market Street. Serum offers an upscale dining experience infused with a hint of mystique, ensuring an unforgettable visit every time. Serum Kitchen & Taphouse now open in West…

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The Best Casino Grub to Grab in Philly

When we think of casinos, we picture slot machines or felt-covered tables with cards and dice scattered across them. What you may not expect is finding a wide variety of delicious foods that will have you craving a visit to the casino for the cuisine rather than the games. And yes, you absolutely can go to the casino purely for its restaurants.  Martorano’s Prime at Rivers Casino Of course,…

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Second Location for The Angelo Pizza Opens Inside Bucks County’s Pineville Tavern

Angelo Pizza, owner of The Angelo Pizza located at 229 Market Street in Philadelphia, is partnering with Andrew Abruzzese, proprietor of the historic Pineville Tavern, to bring his pedigree pizza to Bucks County. Angelo Pizza opening second location at Pineville Tavern in Bucks County Abruzzese and Pizza will softly launch the collaboration on Thursday, March 28th, with the grand opening set…

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Martini Flight, anyone?

Sometimes I get a press release and it really checks a lot of boxes for me. I didn’t know that martinis were making a comeback because, frankly, they never went away for me. I often order them at restaurants, and I also make them at home (but they never taste quite as good as when a professional makes them!) So, I’m happy to share this tidbit of information that was sent my way because if you…

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Mural City Cellars Unveils Fishtown Winery Expansion