Food & Drink
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Top Chester County Breweries to Visit This Summer
Summer is arguably the best season to enjoy a chilled beverage, whether it’s on the beach, poolside, or on a sunny patio, writes Earl Hopkins for The Philadelphia Inquirer. From breweries to beer gardens, Chester County is sprawling with thoughtfully crafted beer. Malvern’s Locust Lane Craft Brewery offers a versatile menu for any beer lover.…
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Kensington Cocktail Brand Surfside Relocates Temporarily to Trevose, Builds Nationwide Momentum
Cocktail brand Surfside, from Kensington’s Stateside Distillery, is temporarily relocating its headquarters to a larger space in Trevose as it continues building nationwide momentum, writes Emily Goulet for Philadelphia Magazine. Stateside’s owners, two pairs of brothers — Clement and Zach Pappas, and Matt and Bryan Quigley — originally signed a long-term industrial lease on a…
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Havertown Bar Owner Notes Guinness on the Rise Among a Surprising Demographic
Local bar owners, including Tom Thornton of J.D. McGillicuddy’s in Havertown, have noticed a boost in Guinness sales among an unexpected age group, writes Erin McCarthy for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The acclaimed Irish stout has been a fan favorite for older demographics in Ireland and the United States since its creation. Recently, Thornton has noticed…
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Bucks County is Pennsylvania’s Fourth-Biggest Alcohol Consumer; These Are Local Drinks of Choice
Bucks County ranked fourth in Pennsylvania for alcohol consumption, with 10.8 million units sold at Fine Wine & Good Spirits stores from July 2023 to June 2024, write Garland Fordice, Lizzie Mulvey, and Chris A. Williams for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Doylestown (18901) residents prefer wine, with 442,975 units sold, followed by liquor at 233,772 units.…
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Tariffs Poise Pennsylvania Craft Beer Industry for Higher Prices
President Donald Trump’s tariffs are bringing uncertainty into Pennsylvania’s craft beer industry, potentially leading to increased prices on various products, write Mike D’Onofrio and John Frank for AXIOS. Tariffs on equipment, kegs, aluminum cans, and ingredients are challenging brewers, especially small producers, in their efforts to keep prices steady. Craft beer is a major industry…
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See How Much Delaware County Loves Its Liquor and Wine
Delaware County ranks sixth in Pennsylvania for income spent on liquor, wine, and cocktails between July 2023 and June 2024, reports The Philadelphia Inquirer. The county spent $2.53 billion on 156 million units of alcohol, with vodka dominating as the favorite liquor. In Springfield, ZIP Code 19064, liquor edged out wine, with 164,160 units of liquor…
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Time to Take in the View at These Delaware County Rooftop Bars
Warmer temperatures mean more outdoor dining and cocktails at rooftop bars. You need look no further than Delaware County to enjoy these scenic spring gatherings, writes Ben Silver and Lauren DePiero for Main Line Today. Azie in Media has a happy hour on weekdays from 4 to 6 PM, and an indoor and outdoor bar…
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Nature’s Vin in Wayne Champions Women Through Natural Wine
Ragini Parmar was eager to try something else when she moved back to the Main Line after retiring from a tech career on the West Coast, writes Kaitlyn McCullough for Main Line Today. Then she poured herself a glass of natural wine. “When I moved back from the West Coast, I noticed that [natural wine]…
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Recently-Shuttered Grays Ferry Tavern to Reopen Under New Ownership
Grace Tavern, the Grays Ferry restaurant and bar that was shuttered back in January after 20 years, is set to reopen under new ownership, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The Tavern Group, which includes owner and founder Stephen Carlino and three partners, will be taking over the space’s liquor license. There is…
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Delaware County Wineries Beckon With the Promise of Spring
Spring is nearly upon us and even if the weather hasn’t found us yet, it’s a good time to add Delaware County wineries to your day trip plans, writes Michele Edington for Main Line Tonight. Here in Delaware County, there are two you can explore. The estate for Penns Woods Winery in Chadds Ford offers…
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This Restaurant in Rittenhouse Square is a Natural Wine Hot Spot
When people enter to dine at a.kitchen+bar in Rittenhouse Square, it’s easy to get lost in the delicious international dishes, but it’s wine is what really sets it apart from many other eateries, writes Julia Larson for Wine Spectator. The restaurant has a list of about 350 wines. According to wine director Frank Kinyon, to…
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2SP Brewing Company in Aston Featuring Museum Art on a Can
Has 2SP Brewing Company’s new Public Domain beers feature artwork in Philadelphia that are also in the public domain, and therefore free to use. The first Public Domain beer, “Letters from Aston IPA” features Vincent van Gogh’s “The Postman” on a can. The original, dating back to 1889, is at the Barnes Foundation. The other…
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Brothers Kershner Brewing Continues Its Chester County Expansion with New Taproom
Skippack-based Brothers Kershner Brewing is continuing its expansion in Chester County with a new taproom in Avondale, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Co-founders Kevin and Basil Kershner are aiming for a May opening of their latest establishment called The Barrel by Brothers Kershner. The taproom will occupy a two-story, historic stone bank…
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Fans Rush to Buckingham Valley Vineyards for Special-Release Green Sparkling Wine Ahead of Super Bowl
With the Super Bowl fast approaching, fans are rushing to Buckingham Valley Vineyards to grab a bottle of its special-release Green Sparkling Wine, writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times. Jerry Forest, who owns the winery with his wife, Kathy, and their three sons, had no idea the wine would become so popular…
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For Dry January, Try These Alcohol Alternatives in Delaware County
For those ready to abstain from alcohol during Dry January, several alcohol-free options are offered at Delaware County bars and restaurants, writes Emily Kovach for Visit Delco PA. Theresa’s Café and Next Door in Wayne, a James Beard Award winner for its beverages, has several creative options like the bitter and bracing Phony Negroni or…
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Morrisville Brewery Releases Girl Scout-Inspired Beers for Second Year in a Row
Back by popular demand, Bitchin’ Kitten Brewery in Morrisville is releasing its second annual line of Girl Scout-inspired beers on January 16th at noon. The Adventures in Scouting beer collection offers four creative brews: Cinnamon Roll Winter Warmer, Lemon Sour Ale, Chocolate Stout with Caramel & Toasted Coconut, and Peanut Butter Brown Ale. The release…
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2SP in Aston Has Set Out to Be Delaware County’s Brewry
2SP Brewing, an Aston brewery, has gone out of its way to be Delco’s brewery, writes Jeff Tomik for Philly Voice. Brewer Adam Peterson has pushed collaborations and donations as a way to stay close to its Delaware County roots and connect to the communities 2SP serves. You’ll find 2SP collaborating with Wawa on a…
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Deer Creek Malthouse in Glen Mills Describes a Beer Promotion Nightmare
A little-known state grant program promoting Pennsylvania’s beer industry is not great about paying for those promotions, reports Spotlight PA. Mark Brault, owner of Deer Creek Malthouse in Glen Mills, discovered that first-hand. Brault created Deer Creek Malthouse in 2012 to highlight the use of locally owned grains in malt ingredients. He applied for and…
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