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You’re Welcome, World: Montgomery County Is Likely the Source of National Cheesesteak Day
Four former Cheltenham High School students may have given fans of the area’s infamous sandwich their national day to celebrate. Ali Moshen, for Billy Penn, chronicled the Montgomery County role in establishing Mar. 24 as National Cheesesteak Day. The sandwich celebration’s genesis is credited to: On Mar. 24 in 1994, the teens drove to a…
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2 Delco Shops Part of Final 8 for Top Cheesesteak Votes
Delaware County is represented once again by popular vote on PhillyBite Magazine’s March Cheesesteak Madness 2023 Elite 8. The two local shops among six others in the Philadelphia region are: Leo’s Steak Shop This veteran sandwich shop in Folcroft offers huge sandwiches and has a loyal fanbase calling them the best cheesesteaks in Delaware County.…
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Champion Eats 9 Cheesesteaks in 11 Minutes at Cheesesteak Bowl
The Cheesesteak Bowl at Marple Public House in Broomall did not disappoint this year when winner Dan Kennedy downed nine cheesesteaks in 11 minutes, reports Claudia Dimuo for Penn Live. The Daily Times reported that Kennedy, 40, of West Decatur, Clearfield County, drove about four hours to get to the contest. It was his third…
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In Delco, Every Day Is Cheesesteak Day but the U.S. Celebrates March 24
Not that Delaware County needs much prompting but, just for the record, March 24 is National Cheesesteak Day. The cheesesteak is a 1930s creation that is constantly re-invented by innovative food connoisseurs. Known as a Philly thing, the sandwich has now worked its way around the world, writes Tom Ignudo for CBS Philly. So to…
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Old Original Nick’s Roast Beef in Northeast Philly Closes, but Springfield Spot Stays
The Old Original Nick’s Roast Beef in Northeast Philadelphia closed its doors for good on March 19 after 53 years, but its sister stores in Springfield and West Chester will continue to operate as usual, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The building where the sports bar is located was sold in January and…
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Broomall Firm Focuses on the Fun of Cooking, and Learning
Broomall resident Scott Noye runs a summer camp your kids will want to sink their teeth into. Cooking Camp gives kids hands-on experience making dinners and desserts, writes Franki Rudnesky for Philly Voice. The camp is part of a year-round slate of activities and events for children and adults run through Noye’s company, Chef Dad’s…
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Searching for the Perfect St. Patrick’s Day Pub? In Montco, You’re in Luck
The Irish pubs and taverns in Montgomery County will ensure that anyone seeking a lively St. Patrick’s Day will find a go-to spot close to home. The following recommendations come from the Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board. Brittingham’s Pub 640 Germantown Pike Lafayette Hill Visit Brittingham’s Pub to enjoy Irish fare and quality beer…
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Elysium Marketing Group Pro Offers Tips for Franchisors Looking to Boost Their Brands
Elyse Lupin, president and founder of Elysium Marketing Group in Ambler, has seven practical tactics for franchisors looking to raise the visibility of their brands. Franchise Herald carried her sage advice, in an article by David Thompson. Strong Brand Guidelines Ensure your brand is rock solid with strong brand guidelines in place before you share…
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Celeb Chef Guy Fieri Makes King of Prussia Mall Fast-Food Debut
Celebrity chef Guy Fieri is bringing his chain of branded fast-food outlets — Chicken Guy — to the King of Prussia Mall. Justin Heinze stayed abreast of the details in presenting them in the Norristown Patch. Fieri’s decision to bring his fast-food brand to Montgomery County is dollars-and-cents confirmation that as the pandemic continues to…
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It’s Not a Potato, Not Irish, and You Can Get Them at Oh Ryan’s
Green beer and parades may be the first things that spring to mind for St. Patrick’s Day, but in Southeast Pennsylvania and in Delaware County there’s also a special attachment to the Irish Potato. The non-potato, non-Irish Irish Potato is a Philadelphia tradition that goes back 100 years. The best-known wholesale distributor for Irish Potatoes…
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Too Much Pizza? Try Korean Food at the H Mart in Upper Darby
If you’re ending up at the same restaurants or ordering pizza and hoagies as your go-to meal, there are ways to vary your local culinary routine with plenty of options in the Philadelphia region, like H Mart in Upper Darby, writes Maddy Sweitzer-Lamme and Hannah Albertine for Philadelphia Magazine. A list compiled by the magazine…
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Wayne Farmer’s Market Thriving as It Embraces New and Traditional
The Wayne Farmer’s Market is thriving despite two moves, two world wars, a pandemic, and a newer DiBruno Bros. across the way, writes Caroline O’Halloran for Savvy Main Line. That’s because it stays planted in tradition while embracing modern tastes under market manager Mike Fisher and William Roche, CEO of S. Clyde Weaver, the Lancaster…
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Before Black-History Month Slips Away: One Additional Business Worth Your Patronage
February’s Black History Month is an opportunity to broaden world view. In that spirit, Visit PA recently recommended statewide businesses worthy of a visit for the February commemoration of the Black entrepreneurial spirit. They were primarily based in the Philadelphia region, including Delaware County. But one, a bit further away but well worth the trip,…
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West Chester Home to One of 100 Best Places to Dine in America
Yelp announced its tenth annual Top 100 Places to Eat list, and one Chester County eatery is among them, writes Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner for Forbes. Each year, the company that connects people with great local businesses analyzes the millions of reviews users submit on its platform to name the best places to dine locally. “From…
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Retro Norristown Sandwich Shop Has Statewide Reputation for One, Single Menu Item
Regional signature dishes are common: Chicago deep-dish pizza; New England chowder; New York bagels. But Pennsylvanians excel at so many foods — cheesesteaks, scrapple, soft pretzels — it’s difficult to peg one as best. The Travel Maven may, however, have unearthed a statewide standout menu item from Eve’s Lunch, a Norristown sandwich shop. Eve’s excels…
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Girl Scout Cookbook Makes a Meal of Food Pantry Items
Fourteen-year-old Emma Carroll of Havertown found a project for her Girl Scout Silver Award that includes her love of cooking while it helps others at the same time, writes Katherine Scott for 6abc. “My grandma thought it would be a good idea to write a cookbook since I cook so much,” said Emma. But not…
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High Prices by PA Liquor Control Board Puts Pennsylvanians in Low Spirits
Shoppers at state-owned wine and liquor stores were met with an unwelcome sight earlier this month: as Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board increased prices on more than 3,500 products by around four percent, according to a staff report from the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. The agency went through with the increase despite receiving some pushback, including from the…
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Crumbl Cookies Debuts at Lawrence Park Center in Broomall
Crumbl Cookies opens its new store Friday in the Lawrence Park Shopping Center next to PJ Whelihan’s, writes Pete Bannan for the Daily Times. Store owner Charles Terry III is eager to start serving cookie-crazed customers. This will be his third store, joining Crumbl’s in Wayne and Wynnewood. The popular cookie store opened in…
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