Commerce
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Delaware County Farmers Markets Abound for Fresh Produce
Six farmers’ markets in Delaware County offer a great way to access fresh fruits and vegetables, meats, cheeses, and handmade products grown in our area, writes Claire Chmiel, Anne E. Hill, and Ben Silver for Main Line Today. Booths Corner in Garnet Valley, around since the 1950s, hosts more than 80 vendors, both Amish and…
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Local Bakeries Serve Fresh Irish Soda Bread Perfect for Saint Patrick’s Day Celebrations
There’s no better way to celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day than with Irish soda bread, and Chester County bakeries offer the delicious treat just in time for the holiday, writes Anne E. Hill for Main Line Today. Irish soda bread offers a scone-like texture, complete with raisins or currants for a sweet touch. Find the traditional…
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Two Delco Restaurants Featured in Philly Inquirer Best Burgers List
Two Delaware County burger spots, Charlie’s Hamburgers and Cornerstone Bistro, were recently featured in a list from The Philadelphia Inquirer of the best burgers in Philadelphia, writes Craig LaBan and Kiki Aranita for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Since its opening in 1935, Charlie’s Hamburgers has been a staple of Delaware County culture. Its signature sliders,…
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Grandson of Reese’s Founder Takes on Hershey, Defending Family Recipe
Brad Reese, the 70-year-old grandson of the man who invented Reese’s, has become Hershey’s most persistent critic, publicly defending the family recipe and the brand legacy, writes Katie Deighton for The Wall Street Journal. When he is not celebrating Reese’s, he is constantly busy criticizing its Hershey-based owner. “They ruined my fun,” he said. Among…
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Media Is the Nation’s First Fair Trade Town, Has Been for 20 Years
Media Borough has the distinction of being the nation’s first Fair Trade Town, a practice it has observed for 20 years, writes Denali Sagner for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Fair Trade is a global trading system that emphasizes fair wages and safe working conditions for farmers in the developing world, using eco-friendly practices in exchange for…
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Enjoy a Tea Party on a Cold Day at One of These Bucks County Tearooms
On cold days, when a chill lingers in the air, one of the best remedies can be a simple cup of tea. Luckily, there are tearooms around Bucks County that make teatime an unforgettable, soothing experience. The Talking Teacup – Chalfont Reopened by Patti Fitzpatrick in 2021, this tea house and gift shop is a welcoming spot with a cozy atmosphere. Guests can choose…
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Some Say This Wawa Snack Rivals What the Local Pizzeria Offers
A treat you might normally associate with a pizza shop actually ranks high among Wawa’s food offerings: the garlic knots, writes Austin Havens-Bown for Mashed. In a Mashed ranking, the garlic knots took second in a Wawa food ranking, outflanked only by the chain’s All-American Cheeseburger. The garlic knots are described as tasting like freshly-baked…
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Sometimes the Wawa Sides Beat the Entrées, Sometimes Not
Wawa may be best known for its hoagies and coffee, but frequent customers who have spent time ordering food at the kiosks can also delight in the convenience store’s numerous side dishes. Here are Wawa’s nine worst to best sides, according to Chelsea Falin for the Daily Meal. 9. Seasoned black beans “Not only did…
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For Locals Missing Di Bruno’s, Carlino’s Market in West Chester Offers a Homegrown Alternative
For Chester County residents who relied on the abruptly closed Di Bruno Bros. locations in Wayne and Ardmore, Carlino’s Market in West Chester offers a local, Italian-specialties alternative that has served the community for decades, writes Denali Sagner for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Carlino’s Market began in 1983 in Ardmore as a family-owned pasta shop catering to Lower…
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RiverTide Brewing in Morrisville Celebrates Official Grand Opening
After months of work, RiverTide Brewing officially opened its doors in Morrisville this past weekend, writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times. “It’s an expression of all our personalities, and everything we’ve done with our lives leading up to this point culminates into the food, the beer and the vibe,” said Rob Staples. Staples and his childhood friends…
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Popular Frozen Chicken Brands Are a Staple of Wawa’s Menu Offerings
There’s a $5 chicken sandwich deal right now at Wawa stores, so this is probably a good time to talk about where that chicken comes from. Wawa has tried to raise the bar on typical convenience store food with expanded offerings that include custom-made sandwiches and hot food. Those sandwiches are usually stuffed with…
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A Norwood Woman, Sam the Popcorn Girl, Heads to the Open Seas
A Norwood woman who gained fame as ‘Sam the Popcorn Girl’ at Citizens Bank Park won’t be around much for this season of the Phillies. After 10 years, Samantha DiMarco will instead be spending her summer working on a Carnival Cruise Line ship, writes Nick Kariuki for Billy Penn at WHYY. DiMarco, who has a…
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Chester County Sees Boom in Charming Roadside Bakeries
Charming micro-bakeries are increasingly popping up throughout Chester County, with roadside carts and stands scattered along local roads, writes Brooke Schultz for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Devon Road Made, owned by Jacqueline Spain, is one of the newest additions to this local roadside bakery scene, where owners prepare pastries at home for their communities. “Food is love, love is food,”…
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Horsham-Based Bimbo Bakeries Rethinks How Familiar Brands Stay Relevant
From its U.S. headquarters in Horsham, Bimbo Bakeries USA is taking a hard look at how some food brands stay relevant in a rapidly changing marketplace, writes Gordon Young for The Drum. That effort is being led by Catherine Berger, who joined the company in 2025 as vice president of marketing transformation and services. Berger…
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It’s the Philly Soft Pretzel But You Don’t Have to Visit the City to Get Your Fix
There are three staples of the Philadelphia diet—cheesesteaks, soft pretzels and Tastykakes (four, if you want to throw in a hoagie). Cheesesteaks get all the attention, but pretzel connoisseurs will speak just as enthusiastic about the perfect soft pretzel, writes Maddy Sweitzer-Lamme for Philadelphia Magazine. Straight from a vendor is still probably the most authentic,…
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Bauman’s Keeps Century-Old Tradition Alive with Its Apple Butter
Bauman’s in Sassamansville has been keeping an over a century-old Pennsylvania agricultural tradition alive with its popular apple butter, writes Miranda Watson for Edible Philly. The unassuming factory continues to fill jars with deeply flavored butter and gallons of cider to this day, sustaining many local farms and delighting market-goers in the region and beyond.…
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For Super Bowl Needs, There’s Delaware County Caterers and Charcuterie
If you’re hosting a Super Bowl party this year and feel a bit overwhelmed planning what to serve, there are businesses in Delaware County that are ready to help you organize that Charcuterie Board or offer a variety of catering services. Here are some options: Charcuterie Options All Things Charcuterie, LLC in Morton This business…
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This Philadelphia Firm Will Manage Concessions for FIFA World Cup Fan Festival in Lemon Hill This Summer
Endless Consulting, a Philadelphia-based firm has been chosen to lead food and beverage concessions for Philadelphia’s FIFA World Cup Fan Festival this summer, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. While the firm typically manages hospitality for large events that last up to a week, Endless Consulting will be entrusted to run operations for…
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