Commerce
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Duck Donuts to Open Its Third Bucks County Location in Lower Makefield
Duck Donuts, the national donut chain, is preparing to open its third location in Bucks County in Prickett Preserve, a mixed-use development in Lower Makefield, writes Dino Ciliberti for the Patch. The new shop will be located next to the recently opened Firebirds Wood Fired Grill. Duck Donuts signed a lease for a 1,025-square-foot space…
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Gazzos Steaks 90 Days Away From an Expected Opening in Haverford
Gazzos Steaks hopes to open its new takeout location in the Ardmore section of Haverford Township within the next 90 days, writes Max Bennett for Patch. The popular Pottstown cheesesteak shop is expanding into Delaware County with its location at 2528 Haverford Road in Ardmore. Owners Joe Lewis and Mike Lamson are working with Haverford…
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Aston’s Susan Noles Launches Her Own Italian Food Line on QVC
Susan Noles’ Italian food was a hit when she was a contestant on “Golden Bachelor” and now the Aston resident is selling her own brand of Italian foods on QVC, writes Franki Rudnesky for Philly Voice. She started on Sunday, Nov. 10, appearing on the QVC shopping network selling a meatball mix and layer cake.…
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This Ivyland Creamery Was Recognized by the American Dairy Association
An Ivyland creamery got the seal of approval from two “ice cream officers” working for the American Dairy Association North East, writes Rita Giordano for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Maddie Smith and Mia Svirsky from D.C. were tasked with embarking on a three-week tour of Pennsylvania creameries. Smith and Svirsky, who are friends and content…
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Philadelphia’s Hot Chicken Scene Continues to Boom, Especially in This Part of the City
Philadelphia’s hot chicken scene, a recent addition to the city, continues to grow and thrive, with most new players flocking to Northeast Philadelphia, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The city’s highest concentration of hot chicken shops per square mile can be found driving west on Cottman Avenue from Roosevelt Boulevard. This chicken alley…
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Here Are Some Must-Try Foods for Football Fans in Philadelphia
Philadelphians are known for being passionate sports games and when it’s game day, there are number of specialty foods that could be considered must-try eats for football fans in Philadelphia, writes Regan Stephens for Food & Wine. Cheesesteaks are essentially a city ordinance. Whether from Angelo’s, Jim’s, or Pat’s King of Steaks, expect long lines…
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According to Philadelphia Magazine, Here are the Best Jewish Delis in Montgomery County
As a sandwich-obsessed region with a significant Jewish community, the Philadelphia area is full of excellent Jewish delis. Two of the best are close to home in Montgomery County, writes Maddy Sweitzer-Lammé for Philadelphia Magazine. Hymie’s Deli in Merion Station offers all the classic Jewish deli staples, including a standout egg salad. The shop’s sweets are…
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Craving Unique Pizza? Here’s Some Recommended Delaware County Shops
Sometimes you just want to mix it up a little when you order a pizza.. Fortunately, the western suburbs are loaded with pizza shops, many in Delaware County, that are ready with some unique offerings. Here’s some favorites as compiled by Ed Williams and Ben Silver for Main Line Today. Carla’s Pizzeria in Wayne features…
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Three Brothers Cranking Out Delicious Spicy Chicken at Bab’s Hot Chicken in Audubon
Brothers Leo, Pep, and Jim Osmanollaj have been cranking out delicious spicy chicken at Bab’s Hot Chicken in Audubon, using their Baba’s recipe, reports Bob Kelly for 6abc. “Baba is our grandfather,” said Leo. “He always wanted to open up his restaurant. He loves chicken. He had a chicken farm back at home in Kosovo.…
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Bassetts Ice Cream Expansion to Asia Increases Iconic Shop’s Popularity
The iconic Bassetts Ice Cream in Reading Terminal Market, the oldest ice cream shop in America, has been expanding across Asia with the help of a little-known federal agency that makes international trade less risky, writes Kristen Mosbrucker-Garza for WHYY. Bassetts Ice Cream was the first business to sign a lease at Reading Terminal Market…
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Conshohocken Italian Bakery Calls Fire Department, Closes Earlier Than Planned
The Conshohocken Italian Bakery suffered an oven malfunction, causing the location to close, reports Emily Rose Grassi for NBC Philadelphia. The oven malfunctioned while staff was baking. Fire crews arrived at the scene shortly after. No staff was injured, the bakery reported on Facebook. ” Everyone is okay, and we thank everyone for checking up…
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How’d You Like to Make $2,500 for Eating A Wawa Gobbler?
SIXT rental cars is holding a contest to find a “Gas Station Hoagie Hunter” and they need someone to hunt down the best Wawa Gobbler, writes Stephanie Farr for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Apparently, SIXT is willing to pay someone $2,500 to eat Gobblers and talk about them. A SIXT spokesperson said SIXT wants to “celebrate…
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Bristol’s Georgine’s Restaurant Keeps Doors Open After 47 Years, Renovations Completed
After putting Georgine’s Restaurant in Bristol Township up for sale, the owners of the landmark Lower Bucks establishment have decided to stick around for now, writes Dino Ciliberti for the Patch. The family who has owned the restaurant since 1977 said that the business has not sold and is currently open. “We are celebrating 47…
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These Delaware County Shops Tailor Cheesesteaks to Local Tastes
Delaware County cheesesteaks have a local touch that makes them standout from their Philadelphia counterparts, writes Ben Silver for Main Line Today. Delco Steaks in Broomall focuses entirely on making cheesesteaks, with a distinct bread coated in sesame seeds Dairy Cottage in Springfield serves a huge steak for a good price. The meat is finely…
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Conshohocken Italian Bakery Closing After Half a Century
Conshohocken Italian Bakery, a beloved fixture in eastern Montgomery County, will close its doors later this month after 51 years in business, reports Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Known for its iconic rolls and tomato pies, the bakery has been a staple for generations of families and businesses. Tina Gambone, daughter of cofounder Domenico…
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National Geographic: Philadelphia Cheesesteak Origins Can be Traced to Hot Dog Cart
The Philadelphia cheesesteak origins, which has become, a beloved symbol of the City of Brotherly Love, was born out of boredom with hot dogs rather than from a great culinary revelation, writes Tom Burson for National Geographic. In 1930, Italian-American Pat Olivieri owned a hot dog cart in South Philly. One day, he decided he…
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Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board Faces Monumental Defeat in Bryn Mawr David v. Goliath Legal Battle
Bryn Mawr wine distributor, Jason Malumed took on the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board in a legal battle that exposed the inefficiencies and overreach of the agency writes Michele Garguilo for Main Line Tonight. In 2016, Act 39 passed stating that the PLCB was supposed to modernize its operations and allow wine distributors to sell directly…
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La La Lobster in Yardley Presents the La La Monstah Roll
La La Lobster in Yardley serves delicious lobster tacos, lobster nachos, and lobster grilled cheese, along with a lobster roll that is so big, it is called the La La Monstah Roll, reports Bob Kelly for FOX 29 Philadelphia. The family decided to get into the lobster business after they found other local options a…
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