Alexandra Jones

Digital Contributor

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Katie Loeb, Godmother of Philly’s Cocktail Scene, Is in Hospice Care

She pushed Philadelphia’s dining scene forward and mentored the city’s current generation of expert bartenders.

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What to Eat and Drink at Christmas Village in Love Park

All the best goodies to sip and snack on at Philly’s German-style holiday pop-up market.

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The Love Is One of Esquire’s Best New Restaurants of 2018

Aimee Olexy and Stephen Starr’s Rittenhouse collab got high marks for fresh ingredients and that fried chicken.

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Magpie, Philly’s All-Pie Restaurant, Will Close

Holly Ricciardi’s South Street pie boutique will serve its last slices next month.

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Musi Will Take Over South Helm in Pennsport

The new BYO from chef Ari Miller is set to debut this winter at Front and Morris Streets.

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How Philly’s Sober Chefs Are Changing the Way We Drink

Food industry folk are speaking out about sobriety, making their beverage menus more accommodating to guests, and promoting a healthier culture in their kitchens.

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13 Great Cheese Shops in Philadelphia

Whether you’re building a gorgeous cheese board or looking for a wedge to grate over pasta, these grocers, co-ops, and gourmet specialists have you covered.

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Trattoria Carina Just Rolled Out Italian-Style Brunch

Check out the Fitler Square spot’s sophisticated yet comforting new brunch menu.

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Check Out Pineville Fishtown’s Decadent New Brunch Menu

They’re serving a Double Down-esque breakfast sandwich and unlimited Bloodys and mimosas on weekends.

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Volvér Just Wants to Be a Regular Restaurant

Jose Garces has ditched the pomp, circumstance, and ticketed reservations in favor of an à la carte menu and a more casual vibe.

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El Compadre Has Closed, Will Become a Cooperative Restaurant

At 1149, a mission-driven caterer and bike-powered baker will serve lunch and seek collaborators to use the space for community-oriented food projects and events.

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Nunu Bar Is Now Serving Happy Hour Every Day

Check out the sweet deals on the happy hour menu at Shawn Darragh and Ben Puchowitz’s Fishtown izakaya.

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Where to Go Food Shopping for Thanksgiving in Philly

Where to get the goods for your turkey day table, from the bird to the cranberries to the pumpkin pie.

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Vegetarian Food Cart Kung Fu Hoagies to Close After Eight Years

The mobile food business serving meatless takes on Vietnamese dishes will call it quits at the end of December.

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Sylva Senat Is Out at Maison 208

The chef and his Senat & Co. management firm will focus on expanding other projects like the upcoming Baby Buns and two new concepts in Germantown.