September 2021 Issue

Metropolis

City Life

Nick Stuccio on the Good, the Bad, and the Very Tense Moments in Philadelphia Fringe Festival History

The festival founder takes a trip down memory lane as he prepares to launch the weird and wonderful event’s 25th season.

Scout

Life & Style

North Philly’s Bilenky Cycle Works Makes Some of the Coolest Bikes Around

Get to know one of their models — a sleek steel-framed mountain bike called the Hedgehog.

Be Well Philly

5 Philly Tea Brands to Start Sipping Now

From boosting gut health to offering all kinds of antioxidants, these teas are designed with wellness in mind.

Life & Style

This Chic Boutique Hotel Honors the Powerhouse Women’s Org That Once Occupied the Building

Rohe Creative’s all-female team wove history throughout Washington Square West’s new “invisible service” hotel.

Things to Do

Weekending in the Finger Lakes: The Storied Wineries Are Just the Beginning of This Culinary Wonderland

Planning a weekend away? Bring your appetite (and maybe a cooler or two).

Life & Style

Love It or List It Exec Brian Balthazar Has a New Show Set in Philly. Here’s What He Can’t Live Without

His new Philly-based production company shot Tough Love with Hilary Farr here. The show premieres in November.