Philly’s Newest Bookstore

Early I wrote about Shakespeare & Co (here and here) as well as the small cluster of bookstores in Queen … Continue reading Philly’s Newest Bookstore

New Vintage Shop on South Street

Years ago I used to like wandering around a giant antique emporium off South Street. That’s long gone, but in … Continue reading New Vintage Shop on South Street

Old City’s Giant Wawa

For those outside of Philly, Wawa is a local convenience store/coffee shop/sandwich shop chain with their own dairy brand. The … Continue reading Old City’s Giant Wawa

Christmas on Elfreth’s Alley

Twice a year the residents of Elfreth’s Alley, the oldest continuously occupied street in the country, allow a look into … Continue reading Christmas on Elfreth’s Alley

Winterfest in Old City

The Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest is open through March 3 on the Delaware River for its 25th season. Skates are … Continue reading Winterfest in Old City

Back to the Bourse

Earlier this fall I did a post about the soft opening of the new Bourse food hall as it was … Continue reading Back to the Bourse

Philly’s Grand Train Station

Opened in 1933, 30th Street Station is a throwback to a time when rail travel was king. Recently the streetscape … Continue reading Philly’s Grand Train Station

Fall in Independence Square

Independence Square is one of the best spots in downtown Philly for fall foliage. Or a fall selfie. Check out … Continue reading Fall in Independence Square

A Freshly Printed Book

A few weeks ago I did a post about Shakespeare & Co. bookstore at 1632 Walnut. On that visit their … Continue reading A Freshly Printed Book

New Life for an Old Pier

The decades abandoned pier next to Race Street Pier on the Delaware River waterfront just reopened under the name Cherry … Continue reading New Life for an Old Pier