Philly’s New Center City Mall

In 1977 The Gallery shopping center opened on Market Street in an effort to bring a suburban style mall to … Continue reading Philly’s New Center City Mall

Frankford Ave. Stroll

In the last few years, the stretch of Frankford Ave. in Fishtown has a become a major commercial center filled … Continue reading Frankford Ave. Stroll

Franklin Square Fountain is Back

The 180 year old fountain in Franklin Square has been restored and reopened, now with a light and music show. … Continue reading Franklin Square Fountain is Back

A Sandwich and a S’mores

Somehow I missed that Talula’s Garden, the famous and pricey restaurant on the west side of Washington Square, opened a … Continue reading A Sandwich and a S’mores

Two Cafes on North 4th

I visited two very different cafes within a few steps of each other on North 4th Street in Northern Liberties. … Continue reading Two Cafes on North 4th

New Park in Northern Liberties

The courtyard in the Northern Liberties Piazza apartment complex was meant to be a vibrant community hangout and event venue, … Continue reading New Park in Northern Liberties

Philly’s Classic Deli

Since 1923 Famous 4th Street Delicatessen has been on the corner of 4th and Bainbridge in Queen Village. I can’t … Continue reading Philly’s Classic Deli

A Co-Op in Kensington

Eleven years in the making, the Kensington Community Food Co-Op is finally open at 2670 Coral Street (near the corner … Continue reading A Co-Op in Kensington

Drinking Chocolate in Old City

Shane Confectionary at 110 Market Street is an old fashioned (in every sense of the word) candy store. But the … Continue reading Drinking Chocolate in Old City

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