Food & Drink
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Visit These Chester County Wineries for Specialty Wines, Gorgeous Views
With summer weather in full swing, there is no better time to spend an evening outdoors at local wineries, writes Olivia Stefano and Anne E. Hill for Main Line Today. Here are four wineries throughout Chester County offering delicious wines and stunning outdoor views. Stargazer’s Vineyard—Coatesville. Named after the nearby Stargazer’s Stone, the winery offers…
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This Center City West Cocktail Bar Offers a Popular Drink With Unique Garnish
Long gone are the days when bartenders would only opt to use lemon or olives as garnishes for their cocktails. Travel to many of the bars throughout America’s major cities, you’re bound to find some unique twists, and that includes in Philadelphia, writes Leila Najafi for USA Today. At Andra Hem, a chic Scandinavian-inspired cocktail…
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Top Chester County Breweries to Visit This Summer
Summer is arguably the best season to enjoy a chilled beverage, whether it’s on the beach, poolside, or on a sunny patio, writes Earl Hopkins for The Philadelphia Inquirer. From breweries to beer gardens, Chester County is sprawling with thoughtfully crafted beer. Malvern’s Locust Lane Craft Brewery offers a versatile menu for any beer lover.…
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Bucks County’s Got Beer Lovers Covered this Summer with Six Festivals in the Area
This summer, Bucks County is hosting a series of beer festivals, giving locals the chance to sample drinks and socialize, writes Michele Haddon for Bucks County Courier Times. On June 28, Pennsbury Manor is hosting their Brews & Bites event. Visitors can sample drinks from local breweries, listen to live music, and tour the…
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Kensington Cocktail Brand Surfside Relocates Temporarily to Trevose, Builds Nationwide Momentum
Cocktail brand Surfside, from Kensington’s Stateside Distillery, is temporarily relocating its headquarters to a larger space in Trevose as it continues building nationwide momentum, writes Emily Goulet for Philadelphia Magazine. Stateside’s owners, two pairs of brothers — Clement and Zach Pappas, and Matt and Bryan Quigley — originally signed a long-term industrial lease on a…
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Tariffs Poise Pennsylvania Craft Beer Industry for Higher Prices
President Donald Trump’s tariffs are bringing uncertainty into Pennsylvania’s craft beer industry, potentially leading to increased prices on various products, write Mike D’Onofrio and John Frank for AXIOS. Tariffs on equipment, kegs, aluminum cans, and ingredients are challenging brewers, especially small producers, in their efforts to keep prices steady. Craft beer is a major industry…
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Four Pennsylvania Breweries Rank Among 50 Largest Craft Brewing Companies in 2024
Four Pennsylvania breweries are on the Brewers Association’s list of the largest craft brewing companies for 2024, writes Don Tse for Forbes. The Brewers Association reported that craft breweries in the United States produced four percent less beer in 2024 compared to the previous year. However, price adjustments increased the retail value of craft beer…
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Wawa Wins Battle to Sell Alcohol in Hatboro
After an uphill battle, Hatboro’s Wawa now serves alcohol, reports Dino Ciliberti for the Patch. Last year, the convenience store proposed plans to bring a liquor license from a Norristown business to their new location in Hatboro. The borough voted against the motion in a 5-2 vote. This came after the borough fought and lost…
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Wine Lovers Adding More Cellars to Brandywine Valley Homes to Protect Their Collections
Wine cellars are becoming a must-have in the Brandywine Valley, as more wine collectors add them to their homes to safeguard their collections, writes Roger Morris for The Hunt. West Chester-based architect Richard Buchanan has noticed that the dream homes he designs throughout the region now often include cellars. “Since the pandemic, there’s definitely been…
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This Restaurant in Rittenhouse Square is a Natural Wine Hot Spot
When people enter to dine at a.kitchen+bar in Rittenhouse Square, it’s easy to get lost in the delicious international dishes, but it’s wine is what really sets it apart from many other eateries, writes Julia Larson for Wine Spectator. The restaurant has a list of about 350 wines. According to wine director Frank Kinyon, to…
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Yardley Distillery Introduces Limited Edition Vodka Celebrating the Eagles
A Bucks County distillery has created a colorful new drink that is sure to be a new necessity for football fans this weekend. Nikki DeMentri wrote about the distillery for CBS Philadelphia. Ahead of Sunday’s Super Bowl game, Yardley Distillery has introduced a limited edition Bleed Green Vodka. The distillery started producing the Eagles-themed drink…
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Fans Rush to Buckingham Valley Vineyards for Special-Release Green Sparkling Wine Ahead of Super Bowl
With the Super Bowl fast approaching, fans are rushing to Buckingham Valley Vineyards to grab a bottle of its special-release Green Sparkling Wine, writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times. Jerry Forest, who owns the winery with his wife, Kathy, and their three sons, had no idea the wine would become so popular…
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Havertown Bar Owner Notes Guinness on the Rise Among a Surprising Demographic
Local bar owners, including Tom Thornton of J.D. McGillicuddy’s in Havertown, have noticed a boost in Guinness sales among an unexpected age group, writes Erin McCarthy for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The acclaimed Irish stout has been a fan favorite for older demographics in Ireland and the United States since its creation. Recently, Thornton has noticed…









































