Food and Drink
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Enjoy a Taste of Fall with New Treats from Trevose-Based Rita’s Italian Ice
Rita’s Italian Ice, headquartered in Trevose, is celebrating the fall season early with three autumn-themed concretes bursting with apple and pumpkin flavors, writes staff at the Lower Bucks Times. These three treats will only be available for a limited time. Rita’s is debuting its new Apple Butter Concrete. This delicious dessert features vanilla custard…
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Get Your Quarters Ready: Construction Begins on New Aldi Store in Phoenixville Area
Construction has begun on a new Aldi store in the Phoenixville area, with excavation and building crews breaking ground in East Pikeland and making significant progress in recent weeks, writes Justin Heinze for the Patch. The new location for the popular discount grocer will be at 297 Schuylkill Road, directly across from O’Grady’s. “The Aldi…
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Chester County’s Best Family-Owned Delis Serving Hoagies, Sandwiches, & Surprises
Chester County is home to some family-owned and operated delis that specialize in delicious hoagies, sandwiches, and unexpected bites, writes Anne E. Hill for Main Line Today. A 2025 Best Deli award winner, Carlino’s Market has two locations, in West Chester and Ardmore. Hot and cold classic sandwiches are popular there, ranging from classic Italians…
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Two Philly Sandwich Shops Rank Among Top 100 in America, According to Inaugural Yelp List
Yelp has released its inaugural list of the top 100 delis in the United States and two Philadelphia sandwich shops can be found on the list, writes Abigail Chachoute for the Philadelphia Business Journal. At No. 40 on the list is Christie’s Deli. The Logan Square deli, which has been around for about 10 years,…
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Two Bucks County Ice Cream Shops Make Inquirer’s Best-Of List
With summer heat arriving, nothing beats cooling off with delicious ice cream or gelato, and two Bucks County spots have some of the best in the region, according to Michael Klein at The Philadelphia Inquirer. Owowcow Creamery opened 16 years ago in Ottsville. It was launched by John Fezzuoglio, a New York graphic artist who…
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Trevose-Based Rita’s Italian Ice Reimagines Old Buildings for New Locations
Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard, founded in Bensalem and headquartered in Trevose, is a beloved dessert spot that’s gotten creative with its real estate, reports Daisha Jones for PHL17. Since its founding in 1984, the franchise has opened more than 500 locations in the country. Rita’s often converts old buildings and reimagines…
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New Hope Makes List of 13 Foodie-Friendly Towns, For Big Flavors Without Big Crowds
New Hope has earned a spot on the list of 13 popular foodie-friendly towns across the nation that provide rich flavors without the inconvenience of overwhelming crowds, writes Michael Paraiso Duran for Avocadu. Nestled along the Delaware River, New Hope has become a top destination for food lovers who are looking for charming restaurants and…
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Eating Gluten-Free? These Bucks County Spots Have You Covered
Those with a gluten intolerance can find an assortment of restaurants, bakeries and shops in Bucks County that offer tasty gluten-free options, writes Kaitlin Nasevich for Visit Bucks County. Haasis Gluten Free Bakery in Perkasie offers a variety of items made in a gluten-free and nut-free facility. Customers can enjoy their chocolate chip pound…
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Gummy Bear Flavor Returns to Rita’s Water Ice With a Sweet Surprise
To combat the summer heat, Trevose-based Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard is bringing back the beloved Gummy Bear flavor. From now until August 24, customers can check out participating locations to purchase the sweet frozen treat. The company originally introduced the flavor in 2023, and it quickly became a fan favorite. Rita’s is excited…
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Beloved Newtown-based Deli Takes Its Menu on the Road with New Food Truck
Newtown’s The Borscht Belt deli is taking to the streets this summer in their new food truck, bringing delicious food to public and private events, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. “We’re thrilled to announce that the Borscht Belt Food Truck is officially on the move — spreading good vibes, great food, and a whole lot…
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Famed Buckingham Coffee Bar Opens Second Location in Point Pleasant
The popular Amsterdam Coffee Bar in Buckingham recently opened a second location in Point Pleasant, tucked inside Kolbe’s Antiques & Art on the Delaware River, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. Kolbe’s, the restored 1700s hotel at River and Byram Roads, houses over 50 vendors offering an eclectic collection of fine art and antiques in…
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Asher’s Chocolate, Federal Donuts, and Phish Rock a Collab with a Cause
Souderton’s premier chocolate company, Asher’s Chocolate, has teamed up with Federal Donuts yet again for a limited release treat showcasing jam band Phish, writes Michael Althouse for Philly Voice. Dubbed the “My Sweet One” donut after a fan-favorite Phish song, the creation features a chocolate cake base, milk chocolate glaze, and a dulce de leche…
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Cool Off with Ice Cream and Gourmet Water Ice at This Newtown Shop
Newtown Ice House is the perfect spot to enjoy some tasty and refreshing water ice guaranteed to cool you down and satisfy your sweet tooth, reports Jennaphr Frederick for Fox 29. The owners, Jackie and Todd McGonigal, have been operating out of Newtown since 2023. The couple runs another location in Yardley. The…
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1950s Ice Cream Shop in Levittown Still Serves Cool Treats to Beat the Heat
Those in the Levittown area looking to cool down this summer can check out Gibby’s Ice Cream Store for a sweet treat, reports Jenn Frederick for Fox 29. Rich Reynolds and Karen Purcell Reynolds own the store, which first opened in the 1950s. The couple also runs a family law practice in Chester County. Karen’s…
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Doughnut Lovers Can Check Out These Popular Stores in Bucks County
Looking for a sweet breakfast option? Bucks County features a variety of shops offering delicious doughnuts for the perfect morning pick-me-up, writes Meghan Guiher for Visit Bucks County. The Happy Mixer, with locations in Newtown and Chalfont, offers tasty, gluten-free doughnuts alongside other treats. Some of their most popular flavors are cinnamon sugar, blueberry…
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Chesapeake Crab Company in Garnet Valley Brings the Ocean to Delco
The Chesapeake Crab Company in Garnet Valley brings seaside tastes to Delaware County. They’ll sell you a dozen blue crabs, a half bushel, or a whole bushel fresh from the Chesapeake Bay, along with a variety of homemade crab and seafood delicacies. The business is family owned, operated by John Renzi, along with his wife…
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Wall Street Journal: Two Philadelphia Restaurants Put Margaritas in Spotlight with Unique Twists, Creative Flair
Margaritas hold the distinction of being among the most popular cocktails in the United States, and two Philadelphia restaurants in particular, hold the drink with much weight, writes Robert Simonson for The Wall Street Journal. One restaurant is so enamored with the drink that it’s named after its base — tequila. At Tequila’s near Rittenhouse…
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Spend Some Time Outside This Summer at these Bucks County Beer Gardens
Those looking to enjoy some drinks with friends and family this summer can check out one of the many beer gardens in the Bucks County area, writes Michele Haddon in the Bucks County Courier Times. The Ferry Market in downtown New Hope is a great spot for locals to visit. The marketplace offers a…
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