Food and Drink
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Wawa Fans Continue to Hope for the Return of a Beloved Snack
Wawa fans up and down the East Coast continue to grieve for the loss of the gas station’s toasted ravioli, which was removed from display cases two years ago, writes Kurt Suchman for Yahoo Lifestyle. These crispy, deep-fried (not toasted) morsels were filled with a rich blend of five kinds of cheese that could be deliciously dipped…
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Quakertown’s Mercatino Italiano and Giovanni’s Pizza to Launch Insieme Event Venue
Mercatino Italiano and Giovanni’s Pizza, located in Quakertown’s Trainer’s Corner shopping center, will launch Insieme Event Venue, a new event space at the same location later this year, writes Graysen Golter for The Morning Call. The venue, positioned to the left of Mercatino Italiano, will accommodate up to 100 people and feature a lounge and…
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Two West Chester Women Launch Mobile Bar with Top-Notch Bartender Service
Joann Fisher and Carolyn Dunkel, two West Chester women who recently turned 60, launched Copper Pony, a mobile bar offering top-notch bartending service and a carefully curated alcohol menu, writes Melissa Jacobs for the Main Line Tonight. To do this the pair, who have deep ties to both the local equestrian community and hospitality business,…
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Several Philadelphia Restaurants, Chefs Named 2025 James Beard Award Semifinalists
The Greater Philadelphia area has 15 chefs and restaurants who were named 2025 James Beard Award semifinalists, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Two Philadelphia chefs and restaurants are up for two of the James Beard Award’s biggest honors. Greg Vernick of Vernick Fish is being nominated for the Outstanding Chef category; and…
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Get Ready for This New Trader Joe’s Location in Chester County
Trader Joe’s, one of the most beloved grocery stores, is opening several new locations this year, writes staff for 94.5 PST. Of the twelve new locations opening across the nation, one is in West Whiteland. The ribbon cutting and grand opening of this store is sure to create a ton of excitement, as Trader Joe’s…
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Newtown’s Borscht Belt Delicatessen Expands to Lawrence
The Borscht Belt Delicatessen in Newtown held a grand opening for its new deli inside the Trenton Farmers Market in Lawrence, New Jersey, on Thursday, Jan. 16, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. Owned by celebrity chef Nick Liberato and Michael Dalewitz, the full-service New York-style deli will be open during market hours. Several weeks…
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Young Perkasie Baker Competes on Food Network’s ‘Kids Baking Championship: Amazing Animals’
Carter Siporin, an 11-year-old Perkasie baker, is hoping to wow the judges with his delicious desserts on Food Network’s Kids Baking Championship: Amazing Animals, writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times. “I’ve been a fan of this show forever,” said Carter, who gained many local fans with Carter’s Confections, his custom dessert business.…
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Here Are Some of the Most Delicious, Popular Dishes Reading Terminal Market Has to Offer
Reading Terminal Market is known for its onslaught of food options at its several dozen eateries, and some of the market’s most delicious dishes are Philly classics, writes Maddy Sweitzer-Lamme for Philadelphia Magazine. If you’re up to try pupusas from El Merkury, you can get the cheesesteak pupusa or the classic bean and cheese as…
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Philadelphia’s Newest Bakery Opens in Mount Airy
Philadelphia bakers Dayna Evans and Sam Carmichael have officially opened the doors to the city’s newest bakery: Downtime Bakery in Mount Airy, writes Kristin Hunt for PhillyVoice. For Evans, her first storefront comes after growing her following by selling sourdough bread at pop-ups and her East Mount Airy home. Downtime Bakery will sell bagels, bread,…
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New June Bakery Readies to Open First Brick-and-Mortar in Brewerytown
Four years after discovering her knack for baking, New June Bakery owner Noelle Blizzard is preparing to open her first brick-and-mortar store in Brewerytown, writes Jason Sheehan for Philadelphia Magazine. “Opening New June’s first storefront is a return to my neighborhood, where it all began,” Blizzard said. “baking for my friends and neighbors, contributing to…
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Enjoy Great Games, Drinks, and Food at Quakertown’s Parlour Tabletop and Tome Cafe
The Parlour Tabletop and Tome in Quakertown offers a cozy, welcoming space where customers can enjoy a wide selection of games, delicious food, and refreshing drinks, writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times. Liz Mosesso with Moon Rabbit Collective and Rebecca Fitting with Level Vape Shop partnered to open the cafe in October.…
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Lucatelli’s Pizzeria Reopens in Doylestown Better Than Ever
Lucatelli’s Pizzeria reopened last week at Mercer Square Shopping Center in Doylestown, following three weeks of expansion and renovation work, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. “We are open,” posted the eatery on Friday. “We’re officially back and ready to serve up all your favorites. Stop in and see the new Lucatelli’s.“ The renovation and…
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Phoenixville Man Who Found a Purple Pearl in His Appetizer Learns How Much It’s Worth
Scott Overland, the Board Vice President for the Phoenixville Area School District, lucked into finding one of the rarest purple pearls in his clam appetizer, writes Michael Tanenbaum for PhillyVoice. Overland was dining with his wife in August, when they made the incredible find. The discovery was so unusual that it drew a wave of…
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NMTCC Selling Pound Cakes from Stock’s Bakery for Fundraiser; Order Yours Today
Looking for a delicious way to support local students this holiday season? North Montco Technical Career Center’s HOSA (Health Occupations Students of America) Chapter is selling pound cakes from Stock’s Bakery. These cakes are perfect for any occasion and freeze well, so you can savor a slice now and save the rest for later. Proceeds…
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Bucks County Farm Among Top Sources for Locally Made Cheeses in Philadelphia Region
One Bucks County farm is among the top dairy farms and cheesemakers worth a drive in the Philadelphia region, writes Alexandra Jones for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The seventh-generation Ely Farm Products in Newtown is primarily known for its meats. They produce locally raised beef, pork, lamb, veal, and chicken. They are also known for holiday…
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Quakertown’s Mercatino Italiano Expanding to Bethlehem in 2025
Mercatino Italiano, the popular Italian market in Quakertown, will expand to Bethlehem early next year, writes Graysen Golter for The Morning Call. “I hope to bring a sense of family to Bethlehem with cooked meals and offerings that feel like home to a new community,” said Mercatino Italiano owner Kristin Randazzo. The new location will…
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This Yardley Coffee Shop Among Top Picks in the Philly Suburbs
One local cafe is among the top coffee spots in the Philadelphia suburbs, guaranteed to satisfy your coffee or tea cravings with creative drinks, writes Hira Qureshi for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Pretty Bird Coffee in Yardley offers a selection of signature brews that range from Nicaraguan-Colombian light roasts to single origins roasted in their own…
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Manhattan Bagel Brings New Drive-Thru Store to Langhorne Shopping Center
Manhattan Bagel has opened a new drive-thru store at the Summit Square Shopping Center, writes Jeff Werner for Patch. The new 3,000-square-foot store at Newtown Bypass and Summit Trace Road features a drive-thru, seating areas inside and outside, elevated catering options, breakfast and lunch options, and an Espresso bar. In April, renovation work began to…
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