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Greenstraw’s New Owner Plans to Convert Newtown Smoothie Shop Into Vegan Cafe
Newtown resident Dhruv Patel, the new owner of Greenstraw, plans on converting the North Sycamore Street business from a smoothie shop into a plant-based vegan cafe, writes Jeff Werner for The Patch. The former long-time customer aims to bring more healthy vegetarian options to both Newtown and the entire East Coast. “Bringing something like this…
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How The Bridge Coffee Shop in Levittown Transforms Every Cup into Community Support
Pouring more than just coffee, The Bridge Coffee and Community in Levittown steams up a blend of warmth and goodwill, proving that every cup of joe can be a vessel for change, writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times. Launched by the Restoration Church, the coffee shop extends the congregation’s dedication to…
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The Lore of Cheesesteaks Has Something To Do With Cooper Sharp Cheese
Danny DiGiampietro, owner of Angelo’s Pizzeria in South Philadelphia, admits that Cooper Sharp cheese is a pain to work with, but its positives are hard to ignore, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. “You put it on the slicer and it sticks to everything. When you stack it up, if it’s not cold enough,…
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Bucks County Woman’s New Recipe Book ‘The Chutney Life’ Celebrates Indian Cuisine
Bucks County resident Palak Patel recently released her debut cookbook, The Chutney Life, which is an homage to her Indian heritage, writes HM Ang for Bucks Happening. Making a name for herself in the field of food blogging, Patel’s recipes have offered an array of traditional meals with a modern edge among a blend of…
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The Comcast Center Has Sights on Becoming a Culinary Hub, and 5 James Beard Award Winners Are Leading the Charge
The Comcast Center in Center City features a nice selection of restaurants, and it’s part of a grand vision for the corporation, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The roster of restaurateurs responsible for the food establishments features five James Beard Award winners. They are Greg Vernick of Vernick Coffee Bar and Vernick…
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Bensalem’s Parx Casino Tops Pennsylvania Slot Earnings, as Keystone State Winnings Rank Third Highest in Country
Bensalem’s Parx Casino is spearheading the success of brick-and-mortar casinos in The Keystone State, writes Devin O’Connor for Casino.org. Players at the Bucks County casino raked in $30.3 million from its slots, taking the lead by $8.5 million more than second place’s Wind Creek Bethlehem which earned players a total of $21.8 million in…
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Barstool Sports Founder Rates Lucatelli’s and Peppino’s Tomato Pies, Sparks Pizza Frenzy in Doylestown and Chalfont
David Portnoy, the founder of Barstool Sports and One Bite Pizza, has recently ignited a pizza craze in Bucks County following his visits to two local pizza places, Lucatelli’s Pizzeria in Doylestown and Peppino’s Tomato Pies and South Philly-style Sandwiches in Chalfont, writes Damon Williams for the Bucks County Courier Times. Portnoy, known as…
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Asad’s Hot Chicken in Bensalem Listed as Best New Restaurant in the Philly Region
Asad’s Hot Chicken in Bensalem is being lauded by Philadelphia Magazine’s Philly 15, a list that showcases the best new food venues in the Philadelphia region. Stepping in the legendary footsteps of Northeast Philly’s Asad’s on Cottman, the Bensalem spot is serving up smoky halal chicken meals, write Kae Leni Palmisano and Jason Sheehan…
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Barstool Sports’ Founder Gives Rave Review of Doylestown’s Lucatelli’s Pizzeria
David “El Presidente” Portnoy, the founder of Barstool Sports and One Bite Pizza, recently sang the praises of Lucatelli’s Pizzeria in Doylestown in one of his viral “One Bite” reviews, write Damon C. Williams and Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times. Portnoy visited the Bucks County pizzeria last week to record the video…
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Hatboro’s Artifact Brewing to Open Second Location in Doylestown
Artifact Brewing, the popular Hatboro brewery, is getting ready to open its second location in Doylestown, in the old Fine Wine & Good Spirits space, writes Michele Haddon for the Bucks County Courier Times. Despite opening just at the outset of the pandemic, Artifact Brewing founders Ryan McKinney and Matt Brzowski managed to grow their…
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Bristol’s Hops and Hardware Distillery Serves Up Eclectic Cocktails with Stunning Delaware River Views
Hops and Hardware Distillery, nestled in the heart of Bristol, is an homage to its handcrafted spirits, according to Fox 29 Philadelphia. With stunning views of the Delaware River on the back patio, guests can enjoy eclectic cocktails made with homemade vodka, rum, gin, and mixed with in-house pressed juices and homemade syrups. …
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Terra Cotta Green Market Co. is Bristol’s New Eco-Chic Spot for Inventive Vegan Fare
Terra Cotta Green Market Co. is sprouting in Bristol, offering a green alternative to sweet treats and morning Joe, writes Bob Kelly for Fox 29 Philadelphia. The eclectic takeout vegan café and boutique has only been around for a month, but owners (and twin sisters) Jordan and Andie DeChirico already have a weekly rotating menu…
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Old-School Soda Shop Vibes Resurrected at Fizzy Mama in Peddler’s Village
Fizzy Mama in Peddler’s Village is the perfect place for the whole family to visit and enjoy fun sodas mixed up right in the shop, reports Bob Kelly for FOX 29 Philadelphia. The store, which boasts a bright and colorful interior, also offers great coffee and delicious baked goods, but the main focus is on…
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Restaurant Critic Defends Wawa Pizza for Being Exactly What It’s Supposed to Be
Philadelphia Magazine’s restaurant critic Jason Sheehan is asking people to get off their high horse and embrace Wawa pizza for what it is—pizza from a convenience store. Wawa pizza’s being called the worst. Here’s why those critics are wrong, Sheehan wrote for Philadelphia Magazine. He and his family ate their first Wawa pizza after they…
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Pretzel Bagel with a Side of Pork Roll: Check Out These Iconic Bucks County Breakfast Restaurants
Bucks County breakfast restaurants come with an unmistakable Pennsylvania charm, blending timeless local appeal with a Philly-style twist on culinary classics. Pretzel Factory-Langhorne offers fresh renditions of the region’s favorite savory baked good in the form of a bagel, writes Heather McGurrin for Visit Bucks County. The pretzel bagel breakfast sandwich can be topped with…
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Going Against the Grain: These Gluten-Free Bucks County Bakeries Offer Flourless Favorites
While wheat is an essential ingredient in baked goods, not everyone can stomach some flour. Luckily, baking has evolved to use alternative ingredients accessible to all dietary restrictions. These gluten-free Bucks County bakeries have delectable treats that are sure to satisfy the celiac soul, according to Emily Kovach in PA Eats. Haasis Gluten-Free Bakery…
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Reviewers Weighed in on Wawa’s Pizza. Here’s What Folks Think Out on the Street
Experts are weighing in from all over on Wawa’s new pizza offering, but what does the average Wawa customer think?’ Billy Penn at WHYY took the pulse of the man, woman, and child on the street, specifically in Center City and Old City, to find out. Despite some trash talk from reviewers, many people who…
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Acclaimed Bucks County BYOB Holy Que Smokehouse is Known for its BBQ Brunch
Acclaimed Bucks County BYOB Holy Que Smokehouse, famous for its authentic Texas-style barbecue, launched a weekly BBQ Brunch earlier this year, writes Marilyn Johnson for the Philly Grub. The brunch is held every Sunday from 12 to 4 p.m. A host of imaginative brunch dishes are being served along with complimentary Mimosas and Bloody Marys.…
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