restaurants
Just One Dish: Poppe’s Sandwich at Heavy Metal Sausage Co.
Welcome to Just One Dish, the Foobooz series chronicling an outstanding menu item at a Philly restaurant — the story behind the dish, how it’s […]
What’s the Future of Dessert in Philly Restaurants?
The best moment of dinner out, for me, is when the dessert menu lands on the table. I pore over each description, sometimes even delegating […]
Essen Bakery Heads to Fishtown
East Passyunk’s Essen Bakery is expanding to 110 West Berks Street on the Fishtown and Kensington border. James Beard-nominated pastry chef Tova du Plessis will […]
Our City Chose Illegal Parking Over Its Vibrant Dining Scene
I love Philadelphia, I love Philadelphia restaurants, I love the people who operate them and work in them. I always have. For 25 years, I’ve […]
The Myth of the Authentic Chef
“I’m missing a connection to you. … ” “[I don’t see] her Korean American roots. … ” “She was scared. … ” These were the […]
Forget Presents, Gift These Philly Food and Drink Classes for the Holidays
Let’s face it, the pressure to nail thoughtful, creative gifts becomes harder every year. But what if instead of focusing on things to buy, you […]
Tabachoy’s Chance Anies Is Ready To Show Philly Who He Is
On a rainy Friday in November, Chance Anies is chopping pork shoulder underneath a neon sign shaped like a pig. The porky connection isn’t lost […]
Why Is it So Hard for Philly Restaurants to Offer Health Insurance?
When Sarah Myers was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in March of 2021 after working in the restaurant industry for more than a decade, they wondered […]
Just One Dish: Alicha Fried Chicken at Doro Bet
Welcome to Just One Dish, a Foobooz series where we write about an outstanding item on a Philly restaurant’s menu — the story behind the […]
Where to Book a Private Dining Room in Philly
You might be under the impression that it’s the holiday season. And, unfortunately, you’re incorrect. It’s private dining season, the time of year when groups […]
Bundle Up, Philly’s Heated Outdoor Dining Regulations Are Changing
By now you may have heard that outdoor dining is forever. Pause for applause, boos, and possible crowd surfing on behalf of all the tiny […]
Just One Dish: Cotoletta Stack at Cotoletta
Welcome to Just One Dish, a Foobooz series where we write about an outstanding item on a Philly restaurant’s menu — the story behind the […]
Kyle Cuffie-Scott on the Perfect Quiche and Getting Philly to Talk About AIDS
Behind the Line is Foobooz’s interview series with the people who make up Philly’s dynamic bar and restaurant scene. For the complete archives, go here. Kyle Cuffie-Scott […]
Where to Eat Around Temple’s Campus
Temple’s campus is ever-changing: buildings rise, fall and shape-shift every few years (and sometimes months). But the dining options — long-standing trucks, shacks and unassuming-looking […]
Why Your Burger and Fries Cost $24 at Southwark
There are several topics that I’d like to see restaurant guests and restaurant owners discuss more. How to best cancel a reservation, for instance. Or […]