Food and Drink - South Philly Review

McFadden’s Ballpark’s Guinness Shepard’s Pie

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 08:40:26 PDT

Chef Jeff Burke While his backstory could pass for that of someone from South Philly, Jeff Burke, the chef for McFadden’s Ballpark, 1 Citizens Bank Way, hadn’t cooked in...

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La.Va Café

Phyllis Stein-Novack — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 08:34:23 PDT

Last week, my friend Howie told me he enjoys reading the South Philly Review over coffee at La.Va Café. He is a fine theater critic and was my favorite editor when I covered ballet and dance...

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Theresa’s Vegetarian Chili

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 08:29:44 PDT

Vegetarian Chili gained its popularity during the 1960s and ’70s when vegetarianism was on the rise. The healthier-way-to-eat mentality remains intact with many consumers bypassing the meat and...

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Eating for a cure

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 08:23:41 PDT

Shank’s Original at Pier 40, 901 S. Columbus Blvd., is holding a Cheesesteaks for Prostates event Saturday with the proceeds from the day being donated to the Philadelphia Prostate Cancer...

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Luke’s Lobster

Phyllis Stein-Novack — Thu, 06 Jun 2013 10:40:55 PDT

Nora Ephron, who died last year, was a newspaper reporter, essayist, screenwriter, director and playwright. She also was an excellent home cook and was constantly on the New York City new restaurant...

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Sophia’s Meatballs

Thu, 06 Jun 2013 10:12:56 PDT

Chef Christopher Lee New York City native Christopher Lee made his Philly debut in 2004 at the Stephen Starr’s now defunct Striped Bass. During his time there, it received rave...

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Cultural expansion

Thu, 06 Jun 2013 09:36:34 PDT

A new Indian destination has spread to Passyunk Square. Tiffin, 1100 Federal St., opened Sunday in the former location of Kris. The restaurant — owned by Munish Narula, who also runs Tashan,...

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Joe’s Almond Sour Cream Pound Cake

Thu, 06 Jun 2013 09:42:12 PDT

Pound cake is a simple yet popular dessert for any time of the year, but Joe Collins provides his Almond Sour Cream Pound Cake that has a tangy kick with a special spin from ingredients that are off...

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Chinamoto’s White Tuna Tartare Sushi

Thu, 30 May 2013 08:37:34 PDT

Chef Sunny Lin Chinamoto, the newest ground-level addition to 777 S. Broad St., rolled out the red carpet May 21 to welcome guests for its official grand opening. It was a chance for...

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Ratchada

Phyllis Stein-Novack — Thu, 30 May 2013 08:31:38 PDT

More than eight years ago, Café Du Laos, the city’s first Laotian restaurant, opened on South 11th Street. I had never tasted this Asian cuisine, but found it similar to Vietnamese in...

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Liann’s Spaghetti with Mussels

Thu, 30 May 2013 08:22:55 PDT

Pasta, being a staple in any Italian recipe, is versatile enough to be transformed into a light meal with a summertime twist. Liann Amorose insists that garlic is the key, as it makes her Spaghetti...

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Week of suds

Thu, 30 May 2013 08:19:31 PDT

Philly Beer Week kicks off tomorrow, with events and specials occuring in more than 30 area locations. The Cambridge, 1508 South St. holds Shangy’s Opening Night Tap Takeover 6 p.m. May 31; Pub...

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Noord’s Seared Norwegian Salmon

Thu, 23 May 2013 10:00:28 PDT

Chef Joncarl Lachman Sitting in the middle of his 38-seat restaurant at 1046 Tasker street, chef Joncarl Lachman is a hot topic of neighborhood conversation as Noord, his classic bistro,...

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Wajoe

Phyllis Stein-Novack — Thu, 23 May 2013 09:55:17 PDT

I have never met an Asian cuisine I didn’t like. China’s diverse regions feature a wide variety of dishes ranging from hot-and-spicy lamb to delicate fish. Japan’s sushi and tempura...

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Jessica’s Sweet-and-Sour Spare Ribs

Thu, 23 May 2013 09:51:11 PDT

’Tis the season for Memorial Day weekend celebrations. After firing up the grill for the unofficial start of summer, throw on the usual hot dogs and hamburgers. While the traditional favorites...

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On tap

Thu, 23 May 2013 09:48:02 PDT

The Avenue will host Craft Beer and Italian National Day June 2. Beer starts flowing at 11 a.m. during various restaurant events, including All IPA, All Day at Birra, 1700 E. Passyunk Ave., and...

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Honey’s Sit ’N Eat on South

Phyllis Stein-Novack — Thu, 16 May 2013 11:14:19 PDT

In September, I finally made it to Honey’s Sit ’N Eat in Northern Liberties (Honey's Sit 'N Eat, Sept. 27, 2012) for a delicious, moderately priced brunch. There is always a long wait to...

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Ralph’s Italian Restaurant's Chicken Trombino

Thu, 16 May 2013 10:38:03 PDT

Jimmy Rubino Jr. Working 16-hour days might not sound like an appetizing concept, but Jimmy Rubino Jr., — the fourth generation of his family to maintain the legacy of running...

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Theresa’s Easy Pulled Pork

Thu, 16 May 2013 09:38:20 PDT

A root beer float with vanilla ice cream is a popular option this time of year. So is a chilled mug filled with said beverage sitting next to one of Theresa Strati’s Easy Pulled Pork...

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Home opener

Thu, 16 May 2013 09:29:09 PDT

Chef Joncarl Lachman has returned to his Philly roots, joining the booming and nationally recognized East Passyunk Avenue dinning scene with the grand opening of his BYOB Noord, 1046 Tasker St. The...

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