Posted by Blake Montalto on Oct 1, 2024 in Featured Chef
10.01.2024
Yanaga Kappo Izakaya
By: Zachary Blumberg
Chef Kevin Yanaga’s Yanaga Kappo Izakaya offers a fresh, nontraditional twist on the Japanese dive bar experience in Philadelphia. Located at the corner of Fairmount Avenue and North 3rd Street in the vibrant Northern Liberties neighborhood,...
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Posted by Blake Montalto on Sep 3, 2024 in Featured Chef
09.03.2024
Adelphia
By: Zachary Blumberg
The Adelphia Restaurant and Event Center in Deptford, New Jersey, is more than just an eatery—it's a dynamic, multi-faceted destination. For 37 years, this family-owned establishment, run by the Balis family, has been a beloved spot for locals...
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Posted by Blake Montalto on Aug 1, 2024 in Featured Chef
08.01.2024
Sweet Home Café
By: Zachary Blumberg
Sweet Home Café is located inside the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History & Culture in Washington, D.C. The name comes from the song “Sweet Home Chicago,” a blues standard by musician and songwriter Robert...
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Posted by Blake Montalto on Jul 1, 2024 in Featured Chef
07.01.2024
Radicchio Café
By: Zachary Blumberg
Nestled on Wood Street in Philadelphia, Radicchio Café stands as a beacon of authentic Italian cuisine. This charming eatery is conveniently located near some of the city's most cherished historical landmarks, including Betsy Ross’ house and the...
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Posted by Blake Montalto on May 31, 2024 in Featured Chef
05.31.2024
Rocco's at the Brick
By: Lily Cope
In charming Newtown, PA, Rocco's at The Brick offers a dining experience that blends classic, steakhouse elegance with a thoughtful, modern approach. But Rocco's is not just a business venture; it's a tribute to Chef-Partner,...
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Posted by Blake Montalto on May 1, 2024 in Featured Chef
05.01.2024
Mud City Crab House
By: Zack Blumberg
Situated on the mainland bayside north of the bridge to Long Beach Island, NJ, Mud City Crab House beckons seafood aficionados and casual diners alike with its fresh, seafood-centric offerings. As the name suggests, the...
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Posted by Blake Montalto on Apr 1, 2024 in Featured Chef
04.01.2024
Heirloom
By: Zack Blumberg
Meghan Lee's small beach-town restaurant, Heirloom, derives its name from a word with multiple meanings. A family heirloom typically refers to a sentimental object passed down through generations, while in agriculture, an heirloom represents a variety of crops...
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Posted by Blake Montalto on Mar 1, 2024 in Featured Chef
03.01.2024
Altius
By: Lily Cope
Perched atop Pittsburgh’s iconic Mount Washington, Altius offers more than just breathtaking views of the city’s skyline. With its name translating to "higher" in Latin, Altius stands as a beacon of elevated dining experiences, where Executive Chef and...
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Posted by Blake Montalto on Feb 1, 2024 in Featured Chef
02.01.2024
PassionFish
By: Zachary Blumberg
PassionFish, a seafood haven crafted by seafood enthusiasts Chef/Owner Jeff Tunks and Executive Chef Chris Clime, is a testament to their unwavering passion for quality seafood. Located in the D.C. suburb of Reston, VA, the restaurant is a...
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Posted by Blake Montalto on Jan 2, 2024 in Featured Chef
01.02.2024
Dougherty Restaurant Group
By: Zachary Blumberg
The history of the Dougherty family’s restaurant dynasty begins with Harry “call me Dock” Dougherty, who opened his namesake oyster house in 1897. The idea behind Dock’s was simple - provide high quality seafood in a...
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Posted by Blake Montalto on Dec 1, 2023 in Featured Chef
12.01.2023
At The Table
By: Zachary Blumberg
Take a scenic trip to Wayne, PA, and you may very well find yourself “At The Table”. This distinct restaurant with an equally distinct name is the work of chef couple Alex Hardy and Tara Buzan-Hardy. ...
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Posted by Blake Montalto on Nov 1, 2023 in Featured Chef
11.01.2023
The Churchville Inn
By: Zachary Blumberg
Food is family, and for over 30 years, that is what The Churchville Inn in Southampton, Bucks County, has been all about. Andrew Wallace is the current owner and a third-generation member of the Wallace family,...
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Posted by Blake Montalto on Oct 2, 2023 in Featured Chef
10.02.2023
Stina Pizzeria
By: Zachary Blumberg
The change of the seasons can lead one to wish for warmer days. Since a trip to a warmer part of the globe isn’t always on the menu, the next best thing may be to indulge in...
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Posted by Blake Montalto on Sep 1, 2023 in Featured Chef
09.01.2023
Rosemary
By: Zachary Blumberg
It’s an exciting time when you can find a new dining experience; novelty enriches the world around us and makes life exciting. At Rosemary, in Ridley Park, everything is new and exciting. The restaurant opened in 2023 and...
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Posted by Blake Montalto on Aug 1, 2023 in Featured Chef
08.01.2023
Eleven Contemporary Kitchen
Eleven Contemporary Kitchen in Pittsburgh, PA serves customers traditional Western Pennsylvanian fair with a modern twist. Chris Thinnes, the General Manager Eli Wahl, and the Head Chef at Eleven Contemporary Kitchen have been collaborating for over a decade.
Thinnes...
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