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Husband and Wife Duo Making Waves with Balboa Supper Club at New Hope Winery
Photos, story by Cassie Hepler Don’t let New Hope Winery fool you. There is not a vineyard there, the grapes are actually located in Erie, Pa. and shipped all the way to New Hope, Pa. Well known for its sweet Pennsylvania table wine, the charming wine and gift shop is housed in a rustic 18th century barn, located right between New Hope and Peddler’s Village since 1993. The New Hope Winery showcases a large selection of fine Pa wines, accessories and gourmet foods from light, fruity whites and versatile blush wines to sophisticated reds and of course seasonal fruit wines. The tagline there is, “We’re not just a winery!” and that is…
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Interview with Author Irene Levy Baker of 100 Things to do in Philadelphia Before You Die
Story, video by Whitney Ullman 100 Things to do in Philadelphia Before You Die, the latest in a national series of travel guides by Reedy Press, was just released. The guide was written by Irene Levy Baker, who has spent 25 years exploring Philadelphia. It includes tips she discovered while working with five local tourist bureaus, celebrity chefs, hotels and attractions. Baker is the owner of Spotlight Public Relations, a firm specializing in hospitality and restaurants. Prior to starting her public relations firm in 1998, Baker spent nearly a decade at the Philadelphia Convention and Visitors Bureau. EXPLORE PHILLY: Tell us about the inspiration behind writing this particular book? BAKER: I’ve been exploring…
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Sweets So Good You’ll Swear She’s Psychic – The Pastry Prophet
By: Elizabeth Coffey Your glass of milk will find its match made in heaven when you call up The Pastry Prophet and put your order in for one of Dana Prophet’s delicious and delectable desserts. From cookies and pies to cakes and scones, your taste buds are in for a treat. I recently had the pleasure of asking this super-star chef and Philadelphia small business owner what makes her tick and why you’ll be on the phone ordering yourself a batch of her completely customizable creations sooner than you think. Q: What/who inspired your love of baking? A: Two things: my family and my sweet tooth. I am from a…
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Home Brewed Events and Dashing Rogue Team Up for Terrific Beer Pairing at Home Dinner
Photo, story by Cassie Hepler Dashing Rogue and Home Brewed Events sure know how to host a holiday beer dinner! And give it the mom-and-pop feel even though they aren’t married. Dashing Rogue and the beer mistress provides fully customizable beer pairing dinner parties in the comfort of your own home, covering all the details including menu planning, prep work, food, beer, plates, glassware, napkins, serving and the dreaded dish-washing. With dinners starting at $79 per person, all you have to do is sit back and enjoy your guests. Home Brewed Events husband and wife team are beer-based education event planners who would like to teach you how to brew your own…
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Pa. Conference for Women Packs Convention Center with 9,000 Female Advocates
Photos, story by Cassie Hepler What started as a one table gathering has exploded into a sold out sea of 9,000 women taking over the Pa. Convention Center. Obviously the tri-state area’s largest gathering of women, powerhouses such as Anita Hill, Mindy Kaling, Abby Wambach, Adam Grant and Annie Clark headlined the Pennsylvania Conference for Women. “You are here to be part of a movement that will help all of us move forward together,” civil rights pioneer Anita Hill told a sold out audience of nearly 9,000 at the 13th Annual Pennsylvania Conference for Women on Thursday. “There are direct business costs related to harassment,” Hill said, noting the need to end…
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Highlights from the Sweet 2016 Audi Philly Feastival
Video by Whitney Ullman The much anticipated 2016 Philly Feastival featured some of the hottest culinary dishes from Philadelphia’s most popular restaurants. This 2016 event was the Feastival’s 7th year joining forces with FringeArts – who is now celebrating 20 years of bringing innovative, contemporary and ground-breaking art to Philadelphia. In this video you’ll have an insiders view of the fantastic ambiance, radiant crowd, delectable foods and artistic performances. Enjoy!
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Former Revel Turning Into TEN with Execs Focused on Atlantic City’s Future
As anticipation for the opening of Atlantic City’s most iconic destination grows, there is extensive preparation behind the scenes at TEN by some of the most accomplished executives in the hospitality and gaming industry. “Our executive team is what makes the difference. That is why I am excited to announce our best-in-class executives with unmatched expertise and vision” stated Robert Landino, Chief Executive Officer of TEN. TEN staff have been working around the clock to ensure the TEN brand, which reflects the highest standard of quality and services, will provide the most absolute experience that guests deserve. “Opening an over 6 million square foot, 47 story, and 1400 room resort is no small feat. We…
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Humane Society Seeks Photos of Adopted Dogs and Cats for New Holiday Video
The Humane Society of Ocean City is putting together a video to the Christmas song “I’ll be Home for Christmas.” The video will include a slideshow of photos of adopted dogs and cats with their owners at their new homes. The Humane Society invites the parents of our alumni rescue dogs and cats to send their pictures to phil.bellucci@hsocnj.org with homeforchristmas in the subject line. These pictures will be incorporated into the video. If anyone has any questions, call the Humane Society at 609-398-9500. In 1964, two teenagers started to care for stray and unwanted animals in a heated garage located in Ocean City after the City Pound suffered a water main break. The two teenagers, along with other residents,…
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Get Your Squab on at Hungry Pigeon in South Philly’s Fabric Row
Photos, story by Cassie Hepler We stumbled upon this chef at Feastival in Philly where we scarfed down a quick sample they were slinging like all the other vendors. However, it was so memorable that we snagged a card and emailed them. Without a storefront location, Scott Schroeder told us to check back. And that we did. Most journalists will wax on and on about Scott’s chef background talents but we went in blind… and followed our tastebuds instead (which have never led us astray so far minus that hella spicy Indian gratuitous appetizer after too much red wine). This is our first time eating squab, which is a young domestic pigeon. The…
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Soak in Ambiance, Enjoy Latin Flair at Aqimero in Revamped Ritz Carlton
Photos, story by Cassie Hepler What was once a frilly bank, you can now sit and dine in marble splendor at celebrity chef and restaurateur Richard Sandoval’s first restaurant in Philadelphia, Aqimero. To make things even more fancy pants, the Ritz-Carlton hotel got a makeover where the restaurant is the hub in the middle by the skylight and chandeliers. And don’t worry, your broke ass can now afford to enjoy the ambiance with an ever-changing happy hour at the bar only, beginning with $1.50 Oysters, $7 cocktails, $6 wines and $5 draft beers Monday through Friday from 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Or you can try the bottomless brunch option on weekends with…