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Capofitto: Pizzaria and Galeteria, A Philadelphian’s Summer Nights Dream
Story, photos by Brittany Harlow Located on the 200 block of Chestnut Street, in the heart of Old City, among majestic and historical architecture, cobblestone pathways and a cornucopia of nightlife you may come across the small but mighty Capofitto, Pizzeria and Gelataria. Should you for whatever reason, not come across it naturally in your stroll, seek it out. Philadelphia popularly boasts one of the oldest and largest Italian neighborhoods in the country, so it may feel easy to dismiss each Italian restaurant as one of the same. This of course is a severe injustice and grave dining mistake. Capofitto is unique itself, for its incredibly light alternative fair. At the…
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Philly’s Oldest Tavern Continues Tasty Tradition of Nosh, Drink at McGillin’s Old Ale House
Photos, story by Jill Beckel Explore Philly stopped into McGillin’s Old Ale House on a chilly Thursday evening in February. Known as the “oldest continuously operating tavern” in Philadelphia, it was established in 1860 on 1310 Drury Street. According to their website, “McGillin’s Olde Ale House threw open its doors the year Lincoln was elected president. That’s shortly after the Liberty Bell cracked and long before ground was broken for Philadelphia City Hall. The beer taps have been flowing since 1860 — making it one of the oldest taverns in the country.” With such a rich history, McGillin’s Old Ale House is a must-stop for locals and tourists alike. The bar is filled with history…
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Yards Brewing Company loving the ladies with Lady Birds Beer Club
By Cassie Hepler Newsflash: Ladies like craft beer too. And if this really is news to you, what rock have you been hiding under all winter? It’s time to get out, stretch those wings and fly over to Yards Brewing Company to enjoy some stellar seasonal beer with their first ever ladies beer club dubbed Lady Birds Beer. The first meeting was held on April 1, 2015, while celebrating the release of Unite Red Ale, brewed collaboratively with the women of Yards, Victory Beer & Malteurop North America. In true ladies night honor, the first beer is free with your drink ticket from 5-7 p.m. Lady Birds Beer Club will meet on…