food

Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steak House has finally found its way to Philadelphia. The nationally acclaimed, award-winning steak house is certainly most famous for its savory steaks, but it’s also revered for its cold water Australian lobster tails, oysters and crab cakes (entrees ranging from $28.95-49.95), as well as an encyclopedic wine selection.
February 18, 2009 at 10:26 pm

There’s something scandalous about taking a childhood favorite and making it unquestionably dirty.
February 18, 2009 at 10:24 pm

With the recent Salmonella scare removing peanut butter and peanut products from Penn’s dining halls and vending machines, Street decided to bring peanut butter back, DIY style.
February 18, 2009 at 10:20 pm

Brown Betty Dessert Boutique, gaining popularity and publicity since a September 2007 feature in O magazine, offers a wide variety of pastries and baked goods including cookies, cakes and their innovative cupcakes.
February 11, 2009 at 11:14 pm

Spending most Friday nights of my childhood watching late-night TV, all knowledge I have of blind dates comes from the most painful dating show ever: Blind Date.
February 11, 2009 at 11:08 pm

Off the Penn-beaten path in South Philly, Mr. Martino’s Trattoria teleports its diners straight to heart of Italy.
February 11, 2009 at 11:06 pm

For a decadent Valentine’s Day treat that’s as easy to make as it is to eat, try this classic treat for your (Swiss) miss.
February 11, 2009 at 11:05 pm

This Valentine’s Day, think outside the chocolate box and go with a waffle iron instead. Standing outside of its Center City locale, you would think that Bonté Wafflerie and Café is your average hole-in-the-wall sandwich shop, but the second the smell of homemade fresh waffles hits you, you’re powerless to resist.
February 11, 2009 at 10:54 pm

For those tea connoisseurs out there, — as well as you coffee-drinkers in need of a less-caffeinated morning brew — Premium Steap is the place to go.
February 5, 2009 at 1:16 am

If the mainstream coffee chains have been eating up all of your Dining Dollars lately and you’re still craving that delicious seasonal apple chai, why not try a much healthier DIY version right at home?
February 5, 2009 at 1:15 am

Tea has long been the social drink of choice. Originating in China over 3,000 years ago, this caffeination sensation has spread to all parts of the world and even sparked some controversy (Boston Tea Party, anyone?). With Starbucks’ newly launched “Tea Time at Starbucks” campaign, this age-old drink is making a comeback.
February 5, 2009 at 1:13 am

If your New Year’s resolution was to clear the cobwebs from your pots and dust off the oven mitts, head to gourmet food specialty store Spice Terminal at Reading Terminal Market for all the herbs, spices, preserves and sauces you need to whip up a great meal.
February 5, 2009 at 1:11 am

Even with the blistering winter weather beating at the windows, the warm yellow hues inside Rx — located at 45th and Spruce — can brighten up the chilliest day.
February 5, 2009 at 1:07 am

Looking for more places to get your tea on? Check these out: Remedy Tea Bar 1628 Sansom St. T Bar 117 S.
February 4, 2009 at 11:46 pm

While many on Penn’s campus consider themselves foodies, I can proudly say that I consider myself a soupie.
January 28, 2009 at 7:08 pm

Unlike campus Japanese establishments, at Yakitori Boy, they let you bomb your sake and belt your tune in true Tokyo fashion.
January 28, 2009 at 7:04 pm

While Chipotle’s arrival is the hottest thing to hit the West Philadelphia burrito scene, the Tacos Don Memo food truck (38th and Sansom) is quietly making a statement of its own. Simplicity dictates the menu at Don Memo’s.
January 28, 2009 at 6:54 pm

Chifa & Village Whisky After opening Distrito in 2008, Jose Garces is coming into his own this year and breaking from his label as a Stephen Starr prodigy.
January 21, 2009 at 11:32 pm

When the thermometer registers below 20 degrees and the snow starts to fall, what’s better than tuckering into a hot bowl of chili?
January 21, 2009 at 11:30 pm

Straddling the border between the Penn student realm and far, far away lies El Camino Real, a restaurant celebrating the unique cuisines available on the border between Texas and Mexico.
January 21, 2009 at 11:27 pm