Cinder Taps New Executive Chef, Debuts Happy Hour And New Food Menu

Cinder Taps New Executive Chef, Debuts Happy Hour And New Food Menu

Teddy Sourias of Craft Concepts Group (BRU Craft & Wurst, U-Bahn, Uptown Beer Garden, Finn McCool's Ale House) announces a new chef, new menu and the debut of happy hour at Cinder at 1500 Locust Street. The Rittenhouse neighborhood cider/sour bar and artisan pizza kitchen welcomes Oliver Muguia as the new Executive Chef. Munguia debuts his first menu since taking over the kitchen, with over a dozen new dishes including pale ale mussels, arrabbiata wood-fired pizza, duck spring rolls, mojo shrimp and octopus, cherry and chevre salad and mushroom empanaditas. Six of the new dishes will be featured on Cinder's first-ever happy hour that runs Monday through Friday, from 4:00pm to 6:00pm. Happy hour specials include $5.00 appetizers, $8.00 mussels, $3.00 off all drafts, $3.00 off all wines by the glass, plus a featured wood-fired pie of the day. The new dinner and happy hour menus are available immediately. For more information about Cinder, call 267-761-5582, visit www.cinderphilly.com, follow @cinderphilly on Twitter and Instagram, and like Cinder on facebook.com/cinderphilly.

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Girl Scout Cookie Inspired Milkshakes Debut At P’unk Burger On East Passyunk

Girl Scout Cookie Inspired Milkshakes Debut At P’unk Burger On East Passyunk

East Passyunk’s organic burger, fries and milkshake shop announces five new limited edition cookie shakes inspired by your favorite Girl Scout cookies. On Saturday, February 18 and Sunday, February 19, P’unk Burger will serve Caramel Delight, Toasted S’mores, Thin Mint, Chocolate PBJ and Cinnamon Shortbread cookie shakes. South Philadelphia’s own Troop #91297 will also be on hand Saturday, from 11:00am to 1:00pm with cookies available for purchase. For every Girl Scout cookie shake purchased, $1.00 will be donated to the Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania.

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Revolution Taco Expands Menu And Debuts Arroz Con Pollo, Tamales And Barbecue Pig Wings

Revolution Taco Expands Menu And Debuts Arroz Con Pollo, Tamales And Barbecue Pig Wings

Revolution Taco (2015 Walnut Street) heads into their second year with hearty new menu additions that are geared toward the cooler, winter months. After celebrating their first anniversary, Owners Michael Sultan and Carolyn Nguyen wanted to expand their menu of offerings by debuting Tamales, Arroz con Pollo and Pig Wings.

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Slice Hosts Grand Opening Of New Fishtown Location With Free Pizza Giveaway

Slice Hosts Grand Opening Of New Fishtown Location With Free Pizza Giveaway

Marlo and Jason Dilks announce the grand opening of their first organic SliCE location this coming Friday, October 28, 2016, at 431 East Girard Avenue. To celebrate the grand opening, the Dilks will give away free pizza slices on Friday between 11:00am-1:00pm and 4:00pm-7:00pm. Selections will include signature long-time favorites (like Margherita, Florentine and Truffled Ribeye) and new Fishtown exclusive pies (like The Fig, Brussels Sprout, Lemon and Fennel). One slice per person will be given out, and no purchase is required. The full food menu will be available online starting on Friday at slicepa.com.

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Valley Forge Casino Resort Announces Grand Opening of Revolution Chop House

 Valley Forge Casino Resort Announces Grand Opening of Revolution Chop House

Valley Forge Casino Resort (1160 First Avenue) announces the opening of Revolution Chop House on Friday, October 14, 2016. Chef Les Bender will debut a menu focusing on classic and big cuts of steak, chops and seafood, with classic steakhouse appetizers, salads, soups, sides and desserts. Revolution Chop House's menu will also feature a revolving menu section where Chef and his culinary team will spotlight seasonal and innovative preparations and showcase use of seasonal and specialized local ingredients. The full service bar will feature specialty cocktails with revolving seasonal flavors that also pay homage to the revolutionary history of the Valley Forge region. The 4,400-square-foot space will seat up to 244 people in the main dining room, two private dining rooms, main bar and lounge area.

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Revolution Taco Debuts PoBoy Taco to Help Louisiana Flood Victims

Revolution Taco, PoBoy, Flood Victims, Louisiana, Taco, Fried Oyster

Revolution Taco (2015 Walnut) will raise funds for flood victims in Louisiana through the sale of a special new taco - designed by Chef Chef Carolyn Nguyen, who was born and raised there. 

Starting today, through Sunday, September 11th, Revolution Taco will offer the Fried Oyster PoBoy Taco, that features fried oysters, Cajun aioli, tomato, onion, lettuce, pickles and Tabasco sauce. 

"I grew up in Louisiana for almost all of my childhood," said Nguyen. "Deep down it will always be home for me. When Hurricane Katrina hit, I felt helpless. With more resources on our hands now, I want to lend a hand, reach a bigger audience and make more of an impact." 

The Fried Oyster PoBoy will sell for 2 for $10 or 3 for $13.50. All proceeds will be donated to the Disaster Relief Fund established by the Associated Professional Educators of Louisiana.

"It is important for restaurants and/or any business to give back. Our customers support us daily by coming in the restaurant so we have a duty to support the communities in need," Nguyen added. "It may not affect our customers directly but they may have friends or family that were affected. We are all one big community." 

The Disaster Relief Fund was established by the Associated Professional Educators of Louisiana (501c3 non-profit) to support teachers who have lost their classroom materials during this year’s horrific flooding. The fund gives 100% of the donations directly to Louisiana teachers. Their website features a special application process for those in need of aid, at http://www.apeleducators.org/page/DisasterRelief

South Philly SausageFest Returns to West Passyunk Avenue

South Philly SausageFest Returns to West Passyunk Avenue

Newbold Community Development Corporation fires up the grills again for the 2nd Annual South Philly SausageFest on Saturday, September 10, 2016 from 12:00pm to 8:00pm. South Philadelphia’s annual sausage-themed food fest takes place along West Passyunk Avenue (between South Broad and 15th streets). Look for sausage and sausage-inspired dishes cooked up in a variety of traditional and unique styles - including vegan - from ten restaurants and eateries that are part of the upcoming food scene on the other side of Broad Street. Festivities also include craft beer from seven breweries, live music, vendors and family fun. The event, sponsored by AFC Urgent Care, will be a fundraiser for the Newbold CDC’s Street Cleaning Program. Admission is free with food and drink pay-as-you-go. Advance beer tickets and other information is available at www.southphillysausagefest.com.

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Uptown Beer Garden Hosts End-of-Summer BBQ Week with Half Acre Beer Company

Uptown Beer Garden Hosts End-of-Summer BBQ Week with Half Acre Beer Company

Uptown Beer Garden (1735 JFK Blvd.) embraces the dog days of summer with new events that celebrate two of our favorite things: BBQ and BEER! Half Acre BBQ Week is underway and runs through Saturday, August 27th, featuring a slate of killer grill specials, plus Chicago’s Half Acre Brewing Co. will be taking over the taps on one of our two bars. For only five bucks a pop, enjoy some world-class core and seasonal beers, as well as some extreme rarities. 

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Watch the DNC Under the Stars at The Piazza at Schmidt's Commons

Watch the DNC Under the Stars at The Piazza at Schmidt's Commons

The Piazza at Schmidt’s Commons (1001 N 2nd St) will host a DNC watch party under the stars on Thursday, July 28th at 7:00pm. Watch the convention's grand finale on the high-definition, 400+ square-foot Daktoniks LED screen above the 800 square foot stage. Bring your own chair/blanket. Enjoy food and drink outside with specials and discounts from Crabby’s Café, Gunners Run and Wahlburgers Food Truck. Bar Ferdinand, across the street at Liberties Walk, will also offer special deals and dishes as well. Details about food and drink are listed below. This event is free and open to the public. For more information, call 267-246-0618 or visit www.theschmidtscommons.com. 

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Celebrate National Fry Day in Philadelphia at Taproom on 19th, The Little Lion and P'unk Burger

Celebrate National French Fry Day (Wednesday, July 13, 2016) with off-menu specials and discounted prices at The Little Lion in Old City, P'unk Burger on East Passyunk and Taproom on 19th in South Philadelphia.

National French Fry Day, Taproom on 19th, Philadelphia

Taproom on 19th
1900 Ritner Street
South Philadelphia

All french fries will be half price from 11:00am to Midnight, including several special off-menu varieties. “French fries are pivotal to a gastro pub,” said Taproom co-owner Mike Strauss. “What pairs better with beer than French fries?”

Ma Po Tofu Fries: topped with spicy pork, tofu, and Ma Po sauce ($11 original, $5.50 half price) 
Crab Fries: garlic fries topped with real crab meat, fried jalapeno, cheddar cheese sauce ($11 original, $5.50 half price) 
Mac N Cheese Fries: topped with fontina mac and cheese, bread crumbs and a fried egg ($11 original, $5.50 half price) 
Garlic Fries: topped with garlic oil ($5 original, $2.50 half price)

Tomorrow is also Taproom on 19th’s regular Wednesday night Quizzo event. Fry specials will be available during the game! 
 

The Little Lion, National French Fry Day, Philadelphia

The Little Lion
243 Chestnut St
Old City District

Southern Poutine - $5.00 All Day (Opens 11:00am)
Handcut fries tossed in dry rub, with house pork belly, short rib jus, housemade farmers cheese sauce, fried egg and scallion.

P'unk Burger, National French Fry Day, East Passyunk, Philadelphia

P'unk Burger
1823 E Passyunk Ave,
East Passyunk Avenue

All french fries only $1.00 with any burger or shake purchase. Pick from Thin Cut Idaho or sweet potato fries with sea salt, old bay or plain. For truffle oil, add extra $1.00.