May 24, 2022

Glu Hospitality and Temple Announce New Restaurant for Former Draught Horse

May 24, 2022/ The Peabody/ Lexie Fleege

Glu Hospitality and Temple University are proud to announce a brand new modern grill and sports bar in the former home of The Draught Horse. The Peabody will make its grand debut this fall at 1431 Cecil B. Moore Avenue, on the west side of Broad Street. The 6,000 square foot space will have 40 seats at the bar and another 150 in the dining area. A large private dining space can hold 50 guests and be split into two for private parties. There will also be outdoor seating on Cecil B. Moore. The menu will feature American cuisine presented by Executive Chef Chino Chang with a wide variety of appetizers, sandwiches, salads, entrees and more. The drink menu will include signature and seasonal cocktails designed by Glu's award winning beverage team that is known for cocktails at Leda and the Swan, Vesper Center City and Figo. In addition to cocktails, look for ten draft lines pouring, plus bottles and cans, with craft beer, popular domestic selections, ciders, hard seltzers and more. The food and drink menus are designed to cater to students, faculty, family, alumni and neighbors. When opened, The Peabody will offer lunch, happy hour and dinner seven days a week, with weekend brunch service.

May 23, 2022

Free Toll Friday Returns to AC Expressway for Memorial Day Weekend Rush Hour

May 23, 2022/ Chickie's and Pete's/ Lexie Fleege

After a two-year pandemic hiatus, iconic Delaware Valley based restaurant group Chickie’s and Pete’s will kick-off summer by paying travelers tolls Memorial Day Weekend. Chickie’s and Pete’s will once again partner with the South Jersey Transportation Authority (SJTA) and the Atlantic City Expressway for “Free Toll Friday." While gas prices and travel costs are on the rise, Chickie's and Pete's picks up the tab in one of the region's best summertime traditions. Chickie’s & Pete’s, home of world famous Crabfries®, will be paying tolls (cash and EZ Pass) for all drivers at the Eastbound Egg Harbor, New Jersey Toll Plaza Exit on Friday May 27th from 5pm to 6pm. Early that afternoon, from 12 noon to 5pm Chickie’s and Pete's will give away free orders of their world famous Crabfries® at the Farley Plaza from The Crabfries® Express Food Truck, plus host an outdoor celebration.

May 17, 2022

Parks on Tap Announces Return to Fairmount Water Works for Summer

May 17, 2022/ Parks on Tap/ Lexie Fleege

Philadelphia’s famous beer garden that gives back to city parks announces its return for the summer season. Parks on Tap will start their extended stay outside of the historic Fairmount Water Works (640 Waterworks Drive) on Friday, May 20, 2022. For fans of the original traveling format, Parks on Tap will travel again starting August 31, 2022, hitting the road for five weeks highlighting five different Philadelphia parks. This hybrid model will offer the perfect blend of experiences for Philadelphia locals and tourists alike. When open, patrons will be able to enjoy sweeping riverfront views, fresh food, beers on tap, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages in a secure outdoor environment with comfortable chairs and clean restrooms. Parks on Tap is family (and fido) friendly. Season hours for Parks on Tap at the Water Works location will be Wednesday to Friday, from 5:00pm to 10:00pm, and Saturday and Sunday from Noon to 11:00pm, weather permitting. Parks on Tap at Water Works celebrates Juneteenth on Sunday, June 19th, plus there will be special hours on Monday, June 20th from 5:00pm to 10:00pm in honor of the official City holiday of Juneteenth, and Tuesday, June 21st from 5:00pm to 10:00pm. Pride at the Park: Pride Day at Parks on Tap returns Saturday, June 18th, from 12:00pm to 6:00pm. For 2022, all guests must sign-in prior to entry to access their free seasonal membership. Food and drink are pay-as-you-go. Seating is first come, first served.

April 20, 2022

Top 12 Restaurants for Cinco de Mayo in Philadelphia, Main Line and Suburbs

April 20, 2022/ Tio Flores/ Kory Aversa

Cinco de Mayo is around the corner and Aversa PR clients are going big this year with all day celebrations, early extended hours, DJs and live music, drink and food specials, outdoor tents, dancing in the square and even an all day block party on South Street. Tio Flores will close down the block and host an all-day Cinco BBQ Block Party. Stove and Tap will change their name for the day at THREE locations for a special Stove and Taco pop-up with a special drink and food menu all day in Lansdale, Malvern and West Chester. Anejo, El Camino and Pancho's Cafe will bring the food, drinks and music to Northern Liberties and Restaurant Row. Sueno will host an all-day celebration in Midtown Village and Center City. At the Jersey Shore in Cape May, Harry’s Ocean Bar & Grille will open outdoor seating for the summer on Cinco and Mother's Day Weekend and offer $5 specials for the 5th of May.

April 15, 2022

Philadelphia Zoo Celebrates Earth Day and Spring with New NatureBlazer Adventures, Mommy's 90th Anniversary, More!

April 15, 2022/ Phildelphia Zoo / Kory Aversa

Spring is the perfect time to visit the Zoo! The weather is warmer, the animals are active and guests can stroll the beautiful campus and experience magnificent wildlife. “We are thrilled to welcome guests and launch the season,” says Amy Shearer, Chief Marketing and Engagement Officer. “It is a wonderful time to visit, the gardens are in bloom and there are so many new things to see. I really can’t think of a better day than being outdoors, enjoying nature, seeing amazing wildlife and making lifelong memories!” said Shearer.

March 17, 2022

Port Richmond Celebrates 175th Anniversary

March 17, 2022/ Cohocksink Recreation Center/ Kory Aversa

The neighborhood of Port Richmond is turning 175 years old! All of Philadelphia is invited to the official celebration. Port Richmond Neighborhood Association will host The Official Port Richmond 175th Anniversary Celebration and Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, March 26th, from 2:00pm to 6:00pm, at Cohocksink Recreation Center. PRNA and community volunteers have been hosting an anniversary celebration for the iconic neighborhood formally since 2020 and informally since 2015. This year, PRNA will host its largest celebration to date with a free outdoor community party that will include a Port Richmond-Opoly Monopoly Tournament, cake ceremony, egg hunt, senior of the year, live music, family fun, vendors, food and more. Special guests and appearances will include Philadelphia School of Circus Arts' Youth Troupe, Easter Bunny, Minnie Mouse, Michael Jackson impersonator, Pawlucy Tae Kwon Do, Polish American String Band, The 501st Legion, and more. The iconic Stocks' Bakery will be making and donating the official 175th Anniversary cake, with a piece of cake for the first 300 people. Councilman Mark Squilla will present PRNA and the neighborhood with a special City Council citation to celebrate the milestone. Lokal Artisan Foods and French Toast Bites will be on hand with Port Richmond-roasted coffee made with Bean 2 Bean. The Easter Egg Hunt kicks things off right at 2:00pm, with the cake and ceremony at 4:00pm. The celebration is free and open to the public. The rain date is set for Sunday, March 27th.

March 16, 2022

Curtains Up: Philly Theatre Week Returns From April 1 to 10 with Hundreds Events Around the Region

March 16, 2022/ Kimmel Cultural Campus/ Kory Aversa

Theatre Philadelphia announces the return of Philly Theatre Week featuring hundreds of theatrical performances across the region between April 1-10, 2022. The ten day festival will showcase the talents of 64 organizations with 85 shows and events. This fifth annual celebration showcases the vibrant and diverse theatre scene in the tri-state region, while shedding a light on the theatre community’s resilience through the pandemic. Events include a variety of live and virtual performances and workshops, theatre-by-mail and chatroom, and exclusive ticket pre-sales, showcasing theatre across the Greater Philadelphia region with shows in Philadelphia, Delaware, South Jersey, Bucks County, and the Main Line and Western Suburbs. Tickets for participating events are limited and Free, $15 or $30 and found only at www.phillytheatreweek.com. Philly Theatre Week tickets are officially on sale now at www.phillytheatreweek.org.

March 09, 2022

Philadelphia School of Circus Arts Announces Return of Summer Circus Camp in Mt. Airy

March 09, 2022/ Philadelphia School of Circus Arts / Kory Aversa

Philadelphia School of Circus Arts announces 2022 Summer Circus Camp June 20 - August 26, for students looking to run off to the region's big top. PSCA’s award-winning camp is back and has options for kids ages 4 -5 (Tots), 6 -7 (Junior), 8 – 12 (Youth) and 13 – 18 (Teen). Campers are divided into groups within each camp by age and experience level. No prior experience is needed for camp. Each session lasts one week and culminates in an immersive circus show presented to family and friends. Children will walk the wire, take to the air and juggle their creativity from 9:00am to 3:00pm at PSCA's beautiful circus campus (6452 Greene Street). Full-day (9am – 3pm) Tots, Junior, Youth and Teen camps cost $450 for each one-week session. Extended camp (3:00pm – 5:00pm) costs an additional $150 per week (not available for Tots).

February 24, 2022

Girl Scout Inspired Cookie Shakes Return to P'unk Burger to Support Girls Empowerment Programs

February 24, 2022/ P’unk Burger/ Kory Aversa

Relive the favorite flavors of your childhood with Girl Scout inspired cookie milkshakes at P’unk Burger at 1823 East Passyunk. Passyunk’s organic burger, fries and shake shop announces seven limited edition cookie shakes that all feature Girl Scout cookies through early April 2022 - or while supplies last. Shakes will include dark chocolate salted brownie, toasted coconut and caramel sea salt, chocolate peanut butter swirl, mint cookie, vegan mint cookie, vegan caramel cookies and creme, and vegan chocolate peanut butter swirl. P’unk Burger donate one dollar from every shake sold, plus 100% of quarters from the P’unk Burger Arcade, to support Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania’s Girl Experience and Outreach Programming.

February 23, 2022

Golden Girls Mystery Experience Makes Philadelphia Premiere at Craft Hall Starting March 5th

February 23, 2022/ Craft Hall/ Lexie Fleege

A Golden Girls Murder Mystery: The Curse of Jessica Fletcher will make its Philadelphia stage debut starting March 5th at Craft Hall, at 901 N. Delaware Avenue. Rose, Dorothy, Blanche and Sophia are back at it again, and this time the four friends from Miami are trying their hand at solving a mystery. Come out for whodunnit vibes mixed with tons of laughs during this unique immersive experience that even includes themed cocktails and food. Tickets are on sale now for $64 each and include the show, food and three cocktails per person. Additional cocktails and food are pay-as-you-go. The show will run from March to April, on select Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, with times on show nights at 6:00pm and 9:00pm. All on-sale dates and shows are on the website, with more dates to be added for middle to late April - and beyond.