August 28, 2014

Clean Air Council 9th Annual Greenfest Philly Returns to Headhouse Square with Music, Food, Eco Shopping, More

August 28, 2014/ Kory Aversa

Clean Air Council’s 9th Annual Greenfest Philly returns to Headhouse Square (2nd and South Streets) on Sunday, September 7, 2014 from 10:00am to 4:00pm. The tri-state region’s largest environmental festival is bigger than ever with live music, free demos, an outdoor beer garden, organic food and drinks, handmade and green shopping, MOM’s Organic Market Kids’ Corner, a twenty-five foot rock wall, and even edible bugs. Admission is free. Festival “Green Cards” are also on sale at www.greenfestphilly.org for $30 that includes food and drink discounts, a free t-shirt, and eco-friendly swag. For more information, visit the website, call 215-567-4004, and follow @greenfestphilly on Twitter.

August 12, 2014

Mt. Airy Announces 50+ Food Trucks and Restaurants for Street Fare on September 18, 2014

August 12, 2014/ Kory Aversa

Street Fare: Sip, Savor, Stroll brings tasty bites and beverages back to Mt. Airy on Thursday, September 18, 2014, from 6:00pm to 10:30pm. Sip and savor gourmet eats and drinks from 50+ of the region’s best gourmet food trucks and local restaurants stationed along Germantown Avenue, between Sedgwick and W. Mt. Airy Avenue. Stroll the Avenue for family fun, live music and handmade crafts. Street Fare is organized by Mt. Airy USA and annually attracts over 11,000 people. For event updates, visit gomtairy.com, call 215-844-6021, follow @gomtairy on Twitter and like “Go Mt. Airy” on Facebook.

August 12, 2014

Contest: Win Tickets to SOLD OUT Diner en Blanc Philadelphia

August 12, 2014/ Kory Aversa

Photography (c) Sean Corbett of The F Stop — Photography (c) Sean Corbett of The F Stop

Philadelphia's best kept secret will soon be told. We want you to be there for the surprise! Enter to win registration for two to the sold-out Diner en Blanc Philadelphia.

After months of viral buzz, Diner en Blanc will pop-up in Philadelphia on Thursday, August 21, 2014 at a location revealed only minutes before. Join 3,500 other guests dressed in white for a fairytale evening of food, fashion, dancing, music and magic. This once-in-a-lifetime event annually celebrates dinner as an artform as guests dine in a unique, unexpected and re-purposed public space.

Aversa PR, the official public relations firm for Diner en Blanc Philadelphia, presents a final chance to win free access for this très chic picnic and Best of Philly winner. Click here to enter and you could win free registration for two people. All contestants agree by entering that they will abide by the rules and guidelines of Diner en Blanc Philadelphia. All guests must wear white to the event, and bring their own table, chairs, china and food.

One winner will be selected by 5:00pm this Friday, August 15, 2014. The winner will be notified directly and has 24 hours to confirm by email, or an alternate winner will be selected. Once the winner has confirmed, they will be sent the free code for a registration. It is the responsibility of the winner to register themselves using the code.

Entering is simple. Please visit our contact page and fill out your contact information. Good luck and merci beaucoup!

Bonus: Not familiar with Diner en Blanc? Get a special preview as @koryaversa @debphl @aversapr Tweet live on Thursday night (August 14, 2014) as we head to Montreal for their grand evening!

August 11, 2014

City of Hope Philadelphia Fights Women's Cancers with 5K Walk

August 11, 2014/ Kory Aversa

One in three women will be diagnosed with cancer in her lifetime. On Saturday, September 13, 2014, this reality will unite survivors and supporters during the 17th annual Women’s Cancer Walk by City of Hope Philadelphia. Look for a parade of purple and listen for the outpouring of hope as walkers travel from Campbell’s Field (401 Delaware Ave, Camden), across the Benjamin Franklin Bridge, to the Arch Street Meeting House (320 Arch St, Philadelphia). Registration starts at 8:00am, and the walk starts at 10:00am. Registration is $25 for adults and $15 for children at www.womenscancerwalk.org. Share stories of hope by using @cityofhopephila #womenscancerwalk on Twitter, and liking City of Hope Philadelphia Office on Facebook.

August 04, 2014

Call for Nominations: Philadelphia magazine and Independence Blue Cross Seek 2014 Be Well Philly Health Hero

August 04, 2014/ Kory Aversa

Philadelphia magazine and Independence Blue Cross seek nominations for the Be Well Philly 2014 Health Hero Challenge. The contest honors a champion of health and wellness who inspires others to make strides for healthier lives. The free nominating process is open to the public on Be Well Philly’s Facebook page. The winner will receive a $3,000 donation to the charity of his or her choice, a magazine feature and an award at the Health Hero Celebration. For more information, visit Phillymag.com/HealthHero and click to read the full story below.

August 01, 2014

Chhaya Cafe Reinvents Philly's Citywide Special with Espresso and Pourover Pairing

August 01, 2014/ Kory Aversa

East Passyunk’s Chhaya Café announces a new twist to the "The Citywide" or “The Special.” In what would keep the folks at Bob and Barbara’s buzzing for days, the Chhaya Citywide features a shot of espresso and apourover of coffee for only $4.00 during weekdays after 2:00pm.

July 29, 2014

Ice Cream Beer Floats Return to Sassafras in Old City, Along with Pretzel Breaded Fried Calamari

July 29, 2014/ Kory Aversa

Your pals at Sassafras (48 S. 2nd Street, Philadelphia) in Old City have the perfect answer to the current heat and humidity. Cool down at Philadelphia’s “Grande Dame” of neighborhood bars with unique Sassafras flavored ice cream, available in one of four beer float combinations, or as a treat on its own. They also present a new must-try dish with pretzel breaded Fried Calamari, served with a carrot, jalapeno and chili-lime dipping sauce. Both items are available this week.

July 16, 2014

9th Annual East Passyunk Car Show and Street Festival Returns with 140+ Cars, Food, Circus, Music and More

July 16, 2014/ Kory Aversa

East Passyunk Avenue Business Improvement District (EPABID) is revving up for the 9th Annual Car Show and Street Festival on Sunday, July 27, 2014, from Noon to 5:00pm, on EPA between Broad and Dickinson streets. Over 140 muscle, classic, antique, custom and show cars, trucks and motorcycles will line Avenue, with circus performers, street vendors, rack sales, kids’ activities, live music and the Bang! Boom! CRAFT! Show in between. Wine and dine among the cars as award-winning restaurants and food trucks serve street food and summertime drinks. Admission is FREE for attendees and $15 for cars. The rain date is Sunday, August 3, 2014. For information, visit www.visiteastpassyunk.com, tweet at @epassyunkave and follow #passyunkcarshow.

July 14, 2014

Serrano Restaurant in Old City Hosts Pop-up with Ranch Road Taco Shop

July 14, 2014/ Kory Aversa

Serrano Restaurant announces that Ranch Road Taco Shop will pop-up in the kitchen starting on Wednesday, July 16, 2014. Chef Meghan Carnevale will serve her authentic Mexican street food, including Blackened Catfish Tacos, Pomegranate Guacamole and Mexican street corn with ancho lime aioli and asiago cheese. The special menu will be paired with rotating bar specials that will include sangria, signature cocktails, boutique wines and craft beers. The pop-up will run from 5:00pm to Midnight, Wednesdays through Saturdays, through at least early August.

July 11, 2014

Philadelphia Top Pizzerias Face Off in 6th Annual Pizza Olympics

July 11, 2014/ Kory Aversa

The 6th Annual Pizza Olympics returns this Thursday, July 17, 2014, from 6:00pm to 9:00pm, at Penn’s Landing Caterers. Fifteen of Philadelphia’s premier pizza parlors will vie for attendee votes to decide the gold, silver, and bronze medals in several categories as well as the top prize of overall favorite slice. Guests will also enjoy a DJ and dancing, raffles and prizes, drink specials, and a performance by the Mummers. Tickets are $15 and include all-you-can-eat pizza and giveaways from sponsors Coca-Cola, Liscio’s Bakery, and Utz Potato Chips. Tickets can be purchased at www.southphillyreview.com and they will be available at the door. For info, call 215-336-2500 or tweet @sophreview #PizzaOlympics