April 29, 2022

The Garden at Cherry Street Pier Returns with New Chef, Birria Tacos and Waterfront Views

April 29, 2022/ The Garden at Cherry Street Pier/ Kory Aversa

Sip and savor on the Philadelphia waterfront at one of Philadelphia's largest and most beautiful outdoor eateries. FCM Hospitality announces the return of The Garden at Cherry Street Pier (121 N. Christopher Columbus Blvd.) starting April 16, 2022. The Garden is a sprawling, colorful and unique outdoor eatery and beer garden that features 20,000 square feet of space, seating for over 250 guests, outdoor tables, covering and shade, oversized games, lush greenery, colorful flowers, historic details, industrial vibes and picture perfect views. New Head Chef Miguel Angel Hernandez Mota is in the kitchen serving up a new menu focused around Mexi-Philly fare that includes the debut of Birria tacos. From the bar, look for new and returning favorite frozen drinks, summer sips, cold beer and more. The Garden will open on Saturdays and Sundays from 12:00pm to 10:00pm, weather permitting. As the weather warms, The Garden will operate seven-days a week. The Garden is 21+ to enter. Children, families, and anyone under 21 are welcome to participate as long as they are accompanied by a parent or legal guardian who has legal identification. Food and drink are pay-as-you-go. Seating is first come, first served.

April 27, 2022

Renault Winery Resort Owners Set to Bring New Life to 200-Acre Jersey Shore Golf Resort

April 27, 2022/ LBI National Golf Resort/ Kory Aversa

Accountable Equity today announces it has acquired the Sea Oaks Golf Resort in Ocean County, New Jersey. In a transaction valued at more than $6.5 million, the opportunity will supercharge the ‘drive to’ resort Mid-Atlantic market, offering a greater variety of award-winning destinations and guest experiences for golf lovers, locals and visitors. As part of the deal, Accountable Equity, owners and operators of the hugely successful Renault Winery Resort and Vineyard National Golf Course in Egg Harbor, has also hinted at plans for the new acquisition.

April 26, 2022

Grand Opening: Northern Liberties Welcomes 70six Women's Boutique with Affordable Fashion

April 26, 2022/ 70six Boutique/ Kory Aversa

Northern Liberties Business Improvement DIstrict is thrilled to announce the grand opening of the neighborhood's first fashion boutique - and the addition of another amazing female-owned small business. 70SIX Boutique is a brand new boutique that features women's fashion, accessories, home decor and gifts all under $100, presented by owner Lindsey McKinney. The grand opening will be this Saturday, April 30th, at 215 West Laurel Street, with a celebration from 2:00pm to 4:00pm. Shoppers are invited to enjoy complimentary champagne, 10% off shopping and a chance to win prizes. This is one of fifteen grand openings and new business announcements in the rapidly growing district this spring and summer, following high-profile openings for Craig Laban approved Pera Turkish Cuisine and eco-store/refill station Ray's Reusables. Opening hours for the launch of 70SIX Boutique are Wednesday to Saturday, 11:00am to 7:00pm, and Sunday, 12:00pm Noon to 5:00pm.

April 26, 2022

Morgan's Pier Announces 11th Season on the Philadelphia Waterfront

April 26, 2022/ Morgans Pier/ Kory Aversa

FCM Hospitality and owner Avram Hornik announce that Morgan's Pier (221 N. Christopher Columbus Blvd) will start its 2022 season on Thursday, April 21st at 4:00pm. Philadelphia's largest outdoor restaurant returns for its 11th season with relaxed bites, local brews, breathtaking views, live entertainment and energetic late nights. From the kitchen, look for a new menu with tasty options like Oysters on the Halfshell, Seafood Cocktail, Tuna Tartare, Crab Cakes, Grilled Octopus, Pier Fries, Crispy Chicken Wings, Confit Pork Flatbread, Crispy Shrimp Roll, Prime Rib Sandwich, Porky Belly BLT, Ratatouille Grinder, Purple Sweet Potato Black Bean Burger and much more. The menu includes vegan, vegetarian and gluten free options. From the bar, look for thirst-quencing summer sips that include favorites from over the last decade plus new offerings. Highlights include the signature Watermelon Rickey, Summer Sangria, Aperol Paloma, Crushin' It, Twisted Tea Bomb and Blueberry Lemonade. Live music and DJs are back for a full summer of programming, with DJ Ricky Lee, DJ Menace Cartel, DJ Xtina, DJ Beatstreet, DJ Meat Mill, DJ Pfef, and Dan Fisher kicking things off on opening weekend. Also look for Siempre Salsa Philly on select Wednesday evenings. Yappy Hour is back once a month to support the PSPCA.

April 25, 2022

Five Dollar Monday Movie Announced in Downtown West Chester

April 25, 2022/ Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center/ Kory Aversa

The big screen at Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center continues to keep Monday night interesting with a series of fun films this spring. Families and movie lovers can head into summer with a line-up from Hollywood classics to recent Oscar winners at Uptown’s $5 Movie Mondays. Tickets are specially priced and even include free popcorn. That upcoming schedule includes The Princess Bride (Monday, May 2, 7:00pm), The Rocketeer (Monday, May 23, 7:00pm), Pirates of the Caribbean (Monday, May 30, 7:00pm), Grease Sing-A-Long (Monday, June 6, 7:00pm), Belfast (Monday, June 20, 7:00pm), and Meatballs (Monday, June 27, 7:00pm). Tickets are on sale now and available online at uptownwestchester.org or by phone at 610-356-ARTS. Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center is located at 226 N. High Street.

April 25, 2022

Philadelphia Jobs: Aversa PR Hiring for Public Relations, Social Media, Internships

April 25, 2022/ Aversa PR / Kory Aversa

Job openings in Philadelphia Pennsylvania! Philadelphia public relations and social media agency Aversa PR is expanding! Join our fast-growing boutique PR and social media firm as we work with the top events, neighborhoods, restaurants, stores and non-profits in Philadelphia, Baltimore, Bucks County and the Main Line. Please see individual postings for requirements and application information. Interviews will be scheduled starting in early May 2022.

April 25, 2022

Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center Welcomes Sweet Baby James, Tom Rush and Danny Paisley

April 25, 2022/ Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center / Kory Aversa

Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center welcomes three folk and bluegrass artists this spring as part of the ongoing music series at the arts center. Sweet Baby James, – the #1 James Taylor Tribute Artist comes to Uptown! Saturday, April 30th at 7:30pm. The following weekend the mainstage fills with a double bill of Tom Rush on Saturday, May 7th at 7:00pm and bluegrass from Danny Paisley Sunday, May 8th at 7:00pm. Tickets for all shows are on sale now. Tickets for Sweet Baby James and Danny Paisley cost $25 in advance and $30 at the door. Tickets to Tom Rush cost $40. Tickets are available online at uptownwestchester.org or by phone at 610-356-ARTS. Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center is located at 226 N. High Street.

April 21, 2022

Aldo Lamberti Unveils New Positano Coast in Old City with Transformational Design by Pietro Del Vaglio

April 21, 2022/ Positano Coast by Aldo Lamberti/ Kory Aversa

Aldo Lamberti and family unveil a complete overhaul and redesign of Positano Coast, located at 212 Walnut Street, in the heart of Old City, Philadelphia. One of Philadelphia's award-winning Italian and seafood restaurants and the Old City staple has now been renovated from top to bottom inside, with a renovation that spanned an entire pandemic and an ocean away in partnership with a world-renowned designer and the custom materials from Italy.

April 20, 2022

Grand Opening: Ray's Reusables Brings Eco-Store, Refill Station and Gift Shop to Northern Liberties

April 20, 2022/ Ray's Reusables / Kory Aversa

Northern Liberties Business Improvement District announces the grand opening of Ray's Reusables at 935 N. 2nd Street. This female and queer owned eco-store and refill station is the first brick and mortar retail store from Ray Daly (she/her), who became well-known and popular over the pandemic for her eco pop-up and mobile store that launched during the pandemic. Ray's will continue to pop-up and now has this new brick and mortar that is bustling with products to help customers focus on reducing their carbon footprint. All products focus on the three R's of Ray's - reuse, refill and replace. Categories include body care, cleaning and laundry, plus home goods and gifts. Opening hours are Monday, Wednesday and Friday, from 11:00am to 7:00pm, Saturday, from 3:00pm to 6:00pm, and Sunday, from 10:00am to 4:00pm.

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.