May 25, 2022

FCM Hospitality and Philadelphia Flyers Join Forces for Pride Month with Cocktails for a Cause

May 25, 2022/ Liberty Point/ Alexander Opont

In celebration of Philly Gay Pride Month, FCM Hospitality teams p with the Philadelphia Flyers and Flyers Charities to raise money for four local LGBTQ+ organizations. Cocktails for a Cause will be featured at 11 different locations throughout the city including The Garden at Cherry Street Pier, The Dolphin, Morgan's Pier, Craft Hall, Parks on Tap, Rosy's Taco Bar, Harper's Garden, Lola's Garden, Concourse Dance Bar and Juno. Each property will offer a drink that matches a color of the all-inclusive LGBTQ rainbow flag with $1 from each rainbow drink going towards donations to William Way LGBT Community Center, Attic Youth Center, Philly Asian Queer, and Galaei. Throughout the month of June and as part of the ‘Cocktails for a Cause’ campaign, the Flyers will have their own specialty cocktail, the “Flyers Rowdy ‘Rita,” available exclusively at Liberty Point, with proceeds benefiting local LGBTQ+ organizations. As part of the month-long effort, Flyers Charities will match FCM’s $1 donation up to $10,000 for every Flyers Rowdy ‘Rita sold at Liberty Point during June. The Flyers Rowdy ‘Rita will be a spin on a mango margarita (tequila, triple sec, orange, mango lime) and will be sold at Liberty Point all month long. The first-ever Cocktails for a Cause Pride Party and Kick-Off event will take place on Thursday, June 9 at Liberty Point from 5:00pm to 8:00pm. Philadelphia Flyers and Flyers Charities will be on hand with Gritty (6:00pm) and other fun surprises. This is the one and only event that will feature all 11 cocktails, plus Flyers' fun, DJ and other surprises.

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.

May 13, 2022

Kick Back Tiki Cruises Launch New Tiki Boat in Wildwood for Summer Shore Season

May 13, 2022/ Kick Back Tiki Cruises/ Kory Aversa

Two shore locals have teamed up to bring their passion project to the waves of the Jersey Shore this summer. Vineland native Captain Tim Merighi and Ocean City business partner Matt Sawyer announce the launch of Kick Back Tiki Cruises out of Wildwood, New Jersey. Their new tiki boat and floating bar will offer private chartered BYO cruises departing several times a day from their dock at 626 W. 26th Avenue. Cruise options will include Rise N Shine, Mid-Day, Afternoon, Happy Hour, Sunset and Wildwood by Night, with prices from $350 to $500 for up to six people at a time. Cruises make for the perfect summer shore experience for friends, family and even date night. Kick Back Tiki Cruises come with a Coast Guard licensed captain, an on-board private bathroom, Tahitian inspired thatched straw roof, spacious bar, comfortable bar stools, rocking soundbar, USB chargers and open-air layout. Guests can BYO their favorite cold beverages and food, or they can order delicious bites and have it delivered right to the dock courtesy of catering partner The Salty Mermaid Bar and Grille. For more information and to book Kick Back Tiki Cruises, visit www.kickbacktiki.com, follow @kickbacktikico on Instagram and call (609)246-5829.

May 12, 2022

Northern Liberties Night Market Returns to N. 2nd Street with Dozens of Food Trucks, Vendors and Music

May 12, 2022/ Standard Tap / Kory Aversa

The organizers of 2nd Street Festival announce the first-ever spring edition of the new Northern Liberties Night Market Series. This inaugural series of outdoor food festivals is rolling into the single fastest growing neighborhood in Philadelphia on Thursday, May 26th, from 5:00pm to 10:00pm, on N. 2nd Street between Fairmount and Poplar streets. This new event will take place every spring and fall and is a pivot and expansion by the operators of the city's 2nd Street Festival, which returns this summer after a pandemic break. For this pop-up food festival, look for dozens of food trucks, food vendors, shopping vendors, sidewalk cafes, entertainment, music, street performers, and other fun surprises. The festival is free to attend and food/drink are pay-as-you-go.

May 05, 2022

Ardmore Restaurant Week Returns to Lola's Garden, Sophie's BBQ, Autana, Iron Hill Brewery, More

May 05, 2022/ Ardmore Initiative / Kory Aversa

Ardmore Restaurant Week, the popular two-week celebration of Ardmore’s exciting and diverse dining scene returns May 12 through May 22, 2022 with participants offering a prix fixe, 3-course dinner menu at either $20, $30 or $40. In-person dining for Ardmore Restaurant Week returns this year with Ardmore establishments offering a wide variety of cuisines with menus created by award-winning Ardmore chefs. Sophie’s BBQ will serve up their popular chicken and jalapeno cornbread waffles along with a classic BBQ platter with your choice of ribs, brisket, chicken, or pork. Newcomer to the Ardmore dining scene, Osushi, will delight diners with fresh sushi and rolls, and Autana, the award-winning, authentic Venezuelan restaurant, will serve bundles of house made arepas, mandocas, and traditional tequeños. Award-winning Autana debuts hot off a fresh Best of Philly win for Best Arepas. Lola's Garden presents some of the most expensive and beautiful outdoor dining on the Main Line with a covered shaded all-season patio. Each participating restaurant will offer specially priced menus or participate with a special dining program. Restaurants have the option to offer inside dining, outside dining, take-out and/or delivery. Tax and gratuity are not included. Menu items may change. View restaurant offerings and detailed menus at www.ArdmoreRestaurantWeek.com and on our social sites @DestinationArdmore.

May 04, 2022

Grand Opening: Northern Liberties Welcomes New 1040 Creative Arts and Community Center

May 04, 2022/ 1040 Creative/ Kory Aversa

Northern Liberties Business Improvement DIstrict is thrilled to announce the grand opening of the neighborhood's first community arts center, maker space, art gallery and artists studio. This is the fourth grand opening in a row for NLBID and another amazing female-owned and Black owned business adding to the diverse small business mix. 1040 Creative grand opens this new arts and culture hub at 1040 N. 2nd Street, Suite 301, at Liberties Walk, this Friday, May 6th, from 6:00pm to 9:00pm. The opening event is free and open to the public, and will feature lite bites, meet the artists, a pop-up show and live music. Looking beyond opening, registration is now open for classes for spring and summer, with offerings like Senior Makers Meet-up, Cartoon Express, Still Life Studies, Intro to Toy Design, Little Picasso, Wednesday Wine Down, Davinci Art Club and many more. For more info and to register, visit them on social media at @1040creative.

May 03, 2022

Grand Opening: Philadelphia's Largest Restaurant Liberty Point Opens on Waterfront

May 03, 2022/ Liberty Point / Kory Aversa

FCM Hospitality and Owner Avram Hornik announce the grand opening of a brand new restaurant makes Philadelphia history this week. Liberty Point is now open and has replaced Hornik's Craft Hall as the city's largest restaurant with seating and capacity for up to 1,400 guests. The new outdoor-indoor concept features three main levels, five bars, food, drink, live entertainment, beautiful landscaping, lush plants, blooming flowers, unique vibes and the best views of the waterfront. Liberty Point is located at 211 S. Columbus Blvd. Philadelphia, PA 19106, adjacent to the Independence Seaport Museum.

April 30, 2022

Northern Liberties Restaurant Week Returns to 20+ Restaurants from April 1st to April 10th

April 30, 2022/ Northern Liberties Business Improvement District / Kory Aversa

Northern Liberties Business Improvement District, one of the hottest and most notable food neighborhoods in Philadelphia, announces the 2nd Annual Northern Liberties Restaurant Week from Friday, April 1 to Sunday, April 10, 2022. Timed perfectly for the start of nice weather and expanded outdoor dining options, over 20 of the neighborhood's biggest names will offer two course (or more) lunches for $10 or $15, and three course dinners for $25 or $35. Look for special features and signature favorite dishes, ample outdoor options, artful and colorful dining rooms, cocktail features, and much more. Book your reservation now along Philadelphia's restaurant row and take advantage of the expansive, flowering and ornate streeteries and sidewalk cafes. New restaurants joining the line-up this year will include Figo Ristorante, Bagels and Co., Boricua Restaurant and Baan Thai Thai Cuisine. The Shake Seafood and Pera will both grand open before April 1st and join the line-up as well. Neighborhood favorites will also include Bourbon and Branch, El Camino Real, Apricot Stone, Jerry's Bar, Spuntino Wood Fired Pizzeria and many others. The growing list of restaurants will be updated and go live starting on Wednesday, March 2nd, 2022. Visit www.northernlibertiesrestaurantweek.com for details. For reservations, contact each individual restaurant through their phone, website, Opentable or Resy.