During a normal year, Serrano would close its doors for vacation in July. This year, however, the fun is just heating up as this Old City staple will remain open on Thursday, Fridays and Saturdays for the debut of "Serrano Street Fare," casual and discounted food and drinks, plus free entertainment.

Better yet, Street Fare makes its grand debut during Old City District's new Inside Out Festival. For full info on both events, check out press info below and watch our coverage on FOX 29 Good Day Philadelphia.

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SERRANO STREET FARE

The new "Serrano Street Fare" menu will offer eight to ten specially priced "grab n go" items that showcase Chef Gina Rodriguez's love of authentic street food. All food will be served casually (think paper, not china) as if they came fresh and hot from a local food truck. Special low prices will make patrons think they were outside reveling at their favorite food festival.

On top of delicious eats, proprietor Donal McCoy will serve up specially priced sangria, Aqua Fesca with an adult edge, signature cocktails and a tap takeover by Yards. McCoy also pays homage to the musical heart and soul of Tin Angel (upstairs) by arranging for great tunes during Street Fare, including Zach Brown on 7/13, and local legend Kenn Kweder on July 20th. Other acts will be announced soon. Entertainment is free.

Dates:
July 5* 6* 11* 12* 13* 18,19, 20*
* Music nightly 7-10pm

Starting Menu:

Sonoran Hot Dog (Jumbo hot dog wrapped in bacon, topped with beans, guacamole, pico sauce and chipotle aioli) — Sonoran Hot Dog (Jumbo hot dog wrapped in bacon, topped with beans, guacamole, pico sauce and chipotle aioli)

Pulled Pork Soft Taco (Braised pork, bacon, lettuce and pico de galo served in hand-made flatbread)
Sonoran Hot Dog (Jumbo hot dog wrapped in bacon, topped with beans, guacamole, pico sauce and chipotle aioli)
Cheesy Cornbread Jalapeno Poppers (Filled with cheddar cheese, fried in a cornbread batter)
Chicken and Rice (Grilled chicken kabob served over Spanish rice with roasted green chili sauce)
Grilled Corn (Finished with cayenne honey butter and green onion)
Yucca Chips with Charred Salsa
Sopapillas aka "Donuts" (Fried dough dusted in cinnamon and powdered sugar)
Fish Taco (Grilled mahi-mahi, shaved cabbage, pico de gallo, lime crema in corn tortilla

"Serrano Street Fare" is the perfect way to celebrate the success of Serrano's new spring menu and high profile chef appearances at COOK, Philadelphia Magazine's Wine and Food Festival, Taste of the Nation and the PAWS Chef's Dinner. Serrano will resume standard nights and hours of operation after July 20th. Later in summer, McCoy will debut his highly anticipated new drink menu in its entirety and Chef Rodriguez will announce her new seasonally-inspired fall menu.

For more information, please visit serranophilly.com, call (215) 928-0770 or tweet @serranophilly

OLD CITY DISTRICT INSIDE OUT

Old City is taking it to the streets! Over 40 businesses are offering special promotions and entertainment along the sidewalks throughout the historic district. Join us on Saturday, July 6, noon - 6:00 pm, during Philadelphia’s Welcome America festivities for fantastic shopping in indie boutiques, galleries and design showroom. Enjoy live music and sample a variety of delicious eats from the restaurants around Old City. This event is brought to you by Old City Arts and Business Collective, and Old City District.

Free ice cream samples and house-made ice cream sandwiches; The Franklin Fountain, 116 Market Street
Antique sale featuring vintage cameras, vintage apparel, sports paraphernalia, items for the garden, and antique books. Tart lemons sipped through sweet Lemon Straws; Shane Confectionery, 110 Market Street
Flag making project - Matisse meets Betsy Ross; Artists Meet + Greet; and Space Whale Orchestra; Interpretive Jazz and Outdoor Art Sale ; 3rd Street Gallery on Second Street - 58 N 2nd Street, 12 pm - 6pm
Boxing and kickboxing demonstrations; Brazen Boxing & MMA - 45 N. 3rd Street, 3rd Floor, 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Napolean pizza dough-making demonstration by Chef Luca Sena Jr.; Revolution House - 200 Market Street, 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm
Jazz performance: We the Peoples - Karen Smith - Drums, Mark Palacio - Bass, John Guest - Keyboards; Bird Park - Third and Arch Streets, 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
"Street Fare" menu debut, tap takeover by Yards, specially priced sangria, clothing designer National Picnic and jewelry designer Piggle and Pop; Serrano, 20 S. 2nd Street, 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
15% discount on all Work in the Gallery; Snyderman-Works Galleries, 303 Cherry Street, 10 am - 6 pm
Breakfast For Lunch, featuring Slamming Breakfast Sandwich; Sassafras Bar - 48 S. 2nd Street, 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
50-70% Off merchandise from Cards to Stationery to Gifts; The Papery - 57 N. Third Street, 12 pm - 6 pm
Get your picture taken with museum heroes life-size images; National Liberty Museum - 321 Chestnut Street, 12 pm - 6 pm
$10 Wash-n-Go Dog Bath Special and Sidewalk Super Sale; BONeJOUR Pet Supply & Dog Wash - 53 N. 3rd Street, 10 am - 6pm

Visit www.firstfridayweekends.com for the full list of activities and participating businesses.