For those of you following kitchenplay's coverage of Brew, you know that it's already a great coffee shop with the dream of becoming a coffee and beer-to-go shop. Actually getting the beer component of Brew up and running has been delayed multiple times over various neighborhood issues. However, fans of Brew have a chance to rally for the establishment on Friday, December 11th at the License Transfer Hearing.
Whatever your interest - local businesses, Newbold, good beer - it's an opportunity to demonstrate your support.
Sign up for the hearing at Brew by December 4th.
License Transfer Hearing in Support of Beer at Brew
Friday, December 11th @ 10am
801 Market Street, entrance at Marshall's Store
Update 11/30: Meal Ticket has the scoop here.
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Sunday, November 29, 2009
Wednesday, August 5, 2009
Blueberries in my coffee
Trust me, kitchenplayers, I haven't forgotten you. In fact, there have been Bittman salads made, homemade soft pretzels ruined and P.Y.T grub taste-tasted. I just haven't written about it all yet. Blame it on the heat. Blame it on Live Arts. But in the meantime, check out this blueberry-laced shout-out to Newbold favorite, Ultimo Coffee at Brew.
From Philadelphia Weekly's 50 Must Eats...
Counter Culture Idido Misty Valley Coffee
“It tastes like blueberries,” the floppy-haired barista at Newbold coffeehouse/beer box Brew says when asked about the single-origin Ethiopian blend called Idido Misty Valley. Dude looks like a CW tween soap star, not a joe pro, so we’re skeptical. But there they are: blueberries, sure enough, a whole Hammonton meadow of them rolling across our tongues like ball bearings. Organic, shade-grown and sun-dried in the traditional Ethiopian method, the coffee beans are roasted by North Carolina’s Counter Culture and delivered to Brew, where the fresh grinds are brewed individually in Bee House’s pour-over drippers for a clear, pure coffee that really sings. Voluptuous body. Dazzling acidity. It’s the best cup poured in Philly. Brew, 1900 S. 15th St. 215.339.5177. ultimocoffee.wordpress.com
This just begs the question, who wants to gobble through all 50 "must-eats" with me???
From Philadelphia Weekly's 50 Must Eats...
Counter Culture Idido Misty Valley Coffee
“It tastes like blueberries,” the floppy-haired barista at Newbold coffeehouse/beer box Brew says when asked about the single-origin Ethiopian blend called Idido Misty Valley. Dude looks like a CW tween soap star, not a joe pro, so we’re skeptical. But there they are: blueberries, sure enough, a whole Hammonton meadow of them rolling across our tongues like ball bearings. Organic, shade-grown and sun-dried in the traditional Ethiopian method, the coffee beans are roasted by North Carolina’s Counter Culture and delivered to Brew, where the fresh grinds are brewed individually in Bee House’s pour-over drippers for a clear, pure coffee that really sings. Voluptuous body. Dazzling acidity. It’s the best cup poured in Philly. Brew, 1900 S. 15th St. 215.339.5177. ultimocoffee.wordpress.com
This just begs the question, who wants to gobble through all 50 "must-eats" with me???
Wednesday, July 22, 2009
Mary, Mary, Quite Contrary...
Well, I can't speak for Mary's garden, but mine is growing with the help of homemade compost and a small army of children from my block.Newbold Neighbors Association has done a great job starting a community garden this year, a couple blocks from my house. I'm just now greening my thumb, so I'm learning a lot along the way.
For instance, if you decide to shop for seedlings with three small children, the oldest being 6 years old, really pay attention to what you're buying. That way, you won't end up with 10 tomato plants and no peppers instead of the more well-rounded collection of tomatoes and red peppers you originally planned.Similarly, if you decide to plant with three small children, pay closer attention to where they are digging and what they are putting in the ground. That way, you won't end up with a rogue tomato plant in the midst of your cucumber patch.
Less overt excitement accompanied the laying of the compost. I fished out some of my compost, put it in a bag and headed over to the garden with two of the older kids from my block, about 8 and 9 years old. I hadn't noticed how the compost smelled till we got to the garden. In the words of John, the 9 year old, it smelled like "dookie." And he was right.
I suspect I wasn't turning the compost enough, letting it aerate properly. It doesn't smell now and seems to be well-integrated into the soil. Nothing has died, so I think it's ok. I went home and added cardboard to my batch in the Envirocycle and have been turning it religiously. Hopefully this next round will be more earthy, less dookie-y.
My pics are from last week, but I was just there again today. The black eggplant have quadrupled in size and the Lavender Touch eggplant is finally showing its light purple blossoms. Plus I have some very funky curly cucumbers growing. The tomatoes have yet to turn red but they are nice in size. And with all those tomato plants, there will be much tomato salad at our vegetable party come late August.
Tuesday, July 14, 2009
Brew Alert
Word from Brew is they could be selling beer by Thursday! Stay tuned...
Update: Grub Street just got the word from Aaron as of a few hours ago. The word is "snags"... various snags seem to be preventing those lonely refrigerators from getting stocked with beer. In the meantime, we have delicious Counter Culture coffee and 4 Worlds Bakery baguettes to sweeten the wait.
Apparently protesting is one of the aforementioned snags. As a Newbold resident, albeit one a few blocks from Brew, I'm curious to know who is up in arms against the place. I wonder if the Newbold Neighbors Association could be of assistance. They were definitely helpful with getting Lucky Old Souls moving along.
Update: Grub Street just got the word from Aaron as of a few hours ago. The word is "snags"... various snags seem to be preventing those lonely refrigerators from getting stocked with beer. In the meantime, we have delicious Counter Culture coffee and 4 Worlds Bakery baguettes to sweeten the wait.
Apparently protesting is one of the aforementioned snags. As a Newbold resident, albeit one a few blocks from Brew, I'm curious to know who is up in arms against the place. I wonder if the Newbold Neighbors Association could be of assistance. They were definitely helpful with getting Lucky Old Souls moving along.
Sunday, June 28, 2009
Circles Contemporary Asian Cuisine
Plan-Eat-Thai, with it's overwhelmingly long and ridiculously cheap menu, has morphed into Circles Contemporary Asian Cuisine. The menu is shorter, printed on much nicer card stock, and the prices a dollar or two higher, all signaling a shift into a slightly more upscale restaurant league. kitchenplay favorite, Drunken Noodles, is still on the menu. An addition that caught my eye is the P.E.I Mussels, mussels with lemongrass, basil and kafir leaves in curry and coconut milk. Plus they have a bunch of desserts now, like sticky rice custard and palm cake.
Alex got the pad thai the other night, which is how I learned of the change. I never loved Plan-Eat-Thai's pad thai, so the fact that it was underwhelming isn't indicative that the quality of food has changed along with the name. I'll be sure to order from there soon and let you know if anything has changed on the kitchen side of things.
Alex got the pad thai the other night, which is how I learned of the change. I never loved Plan-Eat-Thai's pad thai, so the fact that it was underwhelming isn't indicative that the quality of food has changed along with the name. I'll be sure to order from there soon and let you know if anything has changed on the kitchen side of things.
Wednesday, June 17, 2009
Lucky Old Souls: Local Food and Local Music Coming to Newbold
kitchenplay is proud to announce Lucky Old Souls, a bar/restaurant/music venue coming to the Newbold neighborhood of South Philadelphia. Proprietor Matthew Feldman is a local jazz promoter and host of the Lucky Old Souls radio show on Gtown Radio. He’s also a friend of mine from college so I’m particularly excited to be sharing the news about his new spot for quality local music and local food.
A chef is yet to be hired so the menu is far from finalized, but the food philosophy at Lucky Old Souls will be based around local, sustainably-produced ingredients. Feldman plans on consulting with Fair Food Philly in establishing relationships with local food vendors and farmers. Ben Merkel, currently a server and manager at Rx, will manage at Lucky Old Souls.
Lucky Old Souls will start out with a seasonal menu consisting of small plates, sandwiches and entrées, all served in the evening. Possible future plans include adding weekday lunch and/or weekend brunch. As with the food menu, the emphasis at the bar will be on local products, with six draft beers on tap from nearby breweries. Bottled beers, wine and soft drinks will round out the selection.
The building, on the 1700 block of McKean Street, has been vacant for over 25 years and will be completely rehabbed. Cicada Architecture/Planning, the firm behind West Philly's Lovers & Madmen Coffee Lounge, is in charge of the venture. Look forward to a two-story space with balcony-type seating on the second floor overlooking the bandstand. I don’t know about you, but it makes me think of the set-up at Johnny Brenda’s.
And of course, there will be the music. Feldman’s main interest is jazz but he plans on programming a wide variety of musical styles, including blues, “world” music and classical chamber music.
Feldman knows two things very well: good music and good food. You can trust that both will be in abundance at Lucky Old Souls. He’s hoping for an opening in early 2010. Expect updates at kitchenplay as Lucky Old Souls becomes a reality.
A chef is yet to be hired so the menu is far from finalized, but the food philosophy at Lucky Old Souls will be based around local, sustainably-produced ingredients. Feldman plans on consulting with Fair Food Philly in establishing relationships with local food vendors and farmers. Ben Merkel, currently a server and manager at Rx, will manage at Lucky Old Souls.
Lucky Old Souls will start out with a seasonal menu consisting of small plates, sandwiches and entrées, all served in the evening. Possible future plans include adding weekday lunch and/or weekend brunch. As with the food menu, the emphasis at the bar will be on local products, with six draft beers on tap from nearby breweries. Bottled beers, wine and soft drinks will round out the selection.
The building, on the 1700 block of McKean Street, has been vacant for over 25 years and will be completely rehabbed. Cicada Architecture/Planning, the firm behind West Philly's Lovers & Madmen Coffee Lounge, is in charge of the venture. Look forward to a two-story space with balcony-type seating on the second floor overlooking the bandstand. I don’t know about you, but it makes me think of the set-up at Johnny Brenda’s.
And of course, there will be the music. Feldman’s main interest is jazz but he plans on programming a wide variety of musical styles, including blues, “world” music and classical chamber music.
Feldman knows two things very well: good music and good food. You can trust that both will be in abundance at Lucky Old Souls. He’s hoping for an opening in early 2010. Expect updates at kitchenplay as Lucky Old Souls becomes a reality.
Saturday, May 30, 2009
RIP Merl's
Merl's South Philly Breakfast Spot, only recently featured in both kitchenplay and City Paper, is now closed. The exact circumstances are unclear, something about a new building owner, but the final result came swiftly and decisively. Merl's is no more.
Feldie and I heard rumors of a possible closing, so we went there for breakfast (and information gathering) this morning. Instead of being greeted by pencil drawings of the Obama family and a busy breakfast counter, we found shuttered windows and chairs for sale.
The possibility still exists that Merl will find another place to cook up her amazing pancakes and hash browns, but nothing is definite. If you are around 16th and Dickinson now, Merl and company are still there, tying up loose ends. Stop by and say thanks.
Feldie and I heard rumors of a possible closing, so we went there for breakfast (and information gathering) this morning. Instead of being greeted by pencil drawings of the Obama family and a busy breakfast counter, we found shuttered windows and chairs for sale.
The possibility still exists that Merl will find another place to cook up her amazing pancakes and hash browns, but nothing is definite. If you are around 16th and Dickinson now, Merl and company are still there, tying up loose ends. Stop by and say thanks.
Tuesday, May 12, 2009
Brew/Ultimo Open for Business
I'm writing you from the newest addition to the Newbold landscape, Brew/Ultimo. kitchenplay readers know that I have been eagerly anticipating this opening. To my left is a smooth and delicious cup of coffee from the microlot of Ariel Pajoy. Farmers like Ariel bring their beans to the La Golondrina coffee project in Cauca, Colombia. The coffee beans that meet a certain standard are separated from the others and sold as separate microlots. Ariel's beans met that standard. Brew/Ultimo offers four other coffees that are hand-brewed when you order them. Co-owner Aaron Ultimo puts on a little show for you when he systematically runs hot water through the grounds in a beautiful ceramic filter.
The beauty of Brew/Ultimo is that it offers two of my favorite beverages under one roof: coffee and beer. The liquor license should come through in about a month. Till then, the row of industrial refrigerators stands empty. But when the license does go through, we'll have a great selection of boutique beers-to-go from which to choose, curated by John Longacre from SPTR.Food options include simple baguette sandwiches and pastries from Four Worlds Bakery, brownies from B.T. Baking and chocolates from R + D Chocolate, all local businesses. I’m eating a triple crème brie and sliced apple sandwich on a soft and delicious baguette.
Good food and beverage aside, I am so excited to have Brew/Ultimo in Newbold. This neighborhood has a lot to offer, but it was missing a place like this, a place where people can congregate at all hours of the day, spend as little or as much as they want, and enjoy the neighborhood. Plus, it is clear that Ultimo brings a great deal of respect and love for what he is doing, where he is doing it and for whom he is doing it. I’ve seen a wide variety of people come in over the past couple hours and it seems I'm not the only one feeling the love.
It's good to be home.
Sunday, March 29, 2009
Merl's South Philly Breakfast Spot
Before heading to the airport this morning, I took my dad to Merl's for breakfast. Merl's is a breakfast joint just around the corner from me and it's become one of my favorite spots. Convenient location aside, Merl's has some of the best home fries and pancakes in town. The home fries (known as Merl's signature home fries) are crispy and salty, cooked with onions and green peppers. The server tends to ask if you would like the fries with onions and peppers. I can't imagine ordering them any other way.
The pancakes are best described by quoting the server. On my last trip there, my cousin told the server how amazingly crispy and soft the pancakes were. Her response: "I think it's all the butter." Or today, when I requested butter before digging in. She said, "There's already butter melted on the pancakes. But if you want more, I can bring some." Extra butter was definitely unnecessary.
My dad described the pancakes as the "perfect combination of wet and dry," which in chef talk just meant the dry ingredients didn't overwhelm the wet ones in the batter. So while the extra butter makes the outside of the pancakes super crispy, the inside is melt-in-your-mouth soft.
He ordered the pancakes and scrapple (Which he claims not to have eaten in two decades! I like to think he was inspired by all my recent scrapple talk.), and the scrapple came thinly sliced and deep fried, much to his satisfaction. I went with the p'cakes and pork bacon.
Merl herself came out at one point and checked to see how we were enjoying everything. When we praised the pancakes, she referred to her "secret recipe." I certainly hope I'm not revealing too much by saying they certainly benefit from copious amounts of butter.
Merl's South Philly Breakfast Spot
1543 Dickinson St. Philly 19146
The pancakes are best described by quoting the server. On my last trip there, my cousin told the server how amazingly crispy and soft the pancakes were. Her response: "I think it's all the butter." Or today, when I requested butter before digging in. She said, "There's already butter melted on the pancakes. But if you want more, I can bring some." Extra butter was definitely unnecessary.
My dad described the pancakes as the "perfect combination of wet and dry," which in chef talk just meant the dry ingredients didn't overwhelm the wet ones in the batter. So while the extra butter makes the outside of the pancakes super crispy, the inside is melt-in-your-mouth soft.
He ordered the pancakes and scrapple (Which he claims not to have eaten in two decades! I like to think he was inspired by all my recent scrapple talk.), and the scrapple came thinly sliced and deep fried, much to his satisfaction. I went with the p'cakes and pork bacon.
Merl herself came out at one point and checked to see how we were enjoying everything. When we praised the pancakes, she referred to her "secret recipe." I certainly hope I'm not revealing too much by saying they certainly benefit from copious amounts of butter.
Merl's South Philly Breakfast Spot
1543 Dickinson St. Philly 19146
Thursday, March 26, 2009
Newbold News
When it rains, it pours... Newbold news always seems to come in pairs. This week, Ultimo coffee (the coffee half of BREW) unveils its logo and the Broad Street Diner is officially out of Stephen Starr's hands.Monday, March 16, 2009
Visual Proof
A couple weeks ago, my drunken noodle arrived from Plan-Eat-Thai and was very photogenic. Since I didn't post pics in my first review of the Newbold Thai restaurant, I figured late is better than never.
Since that first post, at least one person in our home orders from there on a weekly basis. I've found the drunken noodle to be spotty... mostly amazing, sometimes just passable. I've also become a big fan of their soups (coconut milk and lemongrass with chicken are two favorites), ringing in at $2 a piece. The broths are delicate and spicy, and both come with sliced red onion and mushroom.
Who else has tried Plan-Eat-Thai since my first post?
Since that first post, at least one person in our home orders from there on a weekly basis. I've found the drunken noodle to be spotty... mostly amazing, sometimes just passable. I've also become a big fan of their soups (coconut milk and lemongrass with chicken are two favorites), ringing in at $2 a piece. The broths are delicate and spicy, and both come with sliced red onion and mushroom.
Who else has tried Plan-Eat-Thai since my first post?
Thursday, March 5, 2009
More Beer in Newbold...
City Paper is all about beer this week, not surprisingly. Their Top 5 section looks at the top 5 underappreciated beer bars in town. Newbold's The Station makes the list...
The Station opened (I think) in the late summer, after an extensive renovation, just as I was moving into the neighborhood. I haven't made it down there yet, but have heard good things about the beer selection and the food is supposed to be pretty good too. Who wants to check it out with me sometime?
4 Station Bar & Grill
1550 McKean St., 215-467-1871
This upstart restaubar has a tap list curated by Bella Vista Beer's Chris Fetfatzes. It starts with local session staples like PBC Kenzinger and Victory Prima Pils, and continues with the likes of Lakefront IPA, River Horse Belgian Freeze, Boulder Never Summer and Offshore IPA.
The Station opened (I think) in the late summer, after an extensive renovation, just as I was moving into the neighborhood. I haven't made it down there yet, but have heard good things about the beer selection and the food is supposed to be pretty good too. Who wants to check it out with me sometime?
Monday, March 2, 2009
Philly Beer Week in Newbold
If you've been living under a rock for the past couple months, then maybe this piece of information is news to you: Philly Beer Week starts this Friday.
Not surprisingly, the South Philly Tap Room is part of the festivities. Every time I check the PBW website for events at SPTR, something new has made the list. So as of today, here is what's coming up...
Events are free unless otherwise noted. All event descriptions come from the PBW website.
New Glarus Kick-Off Toast, 3.06 @ 10pm
The first 40 will receive a free glass of New Glarus Belgian Red. Ask your server/bartender for a ticket.
Meet the Brewer: Arcadia, 3.07 @ 5pm
Join founder and president Timothy Suprise in tasting a special selection of Battle Creek, Michigan's finest brews.
Meet the Brewer: Troegs, 3.10 @ 6pm
Join the brewers from Troegs for a tasting of their delicious line of brews plus a firkin of Flying Mouflan.
Meet the Brewer: Chuck Silva of Green Flash, 3.11 @ 9pm
Enjoy some tasty beers with Green Flash Brewmaster Chuck Silva. It's going to be a blowout. Specials from the taps and kitchen.
Left Hand Lumberjack Night, 3.12 @ 8pm
Dress like Paul Bunyan for a crazy tasting of Left Hand's Big Mo series. Special $3 glasses, lumberjack menu and prizes for the best dressed.
Rare Founders Beer Dinner, 3.13 @ 7pm (Tix are $95)
The largest selection of Founders drafts in history outside of the brewery. Tickets are limited to 40 and go on sale Feb 20th @ 11. Awesome!
Founders Tasting Party, 3.14 @ 4pm
13 Founders Drafts, including rare beers and new beers. The most Founders draft in history outside the brewery. What?
Allagash and St. Louis Beer Brunch, 3.15 @ 11am
Get rid of your week-long hangover the only way you know how. Juicy lambics and wheat beer specials. Oh, and the best brunch around.
Not surprisingly, the South Philly Tap Room is part of the festivities. Every time I check the PBW website for events at SPTR, something new has made the list. So as of today, here is what's coming up...
Events are free unless otherwise noted. All event descriptions come from the PBW website.
New Glarus Kick-Off Toast, 3.06 @ 10pm
The first 40 will receive a free glass of New Glarus Belgian Red. Ask your server/bartender for a ticket.
Meet the Brewer: Arcadia, 3.07 @ 5pm
Join founder and president Timothy Suprise in tasting a special selection of Battle Creek, Michigan's finest brews.
Meet the Brewer: Troegs, 3.10 @ 6pm
Join the brewers from Troegs for a tasting of their delicious line of brews plus a firkin of Flying Mouflan.
Meet the Brewer: Chuck Silva of Green Flash, 3.11 @ 9pm
Enjoy some tasty beers with Green Flash Brewmaster Chuck Silva. It's going to be a blowout. Specials from the taps and kitchen.
Left Hand Lumberjack Night, 3.12 @ 8pm
Dress like Paul Bunyan for a crazy tasting of Left Hand's Big Mo series. Special $3 glasses, lumberjack menu and prizes for the best dressed.
Rare Founders Beer Dinner, 3.13 @ 7pm (Tix are $95)
The largest selection of Founders drafts in history outside of the brewery. Tickets are limited to 40 and go on sale Feb 20th @ 11. Awesome!
Founders Tasting Party, 3.14 @ 4pm
13 Founders Drafts, including rare beers and new beers. The most Founders draft in history outside the brewery. What?
Allagash and St. Louis Beer Brunch, 3.15 @ 11am
Get rid of your week-long hangover the only way you know how. Juicy lambics and wheat beer specials. Oh, and the best brunch around.
South Philadelphia Tap Room
1509 Mifflin St.
Newbold
Call for Recipes: Newbold Neighbors Cookbook
Calling all Newbold residents!
From the NNA weekly newsletter:
From the NNA weekly newsletter:
The Fundraising Committee is beginning to compile recipes for a neighborhood cookbook to sell this summer. Please submit your family favorites and ask your neighbors for a recipe they love. Email recipes and relevant photos (optional) to saraselepouchin@gmail.com. The idea is that the cookbook will reflect the many different flavors of our awesome and diverse neighborhood.
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
NNA Fundraiser at Hardena
I don't know why I didn't think to publicize this on kitchenplay, but if it's good enough for Meal Ticket, it is certainly good enough for us!
The Newbold Neighbors Association (NNA) is hosting a fundraiser this Thursday, February 19th at Hardena (1754 Hicks St, the NW corner of Hicks and Moore). $10 gets you a mountain of great Indonesian food, with 40% of your contribution going back to the NNA. Things are starting up at 6pm and going till around 8.
The Newbold Neighbors Association (NNA) is hosting a fundraiser this Thursday, February 19th at Hardena (1754 Hicks St, the NW corner of Hicks and Moore). $10 gets you a mountain of great Indonesian food, with 40% of your contribution going back to the NNA. Things are starting up at 6pm and going till around 8.
Thursday, February 12, 2009
Travel Channel Featuring SPTR
From Drew Lazor at Meal Ticket...
"Samantha Brown, who hosts the Travel Channel show Passport to Great Weekends, is going on a pub crawl with the guys from Philly’s Beer of the Bike pedaling/drankin’ club next Thursday. South Philly Taproom GM Meredith Twist tells us that they’ll be filming some scenes next Thursday, Feb. 19, from around 2:30 to 5 in the afternoon. If you want in on the TV action, stop by! Right now we’re trying to figure out what other bars they’ll be hitting up on the crawl; more info soon."
Wednesday, January 28, 2009
Newbold Update
- For those of you following the opening of BREW, here is what coffee master Aaron Ultimo said in the kitchenplay comments section last Friday…
“We're trying very hard to work with Michael Dolich (a.k.a. "Challahman") over at Four Worlds Bakery. If you haven't yet heard of him, you will. No one comes close to what he's doing in the city. His croissants and chocolate babka are to die for...”
(In response to my question about who was doing their baking)
- Philly Weekly talks about a Caribbean food truck somewhere on West Passyunk, but doesn’t give an exact address. Anyone know the details?
Friday, January 23, 2009
BREW News
Thank God Meal Ticket is following the opening of BREW so closely. They just posted a link to Aaron Ultimo's blog. Ultimo and wife Elizabeth are the owners of the coffee part of BREW, what they refer to as Ultimo Coffee. (The beer part of the business is owned by Longacre; the coffee part by the Ultimos... together, they form BREW.) Aaron has photos documenting the build-out AND showing off pretty, shiny espresso machines and pastry cases.
I left a comment expressing my interest in checking out the space myself and posting about it. Wouldn't that be cool?
I left a comment expressing my interest in checking out the space myself and posting about it. Wouldn't that be cool?
Monday, January 19, 2009
BREW Update
From the latest Feeding Frenzy in City Paper (January 14, 2009)
"Look for this combination beer and coffee shop, from South Philly Taproom's John Longacre, to open in February. The shop, at 15th and Mifflin, will feature a 500- to 600-bottle mix-a-sixable selection on the beer end. As far as the beans go, Aaron Ultimo, formerly of D.C.'s well-regarded Murky Coffee, will handle all java, with plans for educational coffee classes and cuppings."
What kind of beer do you want to see? I want to know who's doing their food, baked goods specifically...
"Look for this combination beer and coffee shop, from South Philly Taproom's John Longacre, to open in February. The shop, at 15th and Mifflin, will feature a 500- to 600-bottle mix-a-sixable selection on the beer end. As far as the beans go, Aaron Ultimo, formerly of D.C.'s well-regarded Murky Coffee, will handle all java, with plans for educational coffee classes and cuppings."
What kind of beer do you want to see? I want to know who's doing their food, baked goods specifically...
Thursday, January 8, 2009
BSD... Officially Dead (Almost)
According to Michael Klein... "Starr's Broad Street Diner deal, mired in environmental issues, seems to be dead."
Damn.
Can this place be redeemed? What are these environmental issues anyway? It's a good location, comes with parking, has a community that cares about the neighborhood....
Could Mark Bee of Silk City swoop in and save the day? Should the place be razed completely and built up as something else entirely? And if so, what?
Damn.
Can this place be redeemed? What are these environmental issues anyway? It's a good location, comes with parking, has a community that cares about the neighborhood....
Could Mark Bee of Silk City swoop in and save the day? Should the place be razed completely and built up as something else entirely? And if so, what?
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