Heirloom Kitchen, located in Northern, NJ, offers a multi-use space housing a restaurant, cooking school, and boutique. Chef David Viana, known for his appearance on Top Chef, and his team create a farm-to-table menu sourcing local ingredients. The restaurant’s ambience, interactive chef interactions, and diverse menu offerings, including scallops and pork belly, make it a must-visit destination.
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Bardea is an Italian restaurant in downtown Wilmington that aims to revitalize the area, challenging Philadelphia’s culinary scene.
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Ambra, a hidden gem in Philadelphia, offers contemporary Italian cuisine with a changing pre-fixe menu. The intimate 16-seat space surprises diners with between-course additions like fava bean ravioli and raw tuna tart. The dishes, such as anise-scented duck and lemon cheesecake, impress with unexpected flavors. Despite the dark ambience, Ambra delivers an unforgettable dining experience.
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Terrain in Glen Mills, PA is a unique shopping experience, part of the URBN and Anthropologie brand. It offers a curated selection of modern-farm decor, a greenhouse dining room, and a coffee bar. The rustic restaurant serves local cuisine, while the store features health and beauty, housewares, gifts, and garden decor. Make a reservation to avoid long waits.
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Louie Louie in Philly, founded by the team behind White Dog Cafe, boasts a European-style bistro with an art nouveau design. The French-American menu offers a mix of traditional and regional fare, with standout dishes like warm monkey bread and a croissant breakfast sandwich. While the food impresses, service and noise levels diminish the overall experience.
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Bolete is a rustic-chic restaurant in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania that offers top-notch farm-to-table American cuisine. The restaurant’s charm and culinary excellence left a lasting impression, making the visit worthwhile.
Read MoreThe Dabney, a Michelin-starred restaurant in DC, offers upscale and welcoming southern hospitality, with mid-atlantic cuisine sourced from local farms, including garden-grown ingredients. Its charm extends to a delightful menu, including signature sweet potato rolls, hearth-roasted vegetables, and tender beef cheeks. The apple butter cake serves as a perfect conclusion to a memorable meal.
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ITV Philly, Chef Nicholas Elmi’s bistro-style restaurant, offers delectable small plates and a tempting wine bar. The menu impresses with items like Puffed Pork Chips and Wagyu Tartare, and the Happy Hour is a great deal. Meeting Chef Elmi was a highlight, showcasing his care and thoughtfulness. An Instagram giveaway for a $25 Opentable gift card is ongoing until April 3, 2017.
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