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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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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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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Besito in Ardmore, PA has an inviting atmosphere and diverse menu offeringing queso fundido and tacos de camarones. Visit Besito for a satisfying Mexican cuisine experience, complete with flavorful sangria and a charming ambiance.
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I visited the Malvern Buttery, a suburban Philadelphia café with self-serve food and communal seating. I tried pork, bean, and kale soup, bread and butter, canelé, sea salt sable, and café au lait with vanilla. The soup was flavorful but a bit bean-heavy for my taste. The desserts were outstanding, and the ambiance made it worth the visit.
Read MoreA visit to Barbuzzo before a show at Kimmel Center was a hit. The small, bustling restaurant in Philadelphia offered a flavorful experience. The Burata from Puglia, Roasted Bone Marrow, and Salted Caramel Budino left a lasting impression. Despite the noisy atmosphere, the delectable dishes secured Barbuzzo a spot on the revisit list.
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