Ambra is one of those spots that you may or may not know if you’re familiar with the Philadelphia food scene. Ambra serves contemporary style Italian cuisine and the pre-fixe menu changes with the season. You have the choice between two options separated into four courses, but be prepared to constantly have something in front…
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It’s one of the most talked about restaurants in Philly right now. It’s got this must go, eat, take photos and be seen vibes. And I fell for it and I’m glad…kind of. Louie Louie was started by Marty and Sydney Grims, the father-daughter team behind White Dog Cafe. It’s a European-style bistro, with cafe fare that…
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ITV Philly opened in July 2016 and is Chef Nicholas Elmi’s second restaurant concept featuring bistro-style small plates, snacks and a wine bar. I have been dying to try ITV Philly for a few months, but wasn’t able to get a reservation that worked into my schedule. Well, it finally happened and I am so…
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Res Ipsa is a small cafe located at 22nd and Walnut, just past the coveted area of Rittenhouse Square in Philadelphia. I had heard rumblings of a new cafe open in that area and found myself needing lunch on a Saturday after work. I took a walk on a brisk Philly afternoon to find respite…
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I spent the day exploring the neighborhood of Old City and had a complete love affair with Philadelphia. Sometimes when you live in one place for awhile you forget the amazing sites that are in your backyard and accessible all the time. I wandered through the cobblestone streets, window-shopped in the carefully curated independently-owned stores and…
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WM. MUHLERIN’S SONS This wasn’t my first trip to Wm. Muhlerin’s Sons. I stumbled onto it by accident a few weeks prior for brunch (post coming soon) and was so taken with the restaurant that I needed to give it another try. This time I dragged along a good friend of mine who is my Philly…
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BESITO It is no secret that I love Mexican food. I could eat some version of it everyday of the week. This love was only solidified when I moved to Texas and was surrounded by some delicious Mexican and Tex-Mex food! Once I relocated to Philadelphia I immediately began seeking out different options to satiate…
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MALVERN BUTTERY I found myself in the suburbs of Philadelphia taking care of some errands and went out of my way to try the Malvern Buttery. I have attempted to go before, but they were closed! I was thrilled it could finally work in my schedule. It’s a cafe with serve yourself food and communal seating.…
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The Artful Epicure 