Voice: Jason Wilson

Why Is Ravioli Worth More Than Pierogi?
How Mom-Mom’s Kitchen is working to spread the good word on Polish food in Philadelphia. Their latest venture on South Street is set to open this winter.
By Jason Wilson
A Year of Eating Intentionally
In 2019, our Nowak Fellow explored the intersection of food and culture in Philly. He discovered a city rich in both
By Jason Wilson
A Woman’s Place …
… is running the kitchen, despite restaurants still being mostly male-dominated. Philly proves that’s true at an event with influential food magazine Cherry Bombe.
By Jason Wilson
Global is Local
Dining around the world on the “Ethnic Food Tour” of North 5th Street, where revitalization means something unexpected
By Jason Wilson
Bee the Change
Protecting bees is critical to preserving our food supply. Some 50,000 rooftop bees, including ones in the evolving Spring Arts District, are doing a small part of what Philly needs
By Jason Wilson
Beyond BBQ
Is Chris Cho’s Center City Seorabol the start of a Korean food empire?
By Jason Wilson
Generation Urban Farmers
W.B. Saul, the largest agricultural school in the country, trains students in the art of farming. Yes, even in the city
By Jason Wilson
Hail, Cider
In an excerpt from his new book, The Citizen’s Foodizen columnist celebrates the burgeoning world of apple ciders. They are not what you think they are
By Jason Wilson
Meditations on Meat
Michael Schulson’s fabulous new Alpen Rose puts steak back on the menu. Can we find a way to make peace with meat?
By Jason Wilson
When Celery Was the Avocado Toast of Its Day
A Fishtown restaurant takes us on a culinary journey into Pennsylvania’s past. Waffles and catfish, anyone?
By Jason Wilson