Big Rube’s Philly

Burger and Fries With A Halal Twist

The iconic brand maker, photographer and chef meets up with a local Indian-American entrepreneur who’s finding fast success serving halal smashburgers, fries and milkshakes

By Reuben Harley
Big Rube’s Philly

Dominique Calhoun

The iconic brand marketer, photographer and chef speaks with one of Philadelphia’s most recherché tastemakers, whose high-end clients include former Eagle Malcolm Jenkins

By Reuben Harley
Big Rube’s Philly

Binh Nguyen

The iconic brand marketer, chef and photographer meets up with a PR dynamo, fashion maven and mentor who’s shaping how the country sees Philadelphia — and how Asian American girls see their futures

By Reuben Harley
Big Rube’s Philly

Marcello Giordano

The iconic chef, brand marketer and photographer talks business, business ethics and blueberries with a local Italian-American produce scion turned high-end restaurant purveyor

By Reuben Harley
Big Rube’s Philly

Shaw Lewis of Expect Lace

The style icon and photographer talks undergarments with the owner of a popular intimates boutique and a jewelry concept shop on Main Street in Manayunk

By Reuben Harley
Big Rube’s Philly

Chubby’s Fantastic Flavors

The iconic photographer and chef introduces us to his buddy’s new ice cream shop that’s all about distinctive, down-home flavors and restoring community in the heart of Southwest Philly.

By Reuben Harley
Big Rube’s Philly

Kurt Evans’ Black Dragon

Our legendary photographer, chef and style icon meets up with a man after his own heart — a West Philly guy who supports the community through cooking (among other things)

By Reuben Harley
Big Rube’s Philly

Marc Jackson

The chef and photographer catches up with the former NBA player and current Sixers TV analyst, world traveler, fitness devotee and fashion plate

By Reuben Harley
Big Rube’s Philly

Deborah Mayfield of Admirations Hair It Iz

The chef and photographer pays a visit to a longtime friend, a salon owner reestablishing South Street as a Black mecca — one woman at a time

By Reuben Harley
Big Rube’s Philly

Big Nick’s and Lil’ Nicks

The iconic brand-maker, photographer, chef and Philadelphian talks to an Italian American father and son with side-by-side market and hoagie shops

By Reuben Harley