Food

Will Pop-Ups Save Philly’s Food Scene?
It’s getting harder for independent restaurants to survive. Could the sharing economy of pop-ups help preserve diversity in our food businesses?
By Maddy Sweitzer-Lamme
Forget Back to “Normal”
Jezabel’s Argentine Bakery & BYO is doing better than ever in its 10-year history by pivoting to not just survive, but thrive during the pandemic—a start to rethinking the restaurant industry as we have known it
By Jonathan Deutsch
Philadelphia Takeout for Good
It’s no surprise that local restaurants have spent the Covid-19 crisis finding ways to give to their community. Here, 11 generous local spots you can support with your takeout order
By Maddy Sweitzer-Lamme
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
Solve “The Lost Mile” for Hungry Philadelphians
Share Food has fed more than 1 million people a month since last March. That, says its executive director, has required some creative pivoting.
By George Matysik
A Covid-19 Success Story
Curbside dining allowed restaurants to remain open long after rules limited their indoor capacity. Philly 3.0’s engagement director makes a case for never going back.
By Jon Geeting
The People’s Kitchen
Local chefs are serving food to those in need, while fueling awareness and action around social justice
By Courtney DuChene
Winterizing Outdoor Dining
Chicago invited citizens to come up with solutions to the challenges of outdoor winter dining. Philly should put out the same call.
By Maddy Sweitzer-Lamme
Gathering with Dignity
Along with delicious food, a new pop-up food hall at Temple offers an innovative, stigma-free solution to campus hunger
By Maddy Sweitzer-Lamme
A Model For Possibilities
Could the proposed Healthy Town Tioga Project be the solution to the disparities that plague Philly?
By James Peterson