Topic: Big Rube’s Philly
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
Big Rube’s Philly: Brielle Kimmins, AKA AprilFoolChild
The chef / photographer reconnects with an old muse, and finds a kindred spirit — a fellow artist and polymath with deep Philly roots and an eye for what’s next
By Reuben Harley
Big Rube’s Philly: Babe on 52nd Street
Ted Hall opened his women’s boutique in 1972. Today, a legendary chef and photographer honors one of the last Black-owned businesses on the Strip
By Reuben Harley
Big Rube’s Philly: Thanksgiving with Nan
The legendary photographer and chef recalls how his families gatherings went down — and offers a couple of tips for making your turkey tastier
By Reuben Harley
Big Rube’s Philly: Hug the Block
The legendary photographer and chef sees old friends and appreciates a new paradigm for keeping Philly safe
By Reuben Harley