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 HarleyBig 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 HarleyBig 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 HarleyBig 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 HarleyBig 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 HarleyBig 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 HarleyBig 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 HarleyBig 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 HarleyBig 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 HarleyBig 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