Category: neighborhoods
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Roxanne, a Supper Club
Roxanne is a unique supper club in Philadelphia created by celebrated pastry chef Alexandra Holt. This cozy space, named for Alex’s mom, opened in 2022 near the Italian Market. Within months, it had made Esquire’s list of best new American restaurants. The restaurant is bathed in fun pastels and has a playful, relaxed vibe. This…
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The Victor Cafe
Happy to see The Victor Cafe busy on a wintry weekend evening for our first visit. The staff are not only skilled servers, but all are professional operatic vocalists. Every 20 minutes, they rang a bell to signal a performance (no photography allowed). We were treated to 3 gorgeous arias from Puccini and Mozart during…
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Libertee Grounds
Libertee Grounds, near Temple University campus in North Philly, is a fun spot to watch sports, enjoy a drink and relax with friends. We came for the indoor mini golf on a rainy weekend afternoon when the Eagles were playing. There was no wait to start a 9-hole round of mini golf. The holes are…
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Corinthian Gardens
Corinthian Gardens is a vibrant Fairmount community garden in Philadelphia next to Eastern State Penitentiary. It is free and open to the public from March-October. The garden spans a third of a block and is maintained by a crew of friendly volunteers. The view of the Philly skyline here alone is worth the trip. The…
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Science History Institute
The Science History Institute is a new free museum near Independence Hall in Philadelphia. It is a hidden gem for anyone who’s curious about the history of science. There are cases full of history-changing, antique equipment plus the stories behind their creators. Their exhibits make an effort to be inclusive, celebrating unsung research pioneers who…
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The Navy Yard
The Navy Yard is my favorite getaway destination in Philadelphia when I’m feeling cooped up, like we all are now. There’s a sense of solitude and expanse as you stroll along the Delaware River waterfront. If you’re lucky, there’ll be cormorants hanging out on the piers. Amazing that it was a historic active military base…