Single in the City is a reoccurring column on Philly Happening that will appear on Wednesdays. It chronicles a single thirty-something, new to the Philadelphia, searching for friendship, love, and her place in this vibrant city. - 4 Ways to Establish New Networks in the City- A few weeks ago, I [...]
It only happens once every four years, so live it up! Today's Leap Day gives us a rare extra day in February to enjoy life and to celebrate around the city at local bars and restaurants. There's no better way to bid adieu to February before ringing in March 1st tomorrow. Cheers to Leap Day! 1.) Grab an icy [...]
If you love local craft beer than Philadelphia is the place for you. We have a bunch of breweries, beer-centered restaurants, and festivals throughout the year that celebrate our love of this luscious libation. Here's a list of places for you to "hop" on out to! Philly Craft Beer Festival 4747 S. Broad Street 1-877-435-9849 [...]
Ah March, the month that comes in like a lion and out like a lamb. This month can be an unpredictable end to winter and start of spring but one thing is for sure, it's the month in which Philadelphians will be celebrating St. Patrick's Day in style! Whether you are Irish or not it's [...]
Frozen or on the rocks, with salt or without, the Margarita is a classic drink that in many cases reminds us of summer sun and good times. The main ingredient in this delicious cocktail is tequila, so beware the old saying one tequila, two tequila, three tequila, floor! Here are 5 margarita recipes that are sure [...]
Now through Sunday, November 8 you can visit your favorite Manayunk bars and restaurants and take part in a variety of tastings, dinner pairings, parties, cocktail competitions, happy hours, and signature $5 cocktails during Manayunk Cocktail Week. Check out the events happening this weekend. Friday, November 6th National Nacho Day at Derek's Featuring $5 Cuervo Gold [...]
The operators of McFadden's Ball Park and Tavern on Broad are proud to offer their latest venture on the Philadelphia bar and restaurant scene, which just opened its doors on Wednesday, October 28 in the mezzanine of the Academy House at 1420 Locust Street — Tap and Kitchen. Stepping out of their traditional sports bar [...]
The 19th annual Fringe Festival, one of Philadelphia’s signature fall events put on by FringeArts, is well underway with its 17-day, city-wide celebration of innovation and creativity in contemporary performance. The Festival, running now until September 19, explodes into every nook and cranny in neighborhoods across Philadelphia with more than 1,000 artistically daring performances, including [...]
Pets and their owners are invited to come to the southern end of Dilworth Park and join the Friends of Center City at Dilworth Park for SIPS-priced cocktails today, August 19, from 5:00 until 7:00 p.m. Guests can choose from $5 sangrias, $4 wines, $3 beers, and snacks to share with their friends. While mingling and munching guests [...]
The Washing Post just released the fifth article in a monthly series by Tom Sietsema, which chronicles his search for America’s top food cities. The subject of this month’s article: Philadelphia! See what Sietman has to say about our great city and more importantly, OUR FOOD... The search for America’s best food cities: Philadelphia Never mind [...]
