Food & Drink
Upcoming Food and Drink Events
Drexel's 18th Annual Madrigal Dinner Feb. 22 & 23 at 7:30 p.m. Drexel University, The Great Court 3141 Chestnut St. $21.95 (tickets must be purchased in advance) Transport yourself to a 16th century Renaissance court, complete with jesters and music by the Drexel Chamber Singers.
Not-So-Sweet Chocolate
There's a more serious reason to protest Valentine's Day this year than the conspiracy between the American government and the greeting card-industry (i.e.
Cupmake My Cupcake
Let me set the stage: You and your best friend, significant other, study buddy or whatever other kind of "special friend" you may have are hungry.
Drink of the Week
Malbec Reserva Bodega Luigi Bosca 2004 Luj
Beer 'n' Chocolate
Have you seen columnist Lisa Morrison's online piece on the hottest couple around? Most likely not. Here's the gist of it: beer and chocolate are gaining popularity as the newest "it-couple." A seemingly unlikely combination, beer connoisseurs from all over the country are realizing the duo's incredible potential as a tasty winter treat.
Recipe of the Week
This is a great recipe to whip up for your special someone; this salmon dish looks impressive and pretty, yet it is incredibly easy to make.
Recipe of the Week
Pork chops smothered with apple cider The cheesesteak may be Philadelphia's most famous export, but pork chops (a Pennsylvania Dutch staple) have been satisfying native Philadelphians ever since the Amish brought their horse-drawn carriages to Lancaster County.
The Liquid Latin Love Child
With the debauchery of Mardi Gras festivities winding down, we recognize this party season with a toast to the Carnaval capital of the world: Brazil.
A History Lesson, It's What's For Dinner
At the end of the Taste of Philadelphia Food Tour, our guide Carolyn Wyman left us hungry, wide-eyed and smiling.
Greek Food, Without Delivery
Estia Restaurant 1405 Locust Street (215) 735-7700 While Greek Lady may have a monopoly on Hellenic cuisine for Penn students, Center City's Estia is perfect if you're in the mood to dress up and splurge at one of Philly's finest restaurants. The olive tree d
The Food Geek
Ever considered scrapping your i-banking ambitions in favor of a less traditional (read: more awesome) career?
Noodles for next to nothing
Nan Zhou Hand Drawn Noodlehouse 927 Race Street (215) 923-1550 If the chilly winter has left you stuffy-nosed and aching for warmth, head down to Race Street and pay a visit to Nan Zhou Hand Drawn Noodle House for the perfect remedy.
Ginger and Spice and Everything Nice
It's cold out. So cold, in fact, that you can no longer feel your fingers. Lucky for you, we have just the recipe to fill your cup and warm you from the inside out. You need not scour the world in search of magical herbs or cure-all tinctures.
Southern comfort
Honey's Sit 'n Eat 800 N. 4th Street (215) 925-1150 Ec-lec-tic (adj.): Eggs scrambled with tomatoes, jalapenos and chorizo served on challah bread with latkes and a slice of honeydew on the side.
Dirty, Salty, Wasikoki
Worth scribbling on a cocktail napkin Missing the freedom of winter break? Here are a few drink recipes three Penn students found particularly memorable.
Xochitl a little
Xochitl 408 S. Second Street (215) 238-7280 At Xochitl, chocolate isn't just for dessert... it's the main dish.
Oh, Susanna
Susanna Foo Chinese Cuisine 1512 Walnut Street (215) 545-8800 Let me engage you in a glorious tale of aromatic bliss, indulgent satiation and aesthetic splendor.
Can't Score a Reservation?
With Center City Restaurant Week around the corner, suddenly opentable.com doesn't seem so open anymore and power-wielding hostesses scoff at even the most desperate reservation requests: "Monday night, 10:45, for two?" Avoid the masses flocking to Steven Starr's playgrounds for the prix fixe, prix inflated menus. Instead of spending your Monday night arm-wrestling the couple next to you for table space, sit back at home and check out diningin.com.
