Vuture Foods Vegan Pop Up, Hop Sing Laundromat Drinks at Pinefish, Chris' Jazz Cafe Reopening, Grace Tavern's Birthday, & so much more!
A return to normalcy is coming back with a vengeance!
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Summer is in the air. And not only are the temperatures going to soar but so will the number of restaurant-goers. The majority of COVID-19 capacity restrictions will be lifted, including the mask mandate for vaccinated people, on Friday, June 11. People will be rushing out, thinking this is the long-awaited return to normal. Whether you think it’s too soon or not, the biggest issue in hospitality seems to be the labor shortage. If you do return to most of your regular activities, please be patient and kind. People are working hard out there - be respectful and leave a big tip!
Los Angeles-based Vuture Foods Popping Up at ARS Brewery in South Philly
Traveling plant-based junk food pop-up Vuture Foods will be setting up at Brewery ARS on Wednesday, May 19th between 4 and 9 P.M. Vegan comfort foods such as chik’n sandwiches, chik’n wings, jackfruit tacos, soy hot dogs, and smothered fries will be offered.
Hop Sing Laundromat Quality Cocktails Available at Pinefish in Midtown Village
Lê of Hop Sing Laundromat isn’t quite ready to re-open his Chinatown cocktail bar just yet. But his mixology consulting services have been enlisted by Pinefish owner Peter Dissin where 6 new drinks and 3 mocktails have been added to the menu just in time for Restaurant Week.
Chris' Jazz Cafe Reopens for Dinner & Live Shows on Friday, May 21 in Center City
After a long COVID closure, the popular jazz club on Sansom Street will re-open at roughly 30% capacity starting on Friday, May 21. They will begin offering two sets on the weekends, at 8 and 10 p.m., which will accommodate 30 seats per set. They anticipate opening to 100% capacity by the Fall. “Dinner & Show” tickets are available for $70 per person which includes a 3-course dinner & show. Beverages, tip & tax not included. All shows will continue to be live-streamed on their Facebook page.
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Grace Tavern Celebrates 17 Years in Grays Ferry
Acclaimed Grays Ferry gastropub Grace Tavern recently celebrated 17 years of business. The Fergus Carey-owned bar and restaurant, located at 23rd & South Street, known for its burgers and craft beer offerings welcomed patrons back after a pandemic pause in April. Here’s to 17 more!
Center City District Restaurant Week Starts this Week
Restaurant Week is back! From May 17-28, your favorite restaurants are offering multi-course prix fixe lunches for $20 and dinners for $35 to enjoy indoors or outdoors at the restaurant or to take home. Where are you dining?
Philly & South Jersey Food News Roundup!
Here are some news stories you might have missed recently!
PLNT Burger Now Open in Jenkintown (Philly Grub)
Nothing Bundt Cakes to Open in Cherry Hill (South Jersey Food Scene)
Lamberti Pizza & Market Grand Opening (Last Out Media)
Laser Wolf Named One of Best Restaurants in the World by Condé Nast Traveler (Philly Voice)
New Wine & Spirits Shop to Open in Reading Terminal Market (Wooder Ice)
Smokin’ Betty’s Closes; Huff & Buff BBQ to Open Soon (Philly Chit Chat)
Philadelphia Named 4th Best Beer City (Philly Grub)
Infused Restaurant Brings Philly Vibe to South Jersey (6 ABC)
Philadelphia Provision Company Open in Stratford (42 Freeway)
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Until next week — much love!
Marilyn
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