Sovana can feel like an anomaly—it’s hard to understand how an establishment this attractive, tasty, accessible, consistent, energetic and inspired can be tucked away in a Kennett Square shopping center. Chef Nick Farrell doesn’t reinvent the wheel here; he just cooks everything on the constantly changing, Chez Panisse-evoking menu at the highest level, and elevates ingredients to their best possible state. So the sweetness of roasted squash is punctuated by sour cherries in a salad; apples and bacon are tossed in toasted caraway vinegar to form a slaw; and a potpourri of corn, salami, jalapeño and feta makes for a memorable pizza topping. http://www.sovanabistro.com/

Chestnut Hill’s lack of a high-end dining scene has befuddled locals for a long time. But the addition of the attractive and intimate Mica and the cooking of Chip Roman have combined to give the top of the hill a destination restaurant all its own. Roman’s successor to Blackfish shows that the young chef has continued to grow and is turning out refined plates of New American cuisine. http://micarestaurant.com/

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"Is Vedge the best vegan restaurant in America? It might be one of the best restaurants, period." - Trey Popp, Philadelphia food critic http://vedgerestaurant.com/

"The flavors are great, thoughtful, and well-prepared. It’s really settled into becoming the neighborhood anchor – casual, affordable, tasty – that I think East Falls really needs. Nice view of the river (great for cyclist breaks). Excellent little selection of Italian craft beers. And the crispy artichoke appetizer is not to be missed." - Craig LaBan, Philadelphia food critic http://www.in-riva.com/

Early fans are "blown away" by the "yummy", pork-centric Italian bar treats and "interesting beers" from "taps galore" at Marc Vetri's "sexy" North Philly gastropub; the "industrial-looking", graffiti-graced digs are "over the top", literally, as you can reserve a table atop the walk-in beer fridge, and while some find it a "little pricey", many expect it'll be a "favorite for years to come." http://www.allaspinaphilly.com/

The Kitchen Counter is an intimate 10-course tasting menu from Chef Michael Solomonov. The menu is served to four guests at one seating on Friday and Saturday nights only. The Kitchen Counter menu features the most exciting seasonal ingredients our chefs are able to gather, and the specific dishes are not known in advance.

COOK is Philadelphia’s state-of-the-art, fully equipped, sixteen-seat kitchen-classroom where guests come to enjoy chef tastings, culinary demonstrations and cooking classes in a beautiful, intimate setting. With the help of our partners, Philadelphia Magazine and Foobooz, COOK provides a platform for learning, experimentation, menu tastings and private dining events focused on celebrating the craft of cooking, drinking and gathering at the table. http://audreyclairecook.com/

Philadelphia has more murals than any other U.S. city. Explore Philadelphia’s collection of more than 3,500 murals by foot, trolley, train, bike or even your own vehicle. Trained guides will lead you around the streets of Philadelphia and share behind-the-scenes stories about the murals, the artistic process, the artists and the history of the diverse communities that serve as the backdrop for the incredible works of art. Tour proceeds support the Mural Arts Program’s community art and education initiatives. http://www.muralarts.org/

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Helium Comedy Club is a state of the art venue that brings great talent to an intimate theater. For a modest ticket price, patrons can enjoy live comedy from a national headliner performing no more than 60 ft away. The show will last about an hour and forty minutes and will include an opener, a feature, and a headliner with national TV credits. Helium is a non-smoking facility where patrons can enjoy a mix of high quality starters, mouth-watering desserts and a full service bar providing yummy libations in a relaxing atmosphere. http://www.heliumcomedy.com/index.php

At Philly Cooks - The Big Event, the area’s best restaurants come to you. Taste food from 40 of Philadelphia's best restaurants including: Alla Spina Bistrot La Minette Bufad Pizza Cheu Noodle Bar Fountain Restaurant Laurel Little Nonna's Luke's Lobster Shake Shack Vedge Will BYOB Zeppoli and more! We will also be featuring a delicious dessert lounge, pop up speakeasy and craft bartenders throughout the evening!

BIGGER. BETTER. MORE BEER! Come get a taste of the year's most entertaining beer event, featuring: ~ A fun-filled walk-around afternoon tasting in the German Society of PA's beautiful 19th-century mansion in Northern Liberties ~ A spotlight on PA's national leadership in 'Craft German' styles, featuring dozens of exceptional brewers, from both Pennsylvania and Germany ~ Traditional German Cuisine by Reading Terminal favorite Wursthaus Schmitz ~ Live Bluegrass Music with Philly's soulful Keystone Mountain Boys and the Gypsy-Jazz stylings of the Belleville Quartet ~Beer Cupcakes by Flying Monkey and Austrian Cheeses by DiBruno Bros. Participating PA brewers include Barren Hill, Free Will, Lancaster, Lion, Neshaminy Creek, Nodding Head, Round Guys, Samuel Adams, Sly Fox, Susquehanna, Victory, Yuengling and more. Featured German brewers include Kloster Andechs, Warsteiner, Sünner, Ayinger, Hofbrau, Früh, Wolters, Lammsbrau, Miltenberger, Dinkelacker, Ayinger, Pinkus, and Wurzburger and more. http://phillybierfest.com/

The annual Beer Week commencement ceremonies, with the the tapping of the official first keg by Mayor Nutter, start on Independence Mall - see the mayor raise the Hammer of Glory to tap the first keg, then beer-lovers swarm into the Independence Visitor Center for a huge tasting celebration and live music. More than 35 area brewers will be on hand to pour for a crowd of thousands. Look out for limited edition brews, including the Philly Beer Week collaboration beer. http://www.phillybeerweek.org/

The culinary adventure that always delivers, jam packed with celebrity guests, exclusive beers, amazing pairings, and much more - located at one of the best venues in the city! The Brewer's Plate is the great-grand-pappy of the beer and food pairing movement in Philadelphia—one of the first to introduce the region's blossoming throngs of foodies and beer geeks to the concept. And, like most things, we continue to get better with age. No other annual event maintains such an unwavering commitment to "buy fresh, buy local" while bringing together our region's outstanding chefs, farmers, food artisans, brewers, distillers, and winemakers for the benefit of the most discerning critics, bloggers and guests. Brewer's Plate attendees enhance their knowledge of the local food scene by sampling, attending breakout sessions, and directly interacting with vendors and sponsors.

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Show your love for the Reading Terminal Market! Join us for an evening of food, drink, dancing, and live entertainment to celebrate Philadelphia’s extraordinary public market. Net proceeds will be dedicated to the preservation of the historic Reading Terminal Market, as well as to exciting new programming in performing arts and nutrition education. http://www.readingterminalmarket.org/

Apart from the unique atmosphere, the Philadelphia Wine + Food Festival will highlight an all-new line up of upscale tastings in a festival environment. With over 600 samplings, guests will have the opportunity to taste exclusive wines from around the world, and pair these selections with modern cuisine from Philadelphia’s best restaurants. Local vendors will also be on-site, providing sampling of their latest products – from charcuterie to gourmet desserts. Silent Auction benefiting The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.

ACHIEVEability is a West Philadelphia non-profit organization dedicated to breaking the cycle of poverty for low-income, single parent, and homeless families. ACHIEVEability provides housing and supportive services so parents can pursue higher education and become self-sufficient. Please join us for a fun evening featuring many of the best chefs and restaurants in the Greater Philadelphia area, unique auction items, live music, games and entertainment. This "party with purpose" is an event you will not want to miss! Food for Thought will feature food prepared by some of the greatest chefs and restaurants in the Greater Philadelphia area. These amazing chefs and restaurants prepare and serve exquisite small plate tastings to the more than 600 guests in attendance. Without the support of these amazing culinary masters, Food for Thought would not have the impact it does on the lives of the families that we serve at ACHIEVEability.

Share Our Strength's Taste of the Nation benefits local nonprofits Greater Philadelphia Coalition Against Hunger, The Food Trust and The Pennsylvania Hunger Action Center. This year's event will bring together the area's top chefs and restaurants who donate their time, talent and passion to end childhood hunger in America. Along with a bounty of culinary delights, guests have the opportunity to sample select wines, specialty cocktails and premium beers. http://ce.strength.org/philadelphia

A fundraiser for public elementary schools, Burger Brawl was conceived by Rob and Maggie Wasserman of Rouge, 500 Degrees and The Saint James to help supply Meredith Elementary school with up-to-date technology and has since expanded its scope to fund the construction of computer labs at schools across the city. Some of the two dozen restaurants and chefs competing for the Judges’ and People’s Choice awards include Alla Spina, Barbuzzo, Butcher and Singer, Ela, Good Dog Bar, London Grill, Shake Shack, Silk City, South Philadelphia Tap Room, Percy Street Barbecue, The Corner and Kennett, among others. http://www.phillyburgerbrawl.com/

The Best of the Main Line and Western Suburbs Party is a fun event that celebrates excellence and raises funds for a worthy local cause. The primary goal of the Best of the Main Line and Western Suburbs Party is to raise money for the beneficiary. Main Line Today is proud to be working with a nonprofit organization that makes a positive difference for the people living in our community (2013 benificiary was Devereux, a leading nonprofit behavioral health organization that supports many of the most underserved and vulnerable members of our communities). The people, places, services and restaurants that have received an esteemed Best of Main Line and Western Suburbs award use this night to showcase why they are worthy of their title. Guests are excited to get out, see old friends, make new ones, dance, drink, and sample the vast array of delicious food and enjoyable products offered by our winners. Enjoy live entertainment and a few other surprises. http://www.mainlinetoday.com/

Each year Main Line Today donates a portion of the proceeds from the Wine & Food Affair to important local charities. 2013's beneficiary was the Chester County Food Bank, a nonprofit organization that collects, grows, processes, stores and distributes food to those who serve the hungry of Chester County, Pennsylvania. The Grand Tasting features wines from around the world and specialty food stations hosted by some of the most exclusive restaurants in the Philadelphia suburbs. http://www.mainlinetoday.com/

http://www.redearthfarm.org/ Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) is a weekly subscription program where subscribers purchase a share of the produce grown on a local farm. You purchase a share at the beginning of the growing season and receive your choice of fresh seasonal produce from June to November. At Red Earth Farm, we pack your weekly order and deliver it to a pick-up site convenient to your home or work. You will also have the opportunity to purchase other fresh farm products such as eggs, cheese, yogurt, and honey that we bring to you from neighboring farms. CSA provides the opportunity to experience local foods as they come into season. Each vegetable, fruit and herb that comes to your table is at its peak of flavor and nutritional value. Seasonal foods bring a natural variation to the diet and establishes a rhythm in our eating habits. Supporting a local farm makes a contribution to keeping our environment greener by reducing transportation of foods by as much as 1000 miles.

Reflective of the big-personality commander-in-chief, chef Brad Spence, Amis is equal parts p layful and pensive. The just-open-enough kitchen and front bar add a vibrancy and casualness to the moody space, which is part of its appeal. There are meatballs made from swordfish. The hand-rolled pastas, a Vetri hallmark, are superlative. And Amis has one of the city’s best charcuterie programs, with a dreamy mortadella served in tissue-thin slices with hazelnut honey, or soft and spreadable on bruschetta. http://amisphilly.com/

It’s hard to imagine how Little Fish, the now-slightly-bigger-than-postage-stamp-sized BYOB in Bella Vista, is still improving. After all, it’s been several years since it received national praise as one of America’s best seafood restaurants. And yet it might just be a better restaurant than ever. The fish is perfectly cooked, and the hype is more than justified by the creative showcasing of surf, turf and fowl, with veal sausage knocking the cobia up a notch and duck with lentils and red wine making tuna feel new again. http://littlefishbyob.com/

Knowledge of wine, cheese and beer helps us appreciate the good stuff – like the stuff you love at Tria. If you’re going to be a geek, then geek out over delicious and luxurious things. Our goal is to help you have some serious fun satiating your thirst for knowledge—and more important, your thirst. Tria offers wine, cheese and beer education in our classroom and in our cafes. http://www.triacafe.com/

Anna Maria Florio shares her Italian heritage during weekend and weeknight cooking classes that range from topics like handmade pasta and desserts to knife skills and seasonal wines. Held at her La Cucina at the Market inside the historic Reading Terminal Market, the classes combine the culinary know-how of Anna—or one of the many other talented instructors—with colorful discussions and lessons in cooking traditions. http://www.lacucinaatthemarket.com/

Farmstead and Artisan cheeses hand made by Hillacres Pride, Peach Bottom, PA. 10 biweekly deliveries of 2 cheeses from a variety including 7 varieties of cheddar, Colby, Susquehanna (our favorite), ricotta, mozzarella, Fulton's Clermont and more. Made from the milk of Registered Jersey cows pastured on lush green pastures from April through October. Winter fed on hay and silage harvested from farm during the summer. No bovine growth hormone, therapeutic antibiotics or growth hormones. Beautiful creamy golden color to these cheeses.