May 7, 2013
Little-known fact: Mother’s Day was founded by Anna Jarvis of Philadelphia and first officially observed in 1908 to honor motherhood and family life during the early days of feminism. Supported by John Wannamaker, Mother’s Day was given federal recognition in 1914. In 2013, take time to honor the woman who brought you into the world [...]
Read more»November 14, 2012
Kicking off the pre-holiday season with full glasses, Beaujolais Nouveau Day, a fruitful global indulgence, arrives this Thursday, November 15. In addition to our helpful list of suggestions on where to enjoy the French vin in Midtown Village, we’ve compiled a roundup of locations throughout the city that will also take part in celebrating the [...]
Read more»September 17, 2012
Dinner and a sky movie, anyone? Open Air begins September 20, which means that in just three days the night sky above the Benjamin Franklin Parkway will come to life with 24 powerful searchlights whose pattern is determined by crowd-sourced vocal recordings. It’s definitely not too early to begin planning your Open Air experience. And [...]
Read more»August 17, 2012
From alfresco dining to outdoor festivals, summer’s the best season to get outdoors and enjoy the longer days and always fun summer nights. There’s always something going on, but don’t forget to stop and take in the natural beauty Philadelphia has to offer. Inspired by a question from a Uwishunu reader (thanks!), we’ve decided to [...]
Read more»December 13, 2011
You’ve spent the past few weeks preparing for the holidays by wrapping presents, hanging stockings and decorating the tree, so it’s time to take a break and let some of the region’s top chefs take care of your holiday meal. From extravagant brunches to fanciful feasts, restaurants throughout the Philadelphia area will make your Christmas [...]
Read more»November 14, 2011
Can you believe Thanksgiving is a little over a week away? If the thought of crowded groceries, long hours in the kitchen and endless piles of dirty dishes makes you shudder, let the professionals at one of Philadelphia’s top restaurants handle your Thanksgiving dinner this year. From sumptuous multi-course meals to belt-loosening buffets, there are [...]
Read more»March 25, 2010
On Sunday, April 4th, Bistro St Tropez is hosting a fabulous three-course Easter brunch, set at $25 per person… and they’re giving away prizes. After brunch, each guest can select an egg from the Bistro’s Easter Basket for a chance to win one of several prizes, including dinner for two, brunch for four, a bottle [...]
Read more»March 1, 2010
This past Saturday, Bistro St Tropez launched a special prix-fixe menu in honor of the Philadelphia Flower Show. The $30 per person menu will run through Sunday, March 7th, 2010. Delicious entrees include cherry wood-smoked Atlantic salmon and herb-roasted organic French chicken breast. I’ve posted the full menu after the jump! Take a look. Bistro [...]
Read more»February 3, 2010
Still looking to book your Valentine’s Day dining plans? Bistro St Tropez is offering up two romantic dining opportunities; a four course dinner for $45 and a three course brunch for $25. The four course dinner, served on February 13th and 14th, includes highlights like lobster spring rolls, pan seared boat scallops, fire-grilled filet mignon [...]
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