February 16, 2012
This weekend is a great opportunity to check out Adventure Aquarium's nearly 200,000 square feet of space at a discounted price. (Photo by G. Widman for GPTMC)
Get out of the house and shake off those winter blues — nurse your cabin fever with Adventure Aquarium this weekend!
From Friday, February 17 through Monday, February 20, Camden’s fun-filled Adventure Aquarium will be once again be offering their extremely popular “Cabin Fever” promotion, an exclusive, discounted ticket price of just $15 for admission.
To order tickets, visit the Adventure Aquarium website and enter the promotional code “CABIN” to get the discounted price. Order tickets for the whole family, and enjoy a weekend trip while saving big.
“Cabin Fever” weekend falls just in time for guests to catch one last glimpse of Mighty Mike. The Aquarium’s 800 pound, 14-foot-long American Alligator is the largest alligator on exhibit outside of Florida, and is soon to make his way back home in the sunshine state at the end of February. A rare exhibit at the Aquarium that tops this weekend’s must-see list!
Adventure Aquarium’s Cabin Fever promotion
When: Friday, February 17-Monday, February 20
Where: 1 Aquarium Drive, Camden
Cost: Tickets $15 with promotion code “CABIN”
More info: www.adventureaquarium.com
February 10, 2012
Valanni launches “Tequila Tuesdays” this coming Tuesday, February 14 at 9 p.m. What could be better than $1 tacos, $2 Coronitas, $5 Espolon Tequila Margaritas and $5 Skinny Ritas on a weekday night? Combat the winter blues and blow off steam after work at one of Washington Square West’s favorite neighborhood bar/restaurants. Bonus: are you Valentine-less? Spend your V-Day whiling the night away with delicious cocktail and taco in hand. And don’t forget every weekday 5-7 p.m. is happy hour at Valanni, with half-price apps, $5 Premium you-call-its and $3 Lagers. [Valanni]
February 9, 2012
It’s already been a year since the modern Greek hot spot, Opa, opened in Midtown Village, and instead of smashing plates and dancing around in a big circle, owners George and Vasiliki Tsiouris are celebrating the restaurant and bar’s anniversary by giving back to the community.
Named one of the “Top Ten Best Dishes of 2011″ by Philadelphia City Paper and “Where to Eat in 2012″ by Philadelphia Magazine, Opa toasts to a special $1 lunch and dinner menu featuring skewers, craft beer and Kormo bites for dessert tomorrow, Friday, February 10.
Plus, a portion of the proceeds from Friday as well as Saturday’s (Opa is closed on Sundays) services will be directed towards the Support Center for Child Advocates, a legal and social service provided for abused and neglected children in Philadelphia.
Join in the celebration, and show your support by helping Opa raise funds and awareness for an important organization in our city.
Opa’s One Year Anniversary
Where: 1311 Sansom Street
When: February 10-11
Cost: Pay as you go
More info: www.opaphiladelphia.com
February 9, 2012
Score a free mimosa at Supper this weekend; all you have to do is roll out of bed and show up. (Photo courtesy Supper)
In honor of Valentine’s Day, Chef Mitch Prensky’s Supper on South Street is hosting the annual Pajama Party Brunch on Sunday, February 12.
Here’s the deal: brunchers that show up in their PJ’s score a free mimosa.
It’s also a perfect time to try out Supper’s brand new Shoo Fly Pie French toast, or else the classic and much-acclaimed Red velvet Waffles.
For the full brunch menu at Supper, click here.
And for more ideas for Valentine’s Day dining, check out our comprehensive guide.
Pajama Party Brunch at Supper
When: Sunday, February 12, 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m.
Where: 926 South Street
Cost: Pay as you go; free mimosas if dressed in PJ’s
More info: www.supperphilly.com
February 8, 2012
Take a trip to the sunny Amalfi Coast with Positano's popular Winter Escape menu. (Photo courtesy Positano Coast)
Back starting this week by popular demand, Positano Coast is reprising its well-received $55 five-course tasting menu for two.
Available Sunday through Thursday (with the singular exception of February 14), this scrumptious “winter escape” menu combines highlights from land and sea.
Included in this delectable deal are dishes such as salmon carpaccio with fennel and dill aioli, braised beef short ribs over rosemary potatoes, sea urchin pasta with black squid ink pasta, sea urchin, crabmeat and a dessert sampler.
A wine pairing is also available for an extra $20 per guest. Big bonus: Sundays and Mondays are BYOB!
Valet parking is available. For more information or to make reservations, call (215) 238.0499.
“Winter Escape” Five-Course Menu at Positano Coast
When: Sundays through Thursdays
Where: 212 Walnut Street, 2nd Floor
Cost: $55
More info: www.positanocoast.net
February 3, 2012
The ICA is home to provocative contemporary art.
(Photo courtesy ICA)
The Institute of Contemporary Art at the University of Pennsylvania is offering free admission all month long.
Since the 1960s, the ICA has led the way in revealing the hottest trends in contemporary art with the first-ever museum shows of Andy Warhol, Laurie Anderson, Agnes Martin, Robert Indiana and other influential artists.
Take advantage of the month-long free admission by checking out the Charline von Heyl exhibition, featuring 18 paintings and collages; Jennifer Bolande Landmarks, a site-specific installation; and Living Document / Naked Reality: Towards an Archival Cinema, which explores cinema’s complex political, formal and ideological history from the 1910s-1960s by showcasing the work of six international artists.
Free admission to the ICA is sponsored by the Amanda (C95) and Glenn (W87/WG88) Fuhrman Fund.
Institute of Contemporary Art
118 S. 36th Street
www.icaphila.org
February 2, 2012
As Center City Restaurant Week winds down, Chima Brazilian Steakhouse and its talented gauchos are keeping the excitement going. Chima is extending their Rodizio (seasoned meat) and gourmet salad bar special from February 5–9. For just $35 a person, indulge in delicious South American flavors and fresh, seasonal salad ingredients. Chima is named after the chimarrao, a traditional drink of Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, that symbolizes hospitality and friendship. The steakhouse most definitely lives up to its name. Call (215) 525-3233 for reservations. [Chima]
January 31, 2012
Philadelphia-based Mitchell & Ness Nostalgia Co. has developed a major following creating and selling authentic, vintage-inspired sports apparel for more than 100 years.
Now the classic sports brand presents its 17th Annual Winter Sale at the Philadelphia flagship store in Center City.
For four days only, February 1-4, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., all men’s and women’s branded and vintage inspired team apparel and headwear will be 50% off.
Stock up on limited-edition outerwear, T-shirts, hooded sweatshirts, hats and jerseys before they’re gone (and they will go fast).
And with the Sixers’ and Flyers’ seasons in full gear and the Phillies home opener around the corner, it’s a perfect time to pick up hometown gear.
Mitchell & Ness 17th Annual Winter Sale
Where: 1201 Chestnut Street
When: February 1-4, 9 a.m.-7 p.m.
Cost: Pay as you go
More info: www.mitchellandness.com
January 26, 2012
Take advantage of the massive winter sale to stock up on on-trend clothes, accessories and more.
(Photo courtesy Arcadia)
Arcadia’s first annual Winter Attic Sale & Spring Pre-Sale is set for this Friday, January 27-Sunday, January 29 upstairs in the shop’s Rittenhouse Square location.
Arcadia’s annual Summer Warehouse sale in Northern Liberties (its other site) has always been such a hit they decided to run a Fall/Winter version and bring the fun to the Rittenhouse crowd.
The sale will include 50-75% off all Fall and Winter 2011 styles, plus a clearance section of clothing and accessories that starts at $20.
And, for anyone already dreaming of Spring (like us) nab 15% off all new spring styles in both store locations. There will be plenty of great sale items for the guys as well.
Can’t make it in person? Use code SPRAYTAN to receive 15% off site-wide this weekend only.
Arcadia Boutique’s Winter Attic Sale & Spring Pre-Sale
Where: 265 S. 20th Street and 819 N. 2nd Street
When: Friday, January 27-Sunday, January 29
Cost: Pay as you go
More info: www.arcadiaboutique.com
January 24, 2012
Taking a cue from the success of Restaurant Week, Tashan is offering its own dining special the same dates. (Photo courtesy Tashan)
Despite the resounding chorus of critical acclaim for Tashan, it’s location at 777 S. Broad (south of South Street) puts it outside of the Center City District and thus out in the cold for Restaurant Week, running now through January 27 and January 29-February 3.
Taking a cue from the success of Restaurant Week, Tashan is offering its own dining special the same dates.
All patrons will pay just $35 on the first $50 per person of every guest check… including food and liquor. That means you can order anything off the menu and enjoy a discount, without being limited to a prix fixe selection.
Be sure to mention this offer when you make reservations or tell your server when you’re seated.
Tashan
777 S. Broad
www.mytashan.com
