December 17, 2012
The Feast of the Seven Fishes is a strong Italian tradition stemming from the Catholic faith, an event that counts down to the arrival of Jesus at midnight on Christmas Day. Traditionally, the feast happens on Christmas Eve, but now has spread to the days leading up to the night before Christmas as well. Many [...]
Read more»August 23, 2012
With Labor Day fast approaching, we can think of nothing better to close out the summer than a seafood feast. On Tuesday, August 28, Varga Bar is hosting it third annual crab bake featuring an array of seasonal ocean-centric specialities. Oh, and watermelon margaritas. Throughout the all day event, Chef Evan Turney will be serving [...]
Read more»August 10, 2012
On Saturday, August 25, Jose Garces combines backyard feasts and American summertime traditions for another popular beer and dinner pairing featuring JG Domestic and Bell’s Brewery, providing tastes of their award-winning beers from Michigan. The festive seasonal spread (PDF) boasts a family-style fish fry with sides of assorted pickles, salad greens, beef pastry and blueberry [...]
Read more»July 30, 2012
The American Swedish Historical Museum welcomes another taste of summertime Nordic traditions with their annual Summer Crayfish Party taking place Friday, August 17. Originating in Sweden, the century old practice came about when government law prohibited the catching of crayfish, except for a period of time in August, due to overharvesting of the delicacy. While [...]
Read more»July 24, 2012
Johnny Brenda’s is bringing the beach to you this weekend with their Kenzinger Clambake on Saturday, July 28 from 4-10 p.m. Enjoy a special seafood menu featuring a clambake of Middleneck clams, mussels, sweet corn and andouille sausage, a Buck O’ Shuck raw bar, fried clam strips and crab cakes. Don’t forget to save room [...]
Read more»July 11, 2012
Get down and dirty Wednesday nights at Stephen Starr’s Route 6 with Maryland Steamed Crabs Night. Beginning tonight, July 11, Route 6 will offer Maryland Steamed Crabs sold individually (pay as you go) at market price (minimum of three), complete with bibs and mallets. Enjoy these succulent crustaceans alongside other delicious dishes like chicken fried [...]
Read more»May 22, 2012
National Escargot Day, another one of those wacky yet delicious holidays, is this Thursday, May 24. From apps to four course dinners, we’ve rounded up a few spots to indulge in the French gastronomic delicacy right here in Philadelphia. Note that a few are celebrating a day early, May 23. Check it out: • Amis: [...]
Read more»May 18, 2012
Stephen Starr’s Route 6 on North Broad is cashing in on the Cape-like weather this weekend by debuting fresh seafood-focused brunch this Sunday, May 20. In just a few short months since it opened its doors, Route 6 has built a solid rep for showcasing seasonal, “sea-to-table” cuisine in a spacious spot that instantly transports [...]
Read more»April 30, 2012
It’s summertime a little early at Stephen Starr’s Route 6 with brand new fresh seafood specials. There’s a new happy hour in the bar, lounge and patio that launched last week; it runs Mondays-Friday, 4:30-6:30 p.m. Pick up $1 oysters, $2 housemade chips, $4 bluefish dip and crab deviled eggs, $8 fried oyster sliders and [...]
Read more»April 27, 2012
This Monday, April 30 through Sunday, May 6 the famous Snockey’s Original Oyster & Crab House will be offering some delectable specials and hosting a variety of great events in celebration of its 100th anniversary. For the entire week, Snockey’s, perhaps best known for its raw bar, will be offering its popular Clammy Hour, a [...]
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