Fall 2015 Dining Guide by 34th Street Magazine

September 30, 2015 34st.com

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fall 2015 dining guide 4 Bing Bing Dim Sum

18 Franklin Mortgage

6 Brick and Mortar

19 Delis

7 Scratch Biscuits

20 Vetri & Vetri Foundation

8 Sip–N–Glo

22 Zahav

9 Whetstone Tavern 10 Bud and Marilyn's 12 Tria Fitler Square

old faithfuls

new openings

3 Pizzeria Vetri

23 Honey's Sit 'n' Eat 24 Parc 26 Green Eggs Café 27 Talula's Garden

13 Bar Bombón 14 Big Gay Ice Cream 15 DanDan

other 28 Bartenders

30 Campus Eats

29 Best Of

31 West Philly

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FOOD BABYFROMTHEEDITOR It’s 9pm on a Thursday, and I’m definition hangry. In preparation for my first Dim Sum Garden experience I ate lunch light and early, perhaps overcommitting to the cause. I keep reminding myself to relax my scowl and to stop speaking in fear of ruining friendships. Upon being served, the gentle touch of scallion pancake, warm embrace of dumpling and soft pillow of Shanghai fried rice cake instantly healed my hanger. I had about five minutes in heaven before descending down into a deep food coma—five glorious minutes. Food should make you feel things. It will make a gloomy day brighter, give celebrations something to revolve around and bring people together. I cook to relax, giving me a much–needed break from hectic life at Penn. No matter how you consume it, food is so much more than just sustenance. In the Fall 2015 Dining Guide, we highlighted two aspects of the ever– expanding Philly dining scene: The newly opened spots that keep our city fresh and exciting, and the go–to places that upperclassmen should know about, but freshmen need to try. We balanced near with far, affordable with take–your–parents. Lastly, we added a “too long; didn’t read” (TL;DR) note for every review to make it easy for you to find exactly what you’re craving. Use this little booklet to inspire you. Whether you think an old friend you’ve been meaning to get in touch with would love Tria or you want to recreate a dish from Vetri, I hope this guide brings you more than just a quick scan for photos while bored in class. Although honestly did you see that slice of cake on the cover? We can’t really blame you.

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34TH STREET MAGAZINE Dina Zaret, Dining Guide Editor Alexandra Sternlicht, Editor–in–Chief Marley Coyne, Managing Editor Ariela Osuna, Digital Director Ling Zhou, Design Director Byrne Fahey, Design Director Corey Fader, Photo Director Galit Krifcher, Design Editor Holly Li, Design Editor Jeffrey Yang, Design Editor

COVER PHOTO: Amanda Suarez From Bud & Marilyn's

Contributors:

Allie Cohen, Amanda Reid, Brandon Slotkin, Caroline Marques, Carolyn Grace, Dan Maher, Elena Modesti, Emily Johns, Hallie Brookman, Johanna Matt, Julie Chu Cheong, Julie Levitan, Randi Kramer, Rebecca Heilweil, Spencer Winson, Steph Barron, Syra Ortiz–Blanes

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Mica Tenenbaum, Remi Lederman, Sofie Parestgaard Contacting 34th Street Magazine: If you have questions, comments, complaints or letters to the editor, email Alexandra Sternlicht, Editor–in–Chief, at sternlicht@34st.com. You can also call us at (215) 898-6585. To place an ad, call (215) 898-6581. www.34st.com "We're 34th Street from Penn and we're in the middle of the Dining Guide right now, and we could easily write a terrible review of you right now. But we won't." ©2015 34th Street Magazine, The Daily Pennsylvanian, Inc. No part may be reproduced in whole or in part without the express, written consent of the editors (but I bet we will give you the a-okay.) All rights reserved. 34th Street Magazine is published by The Daily Pennsylvanian, Inc., 4015 Walnut St., Philadelphia, Pa., 19104, every Thursday. 2

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PIZZERIA VETRI

1615 Chancellor Street @pizzeriavetri

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PIZZERIA VETRI IN RITTENHOUSE by Rebecca Heilweil | Photo by Brigitte Baella The gods have answered our prayers: We no longer need to venture to Callowhill to indulge in the famed Pizzeria Vetri. The newly opened Rittenhouse location caters to a younger crowd with a welcoming and modern open floor–plan with trendy vibes. The only caveats are the mildly tacky stock–photo– esque pictures and windows that open onto a relatively ugly parking lot. But if you're into industrialism, you might just spin the view as fringe. The playlist is slow enough so you can hear your friends gossip, but fratty enough to

seem distracted if a date ends up sucking. There's also free wifi, but honestly your hands will be too busy stuffing your face to dare touching your phone. If you manage to wait long enough before eating to get an Insta in, you have better self–control than a celiac at this restaurant. Order the Nutella Pizza first ($12)—you won't regret it. The chocolate and marshmallows will wake up your sweet tooth for sure, but they work well with the comparatively savory crepe base. For a more unconventional Italian dish, ask for

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a Rotolo ($4.5) to try a pizza dough, mortadella, ricotta and pistachio pesto combo. While it sounds lame to get a salad at a place like this, the refreshing taste will help you ease your way into the inevitable second round of pizza. Try the Arugula Salad ($8) for mouth watering pesto, cheese, coal roasted potatoes with olives to top it off with a kick. Just because Pope Francis is gone doesn’t mean you can’t keep the celebration going with the Il Papa Pizza ($18). Topped with black mission fig, lardo, pecorino romano, mozzarella,

parmigiano, basil and oregano, this pizza is truly #blessed. But also maybe sinful? Try it out and report back. Make sure you take a good look at their specials so you don’t miss out on decadent mélanges like brown–butter roasted pears, thyme and gorgonzola or the fall themed butternut squash, smoked pancetta and ricotta. And since we know you were wondering, yes, Pizzeria Vetri does have the full package. We promise you’ll finish the meal with no crust left behind.

a contemporary meal in Rittenhouse that isn't incredibly pricey, Pizzeria Vetri is your place. The atmosphere is chill, and the food won’t let you down. DON'T MISS: The Arugula Salad, and whatever their special is. SKIP: The Margherita Pizza ($14). You've had it before. But that's not all bad news— running to Fresh Grocer and investing in some fresh basil, quality mozzarella, tomatoes and pre–made pizza dough is pretty easy and will save you money. BONUS POINTS: The waiters are all really attractive, young and cool. Go to make friends with them.

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DON'T GET BURNED BY THE SAME SOUP DUMPLING TWICE

Make Dim Sum, not war

By Elena Modesti| Photo by Brinda Ramesh

When I heard there was another dim sum place in the Philadelphia area, I laughed. As if anything could compete with Penn students’ long– lost–lover Dim Sum Garden. I felt like I was cheating on my boyfriend as I entered the hipster, Asian dim sum restaurant, known as Bing Bing Dim Sum. The waiters wore tight V–necks, thick–rimmed glasses and skinny jeans. All they had to do was turn on a Bon Iver song, and the place could have easily been mistaken for a specialty coffee shop in SoHo. Needless to say, I was skeptical of this restaurant’s overall vibe and menu. The food baby I had at the end of this culinary adventure showed that this skepticism didn't last long. Let us begin with the soup dumpling. There are few things more beautiful than a bamboo soup dumpling platter with four hot and steamy onion–domed– shaped beauties waiting to burn the hell out of you. Seasoned soup dumpling eaters know that eating a soup dumpling is an art. These puppies make you work for them. But I promise it was so worth it. Bing Bing serves vegetarian as well as meat filled soup dumplings, something that Dim Sum Garden does not do (gasp, a flaw). Bing Bing’s soup dumplings were easily comparable to that of DSG. The meat was moist (yes, moist) 4

and the soup was perfectly flavored and salted—and this coming from a salt–lover critical enough to salt peanut butter. Next on the agenda was the Pork Dumpling ($7). Caution: When ordering this dish, clear the table. Each individual dumpling is as big as a human hand with a fluffy, doughy top and a crisp, fried bottom. You can’t pick it up with chopsticks so don’t even try. This isn't a no–contact sport. It’s filled with flavorful pork and veggies that melt in your mouth along with the soft dough that envelops it. I love food items that taste like they have cheese but don’t actually have cheese. Sounds weird, but you’ll understand. This is one of those food items: a rare specimen. Truthfully, I'd never tasted something so good in my life…. …Until the Udon Noodles ($14) were served. Honestly, you can’t justify calling this dish a noodle dish. The noodles are so thick and heavy that the waiter brought over metal tongs, for fear that one’s chopsticks will break under the carb load (literally). The noodles were coated in a sesame sauce with tofu, mushrooms and other Asian veggies. My suggestion? Twirl the noodles around your chopstick like spaghetti and stuff your face. We can compare spiritual experiences post–udon noodle.

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The last dish I would highly recommend is the Turnip Cake ($8). This is the part where you say, “Hell no, I’m not ordering this,” and I say, “Um, yes you are because it’s sex in a food.” What this “cake” most closely resembles is a gourmet McDonald’s home–fry. It has a thick crunchy outer layer and a gooey, flavorful inner layer. But it’s made of turnips, so you’re pretty much burning calories. It’s topped with a sunny–side up egg and a caramelized Asian–y sauce. Honestly, it’s hard to imagine that I will ever find a man I love as much as this dish. The waiter obviously recognized my bizarre obsession with food, since his only comment was, “Wow. You did a good job.” In other words, “I’ve never seen a girl eat this much in my life; maybe you should pump the breaks.” My challenge to you is to top my level of consumption and try Bing Bing for yourself. I will gladly volunteer to accompany you.

BING BING DIM SUM

1648 E Passyunk Ave @bingbingdimsum

TL;DR: Soup dumplings are the eighth wonder of the world, and it’s extremely important to recognize this at a young age. If you need a break from fuckboys, head to Bing Bing and find true love. Is it legal to marry a dumpling? DON'T MISS: The Maine Root Ginger Beer ($4). The waiter took my bottle before I was done with my last sip, and I almost flipped a table. SKIP: The Bang Bang Chicken ($16). At first I thought it was pork. Then fish. Then tofu. Never chicken. WHEN TO GO: Happy Hour starts at 5pm. But you might as well just make a day out of it and arrive at opening time. $$$$$

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BRICK AND MORTAR: PREMIER LEAGUE EDITION

BRICK AND MORTAR 315 N 12 Street @bamphilly

TL;DR: To switch up your weekend breakfast experiences hit up Brick and Mortar’s early morning soccer viewings or just go for the big–ass, hefty meals. DON'T MISS: An excuse to drink at 10am (not that you needed one) or the full English breakfast.

SKIP: Being a wimp and getting greek yogurt and granola (Ed. note: Over eggs and toast? As if.)

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By Brandon Slotkin| Photo by Brandon Slotkin I went to Brick and Mortar, a restaurant and bar on 12th and Vine streets, specifically for their early morning Premier League breakfast. I don’t really watch soccer, but I’m trying to get into it, so I texted my

buddy and Manchester City– fan Isaac for advice. “Rule number one,” he said “Don’t cheer for Chelsea.” That’s doable. But the morning was off to an awkward start when, even though I got there

a couple of minutes after the posted 7:45am opening time, and the door was locked. When I came back half an hour later, I was greeted with excellent service by the bartender, Josiah. I asked him

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if I could snap some pictures of the modern, open space, and when I returned to my seat, Josiah eloquently explained the breakfast and drink specials. The guy is either the nicest bartender I’ve ever met or was convinced that I was a serious food critic. The breakfast menu comprised an English breakfast platter, three sandwiches and oysters. On Josiah’s recommendation, I went with the West Coast oysters with mignonette sauce over the East. They were small and crisp, very fresh with that prominent salty brine taste I love in oysters. The mignonette sauce was odd. It was sweet and vinegary, but not in a way that made it tangy. This was good since it didn’t overpower the oyster taste. At $3 each though, these were pricier than the buck–a–shuck oysters I’m used to. I ordered the Full English Breakfast ($13) because I’ve never had a dish like that before. This meal’s total was greater than the sum of its parts. The sunny–side up eggs were too soft for me, but the crisp, salty toast underneath it provided some of the crunch I typically prefer. The black pud-

ding—which is sausage fried until it’s black, and not (as I thought) pudding—was thick and savory, almost overwhelming on its own. But when I added some sweet, creamy butter beans or a piece of grilled heirloom tomato on my fork and washed the whole thing down with a Carlsberg ($4), I was much more satisfied. The $13 plate is a lot of of food, so you’re definitely getting your bang for your buck. It’s tough to comment on the atmosphere because the place is so new, and its EPL breakfast is even newer. There just weren’t a lot of people there. But I imagine, and the bartenders confirmed, that it gets much busier during normal business hours. I sampled one of the house drinks, the Paloma ($8), made of tequila, lime and grapefruit juices and syrup. The thing knocked me on my ass. It was dangerously, imperceptibly strong, with just enough of the bite you would expect from a tequila drink, but soft enough that my notorious tequila sensitivity could handle it. With drinks like that, Brick and Mortar will be around for a while.

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SCRATCH BISCUITS DOESN'T LIVE UP TO THE HYPE An evaluation more scathing than your Penn Course Review. By Steph Barron | Photos by Alex Fisher I’m not really sure what purpose Scratch Biscuits could possibly serve to Penn students. It is expensive, unhealthy, closes early and located all the way at 13th and Chestnut streets. But, if you're feeling adventurous and perhaps determined to prove me wrong, you will find a little restaurant that seems to be suffering an identity crisis: It claims to have food “to go,” yet the sandwich, the Pigscuit ($8.5), was impossible to eat without a fork. The Jelly Belly ($5) was more on–the–go friendly, but—though the apple butter was delicious—I found it to be an odd choice of snack. The ambiance of the place is difficult to describe, but it’s certainly an ambiance. You receive your food on a red plastic tray, which gives a sort of school cafeteria feel. The music is loud and the walls are decorated like a 1950s diner. There’s not a lot of seating. In short, if you do somehow find yourself all the way at 13th and Chestnut streets, I suggest going to one of the many other popular restaurants that surround it instead.

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SIP–N–GLO: MAKING CARROTS SEXY, ONE JUICE AT A TIME

Orange you glad we didn't say Jamba Juice? By Spencer Winson| Photo by Katie Dumke Located right off of Rittenhouse Square, nobody would guess Sip–N–Glo not only presses juices, but also harvests their own honey. “We’re harvesting the first batch tomorrow!” Kristin Lubsen exclaims. Created by Kristin Lubsen in 2013, Sip–N–Glo opens their second location (their first is on South and S. Dehli streets) armed with an arsenal of new products and concoctions. “It’s so simple,” Kristin explains of their tactile nature. “Just produce pressed intojuice.” After a year in France, she turned her love of painting into an art she can experience with the customer. Her bubbly passion for juice appears all over the store. From the stylized fruit icons filling the ceiling

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to her promise to a child that she would “work on making rainbow juice,” at their request, you can see the care Kristin has put into this juicery. While rainbow juice may not be in the docket yet, her roster is impressive. Start with the One Love ($7.95), a green juice with a tropical twist bringing the breeze of Costa Rica to you. Refreshing and light, it meets its pair in the HoneyLove ($7.95), a smoothie that combines cinnamon, spinach, yogurt and honey into a creamy delight. The other smoothies fail to make as much of a splash, but that may change soon. With the arrival of autumn, a store favorite returns: The Great Pumpkin ($8.95). The fresh pumpkin puree blended with

an impressive selection of spices creates a decadent pumpkin drink that won’t ruin your diet. And they’re not just saying this; a nutritionist looks over each concoction created by Kristin and Casey Buffaloe, the menu specialist. This consciousness of healthful qualities coming from the new nutrients found in cold press, and of course taste, are sure–fire ingredients for a winning recipe. “This one is to make carrots sexy again,” Kristin says as she hands us the standout new Radiant Glo ($8.95) cold press. The bright carrot with hints of turmeric and earthy tea make it seem like Kristin may have accomplished just that.

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TL;DR: illed with nutrients and surprising flavor ip N Glo mak creative juices worth the walk over the Schuylkill (even hungover). DON'T MISS: Radiant Glo ($8.95) juice and HoneyLove ($7.95) smoothie prove why this was voted Best of Philly two years in a row. The local wheatgrass shot ($3) has a sweet hint that really makes it a winner. SKIP: Better Together ($7.95) and All Day Energizer ($7.95) feel generic, while still tasty. $$$$$

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Head across town for a meal to remember. By Hallie Brookman | Photos by Carson Kahoe "Whet Your Appetite." Written on the wall in the main dining area, I was already impressed by the clever wordplay when I walked into Whetstone Tavern. Whetstone just opened this past summer, and as I took my seat, the restaurant was already packed. Located in Queen Village, Whetstone’s cozy, rustic tavern is a great neighborhood restaurant to try when you’re looking to get off campus. Whetstone’s menu gives customers a variety of options with its seasonal dinner menu. Appetizers range from chicken wings to soups and salads, including their very own Whetstone Salad ($8). It was refreshing and light, but make sure you get it with vinaigrette over their blue cheese dressing, so that you’re not full before you get to your main course. While they have American Classics, don’t miss their Whetstone Classics. From the Passyunk Pork with sharp provolone polenta and broccoli rabe ($24) to Stuffed Zucchinis

with herbed parmesan breadcrumbs ($19)—comfort food at its finest. To make it even better, they have gluten–free and vegan options. You don’t even have to defensively and cautiously ask—they're noted on the menu. In addition to the great service and food, check out their bar and charcuterie and cheese menu. You can go with the fun Shine Me Up cocktail ($9) or stick to a traditional glass of chardonnay ($12). They also have a wide selection of ales, lagers and ciders to go with your housemade Riesling Salami or Quadrello di Bufala all the way from Italy (charcuterie plates range from $14 to $26). Whetstone Tavern used to only be open for dinner, but luckily they’ve started serving brunch every day. As much as I know I’m supposed to be drawn to the Duck Confit Hash with duck fat fried fingerling potatoes ($14), the Banana Bread French Toast ($9) sounds too good to pass up. They also have “brunchy

drinks” like the Brandy Punch if you’re tryna make it boozy. So, if you’re looking to change it up, you should probably brunch there this weekend too.

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DON'T MISS: The Passyunk Pork, a Whetstone Classic. It fills you up but you ll still have room for dessert. SKIP: The Mussels. While they can make a great main course, eating mussels out of a shell takes concentration that can take away from the rest of your dining experience. WHEN TO GO: 6pm on a Sunday night—a good way to break up your studying with with a great meal. $$$$$

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BUD & MARILYN'S: IT'S LIKE GRANDMA & GRANDPA IN THE GAYBORHOOD od bless

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By Julie Levitan| Photos by Amanda Suarez There are five gold–plated bald eagles and one rainbow peacock painting hanging on the walls of Bud & Marilyn’s. The decorations tell you pretty much everything you need to know about the Gayborhood’s newest restaurant, another brain–child of owners Marcie Blaine Turney and Valerie Safran (Barbuzzo, Lolita). Inspired by Chef Turney’s grandparents, the real–life Bud and Marilyn have their own restaurant in her hometown of Ripon, Wisconsin. An abundance of plumage, dark wooden booths, jewel

tone decorations and a retro TV transport the restaurant’s trendy east coast patrons to an older—and distinctly Midwestern–setting. But as soon as you start to feel the urge to take your pants off, the subtle hints of rainbow feathers and man–bunned staff remind you that you’re not in Wisconsin anymore. While Bud & Marilyn’s may have the vibe set in the front of the house, after only a month of business, the kitchen still has some kinks. The menu is a little overwhelming at first. Even after

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sipping on our funky, boozy cocktails served in some classic '70s barware, my two friends and I still felt a little lost. Though the restaurant claims to be inspired by Midwest America, the starters alone range from strictly American cheese and crackers ($14) to a Chinese–American pu pu platter ($26) and a Vietnamese chicken liver pate ($10). We kicked off our meal with the $14 lobster hot buttered buns. The toasted bread was everything that you’d expect, but the cold lobster salad on top was under–seasoned, over–priced and a waste of a perfectly good bun. Luckily, next to land on our table was a fried, cheesy basket of hope. The Crispy Cheese Curds ($8) are perfect little battered balls of cheddar that will make you wish for the first—and probably last—time that you were from Wisconsin. After some weird–but–delicious Warm Skillet Bread ($7), we were ready to dive into the Marilyn’s Fried Chicken ($18) and the Fontina & Chard Stuffed Meatloaf ($22).

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Our own man–bunned waiter described both dishes as “what [Bud & Marilyn’s] is really all about.” We hope not, because the namesake chicken left a lot to be desired. Apart from being over–salted, the only spices or herbs were a few sprigs of oregano used for garnish. One look at the meatloaf though, and it was hard to stay mad. Glazed carrots and peas sit shining on top of a generous hunk of ground meat oozing with fontina cheese and bits of Swiss chard. A perfect white mound of mashed potatoes and mushroom gravy round out this picture of home–style comfort food. And, thank God, it tastes as good as it looks. The mash is fluffy, the meat is juicy and there’s a surprise sauce under the carrots that offers a welcome tangy kick. We thought we were done, but then our waiter said there was Funfetti Cake ($8). We ordered the Funfetti Cake. The cake itself was a little dry, but the decadent buttercream frosting came coated in rainbow sprinkles and topped with a fortune cookie, so, really, we

couldn’t complain. In the end, Bud & Marilyn’s was a lot like the cake. The food itself wasn't perfect, but the misses were only unfortunate, not inedible. Ultimately, Bud & Marilyn's is well conceived and well executed. And, like funfetti cake on a fine dining menu, it's just plain fun.

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TL;DR Looking past a few kinks, the good vibes and star dishes give us high hopes for the future. DON'T MISS: FRIED. CHEESE. CURDS. SKIP: The hot butter buns. They might sound like the most appealing thing on the menu, but they're not. WHEN TO GO: 5pm—7pm for happy hour drinks and a basket of curds. Or with your own grandparents when they come to visit (and pay for dinner).

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TRIA’S NEWEST LOCATION HAS IT ALL Come because it’s trendy. Stay because it’s actually good. By Emily Johns | Photo by Katie Dumke I’m a big fan of small restaurants. Their intimacy and round–the–clock crowd creates an illusion of exclusivity. You feel like you’ve stumbled on something hidden and special in the restaurant industry. In a country that glorifies The Cheesecake Factory, you can’t beat that feeling. Tria ranks high atop Philly’s list of popular and à la mode dining experiences—like Parc and Barbuzzo. These restaurants reflect Philadelphia at

its finest: amazing food at affordable prices, at least compared to their counterparts in New York. The Fitler Square location swaps the sandwiches or flatbreads featured at the other three locations around Center City for real entrees. Tria doesn’t take reservations, so just show up and relax till a table opens up, and you’re good to go. Prepare yourself for an upscale dining experience that doesn’t require breaking out the ties and

heels… or the bank, which is our favorite kind. We would have ordered the entire menu if we could but, forced to make a decision, we opted for ordering two things from each category and came up with the perfect four course meal for anyone dining at Tria. First, embrace the wine and cheese bar vibes and treat yourself to a glass or two. They’ve placed the cheese pairings into categories like stoic, stinky or approachable, but

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if you’re still undecided just ask the waiter and grab–bag it. One of our pairings came with a chocolate fig spread so incredible it'll forever ruin plain cheese for us. Don’t hesitate to come here solely for a wine and cheese experience; you’ll still walk away satisfied and happy. When picking from the “snack” list, you have to order the absurdly amazing Truffled Egg Toast with fontina fontal ($6.5) (but really, did you expect anything else from bread covered in cheese, an egg yolk and truffle oil?). Don’t hesitate to order double–truffle: Have the Truffled Mushroom with Fontina Bruschetta next ($5) even if you don’t like mushrooms (I hate them, and it was arguably my favorite dish). For the salad course be sure to try the crazy–fresh Heirloom Tomatoes with Maplebrook Farm burrata cheese, olives, croutons and zucchini verde ($13) or the ever–comforting Roasted Beets and Goat Cheese arugula option ($9). The Campanelle Pasta with spinach–pistachio pesto, roasted cherry tomatoes and Capra Sarda goat cheese ($15) main course was easily the best pesto pasta I’ve had in my life. Or, as long as the starters haven’t filled your mushroom quota, choose the Black Pepper Tagliatelle with Kennett Square mushrooms ($14) and enjoy

the ride to heaven. If you somehow still have room, the desserts won’t let you down. For chocolate people, the Flourless Torta with espresso custard and blackberries ($7) is the way to go. However, even Milton S. Hershey would find love in the Semolina Cake with white chocolate mousse ($6.5) or the Meyer Lemon Cheesecake with whipped honey crèma ($6.5). While Tria certainly lived up to its trendy reputation, some of the dishes were overdressed and underwhelming, while others kind of boring. That said, nothing on a menu will be for everyone, but anyone can come to Tria Fitler Square and leave with a massive food baby, comfortable wine buzz and happy tastebuds.

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BAR BOMBÓN: PUTTING THE ACCENT IN RITTENHÓUSE @Vegans: Alert, alert! | Photos and article by Johanna Matt If Rittenhouse wasn’t quite bougie enough for you before, worry not— Bar Bombón, your friendly neighborhood Latin–themed vegan restaurant, is now open. This latest addition to Philly’s growing list of plant–based restaurants was developed by Nicole Marquis, who also owns HipCityVeg and Charlie Was A Sinner. Meant to imitate the ritzier dining experience of other Rittenhouse eateries, this snug space is strumming with Latin music and full of ambitiously priced entrees—$14 for two tacos? Let’s be real, the last time I paid that much for that little is when I signed up for the freshman year dining plan. Walking in, it’s clear the restaurant accommodations are quite tight, but the floor–to–ceiling folding windows leading to a sidewalk patio do a lot to open the space up. The menu has a range of items, ranging from arepas to yucca to every vegan taco imaginable. For an appetizer, my friend and I shared a plate of Rellenos ($10),

plantains topped with faux beef, réal peppers and onions. The slight sweetness of the plantain complemented the savory taste of the pepper–onion combo, but overall was noticeably on the smaller side. For a main dish, I had the Enchiladas de Pollo ($14.5), which, as our waitress clarified, resembled chimichangas since they were fried. It was enjoyable as any fried item is wont to be, but a little too uniform a flavor, and the Salsa Roja ended up dominating the other elements of the dish. My friend had the Cubano Club ($12.5) sandwich, essentially a veganized club sandwich with faux chicken, smoked tempeh and a to–die–for garlic aioli. Our waitress deemed it a restaurant favorite, and we can personally attest to it being one of the gems on the menu. We finished with a (sadly) underwhelming Chocolate Chili Lava Cake ($7.5). Although it did not live up to either the chili and lava portions of the

name (I suspect they forgot to warm the cake), it was nevertheless perfectly chocolatey and spongy. Bar Bombón shows definite promise. However, with some dishes still in the process of being adjusted and many modestly sized dishes being quite high–priced, it may be wise to hold off on your visit for the time being. Regardless, Bar Bombón adds an interesting and welcome dimension to the ever–growing Philly vegan scene, and some unwarmed lava cake is a small price to pay for what looks to be a long–term successful eatery.

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TL;DR: Even if you're not a vegan, you'll have fun at this new Mexican eatery. DON’T MISS: Cubano Club; anything ever involving plantains. SKIP: Saving room for dessert. WHEN TO GO: A month from now when the restaurant will (probably) have its life together; when you want a classier version of the Copa culinary experience; when your parents come to visit so they can a) bankroll your meal and b) think you’re in–the– know about up–and–coming restaurants. WHERE TO SIT: Outside, because it’s important to SABS even if you’re twenty blocks from campus.

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BIG GAY ICE CREAM IS BIG FUN The ice cream showdown Picture this: A staff member walks in from the kitchen wearing a green unicorn horn and swaying to Jason Derulo’s “Wiggle.” At one corner of the shop, a Warhol–style portrait of Sophia Petrillo looks down on you (as she should), and at the other corner is a fabulous– looking Betty White. The walls are also adorned with an emergency choking procedure sign featuring a unicorn doing the Heimlich Maneuver on Bea Arthur. As a self–appointed honorary Golden Girl, I was reborn. Currently, they only offer

By Amanda Reid | Photo by Brigitte Baella three flavors of soft serve (vanilla, chocolate and flavor of the week), but the limitless topping choices provide endless variety. I was able to sample four iconic BGIC cones. Let the ice cream showdown begin.

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eled after key lime pie, Mermaid includes whipped cream and vanilla ice cream, offset by pie crust and key lime curd respectively. The sour point here is its sweet cream topping, which can overwhelm the balance of the other flavors. In every good partnership, the top has to be fairly light so as not to overpower the bottom.

3. Mermaid ($6.20) Mermaid is no basic bitch. This ice cream has multiple layers, making it arguably more complex than your Math–114 homework. Mod-

2. Salty Pimp ($5.90) Remember those Mickey Mouse ice creams with the chocolate coating outside and soft vanilla inside? Remember how it would melt and create

a mess, but you kept coming back to it anyway because you loved the way it hurt? This is the deluxe version of that. The caramel hits you as you bite into pockets of it hidden on the surface of the equally divine chocolate coat. The sweet to salty ratio is perfect, the cream is fresh and life is great. 1. Bea Arthur ($5.28) Like the reigning queen it aims to emulate, this ice cream gets top spot in my heart. Bea Arthur begins with extra–soft vanilla ice cream and is coated with a drizzle of vanilla wafers with mixed–in dulce de leche (caramelized milk). Big Gay’s fresh take on the archetypal flavor combo makes this the winning cone. The final product seems so simple—despite its elaborate description. Try this cone and prove me wrong. You won’t though, because it’s amazing.

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DANDAN BY DAN Looking to spice things up? Consider something sweeter instead. By Dan Maher | Photo by Corey Fader Walking into DanDan around dinnertime, I was impressed by the decor but struck by how tight the space was. With only 55 seats in the restaurant, getting a table after 6pm is a challenge. What DanDan sacrifices in capacity it makes up for in atmosphere. The restaurant features enormous lanterns the dangle from the high ceilings above the bar next to the small balcony area where most tables are situated. For DanDan, there’s no escaping the comparisons to Han Dynasty. This new Sichuan–Taiwanese restaurant in Rittenhouse Square is owned and operated by the former managers of Han’s University City location and takes its name from that restaurant’s signature dish. Fortunately, fans of Han will find a lot to like about DanDan, whether it’s their familiar take on an old favorite or the discovery of something exciting in a stylish new setting. As far as the all– important Dan Dan Noodles ($7.95) go, I can only say that you won’t be disappointed. You can tailor the spiciness to your taste on a zero to nine scale, making it easy to to find satisfaction. To start your meal off right, go with the Pork Belly Bun ($9.95). The juicy pork has a salty and sour quality to it that goes well with the doughy exterior of the bun. I was pleasantly surprised that the Golden–style Mushrooms ($14.95), which didn’t sound tempting, actually ended up being the most memorable

of DanDan’s entrees. Fried in duck yolk, the mushrooms’ underlying silky texture deliciously complements the crisp golden coating. They can’t help but entice someone like myself, who normally might think twice about going in for a whole plate of mushrooms. Likewise, I wasn’t sure what to expect from DanDan’s Twice Cooked Fish ($17.95). It ended up being melt– in–your–mouth tasty and had me forgetting about the bland Scallion Chicken dish ($11.95).

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TL;DR: Although those who come craving something spicy will be satisfied I recommend gravitating more towards the sweeter sensations of the Pork Belly Bun and, especially, the can’t–miss crispy Golden–style Mushrooms. DON’T MISS: The GoldenStyle Mushrooms. SKIP: Scallion Chicken. WHEN TO GO: For anyone just looking for baby–sized noodle bowls and cheap drinks, opting to come for “The Baby High–Five Happy Hour,” from 4:30pm to 7pm on weekdays is your best call. Regardless, get a reservation or get there early. $$$$$

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drinks. 6:15pm: I order the When Life Hands You..., and Adam Well–dressed bartenders, unexpected combinations and cooler–than–you does something weird involvvibes at The Franklin Mortgage & Investment Co. speakeasy: a dispatch ing a match and a lemon rind that I don’t quite understand. He claims heating it adds an aromatic quality. I think it looks like he’s sacrificing a lemon rind to the gods. 6:20pm: My drink tastes like a lemon creamsicle and smells Photo and article by Randi Kramer like graham cracker and citrus. 5:15pm: A bored–looking pictures in the dimly–lit room, “freshly cut hose.” Adam lets me try the graham hipster guy sitting on a railing we ask the bartender, Adam, for 5:32pm: “Cotton candy... or cracker liqueur that they made at the top of the stairs checks recommendations. He chooses peanut butter,” says Evan. We in–house, and I want to take it our IDs. the Secretarial Poodle Punch for would be terrible sommeliers. home with me. 5:33pm: My drink has pepper- 6:23pm: Evan has the Cripple 5:16pm: He cracks a joke about me and the ...With a Baseball mint and raspberry in it. I worry Creek Swizzle, which was my boyfriend Evan’s long, curly Bat for Evan—all cocktails are that this will be a toothpaste– hair in his ID picture. I explain $15. refreshingly sweet but doesn’t that I made him cut it. I make 5:23pm: He’s shaking the cock- and–orange–juice situation, but blow him away. it totally works here. The minty 6:30pm: I wrote down, “Sneeze this joke every time we go into tail shaker above his head with flavor kind of hovers over the one hand and stirring a drink a bar together. three times; allergic to bullshit.” 5:17pm: Bored–looking hipster with the other. Very impressive, fruitiness. Evidently I was drunk by 5:41pm: Realize I’ve been guy takes us downstairs and tells I can barely pat my head and then. I’m sure Evan was fine. writing notes for five minutes rub my stomach at the same us to sit wherever. There are a Don’t actually remember experistraight. “Never go on a date number of deep red leather ot- time. encing any bullshit. with a journalist on duty,” says 6:35pm: Decide we should tomans at marble–topped tables 5:30pm: Evan’s drink has for two. We opt to sit at the bar peanut butter–infused bourbon, Evan. each have three drinks total. I 5:55pm: The bar is about half can only drink half of each of so we can talk to the bartender and we're loving it. We start thinking about sommeliers who full now. Mostly businessmen while he makes our drinks. mine, but Evan has finished all and women, so this must be describe wine tastes by say5:20pm: After awkwardly of his because he is a bo$$. a good choice for after–work asking if I can use flash to take ing things like “tennis ball” or 6:40pm: Evan chooses The Italian Market because it has long hot pepper in it. “Woah,” he says, “it’s like bourbon, then sweet, then spice.” 6:43pm: Adam chooses The Labyrinth for me. Its scent re-

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I have no idea why more people don’t go to Koch’s (it’s only at 43rd and Locust streets), but one of the two managers, Rami Shabbat, was very concerned about that. “Make sure people know that it’s not that far,” he said. “We don’t get as many students as we used to.” So let me make this clear: Koch’s is not that far. And it’s the best damn deli you’re going to get within walking distance of campus. Everything at Koch’s is homemade. When I asked the other manager, Ezra Haim, why the Russian dressing he put on my sandwich looked

chunkier than the Russian dressing I was used to, he responded, “Hush, my friend. That’s a secret recipe. It’s homemade.” I think they put pickles in it though. Which, by the way, are incredibly delicious. Ezra cuts pickles up into quarter spears and hands them out while you wait (everything that Ezra uses to make sandwiches gets cut up and passed along to hungry waiting patrons), and I probably ended up eating a whole pickle by the time I left. Koch’s makes its own pickles, and they do a good job with it: Half–way between the half–sours that are too briny for my taste, but not overwhelm-

ingly sweet like pickle chips; a perfect side for a great sandwich. And, jeez, was this sandwich good. I was given the Special K ($12.25), which is corned beef, turkey, pastrami, kosher salami, potato salad and Swiss cheese; to try both, Ezra put mustard and Russian dressing on different halves of the roll. As Rami predicted, I preferred the side with mustard: The creaminess of the potato salad and the thickness of the Russian dressing didn't blend well. But the mustard half was divine. The potato salad and Swiss cheese balanced out the salty, spicy edge of the mustard and corned beef, the turkey added some welcome heft to the sandwich, while the pastrami and salami finished off this palate adventure with a decent kick. I can see how this sandwich might be overwhelming to a deli novice—there’s a lot going on here—but I’ll definitely be back for more.

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Sometimes writers write things without fully knowing what they mean, and this is one of those times: Hershel’s East Side Deli in Reading Terminal is the most Philly place I’ve ever been. On my left is a nice Jewish man who brags that he studied Benjamin Netanyahu at Harvard. On my right is a union carpenter who wants to talk about Bernie Sanders, complains about his sandwich giving him “the itis” and wanders off mid–conversation to take a nap. This place is fantastic. Andy, the manager, brings me a Pastrami Rachel ($12.75). I’m a little nervous. I want to try the best thing on the menu, and Andy says this is it, but I’m not a huge pastrami fan. This

sandwich made a believer out of me. (Ed. note: Not a trace of doubt in your mind?) The meat was unbelievably tender, almost soft enough to melt in your mouth. The deep saltiness of the cured meat blended well with the peppery smoky flavor that comes out in the cooking process. You know that crispy skin you get when you cook a meat that has a lot of fat on the outside? This pastrami had a ton of that, and it was delicious. The weight of the meat was softened by the coleslaw and Swiss cheese, which added some crisp, crunchy texture to this soft pillow of a sandwich. I could see why that guy needed a nap, I almost fell asleep in class afterward.

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Schlesinger’s is the kind of place you go to with a purpose. You take your grandparents there, you show it off to people, you buy a cookie and decompress there. Schlesinger’s is a legit Jewish deli with the food to prove it. I started at the pickle bar with pickle chips and macaroni salad. Both were great, but even better when you get a little bit of both on your fork. Pickle chips are really sweet and go well with the hint of spice in the mustard and pepper from the macaroni salad. Then came the Jules Reuben ($10.95), which is corned beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut and Russian dressing on toasted rye. Take a bite to personally experience the golden ratio. The dollop

of creamy dressing takes the edge off the intense saltiness of the beef, leaving just a hint of rock salt bitterness. Swiss cheese can be too light for this sort of hearty sandwich, but the sauerkraut is there to give the sandwich some kick and crunch. Here’s the thing about dessert: I’m picky about Rugelach ($14) and I’ll admit it. I once corrected a coffee shop back home for spelling it “ruggela.” But this was damn good. I suggest what my waitress called “the peach nutty one” for a lighter treat. As the chunks of sugary peach are juxtaposed with the moderately tart pastry, with nuts on top and just a hint of cinnamon, this might just be the best rugelach I’ve ever had.

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HOW TO COOK LIKE MARK VETRI BRINGING FINE DINING TO PHILLY PUBLIC SCHOOLS Bringing Philly’s phanciest to your dinner plate. By Randi Kramer | Photo courtesy of Vetri Chef Marc Vetri is known for his innovative flavor combinations and his outstanding ingredient quality. While his six restaurants in Philly are out of most Penn students’ price range, there are a few tricks you can steal from Chef Vetri and take right into your own kitchen. From our unforgettable eight courses ($155 per person prix fixe tasting menu), we came up with a few DIY options that might just make you the next Marc Vetri—or at least the next Hungree Girl. 1. Crudité with a balsamic reduction dipping sauce: Tired of the cliché of veggies dipped in ranch? Find hummus too basic? This so–simple–you’d–never– think–of–it idea to dip veggies in a balsamic glaze was a great alternative, and it’s definitely a healthy study snack. 3. Eggplant Terrine with cocoa vinaigrette: This one is

for the chocolate lovers. Chef Vetri paired his sliced, roasted eggplant with burrata mozzarella, finely chopped cocoa nibs and sea salt. The result was a savory, sweet and salty combination that will be enjoyed even by those who aren’t chocolate fanatics (Ed. note: We’re not sure these people exist.). 4. Sweet Onion Crepe with truffle fondue: According to the server, these onions had been caramelized all day, or “about sixteen hours." Her advice for doing it at home? “Low and slow... but wait for a snow day.” Supposedly it doesn’t take much attention, just a couple of stirs here and there. So for Penn’s first snow day of the season, snuggle up with some hot cocoa, a good movie and some sweet onions cooking on the stove. 5. Pappardelle with rabbit and peach: While I can’t in good conscience recommend cook-

ing Thumper in your Radian kitchen (or in general), it was the peach + pasta combination in this dish that really got my attention. I never expected it to work, but somehow the burst of sweetness from the peach and the chewiness of the pasta under the creamy, mushroom–y sauce was exciting, different and definitely possible at home. Try ground sausage instead of rabbit for your at–home attempt.

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What’s the Vetri Foundation, you ask? Simple. The Vetri Foundation’s mission is to teach kids that healthy food leads to healthy lives. Started in 2008 by Chef Marc Vetri and his business partner and sommelier Jeff Benjamin, the foundation has launched multiple initiatives to promote healthy eating among Philadelphia’s youth. Their most public project, Eatiquette, focuses on bringing sustainable, healthful and real food to school lunchrooms. In addition to revamping the menu, they also get students to participate in the process by bringing them right into the kitchen. Want to get involved? According to Danielle Zimmerman, their Communications Coordinator, Eatiquette is always looking for help. “Volunteers are needed to assist during the school day lunch periods at various schools throughout Philadelphia—mostly in North Philadelphia,” she wrote in an email. But don’t worry, the West Philly school Global Leadership Academy also has an Eatiquette program where they serve lunch on Wednesdays and Thursdays. No experience is necessary, but volunteers will need background checks in order to work in a school setting. The Vetri Foundation’s purpose, though, is not just to provide healthy options. They also want to give students the skills to pursue healthfulness on their own.

To continue that aim, the foundation has created a Culinary Arts Training program, basically a thirteen–week internship for middle and high school students interested in pursuing jobs in the culinary arts, which culminates in a cook–off at the end of the program where students can try out their own recipes. The Vetri Foundation has also partnered with My Daughter’s Kitchen, which began as an after–school cooking class taught by Maureen Fitzgerald, the Philadelphia Inquirer’s food editor. With help from the Vetri Foundation, My Daughter’s Kitchen has now reached over eighteen schools in Philadelphia and two in Camden, New Jersey. While the Vetri Family restaurants have notoriously high prices, it’s refreshing to see this successful chef turn some of those profits to good. What’s more, Vetri is willing to match any donation made by patrons at the restaurant dollar for dollar. Who can pass up an opportunity to do a good thing while eating such good food? Want to get involved? 1. Check out vetrifoundation. org to check out the different programs. 2. Email info@vetrifoundation. org to volunteer your time.

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either. The thick and almost meaty twice–cooked eggplant with sherry vinegar will win among the baba ghanoush fans. Likewise, if you’re a cabbage person, the pickled Napa cabbage with dill, mint, sumac and red onion will be the one for you. If you’re not, you’ll still be glad you tried it. We started off the Mezze dishes, or small plates ($10 each), with the ever–popular Fried Cauliflower and labneh, chive, dill, mint and garlic Chef and restaurateur Mike spread. Perfectly fried and tan– Solomonov came over to chat brown all over, this one elicited and cited the hummus as one a “woah” from Katie. Next, we of his favorite dishes, with good tried the Grilled Haloumi with reason. Light, fluffy and cupping peach, amba, pecan and corn, a swimming pool of olive oil, which Solomonov mentioned this chickpea–sesame beauty when we asked what his safe, regoes best with the warm laffa, liable dishes were, but we found but we won’t judge you for eat- it a little too salty and kind of ing it straight. plain. Apparently, it’s only good The six salatim, the daily when it’s hot, and maybe we selection of salads, can be eaten just missed the boat on that. We alone or spooned onto the hum- finished with the Cobia Crudo, mus and laffa. The sweet and thin slices of raw, but not too smoky Bulgarian roasted pepper potent, fish with dollops of spicy salad was my favorite, but the Turkish salad, diced cucumsalt roasted shredded beet with bers and mint. Within the first tehina wasn’t messing around bite, we knew why it came to Solomonov’s mind even before the hummus when listing off his favorites. All of the larger–but–not–actually–large Al Ha’esh plates ($14 each) are grilled over coals and served with pilaf and, of course, more pickles. We decided to try the Lamb Merguez over tomato matbucha, zucchini, corn and tehina (duh), which somehow managed to be velvety smooth and warm–yet–spicy all at once. Maybe it just set the bar too high, but the Eggplant plate we tried next left us disappointed. An inescapable saltiness overpowered the great flavor, texture and mild crunch that had such potential. Luckily, Solomonov saved the day. When I asked him about his choice dishes, his enthusiasm for the Chicken Shishlik ($14) with fermented mango, sumac, crispy chicken skin and amba outshone any of the other descriptions. It was absolutely the most incredible, buttery and moist chicken I’ve ever had and

ZAHAV REIGNS SUPREME IN THE PHILLY DINING SCENE

By Dina Zaret| Photos by Katie Dumke As you walk into Philly’s premier Israeli restaurant, you find yourself greeted by friendly hostesses and funky beats. Passing by the bar, you notice jars of spices on display next to the wines and liqueurs. Choices such as tangier, apollonia, roses, black salt and, of course, zahav line the wall. Peer into the open kitchen peeking out below Jerusalem–style stained glass windows. Look to your left to find a large photo of a bustling Israeli market—a nice reminder of Zahav’s inspiration. While most restaurants start you off with a complimentary breadbasket, Zahav opts for

pickled veggies instead. I don’t usually love pickles, but I found the brightly colored carrots, cauliflower hearts and celery approachable and not at all overpowering. My friend Katie and I both selected the Sangiovese red wine ($12), which I loved, but she was lukewarm about. We ordered by the Tayim tasting menu ($45 per person) guidelines, which guaranteed more food than we could dare to eat. For the first course we shared the Salatim ($16) and Tehina Hummus with laffa bread ($9), and it honestly could have been a meal in and of itself. Head

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arguably the best fare on the menu. The Shishlik reminded me of the chicken Marbella my mom makes for holiday dinners, but crunchier, tangier and less traditional. Solomonov credits the dark meat for the flavor, but a recipe like this takes brilliance. We ended the meal with the Pistachio Tart and the Olive Oil Cake ($9 each). At first, the pistachio tart drew us in. The sweet and nutty base under confectioners sugar and a zesty lemony cream provided all the elements of a great dessert. With time, however, the Olive Oil Cake won me over. The moist and tasty cake provided the perfect base for the pomegranate seeds and pine nuts on top. The little bursts introduced unexpected flavors and textures, adding excitement to a comfortable favorite. If these dishes sounded incredible but the restaurant falls out of your price range, head over to Solomonov’s newer Center City spot, Dizengoff, to try the hummus and a rotating selection of salatim–like toppings for a reasonable $9 to $12. Additionally, you can check out Zahav— A World of Israeli Cooking, Solomonov’s cookbook coming out Oct. 6 that he co–authored with Zahav’s other owner, Steven Cook. With the best of Zahav at your disposal, you’ll throw kick–ass dinner parties and save money at the same time.

ZAHAV 237 St. James Place @zahavrestaurant

TL;DR: The best Israeli food around, come to Zahav with an open mind and empty belly. DON'T MISS: When the Chef says to get the Chicken Shishlik, you get the Chicken Shishlik. SKIP: The eggplant… and wearing tight clothing. WHEN TO GO: When birthright won't come soon enough $$$$$

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HONEY'S SIT 'N' EAT GETS STRAIGHT TO THE POINT You will sit; you will eat; you will love. This Parents’ Weekend, when avoiding the scores of freshmen and their parents at White Dog, Greek Lady and Metropolitan Bakery, Honey’s Sit ‘n’ Eat is the place to go. Its college–budget prices with casual brunch ambiance make for a perfect Sunday morning student haunt. I tried the Huevos Rancheros ($9), a delicious Mexican–style breakfast dish and the Honey’s Platter ($13), which consisted of pancakes, eggs and the most delicious latke I’ve ever tasted. Do not come here without trying the latke. The best meal overall, however, was the Honey Cristo ($14). Essentially a croque madame with French toast challah instead of bread, you have to trust me; it works. But the absolute highlight of the visit was the fresh–squeezed orange juice

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($4) (I know what you’re thinking and the answer is yes: Honey’s is a BYOB.). Honey’s is a place that understands that the hangover wants what it wants: At little additional cost, it’s easy to add extras to your meal. Bacon ($4), avocado ($2), an extra egg ($1.75) or home fries ($2.5) will push your meal above and beyond standard comfort food. The location provides ideal options to walk your meal off afterwards. You can see some of downtown Philly as well as the picturesque Fitler Square. It takes about twenty minutes to get there from the Quad, which flies by if you’re walking with friends. Besides simply being a nice walk, you don’t have to feel guilty about ordering the inevitable extra latke.

HONEY'S 21st and South streets @HoneysSitNEat

TL;DR: It's cheap; it's brunch; it's delicious; it's BYO. DON'T MISS: The latke and the fresh–squeezed orange juice (a perfect chaser). SKIP: Dinner the night before so you can order a second brunch plate. WHEN TO GO: To avoid the crowds, Friday morning (that's an actual weekday to the rest of the world!) $$$$$

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Stephen Starr’s Parc, conveniently located across from Rittenhouse Square, stands out as a great appreciation of French food. That said, don’t expect the restaurant to be exactly French. The clientele will mostly be American, and you can forget about smoking at your table outside. Once inside, the ambiance will bring you back to a classic brasserie, with wooden tables, leather seats, dim lighting and vague mood music. Rectangular and circular orange lights glow while small candles light up your table. One glance at the charming menus, filled with a heavy variety of French classics, will make you want to bring any visitors, especially parents, here. We recommend grabbing a table on the sidewalk to people watch (outside is open year round, thanks to heaters) during dinner or brunch on the weekends. These chefs have perfected the omelette, and you don’t want to miss out. For dinner, start with a carafe or glass of wine; we picked white and went with a Vouvray ($58 per bottle, $13 per glass). Non–drinkers can pick from an array of French specialités that include Citron Pressé (lemonade, $4) and Orangina ($4.5). To begin with, save the escargots and liver parfait for

France and pick the Ricotta Ravioli ($18) or the Mushroom Tart ($14.5). The tart, made of pate brisée and truffle onion fondue, will melt in your mouth. It makes for a consistently great appetizer and will share perfectly with another person (or date?). Skip the simpler options on the menu such as the salads (your diet doesn’t matter) or cheeseburger (don’t you dare). Instead, opt for one of the main staples—both at Parc and in French culture. You can’t not enjoy the Steak Frites (medium rare, $27.5) and the ½ Roast Chicken ($24). Both come with large sides, but if you happen to bypass these, feel free to order a side of Pommes Frites (fries, $6.5) or Pommes Purées (mashed potatoes, $6.5) as well. A great time to come with a date is after dinner for desserts and drinks. Chocolate fans will appreciate the Moelleux au Chocolate ($10) with its melted chocolate and fresh raspberries. Order that and the Apple Tarte Tatin ($9) or Crème Brûlée ($9) and share. Best of all, internationals who reminisce about le temps perdu get to order two of my favorite things: pastis ($9) and absinthe ($15)! If that doesn’t convince you, then I don’t know what will.

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With its enchanting aesthetic, fresh farm–to–table meals and unbeatable cocktails, Talula’s Garden is kind of like that kid in your hall who has a 4.0 GPA, runs five clubs and has a social life… except you don’t hate Talula’s Garden. The art–deco building overlooking Washington Square has a coffee bar, grab–and–go menu as well as a full kitchen and dining experience. You know they mean business when they have an entire menu just for cheese. One of the highlights of the Talula’s dining experience, the chefs have broken down the selections into sets of six to seven cheeses and pairings. The creative duos range from jams to honey to fruits so good you'll be trying these combos at home. The night resembled a double date more than anything: me, my food, the photographer and ber 11her- food. 13 We started with the Peaches and Crab salad ($16) with curly tango lettuce and wildflower honey–black pepper dressing, mber 11 - 13which was incredibly refreshing. We also had the fresh baked Focaccia di Recco ($16) topped with fennel jam,

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A Drink With… Pete Venuto from Charlie Was A Sinner

Kyle Darrow from Red Owl Tavern

Street: What do you like about bartending? Pete Venuto: Making great drinks is wonderful and fulfilling, but the thing I like best about being a bartender is the happiness I give people. A cocktail or the interaction and conversation, that’s the best part. Street: What is your advice for new drinkers to discover what they like? PV: Don't fall into any hard and fast rules. Be open minded. A lot of times you read a drink on the menu and think, “That sounds really weird,” but that’s when you should say: “I have to try it.” And then you try it, and it's delicious. Keep experimenting with tastes.

Street: How do you pick your ingredient combo? KD: Recently, I took a trip to Colombia, and I tried a lot of fruits that I’ve never had. I had one called mora, kind of like a cherry, strawberry, peach combination. [We have] all three of those fruits in Philly, so I could make something that sort of captured that flavor. Street: What's new this fall at Red Owl Tavern? KD: There’s one that’s going to have red pepper jam in it, which I’m really excited about. Right now, it’s called the Red Pepper Jawn. All my drinks start off with the word “jawn” in them. It’s going to be barrel–aged Bluecoat gin, red pepper jam and lemon juice.

Ask Him to Make You… Untitled #1* (Butternut squash, apple juice, ginger, cinnamon–infused simple syrup, lemon juice, Bison Grass vodka) Just like fall so poetically bridges the fading of one season into the next, Untitled #1 echoes hints of summer with a citrus twang, while a sprinkle of nutmeg echoes promises of winter. This drink lives harmoniously in the autumnal transition between the seasons with the crisp warmth of butternut squash that will make you wonder how pumpkin ever beat it out as the king of fall. Untitled #2* (Celery juice, lime juice, celery seed, thyme–infused simple syrup, vodka) Put down the SkinnyGirl and give this cocktail a taste. Untitled #2 has a mix of celery and lime juices that provide a cool, refreshing taste that will certainly quench your thirst. And the addition of celery seed and thyme–infused simple syrup helps mask the vodka. Plus, if we say celery one more time, it legally becomes a healthy drink. 131 S 13th Street @charlie_was

Fireside Chat* (High West Double Rye, house smoked apple cider, maple syrup, house made cinnamon, black pepper tincture) This cocktail has the perfect harmony of sweet and spicy flavors. The apple cider and maple syrup will immediately hit you on your first sip, but they blend well with the whiskey’s anise and honey. The black pepper and cinnamon give the aftertaste a nice kick that would make FDR proud. Old Fashioned* (Buffalo Trace, demerara syrup, angostura bitters) This version of an Old Fashioned is designed for those who prefer sweeter drinks. The bourbon is strong, but hints of vanilla and toffee give it a smoother taste. This is further enhanced by the almost caramel–like flavor of the syrup. So, if you want to expand your drink palette, but you’re hesitant to dive into the powerful flavors of whiskey or bourbon, this candied spin on the classic Old Fashioned will start you off nice and easy. 433 Chestnut Street @RedOwlTavern *Fall menu details not yet determined

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Best Cheap BYO: Dim Sum Garden Go with a group of friends and sample a bit of everything. Order double of the soup dumplings and scallion pancakes… just to be safe. You’ll still be shocked when the bill comes at how little you end up paying. 1020 Race Street

Least Awkward First Date Spot for Freshmen: 1920 Commons You may not have to deal with the wallet scramble at the end, but a true gentleman will always swipe a lady in. And a true lady will always politely decline because #equality. Plus, there are more secluded spots here than at Hill in case you feel the urge to canoodle. 38th and Locust Streets

Safest First Date for Upperclassmen: Ramen Bar

always has a place in our hearts, but there’s something to be said for Alma’s $5 mojitos, which really pack a punch. With appetizer and ceviche specials to boot, it’s not to be missed. 1623 Walnut Street

Worth it though, and that’s what bucket list places are for! 600 Wendover Street

Courtesy of Chickie's and Pete's The Philly Fries: Chickie’s and Pete’s Chickie’s and Pete’s crab fries (crispy crinkle–cut French Nestled in the heart of off– Courtesy of Dalessandro's fries with a secret old bay–like campus, Ramen allows for an seasoning) are the reason we easy escape and lots of watchBucket List Cheesesteak: go to Phillies games. We don’t ful eyes in case your new beau Dalessandro’s care if you’re lactose intoleris a creep. It’s scientifically Our sources say this is the best ant, drown your fries in the proven to be impossible to steak and experience in Philly. orgasmic white, creamy cheese look attractive while eating the The formal advice is: “Go sauce, and you won’t regret it. ramen, but order it to weed immediately. American with 1526 Packer Ave, Citizens out the weak and superficial. onions.” It’s only five minutes Bank Park, Lincoln Financial 4040 Locust Street farther than Pat’s/Geno’s, Field, Philadelphia Internabut a little trickier to get to. tional Airport, etc.

Burger of Your Dreams: Shake Shack Proximity to these cheeseburgers is such a plus that it almost brings redemption to DRL and Hill (almost). They'll haunt your dreams, and you’ll find yourself suggesting a walk down Chestnut Street to your friends so you can “unexpectedly” walk by and take a peek inside. Just a peek. Lol, we kid. We know you’re already in line. 3200 Chestnut Street

Most Parent–Friendly Spot: White Dog Midterm season is coming, and if your parents are too you can head over straight from VP and nobody will really care if you look like a schlub. It’s also pretty harmless, even the pickiest of diners can find something here. 3420 Sansom Street

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THE TRIED AND TRUE: Greek Lady: Giant portions and the closest thing we have to a diner on campus. 222 South 40th Street

HubBub: Classic coffee shop with an iced coffee that will keep you going all day. 3736 Spruce Street

HipCityVeg: If you’re vegan: This is your

Baby Blue’s BBQ: Ribs. I had ribs for

Enjay’s Pizza @ Smokes’: Go for the pizza, stay for the Enjay’s fries, linger for the beer. 210 South 40th Street

Pod: Trendy expensive Asian Fusion, go for your sweet sixteen or because you’re a professor in need of a quick lunch. 3636 Sansom Street

home base. If not, you go for the sweet potato fries. 214 South 40th Street

Metropolitan Bakery: The betchiest breakfast sandwiches around. 4013 Walnut Street

Pure Fare: The newest addition to Houston Hall is brought

to you by this local, organic, healthy, fast dining establishment. The well–proportioned options mean you’ll get the meal size you should be eating, but that might not necessarily be the best for the hungrier of people. That being said, what Pure Fare lacks in typical American super–sized meals it makes up for in flavor. Not that we ever really doubted a chocolate avocado cookie, but the dense little treat really spoke to us. Houston Hall

Honeygrow: Center City’s best made–to–order stir–fry and

salad restaurant has graced us with its presence. The new location will feature the same customizable menu as the downtown store. It’ll be open from 11am—10pm and is right next to Pottruck (aka across from Huntsman...), making it almost too convenient. They wouldn’t tell us the official opening date, but we know it’s coming soon. Check their Facebook, Twitter or Instagram for updates. 3731 Walnut Street

Avril 50: Step inside this Parisian–esque pur-

Zesto Pizza and Grill: A much tastier late

veyor of international publications, fine cards, gourmet coffee, tea, chocolate and tobacco for better coffee and snacks than Starbucks offers. 3406 Sansom Street

Allegro Pizza and Grill: A much SABSier

Federal Donuts: As if you’d ever forget about their hot fresh donuts and fried chicken. 3428 Sansom Street

night option than Allegro. 125 South 40th Street

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lunch. And mac & cheese, pulled pork, brisket and cornbread because I had the family style meal. 3402 Sansom Street

late night option than Zesto… and 24/7. 3942 Spruce Street

Hai Street Kitchen: Go just so you can tell your friends you’ve had a sushirrito. 125 South 40th Street

Jake’s Sandwich Board: Giant, overflowing hoagies stuffed with hot meat. (Ed. note: Hehe) 125 South 40th Street

Kitchen Gia: Another overpriced–but–tasty salad and sandwich locale, but the soup will be a godsend when cold weather comes in. 3716 Spruce Street Saladworks: No. 3728 Spruce Street Wawa: All roads lead to Wawa. So much more than a convenience store; Wawa is home. 3744 Spruce Street

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Capogiro: Amazing gelato, and the cones are low key wafer–y masterpieces.

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WEST PHILLY WALKS Little Baby’s Ice Cream: Venture way out there to this gourmet ice cream shop for the most unique flavors in town (or go to 1920 Commons, where they sell pints). 4903 Catharine Street Dock Street Brewery: Freshly

brewed beers and a full menu, what more do you need? 701 S 50th Street

Gold Standard Café: Breakfast foods, sandwiches and salads all at reasonable prices. 4800 Baltimore Avenue Sabrina’s Café: You can’t go

wrong with this brunch stalwart. 227 N 34th Street

Tampopo: Korean and Japanese casual food, get your sushi/bibimbap/bento box fix here. 269 S 44th Street

Ethio Café: This inexpensive Ethiopian

Honest Tom’s: King of breakfast

The Farmacy: The farm–fresh brunch

burritos and guac. 261 S 44th Street

Local 44: Craft beers and hipster vibes. Classic bar food abounds, with killer brunch for all. 4333 Spruce Street

the best Mediterranean food you’ll find in West Philly, they also have a terrific brunch menu with first–rate shakshouka. 4630 Baltimore Avenue

Han Dynasty: If you don’t leave with a food baby and a food coma, you’re doing this Chinese feasting ground wrong. 3711 Market Street

Green Line Café: With three

Pattaya: For when the pad thai

Milk & Honey: Mini gour-

Distrito: This tapas–style

BYO has just reopened for dinner on the weekend. Their daily rotating homemade bread and butter can’t be beat. 4433 Spruce Street

Aksum: Not only does Aksum have

funkiest pops around. 265 S 44th Street

restaurant with phenomenal pizza (see: The Stache). 3200 Chestnut Street craving hits you, but you’re in bed and need delivery. 4006 Chestnut Street

restaurant should absolutely be your next BYO destination. 225 S 45th Street

Lil Pop Shop: The coolest and

locations nearby, these cafes are coffee shops at their finest. They even sell the elusive Weckerly’s ice cream sandwiches. 4329 Baltimore Avenue, 4426 Locust Street, 28 S 40th Street

Zavino: A small plates Italian

For when you want to explore, but you're too lazy to head downtown. By Dina Zaret | Photos by Alex Fisher

met grocery store, coffee shop and study spot, this place has you covered. 4435 Baltimore Avenue

Mexican restaurant recently opened a taqueria with affordable quesadillas and burritos that will rock your world. 3945 Chestnut Street

Lil' Pop Shop

Green Line Café

William Street Common: If more–than–enough

drink and bar food options aren’t sufficient for you, their three drink brunch definitely is. 3900 Chestnut Street

Mizu: A small, cheap sushi place perfect for low–key BYOs. 111 S 40th Street

Sitar: Stuff yourself with

their all–you–can–eat Indian buffet, which means naan for days. 60 S 38th Street

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