FIG ® SUMMER 2012 | № 3 | THE FRESH, FASHIONABLE & FLAVORFUL OF WEST CHESTER, PENNSYLVANIA
GOOD TASTE
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FANCY A TASTE? THE FOOD SCENE in West Chester is dynamic, diverse and booming. The fresh scent of coffee and pastries in the morning teases our noses. Dozens of restaurants have outdoor seating in the warmer months, allowing lively chatter mixed with colorful cocktails and the scent of good food to spill out onto the brick sidewalks. These shared experiences revolve around one central aspect: getting a taste. A taste of life — of good food shared with good company. More today than ever before, our humble town features options and atmosphere that give the big city a run for its money. In one walk down Gay Street you can take in the scents of India, sample the famed cooking of France, enjoy a layover in Italy and Greece, and be back in time for a burger and craft beer with the family. Restaurants all over town have tables set for summer, laying out the perfect excuse to extend your Friday lunch into happy hour. Iron Hill has a seasonal beer or three up its sleeve. The signature grill at Carlino's is smoldering, inviting pedestrians to step inside for a taste (and maybe even a cooking lesson or two). Yet above everything we can touch, smell and taste on the surface, it’s the way we operate that makes the difference. Local residents and visitors acknowledge the importance of locally grown produce and have joined in the farm-to-table movement by shopping at the local
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The Fig® Team OUR MOUTH-WATERING COVER Thank you to Carlino's for their awardwinning savory tomato pie and four seasons pie. Pick up a slice at 128 West Market Street. Read up on the woman behind the food-magic on PAGE 6.
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FIGHTING HUNGER
For over 12 years, Pete’s Produce has been a leading participant in the movement to support the Chester County Food Bank and donated over 40,000 pounds of produce to the cause last year. Find out more about this worthwhile project by calling 610.873.6000 or by visiting chestercountyfoodbank.org.
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PRODUCE FROM LOCAL FARMERS GARDEN-READY FLOWERS LOCAL BAKED GOODS PICTURED: Pete Flynn (owner) with wife Amy and their two children
1225 EAST STREET ROAD • 610.399.371 1 • PETESPRODUCEFARM.COM
FROM OUR FAMILY TO YOURS
FRESH SEASONAL LOCAL
FRESH FACE
ROOTS CAFE goes beyond providing you with a great meal with exceptional intentions; it also shows you why it’s important not to forget your roots. For Dan, his roots extend further than the ideas and operation of his cafe — they grow deep into what he calls his home. PICTURED: Dan Celluci (owner)
COMMITTED TO LOCA L LY S O U R C E D FRESH FOOD Proud supporter of Thornbury Farms just outside West Chester
A conversation with owner Dan Celluci: How did Roots Cafe start? Take us to the beginning . . . why this location and menu direction? "The previous tenant had the space up for sale and I thought it was a great little spot right on Gay Street. I was working two jobs and aspired to open up a cafe. I scraped up what I could, made an honest offer and the deal was done!" Did you have the “What did I just get myself into?” moment? Laughs "I called my Dad and said, ‘Hey Dad . . . we have a menu to figure out!’ I’ve worked in pizza shops and delis, but I wanted a special
concept. I’ve always believed in supporting local farmers and local people. I asked myself, ‘what do I cook at my house?’ I’m taking the things I support — homegrown, organic and delicious food — and making it for local people." So Dad’s a big help? Dan looked down and smirked; the appreciation and pride he has in knowing his father supports him resonate deep. "Dad helps in such a huge way . . . he comes in and helps make the fresh soup every day. When he’s in the kitchen, he works like a bull in a China shop, but he’s the sweetest guy. He goes out to the local farms and CSAs and
picks up what we need for the week. 3 stops a day; 5 days a week." What do you offer currently, and what’s the direction for the future? "Breakfast and lunch currently. Breakfast is big on the weekends, and during the weekdays we get a great lunch crowd. We try to create a comfortable, intimate setting for people who dine in, but we understand the business lunch crowd needs to grab and go, and we cater to their needs. In the future, we would love to open for dinner once or twice a week. We love this town, and think the best is yet to come!"
8 WEST GAY STREET • 484.887.8290 • ROOTSCAFEWC.COM
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AUTHENTIC GOURMET MARKET COFFEE BAR & BYO CAFE FULL-SERVICE CATERING HANDS-ON COOKING CLASSES SIGNATURE RECIPES
CRAVING NEW RECIPES?
Watch Angela's cooking show online: youtube.com/user/CarlinosMarket or pick up a copy of Wanna Taste? for authentic stories and recipes from Mama Carlino's kitchen.
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128 WEST MARKET STREET • 610.696.3788 • CARLINOSMARKET.COM
OPPOSITE PAGE: Angela beams with fresh produce in hand in front of Carlino's. LEFT: Scrumptious fresh-baked desserts — perfect for summertime picnics.
Actively seeking products while continuously listening to the needs of customers has allowed Chef Angela to build an ever-evolving and fresh selection that embraces your senses with every visit. But her most ambitious undertaking today is designing and producing a line of functionally stylish chef jackets for the at-home or professional female cook. “They are form-fitting, with awesome fashionable patterns, allowing a creative option for cooks tired of the same stale styles we’ve been forced to wear," she proudly states.
A TOWN TREASURE DIG IN WITH ANGELA CARLINO
HAVING AN ITALIAN GRANDMOTHER is kind of like winning the life lottery. With their distinct personalities, big hearts and knack to make dinnertime a must-not-miss event, they’re practically the gold standard of the grandma kingdom. Angela “Mama” Carlino was a shining example of all this, representing the things we nostalgically remember about our childhoods and the valuable times we spent with our grandparents. In the early 1980s, Mama Carlino opened her book of recipes from Abruzzi, Italy, to the people of the Philadelphia region with the opening of the first Carlino’s family store in Ardmore. And for the past 5 years, Carlino's has successfully expanded its brand into downtown West Chester, providing an evolving array of fresh-baked breads, specialty items and prepared foods using recipes and tradition born from the hands of Mama Carlino.
Now in its third generation of family ownership, it’s Mama’s granddaughter who has taken the potential of the Carlino family to a whole new level. Adopting her grandmother’s name and spirit, young Chef Angela Carlino is using her brain and face to push the market’s potential. Realizing her dreams and acumen early, she took the years of growing up working at the market and applied them toward a marketing and culinary degree that's proving vital today. Chef Angela has already created solid rapport with local television cameras; you can find her twice a month on NBC Philly’s The 10! Show, preparing unique dishes like her Orecchiette with Broccoli Rabe and Sausage or Braised Kale with Cannellini Beans. Recipes like these and many more will soon be found in her upcoming cookbook and blog.
Actively boosting the Carlino’s name while pursuing her own creative dreams is blending into a fruitful reality for Chef Angela. But what’s amazing is that you can still find Chef Angela, hustling on the floor of the Carlino’s West Chester location, making the market tick while greeting customers in the same way that Mama Carlino would have embraced a dinner guest years ago.
Grilled pork medallions with mango chutney and homemade Memphis BBQ rub.
DELICIOUSLY CONVENIENT DINNER OPTIONS pick up on your way home tonight
VISIT OUR OTHER LOCATION: 2616 EAST COUNT Y LINE ROAD IN ARDMORE
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NEW STREET CATERING VALUES LOCAL FARMING.
Through the Farm to Fork Program, New Street Catering educates and promotes utilizing local farms in order to create delicious and healthy meals — all while supporting West Chester's local economy. WEDDINGS SPECIAL EVENTS CORPORATE EVENTS SOCIAL GATHERINGS
PICTURED (L-R): Mary Wong (Catering Sous Chef), Michael Coble (Executive Catering Chef), Beth Mottola (Pastry Chef) photographed at the Autograph Library at West Chester University
EXCLUSIVE CATERER FOR WEST CHESTER UNIVERSITY
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A SPECTACULAR DINING EXPERIENCE
700 SOUTH NEW STREET • 610.436.3130 • NEWSTREETCATERING.COM • NEWSTREETCATERING@WCUPA.EDU
Winner of the 2012 Bluer Business award
CELEBRATING 6 YEARS LOCALLY
LUXURY LOOKS ATTAINABLE PRICES
PICTURED: Antoinette Poluch (owner)
CLOTHES AND ACCESSORIES FOR THE STYLISH SHOPPER
Read expert fashion tips and be the first to know about emerging trends on Antoinettes's fashion blog at figwestchester.com
30 SOUTH HIGH STREET • 610.696.2477 • OBVIONLINE.COM
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CELEBRATING DOWNTOWN WEST CHESTER SPEND YOUR SUMMER DOWNTOWN. DAYS AND NIGHTS FILLED WITH GOOD FOOD AND GOOD PEOPLE.
FIRST FRIDAYS: Hit the streets every First Friday of the month from 5pm - 9pm as galleries and shops stay open late. Meet your neighbors. Meet new friends. Meet your artists. Meet Downtown West Chester.
LIVE MUSIC DOWNTOWN
Held on Gay Street 6:30pm9:30pm. Come out for food, music, clowns, artists, magicians, jugglers and lots of family fun! JULY 5 Americana Night AUGUST 2 Jazz Night SEPTEMBER 6
Rock ’N’ Roll Night
NOT YOUR AVERAGE GARAGE SALE
West Chester Parks and Recreation is thrilled to announce their newest summer event, a Vintage Garage Sale (that’s actually in a parking garage), which will coincide with First Friday in Downtown West Chester, May through August in the Chestnut Street Parking Garage located at 14 East Chestnut Street.
THANK YOU TO BID EVENT SPONSORS: WEST CHESTER PARKS & RECREATION, THE TOWN DISH, OTTO’S MINI, OTTO’S BMW, WCHE 1520AM, B101, SMALTZ’S HARLEY DAVIDSON, PEPSI BEVERAGES COMPANY WEST CHESTER & KNOX EQUIPMENT RENTAL.
PARKING TIPS
SPONSORED BY THE WEST CHESTER BID
Your best options for parking in downtown West Chester are the centrally located municipal parking garages. Park as long as you want and have no fear of getting an overtime parking ticket. Parking meters accept quarters only; some parking lots have meter boxes.
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PARKING, BUSINESS DIRECTORY, EVENTS AND MORE AT DOWNTOWNWESTCHESTER.COM
LEFT: Bill Stravropoulos BELOW: Bill's Uncle George behind the counter, circa 1925; the original "Gay Grill" business card.
AUTHENTIC THE SIGN MARKING DE STARR'S RESTAURANT IS SOMETHING OF AN ANOMALY. It is the only
illuminated sign remaining in a town that has a long and storied history of restaurant signs that have come and gone, yet it continues to shine on these brick-lined streets as it has for over 35 years. It was erected long before there was such a thing as building codes, and so it remains to this day as when owner Bill Stravropoulos and his brother Demetrios — known as "Meme" — opened the remodeled De Starr’s Restaurant and Bar in 1975. Bill has no plans to change the lit sign. “It’s grandfathered in,” he says, in a Greek accent as thick as his homemade yogurt. I had heard about the yogurt parfait at De Starr’s restaurant and had walked by the sign on Gay Street many times over the years but had never once stopped in. I finally went one morning for breakfast, but instead of ordering the intended yogurt parfait, I opted for the homemade creamed chipped beef and was smitten. It felt like coming home.
BILL STAVROPOULOS OF DE STARR'S RESTAURANT & BAR
Homemade creamed chipped beef nowadays is a rarity, and so is the kind of man who makes it. Bill — now in his mid-70s, but with energy that rivals someone half his age — roasts a turkey every day for his famous turkey clubs, in addition to making soups, rice pudding and Greek specialties such as spanakopita and souvlaki from scratch. But he serves up something more than just great food. Each dish is served with warmth and a slice of history on the side. It’s not only about providing a place to eat; it’s about cultivating a sense of community. He greets every customer the same — with a smile and the friendliest hello; whether it’s a judge from the courthouse, a local business owner, kids from town or the lone diner at the counter looking for a comfortable seat and a hot meal. After immigrating from Patras, Greece, in 1951, Bill and his brother followed their beloved Uncle George into the business and have been serving up Greek and American fare for over
60 years, since they first began working at what once was the Gay Grill, named for the street on which it was found. The family name is Stravropoulos, but it became Americanized and reinvented as De Starr's when Uncle George first came to this country, and thus the name hangs on the sign to this day. The restaurant is generational, for both customers and owners. Kids that once came to eat with their parents now bring their kids. While Meme retired five years ago, Bill still cooks in the morning while his son Steve can be found behind the counter serving dinner in the evening. As Steve explains it, “My father loves his job. More than that, he loves his fellow man. That’s what keeps him going.” In a world where everything changes, it’s nice to know some things stay the same. Let’s all raise a cup of coffee to that. Here’s to you, Bill.
FIND A GREAT BREAKFAST AND AN AUTHENTIC PIECE OF WEST CHESTER HISTORY AT 112 EAST GAY STREET
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26 SOUTH HIGH STREET • 610.429.0292 • ATASTEOFOLIVE.COM
YOUR HAPPY HOUR
LIVE, LOCAL MUSIC EVERY WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY EXTENSIVE CRAFT BEER SELECTION FOOD & SPIRITS PICTURED (L-R): Blaise Labik (co-executive chef), Justin Dougherty (owner), Big Dave Young III (co-executive chef)
10 EAST GAY STREET • 610.429.8297 • SIDEBARANDRESTAURANT.COM
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NEW AMERICAN CUISINE HAND-CRAFTED BEERS FRESH ENTREES UNIQUE SMALL PLATES MONDAY-FRIDAY 5-10 PM
SUMMER PICKS FROM IRON HILL EXECUTIVE CHEF DAN BETHARD "We've been inspired by
seafood this summer at Iron Hill. Mouthwatering Moroccan salmon, pan-seared sea scallops, shrimp tacos and salmon spring rolls are sure to please. Or, awaken your senses with our favorite quinoa salad made with fresh cranberries, and our already popular moules and frites."
PICTURED: Dan Bethard (executive chef)
3 WEST GAY STREET • 610 738.9600 • IRONHILLBREWERY.COM
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A RUSTIC ITALIAN BYOB
Try our award-winning lamb bolognese. 101 of America’s Most Delicious Noodle Dishes "New York Magazine"
PICTURED: John Brandt-Lee (owner and executive chef)
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312 SOUTH HIGH STREET • 610.436.4100 • AVALONRESTAURANT.NET
ENJOY OUTDOOR DINING ON OUR PRIVATE PATIO COURTYARD.
GROWING UP IN NEWTOWN SQUARE David Yori followed in the footsteps of many teens left with idle hands in the summer; he got a part-time job in exchange for a few bucks. Starting out as a pot washer at a local bakery, he found his curiosity for the craft slowly getting the best of him, and he began spending more time assisting in the creation of baked goods. He’d eventually go on to enroll in day classes at West Chester University, but he always found his hands kneading dough and preparing pastries in the evening.
After years of this routine, he had virtually worked himself into an apprentice baker, but he also found himself in a position that many college students encounter after graduation — a degree, yet no direction. David came to a crossroads one month ago, when he took a leap of faith and landed into his own space: Yori’s Bakery at 15 North Church Street.
FRESH FACE YORI'S BAKERY
Fig: What is the overall concept of the Bakery? David Yori: Everything fresh, from scratch! We’re starting with danishes, donuts and cinnamon buns every morning. Pies and assortments of cookies, cakes, cupcakes and pastries throughout the day. Even some breads and dinner rolls, all the great stuff! Cupcakes, eh? Very important question . . . will there be Red Velvet? Oh yes, I make a mean Red Velvet. Are you ready for this undertaking on your own? I was taught to work in a high-volume scratch bakery and feel I’m more than prepared. It’s going to be a balance of prep work and timing that allows me to stay with everything. Combine that with the fact that I simply love what I do, and it all works. The amount of benchwork should test me, rolling dough and cutting cinnamon buns. But, overall it will be fast and fun. So will you be more of a focused grab-n-go type of atmosphere, or will you offer an area to decompress and relax? I’ll offer a self-serve coffee bar with a few seats and tables for the casual customer to relax. But, I’m focused on serving the people going to and from in the mornings and afternoons.
PICTURED: David Yori (owner and head baker)
David has prepared himself to become a desirable and delicious mainstay in West Chester. Keep an eye out for the open sign on his storefront window, and we’ll see you in line waiting for that first bite into Red Velvet bliss. 15 NORTH CHURCH STREET • 610.344.YORI (9674)
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LET'S PUT ON A SHOW!
PICTURED: Audience at the Red Carpet Premiere event in April 2012.
Uptown! Entertainment Alliance is working to build a theater for film and the performing arts in the historic heart of West Chester. To help, join us for an exciting series of events featuring the artists & groups shown on these pages. Entertainment Needs a Home. Join Our Cause! For tickets to performances, to volunteer or to donate, visit uptownwc.org.
AT FIG ®, WE BELIEVE IN THE POWER OF CREATIVE COMMUNICATION AND THE POWER OF CREATIVE THINKING TO TRANSFORM COMMUNITIES. JOIN US AS WE SUPPORT OUR 2012 SOCIAL MISSION PARTNER, THE UPTOWN ENTERTAINMENT ALLIANCE. DONATE. VOLUTEER. GET INVOLVED. uptownwc.org
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THE SHAW STRINGS The Shaw Strings, founded in 1989, is a professional string ensemble that can provide you with a string quartet, trio or duo; solo harp, violin or flute; or double quartet for your wedding, cocktail hour or special event. Their music is live without amplification, so your guests enjoy the background music and atmosphere our presence provides while still enjoying conversations. The repertoire is extensive and includes classical, light classics, popular, show tunes, holiday and ethnic music. shawstrings.com 610.696.3018
THE BRANDYWINE SINGERS Peace, Love and Harmony . . . and a night at the movies! Take The Brandywine Singers on vacation with you! Join them this summer at the shore for A Night at the Movies with the Ocean City (NJ) Pops orchestra on July 22. Then join TBS in the fall for a whole year of Peace, Love and Harmony. Our faithful Brandywine Valley audiences will hear works like Randall Thompson’s Peaceable Kingdom, Britten’s Ceremony of Carols and SHAW Benjamin STRINGS the seldom-performed, shimmering harmonic piece, the Requiem by Herbert Howells; Orff’s Carmina Burana will close the season with a dash of spice! Visit our NEW website for details on all concerts, events, even a 20th Anniversary Gala . . . and much more from Chester County’s premier chamber choral ensemble! thebrandywinesingers.org 610.470.0870
WEST CHESTER STUDIO FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS West Chester's premiere community-wide acting and musical theater school is bringing you the area's young future superstars in their first Spring Show. WCS & Uptown! present an evening of Family Friendly One Acts that include: Live! It's Fairy Tale News, Taboo and But We Don't. Join us at the Chester County Historical Society on June 9 at 7:30PM and June 10 at 2PM. Visit our website for tickets and to register for Summer Theater Camps. westchesterstudio.com 484.995.2915
THE CHESTER COUNTY POPS ORCHESTRA Bringing Melody to Life in Chester County
The Chesco Pops will present their Summer Series in July, with performances at three venues in the County. Lights . . . Camera . . . Music! celebrates the music and melodies of the screen and will be presented by 60 of the County’s most exciting instrumental music-makers. Featured will be the unforgettable themes from Chariots of Fire, The Magnificent Seven, Peter Gunn, Pink Panther, and John Williams’ Superman; medleys from Titanic, James Bond, Oklahoma, and American in Paris; as well as musical theater vocals by Amanda Noce and Greg Kasander. Thursday, July 12 Oxford Area High School Tuesday, July 17 Fugett Middle School (WC) Thursday, July 19 Phoenixville Area High School
All performances at 7:30PM. Tickets available on website or at the door. chescopops.org 610.701.5701
AN ENGLISH PUB IN THE HEART OF HORSE COUNTRY
Pan-seared scallops with warm Israeli couscous.
LUNCH, DINNER & BRUNCH WEDNESDAY-MONDAY 11AM TO MIDNIGHT JOIN US TO SAVOR OUR HANDPICKED SELECTION OF DOMESTIC AND INTERNATIONAL BEERS AND CIDERS WITH A FOCUS ON ENGLISH BREWING TRADITIONS. MONTHLY EVENTS AND SPECIALS
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Wild Boar rack with white bean, tomato and spinach ragout and asparagus.
THE WHIP’S authentic pub atmosphere is a casual and inviting place to try traditional English dishes created from local, sustainable ingredients. Bangers and Mash, Scotch Eggs, Welsh Rarebit and Sticky Toffee Pudding are just a few of the delectable offerings that have earned rave reviews and a loyal following among British expatriates and English-fare converts. PICTURED (L-R): Alan Hudson (manager), Wyatt P. Lash (executive chef)
1383 NORTH CHATHAM ROAD, COATESVILLE • 610.383.0600 • THEWHIPTAVERN.COM
ACORN COTTAGE
Style FINE ART ANTIQUES ORIENTAL RUGS INTERIOR DESIGN ACCESSORIES
Philadelphia model Sonali is wearing a nightgown and robe in "Wild Garden" of French hand-embroidered organza from Val Ombreuse. The jewelry in the handpainted Chinese secretary is one of a kind by artist Elizabeth Matthews. Chair, rugs and bust are antiques.
14 WEST GAY STREET • 610.430.3316
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PICTURED (L-R): Libby (age 10) and her younger sister Carli (age 3)
CREATIVE FAMILY FUN PAINT YOUR OWN POTTERY & BEAD BAR GREAT FOR PARTIES & SPECIAL EVENTS
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104 WEST MARKET STREET • 610.738.0603 • PAINTEDPL ATEPOTTERY.COM
SUMMER DELIGHTS CATERING SERVICES BY THREE LITTLE PIGS
HOST YOUR SHOWER, BIRTHDAY OR SPECIAL EVENT IN OUR SUMMER OUTDOOR SPACE.
131 NORTH HIGH STREET • 610.918.1272 • THREELITTLEPIGSWC.COM
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WHO'S YOUR FARMER?
MEET WEST CHESTER’S COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AGRICULTURE
MARK HIGHLAND Founder and President of “Organic Mechanics” organicmechanicsoil.com
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LISA KERSCHNER North Star Orchard northstarorchard.com
CHRIS KNOBLANCH Farm Manager at Thornbury Farm thornburyfarmcsa.com
RANDELL SPACKMAN Farmer and Owner of Thornbury Farm thornburyfarmcsa.com
THE FOOD REVOLUTION HAS BEGUN. Maybe it's happening in your own backyard this summer, nestled between pea plants and your DIY spirit. But if there's no garden outside your window, you can grab a share of what’s growing in someone else’s. Thanks to the CSAs surrounding West Chester, there's plenty to go around.
How does Community Supported Agriculture work? Buy a share in a local farm’s harvest and reap the rewards of fresh, locally grown produce with the added satisfaction of knowing where it came from. Local farms stay sustainable. Community bonds are strengthened. Land is preserved and nourished. In Japan, this same system is called teikei, which literally translates to “putting the farmers’ face on food.” Here are the faces of our local farmers. Get to know them. Support them. Let’s put a face back on our food.
JIM & SALLY HAMMERMAN In My Back Yard at Misty Hollow imbymistyhollow.com
HANNAH JOHNSTON Inverbrook Farm inverbrook.com
LAURA KASSEES Inverbrook Farm inverbrook.com
In My Back Yard at Misty Hollow
CLAIRE MURRAY Farmer and Owner of Inverbrook Farm inverbrook.com
FIGWESTCHESTER.COM
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TEMPTING FLAVORS
ZAGAT RATED WARM & RELAXING ATMOSPHERE
PICTURED: Marisa and Sean Powell (owners of Pietro's Prime & Nonna's). Sean is also the awardwinning executive chef at Pietro's Prime.
SERVING ONLY PURELAND PRIME BLACK ANGUS BEEF LIVE MUSIC WEDNESDAY, FRIDAY & SATURDAY NIGHTS
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125 WEST MARKET STREET • 484.760.6100 • PIETROSPRIME.COM
ITALIAN ELEGANCE
AUTHENTICALLY PREPARED ITALIAN DISHES SOUP & SALAD PASTAS DELIVERY OPTION AVAILABLE
116 EAST GAY STREET • 610.430.0203 • NONNASWC.COM
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A SWEET ESCAPE WEDDING CAKES BIRTHDAY CAKES CUPCAKES CAKEPOPS CHOCOLATES CHEESECAKES COOKIES BROWNIES DANISH STICKY BUNS
PICTURED: Maryellen Bowers (owner)
FULL SERVICE BAKERY • CATERING FOR EVENTS OF ALL SIZES
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1332 WEST CHESTER PIKE • 484.266.0710 • CAKESANDCANDIESBYMARYELLEN.COM
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FOOD . . . FOR THE SOUL
PICTURED: West Chester Music instructor and guitar enthusiast Jay Scott playing a Bourgeois Country Boy.
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INTIMATE BYOB FRENCH CUISINE SERVING DINNER TUESDAY- SATURDAY SEASONAL SPECIAL EVENTS PICTURED: Peter Gilmore (Owner) PICTURED: Peter Gilmore (Owner/Executive Chef)
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EXCITING & UNIQUE MONTHLY EVENTS
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PICTURED: Carley and Gino Razzi enjoy a glass of their wine while strolling through their vineyard. BELOW: The award-winning Rosé, Traminette and Cabernet
LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED Gino Razzi and his daughter Carley produce award-winning wines from 100% Pennsylvania-grown grapes. Their tasting room in Chadds Ford provides an all-around vineyard experience. Taste, enjoy and cellar Penns Woods wines. Be a part of supporting local wine in Pennsylvania.
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PICTURED: Paul Mingrino (executive chef and co-owner)
SOUTHERN ITALIAN CUISINE
PRIVATE PARTIES & CATERING
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A MEMORABLE DINING EXPERIENCE HARVEST SEASONAL GRILL & WINE BAR DOC MAGROGAN'S OYSTER HOUSE KILDARE'S IRISH PUB
PICTURED: Steve Calise (executive chef)
FARM FRESH INGREDIENTS SEASONALLY CHANGING MENU MOST ITEMS UNDER 500 CALORIES
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PICTURED: Karen Weinstein (executive chef)
FRESH STARTS HERE EXTENSIVE RAW BAR PRIVATE DINING AND EVENT SPACE FRESH QUALITY SEAFOOD DELIVERED DAILY 117 EAST GAY STREET • 610.429.4046 • DOCMAGROGANS.COM
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DEBRA HESS, new owner of Turks Head Yoga, expands her Simply Yoga vision to three great locations. Come experience yoga in a safe and calming atmosphere with Debra and her fabulous staff of teachers.
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GIVING BACK FILLED WITH PASSION, SPIRIT AND A PENCHANT FOR LIFE, it takes nothing more than her infectious, joyful grin to make you realize Anita Broady is special. Fearlessly kicking her corporate 9-5 job to the curb last year, Anita took something she was gifted with, event planning, and started Sugarbaby Events. This summer Anita and Sugarbaby are looking to “soothe your soul” and foster a little groove in your feet with the 2012 Chester County Jazz Festival. Yet, exposing Chester County to exceptional local, regional and international jazz in an engaging family-friendly atmosphere is only one part of the reason Anita has worked feverishly to make this festival materialize. Make no mistake, her lighthearted agenda on the outside is juxtaposed to one hell of a fighter on the inside. The big fight she’s tied to The Chester County Jazz Festival is one of creating exposure to foster attention and aid for the Chester County Food Bank.
ANITA BROADY
CHESTER COUNTY
JAZZ FESTIVAL
June 29- July 1 chestercountyjazzfestival.com
GIVING BACK: anita brody
Such a noble organization doesn’t need any more clout than the 1,200,000 pounds of food delivered to over 65 organizations a year. However, it was a shocking statistic Anita brought to our attention that fuels her desire to stress the help that’s so severely needed: The BackPack Program, designed to provide aid for the 13,000 Chester County children who suffer from hunger due to lack of proper resources, is substantially malnourished itself. 13,000 is an alarming number, but the reality is that the food bank can only support about 1,000 of these kids. A lucky thousand receive a backpack of peanut butter, canned tuna and shelfstable milk every Friday. Even then, another 12,000 are left aching for the gift of a meal for another weekend. The Chester County Jazz Festival will kick off at WCU’s Asplundh Hall Friday, June 29, then take over the quaint Hoopes Park (the perfect community locale to soak up the melody amidst the sunshine) all day Saturday and Sunday. Between the music and festivities, there will be a beautiful chance for people to recognize and support the children of our community who need it. If we all come together and assist in a cause all children deserve, we can help give the nourishment for heads and hearts to grow into the pulse of the future. Proceeds from the Jazz Festival will benefit The Chester County Food Bank as well as the Stephen Chandler Ericson Foundation.
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PICTURED:Anita Broady and her husband & business partner Selwyn at West Chester’s Hoopes Park, the site of this Summer’s Chester County Jazz Festival.
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Dr. Kelly serves individuals committed to personal growth and self-improvement as well as those with more extreme clinical, behavioral or emotional issues. Conveniently located within walking distance from West Chester University and the courthouse.
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PICTURED: Dr. Sharon Kelly, serving West Chester at her downtown office on North High Street.
320 NORTH HIGH STREET • 610.291.8551 • VILL AGEPSYCHOLOGY.COM
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JUNE 6 & 20
JUNE 16 & 17
Free Peripheral Artery Disease Screenings. 6/6, Crozer Medical Plaza at Brinton Lake. 6/20, Springfield Hospital Noon-5pm. Pre-registration required; call 1.866.525.9729
Father's Day Weekend in the Vineyard 6/16, 11am-7pm; 6/17, 11am-5pm pennswoodswinery.com
EVENTS CALENDAR
CROZER-KEYSTONE HEALTH SYSTEM
JUNE JUNE 1 FIRST FRIDAY
DOWNTOWN WEST CHESTER
Stores are open late — visit downtown West Chester to see what's new! 5-9pm; also on 7/6 & 8/3 downtownwestchester.com
THE FIVE SENSES
First Friday West Chester Gallery Walk. Featuring porcelain pottery by John Wilson, who will also be demonstrating wheel-throwing (weather permitting). 5-9pm the5senses.com
JUNE 2
UP ON THE ROOF! PARTY
Chestnut Street Garage Rooftop. A great evening under the stars! 7-11pm downtownwestchester.com
CAKES AND CANDIES BY MARYELLEN
Chocolate Symphony Spring Sensation to benefit the Alzheimer's Association. Loews Philadelphia Hotel 7pm-1:30am chocsymphony2012.kintera.org
JUNE 3
SUPER SUNDAY
Rides, antique cars, crafts, music, food & games on Gay Street! 11am-5pm downtownwestchester.com
KILDARE'S IRISH PUB
KILDARE'S IRISH PUB
Live music with Candiflyp. 10pm-2am kildaresirishpub.com
JUNE 8
TURKS HEAD YOGA
Grand opening of Turks Head West location. 6-9:30pm turksheadyoga.com
CARLINO'S SPECIALTY FOODS AND CATERING
Outdoor grilling and entertaining class in Ardmore. 7-9pm Registration required; contact nick@carlinosmarket.com
JUNE 9 & 10
JUNE 17
KILDARE'S IRISH PUB
Father's Day Brunch. Dad's first 12-ounce beer is on us! Reservations encouraged. 11am-3pm. St. Practice Day with the McDade-Cara School of Irish Dance at 7pm kildaresirishpub.com
JUNE 22
OTTO'S BMW
Team USA Ride and Drive Event $10 donated to the US Olympic Team for every test drive. Refreshments, promotional items & a visit from a local Olympian! 10am-6pm ottosbmw.com
JUNE 23
PHILLY SHAKTI CHANT FESTIVAL
WEST CHESTER STUDIO FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS
Merion Friends Meetinghouse, Merion Station, PA. Look for Turks Head Yoga! 11am-10pm phillyshaktichantfestival.com
JUNE 10
Family Photo Day! Contact us to schedule a time for a casual, colorful family portrait in Everhart Park! werthphotography.com
Three family-friendly one acts at the Chester County Historical Society! 6/9, 7:30pm; 6/10, 2pm westchesterstudio.com; uptownwc.org
THE FIVE SENSES
6th Annual Chester County Hospital Polo Cup. Look for us at this annual sporting event! 1pm cchosp.com the5senses.com
CAKES AND CANDIES BY MARYELLEN
6th Annual Chester County Hospital Polo Cup. Look for us at this annual sporting event! 1pm cchosp.com cakesandcandiesbymaryellen.com
GILMORE'S RESTAURANT
Live Irish acoustic music Noon-4pm; also on 7/1 & 8/5 kildaresirishpub.com
Broadway Comes to Gilmore's. Fivecourse menu based on your favorite Broadway shows! 5 & 7:30pm gilmoresrestaurant.com
JUNE 3 & 24
JUNE 14
Wine, Body, Soul: Yoga in the Vineyard Gentle yoga followed by a wine & cheese pairing. 11am-12:30pm; also on 7/8 & 7/22. Sunset Yoga, 7pm on 8/10 & 8/17 pennswoodswinery.com
Speed Dating with Brandywine Singles. 8-10pm brandywinesingles.com/calendar.html
PENNS WOODS WINERY
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JUNE 7
PENNS WOODS WINERY
KILDARE'S IRISH PUB
WERTH PHOTOGRAPHY
JUNE 24
JAZZ BRUNCH
Faunbrook Bed & Breakfast. Get a preview of the Chester County Jazz Festival with live music & great food on the patio. 10am-2pm chestercountyjazzfestival.com
JUNE 29-JULY 1
CHESTER COUNTY JAZZ FESTIVAL
A weekend-long jazz extravaganza! chestercountyjazzfestival.com
JUNE 30-JULY 1 THE FIVE SENSES
Look for us at the Chester County Jazz Festival! 6/30, 11am-10pm; 7/1, 11am-6pm the5senses.com
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Look for us at the Chester County Jazz Festival! 6/30, 11am-10pm; 7/1, 11am-6pm cakesandcandiesbymaryellen.com
PENNS WOODS WINERY
Big Bang BBQ. Celebrate Independence Day weekend with BBQ, live music & more! 6/30, noon-7pm; 7/1, noon-5pm pennswoodswinery.com
JULY JULY 4
PENNS WOODS WINERY
Fireworks and Wine. Enjoy a glass of wine & the area's best fireworks show! Sunset pennswoodswinery.com
JULY 5
SWINGIN' SUMMER THURSDAY
Great food, live music, dancers & more! 6:30-9:30pm; also on 8/2 downtownwestchester.com
KILDARE'S IRISH PUB
Enjoy your favorite food from Kildare's during Swingin' Summer Thursday. Live music with Candiflyp at 10pm; also on 8/2 kildaresirishpub.com
JULY 6
THE FIVE SENSES
First Friday 7th Annual Margarita Night 5-9pm the5senses.com
JULY 7
THE FIVE SENSES
JULY 12, 17 & 19
THE CHESTER COUNTY POPS ORCHESTRA
Lights ... Camera ... Music! 7/12, Oxford Area High School; 7/17, Fugett Middle School; 7/19, Phoenixville Area High School 7:30pm chescopops.org
TURKS HEAD MUSIC FESTIVAL
Everhart Park. Music, crafters, food, kids' activities & free yoga classes! 11am-8pm turksheadfestival.com
JULY 16
SIDE BAR & RESTAURANT
Playing a Round for SHINE Applecross Country Club Golf, food & drinks to benefit SHINE programs for patients living with cancer 11am-7pm 610.429.8297 or justind@sidebarandrestaurant.com
JULY 17
KILDARE'S IRISH PUB
St. Practice Day. 7pm; also on 8/17 kildaresirishpub.com
JULY 20-22
XPONENTIAL MUSIC FESTIVAL
Wiggins Park on the Camden Waterfront 20+ musicians, one great weekend of music! xpn.org/concerts-events/ xponential-music-festival-2012
JULY 22
THE BRANDYWINE SINGERS
Night at the Movies with the Ocean City Pops. The Music Pier, Ocean City, NJ A festive evening of music at the shore! 8pm thebrandywinesingers.org; oceancitypops.org
AUGUST
IRON HILL TWILIGHT CRITERIUM
First Friday 7th Annual Daiquiri Night. 5-9pm the5senses.com
JULY 8
GILMORE'S RESTAURANT Five-course Sunday Soirée: Crabfest. 5 & 7:30pm gilmoresrestaurant.com
WEST CHESTER
JULY 15
Join us at the West Market Street 6th Annual Block Party (between Church & Darlington Streets). 4-7pm the5senses.com Pro bike racing excitement and family fun! Kids' race starts at 5pm; pro men's race ends around 9pm ironhilltwilightcriterium.com
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Caribbean Night: Caribbean-themed five-course menu. 5 & 7:30pm gilmoresrestaurant.com
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Everything’s better at the lake. Welcome to the most comprehensive outpatient complex in the region–now with advanced cancer care–located right in the Brinton Lake shopping district on Route 1 in Glen Mills. Over 25 medical specialties, plus the latest imaging technologies, a surgery center, sleep center and endoscopy center. One-stop shopping now includes one-stop caring.
• Sleep Center
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For info or an appointment, visit www.CrozerAtTheLake.org or call 1-855-CKHS-4BL (1-855-2547-425).
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We’re 5 hospitals, 2,600 doctors and nurses, and 6,800 caring people with 1 vision. Crozer-Keystone. Something to feel good about. COMMUNITY SUPPORTER
HAIR SERVICES • DEPILATORY CARE • FACIAL THERAPIES • MASSAGE THERAPY NAIL SERVICES • BODY WRAPS AND SCRUBS • MAKEUP AND BEAUTY
PICTURED (L-R): Ryan (stylist) with model Genessa (from the Social Lounge). Dan Funk (executive chef at the Social Lounge) with Chrisi (stylist).
HEY GOOD LOOKIN’ WHAT YA GOT COOKIN’? RIGHT: Model Elaine (from the Social Lounge), with Zoe (hair & make-up artist).
The staff of West Chester’s hottest new restaurant, The Social Lounge (featuring eclectic NEUVO-ORLEANS cuisine), getting their makeover at West Chester’s hottest salon, Calista Grand Salon and Spa, featuring Calista TOOLS products. Calista TOOLS is the innovative hair care and hair appliance company whose products are available on QVC, as well as at Nordstrom, Sephora, ULTA and fine salons everywhere.
Download our free app on any smart phone or iPad for all Calista TOOLS airing on QVC as well as promotions, specials & events at Calista Grand. (Simply go to your app store and search CALISTA GRAND SALON AND SPA) COMMUNITY SUPPORTER
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PICTURED: Scott Lussier (owner) at Marshall Square Park: West Chester's first public square.
ALL PHASES OF TREE CARE TOPIARY & HEDGE PRUNING TREE PRESERVATION DURING CONSTRUCTION CREATING HOLIDAY LIGHT DISPLAYS SELECTION & PLANTING OF TREES AND SHRUBS
A TRUSTED PROFESSIONAL
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PROFESSIONAL TREE CARE & CONSULTING ON LOCATION IN WEST CHESTER • 877.625.0001 • OAKWOODTCP.COM
Oakwood Tree Care promises expert service — a guarantee ensured by owner Scott Lussier's twenty years of experience in the green industry, starting with a Penn State degree in Forestry Science to the last six as a Senior Arborist at the prestigious Longwood Gardens in Kennett Square. Call today to schedule an appointment and see how your foliage can thrive this summer. International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Board Certified Master Arborist (BCMA #PD-0358B). American Society of Consulting Arborists (ASCA) Registered Consulting Arborist (RCA #447) Proud to be a Penn State Alumni. COMMUNITY SUPPORTER
OTTO’S MINI
WEST CHESTER'S OFFICIALLY LICENSED LOCAL MINI DEALERSHIP Since 1968, Otto’s has been dedicated to outperforming customer expectations. We’re thrilled to open our beautiful new showroom in Exton, Pennsylvania, just 10 minutes from West Chester. Stop in for our famed customer service — leave in luxury.
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THE ULTIMATE DRIVING MACHINE PICTURED: The 2012 BMW Z4 sDrive 35i Roadster at Everhart Park, site of the Turks Head Music Festival
OTTO'S BMW IS A PROUD SPONSOR OF THE 30TH ANNIVERSARY OF WEST CHESTER'S CELEBRATED TURKS HEAD MUSIC FESTIVAL JOIN US. The 30th annual Turks Head Music Festival will kick off on Sunday, July 15, at Everhart Park in West Chester. The festivities begin at 11AM and continue until 8PM. The all-day affair will host 80+ crafters and merchants, children’s inflatables and rides, live music, food vendors and much more! COMMUNITY SUPPORTER
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