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Philadelphia’s Southeast Asian market opens for the season this weekend in FDR Park. KYW Newsradio’s Hadas Kuznits chats with Catzie Vilayphonh and Kayla Sok of the Cambodian Association of Greater Philadelphia about the food, the history and the future of the market.

Two new pizza restaurants bookend the city from Roxborough to Philadelphia International Airport. KYW Newsradio's Hadas Kuznits chats with TJ Doyle, one of five neighborhood friends who bought Alex’s Pizza in Roxborough. She also chats with Marcie Turney, who collaborated with a partner to open Good Luck Pizza Co. at Philadelphia International Airport.

Philly’s “Iron Chef,” James Beard Award-winning Jose Garces, opens his third Amada restaurant. KYW Newsradio’s Hadas Kuznits met him at the Radnor restaurant where they spoke about the opening, the layout and the tableside service, geeked out over kitchen equipment, and dreamed about warmer spring weather as they looked out on Amada’s two outdoor patio spaces from their vantage point in the dining room.

Chloe Grigri, a 2023 James Beard Award nominee, has opened a new wine bar, Superfolie, with her husband, Vincent Stipo. She chats with KYW Newsradio’s Hadas Kuznits about the opening, the nomination, wines on tap, and another personal project she’s expecting in about three or four months.

Brewerytown Food Hall opens at 1353 N. 31st Street in the city’s Brewerytown neighborhood. KYW Newsradio's Hadas Kuznits visits the massive restaurant where she chats with Glu Hospitality owner Derek Gibbons about their tenth restaurant concept, neighborhood real estate… and how they hope to be a community gathering spot for those who live nearby.

A new steakhouse opens in Malvern. KYW Newsradio’s Hadas Kuznits chats with Joe Monnich who, with Justin Weathers, is co-owner of Stove and Co. Restaurant Group. They discuss how the name ‘Joey Chops’ came to be, what factors go into making a delicious steak, and, Monnich’s long history with the building at 245 Lancaster Ave.

Brewerytown’s Rybrew has reopened at a new location at 2600 West Girard Ave. KYW Newsradio’s Hadas Kuznits speaks with Stephanie Pollock who owns this and another store with her husband, Ryan. She talks about how they’re expanding their draft program. They also talk about expansion during the pandemic, plus, the growing pains of business ownership.

Philly chef Joncarl Lachman has opened a new Dutch restaurant in South Philly called Dankbaar, just in time for Valentine’s Day. He spoke with KYW Newsradio’s Hadas Kuznits about the history of Dutch cuisine in America, some of the standout dishes he’ll be offering, and some of the Dutch dance music he’ll be playing at his newest restaurant.

A former event space is reopening as a weekend-only prohibition-style bar, serving up potent cocktails that are barrel-aged in-house. KYW Newsradio’s Hadas Kuznits chats with New Liberty Distillery manager Jacob Looney about The Tasting Room on their third floor, which he describes as the Old Kensington neighborhood’s best-kept secret.

If you haven’t been to Reading Terminal Market in a while, there are lots of new developments, including two new food stands and an expansion. KYW Newsradio’s Hadas Kuznits chats with the market’s newest tenants, Jacob and Alexandra Cohen of Kismet Bialys. They answer the question: What is a bialy and from where did it originate? Also, Andrew Rutter talks about the new General’s Jerky, and Bill Beck describes the new buildout of Beck’s Cajun Cafe that has increased the restaurant’s footprint to 24 counter seats.

It’s been a busy year for chef Dane DeMarco. They opened a second New Jersey restaurant in less than a year. KYW Newsradio’s Hadas Kuznits chats with DeMarco about their new Haddonfield restaurant, Gass and Main, including the stories behind the name, the decor and the quirky yet elevated menu.

An iconic Philadelphia restaurant celebrates its 40th anniversary this month…. And as KYW Newsradio's Hadas Kuznits reports, the restaurant group that owns it will also be opening two new restaurants this year.

It’s Dry January, a month when many people choose to stop or slow down their drinking habits for the month. But that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy a non-alcoholic mixed drink. KYW Newsradio’s Hadas Kuznits chats with Lee Noble, a cocktail class instructor at Art in the Age, about mocktail classes and recipes to get you through the month.

New Year's Eve tends to be a big holiday for champagne, but the ripple effect of 2020 pandemic-related shortages is prompting some liquor stores to impose limits on select Champagne purchases. So, what else is there to drink? KYW Newsradio’s Hadas Kuznits chats with Gordana Kostovski, owner, operator and sommelier of Townsend Wentz Restaurant Group. She explains why there are still shortages and recommends comparable sparkling wines to drink this weekend if you can’t get a hold of your favorite brand.

Grassia’s Italian Market Spice Company, which closed last month, is now reopening under a new name, Gargano’s. KYW Newsradio's Hadas Kuznits chats with building and business owner John Gargano about what to expect when he officially opens New Year's weekend. He also chats about the history of this historic Italian Market building.

Philly chef Townsend Wentz opened a new tavern at 1123 Walnut St. called The Hayes. He chats with KYW Newsradio’s Hadas Kuznits about the food, the inspiration and why he feels like he’s going back to his roots with this restaurant’s menu.

A new restaurant recently opened on the Main Line that’s sure to interest train enthusiasts. The Pullman Restaurant and Bar is located at the Bryn Mawr Station in an adjacent building that used to be the old freight station, where passengers’ luggage was once housed. KYW Newsradio’s Hadas Kuznits speaks with restaurant co-owner Roni Hammer about the decor, the food and the history.

East Passyunk Avenue celebrates their inaugural Hot Chocolate Crawl this month, with restaurants serving a variety of regular or spiked hot chocolate during the “Second Saturday” monthly shopping promotion. KYW’s Hadas Kuznits chats more about the event with Adam Leiter of the East Passyunk Avenue Business Improvement District and Rachel Haxby, General Manager of Cantina Los Caballitos.

The winter holiday season officially begins the day after Thanksgiving. That’s what Philadelphia’s Christmas Village is all about! KYW’s Hadas Kuznits chats with Lisa Lionhardi of the Philadelphia Christmas Village to help you strategize how to eat and drink your way through this seasonal pop-up market which sprawls across Love Park, the courtyard of City Hall and on North Broad Street, adjacent to City Hall.

A Portuguese inspired “Euro bar” opens in South Philadelphia at 941 S. 8th Street. KYW’s Hadas Kuznits chats with Grace & Proper partner Susan Freeman, along with General Manager Ryan Rayer about the food, the history  and why they want you to consider them to be your friendly neighborhood establishment.