LaBan looks at 5 legacy Shore restaurants | Morning Newsletter
And yes, your Fourth of July barbecue will be a bit more expensive.
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With temperatures expected to reach into the 90s this afternoon, no one would blame you for starting your holiday weekend — whether that’s heading down the Shore or to your local pool — a little early.
First up for our Friday, Craig LaBan’s tour of the Jersey Shore continues with a look at five restaurants north of Ocean City that have impressed him with their ability to preserve their storied legacies and remain true to their pasts while also transitioning into the future under new ownership.
Then, we take a visual look at how much of an impact inflation is going to have on your Fourth of July barbecue, whether that’s your burgers or your pyrotechnics.
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America’s birthday is always one of the busiest weekends of the summer down the Shore. But whether you’re heading down for a long holiday weekend or have a more substantial vacation planned later this summer, you likely have a slew of favorite restaurants and dining spots along the coast.
As Craig LaBan reports, legacy restaurants from Ocean City to LBI are undergoing ownership changes. And while the people behind the counter might be different, each of the five places he highlighted is working hard to preserve the legacy of the original owners.
“Old restaurant institutions don’t always age well, especially at the Jersey Shore where real estate is precious and the profit-making season is short,” writes LaBan. “But this summer I came across several new projects where the torch has been passed with care.”
Added local restaurant icon Cookie Till: “We’re honoring the past, but also creating something new.” Read more here.
What you should know today
Here are 14 things you can do this weekend. We also took a look at all the concerts going on in Philly this weekend, including Welcome America and more.
And here’s where to catch fireworks shows in Philly or down the Shore.
Speaking of fireworks, random amateur shows won’t be as big of an issue this year.
Here’s what will be open and what will be closed Monday.
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The Sixers made an early splash in NBA free agency by agreeing to a three-year, $33.2 million deal with former Heat forward P.J. Tucker.
Local Coronavirus numbers: Here’s your daily look at the latest COVD-19 numbers.
Fourth of July is going to be a bit more expensive this year. Whether you’re hosting a barbecue or simply looking to buy some fireworks, you’re going to have to dig a bit deeper into your pockets. And it shouldn’t come as a surprise that transportation costs, boosted by sky-high fuel prices, are the biggest culprit when it comes to the holiday inflation.
Fireworks, for example, could cost 25% to 30% more this year than in the past, as the price to import them from China has nearly quadrupled, according to those in the industry.
“It’s astounding,” Phantom Fireworks vice president and general counsel William Weimer said of the “real killer” that transportation costs have become.
But that added cost is also going to be hitting your plates, with hamburger meat up 15% and some chicken up as much as 30%. Read more from Jasen Lo and Katie Krzaczek here.
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🤬 Mad about: Someone stole a community fridge in South Philly.
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👟 Shopping for: Elena Delle Donne’s signature shoe from Nike, which she revealed this week.
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Four undefeated UFC fighters all train at this same gym in Frankford.
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That’s it for me. My colleague Ashley Hoffman will be back this weekend with the Sunday newsletter. Have a great holiday!