Weekend FoodWe have lattes at home: The rise of the at-home barista Making coffee at home has turned into an elaborate affair with the surge of at-home espresso machines on the market. Now, coffee shops are leaning in, offering lessons to help master the craft.Emily Bloch 33 minutes agoInside the Inquirer Food Fest pods: Chefs search for their perfect matchAriane Datil An influencer threw a cheesesteak at Pat’s. The internet threw it right back. Michael Klein French vineyards are growing grapes with minimal chemicals — and making better winesMarnie Old, For The Inquirer After six years, David’s Mai Lai Wah reopens its renovated dining room, complete with a new cocktail barKiki Aranita AdvertisementOpinionThe Morris House is a restaurant Bermuda Triangle. Can the new Soufiane finally break the curse?The secluded garden and historic aura of the Morris House craves a distinct menu. But translating the Moroccan-French magic of the new operators' tiny cafe to this much larger space hasn't been easy. Craig LaBan | Columnist Introducing ‘Love at First Bite,’ The Inquirer Food Fest collaboration competitionTwelve Philly chefs are looking for their perfect collab partner — but only one team will earn the title of Love at First Bite. The pods are open.Ariane Datil One of Philly’s elite cocktail bars is opening a bigger second act near Rittenhouse Square Almanac bar manager Rob Scott is a partner with co-owners Vy To and Victor Ng on a two-level cocktail bar being built on 18th Street near Rittenhouse Square.Michael Klein A Voorhees resident has been crowned Pancheros’ Queso Queen. She ordered queso 235 times in the past year.Marynelle Milanese said burrito bowls at Pancheros have long been a way to bond with her husband's family, especially her mother-in-law, Debbie Milanese.Sarah Nicell Sorrentino Pasta closed its Ambler restaurant and shop to pivot to wholesaleRich Sorrentino’s semi-secret restaurant has closed as he’s doubled down on making pastas for supermarkets and other wholesale customers. Eventually, he will open a small retail shop.Michael Klein Did Philly restaurants get more expensive after Michelin recognition? We checked the checks.Higher menu prices followed Philly restaurants earning Michelin stars, Bib Gourmand, or Recommended status. But the price hikes could also be attributed to inflation and other factors.Charmaine Runes Lobsters on the lam? No, Cape May crustaceans didn’t pull off a great nor’easter escapeA widely shared video during the nor'easter showed a dining room at the Lobster House in Cape May. Then Internet jokesters enhanced the video, adding three lobsters swimming out to sea. Brett Sholtis Cheesecake Factory’s Cajun salmon is having a TikTok moment. It’s bringing local crowds — and headaches.How one woman’s customized Cheesecake Factory order spread to millions of viewers, including tennis star Coco Gauff. Meanwhile at the restaurant, the orders are straining the kitchen and servers.Michael Klein Espresso by day, cocktails and sushi counter by night: Palm Vintage brings Miami vibes across the street from City HallPalm Vintage has been operating as a cafe since May but recently added cocktails and dinner service serving high-end sushi in a more casual atmosphere than most omakases in Philly.Kiki Aranita Ms. Rachel’s shout-out to a South Jersey coffee shop boosts business: ‘What are the chances?’Some customers have driven hours to Blended Joe Coffee Bar in Washington Township.Sarah Nicell Australian wine gets a bad rap, but it’s not all Yellow TailThe devaluation of Australian wines in the eyes of American buyers is largely driven by the runaway success of one single bargain brand.Marnie Old, For The Inquirer Popular food truck from a Camden County nonprofit provides job training for people with disabilitiesThe Three Little Birds Cafe food truck is part of the Arc of Camden County's occupational training program.Lacey Latch Philadelphia’s food-safety rules aren’t new. Why does it seem like restaurant inspections have intensified lately?As the city prepares to offer a new food-safety inspection guide to clarify the rules, recent enforcement actions at two restaurants point out gray areas.Michael Klein South Philly’s newest takeout shop specializes in Japanese cutletsChef Ryo Igarashi, who has worked seemingly everywhere, is starting small with Panco, his Japanese takeout eatery in West Passyunk.Michael Klein A group of seniors is hunting for the best South Jersey cheesesteak. Have they found it?The group met playing poker at a 55+ community in Moorestown. After a visit to Donkey's, the retirees are trying a new cheesesteak every month to find something better than the last.Sarah Nicell See more storiesAdvertisement
We have lattes at home: The rise of the at-home barista Making coffee at home has turned into an elaborate affair with the surge of at-home espresso machines on the market. Now, coffee shops are leaning in, offering lessons to help master the craft.Emily Bloch 33 minutes ago
We have lattes at home: The rise of the at-home barista Making coffee at home has turned into an elaborate affair with the surge of at-home espresso machines on the market. Now, coffee shops are leaning in, offering lessons to help master the craft.Emily Bloch 33 minutes ago
French vineyards are growing grapes with minimal chemicals — and making better winesMarnie Old, For The Inquirer
French vineyards are growing grapes with minimal chemicals — and making better winesMarnie Old, For The Inquirer
After six years, David’s Mai Lai Wah reopens its renovated dining room, complete with a new cocktail barKiki Aranita
After six years, David’s Mai Lai Wah reopens its renovated dining room, complete with a new cocktail barKiki Aranita
OpinionThe Morris House is a restaurant Bermuda Triangle. Can the new Soufiane finally break the curse?The secluded garden and historic aura of the Morris House craves a distinct menu. But translating the Moroccan-French magic of the new operators' tiny cafe to this much larger space hasn't been easy. Craig LaBan | Columnist
OpinionThe Morris House is a restaurant Bermuda Triangle. Can the new Soufiane finally break the curse?The secluded garden and historic aura of the Morris House craves a distinct menu. But translating the Moroccan-French magic of the new operators' tiny cafe to this much larger space hasn't been easy. Craig LaBan | Columnist
Introducing ‘Love at First Bite,’ The Inquirer Food Fest collaboration competitionTwelve Philly chefs are looking for their perfect collab partner — but only one team will earn the title of Love at First Bite. The pods are open.Ariane Datil
Introducing ‘Love at First Bite,’ The Inquirer Food Fest collaboration competitionTwelve Philly chefs are looking for their perfect collab partner — but only one team will earn the title of Love at First Bite. The pods are open.Ariane Datil
One of Philly’s elite cocktail bars is opening a bigger second act near Rittenhouse Square Almanac bar manager Rob Scott is a partner with co-owners Vy To and Victor Ng on a two-level cocktail bar being built on 18th Street near Rittenhouse Square.Michael Klein
One of Philly’s elite cocktail bars is opening a bigger second act near Rittenhouse Square Almanac bar manager Rob Scott is a partner with co-owners Vy To and Victor Ng on a two-level cocktail bar being built on 18th Street near Rittenhouse Square.Michael Klein
A Voorhees resident has been crowned Pancheros’ Queso Queen. She ordered queso 235 times in the past year.Marynelle Milanese said burrito bowls at Pancheros have long been a way to bond with her husband's family, especially her mother-in-law, Debbie Milanese.Sarah Nicell
A Voorhees resident has been crowned Pancheros’ Queso Queen. She ordered queso 235 times in the past year.Marynelle Milanese said burrito bowls at Pancheros have long been a way to bond with her husband's family, especially her mother-in-law, Debbie Milanese.Sarah Nicell
Sorrentino Pasta closed its Ambler restaurant and shop to pivot to wholesaleRich Sorrentino’s semi-secret restaurant has closed as he’s doubled down on making pastas for supermarkets and other wholesale customers. Eventually, he will open a small retail shop.Michael Klein
Sorrentino Pasta closed its Ambler restaurant and shop to pivot to wholesaleRich Sorrentino’s semi-secret restaurant has closed as he’s doubled down on making pastas for supermarkets and other wholesale customers. Eventually, he will open a small retail shop.Michael Klein
Did Philly restaurants get more expensive after Michelin recognition? We checked the checks.Higher menu prices followed Philly restaurants earning Michelin stars, Bib Gourmand, or Recommended status. But the price hikes could also be attributed to inflation and other factors.Charmaine Runes
Did Philly restaurants get more expensive after Michelin recognition? We checked the checks.Higher menu prices followed Philly restaurants earning Michelin stars, Bib Gourmand, or Recommended status. But the price hikes could also be attributed to inflation and other factors.Charmaine Runes
Lobsters on the lam? No, Cape May crustaceans didn’t pull off a great nor’easter escapeA widely shared video during the nor'easter showed a dining room at the Lobster House in Cape May. Then Internet jokesters enhanced the video, adding three lobsters swimming out to sea. Brett Sholtis
Lobsters on the lam? No, Cape May crustaceans didn’t pull off a great nor’easter escapeA widely shared video during the nor'easter showed a dining room at the Lobster House in Cape May. Then Internet jokesters enhanced the video, adding three lobsters swimming out to sea. Brett Sholtis
Cheesecake Factory’s Cajun salmon is having a TikTok moment. It’s bringing local crowds — and headaches.How one woman’s customized Cheesecake Factory order spread to millions of viewers, including tennis star Coco Gauff. Meanwhile at the restaurant, the orders are straining the kitchen and servers.Michael Klein
Cheesecake Factory’s Cajun salmon is having a TikTok moment. It’s bringing local crowds — and headaches.How one woman’s customized Cheesecake Factory order spread to millions of viewers, including tennis star Coco Gauff. Meanwhile at the restaurant, the orders are straining the kitchen and servers.Michael Klein
Espresso by day, cocktails and sushi counter by night: Palm Vintage brings Miami vibes across the street from City HallPalm Vintage has been operating as a cafe since May but recently added cocktails and dinner service serving high-end sushi in a more casual atmosphere than most omakases in Philly.Kiki Aranita
Espresso by day, cocktails and sushi counter by night: Palm Vintage brings Miami vibes across the street from City HallPalm Vintage has been operating as a cafe since May but recently added cocktails and dinner service serving high-end sushi in a more casual atmosphere than most omakases in Philly.Kiki Aranita
Ms. Rachel’s shout-out to a South Jersey coffee shop boosts business: ‘What are the chances?’Some customers have driven hours to Blended Joe Coffee Bar in Washington Township.Sarah Nicell
Ms. Rachel’s shout-out to a South Jersey coffee shop boosts business: ‘What are the chances?’Some customers have driven hours to Blended Joe Coffee Bar in Washington Township.Sarah Nicell
Australian wine gets a bad rap, but it’s not all Yellow TailThe devaluation of Australian wines in the eyes of American buyers is largely driven by the runaway success of one single bargain brand.Marnie Old, For The Inquirer
Australian wine gets a bad rap, but it’s not all Yellow TailThe devaluation of Australian wines in the eyes of American buyers is largely driven by the runaway success of one single bargain brand.Marnie Old, For The Inquirer
Popular food truck from a Camden County nonprofit provides job training for people with disabilitiesThe Three Little Birds Cafe food truck is part of the Arc of Camden County's occupational training program.Lacey Latch
Popular food truck from a Camden County nonprofit provides job training for people with disabilitiesThe Three Little Birds Cafe food truck is part of the Arc of Camden County's occupational training program.Lacey Latch
Philadelphia’s food-safety rules aren’t new. Why does it seem like restaurant inspections have intensified lately?As the city prepares to offer a new food-safety inspection guide to clarify the rules, recent enforcement actions at two restaurants point out gray areas.Michael Klein
Philadelphia’s food-safety rules aren’t new. Why does it seem like restaurant inspections have intensified lately?As the city prepares to offer a new food-safety inspection guide to clarify the rules, recent enforcement actions at two restaurants point out gray areas.Michael Klein
South Philly’s newest takeout shop specializes in Japanese cutletsChef Ryo Igarashi, who has worked seemingly everywhere, is starting small with Panco, his Japanese takeout eatery in West Passyunk.Michael Klein
South Philly’s newest takeout shop specializes in Japanese cutletsChef Ryo Igarashi, who has worked seemingly everywhere, is starting small with Panco, his Japanese takeout eatery in West Passyunk.Michael Klein
A group of seniors is hunting for the best South Jersey cheesesteak. Have they found it?The group met playing poker at a 55+ community in Moorestown. After a visit to Donkey's, the retirees are trying a new cheesesteak every month to find something better than the last.Sarah Nicell
A group of seniors is hunting for the best South Jersey cheesesteak. Have they found it?The group met playing poker at a 55+ community in Moorestown. After a visit to Donkey's, the retirees are trying a new cheesesteak every month to find something better than the last.Sarah Nicell
