Philadelphia, PA - Folks who are homesick for Philadelphia can enjoy a free classic Philly snack this week, thanks to a partnership between VISIT PHILADELPHIA and Philly Pretzel Factory. On Wednesday, December 19 at more than 75 stores from Texas to Massachusetts, Philly Pretzel Factory will give one free soft pretzel to in-store customers who say they are “homesick for Philly.” Part of VISIT PHILADELPHIA’s Homesick Philly campaign, the “Homesick for the Holidays” giveaway is happening at nationwide stores at least 40 miles outside the city.

Philadelphia, PA - This year, POPEYES is introducing “The Emotional Support Chicken” to offer a good laugh throughout the difficult holiday travel time. Beginning Tuesday, December 18, visitors moving through Philadelphia International Airport can find a three-piece chicken tenders combo that has an “Emotional Support Chicken” carrier at Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen within Terminal C to take along their flight.

Philadelphia, PA - On Sunday, March 10 and Monday, March 11, Drexel University’s annual Philly Chef Conference is going to come back to University City, attracting top-level culinary arts and food talent from all around the planet to Philadelphia. Hospitality Management Program Director Mike Traud is happy to announce this year’s fantastic roster of participants and panelists. Passes for all activities will be on sale the same day in which the full agenda is published on the net: Wednesday, January 16 at noon.

Philadelphia, PA - Skillet Chili Mac, as cold weather draws near, almost nothing warms the heart and soul like Chili. This Skillet Chili Mac, which makes use of Borden Cheese Thick Cut Four Cheese Mexican Shreds, offers up a fast and effortless path to a warm and relaxing evening.

Philadelphia, PA - Crockpot Cowboy Casserole - Put your game face on, its tailgating season! Don’t let complicated food foil your game day plans. The recipe for tailgating success lies in food that is fun and packed full of flavor. TABASCO Sauce has teamed up with Chelsea Lords of  Chelsea’s Messy Apron.

Philadelphia, PA - While the spooky season is already underway, that also means Día de Los Muertos is just around the corner on November 1st. This year, chef Bricia Lopez of LA’s Guelaguetza created a unique twist on mole – a staple of the Mexican day of remembrance.

Philadelphia, PA - Bala Cynwyd’s The Dairy Cafe at 321 Montgomery Avenue closed its doors and will return across the street this April as Zagafen over at 370 Montgomery Avenue, a fantastic all-kosher adaptation of Philadelphia's pizzeria Zavino. Proprietor David Magerman along with consultant Greg Dodge of Zavino Hospitality (ZHG) unveiled the news in front of The Dairy Cafe which has happily supported the area’s largest Orthodox neighborhood for the last three years.

Philadelphia, PA - Stock on Rittenhouse, Chef Tyler Akin's Southeastern Asian concept and well-known Southeast Asian BYOB. Stock will open shop in Rittenhouse along with a more laid-back adaptation of the restaurant tailored towards a fast-casual crowd. Tyler Akin's Southeast Asian concept.

Brickwall Tavern – A Jersey-based pub promises the Gayborhood 20 beers on tap and comfort food, come late fall.Roomy tavern paring comfort food staples & craft taps in lofty quarters with big screen TVs.

Philadelphia, PA - Jezebel's Cafe a contemporary manifestation of Northwestern Argentine cultures, operated by Chef and Designer Jezabel Careaga, is closing the doors on its first locality in the Fitler Square location and moving to a space located adjacent to Jezebel's Studio located in West Philadelphia.

Philadelphia, PA - After 16 Years, Capogiro the native gelateria, will close all of its stores, stopping all operations immediately after this weekend. Italian-style frozen dessert gelateria which once attained worldwide recognition has recently announced it's going to end operations on Sunday, December 9th — almost 16 years after first opening its doors in Old City.

Philadelphia, PA - The Queen of Barbacoa, Cristina Martinez and her husband Ben Miller have recently closed up El Compadre, their son’s Italian Market torta restaurant. The couple had taken over the restaurant shortly after Isaías Berriozabal-Martinez, Cristina's son, passed away suddenly, in 2017.