Food

‘Over-eating season’ calls for baked goods

05 December 2011 Caitlin Weigel

Columnist Caitlin Weigel says the most important culinary aspect of the holiday season is cookies. It’s the last column of the semester and I’m finding myself with a slight tear in my eye, but a

Sustainable eats

28 November 2011 Kara Savidge

Slow Food Philly released its first batch of “Snail Approved” restaurants, breweries and markets that are furthering Slow Food’s mission. Jennifer Prensky and her husband Mitch Prensky follow the food supply chain to their restaurant

Thanksgiving celebration takes a vegan twist

28 November 2011 Alexsia Brown

Vegans met at Seventh Day Adventist Church for a meat-free Thanksgiving dinner organized by the Public Eye. While some were feasting with their families on Thanksgiving Day, a select few decided to engage in a

Gelato gains global recognition as No. 1 ice cream spot

28 November 2011

Capogiro, a four-store gelato chain in Philadelphia, was dubbed the No. 1 place for ice cream in the world by “National Geographic.” According to “National Geographic,” Philadelphia should be celebrated for more than just its

Bakery puts creative twist on doughy classic

14 November 2011 Caitlin Weigel

Columnist Caitlin Weigel said that a lengthy trek to South Philly’s Federal Donuts is worth the trip, but make sure to get there early. The hype for Federal Donuts began early in the summer and

Comfort foods satisfy

31 October 2011 Caitlin Weigel

A trip to Stephen Starr’s Jones induces a nostalgic realization about comfort food. Comfort is defined as something that soothes or consoles us–that brings us reassurance, relief or consolation. Comfort is a state of ease

Tacos easily ‘roll up’ ingredients

17 October 2011 Caitlin Weigel

Columnist Caitlin Weigel said Mexicali provides quality Mexican eats for cheaper prices than its neighboring counterpart, Distrito. Despite, or perhaps because of, my limited understanding of the Spanish language, I believe that “taco” means “delicious