Food - The Temple News

French-Canadian cuisine comes to South Philly

20 October 2015 Madeline Presland

Chef Andy Tessier is utilizing French cooking techniques at new restaurant Coeur.

Alex Long works in the kitchen during staff training at Front Street Café. | Margo Reed TTN

Cafe brings organic options to Front Street

13 October 2015 Madeline Presland

Front Street Cafe boasts an all natural and vegetable-based menu.

Amanda Woodward, (right), dines with friends Thomas Krauss and Sean Cassidy at Café Lift, a brunch spot in Center City that expected more customers. | Patrick Clark TTN

Restaurants underwhelmed following papal weekend

06 October 2015 Madeline Presland

Despite the large influx of tourists, local restaurants reported slow business and financial losses during Pope Francis’ stay in Philadelphia.

Food vending bill passed by Mayor effective next spring

06 October 2015 Julie Christie

The new district aims to organize food trucks.

Beer, baked goods and other treats hit Fishtown’s streets to end the fifth season of Night Market.

Mike Geno paints cheese art for clients around the world. | Margo Reed TTN

Alumnus brings cheese from kitchen to canvas

22 September 2015 Madeline Presland

Two cheese enthusiasts found their niche in Philly’s food culture.

Meltkraft employee, James Lessman (top), slices one of Meltkraft’s most popular cheeses, Crema De Blue, for customers to inspect and sample before purchase. All of the cheeses come from the Valley Shepherd Creamery’s farm in New Jersey, where over 30 kinds of goat, cow and sheep cheeses are produced. | Brian Tom TTN

At Reading Terminal, melting new pairings with old favorites

08 September 2015 Madeline Presland

With a new storefront opening on 17th Street, Valley Shepherd Creamery brings its adventurous Meltkraft menu from Reading Terminal Market to Rittenhouse Square.

Arnessa Smith works at the Saffron Grill, a Halal station that was added to the Valaida S. Walker Food Court this summer. | Margo Reed TTN

Temple Dining adds variety for students

01 September 2015 Lian Parsons

The changes include new decor, menus and food options throughout campus.