Cheu Noodle Bar is Now Open

New Restaurant Alert! The Cheu Noodle Bar is now open! Located at 255 South 10th St, the Cheu Noodle Bar opens in the afternoon ready to serve eccentric noodle dishes to its customers.   Tuesday is a funny day to be closed. However, its hours are Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday 4-10 p.m. The weekends is open an hour later; Friday and Saturday 4-11 p.m. Owners, chefs, and good friends,Ben Puchowitz and Shawn Darragh were set on creating classic noodle dishes with a little twist. Puchowitz worked as a chef at Matyson restaurant downtown for four years. Darragh has extensive food marketing experience to help their noodle bar dream come alive! Click here for their menu. Oodle Noodles! – Written by Adrienne more »

Easiest Meals to Cook if You Can’t Cook

We’ve all been there, the day when we’re challenged to step up to the plate, literally, and somehow cook a meal to impress our friends, family, or special someone. Only problem? Not all of us were paying close enough attention to mom growing up so we’re left scared, worried, and a little bit hopeless for our chances of actually making something come together. Well, we are bringing you some quick fix solutions for those nights you need a little help. Here is a few of our favorite and easiest meals to cook if you can’t cook. Quick & Easy Lasagna You can never go wrong with mom’s home cooked lasagna. Try this quick recipe, found more »

Scannicchio’s The Best of the Best BYOB

Scannicchio’s has been voted the best BYOB in South Philly for the 6th year in the row. They have been thriving in the BYOB category since 2006. This small Italian restaurant has only been in South Philly for 8 years, but they have made their mark on the city. Scannicchio’s was opened by Chef & Owner Christian Varalli and partner Mike Gibson on August 1st 2003. Christian and Mike have been lifelong friends and have always dreamed of opening their own restaurant. The restaurant is in a cozy location right on Broad Street.  The dining room seats 70 diners comfortably, with contemporary Italian music playing softly in the background.  In their first year, Scannicchio’s won Best of Philadelphia, for Italian more »

Donors are Heroes 11th Anniversary THE Party

Celebrate National Donate Life Month with a fun night of cocktails, dancing and food from eleven of Philadelphia’s finest restaurants and caterers at the Donors Are Heroes 11th Anniversary THE Party. Donors are Heroes, founded in 2001, is a group of committed volunteers working together to support the Gift of Life program, the nonprofit organ and tissue donor program serving the eastern half of Pennsylvania, South Jersey, and Delaware. Since its founding in 1974, Gift of Life has served as the link between donors and patients awaiting life-saving transplants. The event will take place on Friday, April 26th at 8:00 PM at the Four Seasons Hotel in Philadelphia.  THE Party will raise funds to help maintain public awareness programs, school more »

Foods That Help You Sleep

Foods That Help You Sleep   Spring has sprung in Philadelphia, but most of us are to drained from our days to enjoy the weather. For whatever reason it may be, some of us have trouble falling asleep, staying asleep, or are too busy to stop their lives to get some good night rest. We all have our own reasons, but let me just reassure you, you are not alone. More than 50 million Americans do not get enough sleep. Sleep gives our body the rest we need, and it also comes with amazing health benefits. A good night sleep helps keep you happy, keeps your brain nibble, helps your immune system, keeps your weight more »

Caribbean Cuisine Week in Philly

Caribbean Cuisine Week has almost arrived to Philadelphia. Caribbean and Latin restaurants from the city will be including an appetizer, main course, and dessert for $33 or less. This cuisine week will be held on April 16-18 and includes restaurants such as Reef, Table 31, Cuba Libre, Time and more. Caribbean Cuisine week is filled with food, music and fun for a good cause. Part of the proceeds go to Young Friends of Team Jamaica and assist high school athletes from the Caribbean to attend the Penn Relays- the largest track and field meet in the United States. For more information visit www.caribbeancuisineweek.com or call 215- 600- 1603.

Charter Court Apartments

High Quality Living at an Affordable Price As many people know, finding affordable living in the beautiful city of Philadelphia can be a difficult search. You may find a place that has everything you want but you can’t afford it. Or maybe you found a place that you can afford but it is not meeting any of your expectations. Well that hectic search for a quality and affordability is over with the new renovations at Charter Court Apartments. Located in the beautiful East Falls neighborhood, this building offers one of the best value apartments for rent in Philadelphia. It has easy access to local Universities and plenty of shopping and dining options. While visiting this newly renovated building, I more »

This is it 2013 has Arrived!

The wait is over! What better way to kick off a new year than by honoring those who make Philly the most unique city around? It’s time for Philadelphians everywhere to contribute to the ultimate “Best of the Best” list to ever hit our city! This is it TV and This is it Philly are proud to present This is it 2013- Philly’s own hand picked list of their favorite people, places, events, and businesses that sets our city apart from and above the rest! By submitting your picks you will also be added to the This is it 2013 official guest list, granting you access to all upcoming parties and events celebrating the nominees more »

Chew Philly: Spicing Up Your Next City Tour

Looking for a new twist on your average historical tour? Tired of the same old food tasting and flavors of your favorite restaurants? If so, we have just the activity for you. Chew Philly offers a new spin on traditional sight seeing and culinary showcases. Hit the pavement in beautiful Manayunk for a two and a half hour experience that with enlighten your inner historian and excite your taste buds. And being the city of brotherly love, Chew Philly also donates a portion of all their sales to Philabundance, a great cause that helps feed those in need within our city. Spend an afternoon walking around one of Philly’s most architecturally unique and diverse food more »

Sakura Mandarin: Chinatown’s Bright Green Beauty

  Cheap sushi rolls, complimentary green tea, and BYOB. What more could you ask for in a restaurant (especially in Chinatown)! I myself, am a huge fan of sushi. So, when I get a craving where do I turn to? Sakura Mandarin. Their sushi rolls are to die for. Not only that, they are very inexpensive compared to many other places. The simple hand rolls, such as spicy tuna and spicy crab are two of my favorites. If your feeling fancy, order one of their Special rolls like the Sakura Roll or the Angry Dragon Roll. Not a fan of sushi? Don’t fret because Sakura’s extensive menu has almost any type of Chinese or Japanese food you could dream more »