Monthly Archives: August, 2009

The Social Italian

I got a chance to talk with the man behind The Italian Social Club in West Chester, Executive Chef John Giannantonio. Read More

Button-Down Bliss; The newly renovated Bar Savona in Gulph Mills

By Dawn E. Warden As Tierra, 100 Old Gulph Road was a playground for the culinary elite—a special-occasion restaurant too expensive for many Main Liners. But when the name switched to Savona, things loosened up—a little. For some, though, the crisp, white tablecloths, formal service, European-trained staff and Wine Spectator-caliber cellar were still a bit Read More

Thrill of the Grill

All the necessities for the perfect outdoor feast, from luscious recipes to expert tips, gadgets and more. By Dawn E. Warden With several more weeks of summer still ahead of us and plenty of locally grown produce at our fingertips, there’s no better time to refill the propane tank (or stock up on charcoal or Read More

Classic Car Show and Food Drive This Weekend

DRIVE OUT HUNGER – Classic Car Show & Food Drive Date: Saturday, August 22, 2009 (rain or shine) Time: 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM ET Location: QVC Studio Park parking lot (1200 Wilson Dr., West Chester PA 19380) Cost: The event is free! Please bring non-perishable food items.* Come out and join us at QVC Read More

A Dream Come True…Local Food Writer and Chef Husband Open Avril BYOB

Avril BYOB [134 Bala Avenue, Bala Cynwyd, PA; 610-667-2626], the realized dream of husband and wife team Christian Gatti and April Lisante is set to open Wednesday, August 5. Gatti, a longtime Philadelphia chef and Lisante, former Philadelphia Daily News food editor, will open a 50-seat, white linen BYOB on Philadelphia’s esteemed Main Line. Offering Read More

Half Off at 333 Belrose Bar & Grill

Radnor, PA – (August 18, 2009) – Beginning at 5:00pm every Monday through Thursday enjoy 1/2 off the Bar Menu at 333 Belrose (333 Belrose Lane, Radnor, PA; 610.293.1000). Offer available in the bar only. 333 Belrose Bar Menu… (prices reflect 1/2 off) 1/2 DOZEN SPICY BUFFALO CHICKEN WINGS 3 CRISPY SALT AND PEPPER CALAMARI Read More