When I arrived to meet head barista Ryan Hagen, he had just stoked the wood-fired oven in preparation for the following day’s baking, and I quickly felt the sense for the warmth exuded by Soltane Breads and Spreads. Read More
This February, don’t be unprepared! Whether you’re stocking up for a last minute dinner party with friends or a Valentine’s Day surprise, we’ve compiled a list of local pairings that are perfect for any occasion. With the 14th right around the corner, why not grab a few items we’ve suggested and get creative! Read More
When two new Mexican restaurants popped up in Phoenixville last November, we realized it was time for a fiesta. El Burrito and Hacienda La Michoacana are two not-to-be-missed additions to Bridge Street. While both feature Mexican food, each restaurant is unique and possesses it’s own distinctive style. Here’s the scoop on both! Read More
This holiday season, I’ve taken a lesson from the children, poor college students and grade school teachers I know. Homemade gifts are IN! Read More
With the coming of colder weather, I have been completely fixated on making batch after batch of homemade soup. Soup is an amazing thing to me because I can generally get away with meatless meals that are easy on my wallet, both of which I love. While I’m not a strict vegetarian, I do enjoy cooking for myself sans-meat much more, and I spend less at the grocery store! Read More
Last weekend I picked up a container of FreshaPeel Hummus’ Pumpkin Dessert Hummus, and now I can’t get enough. It’s the perfect fall treat that I don’t feel guilty eating. I contacted Deb & Richard LeBoon, the sister and brother team behind FreshaPeel Hummus, to learn more about this delightful creation. Read More
Bargain Basement Gourmet is a regular feature that highlights low cost-per-serving recipes, local wallet friendly dining experiences and other fun and innovative ways to eat well on a budget. This is the first installment of this column. Read More
One lazy summer Saturday I happened to stumble upon a blog featuring an assortment of Bachelor’s Jam recipes, and replicating this delicious concoction soon became my newest obsession. Read More
I arrived at Taste, the newest addition to Bridge Street, with an open mind and lots of questions. I had been to wineries and tasting rooms before, but none that boasted a “gourmet experience,” and I was pleasantly surprised by what I discovered inside. Read More