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Philly Foodies want to know, what food and drinks does Plant-based Honey Pair Well With?

Philly Foodies want to know, what does Plant-based Honey Pair Well With?

You keep reading about plant-based honey. The environmental story, the nutrition.  But how does it taste?  What can you pair it with?  Let’s find out in an exclusive interview with Mellody Food’s Darko Mandich.

Darko Mandich is a food entrepreneur in San Francisco. After spending almost a decade in the European honey industry as a business executive, Darko committed to reimagining the honey industry to become sustainable. Darko immigrated from Europe to California to launch Mellody, the world’s first plant-based honey brand. Darko is an advocate of saving the bees and wild pollinators.

Mellody Food's Darko Mandich

Mellody Food’s Darko Mandich

 

Recently, I had a chance to talk with Darko.

 

You said you are a foodie. What are some incredible food pairings that you recommend with this honey?

 

When I like to talk about food, I always like to join food and beverage.

What does Plant-based Honey Pair Well With?

What does Plant-based Honey Pair Well With?

 

I’ll start with beverages first. I think this honey is perfect for mocktails and cocktails. It gives just enough of sweetness that someone is looking for in their alcoholic cocktail or non-alcoholic cocktail.

 

Will Plant-based Honey pair well With baklava

Will Plant-based Honey pair well With baklava

 

In terms of food, I would split it into savory and sweet. Sweet applications are my favorite, I just have a sweet tooth. My favorite dessert is Baklava because it comes from the part of the world where I come from. My wife, who’s a home chef, [used our honey to make] baklava and it was amazing.

 

We did an amazing collaboration with an upscale Italian plant-based restaurant in San Francisco Baia. They created this amazing, vegan panna cotta with our honey on top. It was culinary mastery developed by Chef Joshua Yap, who started working with Chef Matthew Kenny, who is also a well-known, plant-based chef.

 

Will plant-based honey pair well with a burger

Will plant-based honey pair well with a burger

In terms of savory applications, that opens a whole new world of opportunities. How we interact with stuff like pizza and honey, burgers and honey. Obviously honey and vinaigrette and olive oil, used as a dressing for salads, honey mustard, just name it.

 

What’s next for Mellody? What are the next steps out there for you?

 

Getting into as many restaurants as possible in this country. People are inquiring about the standalone product [separate from the speciality box] get it very soon at Eleven Madison Home.

Working on getting this product to as many people as possible, and just to invite everybody to participate in this mission of creating the sustainable future of honey.

I’m just excited about every tiny step in this journey until melody becomes the word for honey.

 

Eleven Madison Home's The Specialty Tea and Honey Box featuring Mellody Honey

Eleven Madison Home’s The Specialty Tea and Honey Box featuring Mellody Honey

 

Is the honey currently available at Eleven Madison Home?

 

Yeah, the honey is currently available. The Specialty Tea and Honey Box launched for the Mother’s Day collection and Earth Month.

It’s a specially curated box of artisanal teas coming from different parts of the world with honey and also amazing, shortbread cookies. All plant-based, also made with our honey. That’s available right now

Sometime very soon a standalone jar [of honey] will also be available to Eleven Madison Home.

Eleven Madison Home's The Specialty Tea and Honey Box featuring Mellody Honey

Eleven Madison Home’s The Specialty Tea and Honey Box featuring Mellody Honey

 

Tell us again what’s available, how to find it; and how to follow you and support you.

 

Yeah, follow us on Instagram and TikTok at MellodyFoods

In terms of purchasing, head to ElevenMadisonHome.com and you can purchase it there.

Saving the bees is learning more about them. Learning more about pollinators and you can do that on our social media.

And finally, if you’re equally passionate about bees and plants as we are, ask your favorite restaurant to reach out to us to offer Mellody in your favorite restaurant. It can be a vegan restaurant on non-vegan.

We are gonna work with all the restaurants that reach out to us where people ask to see our product offered, either on the menu, either within a meal, or just if you order a cup of tea and you want a side of Mellody.

 

Favorite Dinner and a Movie?  Asking Movie-Lover Chris Gore, ‘Attack of the Doc’ available April 24 

Favorite Dinner and a Movie?  Asking Movie-Lover Chris Gore, ‘Attack of the Doc’ available April 24 

Dinner and a movie is a classic.  Date night.  Out with friends.  Or out making new friends.  Everyone has a favorite dish and drink they look for on the menu.  Or maybe you’re ready to taste something new?

Today I sat down with Chris Gore, the writer / director / producer of  “Attack of the Doc!”  to talk about his go to dinner out for a show.

 

 

Attack of the Show! was unique, way ahead of its time and was a milestone that had a huge impact on geek culture.  Available for streaming and more as of April 24, 2023.

This deep dive documentary features pop icons including Wil Wheaton, John Cena, Joel McHale, Peter Jackson, Kumail Nanjiani, Whitney Cummings, Danny Pudi, and many more! 

“Attack of the Doc!” is written, directed & produced by Chris Gore.  

 

 

I’m playing with the idea of doing a segment called “Dinner and a Movie”.  What’s your go-to dinner, whether you’re on date night or out with friends?

 

The Alamo Draft House, which I first attended when I was at South by Southwest in Austin, Texas, built a whole chain of movie theaters based on that premise, based on the idea of food and film, right? That is a huge thing.

 

I would recommend any Alamo Draft House. When it comes to a dinner that I’m going to eat out, I love salmon, which sounds weird. Gimme salmon and some broccoli, and I’ll be very happy. I know Broccoli is maybe not popular with everybody. I’m one of the people who loves broccoli.

 

We’re serving Attack of the Doc – Arita, which is going to be a custom margarita, at  the premiere of ‘Attack of the Doc’ which is gonna be at the Frida Cinema in Santa Ana, California. 

 

But when I was in Austin, Texas, one of my favorite drinks, which is only served at one bar there, called the Jackalope. You walk into the lobby of the Jackalope, you can look this up, I’m sure it’s on their Instagram. It’s definitely on my Instagram. They have a giant Jackalope rabbit you can pose with, you can get on it, you can saddle up on the Jackalope and take pictures of yourself riding on the Jackalope. But they serve this drink that is delicious. It’s vodka based. There are a bunch of other things in it. It’s called the Reverse Cowgirl, only in Texas. And you go to the Jackalope Bar on Sixth Street and grab yourself several reverse cow cowgirls. I’ve done it many times.

 

“Attack of the Doc!” is written, directed & produced by Chris Gore, produced & edited by Bobby Schwartz, co-produced by Walter Areas, with additional co-editing by Anthony Ray Bench and Phillip H. Eubanks, and with an original score composed by Austin Smith. This deep dive documentary features pop icons including Wil Wheaton, John Cena, Joel McHale, Peter Jackson, Kumail Nanjiani, Whitney Cummings, Danny Pudi, Eric Andre, Jerry Stiller, Joe Rogan, Jimmy Fallen, Kel Mitchell, Anne Meara, Stan Lee, Sara Jean Underwood, Carrie Keagan, Riley Steele, Tom Green, Anthony Daniels, Michael Winslow, Joey Kern, Joan Rivers, Chris Hardwick, Robert Kirkman, Greg Nicotero, Jessica Chobot, Tony Hawk, and Alison Haislip, among others as we search for the truth.

 

Attack of the Show! was unique, way ahead of its time and was a milestone that had a huge impact on geek culture. Its core audience is one of the most coveted around the globe. I think viewers of the original show will be down for learning the history of the network and the show which helped usher in the age of nerd culture. Frankly, G4TV and Attack of the Show! are responsible for making it cool to be a nerd,” states Gore. “And at the end of the day, I hope the documentary entertains fans and reminds them of a time when a TV show could be dangerous and provide some laughs without fear of being canceled. Everyone who worked on the documentary is a super fan, so this movie was made by fans for fans.”

Attack of the Doc! Synopsis

 


Before the rise of big tech, social media and Marvel movies, Attack of the Show! chronicled nerd culture’s unlikely acceptance as mainstream. G4TV’s flagship show launched the careers of hosts Olivia Munn and Kevin Pereira and was beloved by fans – a unique celebration of geek culture before it was cool. Diving into colossal cream pies, wearing fat suits for comedy and putting internet servers where the sun don’t shine – anything could happen on an episode of Attack of the Show! It’s been years since the show went off the air and one question has lingered: what really happened to G4TV and Attack of the Show? Enter Attack Of The Doc! — the new film written and directed by Chris Gore, promises to answer one of pop culture’s longest running mysteries.

Attack of the Doc is available as of April 24 and watch the trailer here.

Follow the documentary and its journey available on Video on Demand and TVOD/Digital platforms on April 24th, 2023, which is the 21st Anniversary of the launch of G4TV.

 

Philly Loves Geek Culture: Chris Gore’s “Attack Of the Doc!”Premieres April 24

Chris Gore’s “Attack Of the Doc!” Comes To Audiences Across North America Timed to G4TV’s 21st Anniversary

Prolific author, film critic, founder of Film Threat, regular on-air personality for G4TV’s “Attack of the Show,” and beloved comic con staple, Chris Gore makes his directorial debut with “Attack of the Doc!” “Attack of the Doc!” addresses all the questions left unanswered by the cancellation of G4TV and Attack of the Show!

 

 

 

The show’s hosts Olivia Munn and Kevin Pereira

 

Host Olivia Munn

Host Olivia Munn

 

Perfectly timed to the 21st anniversary of G4TV this year. G4TV’s Attack of the Show! was a birthplace for nerd culture on broadcast TV and where audiences watched the careers of the show’s hosts Olivia Munn and Kevin Pereira begin their ascent.

 

Host Kevin Pereira

Host Kevin Pereira

 

 “Attack of the Doc!” world premières April 21st

 

Oscar winner and filmmaking legend James Cameron appeared on the show

Oscar winner and filmmaking legend James Cameron appeared on the show

 “Attack of the Doc!” will world première on April 21st offering Q&A’s with Goreat the Frida Cinema in Southern California, and will be available through Indie Rights for audiences across all TVOD/Digital platforms and Video On Demand throughout North America on April 24th, 2023, which is the 21st Anniversary of the launch of G4TV.

“Attack of the Doc!” writer, director, producer, and geek culture legend Chris Gore

“Attack of the Doc!” writer, director, producer, and geek culture legend Chris Gore

“Attack of the Doc!” is written, directed & produced by Chris Gore, produced & edited by Bobby Schwartz, co-produced by Walter Areas, with additional co-editing by Anthony Ray Bench and Phillip H. Eubanks, and with an original score composed by Austin Smith.

This deep dive documentary features pop icons including Wil Wheaton, John Cena, Joel McHale, Peter Jackson, Kumail Nanjiani, Whitney Cummings, Danny Pudi, Eric Andre, Jerry Stiller, Joe Rogan, Jimmy Fallen, Kel Mitchell, Anne Meara, Stan Lee, Sara Jean Underwood, Carrie Keagan, Riley Steele, Tom Green, Anthony Daniels, Michael Winslow, Joey Kern, Joan Rivers, Chris Hardwick, Robert Kirkman, Greg Nicotero, Jessica Chobot, Tony Hawk, and Alison Haislip, among others as we search for the truth.

Attack of the Show! was unique, way ahead of its time and was a milestone that had a huge impact on geek culture. Its core audience is one of the most coveted around the globe. I think viewers of the original show will be down for learning the history of the network and the show which helped usher in the age of nerd culture. Frankly, G4TV and Attack of the Show! are responsible for making it cool to be a nerd,” states Gore. “And at the end of the day, I hope the documentary entertains fans and reminds them of a time when a TV show could be dangerous and provide some laughs without fear of being canceled. Everyone who worked on the documentary is a super fan, so this movie was made by fans for fans.”

Attack of the Doc! Synopsis


Before the rise of big tech, social media and Marvel movies, Attack of the Show! chronicled nerd culture’s unlikely acceptance as mainstream. G4TV’s flagship show launched the careers of hosts Olivia Munn and Kevin Pereira and was beloved by fans – a unique celebration of geek culture before it was cool. Diving into colossal cream pies, wearing fat suits for comedy and putting internet servers where the sun don’t shine – anything could happen on an episode of Attack of the Show! It’s been years since the show went off the air and one question has lingered: what really happened to G4TV and Attack of the Show? Enter Attack Of The Doc! — the new film written and directed by Chris Gore, promises to answer one of pop culture’s longest running mysteries.

Tickets available here for the April 21st premiere, and watch the trailer here.

Follow the documentary and its journey available on Video on Demand and TVOD/Digital platforms on April 24th, 2023, which is the 21st Anniversary of the launch of G4TV.

Philly Foodies: This Spring Find the Best Wines at the Best Prices, revealed by Sommelier Jaime Smith

This Spring Find the Best Wines at the Best Prices, revealed by Sommelier Jaime Smith

With the coming of spring and the equinox, we start a time of renewal in nature, particularly in the northern hemisphere as the vineyards start to bud and come alive with energy. As the weather starts to warm and the plants wake up from a nice winter snooze, it’s time to think about what the last few years harvests have given us (as far as bottled wine).

With this warming, we still have cool if not cold nights, so when thinking about choosing wines for this new season, we have few limits.

We can celebrate in the day with sparklers and fade into the evening with a heartier red to keep you toasty.

These wines were chosen for QPR (quality to price ratio) as this is the single best determinate that defines well made wines. A good way to think about this is that if you have the means to drink a bottle daily, sub $20 is a sweet spot.

If you prefer one better bottle a week for a nice dinner on the weekend, perhaps $35 is a nice option; a very special bottle shouldn’t cost more than $75 (ever) in a store.

Not to give away the game but generally at wholesale if a bottle costs, for terms of simplicity, $10, in a store it would be 35% on top of that; on a shelf to you for ~ $14.

The markup for a restaurant is generally 300-400%, as they have many operating costs inlaid.

If anyone ever tells you they understand how bottles of wine are priced, they are lying.

These 15 wines represent some of the tastiness that is the exciting wine market right now. The wine will include both domestic and international selections and depending on where you live, will dictate the availability of each; the internet is the great leveler of the field!

For ease of choice to match both your moos and temperature needs, we split these up into a few categories. Mix and match!

Sparkling Springtime Wines

 

Sparkling wines are an everyday pleasure, from Pet-nats to traditional Champagne, the category is wide open, exciting and affordable.

Kobal, Bajta, Blaufrankisch, Natural Sparkling Rosé, Slovenia

Kobal, Bajta, Blaufrankisch, Natural Sparkling Rosé, Slovenia

Kobal, Bajta, Blaufrankisch, Natural Sparkling Rosé, Slovenia $22

Absolutely one of the most fun and tasty and colorful sparklers out there, the wine nerds and G-Ma would both drink this.

Buy Kobal, Bajta, Blaufrankisch, Natural Sparkling Rosé here

Alfredo Bertolani, Lambrusco, Rose Emilia-Romagna

Alfredo Bertolani, Lambrusco, Rose Emilia-Romagna

Alfredo Bertolani, Lambrusco, Rose Emilia-Romagna , Italy $14

Don’t buy this if you want that sweet & heavy sparkling red, this is another level, fully dry and zippy.

Buy Alfredo Bertolani, Lambrusco, Rose Emilia-Romagna here

Le Vigne di Alice, Tajad, Prosecco, Italy

Le Vigne di Alice, Tajad, Prosecco, Italy

Le Vigne di Alice, Tajad, Prosecco, Italy, $18

Hands down one of the best dry Prosecco’s made.

Buy Le Vigne di Alice here.

1+1=3 , Cava, Brut, Spain

1+1=3 , Cava, Brut, Spain

1+1=3 , Cava, Brut, Spain $15

Traditional Cava , off – dry, not fruity and solid QPR.

Buy 1+1+3 Cava here.

FRESNE-DUCRET, LES NOUVEAUX EXPLORATEURS, Champagne, France $41

FRESNE-DUCRET, LES NOUVEAUX EXPLORATEURS, Champagne

FRESNE-DUCRET, LES NOUVEAUX EXPLORATEURS, Champagne

A Champagne for this price that destroys all the big names in this category.

Buy Fresne-Ducret here

 

White wines for Springtime

 

White wines: light to heavy and joyous to accompany the new season!

2020 SELBACH 'INCLINE' RIESLING QUALITÄTSWEIN, MOSEL

2020 SELBACH ‘INCLINE’ RIESLING QUALITÄTSWEIN, MOSEL, GERMANY $17
Pure Riesling essence, a touch fruity, green apple crunchy!

Buy Selbach ‘Incline’ Riesling here

 

ARNEIS, COLLINA SAN PONZIO Roero , Piedmont, Italy $14
Clean, fresh, apple and fennel , zippy minerals, perfect.

Buy Arneis Collina San Ponzio here

Collina San Ponzio 2021 Roero Arneis

Collina San Ponzio 2021 Roero Arneis

Dog Point Vineyard, Sauvignon Blanc , New Zealand $20
Find a better savvie , you won’t!

Dog Point Vineyard, Sauvignon Blanc , New Zealand

 

Buy Dog Point Vineyard’s Sauvignon Blanc here

 

 

Scar of the Sea x Dedalus, Central Coast, Chardonnay, California $30
New school, rich and complex, no butter in sight.

Scar of the Sea x Dedalus, Central Coast, Chardonnay

Scar of the Sea x Dedalus, Central Coast, Chardonnay

Buy Scar of the Sea x Dedalus here

GRENACHE BLANC, COTES-DU-RHONE, DOM DE LA SOLITUDE, France $16

Deep and rich, a heavier wine with texture for days.

GRENACHE BLANC, COTES-DU-RHONE, DOM DE LA SOLITUDE

GRENACHE BLANC, COTES-DU-RHONE, DOM DE LA SOLITUDE

Buy Grenache Blanc Dom De La Solitude here

 

Red Wines for Springtime

 

Red Wines: lighter to heavier again, dealers choice.

Matilda Nieves, Mencia, Ribeira Sacra, Spain $18
Light , zippy, Smokey , perfect for a warm night.

Matilda Nieves, Mencia, Ribeira Sacra, Spain

Matilda Nieves, Mencia, Ribeira Sacra, Spain

Buy Matilda Nieves, Mencia, Ribeira Sacra here

Lieu Dit,  Gamay , Santa Maria, California $25
Step outside of Beaujolais and see what the cool kids are drinking from Cali.

Lieu Dit,  Gamay , Santa Maria, California

Lieu Dit,  Gamay , Santa Maria, California

Buy Lieu Dit,  Gamay here

 

CLAUDIO QUARTA VIGNAIOLO, Aglianico, Irpinia, Italy $16
Medium bodied, dense black fruits, Smokey, meaty, lovely.

CLAUDIO QUARTA VIGNAIOLO, Aglianico, Irpinia, Italy

CLAUDIO QUARTA VIGNAIOLO, Aglianico, Irpinia, Italy

Buy CLAUDIO QUARTA VIGNAIOLO, Aglianico here

 

BORDEAUX, CH LANDES, LUSSAC-ST-EMILION, France $25
A classic claret!

Buy Bordeaux, Chateau Landes Emilion here

BORDEAUX, CH LANDES, LUSSAC-ST-EMILION

BORDEAUX, CH LANDES, LUSSAC-ST-EMILION

COTES DU RHONE VILLAGES-SAINT GERVAIS, ROUVIERES, MOURVEDRE/SYRAH, France $18

Full bodied, spiced, herbed, a rich bowl of black fruits.

Cotes-du-Rhone-Villages Saint-Gervais “Les Rouvieres

Cotes-du-Rhone-Villages Saint-Gervais “Les Rouvieres

Buy Cotes Dr Rhone Villages-Saint Gervais Rouvieres here

About Sommelier Jaime Smith

Sommelier Jaime Smith

Sommelier Jaime Smith

a drone in the Sommelier Brain Collective.  Jaime Smith loves wine. He’s currently in DC causing havoc.

 

 

 

Is Philly Hungry? Northampton Restaurant Week is happening now, March 5-11

Philly, You Hungry? Looking for the best bites, drink and flavors outside the area?  For Eastern PA commuters, Restaurant Week is happening now, March 5-11.

The Greater Northampton Area Chamber of Commerce, a proud partner of the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce, is bringing back the most delicious week with their annual Restaurant Week!

 

Hungry, Northampton Restaurant Week is happening now

 

From Sunday, March 5th – Saturday, March 11th, food lovers from across the Lehigh Valley can get a taste of everything that the Greater Northampton Area’s food and beverage scene has to offer.

Checkout  Northampton Restaurant Week 

Participating locations will offer a variety of specials that include, but are not limited to, “set-price” or “prix fixe” menus, gift card deals, and discounted specials.

Patrons will have a chance to return to their favorite spots with added incentives or to try new eateries during GNACC Restaurant Week.

 

As of February 24th, twelve outstanding restaurants and eateries are participating.

 

There are so many wonderful restaurants and eateries in the Boroughs of Northampton and Bath and their surrounding townships, and this is a great way for them to gain the exposure they deserve.

Breakfast for Northampton Restaurant Week 

There are plenty of dining options, something for everyone!

Greater Northampton Area Restaurant Week is also a great opportunity for the community to come together and break bread with one another, all while supporting the local economy and uniting the neighborhoods that make up the Northampton Area School District.

It is a fun week to gather together with friends and loved ones to wrap up the winter months, too.

Dave Kerper, of Lehigh Valley Restaurant Group and Board Chair of the Greater Northampton Area Chamber of Commerce excitedly promotes the week:

“Welcome to the most delicious

week of the year!

This is a mouthwatering opportunity that you don’t want to miss! It’s a chance to dive headfirst into flavor town and explore the diverse and delicious cuisine that our fantastic local restaurants have to offer at a great value. Not only will you get to tantalize your taste buds with exciting dishes and offers, but you’ll also be supporting the local establishments that make our area so unique.

Come on out and join the flavor revolution during Restaurant Week March 5 – 11! “

A very special thank you to Silver Sponsor, Koehler Brothers Collision Repair & Refinishing for their generous support of Greater Northampton Area Restaurant Week.

 

We are happy to be a part of Northampton’s Restaurant week once again

as it shows our commitment to giving back to the community

that has kept us thriving here as well.

Support local!”

states Kim Koehler

Special thanks to our Greater Northampton Restaurant Week Bronze Sponsor, Embassy Bank, for their support of this local initiative.

Embassy is an advocate for the Greater Northampton Area community.  Mark Haldaman of Embassy adds,

“Embassy Bank is supporting Greater Northampton Area Restaurant Week

because we feel it’s important to promote the local flavors of the many communities

that make up the Lehigh Valley.

We are a wonderful collection of great people and neighborhoods and it’s important to celebrate that by bringing people together like this.”

Also thanks to B104, the Greater Northampton Area Restaurant Week Marketing Sponsor, for sharing the excitement of this weeklong event and keeping our communities connected. Be sure to stay tuned in to win!

“During this week our hard-working restaurants extend special deals and added menu items to the community so that its members have an even more enticing and affordable way to dine out and support the local “mom and pop” eateries.

It means so much to them to have a successful week and have added opportunities to interact with an increased number of patrons.  Get out and taste a new place! Make a date or bring the family,” said Nicole Miles, manager of the Greater Northampton Area Chamber of Commerce.

Finally, the Chamber is offering another enticing way to engage in this special week.  Take the chance to be a winner!

Check our GNACC FACEBOOK PAGE  for a chance to win gift cards to the participating eateries and listen to WAEB and B-104 on your radio or iHeart app for a chance to call in and win gift cards.

Checkout  Northampton Restaurant Week

 

Participants (as of 2/16/2023):

Mattie’s Strudel Haus, 126 W. Main Street, Bath

Byron Place Pizzeria & Italian Restaurant,   124 S. Walnut Street, Bath

My Place Pizza, 270 East Northampton Street, Bath

Seemsville Pub & Grille,  3819 Seemsville Rd, Northampton

The Gin Mill & Grille, 1750 Main Street, Northampton

Bean Bath Cafe, 2425 Plaza Court, Bath

Palermo’s Italian Grill & Pizza, 11 E. 24th Street, Northampton

The Bath Exchange, 204 West Main Street, Bath

Town & Country, 350 South Walnut Street, Bath

Red Wolf Bar & Grille, 210 West Main Street, Bath

Assante Ristorante Italiano, 2050 Main St, Northampton

Point Phillips Hotel, 943 Point Phillips Rd., Bath

Participants’ Specials: Offers can be viewed at Greater Northampton Area Restaurant Week as they are added.

Philly loves Comedian Tom Papa – See Him LIVE at The Scranton Cultural Center March 10

Comedy Legend Tom Papa at The Scranton Cultural Center with his 2023 Comedy Tour on March 10

With more than 20 years as a stand-up comedian, Tom Papa is one of the top comedic voices in the country finding success in film, TV, radio and podcasts as well as on the live stage.

He is a regular guest on “The Joe Rogan Experience” podcast and the late night TV shows.

For tix to Tom Papa at The Scranton Cultural Center.

On May 12, Tom released his second book, “You’re Doing Great!: And Other Reasons To Stay Alive,” a collection of essays on how people really live in modern America and what’s truly good and wonderful about our lives.

Tom Papa at The Scranton Cultural Center.

Tom Papa at The Scranton Cultural Center.

On February 4, Netflix premiered Tom’s fourth hour-long stand-up special, “Tom Papa: You’re Doing Great!” A hilarious rebuttal to the current cultural feeling of dread, Tom wants viewers to remember that they are doing great; life isn’t perfect, it never will be, and that’s okay.

Tom’s new podcast, “Breaking Bread with Tom Papa,” premiered on May 12 and features Tom and his guest for an hour of eating, drinking and enjoying life. Listeners are invited to take a seat at the table as Tom and his guests celebrate the true meaning of breaking bread with insightful, revealing and always funny conversations.

Tom is host of the daily Netflix radio show, “What A Joke With Papa And Fortune,” on SiriusXM’s Netflix Channel, airing Mondays through Thursdays from 10:00 AM – Noon ET.

To learn more, visit tompapa.com.

Philly Wine-Lovers: The New Orleans Wine & Food Experience 2023 runs June 7 – 11

The New Orleans Wine & Food Experience 2023 runs June 7 – 11 Uncorks Grand Plan and New Venue

The New Orleans Wine & Food Experience announces that a limited number of exclusive ticket packages and all individual event tickets are now on sale for the five-day event set for June 7 – 11.

 

 

“This year, we have enhanced our three big events—

Vinola, Tournament of Rosés, and our Grand Tasting…

making them bigger and better than ever before and moving them to new venues,” said Aimee Brown, NOWFE Executive Director.

“In response to high demand, we have added special ticket packages for those attendees looking to spend a few days with us.

And, for the many locals that love to attend our events, we offer the individual ticket option to fit personal schedules and lifestyles.”


Vinola at the The New Orleans Wine & Food Experience


Vinola, the highest-level tasting event NOWFE offers, kicks off at the historic Orpheum Theater on Thursday, June 8, at 6 pm.

Foodies and oenophiles of all experience levels will sample rare and highly valued wines expertly paired with delectable foods crafted by local chefs. Winemakers will present elite wines from around the world, and award-winning chefs will serve and talk about their food and what inspires them in its creation. Guests will have the chance to have one-on-one conversations with winemakers and chefs. Tickets are $215 each. VIP tickets are $280 and include 30-minute early entry and VIP lounge access.

 

Tournament of Rosés

Back for the fifth year, the Tournament of Rosés is moving to The Fillmore on Friday, June 9th, at 7:00 PM. Tickets to this special event are $129 per person.

The Tournament of Rosés offers guests a unique opportunity to taste premier rosés, both still and sparkling, from France, Spain, Italy, the United States, and the Southern Hemisphere, and then cast a vote for a favorite.

Best of Show, Gold, Silver, Bronze and the People’s Choice Award will be announced.

New this year, a specialty sparkling sector featuring bubbles beyond the Rosé realm and a spirited cocktail garden. Tasty bites will accompany each wine served. Guests are encouraged to come “dressed to impress” with a touch of pink. VIPs gain 30 minutes of early access to this event.

 

Grand Tasting at the The New Orleans Wine & Food Experience

Also, new this year, NOWFE will host one Grand Tasting on Saturday, June 10, from 3 – 6 pm at Generations Hall. General Admission tickets are $149 before event week when they increase to $169. The Grand Tasting VIP a la carte price is $215 per person and includes early admission at 2:30 pm and access to a VIP lounge. The Grand Tasting at NOWFE showcases wines from around the world and food served by New Orleans’ finest chefs.

NOWFE once again closes its 5-day event with Burlesque, Bubbly & Brunch on Sunday, June 11, from 11 am – 1 pm at the Omni Royal Orleans. Tickets to this titillating event are $95 each.

New Orleans Wine and Food Experience 2016. ©Brandt Images – All Rights Reserved.

 

Join Trixie Minx and her Burlesque Beauties for a one-of-a-kind NOWFE experience with a plated brunch prepared by the chefs at the Omni Royal Orleans, bottomless sparkling wine by Luc Belair, and a burlesque performance you are sure to remember.

In addition to the special events, NOWFE presents its Labs and Experiences on Friday and Saturday. Five Labs will occur each day at the New Orleans Culinary & Hospitality Institute at various times, while five boutique Experiences will occur over the two days throughout the city. Ticket prices vary for the Labs and Experiences.

The three levels of event ticket packages available this year are:

The Tasting Package — $258 per person

This package gives a “taste” of the main events this season. It includes entrance to:
·       Tournament of Rosés
·       The Grand Tasting

            

The Connoisseur Package — $793 per person

This package is for the wine and food enthusiast looking to be a part of the entire NOWFE experience. It includes 30 minutes of early entry and the following:

·       Vinola 

·       Tournament of Rosés

·       The Grand Tasting

·       Choice of four (4) Labs

·       10% Discount on Additional Labs 

·       $20 Voucher to Use at NOWFE Merchandise Store


The VIP Package — $1000 per person

Upgrade to the VIP Package! This ticket allows you to experience the event at the highest level. It includes 30 minutes of early entry, access to VIP areas, and the following:

·       Vinola 

·       Tournament of Rosés (early entry)

·       The Grand Tasting (VIP)

·       Choice of five (5) Labs (with priority seating)

·       10% Discount on Additional Labs 

·       $20 Voucher to Use at NOWFE Merchandise Store

 

For more information or to purchase additional tickets, visit nowfe.com.

Eagles Fans: Where to Get Superbowl 2023 Cheer Cards in Philadelphia

Eagles Fans: Where to Get Superbowl 2023 Cheer Cards in Philadelphia

Fans across the city and state can celebrate the Birds with cheer cards.

Fans can pick up the free signs at restaurants, attractions and businesses across the city to display in windows and to hold as a show of support.

The growing list of participants includes:

  • Betsy Ross House (239 Arch Street)
  • Brauhaus Schmitz (718 South Street)
  • Bridget Foy’s (200 South Street)
  • Cavanaugh’s Rittenhouse (1921 Sansom Street)
  • Craft Hall (901 N. Delaware Avenue)
  • Dilworth Park (1 S. 15th Street)
  • Dim Sum House (1930 Chestnut Street)
  • Evil Genius (1727 N. Front Street)
  • Figo Ristorante & Bar (1033 N. 2nd Street)
  • Franklin Institute (222 N. 20th Street)
  • Independence Visitor Center (599 Market Street)
  • Lamberti Pizza (707 Chestnut Street)
  • Libertee Grounds (1600 W Girard Ave, Suite C5)
  • Live! Casino Hotel Philadelphia (900 Packer Avenue)
  • McGillin’s Olde Ale House (1310 Drury Street)
  • Metropolitan Bakery (262 S. 19th Street)
  • Osteria (640 N. Broad Street)
  • Philly AIDS Thrift (710 S. 5th Street)
  • Reading Terminal Market (1136 Arch Street)
  • South Bowl (19 E. Oregon Avenue)
  • Tradesman’s (1322 Chestnut Street)
  • Victory Brewing Company (1776 Benjamin Franklin Parkway)
  • Wicked Wolf Philadelphia (1214-1216 Chestnut Street)

Philadelphia Eagles 2023 Super Bowl: Where to Watch, What to Eat & More

Philadelphia Eagles are playing the 2023 Super Bowl: Where to Watch, What to Eat & More

Fans across the city can celebrate the Birds with cheer cards, pop-ups stores and pep rallies.

Eagles Pop Ups & Pep Rallies in Philadelphia

Miller Lite Toast to the Eagles! on the Battleship New Jersey: 

Hop aboard the Battleship New Jersey at noon on Saturday, February 11, 2023 to toast the Eagles’ winning ways with a free Miller Lite for all attendees 21-plus.

 

 

The free toast is followed by a celebratory firing of the ships’ five-inch guns.

Note: While the Miller Lite Toast event is free, tickets are required for tours of the ship (Battleship New Jersey, 100 Clinton Street, Camden, NJ).

 

It’s a Philly Thing Pep Rally

 

It’s a Philly Thing Pep Rally at Fashion District Philadelphia: Stop by the Fashion District Philadelphia on Saturday, February 11, 2023 for a pre-Super Bowl pep rally from 1 to 4 p.m.

Stop by for games and giveaways, a DJ with lively tunes and an Eagles Fashion Show.

Let’s see those game day outfits.

The Fashion District is teaming up with Philly Fashion Week to hand out up to $500 in prizes for the most creative Eagles outfits. Enter at “The Cube” entrance at 9th and Market streets for the football festivities (Fashion District Philadelphia, enter at 9th & Market streets).

New Birdfeed 2023 Mural on South Street

New Birdfeed 2023 Mural on South Street: During the Eagles’ last run to the Super Bowl in 2018, Philly artist Meg Saligman sent the internet into a frenzy with her mural in Bella Vista.

 

Snap a selfie with Eagles players on the Rocky Steps

 

Snap a selfie with Eagles players on the iconic staircase leading to the Philadelphia Museum of Art.

The Museum has installed giant cutouts of four Eagles stars along both sides of the steps.

Star quarterback Jalen Hurts, strip-sack king Brandon Graham, “Big Play Slay” Darius Slay Jr. or the Slim Reaper DeVonta Smith.

 

The Bird Dog from Dietz & Watson

 

The Bird Dog from Dietz & Watson: Hear us out: cheese-covered hot dogs served on green buns. 

They’re free and served out of a giant, roving Birds-mobile.

South Philly’s Cacia’s Bakery and Dietz & Watson are teaming up to sling limited edition Bird Dogs at spots throughout the city ahead of Sunday’s showdown.

The hot dogs — served up on Kelly green rolls from Cacia’s — are topped with long hots, provolone (or spicy cheddar) cheese and crunchy fried onions.

Eagles Vs Chiefs: Super Bowl LVII Kicks Off #MUSEUMBOWL23

Eagles Vs Chiefs: Super Bowl LVII Kicks Off #MUSEUMBOWL23

In 2023’s Super Bowl LVII it’s Philadelphia versus Kansas City on February 12.

Restaurants and businesses in both cities are getting in on the competition – including museums.

“Battle for the Masterpieces”

A “battle for the masterpieces” will also be at play, accompanied by a pigskin scramble on social media as two major art museums 

Philadelphia Eagles

Sasha Suda, the George D. Widener Director and CEO of the Philadelphia Museum of Art, has wagered a master painting on the Birds’ success. 

Kansas City Chiefs

Julián Zugazagoitia, Menefee D. and Mary Louise Blackwell CEO & Director of The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, has eagerly taken up the challenge on behalf of the Kansas City Chiefs. 

In the bet, the winning city’s museum will receive the other’s painting on loan.

A Chiefs victory would bring a future delegation from the Philadelphia Museum of Art to the Nelson-Atkins, with a Philadelphia master work in hand. 

An Eagles triumph would bring a future delegation from the Nelson-Atkins along with a master work to Philadelphia.

Sasha Suda stated:

“When the Eagles soar to victory…

…we will warmly greet our friends from the Nelson-Atkins and treat them to unforgettable cheesesteaks here in Philadelphia. They have such a remarkable collection, and we will be thrilled to share a piece of it with our visitors, in a very special Point After Touchdown (PAT). We’ll make it feel right at home in our galleries and display it with Philly pride.”

Julián Zugazagoitia said:

“We expect to offer our Philadelphia friends something they’ll long remember after the…

Chiefs make short work of the Eagles.

Philadelphia’s museum has so many amazing works, and they will see how wonderful the PMA loan will appear in our beautiful galleries. We won’t let them leave, of course, before they can taste the best of our Kansas City barbeque.”

#MuseumBowl23 is on. Let the games begin.

 

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