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Table of Contents: Philadelphia Magazine
April 2009
COVER STORY
We’re lucky in Philadelphia — the future of medicine is already here. That’s why this year, we wanted to shine a spotlight on the region’s rising stars — our best physicians age 40 and under — and the astounding work they’re doing, from 3-D robotic surgery to preserving the fertility of cancer patients to making blind men see
By Sandy Hingston <br><br><i>Research by Robert Huber, Dan P. Lee and Tom McGrath</i>
Features
Mark Abdelmalek, 34Dermatologic surgery, Hahnemann/DrexelABC News medical research journalist who performs Mohs micrographic surgery for skin cancers,...
Abington: Abington Memorial Hospital AtlantiCare: AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center Brandywine: Brandywine Hospital Bryn Mawr:...
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With wit, charm and amazing style, Danny Seo has become the national face of eco-chic, preaching the green gospel everywhere from Elle to Oprah. But when he wants quiet time, he heads to his newly refurbished Bucks County retreat for divine design inspiration
In which our favorite green guru reveals his favorite local antiques emporiums, beauty secrets, flea markets — and even offers up the phone number of his contractor
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Partridge Family child star. Reality TV train wreck. And now, morning-radio host on WYSP. But through it all, Danny Bonaduce has really just had one role to play
We’re lucky in Philadelphia — the future of medicine is already here. That’s why this year, we wanted to shine a spotlight on the region’s rising stars — our best physicians age 40 and under — and the astounding work they’re doing, from 3-D robotic surgery to preserving the fertility of cancer patients to making blind men see
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With wild accolades from foodies far and wide and plans afoot for a third restaurant, Marc Vetri has surpassed Georges Perrier as the city’s most influential chef. But can a quiet, speech-impaired guitar-hero wannabe really cement Philadelphia as America’s next great food city?
Departments
ON PAGE 70 OF THIS issue is a picture of a cap. A baseball cap. It’s an old one, and it is pretty beaten up. But I couldn’t stop thinking...
The former Philly chef wraps up the debut season of "Will Work For Food"
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A controversial anti-Obama letter that rocked the Jewish community — and the reputations of the prominent Philadelphians who signed it — brought the conflict in the Middle East to the banks of the Schuylkill
In "Closing Time", acerbic author and East Falls native Joe Queenan tells the surprisingly touching story of his long flight away from a ’50s-era childhood dominated by an alcoholic, self-pitying father and wrenching poverty
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If it’s not cell-phone towers in Gladwyne, it’s Ardmore’s makeover. There’s always something roiling the vodka tonics in Lower Merion. Right now, soccer moms are hot under their Tory Burch tunics over which (top-rated) high school their kids will attend
Dining, Food & Wine
Ron Vaccarello, owner of Mullica Hill’s Crescent Moon Coffee & Tea Company, decided to set up a stand at a South Jersey beer festival last...
In watering holes across the region, men and women are shaking things up
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Chef/owner of 15-year-old vegan restaurant Horizons
“You just don’t see much country ham being used in Philadelphia,” says chef Erin O’Shea, of West Philly BYO Marigold Kitchen....
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Bistro mania comes to Ardmore
Chifa is Jose Garces’s fourth Latin-inspired tapas restaurant in Philadelphia, but he manages to stay innovative
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Shopping & Style
SEE THE SHINY STYLES HERELoving all the metallics you’re seeing in your favorite Philly stores? Try these glossy, glistening shoes —...
There’s a lot you can do with an extra 800 square feet of space. Which is why when Jay Lamancuso decided to move the Pine Street location of his...
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Skippack’s quaint stationer Leap Frog Paper is holding a one-day sale on April 25th to celebrate its new Lilly Pulitzer paper line . All day,...
SEE OUR FAVORITE FOUR LOOKS HEREPaired with the right threads, light jackets can do more than just take the nip out of Philly’s spring air...
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The Rittenhouse Barneys — which opens this month — is so much more than a shiny new store
Pulse
SEE OUR 8 PICKS HERE Forget tag, hours of TV and pee-filled pools — we rounded up eight local day camps that will fuel your kids’...
That Inquirer/Daily News honcho Brian Tierney pocketed a big raise just two months before his papers filed for bankruptcy got us wondering which media exec is more overpaid: Tierney, or WHYY president and CEO Bill Marrazzo. (For the record: Tierney cut his salary after being outed. Ball’s in your court, Bill.) Leave your comments below and let us know what you think.
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Are Advanta chief and major Temple donor Dennis Alter and his lovely Austrian wife Gisela splitting? That’s the talk on the Main Line social...
With all the gay goings-on this month — Equality Forum, the Mr. Gay Philadelphia contest, the Black Gay Pride fest — it seemed a good time to check in with the Philadelphia Gay News publisher
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Maggie and Rob Wasserman saved Rouge once. Can they do it again?
Can PHL learn from the Hudson River crash?
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Maybe “I Choose Hell Productions” isn’t the most wholesome name for an indie movie-making business. But it’s the one local...
Firefighters are raging over Nutter’s latest cuts. But should they be?
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Half Latino, half Jewish, the new Phillies GM is only 44 but has already beaten the baseball odds twice. “My father advised me to be a soccer...
Other
Crozer’s new “multi-cycle” IVF packages may save couples money and stress
No guy in sight? Too busy kicking ass at the office? Main Line Fertility’s new egg-freezing treatment allows you to put motherhood on hold — and is helping female cancer patients save their fertility
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Pasta dinner the night before? Check. Hit the Porta Potty before the start? Check. But there are a few other things local surgeon Jerry Peden, MD — a six-time Broad Street Run racer — says you should keep in mind before lacing up
Danuta Mieloch, owner of Rescue Rittenhouse SpaCurrently loving: The Renewing Pack from Valmont “Essential to have stashed in my bag for...
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Seven days after Barneys opening, fashion editor Carrie Denny is still pinching herself
Local spas and salons are offering up some luxe pedicures just in time for the warmer weather. From the Main Line to Marlton, here are 11 we've definitely got our eyes on
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CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE SLIDESHOWHappy Friday!If you’re reading this, that means you’re inside. Sitting at a computer. So by all means,...
TOP DOCTORS FOR INFERTILITYChristos Coutifaris, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania[sidebar]Michael Glassner, Bryn Mawr HospitalSamantha...
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Having a baby isn’t always easy. Luckily, Philadelphia is full of doctors working on the forefront of infertility treatments. From Clomid to IVF, here are five local options that’ll help you give it your best shot
WHO: Cindy HarrisOWNS: Georgie Girl BoutiqueMOST RECENT PURCHASE I'M LOVING: Glominerals lipglossDISCOVERED AT: Salon M....
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The kids will love it.
Let’s state the obvious: All chains have a theme. (And these days, a fireplace and stacked-stone décor.) But Seasons 52, the...
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Bridget here. For the second year, I’m a proud member of our Best of Philly food team (along with food editor Ashley Primis, critic Joy Manning...
Former Le Bec-Fin top pastry toque (and Paris-trained) Antoine Amrani has teamed up with a few local investors to start an eponymous chocolate line....
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Spring is the perfect time to explore the city: The weather’s warm and you're not (yet) itching to get down the Shore. We suggest you make a day...
From the city to the suburbs, we rounded up the super-fun programs that will keep ’em off the couch all summer long
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Beth Downey, owner of Body Precision Pilates Studio, can help you send persistent pain packing
WHO: Amanda Barton OWNS: State of Grace MOST RECENT PURCHASE I'M LOVING: NARS bronzer in Laguna DISCOVERED AT: Bluemercury WHY I'M OBSESSED: I...
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The 2009 Top Doctors who can get you through spring sniffle-free
We asked Philadelphia's top allergy doctors for some free advice on surviving the season
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CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE SLIDESHOW Happy Friday!There was a bit too much precipitation for my taste this week … but I guess when it comes to...
Recession-proof fun and food at Chris'
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It doesn’t seem like anything can keep Philadelphians from launching new eateries (see our report from last week on the U-City restaurant...
Mounded with frosting and cute as can be, cupcakes bring out the kid in us. This May, partners Christopher Rice and Richard Talens will open Cupmakes...
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The typical seder spread — with matzoh ball soup, tender brisket, and chocolate macaroons — is nothing short of delicious. But gefilte...
WHO: Elizabeth AyerleOWNS: Fresh AyerMOST RECENT PURCHASE I'M LOVING: Spare SolesDISCOVERED AT: Fresh AyerWHY I'M OBSESSED: They are portable roll-up...
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Philly Mag veteran Carol Saline on PTC’s latest
Heart-pumping climbs, dog-friendly paths and walks for the kids — here, the best paths in Philadelphia and the suburbs. PLUS: A local hiking group that will help you hit your fitness goals — sans treadmill
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WHO: Monique MasonOWNS: Moko Beauty Studio MOST RECENT PURCHASE I'M LOVING: Melie Bianco toteDISCOVERED AT: J. Karma BoutiqueWHY I'M OBSESSED: I...
