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December 2008

Cover Story
The Philadelphia Century
We present our ranking of the 100 moments in the past 100 years that have made us, moved us, shamed us and shaped us.
Michael Callahan
 
 

Features

My Philadelphia Story

D. Herbert Lipson Chairman, Philadelphia magazine, and “Off the Cuff” columnist; Philadelphia; 79
Robert Huber
 

Searching for Richardson Dilworth

Here’s why, more than ever, we need a mayor like Dick Dilworth
Jason Fagone
 
 

The Cheesesteak Cometh

The cheesesteak has evolved into our signature icon. Here, an oral history of the sandwich we can’t live wit’out 
Victor Fiorillo
 

The Great Philly Mag Centennial Quiz

So just how much of a "local" are you, really? Test your Philly knowledge to find out
Timothy Haas
 
 
 

Departments

Characters: Pete!

He's the (accidental) mastermind of the Chickie’s & Pete’s empire — no wonder Pete Ciarrocchi thinks life is bee-you-tee-ful
Richard Rys
 

Exit Interview: Frank Rizzo

We hear dead people 
Richard Rys
 
 

Media: The Attack Dog

Fox 29 reporter Jeff Cole isn’t a racist. He’s just obsessed with busting liars, cheats and bad guys
Don Steinberg
 

Sports: “We Shared It Together”

In a post-parade conversation, Phils pitcher Jamie Moyer and Hollywood filmmaker Mike Tollin compare notes on the national pastime
Larry Platt
 
 
 

Dining, Food & Wine

Dinner With ... Chef Ian Moroney

Talking food with the chef of Pumpkin, Pumpkin Cafe and Pumpkin Market
April White
 

Eat This Now: Spicy Cocktails

We've discovered a slew of local ­bartenders mixing up something even hotter than mulled wines and Irish coffees. Literally
Ashley Primis
 
 

Review: Back to Basics

Philly's most avant-garde chef is serving up burgers at Pub & Kitchen
Joy Manning
 

Review: Mainstream Mex

Joy Manning is in search of margaritas and authentic Mexican flavors
Joy Manning
 
 

Where We're Eating: December 2008

The hot spots Philly Mag staffers are eating at this month
Joy Manning, Lauren McCutcheon, April...
 
 

Shopping & Style

Holiday Gift Guide

49 crowd-pleasing picks: Our guide to the most stylish gifts around
CARRIE DENNY & ASHLEY PRIMIS
 
 

Pulse

Chatter: A Newsroom Divided

Behind the Inquirer's muddled dual presidential endorsement
Steve Volk
 

Chatter: City Pride: Fight of the Century

Rocky and the Fonz duke it out
Victor Fiorillo
 
 

Chatter: First Rosa Parks, Then King, Then … Johnny Doc?

John Dougherty's pre-election message to his union members — via MP3
Richard Rys
 

Chatter: High Society December 2008

The latest in Main Line high society
Brooke de la Villanova
 
 

Chatter: Well Suited

The man behind Charlie Manuel's World Series suit
Christine Speer
 

Chatter: Westward, Ho(agie)

Where Philly's successful restaurateurs are going next
Christine Speer
 
 

Philadelphicon: The Running of the Santas

It’s time to down some eggnog, throw on a Santa suit, and go for a jog through Northern Liberties
Amy Strauss
 

Sam Katz’s Power Lunch: Sports Hour

President and COO of Comcast-Spectacor Peter Luukko lets us in on the game plan for his teams — and their...
Sam Katz
 
 
 
 
 
 
Philadelphia It List

Holiday Entertaining

Spice up your holiday party with tips and recipes from the area's most talented specialists. Watch The Chef's Kicthen 11/11-12/30 on CN8 every Tuesday and Thursday at 5pm.
 
 

SIP 411

Browse our SIP411 bar guide & get connected to what’s hot & happening at Philly’s lounges, restaurants and bars. Stay connected with weekly txt alerts delivered to your phone!
 
 

Virtual Design Home

Now you can tour Philadelphia Magazine's magnificent 2008 Design Home from the comfort of your own home. The virtual design tour starts here!
 
 

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Upload your photo. Tell us your story. Win $100. Each month, 1 couple will appear in the pages of Philadelphia magazine, and win $100 from Eventricity.
 
 
 
 
 

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