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July 2009

Cover Story
Endless Summer Fun
Who says you have to get out of town — or spend a bundle — to have a good time? We found 155 ways to enjoy yourself in Philly this summer — no matter what your budget.
Sandy Hingston
 

A Sexy New Way to Whittle Your Waist

Sculpt a pin-up girl’s body — and build loads of confidence — with this new Philly class
Cristina Perachio
 
 

Score a Pin-Up Girl Body at Home

Five fitness tips from Philly’s burlesque babes
Cristina Perachio
 

Shop Smart: 5 Ways to Up Your Buy-Local IQ

Liz Solms, owner of Sweet Pea Nourishment, shares her local shopping secrets and tells us how to make sure “local”...
Jenna Bergen
 
 

Summer Health: Prep Your Kid for Camp

Top Doctor L. Scott Buckland of Paoli Memorial Hospital tells us how to keep ‘em sunburn- and sniffle-free while they’re...
Jenna Bergen, research by Stephanie...
 

Use It or Lose It: Three Tasty Summer Salad Recipes

Don’t let all those fresh cucumbers and summer squash go to waste! Whip up one of these salads from the...
Justine Garbarino
 
 
 

Features

Endless Summer Fun: Eat Out

A summer’s worth of places for terrific alfresco dining wherever your rambles take you.
Bridget Salmons and Ashley Primis
 

Endless Summer Fun: For the Girls

Pamper yourself with these swim suits, sandals and spa treatments this summer.
 
 

Endless Summer Fun: Keep Cool

Sweating what to do this summer? From gelato to museums, these activities will have you cooled down in no time.
 

Endless Summer Fun: Sports and Activities

Take up tennis or try one of these other activities to keep you active all summer long.
 
 

Endless Summer Fun: With the Kids

From fireworks to camping, we found the best ways to keep 'em off the couch.
 

Endless Summer Fun: With Your Pets

The perfect pooch-friendly dining, getaways, and parks to keep fido on the move.
 
 

Endless Summer Fun: With Your Sweetheart

Grab your sweetie and spend a romantic night under the stars or the weekend at a B&B this summer.
 

Endless Summer Fun: You Want to Play What?

Got a case of summer been-there-done-that? Check out these uncommon sports and games in our own backyard.
 
 

Ron Rubin Was Here

He’s left a bigger mark on Philly than anyone this side of Willard Rouse.
Robert Huber
 

The Full Spectrum

An oral history.
Richard Rys
 
 

Who is Jose Garces? And Why Are You So Crazy About His Restaurants?

Five new eateries in four years and he's being featured on the Food Network. Meet our next Stephen Starr.
Lauren McCutcheon
 
 

Departments

Celebrity: Straight Outta Morrisville

Rapper Asher Roth has been called the suburban Eminem — and worse. His parents, just know he’s a good boy.
Don Steinberg
 

Exit Interview: Michael Buffer

The Roslyn ringmaster is still ready to rumble.
Richard Rys
 
 

Loco Parentis: So Far Away

My daughter is having an adventurous life, without me. Is it time for me to follow her lead?
Sandy Hingston
 

Power Lunch: Charlie In Charge

Charlie Manuel lets us in on the secrets behind his strategy and how he gets millionaires to listen.
Sam Katz
 
 

Trends: Go South, Young Homo

Gays are remaking Passyunk Avenue into a cosmopolitan hub bustling with designer coffee shops and chic boutiques.
Jessica Remo
 
 

Dining, Food & Wine

A Second Helping

Table 31’s reinvention has good Italian food but plenty of service snafus.
Joy Manning
 

Dining Out: Dinner With … Walter Staib

Chef/owner, the City Tavern, and author of the new The City Tavern Cookbook: Recipes from the Birthplace of American Cuisine.
Victor Fiorillo
 
 

Dining Out: Where We’re Eating

The inside scoop on four new restaurants.
 

Eat This Now: Chocolates

A piece of chocolate has always been an indulgence, and lucky for us, two boutique chocolatiers are opening.
Ashley Primis
 
 

Garden Variety

Is a fresh-and-local menu enough to put Noble on the map?
Joy Manning
 

On Tap: Organic Beer

More and more places are putting organic beer on tap.
Sean Faeth
 
 

Sipping Savant: Introducing … Root

Another locally based spirit hits the shelves, but this one will really resonate with Philadelphians.
Victor Fiorillo
 
 

Shopping & Style

Now Open: Casual Is King

A new store — filled with oodles of carefree apparel — comes to King of Prussia.
Allison Stadd
 

Retail Report: July Sales

Reduced prices on items that you rarely see discounted.
Allison Stadd
 
 

Seasonal Style: Green Pieces

Utterly stylish, I’ve-totally-got-to-have-that finds that just happen to be eco-friendly.
Carrie Denny
 

Take Note: Groovy Galleria

Stop by during the July 3rd-5th celebration for special sales and events.
Allison Stadd
 
 

Trends: House Party

The Avon Lady is back, and more welcome than ever.
Janine White
 

Trimmings: Color You Happy

Of all the trends you’ll see around town this summer, this is by far the sunniest.
Carrie Denny
 
 
 

Pulse

60-Second critic: Sands Casino Bethlehem

Bethlehem's new casino is worlds away from the chaos and confusion of A.C.
Victor Fiorillo
 

At Your Service: Poodle Pride

If you really love your pet, you’ll want to treat him to one of these totally indulgent services.
Valerie Yeager
 
 

Brooke De la Villanova: High Society

Brooke dishes on the latest celeb weddings.
Brooke De la Villanova
 

Buy Local: Shirt Tales

A shirt that stays neat and tucked-in throughout the workday.
Allison Stadd
 
 

Character: Tommy Up

This month the party king adds “restaurateur” to his C.V.
Victor Fiorillo
 

Legends: Saving Grace

Is the teardown epidemic claiming Grace Kelly’s legendary Shore home?
Michael Callahan
 
 

Matrimony: The Marriage Penalty

Why divorce in Philly just isn’t what it used to be.
Janine White
 

Money: Taking Care of Business

What Ali Velshi, CNN’s Bryn Mawr-based money man, knows that you don’t.
Christine Speer
 
 

Now Playing: Phoenixville

It’s not the first time cameras have rolled in the up-and-coming Chester County borough.
Victor Fiorillo
 

Politics: Them’s Fighting Words

The political goes personal at City Hall.
Steve Volk
 
 

Pursuits: Hot Tickets

Things that should be on your radar in July.
Victor Fiorillo
 

The Internets: Tweet Sensations

The first − and possibly last − annual Philly Celebrity Twitter Awards.
Don Steinberg
 
 
 

Other

Book It! Salon Edition: July 2, 2009

Where to score a last minute appointment during the 4th of July weekend.
 

Breaking News: Y-3 Boutique-in-Boutique Coming to Joan Shepp

The renowned designer’s first U.S. shop of its kind is landing right here in Philly.
Carrie Denny
 
 

Dining Guide: Restaurants Where You Can Score a Fresh Meal

You don’t have to cook to enjoy Philly’s beautiful bounty.
Allison Stadd
 

GETTING OUTTA HERE: Big Savings in Paris and Vermont

Travel editor Christy Speer shares special deals on two summer-making trips.
Christine Speer
 
 

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STORE SNAPSHOT: Third Street Habit

Our stealthy stakeouts of shop-worthy area boutiques.
Lauren Jennings and Erica Beinlich
 

THE SALE REPORT: Summer Saling

If you’re not at the shore this weekend, never fear — shop!
 
 

WHAT WE’RE SHOPPING FOR: Jelly Sandals

This Goods reporter is on the hunt for sandals that can stand up to summer rainstorms.
Allison Stadd
 

What's What With ... Boyz II Men

Three of the original members of Boyz II Men are still doing their thing.
Victor Fiorillo
 
 
 
 
 
 
Philadelphia It List

Green House

Visit our virtual room-by-room green guide for energy-saving tips and ideas.
 
 

Design Home 2009

Philadelphia magazine's Eighth Annual Design Home. Follow our progress and explore the details as they come to life in two magnificent carriage homes at Haverford Reserve. Tours start September 10th.
 
 

Guide to Continuing Professional Education

Looking to get your MBA, change careers or take online courses? Find great options here and discover which choices are best for you.
 
 

FYI Philly

Watch FYI Philly on 6 ABC! Join hosts Karen Rogers and Adam Joseph for all things sizzling and buzzworthy. Each show includes content from the editors of Philly Mag.
 
 
 
 
 

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