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February 2010

Cover Story
Philadelphia Salaries 2010: The Other Green Issue
Who’s earning what, and where you should be working.
Edited by Lauren McCutcheon and Janine White, Contributors: Bridget Salmons and Jonny Spielsinger
 
 

Features

Beautiful Music

The race to be the best of the best defines life inside the Curtis Institute of Music.
John Marchese
 

The Hardest-Working Man In the Recession

Economic catastrophe may have been tough on you, but for economist Mark Zandi, it’s been a great career boost.
Don Steinberg
 
 

The Town That Burned Itself Down

For 18 months, Chester County’s Coatesville was besieged by fire after fire — set by the residents themselves. 
Matthew Teague
 

Top Dentists

206 of the region’s best, as chosen by their peers.
Jenna Bergen and Christine Speer
 
 
 

Departments

Day at the Museum

The Please Touch Museum's Nancy Kolb reflects on retiring after 21 years on the job.
Sam Katz
 

Exit Interview: Allison Baver

The Reading speed skater goes for gold in the Vancouver Olympics.
Richard Rys
 
 

The Mad Man's Next Act

He used shock ads (Charles Manson, anyone?) and a punk attitude to flip the city’s advertising community on its ear.
John Marchese
 
 

Dining, Food & Wine

Cravings: Hot Chocolate

Ditch the Swiss Miss.
Brittany McLeod
 

Dinner With: Steve Poses

Caterer, restaurateur and author, At Home: A Caterer’s Guide to Cooking & Entertaining.
Victor Fiorillo
 
 

Drink Here Now: The Stone Rose

A cozy new Conshy eatery and drinkery owned by former stockbroker Brian Pieri.
Annie Monjar
 

Reviews: Chow Fun

Asian fusion lightens up at the new Symphony House restaurant.
Joy Manning
 
 

Reviews: Translating Texas

The owners of lauded Zahav try their hand at barbecue.
Joy Manning
 

Sipping Savant: Getting Bitter

The secret ingredient in favorite Philadelphia cocktails isn’t so elusive anymore.
Victor Fiorillo
 
 

Where We're Eating: Good Food Market and Green Aisle Grocery

Two new food markets are blurring the line between precious specialty purveyor and one-stop shop.
 

Where We're Eating: Hawthornes

This new all-day cafe has a large takeout craft beer section and a fireplace-warmed coffeehouse vibe.
 
 

Where We're Eating: Margaret Kuo’s

This Main Line favorite recently launched a menu of bold, uncommon Shanghai dishes proving Kuo’s still inspired.
 

Where We're Eating: Paul

Paul is unassuming in every way, what’s surprising is the care that’s put into each dish.
 
 
 

Shopping & Style

A (New) Symmetry

Give your Valentine the gift of showing a little extra skin.
Carrie Denny
 

Expecting: Baby Soft

Rittenhouse's latest addition.
Ashley Primis
 
 

February Sales

Two hot sales for frigid February.
Ashley Primis
 

Frugalista/o: In Knead

Celebrity Message is no frills, but it sure hits the spot.
Ashley Primis
 
 

Now Open: A Good Fit

An accessories-focused boutique opens in King of Prussia.
Ashley Primis
 

Rock Candy

Big, bold, sparkly, mood-lifting cocktail rings.
Carrie Denny
 
 

Trends: Say “Spaaah”

Medical spas are popping up everywhere. But they aren’t always as fab as they appear.
Carrie Denny
 

Weekend Getaway: Skiing in NY

Just add hot chocolate.
 
 
 

Pulse

Character: Timothy Rub

The new director and CEO of the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Janine White
 

Date Night

Valentine’s Day is on a Sunday, which leaves a whole weekend for celebrating. We’ve got you covered. 
Ashley Primis
 
 

Film: Barnes Burning

Why tempers are flaring — still! — over Philly’s most contentious museum.
Don Steinberg
 

High Society: February 2010

Brooke dishes the latest gossip.
Brooke De la Villanova
 
 

Made in Philly: Pyro Porn

One of the biggest players in the virtual fireplace market happens to be here in Philly.
 

Music Education: Jimmy Heath

A jazz legend comes home.
 
 

Mysteries: Middle Man

How Philly police got their raise.
Steve Volk
 

Politics: Runyan’s Run

Do you have to vote to be a Congressman?
Christine Speer
 
 

Pulse: Chatter: Not So Fast

Temple University's major e-mail error.
 

Quotable: U.S. Congressman Bob Brady

U.S. Congressman Bob Brady on his early efforts to land Philadelphia the Democratic National Convention in 2012.
 
 

Romance: We Otter Do it

At the Zoo, getting it on isn’t left to chance.
Sandy Hingston
 
 

Other

GETTING OUTTA HERE: V-Day On The Road

Travel editor Christy Speer would trade a weekend trip to Mexico or D.C. for roses any day.
Christy Speer
 

Gold Medal Workouts

Whether you've always wanted to land a triple axle or are lusting after the luge, here's where to go to...
Brooke Hoffman
 
 

Lighter, Love-Inducing V-Day Recipes

A Valentine’s Day menu that’ll sweeten up your sweetheart — and that you won’t regret in the morning.
Katie Cavuto Boyle
 

Lingerie Boutiques We Love

From the Main Line to the city to South Jersey, these amazing shops will help you make sure this Valentine’s...
Carrie Denny
 
 

Master Your Massage Moves

Just in time for V-day, Best-of-Philly-spa owner Cara Solomon shares how to take a regular rub fest from ho-hum to...
Nicole Jenet
 

MEET OUR NEW BEAUTY CONTRIBUTOR: Daneen Baird’s Favorite Winter Lifesavers

This SpoliedPretty.com blogger wants to help keep us from wasting away in the snow …
Daneen Baird
 
 

OBSESSED: Picks From Our Style Squad

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ON THE HOMEFRONT: A New Rittenhouse Design Boutique

Home editor Lauren McCutcheon has her eye on the new collaborative outpost of design gurus John Levitties and Michael Gruber.
Lauren McCutcheon
 
 

STREET STYLE: Rittenhouse Square

Our style-savvy editors hit the streets to scout the latest fashions.
Valerie Yeager
 

SWEAT TEST: Pole Dancing Class at Platinum Dance Studio

Do it or ditch it? We try out area classes so you don’t have to waste time — or money...
Brooke Hoffman
 
 

THE SALE REPORT: A Warehouse Sale to Benefit Haiti and Trunk Shows, Sales & Deals

Our latest batch of reasons to get out there and shop.
Carrie Denny
 

THE SALE REPORT: Valentine's Day Specials at Fabulous Spas and Loads of Sales and Deals

Our latest batch of reasons to get out there and shop.
Carrie Denny
 
 

WHAT WE’RE SHOPPING FOR: One-Shoulder Cocktail Dresses

We're loving this season's hottest silhouette.
Carrie Denny
 
 
 
 
 
Philadelphia It List

Atlantic City Restaurant Week Sweepstakes

Phillymag.com and Atlantic City have teamed up to give our readers a free package during 2010's Restaurant Week. Learn more.
 
 

Chase Sapphire (SM) Spotlight

The most exciting events & happenings around Philadelphia. View them here.
 
 

Philly Cooks

Taste cuisine from 40 of Philadelphia's finest restaurants and enjoy cocktails - all in one night. February 23. Loews Philadelphia Hotel.
 
 

Luxury Car Guide

Luxury car shopping starts here. See the 2010 models at the Philadelphia International Auto Show.
 
 

Design Home 2009

Explore the two luxurious carriage homes, one modern and one country, that make up Philadelphia magazine's Eighth Annual Design Home.
 
 
 
 
 

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