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May 2008

 
 

Features

Above Par: The 25 Best Local Golf Instructors

Luke Sirinides tees up the 25 best local instructors
Luke Sirinides
 

Above Par: The Best Courses

Ty Wenger roams fairways far and wide in search of the top 10 area courses
Ty Wenger
 
 

Green Genes

The first family of Philly politics-- a dominant party boss, enigmatic mayor, and now a feisty new Council member.
Steve Volk
 

Jerry Blavat Finds the Fountain of Youth

Find out what keeps the Geator with the Heator snappin’
Jason Fagone
 
 

Top Doctors 2008

Our most comprehensive survey of local health care — hundreds of the best doctors and hospitals in the region
 

Top Doctors 2008: My Daughter’s $29,000 Appendectomy

Massive bills and insurance forms for a simple surgery? Is our health-care system all it's cracked up to be?
Tom McGrath
 
 

Top Hospitals

Tips on where to get the best medical care in Philadelphia
Carol Saline
 
 

Departments

Business: Big Man at Campus

David Adelman helped to transform West Philly, now he’s using his reforming powers to help college kids across the country
Amy Strauss
 

Exit Interview: Steve Lopez

The legendary Inquirer alum returns with a new book, The Soloist
Richard Rys
 
 

Loco Parentis: A Tangled Web

Technology is making it harder than ever to delete the past
Sandy Hingston
 

Power: The Headhuntress

Judee von Seldeneck, Michael Nutter’s point woman to fill top-level city posts, has built a worldwide executive recruiting company
Michael Callahan
 
 
 

Dining, Food & Wine

Annotated Recipe: Grilled Artichokes

A get-the-grill-going recipe from chefs Evan Turney and Mackenzie Hilton, of Center City’s Mercato, help you to master your artichoke
April White
 

Eat This Now: Lemon Sticks

Baltimore’s sweet and sour treat lives on in Philly


April White
 
 

In Search Of: Bar Snacks

Put down the frozen chicken wings and stale nachos and take a look at our three favorite bar bites
Victor Fiorillo
 

Pearl Review: Tokyo Temptations

Three new spots seek to capture the flavor of Japanese nightlife.
Joy Manning
 
 

Spirits: Getting to Know Pimm’s

Snackbar’s search for the next cosmopolitan.
April White
 

Spirits: On Tap: Stoudt’s Weizen

A spicy Bavarian-style with aromas that evoke freshly baked banana bread—what more can you ask for in a wheat beer?
Marnie Old
 
 

What to Drink

Learn what to bring to your BYOB with a wine that fits your budget
Marnie Old
 

Where We're Eating

Find out where Philly Magazine staff are eating
Joy Manning, Lauren McCutcheon, Christine...
 
 
 

Shopping & Style

Debut: Peanut Butter & Jane

Take a first look at Theresa Benincasa new Parisian-playroom-evoking children’s boutique, Peanut Butter & Jane
Ashley Primis
 

Greetings from ... Kennebunkport

The crown jewel of Maine, Kennebunkport, is exactly what you would imagine it to be
Michael Callahan
 
 

Homegrown: Style Sticks

Wall decals, the darlings of the decorating world, have been slow to catch on here, but that’s poised to change…
Lauren McCutcheon
 

The Mix: Design Time

This month, interior designer Michael Shannon, answers our prayers — and quickly solves the design woes of the decorator-less masses
Lauren McCutcheon
 
 

The Mix: Lowdown

A mixed bag of savings and great finds for May
Chelsea Karnash
 

Trend: Hot Mamas

Is that pregnant-woman glow or just a good aesthetician? These days, it’s anybody’s guess
Christine Speer
 
 
 

Pulse

60-Second Critic: Anthology: Child’s Play: Cartoon Art of Stan and Jan Berenstain

Long before the Berenstain Bears came to fame, Stan and Jan Berenstain depicted a more serious message
Amy Strauss
 

60-Second Critic: CD: The Roots - Rising Down

The Roots prove once again that their unique and original style can never be duplicated
Richard Rys
 
 

60-Second Critic: Give Me Your Most Expensive Bottle

The sale of a 1787 Bordeaux belonging to Thomas Jefferson carries a $156,000 price tag...
Richard Rys
 

60-Second Critic: TV: The Return of John Bolaris

Has John Bolaris lost his thunder?
Amy Strauss
 
 

60-Second Critic: Venue: Franklin Theater

The pros and cons of the Franklin Institute’s new 275-seat 3-D-and-Blu-ray-capable theater—Does it truly make movie magic?
Richard Rys
 

Brooke de la Villanova: High Society May 2008

Brooke dishes on the Flower Show opening
 
 

Chatter: Philadelphia Magazine 100 Years: Julius Erving

In honor of our centennial, we look back at some of the stories that shaped Philly Mag
Christine Speer
 

Chatter: Ta-Ta, Wawa

Sometimes, it’s easier to close than clean
Christine Speer
 
 

Chatter: Tarnished Idol

When it comes to TV’s most popular show, how come Philly hits all the wrong notes?
Amy Strauss
 

Chatter: That’s How We J-Roll

How does Jimmy Rollins roll to spring training?
Tim McManus
 
 

Chatter: Welcome to Fantasy Island?

Is the new mayor’s first budget giving away the store?
Pervaiz Shallwani
 

Philadelphicon: The Devon Horse Show

The oldest and largest outdoor, multi-breed horse competition in the country serves up its own unique mix of equestrian glamour
Carrie Denny
 
 
 

Other

Join the Crew

Slim down for summer at Philly's hottest rowing studio
Kyle Winslow
 

Paddle Away Pudge

Get fit, have fun and de-stress with Philly’s area kayaking trips
Stephanie Twining
 
 

Running Relief

For Philly runners, there are plenty of options when it comes to sneaks that'll safeguard those knees
Kyle Winslow
 

Top Doctors: Your Questions Answered

Find how we compile our Top Docs list and answers to other frequently asks questions.
 
 
 
 
 

January 2008

The Godfather's DaughterPhiladelphia Home: Mad About Mid-Century ModernNext: Philly's People to Watch
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February 2008

The 2008 Philly Mag 50The Very Public Self-Destruction of Alycia LaneThe Last Union Town
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March 2008

It’s 5 p.m. Do You Know Where Your Husband Is?How Matt Lauer Is Wrecking the Philly Real Estate MarketSpring Awakening
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April 2008

The Last Days of the Philadelphia LawyerCarte BlancheThe Firms
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May 2008

Above Par: The Best CoursesGreen GenesTop Doctors 2008
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June 2008

Web Extra: Four Decades of the Philadelphia OrchestraThe Shore '08The New Hamptons?
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July 2008

The Easy, Breezy, Laid-Back, Super-Relaxed, We-Love-Summer Guide to Outdoor DiningHow to Have FunThe Anthropologist
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August 2008

Wyeth’s WorldStop, by Andrew WyethThe Couple That Loves Us Back
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September 2008

Class Acts: The $212,000,000 SchoolThe Top 50 School Districts 2008Class Acts
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October 2008

Still LifeBrawl on the SquareThe Legacy
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November 2008

The Last Great LadySingle in Philly: Are You There, Waffles? It’s Me, ChristySingle in Philly: Where Is the Love?
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December 2008

My Philadelphia Story: D. Herbert LipsonSearching for Richardson DilworthThe Great Philly Mag Centennial Quiz
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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

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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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