If you’ve had a Schmitter at Citizens Bank Park or the Linc and assumed it was named after Phillies Hall of Famer Mike Schmidt, consider visiting its ancestral home, a friendly, smoke-free bar in Chestnut Hill run by the same family for more than 80 years. The Schmitter—a cheesesteak on a kaiser roll with extra cheese, fried onions, grilled salami, tomato, and secret house dressing—got its name from a regular who always drank Schmidt’s beer; his preferred sandwich became known as the Schmitter.
The Philadelphia Wine Festival is back for its 9th year! This premier tasting event boasts nearly 200 fine wineries from around the world. May 8. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown.