February 2026 Issue
Featured
All the Philly People and Places in The Simpsons’ 800th Episode
From Dalessandro’s to Quinta Brunson to a fictitious park “honoring” Michael Vick. And, oh yes, Wawa.
The Art of the Tasting Menu
Friday Saturday Sunday’s Chad Williams walks us through the meticulous planning that goes into every dish of his tasting menu.
The Case for Killing Vibe Dining
The time has come for Philly to decide if it wants restaurants that tell a personal story or just provide a backdrop for a TikTok.
Why the Best Seat in a Restaurant Is at the Bar
Why settle for a quiet table when you can get a front-row seat to the action in the kitchen and accidentally become best friends with a stranger?
Republican Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick Is Stuck in a System He Hates
The Republican from Bucks County is on a crusade to crush the roots of America’s toxic partisan politics.
Inside the Philadelphia Art Museum’s Epic Meltdown
The exclusive story behind the brutal ouster of Sasha Suda and the new civil war at Philadelphia’s premier cultural institution
Metropolis
Whose 250th Is This, Anyway?
As democracy teeters, are we really owning the Semiquincentennial?
Kensington Becomes Its Own Landlord
How one special sliver of the city is redefining what smart neighborhood development can look like in Philadelphia … and far beyond.
Philadelphia Forgot A. Leon Higginbotham. America Can’t Afford To
Remembering a judge, mentor, and civil rights icon at a moment the country cries out for him.
The Great Philly Mag Semiquincentennial Quiz
Introducing our monthly Semiquincentennial Quiz. First up, the Lenni Lenape Era.
A Millennial Mayor Rises in Delco
Media’s newly inaugurated mayor Joi Washington has a passion for urbanism, affordable housing, and … comic books.
Scout
A Custom Chaise and Dramatic Colors Define This East Passyunk Home Office
Design Manifest reinvigorated the second floor of this East Passyunk brownstone — a couple years after transforming the first.
Living in Manayunk: A Neighborhood Guide
This neighborhood might look like a European hill town, but the vibe is all Philly.
What We’re Loving Right Now: Philly-Themed Jigsaw Puzzles From Occasionette
The Heart of Philadelphia option is a coolly color-blocked celebration of the city.
A Peek Inside Montco Interior Designer Rasheeda Gray’s Kitchen Makeover
The owner of Gray Space Interiors, who was featured on the latest season of HGTV’s Renovation Resort, gave her home a functional yet stylish update to reflect her family of four.
West Philly Musician Black Buttafly on What Moves Her in the City
The Italian Market, Bob and Barbara’s, and Time restaurant make her list.
Philly Sneaker Shops That Will Kick Your Look Up a Notch
Find everything from local brand collabs to pre-loved shoes.
Getaway: Winter in Philly Sucks. Take a Break From the Chill With a Trip to Miami
A sun-soaked beach would feel pretty good right now.
Navigator
Philly Museums, Revisited: Classes, Shops, and After-Hours Bashes
From hands-on classes and shopping to late nights, family-friendly programs, and under-the-radar institutions, here are the many ways to experience Philly museums right now.
How to Experience Philly Museums … Beyond the Galleries
From hands-on classes and after-hours parties to shopping, dining, and even a pop-up sauna, here’s how to experience Philly museums in new ways.
6 Underrated Philly Museums — Based on What You’re Already Into
Find something that catches your eye at a new-to-you institution.
6 Imaginative Exhibits at Philly Museums This Season
Our picks for the most compelling shows across Philly right now, from radical ceramics to Shaker simplicity.
South Philly’s Pulitzer-Winning Playwright Loves Trash TV Just As Much As We Do
His latest play opens this week at the Arden.
FringeArts Finally Lives Up to Its Destiny
It’s taken more than a decade for the theater to become a year-round destination for the live arts.