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Taste: What We’re Eating October 2007

Philadelphia restaurants we consider worthy of trying this month. Dock Street Brewery and Restaurant The waitress’s black tee says “Bohemian,” and it’s a statement about […]

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A bright, clean and well-made wine anyone can afford. Prosecco, Northern Italy’s favorite sparkling wine, won American fans with its delicious orchard-fresh flavor and modest […]

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Where can a guy get a well-made off-the-rack suit these days? — Buttoned-Up in Bala

Where can a guy get a well-made off-the-rack suit these days? So glad you asked, because we are absolutely loving Brooks Brothers (multiple locations, brooksbrothers.com) […]

Good Life: Style Adviser: Designer Deals

My favorite discounted women’s apparel place in New York just closed. Can you suggest a replacement in Philadelphia or environs? — A Frugal Fashionista Yes! […]

Good Life: Style Adviser: Browbeaten

Where’s the best place in town for eyebrow shaping? Where’s the best place in town for eyebrow shaping? When I get my thick, silky black […]

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Our world-champion Eagles, a messy traffic stop, an unexpected councilperson, and the Delco pope

The 25 Most Philly Athletes of All Time

The 25 Most Philly Athletes of All Time

This city has had a love affair with the pitchers, running backs, goalies, and point guards who have called it home. Here, we present our definitive ranking. Let the debates begin.

The Republicans, out of power in Philadelphia for half a century, have no shot in this election, either. So why is mayoral wannabe Al Taubenberger smiling?

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This month, scores of Philadelphians will take part in the city’s annual dragon boat festival. After a week at dragon boat camp, I know just what they’re in for. (Hint: Pass the Advil)

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Center City stores get ready to stay up past their bedtimes

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How Two Philadelphia Tortoises Stole Our Hearts

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An Oral History of the Sound of Philadelphia

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Authorities call Jeffrey J. Marsalis the worst serial rapist in Pennsylvania history. So how could two juries find an admitted liar more believable than the 10 women who accused him?

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