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How Five Days in Philly Changed Movie History Forever

On the 50th anniversary of Rocky, the never-before-told story of the crazed, chaotic, and clandestine filming of the city’s most famous movie.

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Roy Oswalt Guarantees Nothing

Don’t make parade plans just yet

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Best of Philly 2010

Best one-stop beauty shop

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Taste: Dining Out: Where We’re Eating: August 2010: Juan Carlos

Who knows where the chic diners filling this elegant Pottstown BYOB come from? They’re all happy to be here, enjoying chef Ron Garces’s Mexican egg […]

Taste: Dining Out: Where We’re Eating: August 2010: Amuse

Convenient to the Convention Center, this bistro in the new Le Meridien hotel reflects the hotel’s French heritage—order the hanger steak rare and it arrives […]

Taste: Dining Out: Where We’re Eating: August 2010: Sprig and Vine

The sophisticated setting at this vegan BYOB—sage upholstery, deep brown wainscoting, professional service—is worlds away from the hippie aesthetic associated with the V word. Vegetable-centric […]

Best of Philly 2026: Best Philadelphians

Best of Philly 2026: Best Philadelphians

Brainiac scientists. The city’s most fanatical fans. A Mister Softee aficionado who stole our hearts — and more of our favorite neighbors this year

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.

Taste: Dining Out: Where We’re Eating: August 2010: Delicatessen

At this modern take on the Jewish deli, some fusion dishes—Bubby’s Kitchen Sink Pho, a mash-up of excellent matzoh ball soup with pastrami, corned beef […]

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60 Seconds With Preston & Steve

Today’s clip: Snooki’s sexy swimsuit

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Best of Philly 2010

Best coach

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Stuff I Don’t Understand

From Inception to street signs to Milton Street

Soon-to-be open restaurants from Starr to Garces and beyond

The Great Recession lingers on, but restaurants are opening in Philly at a brisk clip, with restaurateurs announcing new projects every week. We checked in […]

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76 Other Ways Philly Changed the World

76 Other Ways Philly Changed the World

Sure, Philly gave America democracy. But, from bubble gum to the world’s first computer to life-saving medical breakthroughs, Philadelphia’s greatest export is actually our influence.

Our Petition Worked — Ona Judge Day Is Now Official

Our Petition Worked — Ona Judge Day Is Now Official

We launched a petition to urge the Mayor and City Council to make May 21st a day to honor the brave former slave who escaped from George Washington — because no one tells Philadelphia to keep the truth to ourselves.

Dinner With … Jean-Marie Lacroix

What you did during your two years of semi-retirement: I became a private chef to one person. My wife.   Where you’ve been dining now […]

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Stadium vendors cited for health violations

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Dinner for Schmucks

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Dating After Divorce

‘He won’t introduce me to his kids.’

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