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Spring’s feminine frills get winterized on this season’s prettiest outerwear.

Around this time last year, one little adornment in particular started creeping up on nearly everything for women’s spring fashion: tops, dresses, shoes, bags — […]

Travel editor Christy Speer has her eye on these two oh-so-tempting deals right now.

Don’t you just haaaate this time of year? The holiday parties are done, spring is so far away, and the winter just yawns before you […]

Here’s our round-up of local bridal shows going on in the next two weeks—to help you find your vendors, gather inspiration and get you rolling on your Big-Day plans. Enjoy!

Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts Come spend the evening at this icon Philly landmark, where in-house caterers Jimmy Duffy Catering will provide food samples as […]

Travel editor Christy Speer offers up two spa destinations that’ll help jumpstart your fitness goals.

Well, Healthy Lifers, it’s that time of year again — Post-Holiday Detox (PHD). And while I’m usually happy enough to break in the workout pants […]

Marc Verti’s favorite Philly dishes.

Chef/owner of Vetri, Osteria, and almost-open, Amis Spanish octopus and spicy potatoes at Amada “I just have to get both of them when I go. […]

Fashion editor Carrie Denny shares her motivation for getting on top of her 2010 health and fitness goals. (Shocker: It has to do with shopping.)

So, if you’re like me — and every other human on the planet — you, right now, have vowed not to look (or at the […]

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.

Our latest batch of reasons to get out there and shop.

Haddonfield In-Store Sidewalk Sale This weekend, this adorably quaint downtown in South Jersey is holding its first-ever In-Store sidewalk sale. Stroll the shops of Kings […]

Don’t let a night at the city’s best restaurants blow your diet. Philadelphia’s top chefs—including Iron Chef Jose Garces—share what to order at their restaurants when you’re watching your weight.

It happens every year. You make good on your New Year’s resolution until about two or three weeks into January when you’re starved, literally, for […]

Don’t let a night at the city’s best restaurants blow your diet. Philadelphia’s top chefs—including Iron Chef Jose Garces—share what to order at their restaurants when you’re watching your weight.

It happens every year. You make good on your New Year’s resolution until about two or three weeks into January when you’re starved, literally, for […]

Top Doctor Michael D. Cirigliano, M.D., associate professor of medicine at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, shares his top five tips for a chapped-free winter.

If you can’t brave the cold streets of Philadelphia without a ChapStick — or if you’re like me, two or three, with one stuffed into […]

Mount Laurel resident, former Eagle, and sports director at NBC10 goes through a week of his spending habits.

DAY ONEUS Airways ticket: From Phoenix to Salt Lake City     $119.70Delta Air Lines ticket: From Oakland to Salt Lake City     $363.80Lunch: Wawa, Bala […]

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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.

Jose Garces’s favorite Philly dishes

Jose Garces Chef/owner of Amada, Tinto, Distrito, Chifa and Village Whiskey Seafood ramen at Zento “I love ordering this for lunch, especially since Zento is […]

Jennifer Carroll’s favorite Philly dishes.

Jennifer Carroll Chef de Cuisine of 10 Arts Bistro & Lounge Hummus at Zahav "All the various kinds are so soft and rich and luxurious." […]

Home editor Lauren McCutcheon finds out what local shop owners are looking forward to seeing this year.

As we head into a new year — inevitably filled with new, for-our-home purchases — we asked five of our favorite shelter shop owners and […]

Study abroad! See the world! Make your college rich!

When my college-age daughter wanted to spend a semester studying abroad, I was delighted. My worldly little girl! And her school makes it so easy. […]

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