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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.


Philadelphia psychologist Sandra Shachar, who was cited and threatened with arrest by feds for vandalism at the President's House (photo courtesy Sandra Shachar)
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2009 Philly Mag 50 Methodology

For this list, we defined “restaurant” as a sit-down, full-service establishment. Our reviewers ate hundreds of meals during multiple visits to almost 200 restaurants (and […]

Pasta dinner the night before? Check. Hit the Porta Potty before the start? Check. But there are a few other things local surgeon Jerry Peden, MD — a six-time Broad Street Run racer — says you should keep in mind before lacing up

 This Sunday morning Jerry Peden will run Broad Street for the sixth time. “I really enjoy it. It’s a great race, and everyone feels like […]

Crozer’s new “multi-cycle” IVF packages may save couples money and stress

For many couples, having a baby doesn’t come easy — and coming up with the cash for infertility treatments can be even harder. On average, […]

Fairmount Park Recreation Guide

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Fairmount Park Guide

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Street Stlye April 24, 2009

Happy Friday! Since Street Style is now coming atcha from within our revamped newsletter, we’re also revamping our system just a bit … This time, […]


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.


Obsessed: Picks From Our Style Squad

Danuta Mieloch, owner of Rescue Rittenhouse SpaCurrently loving: The Renewing Pack from Valmont “Essential to have stashed in my bag for emergencies; it helps smooth […]

Local spas and salons are offering up luxe pedicures, perfect for buffing and polishing those winter-worn tootsies so. Here are 10 we’ve definitely got our eyes on…

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3000BC Spa, Chestnut Hill and Wayne The Pedi: Spa PedicureThe Treatment: After soaking in an aromatherapy Dead Sea salt footbath, your feet will be covered […]

Barneys Co-Op Has Come To Stay

They built it, and oh, did the people come. It started last Thursday and hasn’t let up since — I wasn’t alone waltzing through the […]

Having a baby isn’t always easy. Luckily, Philadelphia is full of doctors working on the forefront of infertility treatments. Here, five local options that’ll help you give it your best shot.

Many women grow up believing that, at some point, they’ll find a guy, settle down and have a family. But it doesn’t always work that […]

Our style-savvy editors scout the latest fashions.

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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.


Wedding planner Kimberly Fink is all for extending that olive branch …

Question: I really don’t get along with my future sister-in-law, but she had me as a bridesmaid in her wedding. Does that mean I have […]

Cindy Harris, owner of Georgie Girl Boutique, dishes on her latest obsession

WHO: Cindy Harris OWNS: Georgie Girl Boutique MOST RECENT PURCHASE I’M LOVING: Glominerals lipgloss DISCOVERED AT: Salon M. (http://www.salonmdesign.com/) WHY I’M OBSESSED: My hairdresser has […]

The kids will love it.

Local talents Ben Dibble and Jeffrey Coons finally hang up their roles as Frog and Toad from the classic children’s book series. It’s a charming […]

Master chocolatier Antoine Amrani turned down Godiva to stay in Philly — and his new retail shop is about to prove how lucky we are that he did.

Former Le Bec-Fin top pastry toque (and Paris-trained) Antoine Amrani has teamed up with a few local investors to start an eponymous chocolate line. While […]

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