Literary agents, best-selling authors, and industry conveners — they’re having some of their biggest successes in Philly.
Two Years and One Narcolepsy Diagnosis Later, Essen North Is Finally Opening
Tova du Plessis’s highly anticipated bakery is finally opening its doors in Kensington, bringing her signature pastries, bagels, coffee, and more to the neighborhood.
How to Get Free Street Trees for Your House — and Why You Should
Trees help you keep cool, save money and fight climate change.
Where to Drink in Fishtown
Dives, dancing, date picks, and a cabaret club for good measure.
Thousands of Philadelphians Need to Fix Their Mail-In Ballots
Plus: A beloved South Jersey bakery is calling it quits, and we say farewell to B101 listener Teri Garr.
Philly Today: Fox 29 Strikes First in Silly Winter Weather Report Battle
Plus, a downright warm Philly Halloween.
50 Years of Best of Philly: Politics
In honor of the 50th anniversary of Best of Philly, we’re taking a look back. For this month’s BOP50, our power players.
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 highly anticipated guide to the most exciting, compelling, and provocative restaurants in Philly
Puyero Is Bringing Arepas and Tequeños to University City
Plus: Mighty Bread introduces aperitivo hour, Forsythia revamps their menu, and a two-day bacon fest worth driving to.
Everything at This West Chester Boutique Is Black
The shoes, accessories, and clothing at DRK MTTR include both vintage and contemporary pieces.
Weekending in Santa Barbara County, California
This Central Coast enclave promises a toes-in-the-sand ambience and plenty of wine.
30 Must-Visit Pennsylvania State Historical Markers
There are nearly 600 markers in Philadelphia and its collar counties. These should get you started on a historical deep dive.
Where Neapolitan Tradition Meets Pizza Anarchy
Sorellina diverges from pizza norms with street-punk-style Neapolitan pies made just for funsies.
From the World Cup and MLB All-Star Game to kayak flotillas, lighthouse climbs, and revolutionary adventures, here’s how to make the most of Philadelphia’s once-in-250-years summer.
Please give a warm welcome to Best of Philly 2026: Everything you want, didn’t know you needed, and should check out in Philadelphia right now.
The Battle We Didn’t Expect: Larry Krasner vs. Elon Musk
“Musk must be stopped,” writes Krasner in a just-filed court document. Plus, Kamala Harris had quite the Sunday in Philly.
Wedding Social Media Etiquette for Philly Couples and Their Guests
Sara Murray, CEO and founder of Confetti & Co., helps you communicate your preferences with grace.
Where to Eat Vegan Food in Philly
Philly restaurants celebrating vegetables in all of their various forms — whether you’re looking for a menu that’s exclusively vegan or not.
Where to Make Your Own Aromatic Candles in and Around Philadelphia
These Philly-area studios allow you to DIY your own sniff-worthy candles. Bonus: They’re all BYOB.
