After a quarter century at Haverford High, 2026’s National Teacher of the Year Leon Smith shares what he’s learned about connection, critical thinking, and helping young people see what they’re capable of.
Just Listed: Rebuilt Rowhouse in East Kensington
Old bones, young heart and soul, great location.
Trader Joe’s Is Opening a Second Location in Philadelphia
And more grocery store developments in News You Can Use.
Inside Pizzeria Beddia’s $450-a-Night Hoagie Room
In the restaurant’s secret back room, sandwiches become the star.
The Secret Menu Items to Order at Philly Restaurants
These are the dishes you can only order if you know to ask.
A Penn Genetics Professor Wants to Change How We Think About Race
For most of us, the association of skin color with race is automatic. Sarah Tishkoff’s research shows it’s nothing of the sort.
The Center City Designer Behind a Cool Line of Hand-Embroidered Bags
Meet Gayatri Chopra of Simitri Designs.
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
This Modern Chestnut Hill House Is a Master Class in Maximalism
Look inside the home of designer Hannah Dee.
The Best Thing That Happened This Week: Our Very Own Ghost Ship
Hurry and catch the apparition before it (shiver … ) disappears!
This is What Drone Wedding Photography in Philly Looks Like
It gives you a totally different POV on weddings.
Inside the Philly Journaling Workshop That Brings Up All the Feels
The Creative Collective meets monthly for expressive writing sessions.
Mark your calendars to celebrate, eat, and explore your way through Philly.
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.
Don’t Get Spooked by This South Philly Halloween Decor
Point Breeze resident Joeanne Broaddus on her very realistic Halloween decoration.
“The Rock” Wished This Fishtown Grandma a Happy 100th Birthday
“I believe you’re in Philadelphia. I love Philadelphia. I’m sending you so much love.”
Race Street Pier Gets Its Very Own Beer Garden
Starting tomorrow and running through October, FCM Hospitality will run River Beer Garden, a pop-up beer garden at Race Street Pier.
Where to Find Great Bowls of Ramen in Philly
From shoyu to tan tan, these are the best spots to slurp a warming bowl of ramen in Philly.
