The Philadelphia Citizen

Your Guide to the 2026 General Election

All the candidates — including PA governor and U.S. reps — on the ballot on November 3rd


Things to Do

The Best Things You Can Possibly Do in Philly This Week and Weekend

Restaurants

Welcome to Philly’s Italian Renaissance

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City Life

The Coolest Halloween Party in Philly Was the One You Didn’t Know About

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Be Well Philly

This Adoptable Pit Bull Mix Would Make One Incredible Running Buddy

Meet Lucie.

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City Life

Police: 7-Year-Old Dies After Falling Between Subway Cars

Authorities say the boy was selling candy when he slipped onto the tracks.

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Property

Upgraded Upscale Trinity in Rittenhouse Square

It has twice the room of a Rittenhouse starter condo, for starters.

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Be Well Philly

This $10 BPM Fitness Outdoor Workout Comes With a Chance to Win Serious Lululemon Swag

Plus some killer views.

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Life & Style

We’re Totally Coveting These Diamond Apple Watch Bracelets

We haven’t seen anything like these before!

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Restaurants

The Cheesesteak: An Oral History

As special bonus content for our October cover story on (what else?) cheesesteaks, we delve into the archives to bring you this historical account of the cheesesteak, from the people who know it best.


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Your Guide to the 2026 General Election

Your Guide to the 2026 General Election

All the candidates — including PA governor and U.S. reps — on the ballot on November 3rd.

50 Best Restaurants in Philadelphia

50 Best Restaurants in Philadelphia

Our highly anticipated guide to the most exciting, compelling, and provocative restaurants in Philly


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Restaurants

That Time John Kerry Ordered a Cheesesteak “With Swiss”

And more great moments in cheesesteak history.

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Restaurants

Who the Hell Invented the Cheesesteak Egg Roll?

Uncovering the origin story of Philadelphia’s most far-reaching culinary export.

Restaurants

The Cheesesteak, Reconsidered

Maybe it’s part of your daily routine, or maybe you haven’t had one in years. Either way, we say it’s time to proudly embrace Philly’s favorite sandwich for what it is: our city’s cultural and culinary gem.

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Restaurants

The One Cheesesteak You Should Never Eat

Death to the cheesesteak hoagie.

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Things to Do

The Jaunt: Weekending in the Wharf

What to do, eat, and more in D.C.’s hottest neighborhood.

Find It PhillyWhat you need, when you need it.

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The Best Fall Festivals to Check Out This Season in Philly

The Best Fall Festivals to Check Out This Season in Philly

Mark your calendars to celebrate, eat, and explore your way through Philly.

Best of Philly 2026

Best of Philly 2026

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.


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Life & Style

Connoisseur: Alex Gushner’s Favorite Things

The fourth-generation Boyds heir and men’s buyer dishes on the new $10M renovation, his scouting trips to Italy, and all the stuff he can’t live without.

City Life

Best Thing This Week: He’s Baaack!

Son, take us to the mountain again.

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Restaurants

The Birth of Vetri

The restaurant changed the game for Philly’s food scene. On the 20th anniversary of Vetri’s opening, one of its co-founders looks back on how it all came to be.

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Be Well Philly

The Best Northern Liberties Healthy Food Spots and Workouts

According to local trainer, Christine Hronec.

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