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Where we go past the headlines and straight to the streets of Philadelphia
An entrepreneur like Stephen Starr has come up with a plethora of business decisions the past few decades which have made him a very rich man. Not only have these ideas put money in his pocket, but they have strengthened the popularity of his brand. Starr opened the catering division of the company in... Continue Reading →
High-volume is what Starr employees expect when they arrive to work each day in Philadelphia. At Starr, and for nearly any restaurant in a city holding over 1.5 million people, you have to expect to be busy at some point. The winters do get slow at times, but the business never is completely "dead," as... Continue Reading →
Of the 19 Starr restaurants around Philadelphia, Buddakan is on the higher scale when it comes to atmosphere, service, and (of course) cost. Located between 4th and 3rd Street on Chestnut Street in the historic part of the city, Buddakan's menu offers Asian-fusion style dishes which include a variety of dim sum and noodles.... Continue Reading →
In the last decade, foie gras, more honestly known as fattened waterfowl liver, has become one of the most controversial yet popular ingredients in restaurant menu items across the country. This fattened duck or goose liver is commonly served pan seared, and it is often used as a spread for breads. It can be found... Continue Reading →
The city of Philadelphia has over a dozen claims to fame. As one of the busiest and largest cities in the U.S., and known for it's cultural diversity and history, there are infinite things that Philly has to offer. As far as the food department is concerned, there is only one food in the entire... Continue Reading →
Andrew Knight is familiar with traveling by way of SEPTA on the surface, but he wants to know more about what's going on behind the curtain. The Pennsylvania native is no stranger to getting around Philadelphia. I had the chance to sit with Andrew to discuss his use of the SEPTA system, his feelings towards... Continue Reading →
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