Philadelphia CheeseSteak Guide

Philadelphia, PA -The Philly Cheesesteak is a long, crusty roll loaded with thinly sliced sautéed ribeye steak and melted cheese. For out-of-town patrons, the cheese of preference is often Cheez Whiz, but American and provolone are acceptable alternatives for locals.

Philadelphia's Hoagie Guide

Philadelphia, PA - The hoagie, a beloved sandwich synonymous with Philadelphia, boasts a rich history and a devoted following.  Declared the "official sandwich of Philadelphia" by former Mayor Ed Rendell in 1992, this iconic creation is a culinary masterpiece built on simplicity and quality ingredients.

Photo: The Mural Arts in Philadelphia

The Mural Arts in Philadelphia is committed to promoting research on and development of public-involved art strategies. Founded in 2017 as an initiative of Mural Arts Philadelphia, the Institute's strategy is focused around connection: building networks, developing relationships, and convening artists, community, together with partners to work together around participatory public art practices.

Philly All About Beer

Philadelphia, PA - Prohibitionists and other conservatives have long viewed beer as the devil's brew. The beer itself isn't so bad; it's people that have given it a bad rap. When used in a controlled, social setting, beer is nothing more than a cold, refreshing break time treat.

History of Philadlephia's Italian Restaurants

Philadelphia, PA  - If you're younger than 50, you probably assume that Italian restaurants have been around in the city of brotherly love for at least a few hundred years. While this type of food has been prevalent in the U.S. for decades, it doesn't have quite the history in this company that you may think.

Sports - Philadelphia Phillies

The Philadelphia Phillies are an American professional baseball team based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. They are the oldest continuous, one-name, one-city franchise in all of professional American sports, dating back to 1883. The Phillies compete in Major League Baseball (MLB) as a member club of the National League (NL) East division. Since 2004, the team's home has been Citizens Bank Park, located in South Philadelphia.