by Blake Montalto | May 1, 2025 | Featured Chef
The Blue Hen By: Blake Montalto In 2017, The Blue Hen opened its doors in Rehoboth Beach, DE, with Julia Robinson as Chef de Cuisine. From the start, her talent and leadership in the kitchen were undeniable. That summer, she was promoted to Executive Chef, and just a...
by Blake Montalto | Mar 31, 2025 | Featured Chef
The Victor Café By: Blake Montalto For over a century, The Victor Café has been a cherished landmark in the heart of South Philadelphia, seamlessly blending the art of fine dining with the grandeur of live opera. Originally founded in 1918 by John DiStefano as a...
by Blake Montalto | Feb 28, 2025 | Featured Chef
Wilder By: Lily Cope In Philadelphia’s vibrant and historic Rittenhouse Square neighborhood, WILDER stands out from the pack. The restaurant, helmed by owner Brett Naylor and executive chef Ryan LaFrance, is a testament to eclectic creativity, blending...
by Blake Montalto | Jan 31, 2025 | Featured Chef
Dish Osteria & Bar By: Lily Cope Since 2000, Dish Osteria & Bar has been a cornerstone of Pittsburgh’s Southside dining scene. Housed in a historic bar from 1885, Dish combines old-world charm with contemporary Sicilian flavors, thanks to Chef-Owner Michele...
by Blake Montalto | Jan 2, 2025 | Featured Chef
Tosca By: Lily Cope Nestled in the vibrant Penn Quarter neighborhood of Washington, D.C., Ristorante Tosca has been a cornerstone of fine Northern Italian dining for over 20 years. Owned by Paolo Sacco and helmed by Executive Chef Fortunato Nicotra alongside Chef de...
