by Susan Morgan | Jun 1, 2020 | Featured Chef
In response to the COVID-19 crisis, Greg DiStefano, the third-generation owner of Victor Café, recently re-opened for take-out and delivery business. It’s a first for his century-plus old South Philadelphia landmark, which is perhaps best known as the fictional...
by Susan Morgan | Feb 28, 2020 | Featured Chef
“Yo cuz!” belts Philadelphia Native, Steve Martorano. His catchy signature phrase encompasses his life along with his philosophy of food, family, and giving back in just two words. According to Martorano, it symbolizes that we are all connected, meaning we...
by Susan Morgan | Jan 31, 2020 | Featured Chef
Maplewood III, Vineland, NJ Strong Roots and Strong Branches by: Jessica Jewel Tyler The warm and charming Maplewood locations are far from a chain restaurant and more like a “tree” restaurant. Named after the large Maplewood tree that overlooked the first location...
by Susan Morgan | Dec 31, 2019 | Featured Chef
D’Angelo Philadelphia, PA From Italy, With Brotherly Love by: Jessica Jewel Tyler There’s a saying in Italy, “Chi non risica non rosica,” which loosely translates into “nothing ventured, nothing gained.” So After Tony attended culinary school, the D’Angelo...
by Susan Morgan | Nov 27, 2019 | Featured Chef
Putting Experience on the Menu: Café 2825, Atlantic City, NJ By Jessica Jewel Tyler Outside of Italy, New York is one of the best places in the world to eat Italian food. That’s exactly why Joe Lautato wanted to bring the Brooklyn-style Italian eatery over to...