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On Scott Schroeder’s Doorstep: The Kind Of Present That Only Chefs Love Getting

Because seriously? To anyone else, this would basically be the start of a very weird horror movie.

Softshell Season Is Upon Us, Here’s Where To Find Them

Posted by Foobooz on May 15th, 2013

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Soft shells with shoshito and honey at Stateside

We here at Foobooz World Headquarters have a soft spot for soft shell crabs. Some might get bummed out by the thought of biting through a shell, devouring a whole animal and all that. But us, we love the idea of crabby taste without the hustle or frustration of shucking anything. And softshell season is officially upon us. The delicious creatures have been showing up on more menus around town over recent days.

Here are where we’ve spotted soft shell crabs »

Han Dynasty Expanding In A Big Way

Posted by Jason Sheehan on May 10th, 2013

Okay, so first there was the news that Han Dynasty owner, Han Chiang, was looking for an “apprentice” who, among other things, would learn Chiang’s way of doing business and make millions of dollars. And now more info on Chiang’s plans are coming down via Eater, which is reporting that the local Szechuan impresario is making some serious moves toward total world domination.

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Outdoor Dining Guide Is Updated for 2013

Posted by Foobooz on May 10th, 2013

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We’ve updated our Outdoor Dining Guide for 2013. The completely sortable guide can help you find the best spot to drink good beer while avoiding the fumes of a SEPTA bus.

Check it out now.

And of course, if you see any omissions, let us know by emailing tips@foobooz.com.

2013 Outdoor Dining Guide [f8b8z]

Spotted: Georges Perrier in the Kitchen at Mica

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Here’s Georges Perrier in the kitchen at Mica. Perrier has taken over Chip Roman’s kitchen all week.

Cheap Eats: Makkah Market

Posted by Trey Popp on May 8th, 2013

Judging from the dinky white microwave perched prominently in the dining area, or the tables that look like rummage from an off-brand burger joint installed without a level, or the sign advising diners to clear out after an hour, Makkah Market seems like an unlikely gourmet destination. But if there’s a better lunch-and-specialty-market combo in West Philly, I don’t know about it.

Actually, lunch is just what I use it for. But it’s open 24 hours, so I could hit it up for an egg-and-cheese if I wanted. Or blackened tilapia at the dinner hour; the other afternoon I noticed a dozen whole fish sizzling on the griddle at once.

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Hey, Speaking Of American Sardine Bar…

This month’s guest sandwich: “The Baldino” by Joey Baldino. Braised tripe, broccoli rabe and sharp provolone on a Sarcone’s roll, fried long hot on the side.

~@Foodsyoucaneat

Progress at American Sardine Bar’s Outdoor Patio

Posted by Foobooz on May 7th, 2013

The back patio at American Sardine Bar is coming along nicely. Check out the progress over on Property, Philadelphia magazine’s real estate blog.

165-Seat Restaurant Sneaking into Center City

Posted by Foobooz on May 6th, 2013

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Eimer Design recently sent us a note that they are designing the forthcoming Good Stuff Eatery by Spike Mendelsohn. And that’s cool and all but what really struck our fancy was the Center City restaurant drawing they have on their site. It’s a 163-seat restaurant that is inspired by a classic 1920’s Americana diner.

What’s bothering us though is we don’t know where it is going or who is running it. And it is hard to sneak a 165-seat restaurant into town. Could it be the rumored PJ Clarke’s at Broad and Spruce? Perhaps a hotel-related project?

Have any guesses or inside information? Leave a note in the comments or annotate the image above.

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