Beck’s Cajun Cafe

This summer Beck’s Cajun Cafe will be coming to 30th Street Station. The popular Reading Terminal Market stand will be opening next to what was Delilah’s in the food court at 30th Street. Look for the same Cajun fare that the RTM stand is popular for.

Beck’s Cajun Cafe [Official Site]

Okay, so remember a couple weeks ago when we posted our Foobooz Six-Pack detailing the best non-traditional cheesesteaks available in Philly? I’m guessing you do, because at least a few of you out there were loud enough in your insistence that we’d missed a couple important ones that we decided another taste test was in order–just in case the ones you folks loved were worth making the list.

And guess what? They were…
Show me the cheesesteaks

I know, it’s not like many Foobooz readers need an excuse for eating cinnamon rolls in the middle of the day. But if, for some reason (strict diet, naggy significant other, orders from your cardiologist), you are on some kind of draconian weight loss regimen that does not allow sugary breakfast treats to be eaten in the afternoon (or at all), may I present the King Cake.

What it is, is a braided yeast cake, filled with cinnamon and nuts, and topped with white icing and colored sugar sprinkles–so basically a cinnamon roll with some extra sugar poured on top. And yeah, it is just as tasty as it sounds. What’s more, it’s a traditional Mardi Gras cake, served all over the Big Easy this time of year, so if anyone gives you any crap for eating rainbow-colored cake for lunch, you can always claim that you’re eating one (or two, or three) just to get in the spirit of the season.

Down at Reading Terminal Market, Beck’s Cajun Cafe has individual cakes on the menu right now, and will make ring-cake versions (also very traditional) that will serve 15-20 with a day’s notice. So what are you waiting for?

Beck’s Cajun Cafe [Official website]

On Wednesdays and Sundays Beck’s Cajun Cafe in the Reading Terminal Market offers beignets. Bob Libkind says the New Orleans delicacy has been on point each of the last three times he’s tried an order of six.

Beck’s Beignets [Robert's Market Report]
Beck’s Cajun Cafe [Official Site]

Marty Grims is set to open Chew Man Chu on Wednesday, October 28th. It’ll be classic Asian dishes prepared by chef Wong Ophaso. Ophaso has experience around the world in French and Asian restaurants.

Muffaletta, fried oyster po boys, beignets and more ‘Nalins cuisine will be available at Beck’s Cajun Cafe at the Reading Terminal Market.

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