Pie: it's as easy as 1, 2, 3.14159.... As a justification to stuff our pie holes this month, we’ve found a convenient pair of homophones — the phonetic rendering of the Greek letter π (used to represent the ratio of a circle’s circumference to its diameter) and the classic dessert of filled pâte brisée . To… continue reading Bake Some STE(A)M Skills Into Your Celebration of Pi Day

By written by Lane    March 14, 2023   

• Culinary Literacy
• STEM
• STEAM

Philadelphia’s Food Service History is Black History From the Historical Marker Database , photographed by Carolyn Martienssen, June 2015 You might have noticed on South 8th Street a historical marker that reads: “A noted Black caterer, [Robert] Bogle opened a posh eatery at this location in 1813. Recognized for his popular meat… continue reading Robert Bogle and Philadelphia’s Dynastic Black Caterers

By written by Lane    February 25, 2022    1  

• Culinary Literacy
• Black History Month

Recognize and represent our city for its contributions to the popularization of ice cream in the US! And be sure to join us at the Haddington Library on Friday, July 23 at 2:00 p.m. for a demonstration, tasting, and celebration . Water ice may very well be the frozen treat that brings nationwide attention to Philadelphia, but we are actually… continue reading Philly Versus the World: A Battle Over Ice Cream

By written by Lane    July 16, 2021   

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Between Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Fourth of July, block parties, and—let’s be honest—any day with decent weather, Philadelphia loves a cookout. With so many opportunities this summer to come together outdoors, it’s a perfect time to diversify your menus and improve your diet with some new dishes. Besides being versatile,… continue reading What’s Cooking, Grilladelphia?!

By written by Lane    June 25, 2021    1  

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We often emphasize distinctions between the main Abrahamic religions, but they have something culinary in common: each year Muslims, Christians, and Jews restrict their diets to mimic the fasts of their respective prophets Muhammed, Jesus, and Moses. As spring blossoms around the world, the devout undergo often-overlapping fasts for Ramadan,… continue reading Why Did Abraham Care What We Eat? Food Restrictions in Major Religions

By written by Lane    April 16, 2021   

• History
• Culinary Literacy
• Religion