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October 2008

Cover Story
The Existential Crisis of the Wait-at-Home Mom
The first generation of Philly women who “opted out” in order to stay home with their kids is now ready for what’s next. Trouble is, opting back in can be pretty scary when you aren’t even sure who you are anymore
Vicki Glembocki
 
 

Features

Brawl on the Square

Jane Golden built the Mural Arts Program into one of the city’s proudest achievements, a testament to the power of...
John Marchese
 

Movers and Shapers

This year, hundreds of local designers will host symposia, open studios, installations, parties and exhibits in 90 events from October...
 
 

Suburban Mom Roundtable: What's a Girl to Do?

We invited five women to discuss what no men would ever need to — what’s a girl to do when...
 

The Legacy

Jim Beasley Sr., a legendary, boot-stomping Philadelphia Lawyer, left his firm in the hands of his ne’er-do-well son. But now...
Steve Volk
 
 

The Making of a Philly Restaurant 2008

What, you thought it would be easy opening a little French bistro?
April White
 

The Making of a Philly Restaurant 2008: Open Secrets

Funny things happen on the way to launching a restaurant
April White
 
 
 

Departments

Business: Blowin’ in the Wind

Two major Spanish companies specializing in wind technology have settled here, hoping to cash in on the alternative-energy craze. With...
John Marchese
 

Exit Interview: Kat Dennings

Bryn Mawr’s hottest actress stars in Nick and Nora’s Infinite Playlist
Richard Rys
 
 

Politics: Mr. Obama Goes to Philly

Last spring, Barack Obama holed up in a Center City hotel room and crafted the most important speech of his...
Matthew Teague
 

Power: Whiffing on Wi - Fi

The first wireless city! Everyone connected to the Internet! Civic leaders and the media, including this magazine, believed wi-fi would...
Dan P. Lee
 
 

Sports: Golden Boy

Temple’s football coach isn’t just turning his historically awful team around — he’s got a vision for North Philly, too
Sandy Hingston
 
 

Dining, Food & Wine

Annotated Recipe: Chocolate Chip and Dried Cherry Cookies

For 15 years, Metropolitan Bakery has been supplying the city’s daily bread — and feeding our sweet tooth. In this...
April White
 

Critic's Notebook: New, Not Improved

Walnut Street's Minar Palace opens up to mixed reviews.
Joy Manning
 
 

Critic's Notebook: Vegetarian Foodies, Rejoice!

A vegetarian tasting menu worth tasting
Joy Manning
 

Dining on the Cheap: Entrées Under $20

Are entrées under $20 on the dining-out endangered species list? Not at Nicholas, a new cozy 30-seater in Pennsport.
Joy Manning
 
 

Dinner With ... Chef Alison Barshak

First dish I learned to cook: With supervision, pancakes. My drink:Silver El Tesoro margarita: up, no salt, made with lime juice...
 

Eat This Now: Marc Vetri’s Recipes

More than any other chef in the city, Marc Vetri has the magic
Christine Speer
 
 

Reviews: Eatin’ Good

Bistro on the Brandywine proves that an easy, inexpensive meal can also be delicious
Joy Manning
 

Reviews: Turning the Table

Can chef Chris Scarduzio recapture the success of Brasserie Perrier with new Table 31?
Joy Manning
 
 

Taste: Where We're Eating

The hot spots Philly Mag staffers are eating at this month
Joy Manning, Lauren McCutcheon, Bridget...
 

Web Original: Critic's Notebook: Don’t Worry, Be Happy

Critic Joy Manning offers up Ansill, her favorite happy hour that rises above the rest in deals and atmosphere.

Joy Manning
 
 

What to Drink Tonight: Pinot Noir Pessagno “Spring Grove Vineyards”

Among the international regions that produce premium pinot noir, the California versions seem richer and juicier, deeper and darker. In...
Marnie Old
 
 

Shopping & Style

Debut: Govberg Jewelers at Comcast Center

What to expect at the new Govberg Jewelers in Comcast Center.
Ashley Primis
 

Postcard: Greetings from ... Barcelona

Built by the Romans and splashed with the brilliant colors of Antoni Gaudí’s modernist palette, Barcelona is a treasure of...
Erica Beinlich
 
 

Street Style, Week 4: September 26, 2008

What Philly's wearing this week.
Carrie Denny
 

Style Adviser: Fall Into Style

Pumpkin-picking, orchard visits, harvest festivals — autumn is filled with reasons to get outdoors before snowy weather hits. Here’s how...
Carrie Denny
 
 

Style Report: Macy’s Gets Green and Spa Week Is Near

The newest green beauty feature at Macy's
Ashley Primis
 

Tastemaker: Sarah Van Aken

How custom clothing designer Sarah Van Aken started designing uniforms
Ashley Primis
 
 

The Mix: How We Spend: Gold Diggers

Forget lunch dates and cocktail hours. Hard economic times have Main Liners turning to a new — and lucrative —...
Gwen Shaffer
 

The Mix: Lowdown

Three-day sale at Ligne Roset, Gramercy Boutique trunk show featuring MINT Jodi Arnold, green fashion show from Arcadia Boutique and...
Jenna Cooperstein
 
 

The Mix: Trend

Where to go for trendy clothing patterns, modern fabrics, and sewing lessons
Janine White
 

Top 5 Ways to Get Crafty

Philly is teeming with crafty-cool people who are imparting their knowledge to the less-than-handy folks in these fun classes, and...
Emily Gagne
 
 

Web Original: Style Report: Live Models at JKarma and Some Cool Breast Cancer Awareness Events

October is officially Breast Cancer Awareness month and two stores are showing their support. Les Richards at The Shops at...
Ashley Primis
 

Web Original: Style Report: Two new home stores and a NYT mention

Roche Bobois opens a store in Old City, Volpe Tile and Marble opens a new location, and Caroline Tiger takes...
Ashley Primis
 
 
 

Pulse

Chatter: So Much for the Home Team

Phillies home-run hitter Ryan Howard may have scored big when he signed on as a celebrity spokesman for Subway last...
Christine Speer
 

Film: Access Bollywood

Philadelphia is staking its claim to the title of Hollywood East. But could we also become Bollywood West?
Richard Rys
 
 

Health:Rude Awakening

Skip the sleeping pills. Philly doctors say there’s a better way to get a good night’s sleep
Carol Saline
 

Media: Philadelphia Magazine 100 Years

In honor of our centennial, we look back at some of the stories that shaped Philly Mag
April White
 
 

Media:Hometown Anti-Hero

A local luminary keeps it real in South Philly
Tom McGrath
 

Philadelphicon: Henri David’s Halloween

Why Henri David's Halloween Ball continues after 40 years.
Victor Fiorillo
 
 

Politics: Biden Time

Some local leaders who stand to gain from standing by their man
Dan P. Lee
 
 

Other

Center City Slim Down

Don’t let five minutes at Five Guys ruin your waistline
Kris-Ann Panzella
 

Performance Review: Rock 'n' Roll at the Wilma

Richly satisfying, emotionally charged, entertaining and moving, Rock 'n' Roll is a vital play that is as important as it...
MB Case
 
 

The Weekender: Germans, Horses, and One Real Maverick

Ten ideas for the first full weekend of autumn ...
Victor Fiorillo
 

The Weekender: Symphonies, Classic Flicks, and One Dirty Gal

FRIDAYOur own orchestra opens its season on Saturday night, but the hot classical ticket in town is the New York...
Victor Fiorillo
 
 

Ticket Alert: The Eagles, "Pirates" and Time Travel

Your guide to hot deals and tickets soon to go on sale ...
Victor Fiorillo
 

Ticket Alert: Tina, the Pumpkins and Yes (Sort of)

To avoid scalpers and Craigslist scams, consult this handy guide to the shows soon to go on sale ...
Victor Fiorillo
 
 

Top 5 Fall-Themed Spa Treatments

Cold weather means dry, splotchy skin and unmaintained pedicures. (We get your logic — why keep tootsies in sandal-ready shape...
Emily Gagne
 

Your Week: Politics, the Pennant Chase and Scissorhands

What's going on in Philly this week


Victor Fiorillo
 
 
 
 
 
Philadelphia It List

Global Food and Wine

Experience fine wines from 13 regions around the world paired with the most exquisite dishes from Rittenhouse Row's finest restaurants. October 17. 6PM. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown.
 
 

Wine Week 2008

Philadelphia magazine’s Wine Week on Rittenhouse Row -October 19th thru 23rd. Enjoy 3 courses & 3 glasses, global flights & special price glasses of wine at participating Rittenhouse Row...
 
 

Whiskey Festival 2008

2008 Whiskey Festival – A tasting event featuring premium spirits including Whiskey, Scotch, Bourbon, Tequila, Gin, Rum, Vodka and more! November 12. 6:30PM. Crystal Tea Room. $85
 
 

Open House 2008

Your perfect home is right around the corner. Mark your calendars for Philadelphia magazine’s Open House. Featuring 19 properties for sale and rent in the Philadelphia region. October 25-26....
 
 

Virtual Design Home

Now you can tour Philadelphia Magazine's magnificent 2007 Design Home from the comfort of your own home. The virtual design tour starts here!
 
 
 
 
 

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