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By Caitlin MarsiliiPhotos by JPG Photo & Video (jpgphotography.com) Discovering the art of tea in Manayunk, one brew at a time.Manayunk is home to a vibrant tea culture, where creativity and craftsmanship come together to elevate the tea experience. Each...

By Carla Ferro • Photos Provided by JPG Photography and Local Businesses Opening and running a business takes a great deal of passion, determination, and hard work. Then put family at the heart of it all, adding another layer of...

The tables have turned…Manayunk baristas ordered for me, and it was brew-tiful! By Caitlin MarsiliiPhotos by JPG Photo & Video (jpgphotography.com) There’s no doubt that Manayunk has some of the best coffee. Around every corner, there’s a cafe. On every...

The Grape Room: A place for local Manayunk Musicians to perform and grow By Alexandra Cohen Photography By JPG Photo & Video Squeezed between the hillside rowhomes and bustling restaurants just off Main Street, you may hear the distinct sound...

A pop-up bar that blooms come spring timeBy: Alexandra CohenPhotos by Neal Santos, Rob Cardillo, and JPG Photo & Video (jpgphotoandvideo.com) Walking down Main Street, you never know what surprises you may stumble upon. It could be a new and...

Comfort Food for the Health Conscious By Samantha CostaPhotography by Alexa Nahas Photography (alexanahas.com) The Couch Tomato, lovingly and simply dubbed “Couch” by locals, is officially an adult. The business just celebrated 18 years positioned along the cobblestone of Rector...

Exploring the diverse (traditional and fusion-style) Asian food in our neighborhood. By Jessica Jewel TylerPhotos by JPG Photo & Video (jpgphotography.com) Ginger, garlic, sesame, and soy — these ingredients are synonymous with the distinctive (and delicious) Asian flavor profile. But,...

Taqueria Amor’s proven success throughout the years has remained a bright spot during the pandemic. By Megan Douress • Photography by Melissa Kelly Photography (melissakellyphotography.com) The storefront at 4410 Main Street has seen it all. During The Great Depression, it...

How Manayunk’s business owners reinvented the word ‘community’ during the recent pandemic.By Jessica Jewel TylerPhotos by Melissa Kelly Photography (melissakellyphotography.com)and TERRYLEAHYFILMS (terryleahyfilms.com) Under the stay-at-home order — and on one occasion, a few inches of water — Manayunk’s small business...