The century-long story of the Ryan family business. By Brian Anderson • Photos by JPG Photography (jpgphotography.com) When you walk into Ryan’s Pub, you might think to yourself, “This place seems like it’s been here forever.” In some ways, it...
Manayunk’s newest restaurant finds food inspiration from around the world to their own customers. By Megan Douress Photos by JPG Photography (jpgphotography.com) Canh Ho’s love of food started at a young age. Originally from Vietnam, the owner of Main Street...
Now on wheels, Deke’s Food Truck is one of many recent evolutions of Deke’s Bar-B-Que. By Ainsley Maloney Photography by JPG Photography (jpgphotography.com) When Derek Denmead joined Teach for America in 1993 upon graduating from University of Pennsylvania, he...
Brothers go back to their roots for the ultimate fusion cuisine. By Megan Douress Photography by JPG Photography (jpgphotography.com) For brothers Jason and Jimmy Mills, food has always been a big part of their lives. Growing up with a...
Pitchers Pub By Brian Anderson Photography by JPG Photography (jpgphotography.com) It’s a chilly Wednesday night in January, and all five TVs are tuned in to show the 76ers face off against the Chicago Bulls. Both teams have struggled this...
Açaí Bowl (Boostin’ Bowls) By Rachel Jenkins Photography by JPG Photography (jpgphotography.com) What are the ingredients that make up an ideal healthy menu and can get Manayunk talking? For Boostin’ Bowls owner, Jenna Cardello, it was a new passion,...
Meg (Greg’s Kitchen) By Ainsley Maloney Photography by Alexa Nahas Photography (alexanahas.com) The timing could not have been more perfect. One random Friday three years ago, Meg Kyle was strolling up and down Main Street looking for open server...
Chris (Lucky’s Last Chance) By Leo Dillinger Photography by Alexa Nahas Photography (alexanahas.com) What separates ordinary bartenders from the extraordinary? Is it the perfect pour of a craft beer or a flawlessly constructed cocktail? For Chris Pelusi of Lucky’s...
The Couch Tomato By Noel Bartocci Photography by JPG Photography (jpgphotography.com) Nestled into the corner of Main and Rector Streets in Manayunk, The Couch Tomato has been a culinary staple in town since 2003. Even more impressive than their...
What do architecture and food have in common? For James Morrissey, it’s all about the design. By Brian Anderson Photography By JPG Photography (jpgphotography.com) James Morrissey sings high praises of Manayunk’s most popular thoroughfare. “Main Street is unique, in a...