If you have the Native American foods book that came out with the Smithsonian’s exhibit last year, in it there is a stew recipe with chestnuts I was just eyeing. . . don’t have it here to paraphrase for you tho . . ....

Jolie is a standard “by the numbers” French bistro. Not bad but nothing special. Chestnut is a very good "New American" place in the style of Saul or Grocery but less pricey. Chestnut is the better choice. http

It really is too bad. I’ve read more than once that the American chestnuts were universally deemed superior to both the European and Asian versions. Is it the case that our chestnuts are “extinct”? Or is it just...

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(215) 545-9588 - 1338 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107

Husband and I are planning a trip to Barnes Foundation on a Saturday in December. We’re coming from Bucks County to visit Philly on a day trip. Please let us know of your favoriate restaurant near the Barnes Foundation or...

Winning ’cue and lobster rolls from a Brooklyn favorite.

. Does anyone know if these are edible? I know there has been some work in trying to replenish the American chestnut tree..but not sure if this isof that stock? The squirels seem to enjoy them! TIA

Thanks for the recs. Do youkknow anything about 75 chestnut, 29 newbury or 33 rest.? Are these close to where we are staying? I don’t mind a 5-10 minute cab ride but I’m not interested in spending 20+ minutes in a...

I enjoyed so much in Italy: super-thin crust, lots of (good) sauce (though theirs is still sweeter than “true” Italian-style), just enough cheese (ie, far far less than typical American pies). Wasn’t as great as...

Anyone familiar with Bernards Chinese restaurant at Chestnut Hill? Hesitant to go to a mall restaurant, but have heard some good things about it. Menu recommendations? TIA, Guido

and shallots...everything was delicious and very different than the “typical” chinese american restaurant.

. The Met Muffin- homemade english muffin with serrano ham, poached egg- is I believe 10.95. Many nice choices that are not overly expensive with a nice atmosphere. I recommend you try it. (how about those south american...

shared a side of creamed spinach which had hints of garlic and lemon and isn’t overly creamy (which I like). A friend and I grabbed a burger at 75 Chestnut tonight. I love their burger, always cooked medium rare to my...

standards. Will be back. So happy to have a good Cuban restaurant so close to home. Finally, a good restaurant in Chestnut Hill besides Citrus! Call for reservations. This was their first week and we only got in due to a...