Foodzings visits Distrito for small plates feast and has lots of delicious looking pictures. [Foodzings]

Philadining had been having mixed experiences at Apothecary but now he thinks he has it figured out. [Philadining Blog]

It’s a football sized burrito that can get you through hard times at El Jarocho. [Living On The Vedge]

Foodzings also has us salivating for a crepe after her weekend photo-fest at Beau Monde. [Foodzings]

Almaz Cafe is a spot that we always forget when we’re wondering around looking for something to eat. Living on the Vedge reminds us, that we evidently NEED TO GO. [Living On The Vedge]

From neighborhood watering holes to the realm of the beautiful people. Tis the season to dine outside and The Bite has a plethora of suggestions.

Why Dine Inside [Metro Philadelphia]

The big week is almost here - it’s starting tomorrow, in fact. We’ve spent the past month pulling out highlights from the overflowing list of the events and, well, we’re kind of pooped before it even starts. We’re saving our strength for next week.

So today we’re asking you: what are you planning to do for Beer Week? As much as possible? Select events? Will you stick with the pay-as-much-as-you-drink events or lay out $45, $65 or even $95 for big beer dinners? Or will you just buy a sixpack of Miller Lite and pretend like it’s not even happening?

Philly Beer Week [Official Site]

Mark and Audrey are back for another season of cheap dates. The show is now called Illadates and in the first episode of the second season the couple joins up with Lord Whimsy to visit Bartram Gardens and then Caribou Cafe and Beau Monde.

Illadates: Behold, Season Two! [Philebrity TV]
Caribou Cafe [Official Site]
Creperie Beaumonde [Official Site]

Philadelphia Weekly lists six Bloody Marys that are available whenever you need them, you know like on a Thursday morning after Wednesday happy hour hits last call.

Beau Monde

Crescent City

Marathon Grill

N. Third

Royal Tavern

Swann Lounge at the Four Seasons

Nicely Executed [Philadelphia Weekly]

Be sure to check out one of the bars participating in the Art of Drinking Troegs promotion this evening.

And why not a crepe? Crepes are delicious and its been too long since you had one. So why not head to Beau Monde this evening. It’s a perfect eventing to dine on their sidewalk cafe too.

Local food blog gas•tron•o•my has gone crazy this past week posting reviews to six spots and if there’s a common theme, it’s dastardly deliciousness.

Here’s a run down:

• DiNic’s
• Creperie Beau Monde
• Famous 4th Street Delicatessen
• Pat’s King of Steaks vs. Geno’s Steaks
• Bonte
• Rouge

What makes the crepes at Beau Monde so good? Imported cast-iron griddles! [blogalicious]

Konak delivers excellent humus, Sigara Borek and lamb chops but given the price, is it all worth it? [Foodaphilia]

With ingredients imported straight from Belgium Bonté waffles are a little piece of heaven. [Girls Guide to City Life]

Luscious dines at Alma de Cuba three times in five days, gas•tron•o•my details one trip. [gas•tron•o•my]

As if three trips to Alma weren’t enough, gas•tron•o•my tries Cuba Libre the next day. [gas•tron•o•my]

You are missing out if you haven’t tried the pan-fried scallops at Dmitri’s. [Metroblogging Philadelphia]

Phillyfoodguy Bill tries a Vietnamese hoagie at Café Cuong and leaves us craving our own. [Phillyfoodguys]

Now that you’ve paid the IRS, you’ve paid the IRS, right? Daily Candy comes up with seven quality meals for under $10.

• Philadelphia Fish and Co. - $6 Bar menu.
• Brasserie Perrier at Boyds -  Sandwich classics like the grilled cheese and chicken salad sandwich.
• Giwa - Simple, good Korean food.
• Fork: Etc. - Gourmet takeout in Old City.
• Tria - Spanish tuna and black olive tampenade and arugula sandwich.
• Beau Monde - Crepes, both savory and sweet.
• Capriccio Cafe - Affordable sandwiches and entree sized salads.

Meals for Deal [Daily Candy]

Rachel Furman’s been back in town for a bit now and in the first of her “alls growns up” newsletter she focuses on brunch.
In addition to do it yourself tips for brunch drinks and baking your own quiche, Rachel gets down with her own brunch picks:

• Ansill: Fancy-Food-but-Totally-Laid-Back- Attitude Brunch
• Honey’s: Your Down-Home-Southern-Country-Jewish- Deli Spot
• Marathon Grill: Your Friendly Neighborhood Brunch
• Loie: Your Rittenhouse-People-Watching- Bottomless-Glass Brunch
• Beau Monde: Because-A-Crepe-Sounds-Much-More- Stylish-Than-An-Omelet Brunch
• Koko’s: Your Roll-Outta-Bed-for-Some- Grub or Stop-in-Before-Work Joint
• Moshulu: Your Bring-the-Parents-and-Let- Dad-Pay Buffet Brunch
• PhilaDeli: Your Surprisingly-Good-Food-Even-Though- You-Didn’t-Know-It-Was-There Diner

Rachel also asks some friends for their suggestions too.
You’ll find it all on her web site, rachelinc.