Philly Mag has a short-n-sweet Q&A with Jon Myerow, owner of Tria. Now Jon is one of our favorite local restaurateurs (he’s really more of a beer-and-cheese-ateur), mostly because he runs one of the tightest, smartest ships in town… and also because he has an unspeakably dark, dry sense of humor which you may detect traces of in the article:

My start in restaurants
I started in 1985 as a bus person, the day before receiving my degree in Russian language and philosophy. My parents were so proud.

We always wondered from where this bleak demeanor sprang – now we know it must have been all those philosophy classes. And no, there isn’t any information on where the next Tria will be located but you should check out the interview anyway.

Dining with… Jon Myerow of Tria [Philly Mag]

Liberties Walk expert Foodaphilia checks out El Camino Real. Buttermilk onion rings and crazy spicy jalapeno poppers are among the highlights. [Foodaphilia]

Fries with that Shake also visit El Camino Real. It’s the mac n’ cheese that has her singing though. [Fries with that Shake]

Not to be left out, the Beer Lass has a photographic post of yummies from El Camino. [Beer Lass]

There is a problem with Local 44, it isn’t local to everyone. [Femme Fermental]

Living on the Vedge recommends the oyster mushroom po’boy at Local 44. [Living on the Vedge]

Friday night was Italian wines with tricky names at Tria and some delicious looking photos of truffled egg toast, bruchetta and white bean dip. [Veggicurious]

With highs in the mid-twenties later this week, see if warming up by the fire at Devil’s Den is worth your while. [Foodzings]

Tria Washington Square West is offering tasting sizes of holiday beers today and tomorrow. Try out these potent potions in portions that won’t have you puking.

With 21st and South being just a couple of blocks from Foobooz World Headquarters, we have selfishly been looking forward to a G-Ho Tria Cafe but today we learn the deal is off.

Tria is still actively seeking a third location and the owner of 2054 South Street, James Romeo is actively looking for a tenant. Romeo is looking to have the space ready for delivery by January 1st.

We’ve already suggested some locations for Tria but here’s a new question for you:
What would you like to see go into the old MAB store across from LaVa and Ten Stone?

Tria deal fro G-Ho is off [The Insider]

Don Russell, better known by as Joe Sixpack, is teaching a sold-out class at Tria Fermentation School this evening. But that doesn’t mean you can’t get in on the joy as Tria’s 12th and Spruce location is hosting a special happy hour featuring pours of Sly Fox Christmas Ale, De Struise Tsjeeses and Scaldis Prestige from bottles, plus Gouden Carolus Christmas and Brasserie Dupont Avec Les Bons Voeux on draft.

Tria Cafe [Official Site]

With big construction projects drying up around town it is promising to hear the sound of nail guns and saws still emanating from a few places.

The new concept from Mad River is moving forward at 1528 Sansom Street. Pop by during the day and you can see the early stages of a bar and booth seating.

Also pleasing, is witnessing the construction that seems to be ramping up at the Tria location set for 20th and South. Lots of lumber on the scene.

Decidedly un-glam Ugly Mug to take over Glam on 2nd Street. Interestingly, Ugly Mug was rumored to be taking over Sassafras more than a year ago. [Meal Ticket]

Table Talk details Friday’s mega-opening of Del Frisco’s Double Eagle. [Table Talk, Philadelphia Inquirer]

The Sidecar Bar gets a new chef and just some tweaks to the menu. [Meal Ticket]

Also getting a new chef is the London Grill who snatch up Waldemar “Val” Stryjewski who has been just about everywhere. [Table Talk, Philadelphia Inquirer]

You may have heard of or even sampled Betty’s Tasty Buttons and now you can seek them out at their store front, Betty’s Speakeasy on Grays Ferry Avenue. [Meal Ticket]

Do you like free wine? Then today’s your lucky day as Sofitel is celebrating the release of Beaujolais Nouveau from 5 to 7pm with a free wine tasting.

Afterwards take your grape-stained teeth up the block to Tria Cafe and enjoy $4 glasses of Domaine Dupueble Beaujolais Nouveau 2008 all night long.

2008 Beaujolais Nouveau [Georges Duboeuf]
Tria Cafe [Official Site]

Philadelphia Weekly’s Field Guide lists six Philadelphia wine bars worth visiting.

Wine of the Times [Philadelphia Weekly]

Spanish wine at Tria Washington West tonight. Here are the highlights.

• Special pricing from 4 to 6pm
• Meet the importer from 5 to 6
• Queso Gallego for $3.50 a serving
• Wine Siete 7, Vinos de Turruños is $4 glass

And the details via an e-mail Tria sent.

Celebrate a surprise visit from José Pastor, a Spanish wine master from Vinos and Gourmet Inc. importers, who brings Tria exciting new wave of Spanish wines.

Siete 7 is crafted from organic Grenache and Tempranillo in Navarra and is enjoyed by Spaniards during the festival of San Fermín to prepare for the running of the bulls.

Sorry, Queen Village! If all goes smoothly, Tria #3 will be located in the former M.A.B. paint store at the corner of 21st and South. Which would make G.Ho the winner of this particular neighborhood smackdown.

The owner of the building contacted Foobooz to say that he’s “agreed in principal to lease terms with Tria owner Jon Myerow.” Which means things could still go in any direction. And then there’s the community board fun, after the jump.

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