Posted by Foobooz on 15th July 2009
Kate goes for the name your own price dinner at Le Bec-Fin. What she didn’t count on was the legendary chef taking the time to discuss fine dining and even Philadelphia Magazine. [Philly Food and Drink]
CE Phood hits up the new Leila Cafe and finds lots worth trying. So much so, they’re planning another trip. [CE Phood]
I’ll Eat You is pleased Yogorino exists on this continent ane in her neighborhood. [I'll Eat You]
Oysters and bubbles, Femme Fermental keeps it classic at Oyster House. [The Femme Fermental]
The $14 lunch deal at Bistrot La Minette lures Adam Erace back to what he calls Philadelphia’s best looking French bistro. [Blogalicious]
Unbreaded experiences the pollo torta as part of a perfect summer lunch at Taco Loco. [Unbreaded]
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Posted by Foobooz on 9th July 2009
Yogorino has its grand opening tomorrow at 20th and Locust. There’s just one smooth tart flavor and lots of toppings. Check the reversible cups. The size changes depending on what end is up. More on Meal Ticket. [Meal Ticket]
Za Vino will be the name of the pizza and wine bar concept headed to 13th and Sansom. [The Insider]
Drew Lazor has some details on Bar, the bar from Jason and Delphine Evenchik who own Vintage and Time. Bar games like foosball and MegaTouch, no food, mixed drinks in pints. [Meal Ticket]
Meritage, a Foobooz Jobs poster has hired former Susanna Foo chef de cuisine Anne Coll to run the kitchen at the Center City South restaurant. [The Insider]
Elevation Burger has opened its first Philadelphia-area location in Wynnewood. [Main Line Restaurant Guide]
Good Food Market is opening a sophisticated convenience store in Chestnut Hill. The spot will also serve $20 for-two dinners. There’ll also be delivery and curbside pickup. This people, is how you react when your Wawa closes! [Meal Ticket]
The seemingly cursed corner of Chestnut and Strawberry has claimed Korean BYOB, Meju. Now lets get those Jose Garces taco stand rumors going again! [Meal Ticket]
Pearl has closed after 16 months. [The Insider]
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Posted by Foobooz on 6th July 2009
Yogorino opened over the weekend at 20th and Locust. There’s just one flavor for now and for the germaphobes, the toppings are kept behind the counter out of the reach of the unwashed masses.
The popular Tiffin is adding a third location, this one in Elkins Park. Additionally, Tiffin Etc., the Indian pizzeria is about 3 weeks out. [The Insider]
Plenty of restaurant slippages in Michael Klein’s restaurant openings update. Village Whiskey and Pickled Heron are now looking at late summer (August). And the Tap House is saying October. [The Insider]
Leila Cafe is serving up Middle Eastern food at the former Wasabi House at 13th and Pine. [Meal Ticket]
The former Kami Sushi at 1526 Sansom now has a sign in the window promising Sushi Cafe is coming soon.
Akoya, the restaurant portion of Pearl is making like Pearl and taking the rest of the summer off. [The Insider]
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Posted by Foobooz on 1st May 2009

Yogorino, the tart yogurt shop off Rittenhouse Square that has looked about ready to open for several month has missed the first heat wave and still hasn’t opened. Now, Nathaniel Merriweather sums up our feelings perfectly.
I’ve been patient with you Yogorino- maybe too patient.
You’ve worked me into a frenzy these past few months. I think it’s time I find a new route to walk to/from work for it’s too painful to bear the pain of an unfulfilled relationship.
Yogorino, you had me at hello and yet you deny me the sweet creamy love that you promise.
We know how you feel dude. We know how you feel.
Yogorino, Quit Playing Games With My Heart [Blogspot]
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Posted by Foobooz on 4th March 2009
Today’s edition of The Bite runs down March’s openings from tasty menus for Center City bars to frozen yogurt off of Rittenhouse Square.
Fro yo (and more) added to the menu [Metro Philadelphia]
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Posted by Foobooz on 11th February 2009

Last night we spotted this awning outside the former Sushi on the Square at 20th and Sansom Locust. We passed the information along to our crack research staff and they’ve found compelling evidence to suggest that Yogorino is a Japanese soft-serve frozen yogurt business, similar to Pinkberry, Red Mango or Philadelphia’s own Phileo. And at least one Washington DC Chowhound thinks its the best tangy yogurt out there.
Update: We’ve been alerted to Yogorino’s US web site.
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