Secrets of Philadelphia

Back to the Pines for our “Boqu and a Box…” Pre-order to guarantee! Black Market Bakery. Follow on Instagram.

! Yes, It tastes even better than it looks. Iced chocolate with homemade raspberry sorbet. Plus, 2 bonus Tofani doors with matching transoms.

The countdown is on…. blueberries in full bloom in Hammonton. Blueberry season is coming!

Philly’s British Pie Shop was our choice for a delicious afternoon treat of millionaire shortbread. Plus, picked up some frozen pasties for dinner. Yum!!

Our choice for a South Philly lunch?
A hot Italian from the newly reopened Mancuso’s. Best hoagie I’ve had in a while. My son enjoyed it so much that he made a return visit the following day!😂

Once a staple of South Philly’s row homes, there are still enough Tofani doors for a fun scavenger hunt. My favorite are the super cool mid-century designs! All the details on our website.

Perfect afternoon in South Philly!
Amazing hoagie, scavanger hunt for retro Tofani doors, then a pick-me-up from Stargazy. All the details to follow.

There’s Always a Philly Connection!
I know Alexander Hamilton was a NY guy, but since so many of his important moments happened in Philadelphia, I say we have some claim. If heading to NYC via the Lincoln Tunnel take a few minutes to stop at Weehawken to visit the site of the notorious dueling grounds where the fatal shot took place.

There’s Always A Philly Connection!
Although Audubon’s only remaining home in the US is located just outside Philadelphia, (where it is now a terrific museum!) he died and was buried in Trinity Church Cemetery in New York City. Forty years after his death his simple grave was replaced by this elaborate white stone cross featuring carved birds on one side and mammals on the other. Look for bird murals in the nearby neighborhood.

Ryerss, final post
Just some of the other amazing items in the collection!

Ryerss, pt 3
The carved ivory collected by former housekeeper turned heiress Mary Ann Ryerss on her travels is amazing. The large ball contains 23 separate spheres!