By Allen Herman In last month’s "Travels With Allen" I said that Mealy’s Furniture was going out of business. That was only partially correct. We have learned that the chain is owned by a Regency Furniture in Maryland, and according to the firm’s president, Mark Stuart,
By Kim Lang I’m no genius, but I’m thinking that everyone looks forward to their vacations. Me? I have a countdown that boosts my happiness level as the number of days dwindles down. New experiences, new people, new languages, new places. All these “new”s
If you’re anything like me, you’re starting to search for something fresh and new for your holiday table. We hope the suggestions below answer that “search.” The compote is delicious on turkey or stuffing, or anything on your table…. And a little different. The beans
This month I share some of my favorites…. I LOVE potatoes. The skillet hash browns hit the spot and is easy to make – especially if you by the potatoes already shredded in the store. They’re readily available. I LOVE salmon, any way, any time. We
China Gourmet is an unexpected gem of a Chinese restaurant located Northeast Philadelphia. It doesn’t serve your typical Americanized version of Chinese cuisine. Instead, it caters to a large developing Chinese neighborhood by serving traditional Cantonese dim sum and other specialties. Early in 2018, the restaurant
I usually write about the different places Linda and I visit during the month. This article is somewhat different. Before writing about the spots we have noticed, tested or tried, I am going to make note of many enterprises in our community that have recently
As I travelled around this month, I realized how this area has so many accomplished independent business entrepreneurs. We’re so fortunate to be able to reap the benefits of their hard work, good service and product. Uncle Mike’s Homemade Ice Cream is one of those “independents.”
Hey, the season of good tomatoes may have almost passed by, but we can still enjoy the final crop of summer's finest. We take advantage of those remnants in this month's recipes. And don't forget the wonderful berries that are still around. The Blueberry Smoothie
Several years ago, thirty years before Columbus discovered the New World, when I graduated from college, I applied for a teaching position in the Philadelphia school system. I was thrilled when I was offered a position at Girls High. And three days before the start
Writing is a risky business. You have to take chances and there are no guarantees that the chances you take will have a good result. There is an old saying: “A good beginning will have a good ending.” I can attest that this old chestnut sends
