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Philly restaurant wins ‘America’s best breakfast sandwich’
July 5, 2023
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🌡️ Philly’s Hottest Neighborhoods, Literally
In some parts of the city, summer heat poses major health risks, and many residents struggle to afford air-conditioning. Hunting Park, Strawberry Mansion, and Point Breeze are considered “heat islands,” due to a lack of tree coverage and excessively hot surfaces like asphalt. Philadelphia’s Office of Sustainability is working on long-term solutions, such as funding for residents to renovate their homes to keep them cooler. [Inquirer 🔒]
🏆 Philly Breakfast Sandwich Takes Top Honors
“Good Morning America” recently took a tour across America to find the nation’s best breakfasts. Middle Child, with locations in the Gayborhood and Fishtown, recently beat out all of the competition with its pastrami, egg, and cheese sandwich on rye. Owner Matthew Cahn and executive daytime chef Edwin La Rosa took home a $10,000 prize. [Axios Philadelphia]
🎸 Check Out These Unique Library Finds
At the Free Library of Philadelphia, you can borrow a lot more than just books. Whether you’re into cooking, music, health, or outdoor activities, there’s something for you. Christine Caputo, chief of youth services and programs at the Free Library, shares all about the unique finds and programming that you can access at your local branch. [City Cast Philly 🎧]
What To Do
🔍 Murder Mystery | Friday | 8 p.m.
Bring your most observant friends and head to the Red Rum Theater to solve a murder at the Moulin Rouge. [$35-$75, Old City]
🎤 Poetry & Comedy | Saturday | 8 p.m.
Enjoy a perfect combination of poetry and comedy at Banana’s Lounge & Bar. [$15, Olney]
🤣 Standup Show | Thursday, July 13 | 8 p.m.
Head to Moonshine for a night of laughter brought to you by local comics. [free, Pennsport]
🎶 Throwback Jams | Friday, July 14 | 10 p.m.
Hop aboard the Moshulu, a party boat docked on the Delaware River, to dance the night away to your favorite 80s and 90s hits. [$10-$20, Penn’s Landing]
Today on City Cast
Unexpected Attractions in Philly from Atlas Obscura
Philadelphia is known for the Rocky statue, the Liberty Bell and cheesesteaks. But this city also has Philbert the Pig, and a bunch of other unexpected attractions. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Dylan Thuras, co-founder of Atlas Obscura, a website devoted to finding the most remarkable places around the world, about his recommendations in Philly.
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