Monthly Archives: April 2018

Looking South – El Carnaval de Puebla 2018

Posted on April 30, 2018 by Tina

El Carnaval de Puebla took over Washington Avenue on Sunday – it was a visual wonderland! More photos after the cut.

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The Three Graces

Posted on April 27, 2018 by Tina
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Looking South – John’s Water Ice

Posted on April 24, 2018 by Tina

John’s Water Ice has a magnificent sign, and their water ice ain’t bad either! They’re located at 8th and Christian Streets, and are open for the 2018 season!

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Roasted Baby Bok Choy

Posted on April 23, 2018 by Tina

I found these beautiful bunches of baby bok choy on my Saturday morning shopping trip, and scooped them up for dinner. I usually sauté bok choy, but I decided the easiest way to prepare it would be a drizzle of … Continue reading →

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Mannequin on Pine Street

Posted on April 20, 2018 by Tina

 

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Looking South – Rise and Shine

Posted on April 19, 2018 by Tina

I ran across this food photo taken at Saté Kampar on Passyunk Avenue while looking for another photo. If you’re in the neighborhood, stop in – it’s a cozy little place and their food is wonderful!

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Broccoli Rabe Pasta Bake

Posted on April 16, 2018 by Tina

I wanted to make something different to go with the chicken piccata I was making for dinner, and this baked pasta fits the bill. Pasta, sautéed broccoli rabe, and two cheeses baked in a cast iron pan, and cut into … Continue reading →

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Stacked Chairs

Posted on April 14, 2018 by Tina

Stacked chairs for restaurant outdoor seating is a sure sign that spring has finally arrived! I’ve never been happier to see daffodils, and store my winter coat away – Hello Spring!!! SaveSave

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Waiting for Breakfast

Posted on April 12, 2018 by Tina

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Looking South – Door on Kimball Street

Posted on April 10, 2018 by Tina

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Lemon Cake with Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting

Posted on April 9, 2018 by Tina

Lemon desserts always makes me think of spring, and although the temperatures still feel winter-like, there’s always this lovely, citrusy cake. 

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Ellsworth-Federal Stop

Posted on April 7, 2018 by Joe_Williams

What do you do when the train is late and you’re bored?

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Laundromat Angel

Posted on April 6, 2018 by Tina

Figure on the wall at Tenth Street Laundromat at 10th & Ellsworth in South Philadelphia.

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Looking South – Spring For Sale

Posted on April 3, 2018 by Tina

Temperatures in the 40s and the threat of snow, made these daffodils a sight for sore eyes on 9th Street last weekend. Spring, where are you? SaveSave SaveSave SaveSave

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