Category Archives: News

Pool’s Open!

Posted on July 1, 2022 by Tina

Philly residents are thrilled that the neighborhood pools are finally open – including this guy!

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Donald Duck on 11th Street

Posted on June 30, 2022 by Tina

Mickey’s pal, adorns a work truck in South Philly.

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The Drake from Broad Street

Posted on June 28, 2022 by Tina

The Drake, an architectural gem, upstages bigger, but boring glass towers.

Posted in News, Philadelphia, Photography | Tagged 1928, architecture, Philadelphia, The Drake | 2 Comments

Anastasio II Seafood

Posted on June 23, 2022 by Tina

There’s nothing I love more than hand painted signs – Italian Market, Philadelphia.

Posted in Food, Italian Market, News, Philadelphia | Tagged 9th Street, Anastasio II Seafood, hand painted signs, Italian Market, South Philly | Leave a comment

Bay passed away about a month ago. He was part of a group of neighborhood guys who held court in the park at the end of our street. Weather permitting, they’d gather with coffee, a deck of cards, and engage … Continue reading →

Posted in News, Philadelphia, Photography | Tagged neighbors, South Philly, the guys in the park | 2 Comments

Block Party Sign

Posted on June 7, 2022 by Tina

Seen on League Street – I love handprinted signs!

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Italian Market Festival 2022

Posted on May 23, 2022 by Tina

After two years, The Italian Market Festival returned to 9th Street over the weekend. Despite the high temperatures, turn out was tremendous. The food, entertainment, and people watching did not disappoint! More photos behind the cut.

Posted in Food, Italian Market, News, Philadelphia, Photography | Tagged 9th Street, ethnic food, Food, ham, Italian Market, Italian Market Festival 2022, Jerry Blavat, pig, pigs, pork, roast pork, sandwich, South Philly | 2 Comments

Peanut Butter Banana Muffins

Posted on May 16, 2022 by Tina

I’m always looking for a way to use up the spotted bananas in the fruit bowl. These muffins get their flavor from bananas, peanut butter, and chocolate chips – a perfect trifecta!

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Crocheted B-Ball

Posted on May 12, 2022 by Tina

Crocheted installation at Capitolo Playground at 9th & Federal Streets.

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Turkey Kielbasa Hash

Posted on May 2, 2022 by Tina

Turkey kielbasa, potatoes, and peppers sautéed in one pan and dinner’s on the table in thirty minutes – my new go-to meal on Sunday night! This recipe is pretty flexible, I had mushrooms and some fresh spinach which I tossed … Continue reading →

Posted in Lovin' from the Oven, News | Tagged hash, quick meals, turkey kielbasa, what to make for dinner | 1 Comment

Make A Little Birdhouse In Your Soul

Posted on April 19, 2022 by Tina

Posted in News, Philadelphia, Photography | Tagged Bella Vista, birdhouse, Legos, They Might Be Giants | Leave a comment

Anchor Bow Tie for Easter

Posted on April 13, 2022 by Tina

Easter will be here before you know it, and it’s my thing to sew a new bow tie for The Boy just for the occasion. Making bow ties is a great way to use up the smaller scraps in your … Continue reading →

Posted in Holiday, News, Sewing | Tagged accessories, Bow ties, DIY, dressing up, Easter, Sewing | 2 Comments

Cinnamon Bread

Posted on March 28, 2022 by Tina

This is one of the best loaves of bread I’ve ever made! This cinnamon bread is soft, smells heavenly, and is delicious by itself, no butter or jam needed. I imagine that it would make divine French toast, but we … Continue reading →