Welcome to all the new subscribers (198) who heard my plea on IG to come on over. Appreciate it. On my blog/newsletter I cover events, and chitchat about goings on in town, in long form, usually with more information.
I am so full today. I finally made it to @borromini_ristorante land it lived up to the buzz — lobster spaghetti might be the best dish in Philly, the Oso Buco de Tallo is next-level, and, the squash blossoms hit (I hope they’re in season all). So juicy. My photography on the other hand is questionable. The lighting in there is not runway compatible, as you can see by the Biden’s postings, but that’s a good thing in case someone is trying to get a sneaky sneaky photo of the many notables who will be dining there.
Speaking of dinner, and bad photos, thanks to Nicole Cashman and Nigel Richards for their End of Summer Soiree at Steak 48. I mistakenly called it the Cashman 25th Anniversary Party, and it wasn’t. That is next year. I was never good with English/reading, just ask my readers….
Just 9 days to go until America’s first Jordan Brand World of Flight store officially opens at 1617 Walnut Street!
Tuesday, Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts stopped by the soon-to-open flagship for a round of promo photos, but true to form, he also carved out time to meet with kids from kbfmentorship. Over the years, Hurts and the @jalenhurtsfoundation have been strong supporters of the program, consistently partnering with local leaders Kirk Berry, Founder/President and Justin Fishman, the Vice President of Operations and Programming for the KB Foundation. to inspire and uplift the next generation.
Philadelphia will get its first look inside when the doors open on 10/10/25—mark your calendars. This one promises to be more than just a store; it’s a cultural moment.
Get to know the the KB Foundation on October 15. For info and registration to the free event. HERE Lots of notables are involved mentoring the young adults, giving them life skills and help reaching the next level of success.
The Rodin has a new sign, it’s big, and you can see it easily across the Parkway to the new Calder Gardens, which i suspect was one of the reasons they created such a sign. Also they took the word Museum off. No one really called it the Rodin Museum anyway.
Just like no one really ever called the PMA, the Philadelphia Museum of Art. We usually just called it PMA or Philadelphia Art Museum, which is now it’s new name, or will be announced on October 8. I am just observant as I live across the street and noticed the new signage, which was definitely done by the same people who did the Rodin sign. I like the new name, and am wondering if they are going to nickname it PAM, although I have heard it’s going to be PhAM, which might be confusing as we have a group called Phambassadors.
The Phambassadors just signed up their 5000 Pham to the volunteer program. These folks will help tourists find their way when they come to events over the years. AS well as will promote Philly in the smallest of terms, on their socials, in their everyday life sharing their joy and love for Philadelphia. #JoinThePham
Thanks for tuning in today. See you on the socials.
Socially yours, xoxo HughE
