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Ancient Spirits & GrilleCenter CityUS$175.00 per personReserve- Special menu
Wine Cellar Experience
Bistro RomanoSociety HillUS$125.00 per personReserve - Special menu
Orin Swift Wine Dinner Wed 3/22 @ 6pm
Devon Seafood Grill - PhiladelphiaRittenhouse SquareUS$160.00 per personReserve - Special menu
Jean-Georges Tasting Menu
Jean-Georges Philadelphia Tasting MenuCenter CityUS$218.00 per personReserve - Special menu
Jameson Whiskey Pairing Dinner
The Prime Rib at Philadelphia Live!South PhillyUS$50.00 per personReserve - Special menu
Thursdate Night Special
The WinstonNorthern LibertiesUS$25.00 per personReserve - Special menu
"Wine Wednesday" Tasting Series
Local Wine & KitchenArdmoreUS$50.00 per personReserve - Special menu
3 course Power Lunch menu
Davio's- King of PrussiaKing of PrussiaUS$32.00 per personReserve - Special menu
Thursdate® 4-Course Menu
The Melting Pot - King of PrussiaKing of PrussiaUS$55.00 per personReserve - Special menu
Our Award Winning Chefs 6 Course Tasting Menu
At The Table BYOBWayneUS$120.00 per personReserve - Special menu
Feast Of The Seven Fishes
Platform 1 EventsPhoenixvilleUS$110.00 per personReserve - Special menu
Happy Hour Wednesday-Friday
The Edge Restaurant & BarJacksonUS$10.00 per personReserve - Special menu
BLOOM Hosts: Single Malt Showcase
Bloom Southern KitchenChester SpringsUS$160.00 per personReserve - Special menu
Five Course Tasting Menu - $129 per person
Elements RestaurantPrincetonUS$129.00 per personReserve
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The whole world should knows that there’s more to the diverse dining scene of Center City than cheesesteaks and hoagies. Israeli, Mexican, Japanese and a melting pot of other cuisines are dished up daily in the shadow of the Liberty Bell. French bistros are becoming as commonplace as Italian delis. If you haven’t tried black truffle pizza, what’s stopping you? Whether it’s a cocoa-cured rack of lamb or a vegan wood-roasted carrot that you’re craving, Center City likely has it. Fine dining establishments and casual rooftop bars co-exist in perfect harmony, and top chefs collaborate rather than compete. By the way, the iconic cheesesteaks and hoagies aren't bad either.
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