What's Cooking

A new restaurant opens in an historic old church in New Hope. KYW Newsradio’s Hadas Kuznits speaks with Oldstone restaurant owners Michael Sklar and Wilfer Naranjo about what makes this place unique, what it was before, and why Naranjo is particularly connected to it.

A four part free Fall virtual series at the National Museum of American Jewish History begins this month. The events, which are open to all, are aimed at exploring Jewish culture through food. KYW Newsradio’s Hadas Kuznits speaks with Emily August who explains the sessions will be a combination of discussions with food historians and cooking demonstrations — recipes included!

Philly celebrity chef Nick Elmi, (winner of February 2014 Top Chef), opens his fourth restaurant — his second in Bala Cynwyd. Elmi chats with KYW Newsradio’s Hadas Kuznits about what he best loves about “Mediterranean Coastal,” which is the style of his latest restaurant, “Lark.” He also touches on the staffing shortage and pandemic related issues impacting his business... as well his perfect meal at Lark, his sweet tooth, and why creating a fun culture in his kitchens is so important to him.

A new brewery opens in Center City Philadelphia. KYW Newsradio’s Hadas Kuznits chats with Bill Covaleski, founder and brewmaster of Victory Brewing Company about the new space, the impact of COVID-19, and what it means to finally get open after a slew of pandemic delays.

“Feastival” is back! KYW Newsradio’s Hadas Kuznits chats with Joanne Marder of Fringe Arts about their culinary fundraiser of the year — and the changes they’ve made to it because of COVID-19.

There’s a new Italian restaurant in the former Wahlburgers space in Northern Liberties. KYW Newsradio’s Hadas Kuznits chats with Derek Gibbons of Glu Hospitality and Kris Kennedy of the Northern Liberties Business Improvement district about all the development happening in the neighborhood, and how they’re coping through COVID-19.

A new Center City restaurant has tailored their menu based on ancient Ayurvedic practices. KYW Newsradio’s Hadas Kuznits speaks with Syam Namballa and Chris Tavares, the owner and chef of Ancient Spirits and Grille at 1726 Chestnut Street about the questionnaire they use to customize tasting menus according to body type; and how they incorporate healthful herbs into the food and drink.

DanDan, the popular Philadelphia area noodle restaurant opens a new location in Ardmore. KYW Newsradio’s Hadas Kuznits chats with Co-owners Cat and Kevin Huang about traditional Chinese food versus Americanized Chinese food... as well as the lion dances they’ll be hosting this weekend in celebration of their grand opening in Suburban Square.

A new Japanese restaurant comes to Fishtown. KYW Newsradio’s Hadas Kuznits chats with chef Kevin Yanaga about his casual spot... that will soon also have a more formal chef’s table in the back. Also, he explains how Japanese fried chicken differs from American fried chicken.

The former Capogiro Gelato is now occupied once again in Midtown Village after two and a half years. KYW Newsradio’s Hadas Kuznits chats with Van Leeuwen Ice Cream co-owner Laura O’Neill about their vegan and full dairy options, how they survived through COVID-19 — and their two new Philadelphia stores coming this year and next.