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THE FOOD LIFE | VOICES

Reflections from the Philly Food World on COVID-19.

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Anyone familiar with the Philly food world knows that pride and community are the currents that make this an amazing place to eat.

Yet, COVID-19 has had visceral effects, from shuttered restaurants and a takeout shift to supply chain disruptions, which have people reconsidering the role of a diversified local food system.

With an eye on the future, we reached out to five Philadelphians who play a role in the local food world to take the pulse of the city and get an early read on lessons learned that may carry us forward. 

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When Chris DiPiazza recalls the last day of pop-up service before the shutdown, he’s struck by its emotional resonance.
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We are restaurant people. We are fighters.
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People are doing their best to support local farms and local businesses right now.
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When the bottom fell from the restaurant wholesale market, Marcello Giordano admits he was scared.

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