Summer 2019 Issue
LETTER FROM THE EDITOR
MARKET SEASON
I’M WRITING TO YOU on a Wednesday. In my neighborhood, during the summer that means it’s farmers’ market day. All season, I organize Wednesda...
THE FOOD LIFE
Keep Cool, Stay Fueled. - Local Philadelphia Food Perfect for Summer
We’ve got six fresh and delicious ways to chill out this summer.
PURPOSEFUL POPS
Flavors like Pistachio Chocolate (vegan), Pineapple Cayenne, and Fig Yogurt (seasonal) make it tempting to survive the summer on popsicles alone. Follow @Purposefulpops on Instagram to find out where this cheery, freezer-toting trike will pop up next. purposefulpops.com
BEER BY JIRI HERA-ALL ADOBESTOCK.COM
SEPARATIST BEER
Visit the Easton brewery’s sleek new South Philly location that opened this spring. We recommend Sketches of Simcoe, their dry-hopped wild pale ale that’s got a sweet and refreshing funk reminiscent of superripe pineapple. Separatist South Philly, 1646 S. 12th St, Philadelphia, 610.330.9114, separatistbeer.com
SALT LASSI
Get this traditional hydrating drink of yogurt blended with a splash of water, salt, and a generous pinch of toasted cumin seeds at Ekta Indian Cuisine. Its savory tang is perfectly refreshing. Multiple locations. ektaindianrestaurant.com. (Hint: We also like making our own salt lassi using Seven Stars plain whole-milk yogurt. Garnish with a few sprigs of fresh mint.)
YERBA MATE BY SPLINE_X
MOVEMENT MATE
Yerba mate is a South American tree; the leaves are aged to make the tea we love for its energizing effects. Find Movement Lab’s Hibiscus, Lemon Ginger, and House Mate drinks at local markets including Essene and Tela’s, or order the loose tea leaves and brew it at home. movementlabs.co
AMINA’S MUTABAL
Amina Alaiko, a Syrian refugee who opened a stand in Reading Terminal Market, makes her eggplant dip with a few fresh ingredients. It’s the perfect dish when it’s too hot to cook. Amina’s Traditional Syrian Foods, RTM, 51 N. 12th St., aminasfoods.com
RADICCHIO BY WEALTHY LADY
RADICCHIO
Seek out a head of these crisp, bitter greens this summer—we like the Italian variety, Bel Fiore. Pair its magenta-flecked leaves with ripe stone fruit and sliced fennel for a stunning summer salad. Available at local farmers’ markets early summer.
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