The Philadelphia Brewery “Tour” – Running by Philly’s Breweries and Brew Pubs

I like beer, and I like running.  I also like scenic running – running to destinations with different things to see.

Hence, this morning of February 6, 2011, I set off on the Philadelphia Brewery “Tour” – a 15.1 mile run by, to and back from all of Philadelphia’s brweries and brew pubs located within the city (except for Earth Bread + Brewery, as  Mount Airy is too damn far).

Dock Street Brewing Company

First leg: 3.0 miles west to Dock Street Brewing Company in West Philadelphia.  Dock Street pioneered the American microbrew revolution.  Its new location features good food, good beer and some nice outdoor seating during good weather.

 

 

 

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Tacconelli’s Pizzeria: As Good as It Gets

For the first food post here on this blog, there’s no better way to start than one of my favorite foods: pizza.

Let me tell you about Tacconelli’s Pizzeria in Port Richmond, Philadelphia.  It’s a local neighborhood place, it’s quaint and it’s so damn good.  In operation and breaking bread since about 1920, it’s been churning out extraordinary pizza since 1946.

The first thing you have to know is that you have to call ahead and reserve your “dough.”  Tacconelli’s only prepares enough pies for each night.  Then, on the menu, you have your choice of tomato pie, regular pie, white pie and “margerita” (the way they spell it) pie along with toppings.  Because of the varieties Tacconelli’s has, it is essential to come here with a big group and order as many varieties as possible.  Either that or order extra pies to take home.

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It’s on

What could be better that eating good food, drinking and good beer and enjoying a nice run in Philadelphia?  Very little.   This blog highlights those wonders of the world and more.