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Doc Magrogan’s Featured on aroundphilly.com Thursday, May 31, 2007

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REVIEW: DOC MAGROGRAN’S OYSTER HOUSE

 


 
   

   
 
     

 

Doc Magrogran’s Oyster House  By: Ken Alan

In the restaurant biz they were known as chains. Now we call them brands. Regardless of what one calls it, saying it usually is done with a distasteful sneer. Thanks to Applebee’s, Chili’s and the rest of that ilk, mass production (once the linchpin of our country) is now considered a restaurant bane, especially when referring to the culinary world. To wit: as good as that Italian chain’s meatballs might taste, are they ever as good as the one’s served at an authentic storefront trattoria? (more…)

 

Kildare’s & Doc Magrogan’s Party to Raise $100,000 in 12 hours! Saturday, May 26, 2007

Filed under: Food and Restaurants — thelatestdish @ 10:19 pm

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Dave Magrogan to Raise $100,000 in 12 hours to Support Local Charities

On Sunday June 3rd Dave Magrogan, CEO of The DMG Group and owner of Kildare’s Irish Pubs and Doc Magrogan’s Oyster House will host “The Big Give,” a mega charity event taking place at all Kildare’s locations in Philadelphia, West Chester, King of Prussia, Manayunk, Media, and Moosic, PA as well as at Doc Magrogan’s Oyster House in West Chester, PA. The event will be from noon until midnight and will feature live bands, drinks specials, local celebrities and a charity auction. The cover is $10. The goal for the day is to raise $100,000 in just 12 hours from the cover charges, profit from food and beverage, and corporate sponsorship. (more…)

 

Susanna Foo’s 5 Course Wine Dinner Monday, May 21, 2007

Filed under: Food and Restaurants — thelatestdish @ 3:34 pm

Please Join Susanna Foo Gourmet Kitchen for a

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5 Course Dinner with Paired Wines
Thursday, June 7th, 2007

$85 (including tax and gratuity)

Reception begins at 6:30pm
Dinner is served at 7:00pm

Please call 610.688.8808 for reservations. (more…)

 

Cantina Los Caballitos Celebrates 1st Anniversary… Thursday, May 17, 2007

Filed under: Food and Restaurants — thelatestdish @ 2:39 pm

…And it’s gonna be one hell-of-a-party!

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It’s party-time at “The Cantina”! Come to Cantina Los Caballitos on Thursday, May 31st to eat, drink and celebrate their 1st anniversary. The DJ starts spinning at 9:00pm. Enjoy FREE cake & ice cream and be sure to stick around for the MYSTERY OPEN BAR HOUR. It could be any hour between 9:00pm – 1:00am. Everyone will drink on the house for a full hour!  Happy Anniversary Cantina Los Caballitos! (more…)

 

Morel Mushrooms Have Arrived at Nectar! Wednesday, May 16, 2007

Filed under: Food and Restaurants — thelatestdish @ 5:46 pm

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Nectar’s Executive Chef Patrick Feury has unveiled his new spring menu featuring Morel Mushrooms. Get them while they are fresh and in season! Mushrooms are freshly picked by Nectar’s personal wild mushroom picker from Washington State. See menu below. (more…)

 

BYOB Sundays at Nectar & Basil Bistro Wednesday, May 16, 2007

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Beginning Sunday, May 20th Basil Bistro and Nectar will roll out BYOB Sundays.
Diners can enjoy dining al fresco at Nectar or in the lofty dining room at Basil Bistro with their favorite bottle of wine. There will be no corkage fee.

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5-Course Grilling Class & Dinner at Avalon in West Chester Wednesday, May 16, 2007

Filed under: Food and Restaurants — thelatestdish @ 12:50 pm

 

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Complimentary Wine & Champagne, too!

 

On Monday, June 11th at 6:30pm Executive Chef, David Kiser will serve up a grilling demonstration and 5-course dinner on Avalon’s beautiful outdoor patio. Complimentary champagne and wine will be served with each course. The cost is $85 per person. Call 610.436.4100 for reservations. Space is limited. See below for more info (more…)

 

Tango’s Deck Opens on Friday Tuesday, May 8, 2007

Filed under: Food and Restaurants — thelatestdish @ 3:29 pm

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It May Be Hot Outside…
But, it’s Cool on the Deck at Tango!

Looking for a cool hangout on a sultry night? Then Tango’s outdoor “Cantina” bar is the place to be. Dine on Latin inspired cuisine, sip on frozen margaritas and feel the thrill of the trains as they speed by. Beginning this Friday, May 11th and every Monday through Friday from 5:00 – 7:00pm, Tango’s deck will be hopping with food and drink specials. (more…)

 

Win a $50 Gift Certificate to Nectar! Saturday, May 5, 2007

Filed under: Food and Restaurants — thelatestdish @ 10:04 am

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Each month, Dish will award a $50 gift certificate to one of the area’s best restaurants. Congratulations to Linda, who won April’s giveaway to Bistro St Tropez in Center City Philadelphia.

May’s featured restaurant is Nectar in Berwyn. Click “more” below, for your chance to win… (more…)