{"id":236022,"date":"2025-09-18T09:20:10","date_gmt":"2025-09-18T09:20:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/236022\/"},"modified":"2025-09-18T09:20:10","modified_gmt":"2025-09-18T09:20:10","slug":"the-inquirers-new-food-festival-brings-top-chefs-bakeries-and-live-performances","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/236022\/","title":{"rendered":"The Inquirer\u2019s new food festival brings top chefs, bakeries, and live performances"},"content":{"rendered":"

Fall festival season<\/a> is here, and The Philadelphia Inquirer is adding its own to the mix. <\/p>\n

The first Inquirer Food Festival takes over the Fillmore on Saturday, Nov. 15, for an all-day celebration of Philadelphia\u2019s culinary scene. Expect James Beard Award winners, beloved bakeries, live music, and hands-on food experiences.<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s your full guide. <\/p>\n

\ud83c\udf74 What is it?<\/p>\n

The Inquirer Food Fest is a one-day event showcasing more than 20 of Philly\u2019s best restaurants and bakeries, plus live performances, cooking sessions, and interactive activities.<\/p>\n

All food is included in your ticket price, along with drink tickets and a free six-month digital access to The Inquirer.<\/p>\n

\ud83d\udcc5 When and where<\/p>\n

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    Date:<\/b> Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Time:<\/b> 11 a.m.\u20136 p.m. (no reentry)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Location:<\/b> The Fillmore, 29 E. Allen St., Philadelphia, Pa. 19123<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    \ud83d\udcb5 Ticket options<\/p>\n

    Tickets are on sale now at foodfest.inquirer.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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      General Admission ($149)<\/b><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        Unlimited food from all participating restaurants and bakeries<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        Two drink tickets (21+, valid ID required; more available for purchase)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        Access to all festival programming<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        Copy of The 76, The Inquirer\u2019s 2025 restaurant guide<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        Six-month Inquirer digital access (new subscribers only)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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        Premium Pass ($249)<\/b><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          All General Admission perks, plus:<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          Complimentary parking in adjacent lots (limited availability)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          Expedited entry and priority access to Foundry sessions<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          Third drink ticket (three total)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          Premium upstairs viewing area for performances<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          Exclusive Inquirer Food Fest tote bag with curated gifts, including What a Run!, The Inquirer\u2019s commemorative Eagles book<\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/ol>\n

          \ud83c\udf5d Philly restaurants you\u2019ll find<\/p>\n

          Expect exclusive collabs, off-menu bites, and one-day-only dishes. Highlights include:<\/p>\n

          \ud83c\udf70 Bakeries on deck<\/p>\n

          Philly\u2019s bakery scene is just as hot as its restaurants. You\u2019ll be able to sample special creations from:<\/p>\n

          \ud83c\udfb6 Entertainment lineup<\/p>\n

          Philly\u2019s own Starfire will emceeing live from the festival stage, where Joshua Lang and DJ Sylo of BWC Sounds<\/a> and funk soul band Snacktime<\/a> will perform. <\/p>\n

          \ud83d\udc69\u200d\ud83c\udf73 Hands-on experiences<\/p>\n

          Want to roll out pasta, catch a live podcast taping, or decorate a cake? There will also be special experiences to participate in, from New June Bakery<\/a>, Midnight Pasta Co.<\/a>, and Delicious City Podcast<\/a>. <\/p>\n

          Know if you go:<\/p>\n

          \ud83d\udcc5 Nov. 15, 11 a.m.-6 p.m., \ud83d\udcb5 $149+,\ud83d\udccd29 E. Allen St., Philadelphia, Pa. 19123, \ud83c\udf10 foodfest.inquirer.com<\/a><\/p>\n