game on...

Domino!
At the Municipal Services Building Plaza, right across the street from City Hall, you'll find one of the most unique works of art in the city. "Your Move" by Roger White, is a collection of oversize board game pieces from classics such as Sorry, Monopoly, chess, bingo and checkers. Mr. Monopoly would be proud.

Remember when people played board games?

the tallest building in the world...

well, it was during 1901-1907
But that is ok. Philadelphia's City Hall is a marvel to behold. This amazing display of architecture is the home of our fair city's leadership. The level of detail on this granite masterpiece is simply amazing with over 250 sculptures incorporated into the design. The most famous sculpture is of William Penn which stands on top of the tower keeping an eye on his home town. Over the years, City Hall has had its critics...some even wanted to demolish the elaborate municipal building. I guess you just can't make everybody happy.

For a small fee you can view the city from the observation deck on the top of the tower. Not a bad view.

Click here for more info.

let them eat cake...

Crab Cake that is!
As you know, one of my favorite places in the world is Rittenhouse Square Park. At the park you'll find the home of one of the best crab cakes in the city at Devon Seafood Grill. They are amazing. No filler, just crab...the way they should be. Devon is a great place to grab a drink after work, or to take a first date. You have the park, the crab cake and a beautiful venue that'll make your night.

Devon is all about what's great under the sea. Also tasty is Devon's Lobster Bisque and Chilean Sea Bass. Man I love Lobster Bisque. The Key Lime pie for desert works too. I've dreamed about the Key Lime Pie...seriously.

It could be a problem.

tony, tony, tony

not much to say but...
the Roast Pork Italian which includes sharp provolone and broccoli rabe might be the best sandwich I've ever had. Tony Luke's is for Philadelphians....this is their sandwich. You'll find Tony Lukes in South Philly at 39 East Oregon Avenue, or at Citizens Bank Park, or you can find the man himself on the big screen here. It's pretty classy, Tony Luke style.

Still, Tony can make a good sandwich, and a great cheeseteak too...usually on the best of Philly list.

traveling riverside blue

"It's pronounced...skoo-kill."

You will hear that a lot. The Skuykill river is one of the 2 major rivers that makes Philadelphia the river city that it is. One of our most prized parks lies on the banks of the river directly behind the Art Museum. Take a stroll down the riverside on Kelly drive for some amazing skyline views. It's a great Sunday getaway for those outdoorsy types who can manage a good pair of roller blades or a mountain bike. If you are into the boating thing, the world famous Dad Vail Regatta is held on these waters.

Or if you want, just hang out riverside with your lady or man of choice and have a picnic. It's a must if you have nothing to do on a beautiful Summer day. Me? I'll just grab a glass of wine and watch the water float by.

If you are one of those people who likes to be on the move....here is some traveling music for ya....click here.