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Chestnut Hill is Launching “A Taste of Summer” A Nine-Day Culinary Experience!

Published on August 31, 2020

Chestnut Hill is Launching “A Taste of Summer” -A 9 Day Culinary Experience!

Kick off your Labor Day Weekend and stroll Germantown Avenue to enjoy amazing culinary specials and support local Chestnut Hill restaurants during A Taste of Summer: Dining in Chestnut Hill. This special, nine-day culinary experience taking place from September 4 – 13 will give diners the opportunity to taste delicious meals from neighborhood eateries and enjoy limited-time summer menu items. From prix fixe menus to à la carte options to take out, you’ll find an incredible selection of meals and treats throughout Philadelphia’s Garden District.

There will be outdoor seating at most restaurants in Chestnut Hill, and summer specialty items from participating restaurants will be available for dining in or for takeout, curbside pickup, and delivery. Specialty items may be part of breakfast, lunch, or dinner menus. Links to participating restaurants and their Taste of Summer food items are included in the attached release.

“Every summer, Chestnut Hill hosts a Restaurant Week to highlight its varied and outstanding dining destinations. This year’s Taste of Summer: Dining in Chestnut Hill is special for its focus on chefs’ new and innovative menu items rather than discounts on regular fare like a traditional Restaurant Week,” says Philip Dawson, executive director of the Chestnut Hill Business District. “We’re asking customers to come out and support our local restaurants during this challenging time, and in return they will enjoy fresh seasonal limited-edition dishes and cocktails, against the lush backdrop Philadelphia’s Garden District.”

Participating Restaurants

Baker Street Bread Co.

Valley Green Grilled Veggie served on a ciabatta roll
Chestnut Hill Cobb
Germantown Dog on a roll

Water Tower Breakfast Dog — steamed eggs, white cheddar cheese, hot dog, with or
without Ketchup)

Breakfast Boutique

Bananas Foster

Campbell’s Place

Jersey Shore Cioppino — fresh little neck clams, mussels, shrimp and blue crab meat in
white wine, tomato saffron broth, served with toast points

Chestnut Hill Brewing Company

Heirloom Caprese Salad with fresh mozzarella, shredded mozzarella, heirloom tomatoes,
balsamic, and basil
Summer Cob Salad — romaine lettuce, shredded mozzarella, goat cheese, oven-roasted
local corn, oven-roasted asparagus with garlic and rosemary
Brussels Char — fontina, ricotta, charred brussels sprouts, caramelized onions, and aged
balsamic
Roasted Peach Salad — spinach, red onion, radish, jicama, and roasted peaches, topped
with pecans, lemon pecan vinaigrette

Iron Hill Brewery

OMG BLT — bacon, pepperoni, arugula, fresh mozzarella cheese, basil pesto mayonnaise,
balsamic glaze, served on a ciabatta
Strawberry and Goat Cheese Salad with baby spinach, red onion, toasted almonds, poppy
seed vinaigrette
Brussel Sprouts with olive oil, lemon, black pepper, pecorino romano cheese

Jansen

Pan-seared Halibut served with a bacon black garlic risotto, sun dried tomatoes, house
made focaccia, and whipped goat cheese

McNally’s Tavern

Special summer-themed alcoholic slushies made with fresh fruit

Mica

Locally sourced Erdenheim Tomato Salad with basil and goat cheese

Night Kitchen Bakery

Lemon Tart with fresh blueberries. The shortbread crust is filled with lemon sweet/tart and
topped with meringue and fresh blueberries tossed in lemon curd.