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    1st Official Philly Cheesesteak Festival Coming Oct 24, 2015

    Sure Philadelphia loves the tag line “City of Brotherly Love and Sisterly Affection”, but if you ask anyone what really represents Philly (Eagles & Phillies not included) they’d say CHEESESTEAKS! And everyone has their opinion on where you should go to get the best one! So it’s about time for the… 1st Philadelphia Cheesesteak Festival Date: Saturday, October 24, 2015 Time: 11am – 5pm Place: Lincoln Financial Field Price: Varies depending on what type of ticket you purchase – but this level makes the most sense –“WIT” – $40 (INCLUDES 10 CHEESESTEAK SAMPLES AND A PHILLY CHEESESTEAK FESTIVAL T-SHIRT) POST UPDATE: 10/19/15:    Wear your PhillyCheesesteak! T-shirts, Longsleeve, Hoodies and…

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    Trader Joe’s Balela

    Okay, I’m seriously trying to shed a few lbs now. I’ve got upcoming events and really need to look svelte in my spring/summer frocks and evening finery. Therefore, today’s vegetarian picnic was from HipCityVeg (127 S. 18th Street Phila, PA). Blogger, PhillyPhoodie wasn’t too keen on his experience, but I was surprisingly satisfied with the Philly Steak grilled onions and mushrooms (all plant based, no meat no cheese). And truthfully, I’ve always preferred sweet potato fries to regular; although, not sure they even count as diet food, just vegetarian. For dinner – here’s my latest Trader Joe’s quick meal.  Look in the refrigerated aisle for Balela – Middle Eastern Salad…