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Eat your way through South Philly with a food journalist

Join a food journalist for a behind-the-scenes walking tour through South Philadelphia's food scene as you explore the many flavors and cultures that make this neighborhood so special. . • You’ll beyond the typical food tour as I share stories gathered from personal interviews and deep relationships with South Philly’s business owners and chefs. • Experience the neighborhood’s vibrant cultural tapestry woven from generations of immigrants as you sample everything from rugelach and banh mi to tacos and cannoli. • Finish the day at a hidden gem of a wine shop, where we’ll enjoy a glass as we reflect on the stories we’ve heard and food we tasted. More than just leaving satisfied with the delicious dishes you’ve sampled, you’ll walk away with a true appreciation for the rich history that solidifies South Philadelphia as a true melting pot of diverse cultures and ethnicities.

5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviews

Join the jam at a local jazz speakeasy

Philadelphia’s rich jazz legacy comes alive at the Velvet Whip Speakeasy, where rhythm, improvisation, and collaboration take center stage. Join me for a dynamic jam session at a hidden club to celebrate the spontaneity and soul of live music and pay tribute to the city’s deep musical roots. • We’ll kick off the evening with a warm welcome. I’ll share my journey in percussion and love for improvisation and explain the instruments used in the session, diving into the vibraphone’s role in jazz history. • Watch as I and a fellow guitarist showcase the essence of spontaneous collaboration, breaking down the techniques that bring an unstructured jam to life. • Step up and try your hand at jamming, applying the rhythms and techniques you’ve just learned. The night doesn’t end when the session does! Stick around to soak up the speakeasy’s atmosphere and enjoy a complimentary ticket to that evening’s live show.

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Paint date night portraits guided by a muralist

Experience a one-of-a-kind group date night in my studio, where painting a portrait of your partner—or a new connection—becomes a fun and meaningful way to bond. No painting experience needed—just bring your curiosity and an open heart! All supplies are included. • After an icebreaker, I’ll guide you through acrylic painting basics, including brush techniques and color mixing. • Working on a 12x16-inch canvas, you’ll sketch your portrait with pencil first. Stencils will be available to help with facial features. I’ll provide individual guidance as you build layers and refine details. • Draw inspiration from the shared experience, guided by thought-provoking questions designed to spark creativity and connection. You’ll leave with a one-of-a-kind keepsake, and I’ll package your artwork for you to take home. Plus, I’ll share restaurant recommendations so you can continue your date night in East Falls!

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Slurp & Learn: The Rich History of East Coast Oysters

Dive into a world of briny delights and maritime history with an oyster-tasting experience at Fishtown Seafood. Explore the evolution of East Coast oysters, their rich history, and the unique characteristics that make each variety special. • Begin with an introduction to our store, where I’ll share the fascinating 200-year history of East Coast oysters. Learn how Chesapeake Bay played a crucial role in oyster farming, and how environmental challenges led to a remarkable resurgence. • Savor six New England oysters, each with distinct flavor notes influenced by their coastal origins, and discuss their texture, salinity, and regional variations. • Compare and contrast six oysters from the Mid-Atlantic, where diverse growing environments create a completely different tasting profile, and discover how climate, tides, and water composition shape their flavors. You’ll leave with personalized recommendations for nearby attractions to continue your culinary adventure—and delicious insights into sustainable seafood.

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An arborist's tour of Fairmount Park's historic gardens

Join me, an urban forester and environmentalist, for an exploration of one of Philadelphia’s most treasured green spaces - Fairmount Park! You’ll visit botanical landmarks and uncover the stories behind unique trees and plants that highlight fascinating aspects of the city’s history. • Explore the lush indoor greenhouse at the Horticulture Center before visiting the Pavilion in the Trees, an interactive art installation nestled in a woodland canopy that offers insight into the park’s ongoing restoration projects. • Admire the serene Shofuso Japanese House and Garden and the Centennial Arboretum's remarkable trees including beautiful cherry blossoms in early spring. • Marvel at Michaux Grove’s towering oaks, planted in the 1870s along with others for the Centennial Exposition, before we walk back to the Horticulture Center. You’ll leave this nature walk inspired by the stories of trees and plants that connect the past, present, and future of this legendary city.

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Uncover Philadelphia's hidden history with an archaeologist

History isn’t just written in books—it’s also buried beneath our feet. Join me on a journey through Philadelphia’s past, where every excavation uncovers forgotten truths about America’s founding. This immersive tour peels back the layers of the city’s most iconic sites, revealing the stories often left out of textbooks. • First, we’ll explore the site that reshaped our understanding of early America: the remnants of George Washington’s presidential mansion. Here, we’ll delve into the archaeological excavation that unearthed the living quarters of the enslaved people who labored there. • Next, the Liberty Bell, considered a symbol of freedom, has layers of secrets beneath its surface. Discover the untold stories behind this national symbol and the complexities behind America’s cherished myths. • Walk among the forgotten and uncover the city’s darker past at Washington Square, where thousands of Revolutionary War soldiers and yellow fever victims lie in unmarked graves. • Step into the remnants of Benjamin Franklin’s home and discover the private struggles of a founding father, from family drama to personal failures. These excavations reveal a side of Franklin rarely shown in history books. As we wrap up on Market Street, you’ll reflect on the stories unearthed along the way and walk away with a deeper, more nuanced understanding of Philadelphia and the people who shaped it

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Tour Longwood Gardens with a local horticulturist

Immerse yourself in a world of floral splendor at Longwood Gardens on a 90-minute guided tour through the estate’s history, from its Quaker farm origins to its early-20th-century transformation into a world-renowned horticultural showcase. • As you stroll toward the Meadow Garden, I’ll explain the design principles of the transition from woodland to naturalistic beauty and biodiversity. • At the more formal, cultivated Flower Garden, learn about the seasonal displays, the artistry of their design, and specific plant varieties, colors, and textures. • Marvel at the engineering marvels behind the scenic fountain features in the Italian Water Garden, and hear about specialized orchid care at the Conservatory. You’ll leave feeling restored from your time in nature, with my recommendations to further explore other areas of Longwood Gardens.

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Learn cooking skills at a dinner party by Chef Chad Durkin

Join me, a chef, master baker, and Philly entrepreneur, for an exclusive cooking demo and dinner party at Breezy’s, recently dubbed “the perfect deli” by Philadelphia Magazine. As you watch me cook, I’ll share culinary techniques and stories from my time on Cake Boss and other Food Network and TLC shows. • Enjoy appetizers and a welcome cocktail (including nonalcoholic options) while I explain my ingredient choices, techniques, and seasonal menu considerations. • For the main course, I’ll demonstrate essential techniques like steak searing or knife skills (ever seen a chef julienne?), before serving you a beautifully plated entrée that is restaurant-perfect. • Finally, dessert—my specialty. I’ll heat things up with a show-stopping moment, like a bubble or a flame, for some interactive kitchen magic. You’ll leave with a full belly, new cooking knowledge to try out at home, and a small gift as a token of your visit to Breezy’s.

5 out of 5 average rating, 4 reviews

Cheesesteak tour with the man who's eaten a thousand

What do you do when you visit Philadelphia? You eat cheesesteaks, of course. I’ve reviewed more than 1,200 cheesesteaks for my YouTube channel, and I’d like to take you to a few iconic shops in Philly’s Italian Market neighborhood. • We’ll begin with a cheesesteak at Pat’s King of Steaks, where I’ll share a little bit about my project and the history of this sandwich in Philadelphia. (Cheesesteaks are included in the cost; drinks and sides are extra.) • Next, we’ll walk across the street to Geno’s Steaks, where we’ll do a taste test, comparing the two rivals’ versions we’ve just tried. • Then we’ll take a short walk to Jaxx Taproom, a newer spot that takes a more artisanal approach to the cheesesteak. We’ll sit down for this third course, and compare the classics to the contemporary version. I’ll send you on your way with suggestions for other top cheesesteak shops you should visit while you’re in town.

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Walk through Old City with an architectural historian

The buildings of Philadelphia’s Old City tell many stories about the history of the United States and its growth from an English colony to an early republic. Join me, an architect, for a history walk through this historic neighborhood to explore the evolution of American architectural styles. Most tours are Private, but please contact me if you are two or more guests and I can make them public. • Begin in the charming, narrow streets and Georgian and Federal-style homes of Elfreth’s Alley, which offer a glimpse into 18th-century domestic life. • You’ll walk through the neighborhood to sites like the First Bank of the United States and the nearby Merchants’ Exchange, which showcase the growing financial power of this new country. • Our walk will culminate at Independence Hall, a pivotal building in American history, representing the birth of the nation and a landmark of Georgian design. You’ll learn how the architectural styles in Old City reflect the historical significance of Philadelphia itself.

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4.98 out of 5 average rating, 164 reviews

Artisan Sourdough Bread Workshop

After arrival and introductions, we'll start the process by showing you how to properly slash your dough and get it into the oven. this will allow our first loaves to bake and cool in time for sampling, because who wants to attend a sourdough class and not get to eat any of it? :) Next, we'll begin the process of mixing ingredients, going over the recipe and process. during the periods when the dough will be resting ill conduct a demonstration for a fun live cultured beverage, you can make at home or simply enjoy it during the baking class. Since there is so much time involved in producing a loaf, I'll be moving along with the steps as quickly as we can and spending most of the time between processes answering questions and explaining the why behind the techniques. classes typically last between 3-4 hours so light refreshments will be served throughout the class. You will leave class with, starter, instruction printout, a loaf of bread to bake the next and a bread proofing basket. Other things to note Let me know if you have any food allergies.

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 225 reviews

Black & Ghost Tour

Experience the spookiest of Pittsburgh’s Downtown! Get to see outstanding historic landmarks (often beautifully lit up in the darker and colder months) during the quiet evening hours and learn about their history and which spirits lurk in them. Don't worry about picking up any ghostly travelers; the entirety of the tour takes place outdoors! This 2-hour tour is offered on select evenings. Ready to get chills and be scared by some obscure ghost stories? ***Please note: This is NOT a haunted house tour OR a pure Ghost Tour but rather a history tour with a spooky twist!*** Please note: - Every participant will have to sign a waiver. - Free cancellation and full refund up to 24 hours before tour start. - Tour will take rain or shine! Please dress appropriately for the weather.

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 136 reviews

Bike the Burgh Tour

First we will bike through the streets of the Financial and Cultural district, explore the Strip District and then check out the North Shore on its scenic river trails. We will dive into the history of Pittsburgh, tracking down the people who shaped this city to what it is today: a beauty. Old and new buildings, city squares and public art will turn this bike ride into a unique event full of exciting (re)discoveries of The Burgh. Other things to note: TOURS START ON TIME. Please arrive at the meeting point 15 mins early. Every participant will have to sign a waiver. - Free cancellation and full refund up to 24 hours before tour start. - Tour will take rain or shine! Please message if there are any concerns about inclement weather. We are pleased to also offer this tour in Spanish. Please send in your request at least 2 weeks in advance to ensure that the Spanish tour is available.

4.86 out of 5 average rating, 1080 reviews

Philadelphia History, Highlights, & Revolution Walking Tour

On this tour, we’ll explore Independence National Historical Park and the Old City neighborhood to see a plethora of historical landmarks! Along the way, your guide will keep you posted on the history of these sites and fill you in on all kinds of useful info for your visit to Philly. We’ll see Carpenters Hall, where the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania was founded. Next, we’ll head to the Museum of American Revolution, which offers an incredible look at the stories, artifacts, and people that shaped the American Revolution. We’ll go inside to see a presentation of George Washington’s War Tent ( when your tour is over, you’ll be able to get a discounted ticket to see the rest of the museum). As we walk through Old City, we’ll also pass by some favorite sites such as Elfreth’s Alley (the oldest continuously-occupied residential street in the entire US), showcasing incredible architecture dating back to the early 1700s, the Betsy Ross House, named after a famous seamstress and flag maker who is said to have sewn the first ever American flag, Benjamin Franklin’s Grave (bring a penny to toss!), and the outdoor President’s House Landmark where Washington and Adams lived.

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 180 reviews

Whiskey Rebellion & Prohibition Tour

From the mill to the still, whiskey has been a cornerstone in Pittsburgh's history. Come downtown for our whiskey tour where you will discover how whiskey has fueled political, labor and social movements throughout the region. Begin and end your tour in style with a Prohibition cocktail at the Ritual House and an Old Fashioned at the Rebel Room. As we walk the streets of Downtown, along iconic architecture, you'll learn about the violent Whiskey Rebellion in Pittsburgh, hidden former (as well as existing!) speakeasies around the city, and how Prohibition affected the region. ***Please note: This is NOT a bar crawl but a whiskey history tour that includes two handcrafted cocktails. This event is 21+ only, no minors please. INCLUDED: - 2 handcrafted whiskey cocktails (one full, one half size) - 1 free water bottle on hot days - 1 cup of hot cider, hot tea, or hot toddy on cold days - coupons from our Downtown bar and restaurant partners - 15% off coupon to the local Wigle Distillery - a Scottish tour guide who knows his "whisky" and who is quite a fun character :-)

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 129 reviews

In Depth Tarot Reading from an Oracle

This Energy Healing Reading uses the divination of tarot, astrology, cartomancy and many other intuitive wisdom that may present itself. This insightful healing session will promote clarity and wisdom while being engaging and heartfelt. The goal is to make you feel like a feather. This Reading will bring major insights into your human existence. We start with aroma therapy for our senses and conduct an Ancestral resin cleanse. We then dive into the overall themed message that the Divine has for you in this very moment. I utilize Astrology and many other Oracle Cards for this process. We continue the session by using most spiritual modalities including Tarot and cartomancy to target the significance of the themed message. We then use navigation tools to identify even more clarification and information to measure progress. We conclude the session by using protocols that allow us to determine what we need. This is where our minds and souls meet. Holistically unified.

5 out of 5 average rating, 29 reviews

Grape Harvest & Stomp Wine Barge Tour

This is a hands-on experience where guests will have the opportunity to learn the basics of winemaking from an experienced hobby winemaker beginning with the grapes in the vineyard and ending on the unique FLX Wine Barge. Guests will be greeted by Kathy at Fulkerson Winery where she will lead them to an appropriate vineyard tract, explain about the variety of grapes to be harvested, provide gloves, grape harvesting forks and buckets and set each guest up to pick about 10 pounds of wine grapes each. Once harvesting is complete, the group will return to the winery and, while Kathy settles up for the grapes, guests will be free to do a wine tasting of Fulkerson’s wines with special attention to any wines that were made with the variety of grape just harvested. Next, in their own vehicles, participants will follow Kathy to her place on nearby Lamoka Lake, where they will board the docked FLX Wine Barge to enjoy a boxed lunch. During this time, Kathy will provide an Introduction to Winemaking: From Grape to Glass. Participants will learn how to measure sugar content in grapes using a refractometer and understand how the sugar is converted to alcohol by yeast to make wine. Next, guests will manually destem their grapes and then crush them in the traditional way. Once the grapes have been converted to “must,” we will share a celebratory toast in a Wine Barge souvenir glass. Other things to note This will be a hands-on activity, mostly outdoors. While not strenuous, there will be some walking and bending. Participants will be standing while they destem grapes but will be seated on the Wine Barge.

5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviews

Beers in the Burgh - Pittsburgh Brewery Walk

This is a great tour to make friends! Meet other beer lovers on this brewery tour while sampling a variety of locally crafted brews at 4 different stops. Stroll through one of the most vibrant neighborhoods of Pittsburgh and learn all about the history of beer making in Pittsburgh and Western PA. Get to know the makers behind these craft beers and dive deep into the past and present of Lawrenceville - all that while walking past some of its main landmarks and cultural highlights. Your tour will come with some great discoveries of local businesses as well as cool street art. Join our fun groups and have a wholehearted toast with some new friends!

5 out of 5 average rating, 49 reviews

Soap & Candle Making Class

In about 1.5 hours I will be teaching you how to make 3 different FUN luxury products, that you get to take home with you. We will start with 100% domestic soy candle with a cotton wick with your choice of fragrance. We will then make a soap that you can roll into a scroll, you choose your herbs and essential oils. Finally we will be making a Face Spritzer that contain organic aloe vera. We will chat about the benefits of essential oils and which would be the best for you. Bottle water will be available. There are a minimum of two people and maximum 4 people per class, children 10 years and over are welcomed. If you have any questions or like to request a private class of minimum of 4 people (I will try my best to accommodate - my schedule is not very flexible) please contact me and I will get back to you promptly. The classes will be held in my 1900 farmhouse, PLEASE NOTE we have two potbelly pigs as pets that live and roam in our home. They are friendly and you will be able to pet them. We also have a friendly dog. Visit our Airbnb guest house page "Pack House Cottage" . *There is a 4 person minimum/max for private class requests other than what is scheduled. I will do my best to accommodate all requests. Ask about our Cactus Terrain Candle Making Classes too!

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 123 reviews

Neon Dream a Psychedelic BodyPaint Experience

We begin with a 10 minute guided meditation to place you in a peaceful state of being & to bring forth your soul field. We then invite you to experience the ancient art of body painting in a modern UV context as HeARTists Myztico & Damaris illuminates your inner vibrant colors to be expressed on your exterior body temple. No two paintings are alike, each person has their own patterns that will be revealed during the process. Painting process will take approximately 60-90 minutes per person as the focus will be the front of your upper torso, arms and face. We welcome Couples, Singles & Families (for small groups of up to 4 please message me so we can accommodate you. ) At the end of the session you will be photographed in your full UV glory as you are now a work of heART. A minimum of at least 60 Multiverse Photos/Videos will be taken and emailed to you (typically within the week) via a download link for you to use as you see fit. We can also discuss the transformation of a photo/s of your choice unto a giclee 36 x 40 " canvas print hand painted uv art signed by Myztico or Damaris which can be framed to your liking. UV Reactive Satin tapestries available in various sizes ready for hanging!!! Our rate is $200- per person for parties of 2 or more. $250- for a solo traveler. Many of our guests tell us that our session is therapeutic, heART is a great healer for many. Grateful

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