Vineland’s Wander Back Lager took gold at the 2026 World Beer Cup, beating 155 rivals and spotlighting the brewery’s local‑malt approach and taproom plans.

A new South Jersey pop-up called Stoop Dogs is serving customizable Philly-style hot dogs for parties, led by Bre Renner and her daughter.

After 60 years on Durham Road, Candlewyck — later rebranded The Wyck — has closed permanently after a health‑department inspection stalled its relaunch. The space is now leased to a new tenant.

Morgan's Pier has returned to the Delaware River for its 15th season with new seasonal menus, anniversary cocktails and a packed events calendar. Expect DJs, trivia and waterfront views through the summer.

Mount Airy couple Jose Ortiz‑Pagan and Ana Ramos are launching Botanica Mesa Blanca in East Kensington, blending coffee service with wellness‑themed retail.

New York’s Tipsy Scoop opens May 9 in Rittenhouse, serving liquor‑infused scoops, sundaes and cocktails at 119 S. 18th St. Swag and a grand‑opening party are planned.

A Philly Pretzel Factory has opened in Drexel’s Papadakis building, bringing water ice, soft‑serve and classic pretzels to University City and promising student hires.

Dave's Hot Chicken has filed demolition permits for the former Saladworks at Nazareth Crossing. Landlord hopes to open by mid‑September.

Angelo’s will convert the closed Federal Donuts Wolf Street shop into a large commissary to ease Ninth Street lines and revive sidelined menu items. The site will move delivery out of a North Philly ghost kitchen.

Dettera Restaurant & Wine Bar will close after 16 years, hosting a farewell April 16–18. Owners say a new concept is planned for the Butler Avenue space.

Merzbacher's of Germantown bought Metropolitan's recipes and will keep its breads on local shelves after the Rittenhouse shop closed. The transfer preserves many jobs and the bakery's wholesale network.

Michelin-recognized Scratch Restaurants plans a Center City burger shop with a speakeasy-style omakase counter, according to local reporting.

Adam Golomb’s Markham Team bought 10 Smoothie King locations across Philadelphia and South Jersey, promising repairs, retraining and plans for regional expansion. The deal gives the group a multi‑store base to grow.