Saturday, July 18th
Ultimate Philadelphia Ice Cream Festival
Ultimate Philadelphia Ice Cream Festival
Saturday, July 18, 2009
10am-4pm
Center Court
Bassetts Ice Cream, Reading Terminal Market’s oldest vendor, joins forces with the best local independent frozen dessert artisans including Miller’s Twist, Franklin Fountain, Uncle Dave’s Ice Cream, KOV Gelati di Capri, and Bredenbeck’s Bakery and Ice Cream Parlor for a day of frozen fun featuring demonstrations, games, contests, tastings, music, and more. Giveaways from WHYY, arts and crafts, and live music round out the event.
Taste of Philadelphia: Market Tours
Every Wednesday & Saturday Learn the story behind cheese steaks, hoagies, pretzels and other Philly food favorites, and the 114-year history of the vibrant Reading Terminal Market where they’re sold during this 75-minute, food-writer-led walking tour.
The tour leaves from the Market information desk at 12th and Filbert streets in the heart of downtown Philadelphia at 10 a.m. every Wednesday and Saturday. Reservations Required.
Cost is $15.95 for adults and $8.95 for children ages 7 to 11. Private tours also available.
Call 215-545-8007 ×3 or visit www.tasteofphillyfoodtour.com for information and to make reservations.
Enjoy Live Music in the Market
Piano, jazz, soft rock, and more:
Here are a couple of highlights in current schedule of upcoming musical performances in the Market.
And best of all, it’s free! So come on down, grab a bite and have a listen.
- The Reading Terminals perform the 2nd Friday of every month.
- Kenny and Jerry bring you American Classics.
- Piano Playing
Green Court Seating Area
Market Tours
Every Wednesday & Saturday Learn the story behind cheese steaks, hoagies, pretzels and other Philly food favorites, and the 116-year history of the vibrant Reading Terminal Market where they’re sold during this 75-minute, food-writer-led walking tour.
Cooking Classes
La Cucina is proud to continue the tradition of cooking and entertaining classes at Reading Terminal Market. When taking a class, you’ll not only get to observe and sample some fine dishes, but you’ll also find great merchants from whom to purchase your ingredients year ‘round.
What makes our cooking courses the best? Our instructors are great teachers, as well as great chefs. You will receive samples of all the dishes prepared; you will take home recipes for everything; and you will enjoy the wonderful setting.
Please call 215-922-1170 to register
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