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Ring in The New Year By Dining Out in Westchester

It’s one of the most popular nights of the year to go out, but after all the December gatherings, many of us are a little bit worn out by the time New Year’s Eve rolls around. It’s the perfect night to stay home – or just to have a quiet dinner at a nice restaurant with someone you love. While the bars will surely be hopping this year after…

Where to Drink and Dine Outdoors this August

Outdoor dining and drinking was always a staple of the West Chester summer scene—now more so than ever! With ongoing COVID-19 restrictions, many local establishments, including lots near your Chestnut Square apartment, have moved their operations al fresco, so you can still enjoy the award-winning cuisine and cocktails local spots are known for, and get a little (safe!) socializing done at the same time. With so many outdoor dining…

Where to Watch the Phillies When Baseball Returns

We may be in a bit of a delay right now, but baseball season will eventually be back before we know it! If you’ve gotten used to hunkering down at home, a trip to Citizens Bank Park to cheer on the Phillies may seem like too big of a chore—with crowds, high prices and equally high temps. If you want to take in a game without all that fanfare,…

Where to Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in West Chester

Cinco de Mayo is one of the biggest party days of the year—and there are plenty of ways to get in on the fun right near your Chestnut Square apartment. Whether you’re looking to chow down on tacos or indulge in some top-shelf tequila, the Mexican cultural celebration provides a great excuse to get out and about with friends or family and enjoy the neighborhood’s exciting nightlife and dining…

Celebrate the Chinese New Year Locally

New Year’s celebrations have finally died down, and we’re fully into the swing of 2019! However, if you’ve still got a spark of celebration left in you, there’s another festive occasion heading your way. The Chinese New Year will be marked this year on Feb. 5. The global holiday celebrates Chinese culture and marks the start of the traditional Chinese calendar year. Chinese communities around the world honor the…

Where to Find Cold-Weather Comfort Food in West Chester

Old Man Winter has finally arrived at your Chestnut Square apartment! Now that the holiday fun has died down and the new year is underway, the cold weather may have you feeling less than cheerful. One of the best antidotes to that winter gloom is a tasty treat; just like your mom’s chicken noodle soup or your favorite chili recipe have always been your go-to on chilly, snowy days,…

3 Places to Celebrate Guacamole Day Around Chestnut Square

While Cinco de Mayo is long since over, there’s another upcoming holiday that provides you a perfect excuse to indulge in Mexican cuisine and cocktails! Guacamole Day on Sept. 16 celebrates all things avocado. While it may not be an official holiday, it’s a great reason to get out and about around your Chestnut Square apartment, as the area is home to lots of authentic Mexican eateries where guacamole…

Best Outdoor Dining in West Chester

With so many restaurants near your Chestnut Square apartment, it’s hard to pick just one! If you’re planning a date night, a visit with the family or a night out with old friends and are trying to narrow down your culinary choices, consider your outdoor-dining options. Summer in Philly means Center City is bustling with visitors, shoppers, businesspeople and everyone in between. You can be right in the middle…

Celebrate Dad at These Local Restaurants Around Chestnut Square

Father’s Day is a time to shower your dad or other guy in your life with love and gratitude. But let’s be real: The best way to their heart is likely through their stomach! Most fellas would love to skip the gifts and instead celebrate the occasion with a sumptuous meal out with the kids, spouse and other loved ones. Luckily for everyone, there are scores of mouthwatering restaurants…

Three Spots for Mother’s Day Lunch

If Mother’s Day snuck up on you, you’re not alone! Finding the perfect gift for Mom or the other ladies in your life, especially in a pinch, can be a challenge. Instead of wrapping up a gift she may or may not need or even want, give her something every woman can enjoy: the gift of time! Schedule a Sunday lunch to celebrate the moms in your family. Having…

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