Thursday, August 15, 2013

Meals You Would Love in Philly


When it comes right down to sampling what the locals eat, we need to look beyond eating at one of those fancy fine-dining eateries where the chef knows exactly how to play with your palate and knows very well that it would get tourists and out-of-town visitors like some of you who are Philadelphia charter bus weekend visitors. There are many restaurants whose focus is to merely place good food, at a good pricing for their customers and these eateries, we might want to add, are the very ones that deserves a visit from you.
For example, Paesano’s Philly Style Sandwiches serves the kind of large-portion sandwiches that the local Philly residents expect and enjoy. Paesano’s is located on West Girard Avenue and have been receiving tons of positive reviews and feedback on the internet, as one of the leading restaurants and cafes to visit in Philadelphia. Being overhyped on the internet led visitors to believe that it was some sort of fancy restaurant when in all reality, it is a small outlet serving local sandwiches. People’s got to believe that they serve what they serve because they have gained the loyalty of their customers and their combination of sandwich combined with beef, eggs and tomatoes works for the locals - and THAT is what you are going to be here for.
And while Paesano’s is bent on working their sandwiches to the hilt, places like Fountain Restaurant in Logan Square are ambitious with their long menu and extensive list of drinks. You will see how distinguishingly different both restaurants are when you visit during your Philadelphia charter bus rental getaway. One is for a simpler meal focusing on taste and loyalty, the other, Fountain, is working it big on the fanfare and decor. And the amazing thing is that both have their own winning charm. Fountain is a seafood restaurant, some will argue, although they do serve other dishes like chicken, beef and other delicacies but their seafood menu is extensive and impressive, to say the least. Be it a business lunch, a corporate meeting, romantic dinner, after concert quick meal or a family gathering, they are all perfect at Fountain.
Sabrina’s on Christian Street is quite another story. Leveraging on its strategic location, most of Sabrina’s customers are office-going people who come here for brunch or lunch. The real winner for Sabrina’s would be their creativity in terms of coming up with new dishes and promotions to entice new Philadelphia charter bus rental visitors who are here for the first time. And one’s got to have something to say about their huevos rancheros....they are absolutely something else.
These three restaurants shows you how different each of them really are and it is also a sample of what Philadelphia has to offer your taste buds when you are here for your Philadelphia charter bus rental vacation.

Wednesday, June 26, 2013

Independence National Historical Park is As Patriotic as Patriotic Gets


Philadelphia is a place that is inevitably drenched with history and it becomes evident with just a short Philadelphia party bus visit to Independence National Historical Park. This tourist hotspot has the main aim of preserving historical resources through its deep-rooted dedication to helping more people understand and learn about the American Revolution which formed the country to the stature that it is in today. Tourists and foreign visitors often have an incredible experience whenever they made a stop at Liberty Bell and Independence Hall, both having played a significant role in preserving historical Philadelphia. Both sites have moved people by helping people understand the people of America, the events and American ideals.
There was once upon a time when African slaves not just called the President’s House their home but they spent much of their waking hours working their hearts out for a place in this country. The massive structure that forms this presidential residence and office for President George Washington and John Adams. Unfortunately, it is no longer a residence to America’s presidents, it continues to be an important tourist destination and a place that commemorates the presidents and the lives of the enslaved Africans.
The Liberty Bell, on the other hand, as everyone knows, symbolises freedom to all Americans. Philadelphia party bus tourists will get to experience the really liberating events via exhibits and are given the pleasure of watching a short film that guides them through the landmark structure and about the events that follows.
On the West Wind of Independence Hall is where the Declaration of Independence is secured. Not only is the official document on exhibit, there is plenty of other surviving copies of formal documents that sealed the fate of fellow Americans, including the silver inkstand that was used to sign all the documents.
When you are visiting this Philadelphia party bus tourist attraction, one must not miss the chance to make a stop at Independence Hall. The hall was where the terms of each and every single one of the constitution were debated and discussed. For those who are following the guided tour, the guides will usually take visitors from the east wing of the building.
History will never repeat itself again and this is the feeling guests and visitors will get when they step foot into Old City Hall. The hall was also used in 1793 when the Yellow Fever epidemic broke out and the hall was used by volunteers to counter the widespread disease.
So, in many ways, the Independence National HIstoric Park is as patriotic as patriotic can get.

Monday, May 13, 2013

Top Three Hot Spots For Singles In Philly


People celebrate love during anniversaries and people celebrate the spirit of being together either as a friend or a family member during special occasions but that is where the trouble is all spelt out for all the others out there who are....gasp....SINGLE.
Visiting Philadelphia on your own does not have to be boring, dreary, lonely or detached. This is perhaps one of the best times to come out on your own, make friends, hit up a conversation with a complete stranger and you might find yourself reveling in the love that the locals have to give Philadelphia party bus rental visitors to the Philly that they love.
Franklin Mortgage and Investment Co....don’t let the name scare you into heading out this amazing hidden gem in downtown Philadelphia. In the late 1920’s the company served up the city residents as one of the largest alcohol ring in the country. It has got quite a fiery and historically-significant image, we can assure you. In complete honesty, many people will simply regard the Franklin Mortgage as the epitome of speakeasy. Back when alcohol was not permitted to be either sold or consumed, speakeasy places like these were the only reprieve to those who were looking for party limo places to chill out and relax in Philadelphia. To say the least, they have mastered the art of their drinks, the recipes having being handed down from one generation to another; some would even go as far as saying that their drinks are absolute masterpieces and are irrefutably worth the premium prices that the customers are forking out. Willingly.
Not everyone is into speakeasy bars like this because they tend to be a little darker and quieter so, on one hand we have Franklin Mortgage and on the other hand, Philly gives you something a little more ‘modern’, so to speak, in the form of The Foodery. The Foodery offers Philadelphia luxury bus rental visitors and their special guests a chance to sample some palate-teasing fine selection of exquisite wine. The outlet boasts of a huge collection of some eight hundred (and counting) number of different American and Imported craft beers and wine. And it seems that the collection never ends. After sampling the wine, converted customers are given a choice of personalizing their own six-pack deal...six of their personal favorite sampled drinks to take home with them. People who commonly come to The Fooderies’ sampling are usually the social butterflies and creative class of people, so, you will most assuredly get to meet with people who are open-minded, friendly and absolutely in love with their drinks.
We understand the fact that not all singles are drinkers....so, how about a visit to Club Veg then? They hold monthly dinners at various different locations to suit the visitors to share recipes, ideals, ideas, and news. There is nothing like ‘common interest’ to bond strangers together. Who knows? Fast friends CAN turn into bosom buddies, after all.

Wednesday, January 30, 2013

Amada adventures in Philadelphia

Philadelphia sizzles with activity at night, and a good way to see the sights and get around is with a charter bus, coach bus, party bus, mini bus, passenger coach or school bus rented from Party Bus Philadelphia. Go for a night out on the town with a Philadelphia party bus, as you sip cocktails, hear live music, dance the night away or do your own thing. For a great party bus destination, head down to Amada in Philadelphia.
When you walk into Amada, you can’t help but feel a certain aura of energy and excitement. The restaurant’s design invokes the essence of a traditional Spanish tapas bar while simultaneously exuding a hip and stylish Bohemian or European vibe. The buzz from happy patrons is highly contagious, leading party bus diners to feel right at home. The space is divided into two main areas, the bar area, where you can enjoy a selection from Amada’s extensive wine offerings, all of which are available by the glass; and the dining area proper, where conversations at lantern-lit tables seem to be in rhythm with the restaurant’s flamenco-influenced electronic soundtrack. Both areas are perfect party bus destinations in their own right.
Over the bar hang real, 18-month-cured Spanish Serrano hams. Barrels of sangria fill open cabinets behind the bar. We recommend the blanco, or white sangria. Small elevated tables, down the length of the bar, are great for casual meetings, or party bus gossip. Grab a seat and enjoy a few of the bar’s famed Pedro Almodovar-themed cocktails. One of the most popular is the ‘Bad Education’, an orange mojito, while snacking on the delicious charcuterie, featuring superb, cut-to-order meats and divine Spanish cheeses, all served with complementary garnishes. And while Amada, which means “loved one,” is an authentic Spanish tapas restaurant, its extensive menu consists mainly of small dishes, and is a highly recommended choice for a complete dinner.
There are more than 60 tapas to choose from, varying from the traditional tortilla espaƱola, Spanish olives and warm fava bean salad, to the edgy, foie gras flatbreads and artichoke and spinach empanadas ensuring that there is something to fit every taste on the party bus. The charcuterie is excellent. The European hand slicer behind the bar produces plates of Pamplona-style chorizo, salchichons, lomo embuchado and Serrano ham that will melt in your mouth. Party bus diners should not forget to try the paprika- and garlic-dusted Spanish octopus, grilled and skewered diver scallops, crab-stuffed piquillo peppers, a signature green plantain empanada (mentioned above) and roasted pork with white beans. Tapas style dining means sharing is encouraged, with most tapas coming in portions to feed two or more., making sure that everyone on the party bus gets a taste.
For a party bus experience like no other, give Party Bus Philadelphia a call to find out how they can help you plan your party bus visit of Philadelphia with a selection from the fleet of party buses and friendly, personalized service. With Party Bus Philadelphia, you can enjoy great food at anytime.

Monday, December 31, 2012

Philly’s best cheesesteaks

If your group is celebrating an occasion in Philadelphia, be it a graduation, wedding, promotion or just a general get-together, give Party Bus Philadelphia a call to hire a charter bus, coach bus, party bus, mini bus, passenger coaches or school bus. Your group will arrive together on time, and in style, with a party bus.
Every time people get together, food is likely to be on the agenda, and what better way to make your acquaintance with Philadelphia than by trying one of her famous cheesesteaks? A cheesesteak is simply a crusty roll filled with thinly sliced pieces of beef, and topped with cheese. Specific other toppings may be offered. It might be a simple dish, but it has never been successfully duplicated outside of Philly. Even within Philly, arguments break out over which place serves the most authentic cheesesteak.
The invention of the Philadelphia cheesesteak is credited to Pat Olivieri. Rumor is that that somewhere in 1930, Olivieri decided to put some beef into the standard hot dogs that he sold, instead of the usual sausage. A passing cab driver noticed this, and asked for a steak sandwich of his own. Soon, other cabbies began lining up at Olivieri’s stall demanding the same delicious sandwich.
In view of rising demand, Pat Olivieri opened up shop at 9th Street and Passyunk Avenue, and a Philadelphia icon was born. Today, Pat Olivieri’s shop is still selling cheesesteaks 24 hours a day. Pay a visit to Pat’s by taking your party bus down to Passyunk Avenue, and be prepared to wait in line. The line moves quickly, but you must be ready with your order, and your cash, by the time you reach the counter. Indecision and hesitation is frowned upon by both staff and customers.
Although Pat Olivieri is credited with inventing the steak sandwich, debate rages over who actually added the cheese to it, thus inventing the actual cheesesteak. A claim to this is forwarded by Geno’s Steaks. A 40 year battle has been waged between Geno’s and Pat’s for the title of best cheesesteak in Philly. Located just across the road from Pat Olivieri’s, Geno’s is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You can drop by for a cheesesteak whenever the urge hits you, but there is, like Pat’s usually a line.
A third rival to the title is Jim’s Steaks. You can find Jim’s in several locations in Philadelphia, but the one to go to is South Street. An aroma of frying onions greets you as you walk in the door. There is usually line stretching out of Jim’s and round the corner into 4th Street, but the wait is well worth it.
If your group is partying in Philadelphia, hire a party bus from Party Bus Philadelphia, and find out about our friendly, personalized service.

Friday, December 28, 2012

Saving And Maximizing Time With Party Bus Philadelphia


There are so many different nooks and corners in Philadelphia that it is hard for even the locals to say that they know the entire state of Philadelphia from one corner to the other. To sufficiently explore, understand and have fun in PA means at least a month's break from work – but how many of us have the luxury of taking that much time off work. But here's where Party Bus Philadelphia is different from the rest. We know exactly what to do to help you leverage on the time that you have.
First of all, you need to rent a bus or limousine from a company like Party Bus Philadelphia, a company that puts your needs and requirements ahead of financial gain. Then surf the internet for places that might be of interest to you. Take note that if you have kids or elderly people with you during the group tour, research a little bit about what might interest them during the trip. You can organize it with the charter bus or limousine rental company in such a way that you can drop the kids or elderly off at one destination, send another group to another destination, and then come pick the first group up and then the second.
A charter bus of sufficient size is extremely convenient, you will see.
It is typical of New England cities like Philadelphia to be so spacious, wide, delightful and interesting...like the Berkshire Mountain. Except for the unbearably cold winter months, Philadelphia locals love to head outdoors, especially to the east for Cape Cod. Activities like hiking, skiing, canoeing, kayaking, white water rafting, etc are popular outdoor entertainment for Party Bus Philadelphia customers. If you are lucky, you might even get to watch a whale out in a vessel in Provincetown.
For art and culture, get the Party Bus Philadelphia bus driver to bring you out to Bay State where international standard art museums, award-winning artwork, wonderful orchestra is housed. Of course, for the kiddy stuff, try the New England Aquarium which is always loads of fun for the kids.
Since PA is sometimes shrouded in cold days, during the summer, the locals don their shortest skirts, sandals and most comfortable clothes and head out in their rented charter buses to the Summer Music Festival.
As you can see, Philadelphia is not always about history...it's a lot about having fun and maximizing your time here. And speaking of maximizing your time, take the opportunity to find out how to you can save both time AND cost with Party Bus Philadelphia' buses and limos.

Thursday, December 27, 2012

Places to host a party in Philly


The holiday season is a coming and a lot of people will be holding festive parties in bars, restaurants and even in a party bus! If you’re lucky enough to live in Philadelphia but can’t for the life of you figure out where to host your guests who will be coming in to visit and how to get them all there then you need to plan your party bus party together with your charter bus or limo transport arrangements with Party Bus Philadelphia.
If your dining preferences run into the vegetarian side of things, then “Vedge” in the Washington Square West neighborhood, on Locust St. is one of the places you must consider. They have a full bar and a vegetarian menu that will have even the most cavemen of diners swooning in culinary ecstasy at your menu choices.
For a bit more of a Middle Eastern dining experience before the party bus event, try “Zahav” in the Society Hill neighborhood, at St. James Pl. They offer a full bar and their menu selections are so good that you’ll forget about the usual holiday favorites and create your own new holiday traditions with their mouth-watering gastronomic delights.
To cater for a variety of guests with a wide range of dining preferences, the “Fountain Restaurant” at the Penn Center, in the Art Museum District, Logan Square will answer all your needs. At the party bus visit, you will discover a whole new world of food featuring a menu that caters to all tastes ranging from vegetarian to full on meat lovers, their menu is classified as New American and their attentive staff epitomize professionalism.
Pork lovers rejoice, as “John’s Roast Pork” located in the Pennsport neighborhood on Snyder Ave. has the chops, steaks and sandwiches that will leave any pork addict satisfactorily sated and the Roast Pork with Sharp Provolone is said to be so good that adding any condiments to it would be a sine.
Keep things a little different and go the Tapas route at “Amada”, located in the Old City neighborhood on Chestnut St. The menu here offers amazing Spanish Tapas dishes. This hotspot for foreign tour bus visitors bring out the dishes as soon as they are prepared and the Sangrias are as yummy as they are deadly. Best part is restaurant is wheelchair accessible so bringing older or younger relatives and family pose no issue at all.
Now, all planning and no partying makes any Jack or Jill a dull person so book your festive party bus restaurant today, followed by all the tickets for your loved ones for a coach bus or limo ride with Party Bus Philadelphia and the festivities will begin before you know it.