PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) — This week on FYI Philly, we have high fashion, towering fitness and elevated food on the menu. We also need the makers of an all-natural energy drink and go behind the scenes where history comes to life.
At the Ocho Supper Club inside the Rittenhouse Hotel, RJ Smith is serving Afro-Caribbean dishes with an 8-course dining experience overlooking the iconic Rittenhouse Square.
Smith is the mastermind and chef behind the supper club, running the restaurant while still a senior in college at Drexel University. The 21-year-old plans to graduate in June.
He started the supper club two years ago on campus with a table he bought on Facebook and a rotating menu. The opportunity to take it up a notch at Rittenhouse Hotel came when Scarpetta closed and the space was open until a new steak house moves in this summer.
The Ocho Supper Club is in residence until July, serving dinner every other Sunday.
Ocho Supper Club | Facebook | Instagram
210 West Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, Pa. 19103
Revell Hall was opened by Chef and owner Joseph Sergentakis, his first restaurant in historic Burlington, New Jersey.
There are two floors, each with a dining room that seats 60 and a bar that seats 30.
Chef Joseph describes the cuisine as eclectic and pays homage to the story of his culinary career. Cooking has led him to work across Europe and Asia, including Michelin-starred restaurants.
The popular dish, Tuna tartare, stems from Chef Joseph’s culinary experiences in Asia.
You can pair one of their signature cocktails, like the Whiskey Noir by beverage director Steve Mazuka, with your meal.
When Joseph returned to the States, he reconnected with his high school friend, Andrew Moreno, to open what is now Revell Hall. They hope to turn it into a destination for all occasions.
Revel Hall| Instagram | Facebook |
219 High St, Burlington, N.J. 08016
From Beverly Hills to Bryn Mawr, Rachelle Boutique and Designer Consignment has celebrity fashion for you to find. Owner Shelly Furman packs her store with top-of-the-line style from Chanel and Prada to Gucci and Louis Vuitton. She carries all the big names and some smaller designers that are trending. The store is a great way to find a treasure but also learn about the different brands.
The store has been in business for 13 years. Shelly works with consignors from Hollywood including A-list actors. She cannot divulge the consignor, but she says you have definitely seen many of them on TV.
She keeps an eye on Hollywood trends, especially come Oscar season when she knows people will come in shopping for red carpet looks.
Rachelle Boutique and Designer Consignment | Facebook | Instagram
839 1/2 Lancaster Avenue, Bryn Mawr, Pa. 19010
Movement Gym Fishtown has a new location in Fishtown. The rock climbing gym offers more than 200 different routes to climb with levels from beginner to expert.
The walls sky 41 feet into the air for top rope and lead rope climbs and there are smaller walls for bouldering.
The gym offers more than just rock climbing. Memberships include yoga classes, HIIT training, a full gym to workout and climbing-specific strength spaces.
It’s a full fitness addition to Philadelphia’s gym scene.
Movement Gym Fishtown | Facebook | Instagram
1700 North American Street, Philadelphia, Pa. 19122
Rick and Phil Migliarese started Balance Studios in 2002, after becoming world champion practioners of Gracie Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for over 30 years.
The brothers are born and bred Philadelphians from four generations of boxers, so fitness is in their blood. Now with three other entrepreneurs, the brothers are getting into the performance beverage business with Tatsu Tea.
The partners all met through the sport, but say the beverage is for anyone who wants to perform at the highest level of whatever it is they do.
They say Tatsu Tea is one of the first ready-to-drink beverages that’s fueled by matcha, a form of green tea.
The unique formula adds other healthy elements to the mix — electrolytes, vitamins, and minerals — and gives overall benefits of hydration, immunity, and performance.
For now the drink is available in gyms like City Fitness, plus independent retailers and restaurants, but a grocery store rollout is also in the works.
Tatsu Tea | Instagram | Facebook
Balance Studios HQ | Instagram
1314 Frankford Avenue Philadelphia, Pa. 19125
Historic Philadelphia, Inc. is the non-profit behind ‘Once Upon A Nation’ – a program that brings history to life using actors who train at The Benstitute.
Two types of actors appear in public performances throughout the historic district.
History makers stay in character of the people they portray, and are dressed in colonial costume. Storytellers dress in contemporary green shirts and khakis, and can be found at storytelling benches in the historic district.
The benches are semicircular and noted by lime green signs that say ‘Once Upon A Nation’.
The non-profit has been auditioning actors for these roles for 30 years now, but this year their work takes on special significance.
You can find out all the events planned for this summer in the current issue of The Historic Philadelphia Gazette, found either online, or in hard copy at the Independence Visitor Center.
Historic Philadelphia, Inc. | Instagram | Facebook
Victory Brewing Company is celebrating 30 years this year.
Visit Philadelphia is celebrating 250 years of America. Together they decided to make an anniversary beer to celebrate both occasions.
Philly First is an anniversary Ale featuring Philly-centric images on the can. The limited-edition brew celebrates the history of the city and the brewing company’s history of making beer.
Victory Brewing Company | Facebook | Instagram
1776 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, Pa. 19103
Philadelphia Ballet is performing “The Merry Widow” for the first time ever!
“Since I became artistic director I wanted to do this ballet, and finally it’s here,” says Angel Corella, Artistic Director of Philadelphia Ballet.
The Academy of Music will be transformed for the production.
“It’s a very big ballet with, you know, a lot of costumes,” he says. “Great sets, and of course, a beautiful love story.”
The company dances across lavish scenes, starting in the ballroom.
Corella says audiences will see twelve couples waltzing around the stage.
“It’s a very, very powerful, unusual ballet that people should not miss,” he says.
Philadelphia Ballet presents “The Merry Widow” March 5 – 15 at the Academy of Music.
“The Merry Widow” | Link to Tickets at the Academy of Music
Academy of Music, 240 S. Broad Street Philadelphia, Pa. 19102
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