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Bold flavors around Philly and Restaurant Week preview

Tuesday, February 19, 2019

Here's a sneak peek at the Feb. 16 episode of FYI Philly.

This week on FYI Philly we've got a full menu of fun to choose from. With new restaurants featuring bold flavors and a one-of-a-kind social club with an impressive array of amenities. We learn the benefits of Greenhouse Yoga, take a look inside the Party Barn trend and round up some culturally diverse activities in the area. Plus, we preview Atlantic City Restaurant Week and give you a chance to win passes. FYI Philly airs Saturday at 7p and Sunday night after Action News.

Alicia Vitarelli rounds up three new spots to enjoy a good meal in and around Philly.

New Restauranrs and eats

Alicia Vitarelli runs down three new spots around the city serving their brand of fun food for the region.

Chatayee Thai | Instagram

1227 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107

Hash House A Go Go | Facebook

400 RT 38 #1375, Moorestown, N.J. 08057

Cry Baby Pasta

627 S 3rd St, Philadelphia, PA 19147

It's a lifestyle club and Melissa Magee got to tour the new digs.

A trip inside the Fitler Club

Melissa Magee heads over to Fitler Club, a lifestyle concept housing all your social, wellness and business needs under one roof - with incredible amentities. And they've got a celebrity chef up their sleeve.

Fitler Club | Instagram

2400 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103

There's a new restaurant along Baltimore Avenue run by three women who are "Makin it in Philly".

Makin it in Philly: Bookers Trifecta

There's a new spot for dinner and brunch on Baltimore Avenue, run by three women - where the owner, the GM, and the executive chef are all women of color! It just might be the coolest 'triumvirate' in Philly!

Bookers Restaurant & Bar | Facebook

5021 Baltimore Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19143

Aksum Cafe | Facebook

4630 Baltimore Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19143

Here's a preview of some of the fun flavors you'll be able to find at this year's AC Restaurant Week.

Atlantic City Restaurant Week

Karen Rogers previews some of the flavors you can experience at this year's Atlantic City Restaurant Week.

Atlantic City Restaurant Week | Facebook

March 3-8: More than 80 participating restaurants

The Fairmount Park Conservancy is offering greenhouse yoga and each class is like a little tropical escape.

Greenhouse Yoga

Feeling the winter blues? The Fairmount Park Conservancy is offering greenhouse yoga and each class is like a little tropical escape. When the weather turns warm, the classes move outside by the reflecting pool Classes are $15 for non-members but if you become a member, you can take the classes for free and participate in more than 50 free events in the park throughout the year from hikes to summer garden tours. Higher membership levels include discounts to park attractions like Philadelphia Zoo.

Greenhouse Yoga | Facebook

Fairmount Park Horticulture Center

100 N. Horticulture Drive, Philadelphia, PA 19131

The flower show is just a few days away and that's a sure sign that spring is just around the corner.

Philly Flower Show Preview

This year's Flower Show is all about the power of flowers and parties. Karen Rogers rounds up the Flower Show festivities.

PHS Philadelphia Flower Show: The Power of Flowers | Homepage

March 2-10

Pennsylvania Convention Center

1101 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107

Preview Party Gala | Party info

Friday, March 1, 7 p.m.

Flowers After Hours | Info

Saturday, March 2, 8:30-11:30 p.m.

Tickets are $75 in advance and $85 at the door; admission includes exclusive access to the Philadelphia Flower Show exhibits AFTER the Show has closed to the public.

Fido Friday/Woofstock | Info

Friday, March 8, 6-9 p.m.

The Grand Hall (Dogs are also welcome to explore the Show floor). Dogs enter free, but must be accompanied by a ticketed human.

Potting Parties | Parties

Daily in the Gardener's Studio

Saturday, March 2 - 1:30 pm and 6 pm

Sunday, March 3 - 1:30 pm and 7:30 pm

Monday thru Friday, March 4-8 - 5:30 pm and 7:00 pm

Saturday, March 9 - 1:30 pm and 7:30 pm

Sunday, March 10 - 10:00 am and 3:00 pm

FTD World Cup 2019

March 1-3 at the Philadelphia Flower Show

2019 Cup

While several rounds of competition will be held on the Flower Show floor, the semi-finals & Finals will be held in the Pennsylvania Convention Center Ballroom

FTD World Cup Semi Finals Reception

Saturday, March 2, 7:30 - 9:30 pm ($60.00)

*Includes AIFD design demonstration, announcement of competition semi-finalists, coffee and dessert. Cash bar available.

FTD World Cup Finals Gala Dinner - Sunday, March 3, 5 - 10 pm ($250.00)

*Includes cocktail reception, plated three-course dinner, entertainment, FTD World Cup finals competition and announcement of Interflora World Cup Champion. Cash bar available. Cocktail Attire Suggested.

Experiences

We picked some top ideas for your home from the Philly Home + Garden Show.

Philly Home + Garden Show Party Barn

The Painted Home | Facebook

(215) 896-6076

Philly Home & Garden Show

Philly Home & Garden Show | Facebook

Feb. 15-17

Greater Philadelphia Expo Center at Oaks, Oaks, PA

Pennsylvania Ballet set to re-stage the classic 'Giselle'. Karen Rogers reports during Action News at 7 a.m. on February 17, 2019.

Pennsylvania Ballet Giselle

The Pennsylvania Ballet is kicking off its spring season with the re-staging of a world classic. The Ballet performs Giselle March 7-17 at the Academy of Music. Karen Rogers has a preview.

Pennsylvania Ballet: Giselle | Twitter

Academy of Music

240 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19102