Still looking to nab something for a loved one? Here are some ways to give the gift of a Philly experience to whoever is still on your list.
My Local Brew Works
For the beer enthusiast in your life, this local brewery is offering its popular Custom Craft Brewing Package, which gives an in-depth look into the craft brewing process from start to finish. Philadelphians will be able to get involved with everything, from choosing the grain to designing the label (participants can be as hands-on or off as desired).
Entry starts at $120 per person (price depends on certain factors), and the experience includes a tour of the vicinity, lunch, a parting gift and more over a 6-hour period (if you opt-in for the full experience). Those interested in learning more about the custom brewing process can reserve a brew day by emailing beer@mylocalbrewworks.com. More information can be found online.
4501 Torresdale Ave., mylocalbrewworks.com
Urban Farmer
Foodies will enjoy The Butcher’s Block experience from Urban Farmer, which offers a “hands-on culinary adventure.” As a release notes, guests will be seated just steps away from the kitchen, where Chef Sonny Ingui will personally guide them through a private tour of the kitchen and butcher shop. Along the way, chef will share insider knowledge on the restaurant’s house-grown mushroom program and offer an in-depth look at the meticulous dry aging process that enhances the flavors of Urban Farmer’s signature steaks.
All preparation and cooking for the dinner portion will then be done table-side, and each reservation is for a maximum of two couples (to keep it as immersive as possible). The experience is available every Thursday with two seatings at 5:30 and 8 p.m. and comes out to be around $350 per couple. Booking can be done online.
1850 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, mylocalbrewworks.com
48 Record Bar
Philadelphians can gift their loved ones a Record of the Month Membership at Old City’s 48 Record Bar. The annual promotion runs for $40 a month, and includes a hand-selected album of the month with special-edition liner notes, plus first access to all ticketed 48 Record Bar events. Membership also includes a standing invitation to Members Only Nights, a rewards program, a membership card, and access to the monthly newsletter and quarterly printed zine. More info can be found online.
48 S. Second St., 48recordbar.com
Ghost Light Inn
There are a few ways to gift an experience to a loved one through New Hope’s Ghost Light Inn. Just a short drive away from the city, locals can opt for a Romantic Indulgence or a Stay and Play Package.
The former includes a chilled bottle of premium French Champagne, an arrangement of 12 red roses, a gourmet charcuterie board, chocolate covered strawberries, breakfast pastries and a gift card valued at $150 for the hotel’s in-house restaurant, Stella of New Hope. The latter on the other hand includes two tickets to a play at the historic Bucks County Playhouse (located directly next door to the hotel, a bottle of premium French champagne, a fresh fruit platter, gourmet charcuterie board, and a $150 Stella of New Hope gift card.
Both options can be booked online.
50 S Main St., ghostlightinn.com
