Her Philly

A lifestyle blog for young women dining, shopping, playing & living in the city of Philadelphia.

Insta-Month: A Look Back {February}

Most people end February by remarking on how quickly it flew by . . . however I am actually impressed with how much I got in this month! From birthdays, apartment hunting, and of course my trip to Disney World (pictures coming soon!), I felt like I made the most out of our shortest month.

Wing bowl via Her PhillyVintage finds at Wardrobe Boutique in Philadelphia via Her Philly

My office’s own version of Wing Bowl // Thrifted finds from a Philly Style Bloggers‘ event

Prabal Gurung For Target® Dressing Room via Her PhillyMinnie Mouse mug via Her Philly

Inside the dressing room while shopping Prabal Gurung For Target® // Pre-vacation coffee

Navy & Gold Bangle from Per Lei Boutique in Media via Her PhillyBensalem Sushi via Her Philly

Amaaaazing prize from a twitter giveaway gifted from Per Lei Boutique // A birthday gift of sushi!

The most beautiful view while apartment shopping in PhiladelphiaHummus, pita and veggies at Opa Philadelphia via Her Philly

Apartment hunting with an amazing view // Noms at my new favorite Greek restaurant, Opa

Tea Tree line by the Body Shop via Her PhillyRita's Philadelphia is Open via Her Philly

The Body Shop goodies gifted from a Trend Hungry contest // The best email I received all month!

And yes, I’ve obviously already been to Rita’s. 🙂 Hope you had a great February!

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Talk Dothraki To Me {My Game of Thrones Obsession}

I remember the day my sister introduced me to HBO’s Game of Thrones. It was a Sunday, and I watched six episodes that day – that’s six hours of falling in true love. I have been obsessed ever since.

On Friday, HBO released the trailer for Season 3. It looks amazing, and I am counting down the days until I get to see Khaleesi and the crew back in action.

I’ve been loving the song that’s played in the first few seconds. Here it is, in case you’re loving it too.

Do you watch Game of Thrones? If so, please, please comment, so we can talk about it for hours on end together 🙂 If not, what TV show do you get your craziest over?

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Insta-Month: A Look Back {January}

January. Was. BUSY! Between Restaurant Week, trips back to my parents’ house, friend visits and, of course, work, I’ve been swamped! February is already going wonderfully with an awesome Philly Style Blogger event (more on that later!), a Joe Flacco Super Bowl win, and packing for my upcoming trip to Disney World!

Anthropologie sale room in Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia     New puppy Ellie 

A little slice of Philly heaven: the Anthropologie sale room // Making a quick visit to WCU to see Ellie!

Broccoli, cous cous, tofu and soy sauce    Birthday cake at Iron Hill in Wilmington, DE

Broccoli, cous cous, tofu & soy sauce nommy lunch // Celebrating the DOB of my college roomie Ashley

Margaritas at El Vez in Philadelphia    Modeling by Tara

One of many margaritas at El Vez during Restaurant Week // Taking some model shots of my co-worker Tara

Wings, fries and chicken fingers from Curran's near Philadelphia     Jordan and baby Caroline  

Our office version of “Wing Bowl” … just yum. // Jordan & the cutest baby in the city of Philadelphia, Caroline

How was your first month of 2013? xx

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That time I was in Philadelphia Magazine {sort of…}

One of the first things I did when I moved to Philly was obviously subscribe to Philadelphia Magazine. My parents subscribed to the magazine while I was growing up & I would always page through, daydreaming of my future life in the big city!

I read the magazine religiously every month, sometimes not all in one sitting, but I always genuinely enjoy its content. Being the social media gal I am, I usually tweet along with @PhillyMag on twitter, commenting on my favorite articles & photos. In November, the magazine (I have since thrown out the issue & can’t remember the author) wrote a great story about Philadelphia 76ers CEO Adam Aron. In true “Philadelphian” fashion, I was eating a cheesesteak while reading … so I decided to tweet about it.

After a tweet back from Philly Mag about including my tweet in their “letters to the editor” page and one month later, imagine my happiness when I opened the December issue…

philadelphia magazine december 2012

And this happened:

emily tharp philadelphia magazine december 2012

O.M.G! Talk about prime real estate! And so, my first (of hopefully many) 5 minutes of Philadelphia fame had arrived.

What was the first thing you did in the city that made you feel like a true Philadelphian? xx

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Insta-Month: A Look Back {December}

I always love Philadelphia during the winter. Something about bundling up to get some fresh air and still being able to walk everywhere you need to go has always appealed to me. This month, despite some minor sickness(es), has been a good one – filled with friends, family & celebrating. Here is a peek at my December:

get well soon flowers from boyfriend in philly    the prettiest street in philadelphia

Gorgeous fresh “get well soon flowers” from the BF // My favorite Philadelphia street ever (do you recognize it?)

philadelphia macy's christmas holiday light show in philly    apple pie and vanilla bean ice cream at little pete's in philadelphia

Macy’s Christmas Light Show  // The yummiest apple pie & vanilla bean ice cream at Little Pete’s

my family on christmas eve    chopsticks & champagne on new year's eve at sampan in philadelphia

Looking festive with my family on Christmas Eve // Chopsticks & champagne at Sampan on New Year’s Eve

How was your December? Hope everyone had a lovely New Year’s Eve, and cheers to 2013!

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Christmas Eve Blessings

I love being home for the holidays. The longer I am living away from home, the more and more I appreciate the house I grew up in. So, as we spend the week eating, drinking and enjoying each other’s company, I had a little time to reflect on the things I feel very blessed to have this season.Christmas Tree!

  • An amazing family who I love spending time with.
  • My wonderful boyfriend who can always make me laugh and put a smile on my face.
  • My awesome career, in a fabulous industry. It doesn’t hurt that I also have literally the best co-workers on the planet.
  • A bunch of friendships I have continued from high school & college with a great group of caring, intelligent & hilarious women.
  • A cute little apartment in the city I love, and an opportunity to share all of my explorations with you!

I found this video during one of my usual YouTube marathons, and it made me smile.

Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays! XOXO

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Insta-Month: A Look Back {November}

Pulled pork, corn and coleslaw     UDel Blue Hens tailgate

Pulled pork, corn & coleslaw ala Chef Jordan // University of Delaware football tailgate with my sister

Feeding giraffes at Naples Zoo     Reading Game of Thrones in the sun!

Feeding giraffes on vacation at the Naples Zoo // A peek at one of my more relaxing vacation days

Bonita Beach, FL Sunset     Philadelphia blogger

A no-filter sunset at Bonita Beach // Pre-Thanksgiving dinner couple shot

Chilly Philadelphia Eagles game     Weekend brunch at Marathon Grill

Bundled up before a very cold Eagles game // Delicious brunch specials & mimosas @ Marathon Grill

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Welcome to Her Philly!

Welcome to Her Philly! This blog has been in the back of my mind since I moved to the area in June 2011. I was always looking for a place that featured cheap date ideas, unique local merchandise, and the answer to all of my burning Philly questions. So, Her Philly was born!

 

I hope you like my posts, and I look forward to talking to each of you!

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