Eating my way through Philadelphia

Philadelphia has long been one of my favorite U.S. cities—artsy and edgy with memorably good restaurants. But it wasn't until I had to report on it for Endless Vacation that I did all the touristy things like taking the (tiny) elevator to the top of City Hall (totally worth it for 360-degree views) and touring Independence Hall and the new National Constitution Center. My favorite meal this time?  I'd say it was either the chef's menu at Tinto or the Mexican feast (with fresh guacamole) at Xochitl...though the buttery fusilli with fava beans, mint, and pecorino I had at Marc Vetri's Osteria was also divine.   Read more here.