I’d like to consider myself a foodie, especially when I lived in Philadelphia for four years while completing my undergraduate degree at Drexel University. Philly is one of the greatest cities for good food, and I ate that up (literally) in my time living there. Since I moved back into the suburbs, I’ve made it a point to get to the city to return to my favorite yummy spots and explore new ones.

This past weekend I finally had time in my busy schedule (doesn’t that sound crazy these days?) to make my way into the city. My friends and I, who live all over the Tri-State area now, find Philly to be the best meeting spot between us. Now it was Mother’s Day weekend, so we were turned down from a few favorites, including Talula’s Garden and Harper’s Garden, due to full capacity. Finally, we were able to secure a reservation at the famous Moshulu, a floating restaurant built into a historic ship that sits on the Delaware River waterfront in Penn’s Landing. I had never been, so I was quite excited to spend my Saturday morning on board!

The ambience was chic and Instagrammable. We were able to get fun photos with the water in the background and enjoy a unique view while we sipped mimosas and cappuccinos. I ordered the lobster bisque as an appetizer; it was delivered and poured right in front of me, followed by mini waffles topped with banana and whipped cream. The bacon may have been my favorite part, though.

The food in Philadelphia never disappoints, and Moshulu was no exception. I will definitely be back, but not before I can get into the famous Suraya, a popular Lebanese café that never has any open reservations. Until then, bon appétit, Philly!

— Haley Fogarty, account executive