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Esthetician Elizabeth Valucci offers skin care in a setting full of antiques, contemporary furniture and state-of-the-art technology.
A new face in town helps locals retain their glow
Stepping inside Elizabeth Valucci skin care is like being transported to a chic Paris apartment. That is the illusion of this beautifully-appointed spa at 7924 Germantown Ave. more
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James Miller is seen in his Chestnut Hill home with two of the books his new company, Chestnut Hill Press, has published in recent months.
At 78, publishing books after a lifetime of travel
After a lifetime of working in technology, with travel that took him all over Asia, James Whipple Miller started an improbable new career after settling in Chestnut Hill eight years ago.  He founded a publishing company. more
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Susan Jacobson, the immediate past chairperson of the Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce, founded a communications firm that now has 40 employees and dozens of high-profile corporate clients.
Hill business exec a major force in pandemic recovery
Chestnut Hill resident Susan Jacobson, recently selected by Gov. Josh Shapiro to be a member of his transition team, may well have done more than most to help Philadelphia recover from the pandemic. more
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Maryam Lavasani, owner of Salon Maryam, has been "heartbroken" by recent events in her native country, Iran. Photo by Carla Robinson
Local salon owner gets political
Salon owner Maryam Lavasani is hosting a life-sized sculpture of Mahsa Amini, the 22-year-old whose death at the hands of Iranian "morality police" has sparked worldwide protest. more
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Chef and restaurant owner Nabin Chhantyal opened Nirvana Indian Bistro in Chestnut Hill, showcasing a cuisine that reflects his Nepalese heritage.
Chestnut Hill welcomes Nirvana Indian Bistro
In the Hindu tradition, the Sanskrit word Nirvana means a “state of perfect happiness.” It’s also the name of the newest restaurant in Chestnut Hill. more
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A new decor is in store for Serendipity, said manager Kayle Egberts, manager of the place where locals go for sweatshirts, T-shirts, hoodies and baseball caps with Phillies, Eagles, Wissahickon, Chestnut Hill and Philadelphia logos.
Local business owners make retail resolutions for 2023
While most of us will make resolutions based on the numbers that show up on our bathroom scale or our credit card bill, one group that has higher goals in mind – the merchants of Chestnut Hill. more
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At George T. Hobe Antiques and Fine Art, 8407 Germantown Ave., every inch is chockablock with strange, odd, fascinating objects of all sizes, and Hobe has a compelling or humorous story to accompany each one.
A $200,000 windfall for local merchant's $50 purchase
If there is such a thing as a typical business owner in Chestnut Hill, George Hobe, owner of an art and antiques shop at 8407 Germantown Ave., is not it. more
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Chestnut Hill Sports will help shoppers find gifts for Philly sports fans.
Racing to buy a last minute gift? You’ll find it on the Hill
Maybe you made your list and checked it twice – only to discover that someone fell through the cracks. Not to worry. Chestnut Hill’s shopkeepers have you covered. more
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Jared Adkins, founder and owner of Char & Stave in Chestnut Hill and Bluebird Distilling in Phoenixville.
Ardmore’s newest whiskey bar comes to Chestnut Hill
Char & Stave, a café and cocktail bar in Ardmore, has opened a pop-up holiday shop in Chestnut Hill at the corner of Germantown and Highland avenues – which is also where it plans to open full time next spring.  more
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Yana Donaldson and Alyssa Weinfurtner look at jewelry at the Black Soul Block Party in Germantown on Saturday.
Small Business Saturday lifts Germantown culture
Germantown business leaders launched the shopping season with multiple Small Business Saturday events. more
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These hand-made pieces of jewelry will be at the show. They were created by Jennifer Kerper, a Roxborough native with a BFA in jewelry and metalsmithing from Tyler School of Art.
Water Tower Craft Show returning after 5-year hiatus
For more than 30 years, organizers hosted a holiday craft show every December at the Water Tower Recreation Center, connecting dozens of artisans from the Philadelphia area with shoppers. Now it's coming back. more
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Jewelry at Woodmere Art Museum holiday gift shop
Local artists and artisans on display for the holiday
Northwest Philadelphia has a long history of supporting its artists and craftsmen, especially during this season of giving and gifting. Our community is enriched by their presence. more
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Sean Williams co-owns the bakery with his wife, Jennifer Low.
The Frosted Fox bakery outwits the pandemic
When the pandemic first hit in early 2020, The Frosted Fox Cake Shop followed the city’s mandate and closed its doors – but by June, they were back in business.  more
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Shopping locally is more crucial than ever
Want to live in a community that has plenty of charming stores nearby? Shopping locally is the best way you can make sure you do.  more
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The Christmas season is the perfect time to dress up in festive holiday fashion.
Chestnut Hill gets you dressed for the holidays
‘Tis the season to put on the glitz. Whether you are looking for a special accessory or a head-turning dress, the shops of Chestnut Hill offer the selection and service you will not find anywhere else. more
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Thursday, Nov. 10 is opening day for Amanda and Arthur de Bruc’s newest Chestnut Hill restaurant, Matines Cafe.
Matines Café brings a touch of Paris to Chestnut Hill
Amanda and Arthur de Bruc brought more than a little bit of France with them when they landed here in Chestnut Hill to open their charming new restaurant, Matines Café, across the street from … more
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Dr. Yasmina Wright has opened her pediatric dentistry practice on West Highland Avenue in Chestnut Hill.
Pediatric dentist opens a new Chestnut Hill practice
Dr. Yasmina Wright was in the third grade the first time she had a thought that would one day lead her to become a dentist.  more
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Between Friends co-owner Claudia Averette displays breezy silk tunic.
Young, old and everything in between
When Atiya Smith first announced her plan to open a women’s fashion boutique in Chestnut Hill, her mother, Claudia Averett, would not hear of it.  But Smith did what many daughters do, and pushed forward anyway. more
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Store manager Lindsey Kiska works to reopen the store in time for the Christmas shopping season.
Down but not out: El Quetzal reopens
Nearly three months after a catastrophic fire ripped through the historic Hiram Lodge in the heart of Chestnut Hill’s business district, destroying El Quetzal, the store is reopening. more
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Now, and then: Store owner Brian Reisman opened the store with his son, Sean, 20 years ago, and is now celebrating two decades in business.
20 years for Hill music store even surprises its owner
Brian Reisman never thought his business would last 20 years when he opened Hideaway Music Store. more
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