4 Ideas for Fall Entertaining in Philadelphia

Proving that a vegan restaurant needn't be decked in earth tones, Charlie Was a Sinner is a bar first, vegan establishment second. The dark and alluring cocktail bar and lounge is evocative of the decadent headquarters of an imaginary secret society. The rich decor is finished with deep blues, dark wood paneling, reclaimed flooring, antique chandeliers, a brass bar top, and tufted velvet upholstery.

The Baker's Jar puts an unexpected twist on traditional desserts by serving pies, cakes, and puddings in Mason jars, which come in mini and regular sizes. For events, labels and frosting can be customized to match a company's logo or a party's color scheme.

Sabrina's Cafe, one of the city's most popular local mini chains, creates special brunch menus based on pop culture, events, news, and TV shows. The eatery tweaks its dishes to fit each theme, such as the Mr. Burns’s "eggcellent" breakfast with scrambled provolone eggs, sliced tomato, and grilled hot sausage and Homer’s stuffed French toast for The Simpsons-inspired specials.

Based in Philadelphia, Art in the Age offers 80-proof certified organic liquors infused with natural flavors from local produce. Each of the line's spirits—root (made with wild roots and herbs), snap (ginger snap), sage, and rhubarb tea—is made from whole organic ingredients that are macerated to capture maximum flavor and aroma.