Can a 15-acre refrigerator save Southwest Philly — and revolutionize the way we eat?
by A.D. AmorosiIn just a few weeks, many in the region will see the fruit of their
labors: the Philadelphia Wholesale Produce Market (PWPM), a
years-in-construction, decade-in-the-works, state-of-the-art wholesale
produce distribution center that will be, depending on how you measure
it, the biggest or second biggest in the country.
The Three Musketeers (The Later Years)Through Jan. 9, $35-$45, People's Light & Theatre Co., 39 Conestoga Road, Malvern, 610-644-3500,
peopleslight.org. by Mark CoftaThis holiday (but not Christmas-themed) tradition incorporates English
panto elements with an award-winning creative team's theatrical excellence.
The UnderstudyThrough Jan. 30, $36-$65, Wilma Theater, 265 S. Broad St., 215-546-7824,
wilmatheater.org. by Mark CoftaRebeck's acerbic wit shines in
The Understudy, a clash of stage, screen and literature
Michael Peterson's "Evolution/Revolution" by Deni KasrelViewing "Evolution/Revolution" is like
seeing a mini-encapsulation of innovations in the field of fine-art wood
turning in the last two decades.
MatutoWed., Jan. 5, 8 p.m., $10-$13, with Dangermuffin and Cabinet, World Café Live, 3025 Walnut St., 215-222-1400,
worldcafelive.com. by Mary Armstrong"I've been super blessed. I've had a lot of amazing opportunities this year — and I'm hoping for more."
Drive-By TruckersSat., Jan. 1, 9 p.m., $30-$35.25, TLA, 334 South St., 215-922-1011,
livenation.com. by Eric SchumanMake sure you roll out of bed in time to catch the return of the Drive-By Truckers.
Dragon KingSun., Jan. 2, 8 p.m., $8, with Nico's Gun and Hop Along, Kung Fu Necktie, 1250 N. Front St., 215-291-4919,
kungfunecktie.com. by John VetteseDominic Angelella tends to sprint from one project to the next, but Dragon King is one he could stand to linger on for a while.
Ladyfingers/Low Cut ConnieFri., Dec. 31, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., $20, with DJ Swampmeat, Old Swedes' Church, 916 S. Swanson St., 646-284-4535,
facebook.com/lowcutconnie. by A.D. AmorosiIn the guise of the dire doo-wopping Ladyfingers, has hiccupped and pleaded
his way through an array of spooky rockabilly-based songs.
dadaFri., Dec. 31, 9 p.m., $40-$45, with The Energy, North Star Bar, 2639 Poplar St., 215-787-0488,
northstarbar.com. by Eric SchumanYou might know them only for their darkly melodic "Dizz Knee
Land," but dada have been reunited and power-popping it up for a few
years now.
Wu-Tang Clan/Alien ArchitectThu., Dec. 30, 10 p.m., $41.50-$44, with DJ Image, Trocadero, 1003 Arch St., 215-922-6888,
thetroc.com. by A.D. AmorosiThese days, Wu-Tang doesn't sport the dangerous allure or the weird éclat they had in their start.
Minette MenAlong for a ride to the James Beard House with Bistrot La Minette's Peter Woolsey.
by Drew LazorIn the unfathomably cold early-morning hours of Wed., Dec. 22, I was
kidnapped out of a dark alley by a gang of rowdy, foul-mouthed chefs.
And I have lived to tell the tale.
Châu BellaREVIEW: Café Châu
by Adam EraceSlight of stature and sweet as Vietnamese coffee, Chau Troung is a tripe charmer in
a junior-size sweatsuit, and I don't know where her house-special beef
pho has been all my life.
Feeding FrenzyRestaurants opening, closing and pending
by Drew LazorTyson Bees | The Corner | The Dandelion | Christopher Lee | Schlesinger's
Agenda Picks:
Anti-War Gathering by Eric SchumanThough they're outspoken and active against many kinds of political
wrongdoings, Philly Against War's latest gathering gets back to the
group's roots.

IcepackAmorosi on the news, nightlife, gossip and bitchiness beats.
by A.D. AmorosiMy three New Year's resolutions? To start smoking again. To vote "yes"
rather than CasiNO when asked because, man, I really hate that my South
Philly ain't getting a Foxwoods. And to kill animals then say I'm sorry and get a great job without
worrying about remorse or consequence.
Agenda Picks:
New Year's Eve on IceFri., Dec. 31, 5-7 p.m. and 11 p.m.-1 a.m., $20 (party)-$30 (party and skating), Blue Cross RiverRink at Penn's Landing, Columbus Boulevard and Spring Garden Street, 215-923-6533,
riverrink.com. by Josh MiddletonWhile the sky's warming up with all the sparkle, you can keep it chilly
down below at River Rink's 17th annual New Year's Eve on Ice soirée.