Han Dynasty, the suburban Szechuan duopoly that got two bells from Craig LaBan in the spring, is opening at 108 Chestnut St. in Old City, where Joe Poon recently was. Owner Han Chiang (at right), who will keep his spots in Exton and Royersford, is targeting mid-December. He hopes to get a liquor license next year.
Tuesday (11/17) saw the opening of Percy Street Barbecue at 900 South St., in the wide storefront that was Crescent City. Concept from Michael Solomonov and Steve Cook (Zahav and Xochitl) and chef Erin O'Shea features meats sold by the pound, and beers sold by the pint, half-gallon, and gallon in a Texas roadhouse design by Elisabeth Knapp (Zahav). Menu and particulars here.
Moments ago (11/18), Hawthornes began rolling out the barrel at 11th and Fitzwater in South Philly. See details here.
Hunan in Ardmore, struck by a fire Oct. 27, will be closed longer than previously believed. It's now only in the insurance-adjuster phase. Besides the kitchen repairs, it will need a new sewer line and fire sprinkler system.
Today's word is truffles. You've seen my post from Monday about Barclay Prime's purchase of a $4,100 white truffle. While chef Jim LoCascio figures out what to do with it, chew on this:
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