Streets of Philadelphia

A photo from this weekend's quick sojourn to Philly. I didn't see any ladies in bonnets (except for those working at the Pennsylvania Dutch bakeries), but this is just one example remnant of the city's former glory. I discovered many leftovers from its days of high society, including a 1780s pianoforte from London (with all the original ivories!) in the historical home of Dr. Physick, inventor of soda.

Now playing: Music by Philadelphia composer (and R. Serkin grandson) David Ludwig from instant encore.

Now eating: Leftover cha-soba from last night's dinner at Morimoto (the original...and it's purportedly better than the Chelsea location). I also had a lovely experience at another Stephen Starr restaurant, Alma de Cuba.