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Client News: Smokin' Betty's Adds New Entrees and Seasonally-Inspired Drinks to Menu

As the cooler days of fall set in, Smokin’ Betty’s (located at the northwest corner of 11^th and Sansom streets ) adds hearty fare and seasonally-inspired libations to keep things warm and cozy.  Executive Chef Artt Ward continues to push the envelope of “comfort food” by preparing three new lunch and dinner plates that would truly make your Mama proud.   In the bar, Mama toasts Ward’s new classics with three house crafted cocktails that join an already robust beverage menu.  

Additions to the daily lunch and dinner menu include:

• Roasted Turkey Platter features carved turkey breast, southern style gravy, homemade cranberry sauce, classic stuffing and whipped sweet potatoes
• Marinated Grilled Vegetable Risotto with parmesan cheese, balsamic reduction and pesto drizzle
• Braised Short Rib served with creamy cheddar polenta, red wine sauce and green beans

Cocktails joining the drink menu include:

• Gin-ger Appletini – Gilby’s gin, apple juice, ginger beer and cinnamon apples
• Artt Ward 8 – Jameson, orange juice, fresh lemon and grenadine
• Bittersweet – Absolut Citron, Rhuby liquor, orange marmalade, fresh lemon and bitters

Existing Betty’s classics that will also warm up a crisp day include the famous Tur-Duck-En Burger with homemade stuffing and hearty homemade chili with cornbread. 

Smokin’ Betty’s is open for lunch Monday through Friday from 11:00am to 4:00pm. Dinner runs Monday and Tuesday from 4:00pm to 10:00pm; Wednesday and Thursday from 4:00pm to 11:00pm; and Friday and Saturday from 4:00pm to Midnight.  Brunch runs on Saturdays and Sundays from 10:00am to 3:00pm. Betty’s bar is open late night.   For more information call (215) 922-6500, visit www.smokinbettys.com , follow on Twitter (@smokinbettys ) or like “Smokin Betty’s” on Facebook.com. 

Client News: Smokin' Betty's Fires Up the Grill for Debut of Beer Garden at Fall Festival

Something new is cookin’ at this year’s Midtown Village Fall Festival! Smokin’ Betty’s will debut a new beer garden this Saturday, October 6, 2012, from 12:00pm to 8:00pm on the block of St. James Place between 12 and 13th streets. The grills will be fired up for a specially priced menu featuring BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwiches and BBQ Combos (wings and ribs) for $5.00. Free red velvet cupcakes will reward the early birds, while supplies last. These American classics will be paired with seasonal brews from Brooklyn Brewery (Post Road Pumpkin Ale and Lager), Evil Genius Brewing Company (Trick or Treat Chocolate Pumpkin Porter and Hunchback Hefeweizen), Saranac Brewing Company (Pumpkin Ale and White IPA) and Yards Brewing Company (Extra Special Ale and India Pale Ale). Wear your fall finest denim and plaid for a chance to win prizes and be featured on “Smokin Betty’s” Facebook page.

After Fall Festival is over, head from pumpkin patch to the dining room. Enjoy dinner or a fall cocktail at Smokin’ Betty’s main location at 116 S. 11th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107. For information about Smokin’ Betty’s call (215) 922-6500, visit www.smokinbettys.com , follow @smokinbettys on Twitter or like “Smokin Betty’s” on Facebook.com. For more information about Fall Festival visit www.midtownvillage.org .

About Smokin’ Betty’s
Smokin’ Betty’s, located at the NW Corner of 11th and Sansom, offers upscale American comfort food complimented by 16 rotating craft drafts, house crafted cocktails and daily menu additions paired with weekend brunch and daily happy hour. One of Philly’s favorite spots for burgers and BBQ ribs, Betty’s strives to push the envelope of “comfort food” and preparing plates that would truly make your Mama proud. Smokin' Betty's is located in the heart of trendy Midtown Village and Center City District, located just three blocks from the Pennsylvania Convention Center, across the street from Jefferson Hospital and around the corner from two of Philadelphia's most historic theater district. With close proximity to public transportation, major highways, rail lines, and parking it’s never been easier to visit!