Philly Mag's 'Best Of' Lists Show Ardmore Love

ARDMORE, PA — It's that time of year again, when Philadelphia Magazine tells us about the best business and more in and around Philadelphia.

The magazine released its annual "Best of Philadelphia" list recently, marking 50 years of the list.

And this year, Ardmore got shout-outs in four categories, with two local businesses being named in one category.

First up is Wallace Dry Goods.

The business located at 1 W. Lancaster Ave. was named the "Best N/A Bottle Shop" in the "Food & Drink" category by the magazine.

Here's what they said about Wallace Dry Goods:

Robin Cummiskey has created more than just a bottle shop — it’s a community hub redefining how we socialize. Whether you’re sober or sober-curious, the tastings, events and classes at Wallace Dry Goods are a welcoming place to learn more about flavorful alternatives. Boozeless spirits, alcohol-free wine: Whatever you need to elevate your abstinence, you’ll find it here.

The Candy Lab at 22 East Lancaster Ave. won "Best Kids' Parties" in the "Fun & Games" category.

Philly Mag highlighted the business's dual functionality of making and eating candy as a great place for kids to celebrated birthdays and more.

This year's "Best Modern Design Queen" is Randi Edelman of REMY Creative.

Check out what the magazine said about REMY Creative:

The portfolio of Ardmore-based interior designer Randi Edelman is a study in modern style: a high-contrast palette of crisp whites and dramatic blacks, heaping splashes of bold wallpaper, and tons of funky lighting and accessories. Her expert eye for design isn’t surprising: Edelman spent years in the fashion industry before opening­ her boutique firm four years ago.

Two Ardmore businesses were also featured in the "Shopping & Style" category.

One is Pilot / Powell at 32 Parking Plaza and the other is American Trench, 15 East Lancaster Ave.

Pilot / Powell's offerings include pieces from Christian Wijnants and Marie Lichtenberg and denim from Agolde set it apart from other retailers, securing it the "Best New Womenswear Boutique" award.

American Trench was awarded "Best Mesnwear."

Here's what the magazine said about American Trench:

This brand first earned our praise in 2017 for their namesake Ventile­ fabric trench, but since broadening­ their horizons with even more menswear items — plus a few things for women — such as hats, heavyweight hoodies, and socks seen on the likes of Bad Bunny, and opening a brick-and-mortar in Ardmore, the company has garnered our attention yet again. We’re fans of its transparent sourcing practices (all of its products are made in America, though materials may be sourced elsewhere) and attention to quality, like that 100 percent cotton Panama cloth shirt we’ll be wearing the rest of summer.

See the full list from Philadelphia Magazine online here.