Seasonal & Holidays
South Philadelphia Yule Log Racks Up YouTube Views, Spreads Holiday Cheer
"A lot of people consider this the heart of South Philly, so it means a lot to people," Trov said.
December 14, 2023
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- A South Philadelphia business owner is putting his own Philly-style twist on the yule log. He recorded a video of a burn barrel on 9th Street in the Italian Market while playing some classic Christmas carols. The video on YouTube has more than 24,000 views.
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"I was born in the 80s and grew up in the 90s," said Tony Trov, creator of the Philly Yule Log. A South Philadelphia native, he loves the nostalgia of Christmas past and takes pride in his roots.
"A lot of people consider this the heart of South Philly, so it means a lot to people," Trov said.
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