Your Daily Guide

💰 Philly’s $6.8B Budgets Boosts Housings, Cuts Small Biz Breaks

After several town halls, hearings, and public testimony, Philly finally has a budget for the next fiscal year. But is everyone satisfied? City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri is joined by contributor Lauren Vidas to analyze how the mayor’s budget aligns with her campaign promises, where the tension is around taxes, and why two council members said the spending plan doesn’t do right for Philly. [🎧 City Cast Philly]

🏠 New Laws To Impact Renters and Landlords in Coming Weeks

The new laws cap rental application fees at $50 and mandate that certain landlords accept security deposits in installments. [WHYY]

🍜 Chef Behind Bella Vista’s Mawn Takes Home Prestigious Food Award

Congratulations are in order for Philly chef Phila Lorn, who won the James Beard Award for Emerging Chef. The City Cast Philly team visited Mawn just last Friday and can confirm it's worth the wait. Keep an eye out for Phila and his wife/business partner Rachel’s next venture, an oyster bar called Sao. [Eater]

• Related: If you have a hard time getting a table at Mawn, here are some essential restaurants in Philly that you must dine at. [🎧 City Cast Philly]

🥫 How To Fight Food Waste in Philly

Philly’s restaurant scene makes incredible food but unfortunately, not everything gets eaten. About 27% of food waste in the city comes from restaurants and caterers. Several local nonprofits and mutual aid groups are trying to combat food waste and the city’s growing food insecurity problem. And they can use your help. [🔒 Philly Mag]