Cara Jo Castellino
Spotter since 2015
About me
About me
I am a photographer living in the Fishtown section of Philadelphia. I am extremely passionate about good food, singing, antiques, going on adventures with friends, and loving my cats.
I grew up near Philadelphia, and after attending college in Savannah, GA, moved to Philadelphia to pursue my career. Trying new and different foods is my vice, and has thus lead me to an array of travel experiences.
Why Philadelphia?
Philadelphia is truly the city of "Brotherly Love". Full of dozens of small neighborhoods and parks packed together, each section of Philadelphia is full of people who are passionate, real, and offer a wide variety of different life-styles and cultures that melt together to create a strong community that loves its city.
From its renowned museums, bustling sports arenas, intimate music venues, to the restaurants that make it one of the top "foodie" cities in America, Philadelphia has so much to offer, you will find yourself coming back for more, more than once.
Where can you find me online?
Professional website & blog
My spots (19)
Mummers Day Parade
Glitter, feathers & fun
The Philadelphia "Mummers Day Parade" is a historical sensation of string bands, sequins and feathers. It's an official New Year's Day custom!
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Cara
Jo Castellino
La Colombe
Coffee, bread, food, rum
"La Colombe" in Philadelphia is a unique coffee roasting company, a full-scale cafe and bakery! There's so much I could recommend here...
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Cara
Jo Castellino
North 3rd
Food & bar
"North 3rd" Philadelphia is a colorful space with a dark attitude. This restaurant has a happy hour and dinner, but my favorite time to go is brunch...
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Cara
Jo Castellino
The Franklin
Mortgage & Investment Co.
"The Franklin" Philadelphia is located in a Rittenhouse basement, serving pre-prohibition style punch and cocktails in a speakeasy bar atmosphere...
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Cara
Jo Castellino
Heritage
Restaurant & jazz bar
"Heritage" is my new favorite go-to Philadelphia restaurant to take family, guests and visitors. Every week night there's also live jazz!
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Cara
Jo Castellino
Jinxed
Vintage furnishings & collectibles
"Jinxed" is my favorite store in Philadelphia. It's a second hand shop with an eclectic mix of vintage houseware etc. Be quick or you'll regret it!
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Cara
Jo Castellino
Oyster House
Seafood & raw bar
"Oyster House" Philadelphia (est. 1947) is a multi-generational restaurant known for its great seafood. I recommend the "Buck-a-Shuck" happy hour, where...
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Cara
Jo Castellino
Moon + Arrow
Handmade & vintage
"Moon + Arrow" is a whimsical boutique full of vintage and handmade jewelry, clothes and gifts. I always find it easy to discover a trinket for a friend...
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Cara
Jo Castellino
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