Irene Levy Baker

Irene Levy Baker is author of "100 Things To Do In Philadelphia Before You Die" and "Unique Eats & Eateries of Philadelphia." Baker has spent more than 25 years exploring Philadelphia and eating her way through the city’s restaurants. After working at the Philadelphia Convention & Visitors Bureau, she opened Spotlight Public Relations, a public relations firm specializing in restaurants and hospitality. In the books, Baker reveals secrets of the city that will surprise and delight readers, plus tips she's learned from working one-on-one with tourist bureaus, travel writers, chefs, restaurant owners, food writers, and diners. Irene is always hungry for adventures that will surprise and delight her readers. For the latest news about Philadelphia and its restaurants: www.facebook.com/100ThingsToDoInPhiladelphia   www.instagram.com/100ThingsToDoInPhiladelphia www.twitter.com/100Philly The second edition of "100 Things To Do In Philadelphia Before You Die" won 1st place for adult non-fiction from the Pennsylvania Press Club and went on to earn an honorable mention in the national contest sponsored by the National Federation of Press Women.