Irene Levy Baker

Irene Levy Baker is author of 3 Philly-centric books: "100 Things To Do In Philadelphia Before You Die," "Unique Eats & Eateries of Philadelphia" & "Cheers to McGillin's: Philly's Oldest Tavern."

Baker has spent decades exploring Philadelphia and eating her way through the city. After working at the Philadelphia Convention & Visitors Bureau, she opened Spotlight Public Relations, a public relations firm specializing in restaurants and hospitality. In her 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.

"100 Things To Do In Philadelphia" won 1st place for adult non-fiction from the PA Press Club & an honorable mention from the National Federation of Press Women. "Cheers to McGillin's: Philly's Oldest Tavern" won an honorable mention from the PA Press Club, an affiliate of the National Federation of Press Women.