Two-hour clip of a barrel burning in the Italian Market is Philly’s new holiday ‘Yule Log’

Dec 13, 2023 1117

BY: John Paul Titlow

It's a scene as quintessentially Philly as a run up the Art Museum steps: In the heart of the Italian Market in South Philadelphia, a rusted-bottom metal barrel sits on the asphalt of 9th Street with flames licking out its top. What may appear post-apocalyptic to some is to others a convenient source of heat, if not a deep, nostalgic comfort. And now, it’s on YouTube.

video entitled ‘9th Street Italian Market Burn Barrel at Christmas HD’ was uploaded over the weekend by Tony Trov from South Fellini, the East Passyunk-based boutique specializing in Philly-centric apparel and accessories. For two hours, viewers can watch a barrel fire burning in broad daylight at 9th Street and Passyunk Ave while slow, piano-based renditions of Christmas carols add a festive, yet relaxing ambiance.

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SOURCE: https://www.phillyvoice.com

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