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<p><b>New page</b></p><div>{{Infobox LocalBusiness<br />
| name = Fante's Kitchen Wares Shop<br />
| image =<br />
| image_caption = Fante's Kitchen Wares<br />
| type = Kitchen supply store<br />
| address = 1006 South 9th Street<br />
| neighborhood = Italian Market<br />
| coordinates = 39.9346,-75.1590<br />
| phone = (215) 922-5557<br />
| website = https://www.fantes.com<br />
| established = 1906<br />
| founder = Domenico Fante<br />
| owner = Fante family<br />
| employees =<br />
| hours = 9 AM - 5 PM (Tuesday-Saturday)<br />
| products = Kitchen equipment, cookware, specialty tools<br />
| status = Active<br />
}}<br />
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'''Fante's Kitchen Wares Shop''' is a legendary kitchen supply store located at 1006 South 9th Street in the [[Italian Market]]. Established in '''1906''' by '''Domenico Fante''', an immigrant from Abruzzo, Italy, Fante's is one of the oldest kitchen supply stores in America. The shop is famous for its '''comprehensive selection''' of professional-grade cookware, specialty Italian equipment, and hard-to-find kitchen tools. For over a century, Fante's has been a destination for home cooks and professional chefs seeking quality equipment and expert advice.<ref name="fantes-official">{{cite web |url=https://www.fantes.com |title=Fante's Kitchen Wares Shop |publisher=Fante's |access-date=December 31, 2025}}</ref><br />
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== History ==<br />
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=== Origins (1906) ===<br />
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'''Domenico Fante''' founded the store in '''1906''':<br />
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'''Beginnings:'''<br />
* Immigrated from Abruzzo, Italy<br />
* Originally sold housewares and kitchen items<br />
* Served Italian Market community<br />
* Grew into specialty kitchen store<br />
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Domenico recognized that good cooking required proper tools.<br />
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=== Multi-Generational Business ===<br />
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The Fante family has operated the store for over a century:<br />
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'''Family succession:'''<br />
* '''Domenico Fante''': Founder<br />
* Subsequent generations maintained and expanded<br />
* '''Over 100 years''' of family ownership<br />
* Current generation continues tradition<br />
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=== Evolution ===<br />
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Fante's evolved with culinary culture:<br />
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'''1906-1950s:'''<br />
* Basic kitchen supplies<br />
* Italian cooking essentials<br />
* Neighborhood focus<br />
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'''1960s-Present:'''<br />
* Expanded specialty selection<br />
* Professional equipment<br />
* National reputation<br />
* Online sales<br />
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== The Selection ==<br />
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=== Italian Specialty Equipment ===<br />
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Fante's is renowned for '''Italian cooking tools''':<br />
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'''Pasta making:'''<br />
* Pasta machines (hand-crank and electric)<br />
* Ravioli forms and cutters<br />
* Pasta boards and rolling pins<br />
* Drying racks<br />
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'''Espresso:'''<br />
* Moka pots (all sizes)<br />
* Espresso cups and saucers<br />
* Coffee accessories<br />
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'''Other Italian essentials:'''<br />
* Pizzelle irons<br />
* Cannoli forms<br />
* Tomato strainers<br />
* Cheese graters<br />
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=== Baking Equipment ===<br />
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'''Comprehensive baking selection:'''<br />
* Professional-grade bakeware<br />
* Specialty pans<br />
* Decorating supplies<br />
* Pastry tools<br />
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=== Cookware ===<br />
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'''Quality cookware:'''<br />
* Cast iron<br />
* Copper<br />
* Stainless steel<br />
* Non-stick options<br />
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=== Cutlery ===<br />
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'''Knives and cutting:'''<br />
* Professional chef knives<br />
* Italian knives<br />
* Sharpening equipment<br />
* Cutting boards<br />
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=== Hard-to-Find Items ===<br />
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'''Specialty tools:'''<br />
* Vintage-style equipment<br />
* Ethnic cooking tools<br />
* Professional-grade items<br />
* Obscure kitchen gadgets<br />
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If you need it for cooking, Fante's probably has it.<br />
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== The Experience ==<br />
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=== The Shop ===<br />
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'''1006 South 9th Street'''<br />
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'''Atmosphere:'''<br />
* Floor-to-ceiling inventory<br />
* Densely packed shelves<br />
* Old-school retail experience<br />
* Tools everywhere<br />
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=== Staff Knowledge ===<br />
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'''Expert assistance:'''<br />
* Knowledgeable staff<br />
* Cooking expertise<br />
* Equipment recommendations<br />
* Usage guidance<br />
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Staff can help you find exactly what you need.<br />
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=== Browsing ===<br />
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'''The experience:'''<br />
* Allow time to explore<br />
* Discover items you didn't know you needed<br />
* Ask questions<br />
* Get inspired<br />
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Fante's rewards patient browsing.<br />
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== Italian Market Location ==<br />
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=== Heart of the Market ===<br />
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Fante's is integral to the [[Italian Market]]:<br />
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'''Context:'''<br />
* Surrounded by food vendors<br />
* Near [[Di Bruno Bros.]], [[Sarcone's Bakery]]<br />
* Complements food shopping<br />
* Buy ingredients, buy equipment<br />
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=== Market Shopping ===<br />
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'''Complete experience:'''<br />
1. Buy cheese at Di Bruno's<br />
2. Get bread at Sarcone's<br />
3. Pick up equipment at Fante's<br />
4. Go home and cook<br />
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== Cultural Significance ==<br />
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=== Immigrant Heritage ===<br />
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Fante's represents:<br />
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* Italian immigrant success<br />
* Craft and quality values<br />
* Family business tradition<br />
* Cultural preservation<br />
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=== Cooking Culture ===<br />
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'''Supporting home cooking:'''<br />
* Enabling traditional techniques<br />
* Providing proper tools<br />
* Maintaining standards<br />
* Inspiring cooks<br />
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=== National Recognition ===<br />
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Fante's has earned acclaim:<br />
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* Featured in food magazines<br />
* Recommended by chefs<br />
* Culinary tourism destination<br />
* One of America's great kitchen stores<br />
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== Online and Shipping ==<br />
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=== National Reach ===<br />
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Fante's ships nationally:<br />
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'''Website: fantes.com'''<br />
* Full catalog online<br />
* Ships across the US<br />
* Hard-to-find items accessible<br />
* Gift options<br />
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== Tips for Visitors ==<br />
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'''Recommendations:'''<br />
* '''Come with time to browse'''<br />
* '''Have a list but be open*** to discoveries<br />
* '''Ask staff*** for recommendations<br />
* ***Italian equipment*** is the specialty<br />
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'''What to buy:'''<br />
* Pasta machines (excellent selection)<br />
* Moka pots (all sizes)<br />
* Specialty Italian tools<br />
* Professional cookware<br />
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'''When to visit:'''<br />
* Tuesday-Saturday<br />
* Morning for less crowded<br />
* Market Saturdays are busy<br />
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== See Also ==<br />
* [[Italian Market]]<br />
* [[South Philadelphia]]<br />
* [[Di Bruno Bros.]]<br />
* [[Sarcone's Bakery]]<br />
* [[Philadelphia Food Culture]]<br />
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== References ==<br />
<references /><br />
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== External Links ==<br />
* [https://www.fantes.com Fante's Kitchen Wares Official Website]<br />
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[[Category:Businesses]]<br />
[[Category:Food]]<br />
[[Category:South Philadelphia]]<br />
[[Category:Italian Market]]</div>
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