bāo•logy

It’s been overwhelming to hear from y’all and to hear the stories of your baology experiences - please forgive us for our tardiness in responding as we’ve been trying to go through all the messages.
One of the best things that came out of the pandemic was seeing the best of people. Folks who stood up and showed up - putting themselves to work in service to those in our community. It was a light in a very dark time. Two of the folks we were fortunate to meet were Brett Naylor & Bob Truitt of Wilder who provided emotional support with Bob also coming in to help us prepare community meals.
They and their team have gone beyond again and have graciously offered us the opportunity to do a pop-up at Wilder with proceeds coming to us to support us. Yet another reminder of the greatness of this Philly food community.
With that, we are grateful to announce we will be launching the “with Wilder” series on Sunday 5/21 at 6pm. Links to reservations are here: https://www.exploretock.com/wilderphilly/
Here is the menu we will be serving for the evening:
1️⃣Small Bites: potstickers, gwa bao, spring roll
2️⃣Kama (Grilled Hamachi Collar)
3️⃣Hotpot w TW-style dipping sauce
4️⃣Whole Suckling Pig w family-style accompaniments
5️⃣Crème Caramel w Tropical Fruits
Thank you again to all of you who have reached out. We are humbled and look forward to connecting with each one of you. ❤️
With love & gratitude - Judy & Andy

To our beloved community - we’ve been quiet the past few months because it’s been, and continues to be, a very difficult time.
baology started out as an idea to bring a little bit of Taiwanese culture & spirit through food. The hope was to offer a place where people could meet, gather, and build community. We have loved being a part of your lives - the relationships and partnerships that developed continue to be deeply impactful and remind us of the best of what this city has to offer.
But as we grieve, heal, and try to move on, we face lingering challenges. In the era of the “good times only show” that is a lot of social media, so many hide in the darkness when things don’t go right or go to plan. That is where we’ve been living for the past few months - struggling because of the shame, guilt, and failure that comes from closing the shop.
Through the support and kindness of friends, we’ve built up the courage to do what is the hardest, and can feel at times to be the most shameful, thing to do - to ask for help.
We need help to properly wind down and close this chapter so we can start looking forward. We are hoping that, if possible, you will consider helping us with this. We are in need of some funds in order to deal with the open issues and would appreciate your consideration of any amount that you are willing and/or able to contribute. Please find more information in the link in our bio or feel free to reach out directly through DM/email. There are corresponding thank you gifts as a token of our appreciation for your help.
And most importantly, for those who have struggled or are struggling, please know that you are not alone. We need to be transparent about the struggles and challenges we face as small business owners and individual humans to remove the stigma that surrounds missteps, mistakes, and, in some cases, failure. If you need someone to talk to, need support or help - please reach out. We know what that level of stress, pressure, and isolation feels like - no one should ever feel that way. YOU ARE NOT ALONE. ❤️

- With love & gratitude, Judy & Andy

To our beloved guests + community:
We will be closed for a few days beginning tomorrow Thursday, 12/8. We need time to rest + reset. Thank you in advance for your kindness and understanding. - Team baology ❤️

Our team has/is going through some incredible challenges - please be kind and gentle. We are doing our best.

Hope y’all are taking time for yourselves and your loved ones. ❤️

Need a pick me up? Nothing better than 🥟.

Definitely feeling the need for Chicken Wonton Noodle Soup today. Double up with a side of Chicken Bone Broth to drink throughout the day to boost your immune system. 🐓🥟🥬🍜❤️

A reminder we’re open today (Wednesday) and then closed for the rest of the week for the Thanksgiving holiday. Please be kind and gentle to each other ❤️.

Turkey Day is coming but can we talk sides? We’ve got you covered with dumplings, baos, and bings et al. Hit us up in our DMs if you’re looking for a little something extra for your holiday gathering or special event. 🥟🎈🎉

While the weather goes arctic, we’ll just pretend we’re in Taiwan and enjoying some pineapple egg fried rice. 🍍🍳🍚 Interested in joining the club? Order some for catering! 🌴🌺🍹

It’s definite a 3-protein Bian Dang kind of day. 🍱🥬

This up-close-and-personal shot of our Chicken Wonton Noodle Soup by is really doing it for us today. 🐓🥟🍜🥬

We’re all a-BAO-t made to order philosophy. Each one of our baos, our bings..well, everything on our menu is assembled to order.
Ingredients sourced with intention, food prepped with care, orders assembled to order. Exactly why we say our food is made with love. ❤️

Our chicken wontons - great by themselves or in our soups - whether it’s 50 or 70 degrees out! 🥟
And food pun of the day since we can’t resist : Always leave them wonton-ing more 🥰.

Sometimes, the answer is as simple as crispy bottoms. 🥟🔥🥟

Be right back. Going to soothe our Election Day anxiety with a Taiwanese Fried Chicken sandwich. 🍗🥬🥕🍔

Buns away! ❤️
We’re here for all your bun/gwa baos needs - make it 1 or 100+, we’ve got you covered for your group lunch, office party, family gathering. 👍🏻

Last night was EPIC (and most egg-cellent). Go Phillies! ⚾️

This dramatic image of our Chicken Wonton Noodle Soup by seems perfect for today’s weather.
It may be a bit warmer out today but don’t be fooled and be sure to load up on our soups & broths to keep your body fed & nourished for this epic week. 🍜⚾️🏟

Welcoming our new special, just in time for Game 1 tonight : Taiwanese Fried Chicken Burger. Excited to be showcasing the burger buns from our friends at .bakery. Available now for pre-order. 🍔⚾️🎈

We experienced one of the rarest sightings - a 3-protein Bian Dang! This one had our PA oyster mushrooms, TFC, and Happy Valley Beef. What’s your favorite Bian Dang combo? 🍄🍗🥩🍱

We’re all a-bao-t showcasing good local farmers. Check out the awesome oyster mushrooms coming from 30 miles away in Kennett Square.
Did you know more than 1/2 of US mushroom production comes from Kennett Square? 🍄

The classics never go out of style 🥟.

You’re going to be seeing some of these beauties in your Beef Noodle Soups. Last of the season’s tomatoes but still packed with flavor and nutrition. Thanks to for the gorgeous 🍅.
#牛肉麵