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2024 

About Calandrino’s
Old City Vino

Rooted in family values, good times, and good wines, Calandrino’s is a wine bar and bottle shop located in Old City, Philadelphia. In commemoration of their father Franscesco Anthony Calandrino, three brothers set out to preserve and actualize his honorable memory– a man with refined taste, worldly stories, passion, and tradition.

STEPHEN CALANDRINO

Co-founder

Stephen Calandrino, known as “the brains” is a brilliant Philadelphia Realtor Broker, having earned a B.S. degree in Business Administration from Villanova, and a J.D. from Hofstra University. He has an insatiable appetite for knowledge, a deep love for American and Italian history, and a passion for savoring life's flavors. Fondly referred to as "Uncle Steve" in Old City, he's a neighborhood icon known for his wisdom and welcoming nature. Beyond his real estate expertise, he's also an avid aficionado of the smooth "yacht rock" genre, adding a harmonious touch to his multifaceted persona.

FRANK CALANDRINO

Co-founder

Frank Calandrino, affectionately known as "the muscle," is the driving force behind the successful Level 1 Fitness gym. With a deep-seated passion for fitness and health, he's dedicated his life to helping others achieve their wellness goals. Frank's relentless commitment to physical fitness and his leadership have made Level 1 Fitness a beacon of strength and health in the community.

MICHAEL CALANDRINO

Co-founder

Michael Calandrino, known as "the alchemist," is a visionary entrepreneur who's embarked on the journey to establish his distillery empire. Armed with an MBA in Finance, he combines financial acumen with a passion for crafting exquisite spirits. His distillery venture is the culmination of his alchemical quest to turn grains and botanicals into liquid gold, making him a modern-day master of the craft.

STEPHEN CALANDRINO JR.

Co-Founder

Stephen Calandrino Jr. is the co-founder of Calandrino’s Old City Vino. He has curated a selection of 50+ wines by negotiating with local wineries and has hosted several popular wine tasting events. Stephen conducts market research and collaborates with local businesses to enhance the customer experience. Drawing on his Disney training, he designs the wine bar’s layout and menu, focusing on exceptional service and making it a top destination for wine enthusiasts.

Stephen Calandrino, known as “the brains” is a brilliant Philadelphia Realtor Broker, having earned a B.S. degree in Business Administration from Villanova, and a J.D. from Hofstra University. He has an insatiable appetite for knowledge, a deep love for American and Italian history, and a passion for savoring life's flavors. Fondly referred to as "Uncle Steve" in Old City, he's a neighborhood icon known for his wisdom and welcoming nature. Beyond his real estate expertise, he's also an avid aficionado of the smooth "yacht rock" genre, adding a harmonious touch to his multifaceted persona.

STEPHEN CALANDRINO C0-Founder

Frank Calandrino, affectionately known as "the muscle," is the driving force behind the successful Level 1 Fitness gym. With a deep-seated passion for fitness and health, he's dedicated his life to helping others achieve their wellness goals. Frank's relentless commitment to physical fitness and his leadership have made Level 1 Fitness a beacon of strength and health in the community.

FRANK CALANDRINO C0-Founder

Michael Calandrino, known as "the alchemist," is a visionary entrepreneur who's embarked on the journey to establish his distillery empire. Armed with an MBA in finance, he combines financial acumen with a passion for crafting exquisite spirits. His distillery venture is the culmination of his alchemical quest to turn grains and botanicals into liquid gold, making him a modern-day master of the craft.

MICHAEL CALANDRINO C0-Founder

Stephen Calandrino Jr. is the co-founder of Calandrino’s Old City Vino. He has curated a selection of 50+ wines by negotiating with local wineries and has hosted several popular wine tasting events. Stephen conducts market research and collaborates with local businesses to enhance the customer experience. Drawing on his Disney training, he designs the wine bar’s layout and menu, focusing on exceptional service and making it a top destination for wine enthusiasts.

STEPHEN CALANDRINO JR. Co-Founder

Our Mission

Calandrino’s mission resonates with Italy’s soul, paying tribute to ‘Sol, Soul, and Soil.’ Rooted in Sicilian and Italian heritage from Cattolica Eraclea, we blend tradition with unwavering excellence, crafting a legacy reflecting enduring values—hard work, community, and the pursuit of dreams.

Our Vision

We envision a tapestry ode to Italian poetry and earthen prose, where the gentle glow of the sun breathes life into every vine, where the Soul of Italia resonates in each bottle, and where the Soil bears witness to centuries of tradition. We aspire to be the custodians of a legacy, a beacon of Italia’s pastoral romance, where the spirit of Enotria flourishes through the ages. 

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