Jenny Meitzner, a marketing director at Pepsi; Cafe Carmela owner Joe Maglio; and Pepsi food service representative Steve ByrneRenderingPepsi Philly Eats Fest will take place on Saturday, Oct. 4, from noon to 5 p.m. at Eakins Oval. Local restaurants taking part are SQ Philip’s Steaks, Oregon Steaks, Rocco’s Italian Sausage and Chickie’s & Pete’s. After the success of Pepsi NOLA Eats Fest, we’re proud to continue using our Local Eats platform to spotlight beloved restaurants that give a city its flavor, this time celebrating Philadelphia’s rich culinary traditions and pairing these fan-favorite dishes with Pepsi,” said Scott Finlow, Chief Marketing Officer, PepsiCo Away From Home. Local Eats Deserve Pepsi is a national initiative that celebrates and supports local restaurants, providing restaurateurs with resources and opportunities to help their businesses thrive. Pepsi on Sept. 18 held a VIP preview party at Cafe Carmela, in Holme Circle, for a sneak peek of Pepsi Philly Eats Fest.