in south philadelphia as for units passing through tell cast area everyone moved over to moriarty connieor festival. while the festival draws out south philadelphia neighbors old and new italian food from pasta, to pizza, to pork to pastries, was clearly the star of the show. >> italian people, their heritage, you cannot beat it. our food is the best. >> it is just good, okay, because it is an art to food. it isn't just about cooking. there has to be passion in there. the more time you invest in cooking your preparation, better the food is. >> reporter: even traditional rivalries like is grows verse termini great contact knoll i debate were set aside to keep everyone well fed federal. >> it is time for neighbors to see the local businesses, and remember their heritage and, you know, enjoy each other and enjoy the day and enjoy the parade. >> reporter: in south philadelphia, i'm amy buckman for channel six "action news". >>> still to come tonight a great time of the year for a new fall tradition, some families in south jersey are doing the welcome autumn, melissa. >>> walter, it is partly