Sidney Crosby made history this Thursday when he earned his 1,000th career point during the Penguins 4-3 win over the Winnipeg Jets. And Primanti Brothers is honoring Sid the Kid the way they do best - with fries and coleslaw. Now on the menu at Primanti's: “The Captain,” a Sidney … [Read more...]
New York City Cheese Bar Casellula Creates New Home on Pittsburgh’s North Side
There is a buzz around Pittsburgh - a new restaurant has just opened on the North Side. However, Casellula is more than just “a new restaurant on the North Side.” Quite literally, the space is also a bookshop, and a performance venue. Casellula [pronounced: Cass-Sa-Lou-La] at Alphabet City is the … [Read more...]
This New Bus Tour Will Help You Explore Pittsburgh’s Craft Breweries
Do you want to cruise around Pittsburgh, tasting beers from some of the city's independent breweries, without having to worry about a ride? Then Porter Tours, Pittsburgh’s newest craft beer tour, has you covered. On Saturdays and Sundays, brothers Johnny Willett and Andy Clayton load up their … [Read more...]
Try A Ton of West Virginia Brews at Craft Beer Festival in Morgantown
Ready for a road trip? If you've tried every craft brewery in Pittsburgh, it might be time to head south. The Cabin Fever Craft Beer Festival in Morgantown, West Virginia is taking place on Saturday, February 11, and will feature a full day of beer, food and music. Participating breweries … [Read more...]
How One Pittsburgh Instagrammer Ate Her Way Through 50 States in a Year-Long Project
At the beginning of 2016, Pittsburgher Megan Troxell had a plan. It was the third year that Troxell and her family had been doing weekly extended-family dinners with her brothers and their families. To keep them interesting, she created a yearly theme. The first year, Troxell served a Mexican … [Read more...]
Pittsburgh Nightlife Industry Insiders Give Their Best Hangover Recovery Tips
Hungover? You're not alone. If you celebrated the end of 2016 a little too much last night (and who wouldn't?), you might be looking for a cure for what ails you. We've talked to a few of Pittsburgh's best industry insiders about what they do when they've had a few too many. Wes Shonk, bartender … [Read more...]
25 Gifts Pittsburgh Foodies Will Love
If you haven’t quite found the perfect gift for everyone on your list, have no fear – we’re here to help. We’ve rounded up the best (and most delicious) Pittsburgh-made gifts and treats to delight everyone you’re gifting this year. 2016 Pittsburgh Gift Guide Jams from Batch This … [Read more...]
9 Food Events Not To Miss in December
A Hawaiian Holiday Party, pancakes with Santa, beer-fueled shopping and more! Thursday, December 1 to Sunday, December 4: Joy of Cookies Tour The Joy of Cookies tour is a Lawrenceville tradition. This year, 40 businesses are participating in the event, handing out free cookies to visitors on the … [Read more...]
Where to Eat on a Monday in Pittsburgh
It’s Monday night. You’re hungry. And many of your favorite restaurants are closed, giving their cooks and servers a well-deserved night off. Why are Mondays such a restaurant desert? It’s the one day of the week that typically has the lowest foot traffic for the dining out crowd, and often costs … [Read more...]
Pittsburgh’s Most Anticipated Fall Restaurant Openings
It’s a new season, and a crop of new restaurants, cafés and breweries are opening this Fall in Pittsburgh. Among the many restaurants opening their doors in the next few months are Merchant Oyster Company, Dennis Marron's throwback to his New Jersey roots, and the second-ever outpost of … [Read more...]