We were pretty devastated to hear that the Pittsburgh Public Market was losing their Strip District space at the end of the month, not only because the market has been an incredible incubator for local food products and small restaurants, but also because it’s been a great community space for … [Read more...]

Know of anyone looking to launch a restaurant – or, need any restaurant-quality cookware for yourself? On Monday, February 8 starting at 2:00 p.m., Marty’s Market will be selling off the last of its equipment, dining ware and merchandise. Here’s the schedule of events: 2:00 PM: Commercial … [Read more...]

Celebrate Valentine’s Day a little early this year with a special beer dinner at Spoonwood Brewing. On Tuesday, February 9, they’re hosting a five-course, beer-soaked dinner – and we’ve got the menu from executive chef Jeffrey Simpson. First Course: Sea urchin | soft-boiled quail egg … [Read more...]

Voodoo Brewery has just announced plans for a massive (seriously – massive) food truck rally at their Homestead location. On Saturday, March 19, they’re hosting 19 Pittsburgh food trucks and mobile kitchens. Plus, they’ll have live music, and plenty of Voodoo Brewery brews on hand to round out … [Read more...]

South Side’s Ibiza Wine & Tapas Bar is shuttering their nightly tapas and dinner service – but the space will still be available for private parties and events. The restaurant held their final daily service on January 23. Owner Antonio Pereira says that Mallorca, Ibiza’s sister restaurant, … [Read more...]

The Pittsburgh Public Market and local food trucks are shutting down the street for an epic food truck roundup. On Sunday, January 31 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., seven food trucks will park on Penn Avenue between 24th and 25th Streets for the lunch-time festival. And the PPM is opening its … [Read more...]

We were incredibly sad to hear the news earlier this week that Marty’s Market, the grocery store/café/restaurant in the Strip District area was unexpectedly closing… and so were many other customers. So, they’re offering one final shopping day for customers to visit the market and purchase the … [Read more...]

Full Pint Brewing is celebrating the launch of their new limited-release seasonal brew, HOPism, with a party at East End’s new Ace Hotel – and tickets are still available. The party, on Wednesday, January 27, will feature live entertainment, art, and plenty of Full Pint brews. Tickets are $40 … [Read more...]

Wigle Whiskey is giving you a taste of summer a little early. They’re releasing their first batch of Sweet Corn Bourbon, and throwing a big corn-filled party to celebrate. On Friday, January 29, join them at the distillery for a bourbon-sampling bash, plus a cornbread competition.  Home chefs … [Read more...]

Need a little paradise right now? Hidden Harbor, a new tiki bar in Squirrel Hill, is opening its doors tonight, giving you the perfect antidote to those sub-zero temperatures. The bar, from Independent Brewing Company’s Adam Henry and brothers Peter and Matthew Kurzweg, will feature a barroom and … [Read more...]