Update: The event has been canceled, though they're still offering specials and Maggie's Farm rum and Four Seasons beer pairings. Read the full statement from the Independent  here. Independent Brewing Company (1704 Shady Ave.) is celebrating two Pittsburgh-based brands with Hogo & Hops, a … [Read more...]

Verde (5491 Penn Avenue) is letting the tequila flow at two upcoming events. On Saturday, April 18, they’ll be hosting a Tequila & Margarita class, an hour-long event that will give attendees an introduction to tequila (and tastes of three Tequila expressions: blanco, reposado, and anejo), … [Read more...]

Big news for outdoor drinking! The Hotel Monaco Pittsburgh (620 William Penn Place) has just announced plans to open the Biergarten, an 88-seat open air beer bar on the 9th floor rooftop of the hotel. Opening date is set for Friday, May 15. The space will feature 16 draft lines, and a number … [Read more...]

Popsburgh, a new all-natural popsicle company, is popping up at the Pittsburgh Public Market on Sunday, April 19 for a Tasting & Testing party. The party will serve as a kickoff to the popsicle business, which will feature fresh, locally grown and sourced ingredients, and flavors that will … [Read more...]

Sip and sample. Six Penn Kitchen is hosting a 'Grape Expectations' wine tasting class, with wine and bites inspired by Julia Child. The event is taking place on Thursday, April 16 at 8:00 p.m. During the class, each student will sample five different wines, with accompanying small bites, while a … [Read more...]

Downtown’s sweetest spot, Sinful Sweets, is opening a new location at the Pittsburgh Public Market – and they’re hosting a soft opening today. From 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. you can check out their new spot, and stock up on their homemade candy, like Pecan Turtles, Toffee and Chocolate-Covered … [Read more...]

Pittsburgh pride! For the second year in a row, Cure’s Justin Severino has won Food & Wine magazine’s The People’s Best New Chef award for the Mid-Atlantic region. Severino was up against Philadelphia favorites like Top Chef Nick Elmi, Peter Serpico, and Greg Vernick, and chefs from … [Read more...]

We’re super happy to announce the date for our next Pittsburgh Food Swap! The Spring swap will take place on Saturday, May 9 from noon to 2:00 p.m. This time around, we’ll be swapping at the wonderful Repair the World space in East Liberty. If you enjoy canning, baking, pickling, cooking, and … [Read more...]

If you’re looking for the perfect place for an after-work cocktail, Tender Bar + Kitchen in Lawrenceville has a new special that we can’t refuse. They’ve just introduced a new happy hour menu, which they’ll be serving Monday through Saturday from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. On the menu, you’ll find a … [Read more...]

Rain, rain go away… or, maybe not. For the month of April, Pittsburgh Juice Company is running an extra-special deal to get us through the rainy season. Throughout the month, they’ll be offering 10% off any PJC purchase any time that it’s raining in Pittsburgh. You must mention the offer to get … [Read more...]