There’s a lot to love about croissants. Warm, airy and delicately flaky, these French pastries are made with a lightly sweetened dough and laminated (folded and rolled) with butter over and over again to create impossibly thin layers and a lightly crisp outer shell. Operating hours can change so … [Read more...]
Where to Order Pączki in Pittsburgh For Fat Tuesday
It’s pączki season in Pittsburgh, and local bakeries are gearing up for the biggest pączki day of the year – Fat Tuesday, which falls on Tuesday, March 1 this year. Pączki (pronounced poonch-key) is a Polish doughnut-like dessert, filled with custard, buttercream, or assorted fruit … [Read more...]
East End Brewing Opening Mt. Lebanon Taproom
East End Brewing is heading south. The Larimer brewery is opening a taproom at 651 Washington Road in Mt. Lebanon, offering a "big, bright storefront with loads of natural light and a nice setback for sidewalk seating." In a release, East End owner Scott Smith says that while all of the … [Read more...]
10 Fantastic Chocolate Chip Cookies To Try Right Now
Whether you’re a fan of a cookie with a crunch or treat with a little more chew, there’s nothing more satisfying than a fresh-baked chocolate chip cookie — and these 10 Pittsburgh-area bakeries are offering up some of the best ones in town. 350° BakerySouth Side Slopes While 350° Bakery in … [Read more...]
30+ Pittsburgh Restaurants With Outdoor Winter Dining Options
We may be in the middle of some seriously wintery weather, but some Pittsburgh restaurants and breweries are still offering outdoor dining options — at least, depending on what your definition of “outdoor dining” may be. From completely open-air patios and fire pits to fully enclosed tented … [Read more...]
20 New Restaurants in Pittsburgh to Try This Fall
It's been a busy time in the Pittsburgh restaurant industry, with dozens of new spots (and some second locations of old spots) opening in the last few months. From a classic burgers-and-fries joint to a Detroit-style pizza restaurant, these 20 new restaurants in Pittsburgh are worth trying. … [Read more...]
The Team Behind the Independent Brewing Company is Opening a Brewery in Homestead
The owners of some of Pittsburgh's most-loved restaurants and bars have announced a brand-new project: Their very own brewery. Pete Kurzweg, who owns the Independent Brewing Company, Lorelei, and Hidden Harbor, says that he and his team are opening Golden Age Beer Company, a brewery and taproom … [Read more...]
Hot Cocoa Bombs Near Pittsburgh: Where to Find Your New Favorite Treat
If you've spent any time on foodie Instagram or TikTok lately, you may have seen something called Hot Cocoa Bombs being promoted by chocolate makers and candy shops. It's a delightful sweet treat, made up of a hollow chocolate ball that's been filled with mini marshmallows, and (sometimes) other … [Read more...]
The 13 Most Haunted Places In & Around Pittsburgh
'Tis the spooky season! Halloween is in the air and to help set the mood, we've rounded up a list of local paranormal places and the folklore behind them. If you dare, follow this guide of supposedly haunted places in and around Pittsburgh... The 13 Most Haunted Places In & Around … [Read more...]
Pumpkin Patches Near Me: Pittsburgh Pumpkin Patches 2021
If you're looking for a fun, family-friendly activity to do this Fall, nothing beats visiting a pumpkin patch. These farms and markets in and around Pittsburgh are open for the 2021 season, offering pumpkins (and hayrides, apple cider and corn mazes!) galore. Pumpkin Patches Near Me: … [Read more...]
