It’s no secret that Hidden Harbor, the tiki-inspired cocktail bar in Squirrel Hill, loves its rum. But we were surprised to learn just how many bottles of rum actually grace the bar’s shelves… 98, to be exact. Though that’s about to change. On Thursday, May 26, the bar will add its 99th bottle … [Read more...]
Pittsburgh VegFest Returning This Summer
In a meat-and-potatoes town like Pittsburgh, it can be kind of lonely to be a vegan. That’s why Leila Sleiman and Natalie Fristick decided to create Pittsburgh VegFest, an all-day, meat-free celebration of healthy living. Now in its second year, Pittsburgh VegFest will return to Allegheny Commons … [Read more...]
Wigle Announces Tar & Feather 2016 Date
One of our favorite events of the year is coming back. Wigle Whiskey’s fourth annual Tar & Feather Party, their big bash to celebrate the Whiskey Rebellion has set a date. On Friday, June 10 from 6:00 - 9:30 p.m., join them at their Northside Barrelhouse for an evening of food, cocktails, … [Read more...]
Take That, Philly: Pittsburgh Has The Best PA Cheesesteak
Well, well, well. The people have spoken… and the people say that the best cheesesteak in Pennsylvania is made right here in Pittsburgh. USA Today’s 10Best has named The Groove Cheesesteak Company's classic cheesesteak the best in the state, beating out Philly favorites Pat’s King of Steaks (no. … [Read more...]
It’s The Season for Strawberry Festivals
All hail the fresh-picked strawberry! It’s not quite strawberry season yet in Western Pennsylvania, but three local farms have shared plans for their annual festivals, each of which celebrate all things strawberry. On the schedule: Trax Farms Strawberry Festival: June 11 and June 12. Both … [Read more...]
Just Good Donuts Opens in The South Side
just installed this signage for @JustGoodDonutsPGH - a brand new donut pop-up shop that opens tomorrow. 6am in @thepubchipshop #pittsburgh #southside A photo posted by @cwpress on May 11, 2016 at 4:20pm PDT Well, that was fast. Just a few days after the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette broke the … [Read more...]
Weekend Brunch Comes to Pig Iron Public House
Cranberry's Pig Iron Pub is rolling out brunch this weekend, with homestyle favorites from Buttermilk Pancakes to Egg & Tomato Grilled Cheese - and a killer make-your-own Bloody Mary program, too. Menu items will include: Italian Eggs: Eggs poached in tomato sauce, fresh herbs, toasted … [Read more...]
Beer, Cider & Cheese Pairing at Goat Rodeo
Farm-fresh local cheese, with Roundabout beers and Arsenal cider? Sounds like a fun Sunday. Goat Rodeo, a family-run cheese-making farm in Allison Park, is hosting a Beer, Cider & Cheese Pairing event on Sunday, May 15 on their farm and dairy. Cheesemaking experts will be on hand to share … [Read more...]
The Ultimate Guide to Pittsburgh Farmers Markets
Farmers market season is officially upon us, and thanks to so many local farms, orchards, and producers, you can find a farmers market in the greater Pittsburgh area any day of the week. Saturdays Lawrenceville Farmers Market: Every Saturday, June 4 – October 29. 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Arsenal … [Read more...]
Get Your Greek On At St. Nick’s Greek Food Festival
Your dinner plans this week are set. St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox’s annual Greek Food Festival (now in its staggering 55th year), opened yesterday, and will be serving lunch and dinner daily through Saturday, May 14. The popular food festival will feature homemade Greek specialties, including … [Read more...]