April 2010

Features

The New Emerald City

Pittsburgh has been earning oohs and aahs for our wizardry in the green revolution. This year, we roll out the green carpet as the North American host for World Environment Day.

By Lissa Rosenthal

Great Trees

Great Trees are part of Pittsburgh’s neighborhoods and also part of our region’s rich and diverse heritage. Enjoy this spectacular photo essay, filled with inspiring stories.

Story by Lindsay Bond Totten / Photos by Lindsay Bond Totten and John Totten

Orange Crush

Carrots deserve a fresh look as the weather warms.

By Kate Chynoweth, Food Editor

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Gillian Jacobs

With a commitment to “Community” service Thursday nights on NBC, this Mount Lebanon native demonstrates her passionate path to prime-time TV.

By Reese Randall

Fool's School: Legendary 'Burgh Pranks

Looking for some inspiration on April Fool’s Day? Check out these legendary Pittsburgh pranks.

By Sean Conboy

Archive »Sebak's Secrets of the City

Paul Korol & His Postcards

By Rick Sebak

Archive »Dwellings

Handcrafted Home

From top to bottom, Werner Krupp and Ingrid Nagin built their home with the environment in mind.

By Melissa Rayworth

Archive »Taste

Spring Fever

Enjoy loafing with a creative recipe for Easter bread and be tempted by a devilish salad to make the most of your Easter eggs.

By Chris Fennimore

Restaurant Review: Soba

With a touch of Zen, creative Pan-Asian cuisine and a dedicated staff, this East End dining destination continues to build on its success.

By Valentina

Orange Crush

Carrots deserve a fresh look as the weather warms.

By Kate Chynoweth, Food Editor

Archive »Chris Fennimore

Deviled Egg Salad

Check out this web-exclusive recipe from Chris' kitchen: deviled egg salad.

By Chris Fennimore

Spring Fever

Enjoy loafing with a creative recipe for Easter bread and be tempted by a devilish salad to make the most of your Easter eggs.

By Chris Fennimore

Archive »Healthy Living

Healthy Living

Dr. Fernstrom takes a look at olive oil varieties, detox diets, the relationship between physical activity and body image, and more.

With Dr. Madelyn Fernstrom

Archive »Datebook

Spring Fling

After one of the snowiest, most blustery winters in years, these happenings around the city will help you thaw out and get back into the swing of enjoying the outdoors once again.

By Ann Curran

Archive »PittGirl's Last Laugh

Karma Boomerang

By Virginia Montanez