February 2009

February 2009

Features

State of the Arts

State of the Arts

Guess what: Pittsburghers may love their arts as much as their sports( maybe even more). But can our much-touted cultural crown jewels survive? Are we positioned for the future? Despite the challenges, the 21st century looks optimistic.

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Departments

How Sweet It Is

How Sweet It Is

Think outside the heart-shaped box of chocolates and try one of these local sweet shops for confections sure to impress your valentine.

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Sebak's Secrets of the City

The Biddle Boys  Stop for a Bite

The Biddle Boys Stop for a Bite

Six ham sandwiches and a pint of whiskey add a footnote to the tale of the notorious brothers and Mrs. Soffel.

Sausilido

Sausilido

Sausalido brings a new face (and flavor) to Bloomfield’s restaurant row, with seasonal diversity and iconoclastic bistro cuisine.

Red Hot

Red Hot

For thousands of years, cinnamon has perfumed every imaginable type of dish—this winter, celebrate its versatility in drinks and recipes.

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Collectors

Pride and Prejudice

Pride and Prejudice

The compelling history of African-Americans is told through an extraordinary local collection.

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Datebook

Homecoming Dance

Thom Thomas spent eight years writing his latest play, A Moon to Dance By, and now he’s finally home for its Pittsburgh premiere this month.

Pittsburgh Arts Icons

We asked some of our authorities in the local arts scene to comment on these icons, whose roots began or were nurtured here.

Ensuring Pittsburgh’s Cultural Heritage for the Future?

It’s Dollars and Sense ... and JOBS

State of the Arts

State of the Arts

Guess what: Pittsburghers may love their arts as much as their sports( maybe even more). But can our much-touted cultural crown jewels survive? Are we positioned for the future? Despite the challenges, the 21st century looks optimistic.

Archive »

Book reviews

Embracing Pittsburgh's Past (with a Couple of Titles)

Two recent releases serve as guides to Pittsburgh's past and present.

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