June 2010

Jingle Sells

The mad scientist of Big Science Music is making noise—with anything he can find.

By Colleen Heavens

Shake Your Booties

Take a look at the local celebs who came out to support Shake Your Booties, an annual event to raise money for The Children's Home and Lemieux Center.

By Reese Randall

We All Scream

The ladies of The Goodie Truck want to be your sugar mommas.

By Kristina Martin

Joe Manganiello

Vampire and werewolf drama "True Blood," HBO's Golden Globe- and Emmy award-winning series, has added some new blood to its cast: Mount Lebanon native—and diehard Pittsburgh Steelers fan—Joe Manganiello, who admits to bleeding a bit of black and gold.

By Reese Randall

Roller Coaster Tycoon

The Sky Rocket, Kennywood's newest thrill ride, opens this summer. Get to know the architect of terror who helped build it.

By Colleen Heavens

Stealing Hope

Andrew McCutchen is the Pirates’ newest last great hope.

By Sean Conboy

Joe Manganiello

Vampire and werewolf drama "True Blood," HBO's Golden Globe- and Emmy award-winning series, has added some new blood to its cast: Mount Lebanon native—and diehard Pittsburgh Steelers fan—Joe Manganiello, who admits to bleeding a bit of black and gold.

By Reese Randall

Some Things I Love to Eat Around Here

Discover some of Rick's favorite local bites.

By Rick Sebak

Roller Coaster Tycoon

The Sky Rocket, Kennywood's newest thrill ride, opens this summer. Get to know the architect of terror who helped build it.

By Colleen Heavens

Stealing Hope

Andrew McCutchen is the Pirates’ newest last great hope.

By Sean Conboy

Island Gem

With its lush greenery, privacy and view of the water, Washington's Landing is resort-like living at its best.

By Melissa Rayworth

Who picks your best restaurants?

By Betsy Benson, Publisher

Lemon Sunshine

By Julie Talerico, Editor-in-Chief

25 Best Restaurants

It's a great pleasure to share with you our annual Best Restaurants issue in a year that (despite a tough economy and an unforgettable snowpocalypse) made our region's dining scene more vibrant than ever.

By Kate Chynoweth

2010 Legends

What makes a restaurant a legend? It has something to do with three words that begin with the letter "C": character, consistency and comfort. These establishments distinguish themselves with outstanding food, a refined sense of who they are and distinctive decor. What's more, they deliver that experience time after time, year after year. We are pleased to list some of the region's most legendary restaurants, chosen by the Restaurant Review Panel.

By Chris Fennimore

2010 Best New Restaurant: Tamari

Given the crowds, there’s not always a whole lot of elbow room, but then, that’s just part of what makes a “Best New Restaurant.”

By Kate Chynoweth

25 Best Restaurants: 2010

It's a great pleasure to share with you our annual Best Restaurants issue in a year that (despite a tough economy and an unforgettable snowpocalypse) made our region's dining scene more vibrant than ever.

By Kate Chynoweth

2010 Rising Star Chef: Chris Bonfili of Avenue B

“People think a style of cooking is something you can pinpoint, but I’ve been cooking professionally for 16 years, and every day of my experience goes into it,” Bonfili says.

By Kate Chynoweth

Cross Keys Inn: 2010 Best Restaurants Design Winner

At this Indiana-Township restaurant, the detailed woodwork, log-burning fireplace and scenic view are just a couple of perks reminiscent of the building's past as a stagecoach inn.

By Kaitlyn Johnston

25 Best Restaurants in 2010

It's a great pleasure to share with you our annual Best Restaurants issue in a year that (despite a tough economy and an unforgettable snowpocalypse) made our region's dining scene more vibrant than ever.

By Kate Chynoweth

2010 Chef of the Year: Matthew Porco

Porco, a self-described protein lover, is passionate about correctly preparing meat—whether it’s leaving short ribs or Amish chicken on the bone after cooking to bring out the best flavor or making sure duck is cooked until the skin is perfectly crispy.

By Kate Chynoweth

Plum Good

From rich purple to pale green, this sweet and juicy stone fruit is a seasonal treasure.

By Kate Chynoweth, Food Editor

We All Scream

The ladies of The Goodie Truck want to be your sugar mommas.

By Kristina Martin

Picnic Perfect

June is bustin' out all over, so plan a picnic and pack some Mushroom and Fontina Meatloaf Muffins to beef up your menu.

By Chris Fennimore

Healthy Living

What's new in health, diet and nutrition.

With Dr. Madelyn Fernstrom

Made in the Shades

Sandra Lawton shows a specs-tacular set of vintage sunglasses.

By Jonathan Wander

Man vs. High School

One of Pittsburgh's most legendary delinquents returns to the classroom.

By Sean Conboy

Joe Manganiello

Vampire and werewolf drama "True Blood," HBO's Golden Globe- and Emmy award-winning series, has added some new blood to its cast: Mount Lebanon native—and diehard Pittsburgh Steelers fan—Joe Manganiello, who admits to bleeding a bit of black and gold.

By Reese Randall

Jingle Sells

The mad scientist of Big Science Music is making noise—with anything he can find.

By Colleen Heavens

"From Veils to Thongs" by Dalel B. Khalil

By Stephen Knezovich, Contributing Editor

Summer Nights on the Silver Screen

Oakmont's classic Oaks Theater is Pittsburgh's finest place to catch a movie, and there's no time like this summer during the annual "Moonlit Matinee" series.

By Sean Collier, Contributing Editor

"From Veils to Thongs" by Dalel B. Khalil

By Stephen Knezovich, Contributing Editor

What My Father Taught Me About Pittsburgh

By Virginia Montanez