November 2010

November 2010

Features

20 Best Bars in Pittsburgh

20 Best Bars in Pittsburgh

Natives may lovingly refer to Pittsburgh as a “shot and a beer” town, but we are so much more. From quaint, oak-paneled neighborhood joints and lively brew pubs to candle-lit wine bars and cozy cocktail lounges, here are some of our favorite toasts of the town.

By Sean Collier
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Departments

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Sebak's Secrets of the City
'Lotta Terra Cotta

'Lotta Terra Cotta

A downtown parking-garage courtyard provides a home for charming statues.

By Rick Sebak
Kitchen Classic

Kitchen Classic

Warm touches cook up a savvy kitchen with plenty of space to socialize.

By Melissa Rayworth
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Dwellings
Kitchen Classic

Kitchen Classic

Warm touches cook up a savvy kitchen with plenty of space to socialize.

By Melissa Rayworth
Spoon

Spoon

The new East Liberty restaurant Spoon dishes out “refined comfort food” with the accent on local in a comfortable atmosphere.

By Valentina
Big Red

Big Red

Colorful in every sense, the iconic American cranberry has a fascinating history and an essential place at the Thanksgiving table.

By Kate Chynoweth
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Chris Fennimore
Talking (Boneless) Turkey

Talking (Boneless) Turkey

Save prep time on Thanksgiving with a boneless turkey roast, and after your holiday feast is history, follow up with an encore of turkey soup.

By Chris Fennimore
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Collectors
Vintage Radios

Vintage Radios

The “golden age of radio” may be gone, but Mel Check’s antique radio collection is still going strong.

By Jonathan Wander
Rob Rogers

Rob Rogers

Award-winning Post-Gazette editorial cartoonist Rob Rogers, whose work is featured in a new retrospective book, talks about his career and shares a behind-the-scenes look at his job.

By Geoffrey W. Melada
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Datebook
'Second Suburb' and 'No Water'

'Second Suburb' and 'No Water'

Two recent releases question the legacy of the suburbs to American society.

By Kristofer Collins
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Book reviews
'Second Suburb' and 'No Water'

'Second Suburb' and 'No Water'

Two recent releases question the legacy of the suburbs to American society.

By Kristofer Collins
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PittGirl's Last Laugh
If You Can’t Stand the Heat, Get Out of the Firehouse

If You Can’t Stand the Heat, Get Out of the Firehouse

Recently, I completed drills with the men of Munhall Volunteer Fire Co. No. 4. By "completed," I mean participated. By "participated," I mean I was there.

By Virginia Montanez
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