Author: Hal B. Klein
Hidden Gem: Kusuka Indonesian Cuisine in North Huntingdon
This off-the-grid restaurant produces a number of authentic Indonesian dishes.
Foolproof Gardening in Pittsburgh: The Subscription That Eliminates the Guesswork
Blackberry Meadows Farm in Natrona Heights supplies seedlings and a full set of instructions.
Spring Brings Change to Pittsburgh's Restaurant Scene
There are changes in the kitchen and on the menu. See which restaurants are worth a visit.
Culinary Excellence: 13 Renowned Chefs Serve Once-in-a-Lifetime Meal in Pittsburgh
Justin Severino and Hilary Prescott Severino assembled locally and nationally recognized chefs for Wednesday's James Beard Foundation dinner.
Eastern European Inspirations Play Key Role in Developing New Pittsburgh Restaurant
Chef Trevett Hooper traveled thousands of miles searching for authentic ideas for Legume and his forthcoming eatery, Dacha.
Grow. Cook. Drink.: Nate Hobart of Cure
Nate Hobart is the under-the-radar Pittsburgh chef who helps to keep Justin Severino’s restaurant running smoothly.
Review: Kavsar Uzbek Halal Restaurant
Hayrullo and Tahmina Umaraliev bring to Pittsburgh the city's first Uzbek restaurant.
Pittsburgh's Food Supply: The Haves and the Have Nots
An update on efforts to improve access to quality, affordable food for those who need it most.
First Look: Smoke's New Lawrenceville Location
At long last, Jeff Petruso and Nelda Carranco again are churning out the Tex-Mex-style tacos Pittsburghers crave.
Time to Sign Up for Farm-Fresh Pittsburgh Produce
You can guarantee the choicest picks of the harvest with a little late-winter advance planning.
Two Pittsburgh Distilleries Are Big Award Winners
The awards are evidence that two of the best distilleries in the country are close to home.
Grow. Cook. Drink.: John Creasy of Garfield Community Farm
John Creasy and his team turn abandoned land in the East End into the home of the permaculture-focused Garfield Community Farm.
Review: Tender Bar + Kitchen
Lawrenceville hot spot Tender, once favored primarily for its libations, now is known as well for its culinary offerings.
On the Road: Exploring Hungary's Bar Scene
Our intrepid restaurant critic travels with some of Pittsburgh's best culinary and bar pros who are looking for new ideas to bring home.
New Pittsburgh Bakery Quickly Earning Rave Reviews
After much anticipation, Rick Easton opens his high-level bread shop in Bloomfield.
Inside Downtown Pittsburgh's Newest Restaurant
The Commoner is located inside the new Hotel Monaco.
Grow. Cook. Drink.: Scott Smith of East End Brewing Co.
A decade after establishing East End Brewing Co., Scott Smith is considered one of Pittsburgh’s eminent craft brewers.
Planting the Seeds: A Tale of Two of Pittsburgh's Urban Farmers
Farmers Tara Rockacy and Margaret Schlass serve as ambassadors for the future of local sustainable farming.
Review: Willow
Following a menu and interior overhaul in late 2014, Willow returns as a revitalized dining option in the North Hills.
Looking for the Best Baguette in Pittsburgh? We Found It.
Five Points Artisan Bakeshop in Squirrel Hill is a gluten lover’s paradise.
5 Best Places to Sing Karaoke in Pittsburgh
From Queen to Bobby Darin to Frank Sinatra to show tunes in Japanese, our list has something for every musical taste and talent.
Pittsburgh Chefs Share Secrets for Perfect Soup
It's perfect weather for soup. Learn how improve your favorite recipe — and which local spots serve some of the best.
Pittsburgh Restaurant Trying Something New: No Tipping
Starting in April, Bar Marco in the Strip District is eliminating the standard end-of-the-meal practice of rewarding the server's efforts. But do those in the industry think it's a good idea?
Farewell, Kohinoor
Chef/owner Tamilselvan Thangadurai just closed his Monroeville restaurant, which in a short time became locals’ favorite spot for authentic Indian cuisine.
Review: Salt of the Earth
Brandon Fisher is the latest chef behind Salt of the Earth’s modern-American dishes.
Grow. Cook. Drink.: Derek Stevens of Eleven
Derek Stevens has trained a corps of Pittsburgh’s top chefs and shaped the menu at Eleven Contemporary Kitchen.
Broadening Pittsburgh's Meat Horizons
A partnership between a local couple and a local farmer has resulted in more pasture-raised lamb and pork being sold at the market.
First Look: Carmella's Plates and Pints in the South Side
With Executive Chef David Murphy at the helm of this cozy spot, our incoming restaurant critic thinks the place has great potential.
Farming in Pittsburgh?
Plans are in the works to transform several vacant Hazelwood lots into a 1-acre urban farm.
Cheese Steals the Show at Pa. Game Dinner
The charity dinner at Bar Marco featured nine of Pittsburgh's best chefs serving up the best of Pennsylvania's countryside.
Grow. Cook. Drink.: Ken Regal of Just Harvest
During his time at social-justice organization Just Harvest, Ken Regal has worked to fight for change that “has a big impact.”
Meet Our New Restaurant Critic
Pittsburgh Magazine is proud to welcome Hal B. Klein. In addition to becoming our new restaurant critic in 2015, he will blog regularly about Pittsburgh’s evolving food and drink culture.
Grow. Cook. Drink.: Maggie Meskey of Butcher and the Rye
The charismatic Maggie Meskey had tended bar for years before landing her gig at downtown bourbon haven Butcher and the Rye.
12 Hot New Restaurants
A diverse crop of eateries caught our attention this year, so we’re highlighting some of our favorites.
13 Bartenders You Should Know
Get acquainted with this group of charming bar professionals working in various establishments around the city.
7 Best Rising Star Bartenders
Get to know the city’s next generation of savvy, ambitious ’tenders.
Newly Opened Battlegrounds Offers More Than Just Airsoft
The Factory Building on Homestead's Eighth Avenue is the site of tournaments and more.
Grow. Cook. Drink.: Kohinoor
Talented, unsung chef Tamilselvan Thangadurai produces authentic Indian dishes at Kohinoor in Monroeville.
Grow. Cook. Drink.: The Italian Garden Project
Mary Menniti aims to preserve the legacy of immigrant gardeners.
8 Foodie Day Trips (and a Few Weekends, Too)
Hoping to take a leaf-peeping road trip? Keep food at the top of your priority list and consult our lineup of eight destinations, most within 150 miles of the city.
Grow, Cook, Drink: Wigle Whiskey
Wigle Whiskey’s ‘field-to-bottle’ distilling relies on locally grown, organic grains.
From Field to Fork
We put together this dynamic guide to help you find and engage with the region’s sustainable producers of meat, honey, alcohol, fruits and vegetables.
3 Farm-Fresh Ingredients, 3 Fantastic Plates
Tomato, basil and peach pair nicely in these dishes put together by Hal B. Klein to celebrate the season’s bounty.
The 8 Best (Not) Restaurants in Pittsburgh
Food trucks. Pizza boats. Bagel Clubs. The best on-the-run food in town.
Grow, Cook, Drink: Who Cooks for You Farm
The owners of Who Cooks For You Farm put together a vibrant farmstand display.
The 6 Brainiest Bartenders in the 'Burgh
These inventive bartenders are pushing the boundaries between mixology and science.
Grow, Cook, Drink: Thin Man Sandwich Shop
Sherri and Dan Leiphart rely on a near-identical palate and ‘adventurous’ combinations of ingredients to compose the Thin Man Sandwich Shop menu.
