Author: Kristy Graver
Local Artist’s Legacy Is Already Etched in Stone
Dolores “Dee” Carioto, 93, has been designing cemetery monuments since 1949.
What to Expect from Kennywood This Season
Our Food Editor’s thoughts on rides and dining options under Kennywood’s new ownership.
In Pittsburgh, Comedy and Food Make the Perfect Combo
Our Food Editor discovers why pigging out with stand-up comedians is an occupational hazard.
Breadbox Sandwich & Sweet Shop Is A One-Stop Spot For Foodies
The North Side business serves sandwiches, soups, salads and sugary snacks.
Fet-Fisk Is in the Running (Again) for a James Beard Award
The founder of Cafe Momentum, a Dallas-based nonprofit eatery, was named Humanitarian of the Year.
Dad’s Dog & Burger, a Mom-And-Pop Shop, Opens in Bloomfield
Katelyn Bako’s no-frills eatery is a tribute to her father.
Gene’s Place Is Business 101 — With Beer!
Gene Ney, a Carlow University instructor, has owned the South Oakland dive bar for two decades.
Isaly’s Is Opening a Shop in the Strip District
The iconic brand — famous for its cold cuts and ice cream — will open a Penn Avenue storefront in 2026.
Duo’s Treehouse, a Free, Bilingual Early-Learning Space, Opens in the East End
Pittsburgh-based Duolingo, the world’s leading mobile learning platform, is investing in the future by investing in kids.
Hey Babe, a Foodie-Friendly Lounge, Is Coming to the Historical YMCA Building in East Liberty
Industry veterans Danielle Cain and Rob Hirst plan to open the business this summer.
Silver Perk Coffee Co. Is Making Big Moves on the Caffeine Scene
The 12-foot-tall, 8-foot-wide mobile moka pot pops up at local events.
Where Can You Have Beers With Bigfoot?
Squatch Brewing is the wildest place in a suburban industrial park.
When Is Picklesburgh This Year?
The dill-ightful event returns to Downtown Pittsburgh in July.
Find Out Where the First Jenny Lee Breakfast Nook Is Headed
The fast-casual eatery’s menu will feature 5 Generation Bakers’ sweet and savory breads.
Rockaway’s (Almost) Ready to Roll in Regent Square, and More Pittsburgh Pizza News
Which Brooklyn-based pizzeria is opening in Mount Lebanon — and what the heck is a panuozzo?
Michelin-Recommended Nan Xiang Xiao Long Bao Brings Its Famous Food to the South Side
Known for its soup dumplings, the New York-based brand has several other East Coast locations.
Get Moving to Cafe Momentum
Downtown’s nonprofit eatery has relaunched with a new staff, menu and lunch hours.
Catch Up With Eat’n Park’s Whale of a Cod
Our food editor got a splash course in making Eat’n Park’s famous Whale of a Cod sandwich.
One by Spork Is a Dining Experience Worthy of Applause
Is the reimagined Spork restaurant in Bloomfield the future of fine dining?
Buy a Shamrock Shake For Goodness’ Sake
McDonald’s will donate 25 cents from each minty beverage sold to charity.
Plant Yourself at 1659 Cranberry for Coffee, Clothing and Fresh-Cut Flowers
The building on Route 228 houses Cafe Conmigo, Straight Line Boutique and Blooms.
18 Soon-To-Open Eateries
Hungry for something new? You’ll have a lot of options in 2025.
Buzz on Over to CoNectar in Millvale
The flora-to-table space offers tastes and education.
Sir Pizza Celebrates 50 Years of Italian Comfort Food
Here's the story of how the brand came to Pittsburgh.
Oakmont Bakery Launches Cookie Fundraiser For Marc Fogel
The popular sweet shop is selling the sugar cookies Saturday through Monday, with all proceeds going to the family.
Tacos and Good Vibes to Cure Your Winter Blues
Spice up your life!
Sesame Inn Is the ‘New Kid’ at The Block Northway
A fixture in Pittsburgh since 1987, the Chinese restaurant will open in the former Wahlburgers this month.
10 Best New Restaurants in Pittsburgh
Explore what the Pittsburgh dining scene has to offer — and book your next reservation — with our Best New Restaurants list.
Our Food Editor Went to Pittsburgh TubClub and Lived to Eat Another Day
Could you spend 5 minutes in an ice bath?
Pittsburgh’s Jenny Lee Is Making a Comeback
5 Generation Bakers, makers of Jenny Lee Cinnamon Swirl Bread, sells dry mixes and plans to open eateries based on the iconic brand.
Lefty’s Has Left the Strip
Billed as “PA’s #1 Dive Bar,” the Penn Avenue institution closed on Jan. 26. Will its legacy continue on the North Side?
Have a Cup of (G.I.) Joe
Support military veterans by patronizing these local coffee shops.
A Love Letter to Oak Hill Post
The popular eatery closed on Saturday after five years in Brookline.
Hazelwood Helps One of Its Own
On Feb. 1, a fundraiser will be held for Hazelwood Cafe owner Dasawn Gray, whose medical issues have forced him to put his business on hold.
Which Local Chefs and Eateries are Nominees for a James Beard Award?
A vegan restaurant, a place for traditional Chinese dishes and a new Scandinavian eatery are included.
Through ‘Snoopers & Sneakers,’ Local Authors Are Shining a Light on Autism
The middle-grade book by Cristina Rouvalis and Lydia Wayman debuts on Jan. 21.
Ice, Cold, Beer: Pittsburgh TubClub Is Making a Splash in the Wellness Community
Our food editor will brave the frigid, yet reinvigorating, water when the organization pops up at Allegheny City Brewing next month.
Help One of Pittsburgh’s Best Restaurants Help Its Employees
Soju, a Korean American eatery in Garfield, is closed for repairs after a flood.
A Brewery With Heart: Lincoln Avenue Looks to Expand in Bellevue
A global pandemic and a family emergency couldn’t stop the business from growing.
Title 9, Pittsburgh’s First Women’s Sports Bar, Opens in February
The concept was developed by Square Cafe owner Sherree Goldstein and friends.
Milanes Mobile Goes Full-Throttle With Authentic Cuban Eats
The food truck will launch by the end of the month with several brewery pop-ups in between.
Yinz Guys Like Guy Fieri? Check out Jeremy Raymer’s Tribute to the Flavortown Chef
Kelly O’s Strip District location is the artist’s latest canvas.
Our Food Editor’s Favorite Stories of the Year
From burgers and ice cream to goat cheese and "garbage plates," 2024 has been a gut-busting blast.
Ham it Up This Holiday Season in an Isaly’s Sweater
The iconic company sells lunch meat and merch on its website.
A Rash of Restaurant Closings Puts a Damper on Pittsburgh’s Holiday Dining Season
Landmark businesses from Station Square to the Strip District are calling it quits.
Meet the Pittsburghers Who Sell Yinzer’s Amazing Cheesesteaks — in New Orleans
Colleen and Mike Woodhull own the black-and-gold sammich shop, which is located a few miles from the French Quarter.
Have a Pie Before You Fly! Mineo’s Pizza Will Open a Space at Pittsburgh International Airport
The Squirrel Hill-based institution also has shops in Allison Park and Mt. Lebanon.
Palm Palm Will Bring Vintage West Coast Vibes to Pittsburgh’s East End
The restaurant, a concept from the folks behind Downtown’s Ritual House, is expected to debut this spring.
