Red Planet: Blast off to Mars for The Great Pennsylvania Tomato Festival
The borough with an out-of-this-world name will celebrate the fruit with food, beer, music and a farmer’s market.
The Distillery Complex Opens on the South Shore With Booze and Rooftop Views
The six–story building houses Big Spring Spirits, a bar and event spaces with a marketplace and cigar lounge to come.
Community Kitchen Pittsburgh Honors Jacques Pépin — And Raises Funds
The French chef, who turns 90 this year, is an advocate for free culinary training programs.
Honorary Street Named After Gus & Yia Yia’s
The bright, orange ice ball cart has been a North Side fixture since 1934.
Want to Rent a Dive Bar for Your Next Party? It's Good to Have Friends in Lo Places
Lo Places Social Club, a longtime shot-and-a-beer bar in McKees Rocks, is now booking events, including chef pop-up dinners.
Hot Dogs and Horse Trading in Zelienople
"Meat" our food editor at Saturday’s ShuBrew Hot Dog Eating Contest. She’ll be the chili dog.
The History of the Banana Split (and Other Surprising Banana Moments in Pittsburgh)
The fruit’s local lore includes an exploding produce warehouse, an iconic album cover and a dessert known the world over.
Pittsburgh Restaurants: What’s New and What’s on the Way
The local dining scene is hotter than a heat dome.
A Round of Applause for Palm Palm
The restaurant, a concept from the folks behind Downtown’s Ritual House, opens July 6 with vintage West Coast vibes.
Local Family Went Through Hell to Keep Fry Bar Going
Cousins Ashley Taylor and LaShawn Espy run the restaurant, which is now located in Allegheny West.
Here’s a Look at the First Jenny Lee Breakfast Nook
A take-out joint to start, the eatery’s menu features 5 Generation Bakers’ sweet and savory breads.
Latrobe-based Wildcat Championship Belts Has a Ringside Seat to Major League Eating
Founded in 2005, the business makes title belts for WWE, Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest and Picklesburgh.
6 Places in Pittsburgh for Ice Cream and Cold Desserts
Two interns scout out some of our old favorites and some newish spots around the Steel City.
Pitt Partners With Coffee Tree Roasters to Create Its Own Blends Roasted on Campus
The beans are roasted in-house at Unwind, a cafe inside the university’s largest dining hall.
Lawrenceville Market House Looks to Refresh Its Food Offerings
Oliver’s Donuts, Main Street Diner & Kickback Cafe and Simply Burgers & Fries are closing to make way for new dining concepts.
This Local Nursery Specializes in Plants — and Penn State Ice Cream
Flora Park Garden Center’s creamery sells 24 flavors of the university’s legendary dessert.
Hey Babe Is Open for Business
The East Liberty cocktail lounge is the brainchild of industry veterans (and lovebirds) Danielle Cain and Rob Hirst.
What’s the Buzz About Kyuramen?
One of the largest ramen restaurant chains in the country has two locations in the Pittsburgh area.
Links Brewing Co. Taps Into Its Target Audience at Local Golf Courses
The golf-themed brewery makes in-house beers for several local country clubs and hopes to swing with national brands.
Where to Get a St. Louis-Style Pizza in Pittsburgh
Caliente Pizza & Draft House locations now offer the thin-crust, Midwestern favorite.
Hello, Baby! Meet 'Babs,' Southwestern Pa’s Mobile Infant Formula Bank
The vehicle is operated by Beverly’s PGH, a nonprofit focused on birthdays, babies and basics.
Where Can You Find Bread Beer, Barrel & Flow Tunes and Pints in a Park?
Also, Voodoo bids farewell to the North Shore.
