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Best of the 'Burgh 2015: Readers' Poll

Burger joints. Bar bands. Radio hosts. Here's the most popular stuff in town.

PM Readers,

Best of the 'Burgh 2015: Food & Drink

Our editors' FRESH TAKES on our favorite Pittsburgh things, including the best steamy dessert and the best restaurant for the mother-in-law.

Sean Collier, Lauren Davidson, Patrick Doyle, Elvira DiPaolo-Hoff, Brady Langmann, Eric Lidji, Kristina Martin, Mike May, Jessica Sinichak, Elaina Zachos,

Best of the 'Burgh 2015: Business & Education

Our editors' FRESH TAKES on our favorite Pittsburgh things, including the best birdcage collection and where you can do your laundry and get a massage at the same time.

Sean Collier, Lauren Davidson, Patrick Doyle, Elvira DiPaolo-Hoff, Brady Langmann, Eric Lidji, Kristina Martin, Mike May, Jessica Sinichak, Elaina Zachos,

Best of the 'Burgh 2015: Kids & Family

Our editors' FRESH TAKES on our favorite Pittsburgh things, including the best kids' consignment sale and the best place to get your pet's picture taken.

Sean Collier, Lauren Davidson, Patrick Doyle, Elvira DiPaolo-Hoff, Brady Langmann, Eric Lidji, Kristina Martin, Mike May, Jessica Sinichak, Elaina Zachos,

Best of the 'Burgh 2015: Arts & Culture

Our editors' FRESH TAKES on our favorite Pittsburgh things, including the best event you'll have a tough time attending and where you can paint your new favorite wine glass.

Sean Collier, Lauren Davidson, Patrick Doyle, Elvira DiPaolo-Hoff, Brady Langmann, Eric Lidji, Kristina Martin, Mike May, Jessica Sinichak, Elaina Zachos,

Best of the 'Burgh 2015: Style & Shopping

Our editors' FRESH TAKES on our favorite Pittsburgh things, including the best spot for wedding doodads and where early birds go to spruce up the nest.

Sean Collier, Lauren Davidson, Patrick Doyle, Elvira DiPaolo-Hoff, Brady Langmann, Eric Lidji, Kristina Martin, Mike May, Jessica Sinichak, Elaina Zachos,

Brewed in the 'Burgh, the Evolution of Our City's Brewpubs

A long-awaited update to Pennsylvania's beer-selling law prompted change to the region's brewpub scene.

Hal B. Klein,

PittGirl: A Feminist with Killer Shoes, Hear Her Rawr

PittGirl takes a history lesson in feminism, prompted by her daughter's love of dinosaurs.

Virginia Montanez,

Seasonal, Sweet & Sensational: Millie's Homemade Ice Cream

Chad and Lauren Townsend are ramping up production so more Pittsburghers can share in their frozen goodness.

Hal B. Klein,

Oakland Adding 138 Apartments Perfect for Students

The 13-story complex is aimed at easing the housing crunch near the University of Pittsburgh campus.

Richard Cook,

Update Your Bedroom with the Help of an Expert

Get inspired by this room designed by Joann Fullen.

Jessica Sinichak,

12 Glorious Pictures from High Above Pittsburgh

Magazine Staff,

Country Star Will Leave Something Special Behind in Pittsburgh

It won't be just memories of Tim McGraw's music.

Brady Langmann,

8 Best Hidden Museums in Pittsburgh

You’ve seen the dinosaurs at the Carnegie Museum of Natural History and the soup cans at The Andy Warhol Museum. They’re great spots. But if you’re looking for something a little more intimate, less crowded and funkier, try these out for a change.

Lauren Davidson,

Your Last Shot to Star on 'American Idol' is Just Days Away

Auditions are scheduled in Pittsburgh. How good is your falsetto?

Elaina Zachos,

You Can Help With Pittsburgh's Ultimate Art Project

When complete, these steps will tell a story.

PM Staff,

Remarkable Video Puts You in the Seats at Forbes Field

It will change the way you think when you walk by that ivy-covered brick wall in Oakland.

Richard Cook,

Would You Go on a Road Trip with This Guy?

Former Steelers quarterback Terry Bradshaw is part of a new reality-TV travel show, and you won't believe his traveling buddies.

Richard Cook,

Take Part in One of This Weekend's Pittsburgh Pride Events

The next few days are packed with concerts, comedy, water-balloon fights and more.

PM Staff,

The Next Big Thing in Pittsburgh's Culinary Scene?

Bread and Salt Bakery's Anti-Pasta event — which offered wine, multiple food courses, live music and flicks — best illustrates the dinner model our city desires.

Hal B. Klein,

7 Can't-Miss Movies to Enjoy: Cinema in the Park Returns

Bolstered by the new Spark! Film Series, the annual Dollar Bank Cinema in the Park lineup brings great films to some of Pittsburgh's most beautiful spots.

Sean Collier,

If Cleveland Wins NBA Championship, They Can Thank Steelers

The Cavaliers apparently don't trust their fans to make enough noise when the opposition is at the foul line.

Richard Cook,

Nick Jonas is Sharing The Love at Pride in the Street

Jonas will headline one of PrideFest's two marquee events this weekend.

Elaina Zachos,

Coming to the Big Screen, the Story of Roberto Clemente

Somewhere, Bob Prince is smiling.

PM Staff,

Rent or Buy? In Pittsburgh, Which Is Better on Your Wallet?

Also, a pizza-shop owner learns the hard way that jury duty is serious business — plus the case for Andy Warhol in 3 minutes.

Richard Cook,

On a Roll, Growth of More Bike Lanes in Pittsburgh

City planners are focusing on making one of the city's busiest areas more bike-friendly, sooner rather than later.

PM Staff,

What Makes Pittsburgh Such a Good Vacation Spot?

The 'Burgh outranks places including Charleston, S.C., Virginia Beach, Va., and Honolulu, Hawaii, for vacation destinations.

PM Staff,

What Did You Think of Slide The City?

This past weekend’s first-ever event at South Park is getting mixed reviews.

Richard Cook,

Perfect Your Arc in This Game of Ancient Athletics

See where you can make like a prehistoric hunter by throwing an atlatl-assisted spear as far as you can.

PM Staff,

No Worries, Cutch, 'Batman' Has Your Back

Michael Keaton used trash talk, and Andrew McCutchen used his bat to put a heckler in his place.

Richard Cook,