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Dear Chad, please don’t be a jerk for Mardi Gras

By Mary Staes | January 30, 2020

There are a few things you should know so you don’t come off as overly rude.

A Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Guide to New Orleans: the ultimate turn up

By Angelique Dyer | January 30, 2020

At least twice a month, a friend is in my DMs asking what’s the best place for bottomless mimosas. You asked, I deliver, babies. Here are some of my favorite places to indulge responsibly on bottomless whatever!

SAT Feb. 8: Come to The Very Local Beer Game Show – Try a beer for FREE

By Stephanie Brea | January 28, 2020

Join us at the Hitchhiker Winter Pop-Up (in Allentown) // Compete in 3 retro games // Show off your local beer knowledge // Discounted Beers of the Burgh tickets

Day Trip to Lafayette - Very Local

A Weekend in Lafayette: The Capital of Cajun Country

By Matt Haines | January 28, 2020

Whether it’s Zydeco music — Cajun food, or one of countless other unique cultural attributes — when we arrive in Lafayette we arrive at the gateway to a world unlike any other.

Best brunch spots to avoid the Carnival crowd

By Alex Galbraith | January 28, 2020

At some point this Carnival season, you’re going to want a breakfast free from tourists. These spots have you covered.

Carlow flea market

Jan 24 – Feb 9: HUGE Flea Market @ Carlow University

By Lindsay Patross | January 27, 2020

Located in Oakland, proceeds from the Flea Market at Carlow will go to supporting the Carlow University Theatre Group.

The best take-out spots along the parade route that will keep you reveling, catching

By Eric Marshall | January 24, 2020

Fried chicken is the undisputed champion of the route, but these places offer a little extra beyond the staple classics.

Pho Noi Viet brings classic Vietnamese food in a family-run restaurant

By Eric Marshall | January 23, 2020

Pho Noi Viet’s small red storefront on Magazine Street is a warm and welcoming place. The Vu family makes sure of that. Whether it’s classics or something special, you can always find something more than expected.

The Pittsburgh Businesses Making Mending Mainstream

By Jessa Gibboney | January 23, 2020

Here’s a look at six local, contemporary tailors to help save your clothes, your money and our environment.

Haunted NOLA: The freezing ghost on the Royal Street rooftop

By Michael DeMocker | January 22, 2020

A golden ghost, without a stitch of clothing on, haunts a Royal Street rooftop, shivering and pacing through the night before collapsing just before dawn.