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Popsicle Doorbell is the secret cool treat of the Bywater

By Marielle Songy | April 14, 2021

Blackberry and cream, rosemary lemonade, mango — one dad’s quest to spend more time with his kids as turned into a refreshing treat in the Bywater.

Pittsburgh breweries with outdoor seating

UPDATED! Pittsburgh Breweries with outdoor seating for spring

By Brian Conway | April 9, 2021

With the weather sort of warming up, well warm enough to start to spend more time outdoors, several local breweries have opened or added outdoor seating so that you can stop by for a socially distant beer and some food.

NOLA PopUp Picnic

Let NOLA PopUp Picnic make your next picnic picture perfect

By Marielle Songy | March 17, 2021

Ana Suarez has always loved planning parties and events for coworkers and friends. Because the pandemic put a stop to typical parties, she wanted to create a way for people to get together and enjoy special occasions, safely. She thought picnics were the perfect fit. Armed with a degree in finance from the University of New Orleans, and her love for party planning, Suarez started NOLA PopUp Picnic in January.

Hotel One11

One11 Hotel: an old sugar refinery is now a hotel in the French Quarter

By Beth D'Addono | March 15, 2021

There hasn’t been a hotel opening in the French Quarter for more than 50 years, but that was going to change if Wayne Ducote got his way. 

black-owned vegan

Coalesce Goods: Black-owned vegan spot opens at St. Roch Market

By Beth D'Addono | March 4, 2021

You can find favorites like vegan mac and cheese on the menu at Coalesce Goods

Three Pittsburgh Black history stories that you need to know

By Lindsay Patross | February 26, 2021

Did you know that the EMS service we used today was started in the Hill District?

Pittsburgh Black Mayor Ajax Jones

Part 2: Ajax Jones is the 1st African American to serve as Mayor of Pittsburgh

By JaQuay Edward Carter | February 25, 2021

During a change of mayors, Ajax Jones held the keys to the city for 3 days

A great place to learn to ski is just 20 min from Downtown Pittsburgh

By Daymon Long | February 23, 2021

Located in Boyce Park, this ski and snowboard area is convenient and super affordable ($32/weekend, $22/weekdays)

Pittsburgh Storytellers

Meet some of the storytellers of Pittsburgh

By Lindsay Patross | February 19, 2021

From bakers to authors, here are some Pittsburghers you should meet

East End Brewing's Hard Seltzer

G&T: East End Brewing’s first hard seltzer is inspired by the classic cocktail

By Lindsay Patross | February 19, 2021

East End Brewing released their first hard seltzer. The G&T Hard Seltzer is inspired by the classic cocktail. Cans are available at the brewery now.