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The beginnings of America’s Mafia in New Orleans

By Matt Haines | February 4, 2020

Not only was New Orleans a center of America’s network of Mafia families… many historians believe New Orleans was the original center.

Steel City Kitties

Cat Fanciers Let the Fur Fly at Steel City Kitties Cat Show

By Amanda Reed | February 3, 2020

Mark your calendars for Steel City Kitties (cat show and convention, as recognized by the Cat Fanciers Association) when it returns in February 2020.

Edgar Snyder Super Bowl Ad

The Edgar Snyder Super Bowl Ad – a 1980’s Pittsburgh throwback

By Lindsay Patross | February 2, 2020

The law firm’s 2020 Super Bowl ad features clips from some of Edgar Snyder’s most memorable Pittsburgh commercials from the 1980s.

Krewe Of Chad ‘mayor’ claims spot on Orleans Avenue 552 hours ahead of Endymion

By Clint Durrett | January 31, 2020

The Krewe of Chad was 552 hours early – 138 times ahead of when a spot could be “reserved.”

Don’t let the takeout window fool you: Peewee’s crab cakes are worth the wait

By Marielle Songy | January 31, 2020

The menu also boasts Southern fried catfish, stuffed fish, stuffed crabs, seafood pasta, lobster, shrimp, stuffed baked potatoes, an assortment of seafood tacos on Tuesdays and much more.

Pittsburgh to Punxsutawney

This Weekend: 92 beers young, Phil & Phyllis & a flea market 

By Lindsay Patross | January 30, 2020

It’s a super weekend. From flea markets to groundhog clubs, we’ve got a few ideas to help you win at winter all the way from Pittsburgh to Punxsutawney.

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.