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Community steps in to help those affected by Sucré’s abrupt closing

By Mary Staes | June 18, 2019

After the not-so-sweet news of Sucre’ confectionary’s closure Monday morning, local business owners started rallying around those who lost their jobs or dessert orders.

Bywater Bakery steps up to honor Sucre’ wedding cake orders after closure

By Mary Staes | June 17, 2019

“To all the engaged couples effected by this abrupt shutdown, Bywater Bakery has your back.”

Dawn Richard to prove New Orleans has pop stars with Essence Fest debut

By Chelsea Brasted | June 17, 2019

“I always felt New Orleans was a woman who led like a king,” she said. “I wanted to tell that story.”

Quartz brings an international twist to the 24-hour bar scene

By Mary Staes | June 17, 2019

Here, you’ll find a mix of locals and international travelers, and the concoction is magical.

A leaf of faith: We Bite’s pop-ups brings rare, unusual plants to New Orleans

By Chelsea Brasted | June 17, 2019

Carlos Detres is a planner, so it’s still a bit of a surprise to him that, a year ago, he accidentally started a plant nursery in the front room of his home.

Elmo loves Pittsburgh

Q&A: Elmo Learns Pittsburghese

By Boaz Frankel | June 17, 2019

Elmo stopped by the Carnegie Science Center to celebrate 50 years of Sesame Street. We sent Boaz Frankel to meet Elmo and teach him some Pittsburghese.

Reagan Charleston brings Croatia to the Crescent City with new jewelry line

By Chelsea Brasted | June 17, 2019

Recent days have revealed a whirlwind of changes for the local entrepreneur.

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This week(end) in Pittsburgh: Three Rivers Arts Fest returns & a deep dive into all 18 city pools

By Aadam Soorma | June 13, 2019

A look at Pittsburgh’s upcoming live music performances, beer that happens to be gluten-free and a documentary on upcycled chandeliers.

🌈Accentuate the positive☀

By Mary Staes | June 13, 2019

Get ready to accentuate the positive, people.

7 Bookstores in Pittsburgh So Hidden, You Just Might Miss Them

By Emma Diehl | June 12, 2019

For our friends who love books // we put together a subtle collection of Pittsburgh bookstores you may (or may not) have already cozied up in.