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Independent Bookstores in Pittsburgh

Guide to EVERY independent bookstore in Pittsburgh

By Cassidy Swanson | January 18, 2022

A guide to the independent bookstores in Pittsburgh. There are over a dozen independent bookstores in Pittsburgh that sell everything from new releases to mystery novels.

Handmade Halloween: Making your own costume is half of the fun

By Mary Staes | January 12, 2022

There are plenty of resources for your own DIY costume, and it won’t be the cheesy pom-pom gumball machine either.

Here’s the scoop on Salty Paws, PA’s first doggie ice cream bar and bakery

By Kristy Locklin | January 5, 2022

Flavors of the sugar and dairy-free ice cream range from vanilla, banana cream and pumpkin to blueberry, bacon and cheddar cheese.

Pittsburgh eggnog

A guide to making eggnog (& where to find eggnog in Pittsburgh)

By Wes Shonk | December 20, 2021

Tips on how to make eggnog from an expert plus where to find pre-made eggnog in Pittsburgh.

A Guide to the Best Vintage Stores in Pittsburgh

By Kelsey Swintek | December 15, 2021

We’ve got the best vintage shops, grouped by neighborhood.

The Ultimate Guide to Celebrating the 2021 Holiday Season in NOLA

By Matt Haines | December 15, 2021

From Celebration in the Oaks to Luna Fete and Reveillon, here are our favorite ways to celebrate the season.

A guide to locally made gifts in Pittsburgh

By Abbie Synan | December 15, 2021

Here is a list of places to shop for that special yinzer in your life.

How King Cake Hub became the one-stop-shop for king cakes

By Marielle Songy | December 8, 2021

Despite moving around the city and the death of one of its founders, the Hub continues being the only place you can get king cake from different bakeries under one roof.

A big book of king cakes? Your guide is here.

By Marielle Songy | November 30, 2021

Matt Haines’ 368-page book covers 75 bakeries and king cakes.

The best local gift shops in Pittsburgh

By Megha Pai | November 23, 2021

Shop small and support local this holiday season. Just hop online OR ask about in-store shopping appointments at one of these three local gift shops.