Food & Drink category, Page 70

Family-owned Legume Bistro, once a pioneer in Pittsburgh’s farm-to-table dining scene, is closing at the end of February. But the restaurant plans to reopen after retooling into something new. “It is with a mix of sadness, relief, and excitement that we announce Legume’s last service will be on February 29th,...

Imagine purchasing top-notch wines online and then enjoying prompt, free shipping directly to either your home or business on a routine basis. Impossible, you say? Not if you live in Pennsylvania and spend at least $99 at FineWineAndGoodSpirits.com, the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board’s ecommerce website. Consumers may also directly ship...

A new cocktail bar and restaurant in Downtown Pittsburgh, Emerson’s, will let patrons get warm on the inside and the outside: It features a fireplace. “This cold weather is the perfect time to come here,” said David Priselac, who owns Emerson’s with his wife Rachel, Mimi and Ralph Falbo and...

Following the success of August’s inaugural Greensburg Restaurant Week, organizer Think Greensburg presents the first winter version. There are 17 participating restaurants for the event Jan. 27 through Feb. 2, says Ashley Kertes, executive director of Think Greensburg. Many are returnees from the summer event. All will offer a week...

The Ligonier Valley Chamber of Commerce is kicking off the first Ligonier Valley Restaurant Tour as part of the annual Ligonier Ice Fest. The “tour” will take place from Jan. 25 through April 30, says Ruthie Stewart, events and marketing coordinator for the Ligonier Valley Chamber of Commerce. The tour...

For many of us, January is all about giving things up: Maybe we’re going to stop eating meat and embrace a plant-based diet. Or we’re ready to kick excess sugar to the curb after a holiday season awash in sweets. Or we’re committed to avoiding fast food. Starting the year...

Spoonwood Brewing Co. and Bethel Bakery are joining forces for the third time in their “have your cake and drink it, too,” campaign. In May, they introduced Retort Chocolate Raspberry Cake Stout, a combination of Spoonwood’s traditional stout with the bakery’s chocolate cake and raspberry purée. In October, the Pittsburgh...

The popular Gaucho Parrilla Argentina restaurant, where patrons line up to enjoy wood-fired grill meats, is moving to a larger space in Pittsburgh’s Cultural District. Gaucho announced on its Facebook page that it plans to move into the old Six Penn Kitchen space this spring or summer. The restaurant, owned...

The promise of a grain bowl — with vegetables arranged atop it as artfully as a wedding bouquet — is one of a bright, beautiful future. But carelessly made, it can end up a slog of chewy, underseasoned filler. Better than tossing cooked and chilled plain grains with a dressing...

A fluffy baked potato is a glorious thing, but too often you slice into the potato and it is shiny and waxy, not light and creamy in texture. Baking a potato is the easiest thing in the world, right? Then why are so many potatoes lacking in texture and flavor?...

After helping Dunkin’ launch its Beyond Sausage Sandwich last November by working the counter of a store and surprising customers, Snoop Dogg and the doughnut company are now promoting a new twist on the sandwich. Introduced on Monday, the Beyond D-O-Double G Sandwich features a Beyond Breakfast Sausage patty with...

The excitement continues with beer collaborations across the country and right here in Pennsylvania. Whether a brewery works with a band to invigorate its fan base, a local bakery to rouse your sweet tooth or a charity that is in desperate need of help, one thing is for certain —...

A British cutlery company has gotten the point. Well, to be more accurate, it’s gotten rid of the point. British silversmith company Viners has responded to a new law passed in May 2019 by the Parliament of the United Kingdom. The Offensive Weapons Act 2019 was designed to address violent...

Wigle Whiskey will be hosting a Pennsylvania icon when the award-winning Pittsburgh distillery welcomes Punxsutawney Phil. Phil and the Groundhog Club will be at the distillery’s Strip District location on Friday from 6 to 9 p.m. The groundhog will be on hand to help celebrate the release of the newest...

Tuna stuffed avocados are an easy yet impressive meal that definitely need a spot in your lunch/dinner menu rotation. No fatty mayonnaise here! Just tasty tuna, creamy avocado and loads of fresh and delicious extras. This is one of those great recipes that is super customizable. Don’t like cilantro? Leave...

I love a shiny new kitchen object as much as the next cook, and at times my kitchen has resembled a kitchen specialty store. But if you have a small kitchen, counter space and cabinet storage are at a premium. Here are some of my all-time favorite gadgets to make...

Fine diners who also enjoy getting a good deal can check out Nemacolin Woodlands Resort’s annual “Restaurant Week.” The resort, located at 1001 Lafayette Drive, Farmington, Fayette County, will host its own version of the popular event Jan. 12-17. The resort is offering a package including a 25% room rate...

Chefs with local ties who will be competing in the upcoming International Culinary Exhibition will preview their competition table display during a Jan. 18 Olympic Culinary Preview Party at the Westmoreland County Community College Youngwood campus. The event, set for 5-8 p.m. in the Student Achievement Center, also will feature...

Buy any sandwich at Penn Station East Coast Subs and get a free small order of fresh-cut fries. The sandwich shop is offering the “Happy New Year from our President” deal at all locations through Jan. 15, according to WLWT-5. Penn Station is offering free fries at all locations...

Two things are fairly predictable about January in Pittsburgh: It’s typically a cold month – and it’s a slow month for local restaurants after a busy holiday season. Brian McCollum says it’s a perfect time of year to check out some new cuisine or visit favorite dining establishments that are...

Plunge into 2020 by discovering new quality wines to expand horizons. You won’t have to break the bank to do it by taking advantage of Pennsylvania Wine and Spirits’ Chairman’s Selection program. The program began in 2004 when former Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board Chairman Jonathan Newman worked to leverage the...

If you’re a recent college graduate and looking for a job as a spokesperson for a large corporation that let’s you drive a funny car around the country, then this position with the Kraft Heinz Co. might be for you. Oscar Mayer is looking for its 2020 class of Hotdoggers....