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Restaurant ordered close, Consumer Alert issued for Pittsburgh grocery store
The Allegheny County Health Department has closed Pittsburgh restaurant and issued a Consumer Alert for a grocer. An inspection of Negril Curbside, a Jamaican/American food stop in Hazelwood revealed 18 violations.
Millions to be lost as Pennsylvania lottery Powerball tickets near expiration
MIDDLETOWN, Pa. (WTAJ) — More than a million dollars is about to be “lost” as three Powerball tickets in Pennsylvania are set to expire. The three tickets are worth a total of $1.25 million and were sold in Philadelphia, Pittsburgh and New Tripoli (Lehigh County). A million-dollar ticket was sold at United Food Market on […]
New Mexican restaurant serves classic family recipes all day long
A new Mexican restaurant, Cantina Bar and Grill, has opened at 161 Brighton Ave. in Rochester. Tacos, which cost $4 apiece or three for $10, have been the most popular menu pick by customers since last month's opening. "We also have breakfast burritos ($7), so you can come in starting at 8 a.m.," chef...
Labor Day Weekend festivities in the ‘Burgh
With the blisteringly hot and humid days of September nearly upon us and the threat of dull dorm life – sans air conditioning — following the first full week of class, being back on the Bluff somehow seems even more laborious than it did when we pulled ourselves out of bed for that non-negotiable 8 a.m. class. Luckily, the Steel City never disappoints. The extended weekend is bursting with the perfect mix of food, music, festivities and most importantly, free things to do.
Pittsburgh Soul Food Festival returns for Labor Day weekend
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- Market Square and several blocks of the Boulevard of the Allies are full of soul food this Labor Day weekend. Officially named A Soulful Taste of the Burgh, the festival is all about soul food, which organizers say is a staple of the Black community. "So soul food is the traditional African American food that we were raised on based on our slavery. So that is wings and ribs and mac and cheese and greens and pineapples, stuff like that. A variety of different foods," explained B. Marshall, producer of Soulful Taste of the Burgh.Chicken wings are a classic example of good soul food. Frank Smith runs his food truck around Pittsburgh and says he has the best."All natural ingredients, that's why we have the best wings in the city. We don't say it, the people do," Smith said. There's also more beyond soul food. There's also Asian, Greek, Indian and even carnival food. Last year, according to VisitPittsburgh, the festival pumped over $1 million a day back into the economy.
Pittsburgh's North Side, North Shore packed with events Labor Day weekend
Aug. 29—Pittsburgh's North Shore and North Side will be bustling with activity for Labor Day weekend starting with the annual Kickoff and Rib Festival near Acrisure Stadium, which opens Thursday. There's also a University of Pittsburgh football game, TacoMania Super Fest and a Green Day concert this weekend. Additionally, the USS LST 325, a landing ship tank that was involved in the invasion ...
Monday, it’s Pittsburgh’s Labor Day Parade
Monday’s holiday will be marked Downtown in a big way by Pittsburgh’s venerable Labor Day Parade. People who regularly walk or march or drive in it and those who regularly watch it know the route: from Centre Avenue (near Washington Place) over to Grant Street and then on down the Boulevard of the Allies to Stanwix Street starting at 10 a.m. Monday.
TV Talk: Jeff Goldblum causes 'Kaos;' Caitlin O'Connor honored; WPXI reporter exits
Aug. 29—It's a busy week for performers with Western Pennsylvania ties: Friendship's Learnmore Jonasi competed and advanced to the semifinals on "America's Got Talent." (He'll next perform on the Sept. 11 episode of "AGT.") This weekend, 2007 Uniontown High School grad Caitlin O'Connor, who had a role in HBO's "Winning Time" as Dyan Cannon, will be inducted into her alma mater's hall of fame. ...
Pittsburgh's Rib Fest kicks off, continues through Monday
Aug. 29—Art Rooney Avenue outside of Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh's North Shore has been transformed into barbeque heaven for Labor Day weekend. The annual Rib Fest kicked off Thursday evening with a dozen award-winning vendors vying for various trophies, including best sauce, best ribs and people's choice. The event runs through Monday. Admission is free. Some have come as far away as South ...
Love It, Don’t List It: Local Design-Build Firm Revitalizes Homes Into Dream Spaces
When David and Judy McNally decided to remodel their single-story, 2,100-square-foot home in Mars, Pa., they began looking for a reliable design-build company. David, who works in the design-build industry, understood the benefits of working with a company that could handle everything from tearing down walls to installing light fixtures.
The science of popping popcorn | Hey Ray
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) - A tiny kernel of popcorn has a lot of science packed into it. It is a staple snack for movies, and tons of kernels have been popped and enjoyed, but how does one, hard kernel become a fluffy piece of popcorn? What happens to make this transition?According to Popcorn.org, Popcorn differs from other types of corn because its hull, or outer shell needs to have just the right thickness to allow it to burst open when that kernel is heated up. There also needs to be a little moisture inside each kernel. A precise amount of moisture, actually....
Hidden Gems: Finding Great Food in Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, often associated with its steel industry history and sports teams, is a city that offers far more than meets the eye. One of its best-kept secrets is its thriving food scene. Whether you’re a local or a visitor, discovering the hidden culinary gems of Pittsburgh can be an exciting and delicious adventure. This blog post will guide you through some of the city’s lesser-known but fantastic dining spots. So, let’s get ready to embark on a tasty journey across the Steel City!
Birds from National Aviary arrive on Pacific Ocean island to help restore extinct in the wild species
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- Three birds from Pittsburgh's National Aviary have arrived at their new home in the Pacific Ocean, where they'll play an important role in returning their species to the wild for the first time in nearly 40 years.Guam Kingfishers, known locally as sihek, haven't been spotted in the wild since 1988 after invasive brown tree snakes arrived on the island and decimated the population. But after fewer than 30 were rescued and taken into human care, the National Aviary and eight other Association of Zoos and Aquarium-accredited organizations have been working to bring the species back. Nine Guam Kingfishers,...
‘Beautifully Broken’ tour is underway: Where to buy tickets to see Jelly Roll in Pa.
The former felon and rapper turned country singer, Jelly Roll, is literally on a roll. The “Son of Sinner” and “I Am Not Okay” singer is wildly popular and on Tuesday he started his “Beautifully Broken” tour in Salt Lake City, Utah. The “Beautifully...
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