Category Archives: dessert

Italian Feasting (With A Side Of Decorative Weaponry) At Zarra’s

posted by: | February 3, 2015
Achievement: #66. Dinner at Zarra's

Zarra’s: cutting between Polish Hill and Schenley Park, you might have been past it once (or if you’re us, a hundred times). What’s inside? Some unique style, some wild history, and some big, bold Italian dishes. Take a look! Continue reading →

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Filed under #66, #66-15, dessert, dinner, italian food, oakland, wine

Showdown on Route 22: Dick’s v. Dean’s

posted by: | January 26, 2015
Achievement: #7. Dick's v Dean's Diner-Off

On Route 22, you will find two diners about 25 minutes apart. Both looked promising, but who would emerge the victor between them? Come see our side-by-side comparison of two lovely greasy spoons: Dick’s and Dean’s! Continue reading →

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Filed under #7, #7-15, breakfast, dessert, diner, food, outside the city

Pittsburgh Restaurant Week: The Wooden Nickel Is Golden

posted by: | January 17, 2015
Achievement: #26. Winter Restaurant Week

If you’re looking for something to enjoy outside the city limits during Pittsburgh Restaurant Week, you’d do well to try out the Wooden Nickel. Come take a look at what’s on the menu! Continue reading →

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Filed under #26, #26-15, byob, dessert, dinner, monroeville, restaurant, restaurant week

Pittsburgh Cocktail Week: A Disco Drink Donnybrook

posted by: | November 9, 2014
Achievement: #34. Pittsburgh Cocktail Week

Better late than never, eh? This is our recap of the 2nd annual Pittsburgh Cocktail Week from earlier in the fall. Check out the tasty concoctions as we take you from Downtown to Lawrenceville to Shadyside and beyond! Continue reading →

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Filed under #34, #34-14, bar, beer, booze, cocktail week, cocktails, dessert, drinking, education, mezcal, over 21, pittsburgh, tequila, verde

Page Dairy Mart: Believe The Hype

posted by: | September 5, 2014
Achievement: #39. Visit 3 Ice Cream Stands

On a recent summer’s eve, we made a stop at a little out-of-the-way gem known as the Page Dairy Mart. Just how good was the soft-serve? Read along and find out. Continue reading →

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Filed under #39, #39-14, dessert, ice cream, south side

Drive, Bike, Run Out To Vivo Kitchen In Sewickley

posted by: | August 16, 2014
Achievement: #4. Suburb Dinner Feature | #70. Pittsburgh Restaurant Week (Summer)

At least once every Restaurant Week, we like to stretch a bit and travel outside the city limits for a meal. This time we tried Vivo in Sewickley…and it would have been worth the trip even on foot! This place did nothing but impress; come closer and take a look! Continue reading →

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Get Your Fill With A Stellar Meal At Proper Brick Oven & Tap Room

posted by: | August 15, 2014
Achievement: #70. Pittsburgh Restaurant Week (Summer)

We think we’re pretty well keyed in to what’s happening in the Pittsburgh food scene, but sometimes things slip by. We’d never heard of Proper Brick Oven & Tap Room before, but after dinner there this Restaurant Week, you can rest assured we’ll be back! Check it out. Continue reading →

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Filed under #70, #70-14, bacon, cocktails, dessert, dinner, downtown, drinking, restaurant, restaurant week, steak, summer

Carnivores, Take Heed: Union Pig & Chicken Is A Can’t-Miss

posted by: | August 14, 2014
Achievement: #70. Pittsburgh Restaurant Week (Summer)

We love a good barbecue, and Union Pig & Chicken works wonders with their meats. From brisket to pork to pastrami, they’ve got it all on lockdown (like Lindsay Lohan), so grab your phone and schedule a stop at Union today! Continue reading →

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Filed under #70, #70-14, barbeque, beer, booze, dessert, dinner, east liberty, meat, restaurant, restaurant week, summer

Pittsburgh Restaurant Week: #BloggerDinner At @TamariPgh

posted by: | August 13, 2014
Achievement: #70. Pittsburgh Restaurant Week (Summer)

We return to a favorite from last winter’s Restaurant Week for dinner and drinks with some fellow bloggers. What an evening! Take a look at the mouth-watering options and make a reservation at Tamari! Continue reading →

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Filed under #70, #70-14, churros, cocktails, dessert, dinner, drinking, lawrenceville, pittsburgh, restaurant, restaurant week, summer

Starting Pittsburgh Restaurant Week In Style: A Magical Evening At Altius

posted by: | August 11, 2014
Achievement: #70. Pittsburgh Restaurant Week (Summer)

We hit the jackpot on our first evening out for Summer Restaurant Week. Altius is a top-notch dining establishment with incredibly well thought-out food and wine pairings, stellar service, and a magnificent view of downtown Pittsburgh. Get a seat there this week! Continue reading →

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