Paloma

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October 18, 2023

Two light orange drinks garnished with Grapefruit Wedges. Paloma Cocktail

The Paloma is the tropical cocktail that could stop you from ever ordering a Margarita again! Tequila, lime, and fresh grapefruit create a bright and bittersweet drink that is best enjoyed with a salt-rimmed glass.

History of the Paloma

The name “Paloma” means “dove” in Spanish, symbolizing peace and perhaps capturing the lightness of the drink. One popular story attributes the cocktail’s creation to a bartender named Don Javier Delgado in the town of Tequila, Jalisco, who served it in his bar, La Capilla in the mid-twentieth century. Today, variations abound, with mixologists experimenting with different ingredients, but the classic remains a staple for tequila lovers everywhere. Try our other spin on a Paloma by Gabe Gomez, if you like this.

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Paloma

Author: Sarah Cascone

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2 oz Casamigos Tequila Blanco
½ oz fresh squeezed lime juice
2 oz fresh squeezed grapefruit juice
¼ oz agave
2 oz sparkling water
Garnish: coarse rimming salt, fresh rosemary, grapefruit wedges

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Take your uniquely shaped rocks glass and rub a grapefruit wedge along the rim. Then dip the rim into the coarse salt. Add the lime juice, grapefruit juice, and agave to the glass.
Add a scoop of ice, pour in the tequila, and top with sparkling water. Add the fresh rosemary sprig into the cocktail and another grapefruit wedge to the rim.

Recipe by Sarah Cascone
Photography by Dave Bryce

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Pickled Pumpkin Heads

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Jordan Snowden

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October 17, 2023

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A glass jar with Pickled Pumpkin Heads in a dark setting, meat and bones sit off to the left. pickled pumpkin recipe

Equally fun and delicious, this recipe for Pickled Pumpkin Heads and daikon radish “bones” transforms into a nice chutney for a dinner of roasted meats. These can be used as an edible, creepy decorations for a Halloween party. Simple add them to your table setting and let your guests discover the delicious fun of edible decor.

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Pickled Pumpkin Heads

Author: Anna Franklin

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Edible decor is better than anything you can get at Spirit Halloween, anyways.

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2–3 mini pumpkins
Whole cloves, as many as needed
2 cups water
2 cups vinegar
1/4 cup brown sugar
2 tbsp salt
1 tsp ginger powder

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Hollow out each pumpkin and place cloves on outside of pumpkins in a skeleton or jack-o-lantern design. Place pumpkins in a large jar.
Boil water, vinegar, brown sugar, salt, and ginger until everything is dissolved.
Pour over pumpkins inside the jar and pickle for at least 3 days, or up to 2 months.

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Pickled Daikon and Rutabaga “Bones”

Author: Anna Franklin

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Put your Halloween table setting over the top!

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1 large daikon radish
2–3 large rutabaga
2 cups water
2 cups vinegar
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 tsp whole cloves
1 tsp allspice
2 tbsp salt
1 tsp ginger powder

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Peel daikon radish and rutabaga. Cut into planks and then cut bone-shaped pieces out of each plank. (You can use a bone-shaped cookie cutter for this step.)
Place “bones” in a Mason jar.
Boil water, vinegar, brown sugar, spices, salt, and ginger until everything is dissolved. Pour over veggies in jar and pickle for at least 3 days or up to 2 months.

Recipe and Styling by Anna Franklin
Photography by Dave Bryce

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Grab an Artist-Made Glass Pumpkin at The Westmoreland Museum

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October 17, 2023

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Colorful, glass-blown pumpkins with twisty stems on a wood backdrop.

The Westmoreland Museum of American Art showcases centuries of American creativity. Sculptures, paintings, and portraits line the walls, telling our visual history. Not only is the museum a gorgeous adventure, the gift shop holds even more surprises that will make any art lover swoon. Among the surprises: colorful glass pumpkins by various artists working in glass.

A Pumpkin That Lasts Forever

It can be hard to find fall decor that suits your specific style and looks as good on Thanksgiving as it does on Halloween. However, these glass pumpkins have a simple, timeless, lasting aesthetic. There are plenty of different colors to choose from, ranging from a pale orangey-yellow, to muted greens, and even bright reds.

While the perfect real pumpkin will droop and sag after a week or so, glass pumpkins will last a lifetime, if not longer.

Meet the Glass Blowers

Many of the pumpkins At the Westmoreland Museum of American Art are made by Tate Newfield and Dan Kilbride. These two artists will also have a display of products available for purchase at the museum’s Holiday Mart on December 8.

But if you’re looking for the real thing, stop by a farm on your way to or from the museum. Soergel Orchards and Trax Farms are two excellent places to pick a beautiful pumpkin to carve or display.

Story by Kylie Thomas / Photography by Dave Bryce

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Channel Your Scary Side with These 6 Pittsburgh Halloween Events

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Jordan Snowden

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October 17, 2023

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For people wearing sugar skulls, Pittsburgh Halloween Events — Photo by Sandro Gonzalez

It feels like two minutes ago, it was Labor Day. Now it’s time for things that go bump in the night and… WAIT…is that red and green decor I see taking over store aisles? We need to embrace the season before it passes in the blink of an eye. Dive into all things spooky with the following Halloween events in Pittsburgh.

‘Til Death Do Us Part-y Halloween Blowout

THIS IS RED, October 21
Step back in time to the sweet days of the 80s, if only for a few hours. Pair the bone-chilling tunes of the synth-soaked decade with drink options from Hidden Harbor, Golden Age Beer Co., Independent Brewing Co., and Lorelei. Don’t forget your spookiest costume!

Hellbender Ball

Thunderbird Cafe & Music Hall, October 21
Every year, local radio station WYEP celebrates Halloween with a tribute show. Here, Pittsburgh bands and musicians perform a set as famous artists or groups. This year’s lineup features String Machine as Lady Gaga, Nash.v.ill as Betty Davis, Chet Vincent and The Music Industry as George Harrison, Clara Kent as Erykah Badu, and Water Trash as The Doors.

Trick or Treat II

Coven Brewing, October 21
Calling all witches. Coven Brewing invites you to join their tribe for a Halloween block party on 49th Street featuring spooky eats from Streets on the Fly and special beer releases made just for the celebration. One of which is a collaboration with Pittsburgh Taco Boys that may turn you green with envy.

Baha Blahst, Photo Courtesy of Coven Brewing’s Facebook Page

The Scary Furnace

Carrie Blast Furnaces, October 21
Presented by Beers of the Burgh and Brew Gentlemen, find witchy craft vendors and a tarot booth alongside music, food trucks, and pumpkin beers from across the U.S. against the backdrop of Pittsburgh’s industrial past.

Halloween Make-&-Take Party

Protohaven, October 21
If you’re not the creative type, the idea of DIYing a gift may be more trick than treat, but tis the season to face our fears! Choose from four different family-friendly, make-and-take activities, leaving you with a boo-tiful made creation!

NonStop Broadway’s HALLOWEEN SPOOKTACULAR Karaoke and Sing-Along

Hard Rock Cafe, October 24
Instead of seeing a Halloween performance, put one on yourself during this karaoke event, where you become the star of the show. Select spooky show tunes from Wicked, Rocky Horror, Six, Beetlejuice, Little Shop of Horrors and more, then get up on stage in your scary bests.

See what else we’re excited about this October.

Story by Jordan Snowden / Send your events tips to jordan@tablemagazine.com

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Sazerac Cocktail

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Jordan Snowden

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October 16, 2023

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Two cocktails brown in color in square rocks glasses

Rye whiskey and Peychaud’s bitters meet over an Absinthe-rinsed glass to create a bright red, boozy masterpiece: the Sazerac cocktail. A sharp pepperiness from the rye whiskey is delightedly joined by a sweet black licorice-like flavor — perfect for sipping.

The History of the Sazerac Cocktail

Some people claim the Sazerac is the oldest American cocktail, originating in the 1830s. It comes from the smoky bars of New Orleans, where the French influence on the city may have been the inspiration for the absinthe wash that gives a Sazerac its character. It’s the official cocktail of New Orleans, and many have sipped and enjoyed it in the city’s romantic, lively streets. Anthony Bourdain once wrote a scene in his HBO series Treme where a character threw one in the face of food writer Alan Richman over a feud between the two. Bourdain felt Richman’s criticism of New Orleans’ food scene post-Katrina was unfair and in poor taste, hence the cocktail-in-the-face. But Richman agreed to do the scene, saying that the Sazerac “a good choice of weaponry, because it symbolizes the city.” If you can still enjoy the cocktail when someone’s throwing it in your face, you know it’s good.

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Sazerac Cocktail

Author: Sarah Cascone

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2 ½ oz WhistlePig PiggyBack Rye Whiskey 6-Year-Old
4 dashes Peychaud’s Bitters
Grande Absinthe Rinse
1 brown sugar cube
½ tsp cold water
Garnish: Lemon Peel

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Rinse a chilled rocks glass with absinthe, discarding any excess, and set aside the glass.
In a cocktail mixing glass, muddle the sugar cube, water, and Peychaud’s bitters. Fill the mixing glass with ice, add the rye whiskey, and stir for 15–20 seconds, until well-chilled.
Strain into the prepared rocks glass. Twist the lemon peel over the drink’s surface to express the peel’s oils, then garnish with the peel.

Recipe by Sarah Cascone
Photography by Dave Bryce

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AIA Pittsburgh to Hold Second-Annual Pittsburgh Architecture Week

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Kylie Thomas

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October 16, 2023

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Pittsburgh Steelers Pro Shop building lit up at night. — Photo courtesy of AIA Pittsburgh's Facebook

The high-rising Cathedral of Learning in Oakland, Downtown’s glass PPG Place building: Pittsburgh has some of the most beautiful buildings in the world. Now, for the second year, the City of Bridges is embracing its unique styles of architecture with Pittsburgh Architecture Week.

What Is Pittsburgh Architecture Week?

Last year, AIA Pittsburgh and the Pittsburgh Architecture Foundation put together the first Pittsburgh Architecture Week to introduce the public to how architecture interacts with their everyday lives. The two organizations are back for a second year with more fun and educational events for the community.

What Events Are There?

Pittsburgh Architecture Week will kick off on October 6 with a Modular Building Factory Tour from the Green Building Alliance. Participants will be bussed to the Structural Modular Innovations home factory in Strattanville, where guides will give educational presentations on the way to and from the factory on top of the educational tour within the factory.

The tour will focus on the company’s efforts to make modular construction more environmentally friendly and provide information on how quality control of the building process starts with the workers in the factory and continues throughout the process. It’s an excellent opportunity to learn more about the future of housing construction in Pittsburgh from where it all starts.

Then the rest of the first day will include an AIA Open Studio Crawl in Bloomfield and an exhibition by the Heinz Architectural Center at the Carnegie Museum of Art. The presentation is titled Unsettling Matter, Gaining Ground, and focuses on fossil fuel economies. Through 10 different bodies of work, Unsettling Matter tells the story of the impact of fossil fuel sites on communities and the environment they destroy.

Are There Any Design-Focused Events?

The week’s events go beyond the actual construction. A PechaKucha Night on October 9, for example, gives creatives a chance to present 20 photos of anything they’ve been working on. Afterward, they can use the opportunity to network with and get feedback from other creatives in the area. Pittsburgh also holds its annual Design Pittsburgh showcase. Here, the community can view new architectural design exhibitions and even vote on the People’s Choice Award in the Design Award Competition.

Finally, to close Pittsburgh Architecture Week, a free showing of the Cuban documentary Unfinished Spaces will take place at Carnegie Mellon University. The award-winning film tells the story of Fidel Castro’s dream to build the Cuban National Arts Schools to make his utopia come to life and the young artists assigned to the design.

Are There Events For Kids?

Throughout the week, the kiddos will have many opportunities to participate in their architectural passions. Starting on October 7, Carnegie Mellon University’s College of Fine Arts will hold an Architecture Learning Network Education Fair. This fair is explicitly designed for children in grades K-12 interested in architecture. There will be interactive activities for all ages throughout the day and information on career paths and opportunities.

The excitement of architecture continues for families with the next event, a Downtown Skyscraper Rooftop Tour with Mark Houser. Who hasn’t dreamt of seeing the city from the highest point? The tour tells stories about some of Pittsburgh’s most prominent business people. You’ll take in these tales as you awe at the top of the Koppers, Oliver, Clark, and Benedum-Trees Buildings. Also, if you’re looking to explore more of the area, there is a Downtown walking tour on October 13.

Two other walking tours are offered on October 7 through Deutschtown and Wilkinsburg. Then another through Squirrel Hill on October 8. All these tours will include insights into the towns’ start and fun facts about their historic buildings. The Squirrel Hill walking tour will also have a special introduction to one of the city’s oldest synagogues in honor of Sukkot, a week-long Jewish holiday.

What If I Have Questions?

Besides walking tours, community members can attend different panels throughout the week from the NOMA: U Dream Panel. The Reimagining Cities/Downtown Panel will provide information and answer any questions you may have.

More information on Pittsburgh Architecture Week can be found at here, where new events may be added closer to the date.

Story by Kylie Thomas

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6 Lawrenceville Restaurants For Craft Food and Beverages

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Kylie Thomas

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October 16, 2023

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A glass of white wine sits next to a flatbread on a silver rectangle plate. Lawrenceville restaurant — Photo courtesy of The Forge's Facebook. @malhari.media

Lawrenceville started as one of the largest industrial hubs in Pittsburgh. But more recently, it has become one of the top towns in the city for delicious eats and drinks. Rather than go to a restaurant for dinner and then to a bar for cocktails, why not get the best of both worlds? These six restaurants are all spots in Lawrenceville where you can grab something to eat while enjoying elevated drinks.

The Vandal

Lawrenceville’s wine bar and restaurant carries a variety of dinner options. The restaurant serves fresh oysters and tender duck breast that pair perfectly with their vast wine selections. Or, if you’re not too hungry, you can get an appetizer to split, such as heirloom tomatoes, and focus on the drink side of things.

Church Brew Works

Breweries may carry small snacks to eat while drinking, but this one ensures you leave full of food and beer. The building is a renovated old church and has glorious dinner dishes to match, from lobster mac and cheese to traditional pierogis. Plus, they brew all their own draft beers and have cocktails for those who prefer something different.

The Forge

Are you seeking a cozy vibe, excellent drinks, and Mediterranean cuisine? Look no further; this restaurant has you covered with traditional small plates. Feel at home eating shawarma hummus or whipped ricotta, and drinking their unique cocktail selections. It’s a great place for authentic dining, and they even ship their pita bread from Israel.

The Abbey On Butler Street

What makes this restaurant so special is that it’s actually a pub, bistro, and coffeehouse all under one roof. Take your pick from The Coffeehouse, The Parlour Bar, or The Vesper Room to indulge in lunch, dinner, or brunch. Every room also includes a large selection of beer, wine, and seasonal cocktails. Even The Coffeehouse carries a variety of coffee-themed cocktails.

Umami

This is the spot to enjoy classic Japanese food and drinks, highlighting a modern twist. The atmosphere is reminiscent of the streets of Japan and features neon lights throughout. They specialize in sushi, ramen, and sake for all Asian cuisine cravings. If you’re not looking for liquor, they serve several beers imported from Japan.

The Nook

This brunch eatery will help you start your day, delighting in waffles and a mimosa. There’s something for everyone to enjoy, with choices of sandwiches, sweet French toast, and savory waffles. Plus, they carry drinks beyond the classic mimosa, like espresso martinis and Moscow mules.

Story by Kylie Thomas

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Mom’s Basic Chili

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Jordan Snowden

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October 16, 2023

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An aerial view of a bowl of chili, red in color

For every chili enthusiast, there is a chili recipe. This is the chili Rhonda Schuldt grew up eating, and it is still her starting point for any variation that might come along. It is infinitely adaptable (including into other types of chili) and its versatility offers a wide range of uses for any leftovers.

Tips for Making a Chili Recipe

This is an excellent make-ahead recipe that is easily doubled. Leftovers freeze well for a variety of future uses! To go vegan, use shredded tofu or pulled jack fruit in place of the ground meat and garnish with vegan cheese shreds and plain almond yogurt. Swap out the beans in the basic recipe with any combination of beans you desire – garbanzo, cannellini, northern, etc. To make a thicker version, add a small can of tomato paste in addition to the tomato sauce. I also like to add a can of drained, fire-roasted diced tomatoes.

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Mom’s Basic Chili

Author: Rhonda Schuldt
Yield: 8 pints 1x

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A chili recipe to warm your heart and soul.

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2 pounds ground beef (turkey, chicken, or pork)
1 medium onion, chopped
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 8-ounce can tomato sauce
1 tablespoon white or cider vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
2 15-ounce cans red kidney beans
2 15-ounce cans red beans
1 15-ounce can black beans
2 cups water
1 can Rotel® tomatoes (tomatoes with green chilies)
1 small can chopped green chilis
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, or more for desired heat)
1 package ( 1 oz.) of your favorite chili seasoning (Mom uses Williams® Original Chili Seasoning)
Salt and pepper to taste

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In a large stock pot, brown the ground meat and onions. Drain well and return to the pot; add remaining ingredients. Simmer for 30-45 minutes.
Serve with shredded cheese, sour cream (or plain Greek yogurt), diced onions and hot sauce, if desired.

Recipe by Rhonda Schuldt
Story by Keith Recker

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Calling all Home Cooks: Enter TABLE Magazine’s Apple Recipe Challenge

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Jordan Snowden

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October 16, 2023

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Six apples, with a seventh cut in half, lay on a strip of brown paper on top of a wooden table. — Photo by Tuqa Nabi

Does your apple pie stand out from the rest? Do you have a unique, unexpected way to incorporate apples into a dinner dish? Do friends and family go crazy for your apple muffins? In honor of apple season, TABLE Magazine invites you to share your best recipe using the versatile fruit — whether breakfast, lunch, a midnight snack, or something far or in between.

Anyone submitting a recipe for consideration will qualify for a drawing to receive a $50 Mediterra gift card. The winning recipe will be made and photographed by TABLE Magazine and shared on our website for others to enjoy. The winner will also receive a $250 Mediterra gift card. Entries must be received by October 27, 2023.

THIS CONTEST IS NOW CLOSED.

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5 Taprooms in Pittsburgh for Cider Cravings

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Kylie Thomas

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October 16, 2023

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A glass of cider in an Arsenal Cider House cup on a wooden table. — Photo courtesy of Arsenal Cider House

Cider has an apple base that’s both acidic and sweet at the same time. It’s fermented, tangy, rich, and has a fruity undertone that shines with a brilliant tartness. You won’t find another beverage with the same uniqueness that cider brings. In order to get the best flavor, venture out for a glass at a taproom. Here are five places in Pittsburgh to indulge your hard cider cravings.

Threadbare Cider House

Troy Hill

A rustic atmosphere coincides nicely with fresh cider. Threadbare has a homey atmosphere and plenty of different flavors on tap to explore. There are fruity ciders like Cherry, Hometown Lemonade, and Perry the Pear—or less sugar-forward ciders like Ginger, Allegheny Dry, and Oaked and Wild. With so many to taste, you can get a flight and try them all.

Arsenal Cider House

Lawrenceville, Dormont, Wexford

Small-batch brewing is what makes Arsenal different from other cider houses. It’s also the first cidery in Western Pennslyvania and has made quite the name with a Civil War theme modeled after the Allegheny Arsenal. Besides a deep history, the list of ciders is neverending—delight in sour flavors, pumpkin spice, fruity tastes, and much more.

Independent Brewing Company

Squirrel Hill

This upscaled brewing encounter is on the famous corner of Forbes and Shady Avenue. While sipping on cider, have a bowl of Butternut Squash Soup or share an Asado Platter packed with grilled meats and blistered shishito peppers. There are plenty of choices, plus a choice to dine inside or outside.

Southern Tier Brewing

North Shore

Beat the inflated prices at PNC Park and enjoy Bold Rock Ciders after the game. Southern Tier originated in Lakewood, NY, but has quickly taken over the Pittsburgh brewing scene. Pomegranate, blackberry, and apple are just a few seasonal choices you’ll find on tap during fall. Even if cider isn’t your thing, the beer selection combines Lakewood and Pittsburgh-brewed picks.

KingView Meadhouse

Mt. Lebanon

A warm and cozy medieval hall is a fantastic place to enjoy a goblet of cider. KingView Meadhouse is truly a memorable dining experience with medieval-themed food to match. Raiding Chili and Loki Lobster Bisque are just some perfect options during chilly days. They also aren’t afraid to put twists on regular cider flavors, like with their Banana Berry hard cider.

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A Pumpkin That Lasts Forever

Meet the Glass Blowers

The History of the Sazerac Cocktail

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What Is Pittsburgh Architecture Week?

What Events Are There?

Are There Any Design-Focused Events?

Are There Events For Kids?

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Tips for Making a Chili Recipe

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