Antipasto Virgin Bloody Mary (Non-Alcoholic)

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June 6, 2025

An antipasto virgin non-alcoholic bloody mary with various antipasto garnishes like cocktail onions, olives, cheese slices, and salami.

We’re an Italian household; open up our refrigerator at any given time and you’re bound to find at least one kind of sausage and plenty of cured meats, cheeses and pickled peppers. So it’s a no brainer to use our favorite foods to up the ante on Dad’s go-to brunch cocktail, an Antipasto Virgin Bloody Mary. After all, what better way is there to spend Father’s Day than waking up to a freshly made Bloody Mary for breakfast? Dad tested, Dad approved. 

Are All Bloody Mary Mixes Non-Alcoholic?

No, not all Bloody Mary mixes are non-alcoholic. But, most stores will have exactly what you’re looking for in the case of a non-alcoholic recipe. The majority of commercially available Bloody Mary mixes are non-alcoholic, just waiting for you to add in vodka (or other spirits). They are essentially pre-made bases containing tomato juice as well as a blend of spices like Worcestershire sauce, horseradish, hot sauce, celery salt, and black pepper. However, it is still possible to find some pre-mixed, bottled Bloody Mary cocktails that already contain alcohol. To be safe, it’s best to always check the label to confirm.

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Antipasto Virgin Bloody Mary (Non-Alcoholic)

Author: Katrina Tomacchio

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In the peak of summer tomato season, what could be more refreshing than a Bloody Mary?

Ingredients

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4 oz Briney Mary Bloody Mary Mix
2 oz Amethyst Lemon, Cucumber, Serrano Non-Alcoholic Botanical Spirit 
1 tsp olive brine
1 tbsp lemon juice

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Mix together Bloody Mary Mix, Amethyst Botanical Spirit, olive brine, and lemon juice in a mason jar or highball glass.
Garnish with an antipasto skewer of cheese, salami, olives, pepperoncini & Italian sausage, as well as a  sprig of fresh dill.
For the rim – mix garlic powder, onion powder, Italian herbs, black pepper &  Kosher salt.

Recipe by Katrina Tomacchio of Loaded Food Group  
Styling by Anna Franklin
Photography by Dave Bryce

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Recipes to Make Dad for Father’s Day

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Kylie Thomas

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June 5, 2025

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Roasted Shrimp, Clams, Asparagus and Leeks on a sheet pan, garnished with lemon wedges. Sheet Pan Roasted Shrimp, Clams, Asparagus and Leeks Recipe

With Father’s Day right around the corner, we asked some of our staff to have their dads pick out recipes for the perfect meal they’d like made. Some put a cocktail at the top of their list while others focused on savoring a sweet element at the end of their meal (in true dad-fashion). Either way, we invite you to take inspiration from our own dads when making your Father’s Day meal. Maybe you’ll choose to add in Bombay-Style Sandwiches for a quick and cooling lunch in the heat. Or, much like our own fathers, you’ll choose to make dessert the star with our Hazelnut Avocado Semi-Freddo.

Father’s Day Recipes to Make Dad for Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Advertising and Editorial Coordinator Ethan Chmura’s Dad’s Picks

Ham, Bacon, and Cheddar Breakfast Pastry Puffs

Six Breakfast Pastry Puffs sit on butcher paper as a bit of blackberry topping peaks in from the right side.

Starting off dad’s morning with a meat-filled breakfast pastry means he starts his day with a smile on his face. These pastry puffs burst with smoky ham, crumbled bacon, and slices of cheddar cheese. It’s a satisfying breakfast all in a handheld form.

Anti-Inflammatory Butternut Squash and Lentil Soup

Two soup bowls filled with orange butternut squash soup topped with shredded leaf garnishes and a spoon.

A hearty soup can be a lunch all on its own. Not only does this Butternut Squash and Lentil Soup have anti-inflammatory properties but it’s also delicious. You can cook this recipe ahead of time in case the holiday is a packed schedule of family events. Just be sure to pick up some crusty bread for dipping.

Paprika Deviled Eggs

A small brown plate holds four deviled eggs topped with paprika as a plate of pea puree triangles sit in the upper left corner.

Something about Europeans and Deviled Eggs just makes sense and for Ethan’s dad, it’s reminiscent of his upbringing. These Paprika Deviled Eggs carry a bit of spice to them, something we know all dads can appreciate. Plus, we have tips at the ready so you can create the smoothest filling possible.

Ricotta Vegetarian Meatballs

Even though Ethan’s father is a meat-lover at heart, cheese runs a very close second. Our Ricotta Vegetarian Meatballs are so juicy and delicious you won’t even miss the ground beef. They also come with a homemade tomato sauce that his dad notes they don’t often get a chance to have at home, making this dish a winner all around as part of his dinner choice.

Beef Short Rib Plov

Wrapping up his Father’s Day recipe picks, Ethan’s dad points out Beef Short Rib Plov as a main course. He notes that if all the best foods in the world were combined in one super recipe, the above would be what he goes for first. Imagine slow-cooked beef short rib with savory rice and hearty vegetables. We promise this is a dish that’s worth the wait.

Online Editor Emma Riva’s Dad’s Picks

Great Gourmet Burger

Nothing screams Father’s Day like a burger fresh off the grill! Our Great Gourmet Burger is the ultimate experience made with four-meats and any toppings you desire. Who knew bacon, beef, turkey, and pork could go together so well?

Bombay-Style Sandwiches

A person holds a Bombay Style sandwich with a pink blanket below their hands. A while plate with various food item sits at the top of the photo.

This street-food combines the textures of creamy cheese, juicy tomatoes, and crunchy cucumber for a simple but flavorful lunch. Make your own Peanut Mint Cilantro Chutney to smear between the layers of cheese and vegetables and complete our Bombay-Style Sandwiches.

Spaghetti alla Nerano

Classic and Italian, Spaghetti alla Nerano uses thinly sliced zucchini and the addition of provolone which coats the spaghetti in a creamy sauce. Plus, this recipe, inspired by Stanley Tucci’s, brings the dad-vibes fully to life.

Editor-in-Chief Keith Recker’s Dad’s Picks

Cosmopolitan, A Cocktail for Libra

A cocktail for Libra includes tow glasses filled with a pink cosmopolitan with lemon garnish against a black background.

Who says pink, fruity drinks can’t be for dad too? We wouldn’t blame him for wanting to sip on our version of a Cosmopolitan, flirting with orange liqueur, lime and cranberry juice, simple syrup, and vodka. Bonus points if dad’s a Libra too!

Watermelon Salad

Watermelon may not be your first choice of salad topping but we promise this Watermelon Salad will immediately change your mind. We complement the sweet taste of watermelon with chunks of salty feta cheese, the tang of lemon juice, and earthy, farm-picked vegetables.

Sheet Pan Roasted Shrimp, Clams, Asparagus, and Leeks

A filling bowl of seafood may be just what dad craves, and is so easy for you to make. Just coat shrimp, clams, asparagus, and leeks in butter, white wine, lemon, and parsley before roasting in the oven.

Director of Operations Star Laliberte’s Dad’s Picks

Halibut and Asparagus in Papillote with Olive and Herb Relish

A plate of fish in papillote with an olive and herb relish.

While this meal looks complicated in the photo, it’s actually as simple as wrapping your Halibut and Asparagus in parchment paper (papillote) accompanied by a brushing of Olive and Herb Relish. It’s then baked in the oven for a tender and elegant result.

Baby Kale Salad

Salads should be made to leave you satisfied and this Baby Kale Salad hits all the marks. We top it with citrus marinated artichoke hearts and a homemade lemon vinaigrette dressing. It’s fresh, summery, and great for lunch on Father’s Day.

Hazelnut Avocado Semi-Freddo

Of course you have to end Father’s Day with a treat as sweet as dad. The use of avocado in this Semi-Freddo adds a touch of unique flavor while also creating a super smooth base for caramelized hazelnuts to be sprinkled over top.

Story by Kylie Thomas

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Easy Summer Activities to Keep Kids Busy

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Samuel

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June 4, 2025

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Two girls hang outside on a blanket during the summer.

School’s out, and summer vacation unfurls in front of parents and children like a ribbon so long no one can quite see its end. Kids love the feeling of infinite free time. Parents perhaps less so. I combined childlike, freewheeling joy with a grown-up sense of purpose by creating a day of family fun. Starting with a handmade game, then moving into creative snack time, and finishing with a craft activity with keepsake-quality results, I made this the best day ever with masterful planning. It was so good, in fact, that we might do it a few more times across the summer.

Easy Activities for Kids During Summer Vacation

Tin Can Toss Game

My kids love nothing more than getting permission to knock something over. This tin can toss game provided a lot of squealing and delight for them, and a sense of satisfaction for me at finally reusing tin cans piling up in our recycling. Wrap the tin cans in patterned paper from used gift bags or have your kids paint on paper. Secure the paper using double-sided tape, or if you’ve got the time and want the cans to hold up to several competitive rounds of toss, decoupage them. Wool dryer balls proved the perfect soft ball to toss around at will.

Edible Bugs

As the old saying goes, if your kids won’t eat it (celery), make it into a bug and put candy eyes on it. I’ve never seen my girls gobble up celery sticks quicker than they did with this snack. We used peanut butter as the “glue” for the sweet variations like grape, apple, and kiwi and softened cream cheese for the savory grape tomato and cucumber. Using raw cashews as heads proved the biggest challenge for tiny hands, so the kids were in charge of assembling the larger grape and grape tomato versions.

The chocolate beetles were made using Nutter Butter cookies dipped in dark chocolate. We used mini-pretzel fragments for the legs and antennae.

Botanical Sun-Printed Napkins

If you’re looking for an art project that gets everyone outside and results in beautiful keepsakes, look no further than sunprinting. The materials include solar dye (jacquardproducts.com), white unbleached linen napkins, and collected botanicals from around the yard. Have your kids collect branches, leaves, ferns or flora (the larger the better). The dye needs to be applied to the fabric in a dark room (it will begin developing the minute any sun hits), so go to the basement or lower the shades while you dip the fabrics in the dye or brush it on.

Place the fabric on something hard such as cardboard, and place botanicals in the pattern you desire. We put a piece of plexiglass over top of the design and carried it outside to develop for 30 or so minutes in full sun. The kids loved watching the colors change and couldn’t believe the magic of the final result. It is the perfect artwork to wear, hang in a bedroom, or use as a scarf for beloved wall animals.

A kid plays with an edible bug made of celery and grapes.

Story, Photography, and Styling by Erin Kelly

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Summer Outdoor Dining Guide 2025

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Star Laliberte

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June 1, 2025

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a narrow passage between brick buildings with graffiti set up for outdoor dining with black iron tables and chairs and white cafe umbrellas

Take a look at our Pittsburgh Summer Outdoor Dining Guide for 2025! We have Pittsburgh outdoor dining destinations near and far, whether you want a romantic date night in the city or a day trip with the family. Outdoor dining is one of the best ways to enjoy a day out. So, we hope you get to take advantage of the beauty of summer with these al fresco experiences.

Enjoy Summer Outdoor Dining at these Pittsburgh Area Restaurants

Biergarten

Located on the 9th floor of downtown Pittsburgh’s trendy Kimpton Hotel Monaco is an open-air space perfect for an evening of cocktails and small plates with friends. Their menu offers German-influenced bar bites like the BG Pretzel, a giant soft pretzel served with beer cheese, as well as a smoked & aged cheddar cheese spread, bar nuts flavored with rosemary, cayenne and brown sugar, and a handful of other tasty bites. In addition to refreshing cocktails they offer an exhaustive list of European beer. Sit and enjoy the breeze or play a supersized game of Jenga with a view.

Bigham Tavern

Enjoy Bigham Tavern’s famous wings and elevated pub grub al fresco now in TWO spots this season. Bigham Tavern at Bridgewater, opening this summer, will provide an expansive outdoor dining scene with live music on the banks of the Beaver River. The original Mount Washington location boasts a large covered patio to enjoy those cool, summertime cocktails or a game of corn-hole. They invite you to join them for weekend brunch or their ever-popular Wing Wednesdays and Trivia Thursdays! Contact them for private dining options. Reservations can be made online.

Bistro To Go

Bistro to Go offers a delightful selection of made-from-scratch meals, including sandwiches, salads, and classic Southern dishes. While the primary focus is on providing quick and delicious meals for those on the go, the establishment also offers outdoor dining options, allowing patrons to enjoy their meals in the fresh air. This makes it a convenient choice for those looking to savor quality food in a relaxed setting.

Coughlin’s Law

Perfect for summer plans in Mt. Washington or Mt. Nebo, Coughlin’s Law has the patio space for you! Both locations offer outdoor dining and full bar to meet your food or drink needs. We have house brewed beers on tap along with a seasonal cocktail menu featuring a frozen drink flight. This season’s food menu is also filled with great options including appetizers, handhelds and entrees. Hope you can join us this summer!

Dive Bar & Grille

Looking for a great outdoor dining spot this summer? Dive Bar & Grille in Indiana Township offers the perfect outdoor dining space. Known for their exceptional service and vibrant atmosphere, Dive Bar & Grille is dedicated to providing superior customer service. Enjoy great food, signature cocktails, an expansive menu, and a wide selection of beers and wines on their inviting patio. Stop by and make Dive Bar & Grille your new favorite hangout spot. Don’t forget to visit our other locations in North Hills, Lawrenceville, South Side, and Regent Square.

Eighty Acres Kitchen & Bar

At Eighty Acres, patrons will enjoy three-season dining on the restaurant’s newly renovated patio. It’s designed to provide filtered sun rays during the brightest time of day and warmth on colder nights. The exterior of Eighty Acres recently underwent a full facelift; the facade now matches the modern farm-to-table cozy home aesthetic of the inside. If you love fresh food and fresh atmosphere, there is a seat waiting for you!

Elia Mediterranean Grille

Experience the vibrant flavors of Mediterranean fusion at Elia Mediterranean Grille in Warrendale, PA. Step into a bustling atmosphere where the lively ambiance complements the delectable menu offerings. Indulge in dishes like the Lollipop Lamb Chops, Elia Signature Salad, and authentic Greek desserts such as Baklava, all crafted from fresh, high-quality ingredients. Whether you’re dining in or ordering takeout, Elia promises an unforgettable culinary journey.

Fig & Ash

A wood-flamed mash-up of Modern Americas with Classic European influences, guests discover just how delicious home-away-from-home scratch cooking can be at Fig & Ash in the North Side. Enjoy an outdoor dining experience on their fully covered patio that’s comfortable in both rain or shine. On cooler nights, the restaurant turns on several outdoor fire pits and heaters to keep patrons cozy. Reservations are strongly encouraged!

Girasole

An authentic Pittsburgh Italian restaurant tradition, Girasole is located in the quaint neighborhood of Shadyside. Dine Italian-style surrounded by rustic stone walls as if you are in the wine cellar of a villa. Or, sip and savor delicious offerings on the deck or front walk.

Johnson Estate Winery

What better way to spend an afternoon than sampling delicious award-winning wines paired with a unique cheese and charcuterie board at Johnson Estate Winery in Westfield, NY? Enjoy the rich green vistas of Johnson Estate’s vineyards at FLIGHT, the winery’s outdoor tasting venue. Open Friday-Mondays (11am-5pm) in July and August – and Wednesdays and Thursdays (5:00-8:30pm) for After Hours Food and Drink. Visit NYS’s oldest estate winery – it’s worth the trip from Pittsburgh!

Pizzaiolo Primo – Market Square

Experience authentic Neapolitan cuisine in the heart of Pittsburgh’s bustling Market Square. Guests can dine amidst the exciting European ambiance of the first floor, or sit back on the relaxing second floor with a glass of their favorite vino. For those who prefer to enjoy their meal in the fresh air, Pizzaiolo Primo offers a charming outdoor patio, perfect for dining while overlooking the lively piazza, all enhanced with traditional Tuscan themes.

Pizzaiolo Primo – South Fayette

Experience authentic Neapolitan cuisine at Pizzaiolo Primo in South Fayette. Guests can enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of the indoor dining area or unwind on the spacious outdoor patio. The patio offers a perfect setting to savor traditional Italian dishes while enjoying the fresh air. Whether dining inside or al fresco, Pizzaiolo Primo provides a delightful culinary experience in a welcoming environment.

Red Fin Blues

Relax and enjoy the warm breeze as you sit on the deck overlooking the water on Pittsburgh’s only Washington’s Landing waterfront outdoor dining. The menu has many mouthwatering dishes. Plus, when you finish, continue your experience with a stroll along the river, perhaps a drink at the open-air bar. Or just relax where you are as the friendly atmosphere of Red Fin Blues surrounds you.

Rear End Gastropub & Garage

Built out of a 1940’s era auto garage, Rear End Gastropub & Garage is known for serving familiar regional cuisine with fresh homemade ingredients, seasonal craft cocktails, and a 20-tap locally inspired draft list. Covered patios and an outdoor grass area create a fun relaxed atmosphere complete with an outdoor fireplace and cornhole boards. With live music, taco Tuesday, wing Wednesday, and other exciting events, there is something for everyone to experience and enjoy at Rear End. Family-friendly and dog friendly.

Vivo Kitchen

Casual dining in the heart of the Sewickley village, Vivo Kitchen is nestled among the boutiques, art galleries, and specialty shops that line Beaver Street. A seasonal menu of eclectic American cuisine is presented in a modern, airy venue with a contemporary vibe that flows outside into the charming courtyard. Try new menu items as well as their perennial favorites like the roasted shishito peppers, and their rightly sought-after crispy garlic chicken.

Photography by Laura Petrilla

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Grilled Salmon Steak with Salsa Verde

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Kylie Thomas

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May 26, 2025

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On a green plate sits a grilled salmon steak on a bed of salsa verde with a glass of wine to the top left and side tray that matches the plate to the right.

The moist, flaky texture of Grilled Salmon Steak amps up any cookout. Add a zesty Salsa Verde and fresh radish slaw to complete your summer by the sea. Plus, salmon gives you a break from the goodies that normally take over during the summer: burgers, hot dogs, and steaks.

More on Our Grilled Salmon Steak with Salsa Verde

We love shopping at our local fishmonger. We always leave with more than we planned and enjoy a few days of fresh fish and seafood as a result. Chef Kevin’s recipe for Grilled Salmon Steak with Salsa Verde constitutes a trip. The fresh, clean simplicity of the seasoning is perfect for summer eating, as is the side portion of radish and lime slaw. The Salsa Verde, with its gorgeous blend of capers, herbs, lime, as well as spices, elevates the whole plate to a culinary journey to a tropical island. We’ll be keeping some Salsa Verde on hand for those TGIF sort of days when that kind of a trip is very much needed. The first step, though, is local: head to a farmer’s market to gather your produce. Then, find a bottle of Grechetto to put on ice about an hour before you eat.

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