Best Chefs in Pittsburgh: Peter Henry’s Impactful Culinary History Continues at Cafe Momentum
One of the first things that Chef Peter Henry said to me while showing me Cafe Momentum’s indoor edible flower garden, a baseball cap reading “create change” perched upon his head, was “I don’t like to waste.”
Stay Fit at Downtown’s New UFC GYM
Pittsburgh’s first UFC Gym held its grand-opening on June 21, allowing community members to find their strength and train with professional coaches and state of the art equipment. On opening day, residents were invited to enjoy giveaways, demonstrations, vendors and mingle with guests like former Pittsburgh Steeler Ryan Shazier and former UFC Lightweight Champion B.J. Penn.
Celebrating The Fourth of July in Downtown Pittsburgh
This Fourth of July, venture to the Golden Triangle with your family and friends for Downtown’s historically iconic Independence Day celebration.
RedBeard’s Brings Its Good Vibes and Great Food to Best Restaurants
Hailed as Pittsburgh’s most authentic sports bar, RedBeard’s will attend Best Restaurants to offer guests samples of their classic dishes.
The Best Independent Coffee Shops in Downtown Pittsburgh
Sometimes the hardest part about getting your caffeine fix is choosing where to go Downtown! These caffeine kingdoms are privately owned by Pittsburghers and are Downtown Neighbors Alliance's favorite places to recharge.
With Open Streets, The City Streets are Switching Gears
OpenStreetsPGH is a series of summer events that allows community members to experience the city in an unconventional way, while encouraging the people of Pittsburgh to see busy streets as a place for people.
Best Dish We Ate This Week: No.1 Sushi Sushi
This week our editors went to No. 1 Sushi Sushi in Market Square. Two dishes were shared. Spicy Salman along with Avocado Rolls were in one box and Salman and Yellowfin Tuna Rolls were in the other box. The sushi rolls come with wasabi and ginger on the side along with a cup of soy sauce.
A Look Back at Pittsburgh Pride’s History on its Golden Anniversary
From the iconic Pittsburgh sports mascots decked out in rainbow gear to the gigantic Pride flag making its way through Downtown to the North Shore and the hoards of people following it, it was clear that the city came out to support the LGBTQ+ community. But Pittsburgh’s Pride parade wasn’t always this dynamic.
Best Restaurants Showcases Olive or Twist’s Iconic Pittsburgh Flavors
A Sixth Street staple since 2001, bar and restaurant Olive or Twist will be handing out samples of their most popular dishes to guests at Best Restaurants.
Best Chefs in Pittsburgh: Creating Flavorful Nostalgia at 40 North with Beth Zozula
At City of Asylum on the North Shore, artistry is everywhere from the exiled artists’ art they promote to the books lining their shelves to the dishes at 40 North, the adjoining restaurant. As an artist herself, Chef Beth Zozula is the mastermind behind the creative fusion dishes at 40 North.
Best Spots for an Inexpensive Lunch in Downtown Pittsburgh
Your lunch break is a sacred time and when you work Downtown, the dining options are endless. DNA has compiled a list of six top picks in the Golden Triangle with restaurants that will leave your appetite and your wallet satisfied.
The Best Meal We Ate This Week: Ritual House
This week, the DNA staff treated ourselves to a lavish lunch at Ritual House, which was undoubtedly the best meal we ate this week. We started our meal off with their she-crab bisque, one of their newest menu items, and were amazed at the creaminess of the soup. It was so good that we even forgot to take a photo of it.
Vallozzi’s Brings Their Classically Delicious Flavors to Best Restaurants
At Best Restaurants, we welcome Fifth Avenue staple Vallozzi’s to present their delectable Italian dishes to guests. The restaurant’s humble beginnings date all the way back to 1955 when namesake Helen Vallozzi started a small gnocchi business in her basement.
5 LGBTQ+ Owned Businesses to Support in Pittsburgh This Pride Month
As is evident by the 85,000 people at the Pride parade at the beginning of the month, Pittsburgh has a vibrant LGBTQ+ and ally community. Here are 5 great LGBTQ+ businesses to support this Pride month and all throughout the year.
How to Celebrate Juneteenth in Downtown Pittsburgh
Though the first Juneteenth celebrations date back to 1866, it was recognized as a federal holiday by President Joe Biden in 2021. From June 16th to June 19th, there are a variety of events in the Golden Triangle to celebrate the holiday.
Newly Opened Downtown Store Embraces Love
Love, Pittsburgh has been operating since 2017, opening the first of three storefronts in Mount Washington. The women-owned business quickly expanded, opening a shop in the Golden Triangle in 2018 and a third store in the Strip District in 2021.
Best Summer Cocktails in Downtown Pittsburgh
With weather warming up, DNA has curated a list of five spectacular summer time front-runners for cooling down with refreshing cocktails offered in the Golden Triangle.
The Best Meal We Ate This Week: Cannolis at RedBeard’s
Redbeards is a great sports bar with great food. When you eat there the food that usually comes to mind are burgers, chicken wings, etc. What you may not know is that their deserts are some of the best you can get anywhere.
Your Outdoor Dining Guide For Spring in the Golden Triangle
As it begins to get warmer outside, prepare to see more restaurants setting out their tables and chairs for outdoor dining. To help you take full advantage of the best outdoor dining Downtown has to offer, here are the top picks of restaurants who offer outdoor seating.
Take a Swing at Five Iron Golf
Whether you are almost a professional or just playing for fun, Five Iron Golf located in PPG Place invites you to take a swing at one of their 11 high-tech golf simulators.