October 2012 Want to talk about failure? No? You're probably not alone. Most people don't want to talk about failure. I happen to be a person who fears failure quite…
September 2012 Printed words, sipped drinks, thoughts shared and a shared plate...these elements seemed to slow time in the best possible way...the way that makes me pause and question why…
September 2012 For a city whose identity is branded partly by its rivers, experiencing a Pittsburgh riverside often requires extra effort, so I was excited to learn about the Pittsburgh…
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August 2012 In the foodie world, a chef's name can carry the weight of a Hollywood celebrity. There's an awe, mystique and fascination with those who are changing food scenes,…
August 2012 This past fall, I took the solo sort of stroll and sat by the Allegheny River, amidst the wildflowers and shrubs. There were boats and quiet breezes. I…
August 2012 We gathered at White Oak Farm to partake in an Italian BBQ prepared by some of the city's best Italian chefs, and what left such a lasting impression was the…
This was no ordinary Italian BBQ! It was the culinary culmination of some of the city's best Italian chefs, as envisioned and curated by Justin Severino of Cure. I once praised Justin for creating more than a meal, but rather, for creating an entire dining experience, and this was the epitome of a dining experience.
July 2012 When I was a kid and my family would go out for dinner, my mom wouldn't let me order the exceedingly basic kids menu items. By no means…