September 2012 There once was an occasion that called for a celebration, and that celebration became a dream. The harmonies of a violin and an accordeon filled the air. Candles…
September 2012 I wish Marissa A. Ross were my best friend. I love her choice of a backdrop, her ridiculous sense of fashion and her reviewing style. I'm only slightly…
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…
September 2012 In a Jeep full (FULL!) of cakes, icing and decor, my styling partner, Nicole and I ventured from Pittsburgh to Virginia wine country. It was time for Renee…
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August 2012 In "[It Really Was Quite] Outstanding In The Field" Part I, I focused more on the "what" behind Outstanding in the Field. The concept, the experience and the…
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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 My number one regret about my apartment is the lack of outdoor space, so I was excited to learn about a newer, Pittsburgh restaurant named "The Porch." 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…