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FDA bans red dye No. 3 from foods
U.S. regulators on Wednesday banned the dye called Red 3 from the nation’s food supply, nearly 35 years after it was barred from cosmetics because of potential cancer risk. Food and Drug Administration officials granted a 2022 petition filed by two dozen food safety and health advocates, who urged the...
Cardinal Coffee opens cafe in Jeannette, continues legacy of owner’s deceased son
The past 15 years of Robert Zollinger’s life would undoubtedly look different if it weren’t for the dream of his son, Jason. Jason Zollinger envisioned running his own coffee roastery — a vision he put into motion through Cardinal Coffee Co. in 2010. Inviting his dad to join in on...
Why Western Pennsylvanians are hungry for WegmansVideo
Western Pennsylvanians expressed their excitement after New York-based grocery chain Wegmans announced its first foray into the area. The new store will be located in Cranberry Township, a significantly shorter drive than the current closest locations in Erie and State College. So why all the fuss? What does Wegmans offer...
10 restaurants, stores and chains we’d like to see come to Pittsburgh
A long-sought Wegmans will finally be coming to the Pittsburgh region, with the grocery store chain on Monday announcing plans to open a location in Cranberry. Other coveted regional chains have popped up locally in recent years, with Raising Canes opening its first location in Oakland in 2023 (followed by...
Balena Bagels open in Castle Shannon
Inside her bagel shop on Willow Avenue in Castle Shannon, Audrey Brown strives to replicate what she’s learned in every batch. Each bagel is made with all-natural unbleached, unbromated flour and ferments for 48 hours. Everything is made fresh daily. “It’s a process,” said Brown, of Mt. Lebanon, owner of...
For some, Dry January leads to full-time sobriety
For Scott Page, Dry January goes year-round. At the beginning of his sobriety journey, he avoided even being in bars where other people were drinking alcohol. “I was worried it could be triggering,” the South Side resident said. “For me, one drink is too many and 100 is not enough....
Pittsburgh’s high-end steakhouses lowering prices during Restaurant Week
If you’ve been wanting to try one of the high-end steakhouses in the area, the upcoming week is the time to do it. A number of establishments for the winter edition of Pittsburgh Restaurant Week are serving up filet, sirloin and New York strip meals with lower prices than usual....
Atria’s in Mt. Lebanon to reopen as 1930 by Atria’s
Atria’s recognizable building on Beverly Road, which originally housed a neighborhood grocery store, then bar and restaurant, is being rebranded. Atria’s in Mt. Lebanon will become 1930 by Atria’s, a nod to the year when Italian immigrant Joe Atria established a modest grocery store. It was once a barbershop and...
Red dye could be banned in food, drinks
Are you a fan of red-colored bubble gym, candy or fruit cocktails? Valentine’s Day is almost here, bringing with it bright red- and pink-themes. But the bright cherry-red dye, red dye No. 3, used in drinks and snacks could be banned by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration in the...
La Prima Espresso Co., Schneider’s Dairy cold brew available at select Sheetz
Sheetz is the newest location to carry a line of cold brews by two local companies. Coffee beans from La Prima Espresso Co. and milk from Schneider’s have been blended into ready-to-drink bottled caffeinated beverages called La Prima Cold Brew Coffee. The drinks are also available at select CVS, Giant...
Craft breweries adjust to industry change as closings outpace openings for 1st time in 20 years
Thirty years ago, if someone said, “I’m going out to grab a craft beer,” the person they were talking to might not have known what that meant, let alone where they would go to get it. Today, in Greensburg alone, it could mean eight different taprooms, and that’s not counting...
Western Pennsylvanians react to U.S. Surgeon General’s call for cancer warning on alcohol
On Friday, U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy said that because alcohol is a leading cause of cancer, warning labels should be on all alcoholic beverages. Murthy said in an Associated Press article that Americans should be better informed about the link between alcohol and cancer, in particular, noting alcohol consumption...
Chetia Hurtt of Mana Meals combines food, healing and wellness
Chetia Hurtt doesn’t just cook food — she crafts an experience, layering flavors and textures with the same intentionality and warmth that she brings to every aspect of her life. As the founder and owner of Mana Meals Catering and the kitchen manager at Braddock Public House, Hurtt, 46, has...
Greensburg’s Abie & Bimbo’s Pizza closes after 57 years
New Year’s came with a wave of sadness for Doug Mirolli, as he announced the closure of the pizza restaurant he has owned for nearly two decades. Mirolli, 47, of Greensburg has owned Abie & Bimbo’s Pizza along Greensburg’s Highland Avenue since 2007. Known for its Pizzaroni subs and giant...
The dill of a lifetime? In a nation that’s enduring its own sour patch, the pickle dominated 2024
SHARPSBURG — When did we know for sure? Was it April, when Nature Made introduced its pickle-flavored gummy vitamins? Was it November, when Petco’s “Pickle Mania” promotion offered 26 different pickle-themed toys for dogs and cats? Maybe it was the December day that a food scholar was heard to utter,...
A look at Western Pennsylvania’s changing restaurant scene in 2024
As another year comes to a close, so do some restaurants in the Western Pennsylvania region. But not all is lost — while several well-known establishments either shut their doors for good or announced end-of-year closures, others opened. Here’s a look back. Openings Barcelona Wine Bar Visitors to Pittsburgh’s Cultural...
Culinary couple embrace their restaurant roots in Point Breeze
A neighborhood eatery housed in a historic building that once hosted Sammy Davis Jr. is set to celebrate its 20th anniversary in Point Breeze. Point Brugge Cafe will celebrate 20 years in business in 2025 as its cousin restaurant, Park Bruges in Highland Park, is set to close its doors...
Redbeard’s Bar & Grill on Mt. Washington to transform into new spot
The shuttered Redbeard’s Bar & Grill on Mt. Washington will open as a new dining spot next year. Shiloh Plate & Pour will replace Redbeard’s in April 2025, according to a social media post. “The new establishment promises an exciting transformation of this iconic space into a must-visit destination for...
5 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend: Dec. 27-29
It’s that weird time between Christmas and New Year’s when we all subsist on cheese and chocolate and anything past the front door seems like it’s a hundred miles away. But while all of your friends are still in town and you have some downtime, why not get up, put...
Fueled by anger and caffeine, 200 Starbucks workers strike in Pittsburgh area
In Pittsburgh’s Oakland neighborhood on Tuesday, the sound of holiday songs filled the air outside the closed Starbucks at Forbes Avenue and Atwood Street. But the carolers weren’t fueled by holiday cheer. They were actually striking baristas from various stores in the Pittsburgh area demanding a union contract alongside their...
North Shore bars expect large Christmas Day crowds for Steelers game
Donavon Epps anticipates a busy Christmas Day on Pittsburgh’s North Shore. As front of house manager at Bar Louie, he said the Steelers’ 1 p.m. home game against the Kansas City Chiefs should bring in a good amount of fans — despite the holiday. Bar Louie will operate from 11...
Sewickley man draws from Alaskan experiences for homemade salsa business
Living life below zero left a lasting impression on the Blizzards of Sewickley. Alan and Pam Blizzard lived in Eagle River, Alaska, for 19 years after fleeing the urban hustle of New York and San Francisco. Their Alaskan adventures spurred Alan into the kitchen, where he found a keen interest...
Here are some stress-free dishes to make for your holiday gathering
The gifts are half-wrapped (or half-bought!), one string of lights on the tree is out and the stockings have not yet been hung by the chimney with care. And somewhere on the ever-growing to-do list is the dish you promised to bring to Christmas dinner. With just a few days...
It’s eggnog season. The boozy beverage dates back to medieval England but remains a holiday hit
SAN FRANCISCO — At Scoma’s Restaurant in San Francisco, this holiday season ‘s batch of eggnog began 11 months ago. The process typically starts in late January, just after the previous year’s celebrations are over. Nearly a thousand egg yolks, gallons upon gallons of heavy cream and roughly $1,000 worth...
Wingstop headed to New Kensington
New Kensington soon will have a new place for wings. Mayor Tom Guzzo confirmed that a Wingstop will be coming to the city’s Riverview Plaza, 100 Tarentum Bridge Road. Signs for the business went up Wednesday. Wingstop officials did not respond to TribLive requests for comment. “We’re excited that Wingstop...
