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How and when to begin to fertilize seedlings
I started some broccoli, Brussels sprouts and parsley seeds under a set of grow lights a few weeks ago. I also plan to start some tomatoes and peppers soon. I’d like to know how and when to start fertilizing them. Right now the early crops are about an inch and...
From toys to trackers, pet products are going high tech
A survey by the American Pet Products Association showed that pet owners in the United States spent about $70 billion on pet products in 2017. Figures for 2018 aren’t in yet, but APPA projects that the final number will surpass $72 billion. That’s a lot of kibble — and treats,...
Dave McElhinny: Obituaries aren’t what they used to be
Just about everybody has read an obituary or two in their lives. They’re generally filled with flowery terms such as “loving husband,” “devoted mother” or “pillar of the community.” But have you come across the occasional obituary that is brutally honest? With increasing frequency, there are more and more authors...
South Side’s Dish Osteria and Bar plans spring reopening after 2-year sabbatical
Almost two years to the day after announcing a “sabbatical,” the owners of Dish Osteria and Bar are ready to reopen the popular Italian and seafood eatery’s doors. On March 26, 2017, the operators of the restaurant located at 128 17th St. in Pittsburgh’s South Side posted on Facebook their...
Gaby et Jules: Café will open in East Liberty this summer
Gaby et Jules Patisseries et Macaron owners Frederic and Lori Rongier and chef David Piquard plan to open a fourth location, at 6006 Penn Ave. in East Liberty, this summer. According to bakery representatives, the new retail shop will be called Gaby et Jules: Café. In addition to the bakeries’...
Beyond green beer: Here are 3 St. Patrick’s Day cocktails to tryVideo
Readying for a rousing night out, or in, to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day this weekend? We all become Irish for a day, as do our libations. Many of us will not only be wearin’ but drinkin’ the green. Newly minted bartender Janie Stevens recently completed several courses, including mixology and...
Heinz History Center to host Vintage Pittsburgh, a retro fair
Time to turn back the clock. Well, at least when it comes to style. The Vintage Pittsburgh retro fair is from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. March 23 at the Senator John Heinz History Center in the Strip District. The event is presented in partnership with The Neighborhood Flea, an...
Spring is in the air with Orchid Society of Western Pennsylvania show
As the days lengthen and green shoots push up from the earth, the Orchid Society of Western Pennsylvania welcomes the approaching spring with its annual show on March 16-17. For the first time, the show will be held at The Artsmiths of Pittsburgh in Mt. Lebanon. Fans of orchids should...
Plant for the pollinators
Last summer I had the pleasure of watching a fat bumblebee joyfully buried deep in the center of an orange tithonia blossom, covering itself with pollen. The insect was oblivious to me as I moved in closer and closer to photograph the spectacle while standing in the garden barefoot on...
How to purchase, plant bare-root fruit trees
Question: I’m going to be planting some fruit trees this spring, and I’m wondering if it’s better for me to buy the trees in a big pot from a nursery or if I should get them from a mail order place that sends them with no soil on their roots....
It’s National Potato Chip Day — what’s your favorite?Video
It’s National Potato Chip Day, and I am completely prepared to die on the hill defending my personal favorite, Zapp’s Voodoo Chips, which are inexplicably — and yet conveniently — only available at my local beer distributor. Are they so salty and full of fake flavoring that they make my...
Butterball recalls ground turkey products
Consumers should check their refrigerators for ground turkey products after the U.S. Department of Agriculture announced a recall Wednesday. The North Carolina-based food manufacturer, Butterball, recalled more than 78,000 pounds of raw ground turkey products for concerns of salmonella Schwarzengrund. The prepacked poultry was produced on July 7, 2018 and...
Indoor seeding for gardeners program set at Mt. Pleasant Public Library
Gardeners itching to plant and bring forth spring’s green can get a head start at 6 p.m. March 20, when the Mt. Pleasant Public Library, 120 S. Church St., presents a program on indoor seed starting. Presenter and local garden designer Martha Oliver will discuss timing and supplies needed, along...
‘The Q Ball: Get Your Heart On’ gala is about the power of love
“The Q Ball: Get Your Heart On” gala is from 6 to 11 p.m. March 23 at HIP at the Flashlight Factory, an old stamping factory on the North Side built in 1887 which manufactured goods from automobile grills to train parts. The evening is about the power of love...
Penn Taproom & Kitchen opens in Downtown Pittsburgh
Penn Brewery is launching its newest location, a taproom and kitchen at 432 First Ave. in downtown Pittsburgh. “The Penn Taproom & Kitchen will be the only spot to serve its own craft beer within a four-block radius, and it’s the only brewery taproom in downtown Pittsburgh. It’s the perfect...
Don a costume and hit the slopes for special Pa. spring ski events
Spring is on the horizon, but the fun is not over yet at ski resorts across Pennsylvania. The Pennsylvania Ski Areas Association says it’s a great time to hit the slopes — or the lodge — for a weekend staycation, a spring break vacation or a special event. SkiPA notes...
Mushroom Rally go-karting coming to PittsburghVideo
Described as ‘Go Karting with a twist,’ Mushroom Rally is planning to race into Pittsburgh. Apparently inspired by the popular video game series Mario Kart, the rally holds no affiliation with the game, noting on its website, “We are not associated with Nintendo® or Mario Kart.” The races, held in...
Invisible Man Brewing coming to downtown Greensburg
Invisible Man Brewing is about to get a lot more visible with a new home in downtown Greensburg. The brewery, which was announced in September, purchased 132 S. Pennsylvania Ave. this month. Owners Sean McLaughlin and Stephanie Victor hope to open the brewery and tasting room sometime in late spring...
Ligonier’s Soup’s On sold out again
As it celebrates its 10th anniversary, Ligonier’s Soup’s On is enjoying a boon in the number of participants lining up with their ladles. The event, sponsored by the Ligonier Valley Chamber of Commerce, has 23 restaurant and merchant pairings, up from 20 last year, says Scott Haines, chamber executive director....
What’s Brewing? 5 Irish beers to sample
St. Patrick’s Day began on March 17, 461, marking the anniversary of the passing of the patron saint of Ireland. The holiday was to commemorate St. Patrick’s great life and his many contributions to the world including the monasteries, churches and schools he had established. It was a way not...
Summer of hard seltzer is coming: Here’s how 4 of the top brands stack upVideo
If there’s a drink that exists, someone will make it boozy. Consider it the Rule 34 of the beverage industry. Boozy root beer. Boozy Capri Sun. Boozy kombucha. So, given the recent mega-popularity of seltzer, a boozy version of the pleasantly neutral drink was hot on its heels. And now...
Westmoreland Cultural Trust interim CEO shares stories of female Marines
Current Westmoreland Cultural Trust interim CEO and retired Marine Nancy P. Anderson will showcase her book, “The Very Few, The Proud Women in the Marine Corps, 1977-2001,” at 6:30 p.m. March 19 at the University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg. Her appearance in Village Hall is part of the campus’ Women’s...
St. Patrick’s Day means celebratory cocktails, green or not
Planning a St. Patrick’s Day party or outing and thinking green beer? Meh. So last year, and every year before it. Take a step up, and mix a few colorful cocktails, pleasing to the eye and the palate. Fine Wines & Good Spirits has come up with a few recipes...
Pie in the sky, Caliente Pizza & Draft House again top among pizzamakers
Caliente Pizza & Draft House, with several Pittsburgh locations, continues its roll of bringing home pizza competition accolades. Another Great Year at the International @PizzaExpo! Thank You To Everyone Who Has Supported Us. We Already Can't Wait Until Next Year!!??? pic.twitter.com/3e9U5G7kS1— Caliente Draft House (@calientepdrafth) March 9, 2019 Nine Caliente...
Pillsbury flour voluntarily recalled for salmonella concerns
Consumers are being told to throw away Pillsbury unbleached all purpose flour products after a voluntary recall by makers amid concerns of salmonella. A tweet from the U.S. Department of Agriculture on March 11 urged people, “Do not eat.” #RecallAlert: Hometown Food Company announces voluntary recall on select Pillsbury Unbleached...
