Dining Stories

Lidia Bastianich’s ‘My American Dream’ A Compelling Read

Lidia Mattichio Bastanich's new memoir, 'My American Dream,' is a an interesting memoir of her life from a small town in Istria to award-winning chef and TV host.

Lidia proudly shows her latest cookbook, 'Celebrate Like an Italian.'

Lidia Bastianich Discusses Her New Cookbook, Family, and Restaurants

Lidia was in town to promote the release of her latest cookbook, "Celebrate Like an Italian," at a dining event at Lidia's Pittsburgh.

Chef/owner Kevin Sousa at the host station of Superior Motors in front of a painting by Pittsburgh artist Mia Tarducci.

Chef Kevin Sousa’s Road to Braddock

Superior Motors restaurant is a new gear in Braddock's ecosystem.

Longtime Family-Owned Pizza Parlors: Oakland’s Hidden Gems

Oakland offers academics, art, and history, so it’s no wonder its pizza shops sometimes get eclipsed despite operating for years. We at Entertainment Central sought to highlight them.

A seafood-packed bouillabaisse rouille, with walleye, mussels, shrimp, and vegetables, and a chewy garlic bread.

Citrus and Seafood Shine in Braddock’s French-Inspired Summer Menu

We may be in the twilight of summer already, but at Braddock’s Pittsburgh Brasserie the menu has just been refreshed with new French-inspired summer dishes.

Sightseeing from the top deck after brunch.

Sunday Cruising: Brunch on the Three Rivers

The Gateway Clipper has revived its Sunday Brunch cruise, with four cruises during summer and fall.