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'Celebrate Like an Italian.'|||Grace from Cleveland looks in awe at Lidia while Lidia signs a children's book for her and talks with her mom Natalie Kupinski.

Lidia Bastianich Discusses Her New Cookbook, Family, and Restaurants

Lidia was in town to promote the release of her latest cobo, “Celebrate an Italian,” at a dining event at Lidia’s Pittsburgh.

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Chef Kevin Sousa’s Road to Braddock

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

who served Dark Chocolate Truffles

October Nightlife Guide: Comics Izzard, Lange, Garrett, and Rudner plus Chocolate and Martinis

October features several top-notch comedians, a good dose of sweets, and a cultural district hot spot.

Karla (Jenni Putney) is astonished by Don (Tim McGeever) as Marcie (Helena Ruoti) and Geena (Kendra McLaughlin) recuperate. photo: Kristi Jan Hoover.

City Theatre’s ‘A Funny Thing Happened…’ Is a Humorous and Dramatic Diversion

Good material and a talented cast make this play an enjoyable ride.

Khalifa in full rap mode.

Wiz Khalifa Closes Thrival with Blazing Set

Wiz Khalifa reaffirmed his of Pittsburgh yet again by playing the final set of the fifth annual Thrival Music.

Bill Toms plays some killer lead guitar riffs (c.) while Hard Rain and the Soulville Horns jam on.

October Concert Guide: McGraw-Hill, The National, Halsey, and Third Eye Blind

This month features good shows in several different musical genres.

A scene from 'School of Rock' at the New London Theatre with the original London cast. The national touring company will play the Benedum as part of the PNC Broadway in Pittsburgh series. Photo by Tristram Kenton.|Teacher Dewey Finn shows his students how to jam. New London Theatre with the original London Cast. Photo: Tristram Kenton.

October Theater Guide: Action, Romance, and Introspection

As the weather starts to cool the theater and dance scene heats up.

but he's serious about serving the best in seasonal fare. Seen here on the server's side of Union Standard's open kitchen.|Chef Stevens may dress casually

Union Standard: A Look at an Ever-Evolving, Seasonal Restaurant

Chef Derek Stevens’ first restaurant is cool and casual with a regionally based menu.

Katy Perry singing in a 2016 concert. photo: Ali Shaker/VOA and Wikipedia.

September Concert Guide: Festivals, Arena Acts, Veteran Performers

A diverse number of acts are packed into September’s 30 days.

Trivia night packs them in at Gene's Place.

Nightlife Guide: A Sampling of College Bars and Restaurants

Studying and partying often go hand-in-hand.

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