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The challenges behind Western Pennsylvania’s food truck scene

Behind the sizzle and smoke are stories of breakdowns, bad weather and big hearts. Pittsburgh’s food truck scene is unpredictable, but full of flavor, grit and community. Large, flammable kitchens on wheels are a hot commodity, growing in popularity each year. But, with the double whammy of car troubles and...
Here’s the scoop: Flora Park Creamery serves Penn State ice cream

Randy Stetor drives a 16-foot refrigerated truck to Penn State’s main campus in State College every two weeks and returns with 6,000 pounds of ice cream. And not just any ice cream — he brings back three-gallon tubs of flavors from the famous Penn State Berkey Creamery. “The cows are...
Annual Kickoff and Rib Festival returns to North Shore

The Kickoff and Rib Festival returns to Acrisure Stadium to fire up football season with ribs, music, and tailgate fun. Twelve nationally recognized rib vendors will be featured along with free concerts. The festival runs during Labor Day weekend and is presented by I.C. Light. The PA Pork Council will...
Here are 5 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend: Aug. 22-24

Summer vacation is coming to an end — if it hasn’t already — even if it’s still blazing hot outside. Get some family time in with these events around Pittsburgh this weekend. Pittsburgh Water Lantern Festival This festival is both a fun and a meaningful experience for attendees. Held at...
Pumpkin Spice Latte returns for sweater weather

Pumpkin Spice Latte returns to Starbucks in less than a week — a clear sign that fall is just around the corner. Known as the PSL for short, the drink makes its debut Tuesday, Aug. 26. The Pumpkin Spice Latte is made with real pumpkin, according to the Starbucks announcement,...
PNC Park near top of rankings in Yelp’s stadium eats

Pittsburgh’s PNC Park came out on top for local stadium food rankings in Yelp’s new Top 50 Stadiums for Game-Day Eats list. The park also ranked high nationally. Announced Wednesday, PNC Park made No. 2 on the list overall for “providing delicious and creative game day eats.” Acrisure Stadium took...
Walmart shrimp could have radioactive contamination, FDA says

Certain Great Value brand frozen raw shrimp sold at Walmart stores in Pennsylvania could have radioactive contamination, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration warned on Tuesday. The shrimp was possibly contaminated with Cesium-137, or Cs-137, a radioactive isotope. It was detected in a single shipment of imported frozen shrimp in...
A taste test of the new Heinz ketchup smoothie

Editor’s Note: TribLive reporter Megan Swift bravely volunteered her taste buds for the assignment: sampling the new Heinz Ketchup smoothie. Swift put the creation to the test and shares her honest take on whether the tangy twist works as a drink or belongs strictly on fries. When we heard the...
Fox Chapel surgeon makes the cut creating homemade pizza, BBQ

After living in seven states, surgeon Dr. David Turer of Fox Chapel is happy to call the region home. Maryland, Indiana, Ohio, Michigan, New Jersey, Texas and Pennsylvania line his residential resume and professionally, multiple engineering degrees and a subsequent medical degree, residency and fellowships have resulted in a successful...
Sharpsburg-based Frankie’s Sausage shutters retail store to focus on wholesale demand

Two relatives with a passion for fresh, never-frozen sausage are making adjustments to their business operations in Sharpsburg. Brothers-in-law Michael Conte of O’Hara and Frankie Marckisotto of West Deer founded Frankie’s Sausage in 2022. Business has doubled in the past year, and, in an effort to focus on expanding the...
Moonlit burger joint expands into Sewickley

Sewickley residents will enjoy easy access to a smash burger this fall as Moonlit Burgers announced it will be opening its third location. The property located on Locust Place is expected to begin serving diners in September. Mike McCoy, who owns Moonlit along with his partner Derek Stevens, said they...
Here are 5 things to do in Pittsburgh this weekend: Aug. 15-17

It may still be hot out, but there’s something in the air that’s suggesting a whisper of fall. Maybe it’s all the back-to-school sales or the Halloween decorations all over stores. Or maybe it’s the football. Hold on to summer a little longer with these events this weekend. Little Italy...
Corndogs, donuts and boba tea: Moochi & You to open in Bellevue

Mochi is a Japanese-style dessert made of sweet rice flour. It is described as light and airy and will be available at the newest spot in Bellevue — Moochi & You, which is set to open on Friday. The shop, located in the heart of the neighborhood, will feature donuts...
Why many Americans are rethinking alcohol, according to a new Gallup poll

WASHINGTON — Fewer Americans are reporting that they drink alcohol amid a growing belief that even moderate alcohol consumption is a health risk, according to a Gallup poll released Wednesday. A record high percentage of U.S. adults, 53%, now say moderate drinking is bad for their health, up from 28%...
Amazon expands its perishable delivery service, putting pressure on traditional grocers

NEW YORK — Amazon is now rolling out a service where its Prime members can now order their blueberries and milk at the same time as basic items like batteries and T-shirts and get them within hours. The online juggernaut said Wednesday that customers in more than 1,000 cities and...
Heinz Ketchup Smoothie coming to select Smoothie King locations in Pittsburgh

After launching the Heinz Ketchup Smoothie, Heinz and Smoothie King say they are bringing the concoction to Pittsburgh. “The home to HEINZ felt left out, but now, Pittsburgh is in on the fun!” the Tuesday announcement said. Starting Wednesday, the ketchup smoothie will be available at select Smoothie King locations...

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