For a half-century the Three Rivers Art Festival has been entertaining Pittsburghers, who eagerly await its return to Point State Park from June 4-13. Attendees can take in the arts and crafts displays and enjoy the heavenly aromas wafting through the air, courtesy of the enormous number of food vendors hawking everything from cheesecake on a stick to gyros. ... Read More

     Pittsburghers in the know head to the city’s South Side when they’re in the mood for some great bar food, a frosty pint of beer or a shopping expedition. Since I was in town for a travel writing assignment, it was my duty to investigate.

The hub of activity occurs on East Carson Street between two shopping complexes, The Shops at Station Square and Southside Works—indeed, those itching for a retail experience may not get too far past these two spending opportunities. Station Square, near the Smithfield... Read More