Without a doubt, the best meal we ate this week was the chicken katsu don rice bowl from Yuzu Kitchen. The dish features crispy, thin strips of chicken katsu drenched in a rich, flavorful curry sauce on a bed of fluffy white rice. The side slaw salad is the perfect cool and creamy companion to this fragrant, spicy dish.

In the heart of Downtown Pittsburgh, Yuzu Kitchen is making waves as a Japanese restaurant that boldly sticks to its roots - in both cuisine and sustainability. This restaurant puts its principles into practice through meticulous waste reduction and community-minded sourcing. 

Looking to get ahead on your holiday planning? Vallozzi’s is bringing the festive cheer early with their exciting “Christmas in July” catering promotion! Whether you’re organizing a corporate holiday party, client appreciation dinner, or a festive luncheon with friends, Vallozzi’s is now offering top-tier catering services both in-house and offsite, just in time for the season of celebration.

Looking for a meal that’ll make you want to write poetry—or at least cancel your afternoon plans for a food coma? Head straight to PaPa J’s Twin Plaza Restaurant in the Strip District, where Italian comfort meets culinary craft.

Pittsburgh’s food scene is a dream for pizza lovers, offering everything from classic Italian pies to unique culinary delights. Whether you’re looking for artisanal creations or comforting favorites, these local restaurants deliver some of the best pizza experiences in the city.

PaPa J’s Twin Plaza Restaurant has something for whatever you may be craving. Soup? They’ve got pasta e fagioli or wedding soups – two classic Italian dishes. Of course, they have the classics: polenta parmigiano, sauteéd banana peppers, classic Italian and margherita pizzas, and pasta, from ravioli to radiatori. It doesn’t stop there: they have a full bar, with Italian cocktails, and housemade gelato to top things off. 

There is nothing more comforting than a hearty bowl of soup, no matter where it comes from; even better, is not having to cook for yourself.  If you are craving comfort food, Nan Xiang Soup Dumplings has it.  A traditional Southern Chinese kitchen brought to Pittsburgh’s Southside, located at 2773 Sidney Street, they aim to bring authentic flavors and ingredients to a region where we prioritize local foods.

It’s finally time: the Downtown Neighbors Alliance (DNA) is bringing the Highmark International StrEAT Festival downtown this weekend, September 20th-21st! We’re so excited to bring flavors from all around the world to downtown Pittsburgh, and collaborate with the Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival to make this weekend downtown one you won’t forget about. Want to know what’s in store?

It’s almost here: Highmark International StrEAT Fest is only eleven days away! We’re so excited to bring you good music and good food from all over the world. Ditch your passport, and don’t worry about the flight; the only place you need to be to experience cuisine from all over the map is Smithfield Street on September 20th and 21st. Don’t know where your first stop should be? Let me give you some suggestions!

Have a taste for something outside of the United States? Luckily, the Downtown Neighbors Alliance (DNA) is bringing StrEAT Fest back to downtown, and it’s less than a month away! We have amazing vendors whose delicious food isn’t just out of this country– it’s out of this world.

This year, the Downtown Neighbors Alliance (DNA) is making our Highmark International  StrEAT Festival even more memorable by collaborating with the 15th Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival on September 20th-21st. Combine bold flavors from all around the world with smooth, sweet jazz music!

Downtown Pittsburgh is about to come alive with sizzling flavors, irresistible aromas, and the soulful sway of live jazz. Highmark’s International StrEAT Festival returns September 20-21, in collaboration with the Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival (September 18-21), for a citywide celebration of food, music, and culture.

This weekend, the Downtown Neighbors Alliance (DNA) held our annual Highmark International StrEAT Festival– and it was a major success! Vendors serving food from all over the world filled Smithfield Street and made for an unforgettable weekend of good food, vibes, and community.

Growing up with an Italian mother, spaghetti and meatballs was a staple in my household.  A tender blend of ground beef, pork, and veal with her thick tomato sauce always brought me a sense of nurture and care.  So, when I learned I was going to an Italian restaurant to try meatballs, I was naturally quite excited.