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The Pitt News

The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News

The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News

Members of Delta Chi make pancakes to raise money for the Tree of Life Synagogue.

Fraternities fundraise with pancakes, bring hope to tragic times

By Sarah Connor, Culture Editor November 1, 2018
Campus groups have each had their own reactions to the Tree of Life Synagogue tragedy last weekend. Delta Chi and Sigma Alpha Mu chose to help out with a pancake fundraiser.
North Oakland’s Turkish Grille serves Turkish coffee with kazandibi — baked milk pudding with a caramelized top.

North Oakland embraces diversity through cultural cuisines

By Elizabeth Donnelly, Staff Writer October 25, 2018
North Oakland’s Centre Avenue offers students an opportunity to check out some foods from all over the world. Shops include Bombay Market and Turkish Grille.
Elaine Khodzhayan poses for a selfie with a giant chocolate-frosted doughnut.

Instagram foodies: The faces behind the food

By Emma Maurice, Staff Writer October 25, 2018
Niche social media pages are all the rage right now -- especially on Instagram. One of those niche markets is foodies, and Pitt boasts a few of those.

VIDEO: Cooking with Brian: Pizza Edition

By Brian Gentry October 24, 2018

Follow online visual editor Brian Gentry as he makes homemade pizza from this recipe!

Missy Chafin (left) of Ross Township and Margaret Mullinary (right) of West View spoon their apple butter onto a plate to taste it before taking it off the burner.

An appeeling treat: The art of making apple butter

By The Pitt News Staff October 23, 2018
At Threadbare Cider House, cider is surely the apple of its eye — but there’s room for apple butter, too.
A student pays for an order at the PGH Halal truck outside the William Pitt Union for Wednesday afternoon’s “International Food Trucks” event. (Photo by Kaycee Orwig | Staff Photographer)

Hot food on wheels: International Week warms up Pitt

By Shahum Ajmal, Contributing Editor October 18, 2018
Food trucks are all the rage for DIY festivals, and on Oct. 17, they brought dozens of students to the WPU as a part of the Pitt International Week festivities.
Groceria Merante and several other Oakland businesses have altered their hours and store practices due to the COVID-19 pandemic. (Photo by Thomas Yang)

Groceria Merante brings late-night meatball stand to South Oakland

By Frances Tirado, For The Pitt News October 11, 2018
For a quick, hearty snack on a Saturday night in South Oakland, students can drop by Groceria Merante to experience their late-night meatball stand.
The Mary Schenley Memorial Fountain outside the Frick Fine Arts building is a popular place for students to take a quick dip. (Photo by Thomas Yang | Assistant Visual Editor)

Best places to beat the Pittsburgh heat waves

By Sarah Connor, Culture Editor August 29, 2018
Even though school is back in session, it is not truly autumn yet. Pittsburgh will remain hot and sunny for a few more weeks before things cool off. Here are some ways to escape the sun.
A chef plates a meal at Market Central — the larger lower campus alternative to The Perch. (Photo by Wenhao Wu | Senior Staff Photographer)

Staff picks: Best of Campus Cuisine

By The Pitt News Staff August 20, 2018
Many students don’t look too deeply into their food options before coming to school. Thankfully, our staff is here to shed light on dining options on campus!
Sephora and Coffee Tree Roasters sit side by side on Walnut Street in Shadyside. (Photo by Janine Faust | Contributing Editor)

Best neighborhoods for off-campus adventures

By Sarah Connor, Culture Editor August 20, 2018

For many new Pitt students, the busy, exciting atmosphere of city life is one of the reasons they chose to attend an urban university. With Oakland’s many hospitals, restaurants, drugstores and parks...

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