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The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

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The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

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Dave and Andy’s, located on Atwood Street, will be reopen Sept. 7th.

Dave and Andy’s Ice Cream reopening after April closure 

By Emma Hannan, Contributing Editor • September 4, 2024
Dave and Andy’s Ice Cream shop on Atwood Street is set to reopen its doors Sept. 7 after closing in April.
Insomnia Cookies, located on Meyran Avenue.

‘A little sweet treat’: Oakland offers array of sweets and smiles for students 

By Aidan Kasner, Contributing Editor • September 3, 2024
Sweet treats have become a go-to for college students in need of a serotonin boost after a long day of classes, exams and social interactions. Luckily, there are a number of shops that specialize in desserts throughout Oakland.
Opinion | Never pay full price when grabbing a quick meal

Opinion | Never pay full price when grabbing a quick meal

By Thomas Riley, Opinions Editor • August 27, 2024

You’ve neglected to buy groceries for the week, and the contents of your fridge consist of a few eggs, some 10-day-old blueberries and one hot dog. Your last remaining bun for said hot dog feels like...

Melt’d on Forbes Avenue.

‘Like a grilled cheese, just on steroids’: Melt’d offers late-night cheesy meals

By Spencer Levering, Staff Writer • April 6, 2023
Melt’d, a cheese-based restaurant, opened on March 22 at 3903 Forbes Ave. The location combines traditional sandwiches with American, cheddar and provolone cheeses to offer 13 different grilled cheese sandwiches and bowls.
Opinion | The best dining deals for students around campus

Opinion | The best dining deals for students around campus

By Kelly Xiong, Staff Columnist • March 23, 2023
Staff Columnist Kelly Xiong talks about some of the best dining deals Pitt students should take more advantage of.
Atmosphere at The JBF Gala: A Night of Award Winners at the Rainbow Room on Friday, Nov. 10, 2017 in New York.

Local chefs named semi-finalists for James Beard Awards

By Anoushka Parnerkar, Staff Writer • February 9, 2023
This year, two Pittsburgh restaurant owners became semi-finalists for the James Beard Best Chef Mid-Atlantic Award 一 Kate Lasky and Tomasz Skowronski of Apteka in East Liberty, and Nik Forsberg of Fet Fisk in O’Hara.
Campus Life | Campus Eats

Campus Life | Campus Eats

By Shriya Yadamreddi, Staff Writer • October 27, 2022
This week on Campus Life, Shriya Yadamreddi talks about some of her favorite places to eat around campus.
Pamela’s Diner on Forbes Avenue.

Five local spots for the breakfast buff

By Jessica McKenzie, Culture Editor • September 1, 2022
September is National Better Breakfast Month, and that means the most important meal of the day is indeed more important than ever. With that in mind, here are five local breakfast spots with some great options for powering up for the day.
Pittsburgh Restaurant Week is a biannual event, taking place in both January and August. This winter’s week takes place from Jan. 10 to 16.

Pittsburgh Restaurant Week highlights local restaurants, celebrates new year

By Anna Ligorio, Senior Staff Writer • January 12, 2022
Pittsburgh Restaurant Week is a biannual event, taking place in both January and August. This winter’s week takes place from Jan. 10 to 16. Participating restaurants include The Porch at Schenley, The Commoner, Fujiya Ramen and Condado Tacos.
The Oakland Open, a mini golf course installed by the Pittsburgh Innovation District on Oakland Avenue, is intended to generate business for local eateries and restaurants.

Pittsburgh Innovation District brings mini golf to Oakland

By Anna Ligorio, Senior Staff Writer • April 1, 2021
Located on the intersection of Forbes and Oakland avenues, the mini golf course, called the Oakland Open, sits in between an assortment of local businesses such as Fuku Tea, Stack’d and Fuel and Fuddle.
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