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LIFESTYLE LETTER

OCTOBER 2019 PUBLISHER

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Food, Glorious Food—and Drinks, of Course!

ARE YOU HUNGRY, PITTSBURGH NORTH? We’re sure you will be when you read— or should we say devour—this issue, the most drool-worthy one of the year: the Foodie issue! We have included some of the most delicious bites and drinks Pittsburgh North has to offer, and we found more than enough material to fill these pages.

With so many sensational local flavors and global cuisines in town, there is no way we could possibly cover them all, so this issue is just a taste of our emerging dining destinations.

While we don’t like to play favorites, the Foodie issue is near and dear to our hearts.

After all, food is not only nourishing (and delicious) but it also brings people together— whether it’s a special anniversary dinner, a much-needed lunch break with coworkers, a friend’s birthday party or even a casual weeknight meal with family. Food is often considered one of life’s great pleasures.

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Consider this issue a guide to Pittsburgh North, featuring a few of the best places

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to satisfy your hunger and the best drinks to complement a meal or to wind down

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after a long day.

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Feeling inspired by the pros? We promise we wouldn’t steer you wrong. See Page 14 to get started. You can either stop in at one of these restaurants offering these special drinks all month long in honor of this October issue or channel your inner bartender and whip up one of the Pittsburgh North Lifestyle-approved

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INSIDE THE ISSUE OCTOBER 2019

FEATURES 14 Fall Into a Good Drink Autumn Brings with it so Many Wonderful Colors, Aromas and Flavors—All Central Components of a Great Cocktail

18 Stepping into the Season Kelly Carney, Owner of Eva Bryn Shoetique, Discusses Her Fabulous Store and First Year in Business

22 Family First For More Than 100 years, Soergel Orchards Has Not Only Been a Family-Run Business, but a Family-Fun Destination

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24 Designing and Creating Breathtaking Spaces For More Than 40 Years, Kitchen & Bath Concepts of Pittsburgh Has Been Making Clients' Dream Living Spaces a Reality

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DEPARTMENTS 4

Lifestyle Letter

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Good Times

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Around Town

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Driver’s Notebook

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Culinary Creations

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GOOD TIMES

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LUMBERJAXES TO OPEN NEW LOCATIONS IN MONROEVILLE AND CRANBERRY Pittsburgh’s premier ax-throwing company expands to accommodate demand. When Corey Deasy founded the first LumberjAxes location in Millvale, the concept was new to the area: an ax-throwing venue, where adults of all skill levels can try their hand at the cutting-edge entertainment phenomenon. Two years and countless bull's eyes later, the business has a second location in Mt. Lebanon (as well as a third in Phoenix) and is preparing to open two more in greater Pittsburgh this fall, one in Monroeville (10,000 square feet) and one in Cranberry (6,500 square feet). Both new venues are slated to open in September or October, and the Cranberry location will bring something new to the table: the first ax-throwing brewpub in Pittsburgh! “We noticed that folks were traveling pretty far to get to our first two venues,” says Deasy. “It was clear we needed to bring their favorite ax-throwing place closer to them.

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NEW CRANBERRY-AREA BREWPUB: DENTED KEG BREWING COMPANY The former McGinnis Sisters in the Adams Shoppes on Route 228 has been transformed into the Dented Keg Brewing Company. Opened by co-owners Matthew McCullough of Seven Fields and Corey Gibbons of Penn Hills, the 4,000-square-foot, 40-barrel brewery serves a rotating lineup of beers, house cider, regional wines and signature cocktails made with local spirits. McCullough’s brother, Derek, is the brewmaster. The 85-seat facility features a rustic industrial look and a small menu including appetizers, sandwiches and desserts (many of which are provided by the nearby Flour and Sugar Cakery). DentedKeg.com

DELLA TERRA'S GRAND RE-OPENING Chef Fiore Moletz's Della Tera is moving locations to a building that was previously a Mellon Bank. Still in Zelionople, the new location will expand the seating. Read more about chef Fiore Moletz in our Locally Owned feature on Page 28. DellaTerraPgh.com

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A CAR ENTHUSIASTS’ HEAVEN: THE HOLY GRAIL GARAGE

DRIVER’S NOTEBOOK

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ARTICLE MATT HACKE | PHOTOGRAPHY THE HOLY GRAIL GARAGE

SEE HOW THIS DECOMMISSIONED CHURCH WAS TURNED INTO A DIVINE NEW CONCEPT IN VEHICLE STORAGE WITH BENEFITS

GOING ON MORE THAN 40 YEARS IN THE

Along

with

co-owner

Kimberly

Phillips,

AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY, MIKE FANTO, THE

they’ve resurrected a beautiful decommissioned

FOUNDER AND OWNER OF TOWER AUTO SALES

church and created an exclusive two-level,

IN BLAWNOX, HAS COME TO REALIZE THE FACT

12,000-square-foot space for automobile stor-

THAT THERE ARE GOLF CLUBS, YACHT CLUBS,

age and converted the 2,500-square-foot rec-

HUNTING AND FISHING CLUBS, GUN CLUBS—ALL

tory into the clubhouse.

SORTS OF CLUBS OUT THERE—AND THEY ALL HAVE ONE THING IN COMMON: A CLUBHOUSE.

A key to the clubhouse entails some spectacular amenities. In addition to the car stor-

“I wanted to create a space where like-minded car

age spaces, there is a coffee area with tables,

people could gather and have a place to hang out no

lounge areas with flat-screen TVs, a pool table,

matter the weather,” he says.

a card/cigar room, a full kitchen, workout room,

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a bathroom with shower, a BYOB bar area and an office area. In

Ultimately, the Holy Grail Garage isn’t just another storage

the basement of the church, there's a wash bay area too, so you

facility. It is a place where people who are passionate about cars

can take your car out for a spin and clean it up after. There are

and collect cars can come together in perfect harmony to bond

also portable air compressors, jump boxes, plugs for battery ten-

and hang out 24/7, 365. It truly is the church of cars.

ders and fire and theft security.

The rules of the space are simple. As a storage client, you can

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responsibly; the only rule is to clean up after yourself. Winter is coming, and very limited space is still available for cars or motorcycles, so contact the garage now.

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CULINARY CREATIONS

ARTICLE JASON SOLAK

GOOD DRINK

AUTUMN BRINGS WITH IT SO MANY WONDERFUL COLORS, AROMAS AND FLAVORS—ALL CENTRAL COMPONENTS OF A GREAT COCKTAIL

IN CELEBRATION OF THE FALL SEASON AND OUR VERY FIRST OCTOBER ISSUE, WE ASKED A FEW OF OUR FAVORITE PLACES TO CREATE A SPECIAL COCKTAIL JUST FOR THIS FEATURE. Not only can you use these recipes at home, but each place will also be serving their drink all month long. Stop in, have a drink, and celebrate with us ... in spirits!

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NAPA PRIME CHOPHOUSE 101 Fowler Road, Wexford NapaPrimeChophouse.com

WINTER SUNSHINE A fruity rum drink with a cold-weather twist of nutmeg, reminding us all that rum is just as accessible with snow on the ground or the leaves changing color as it is on the beach.

INGREDIENTS

DIRECTIONS

+ 1 1/4 ounces Captain Morgan

1. Add Captain Morgan, Malibu, pineapple

+ 3/4 ounce Malibu

juice and orange juice to mixing glass.

+ 2 ounces pineapple juice

2 . Add ice, shake and strain into empt y

+ 1 ounce orange juice

hurricane glass.

+ 1/4 ounce grenadine

3. Top hurricane with ice.

+ 1 Maraschino cherry, for garnish

4. Slowly drip grenadine so it settles at the bot-

+ 1 orange slice, for garnish

tom of the glass.

+ Nutmeg, for garnish

5. Garnish with Maraschino cherry, orange slice and nutmeg.

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CULINARY CREATIONS

(CON TI N U ED)

BURGH’ERS 3601 Butler St., Pittsburgh 215 W. New Castle St., Zelienople BurghersPgh.com DELLA TERRA 100 Perry Highway, Harmony DellaTerraPgh.com

RYE

Refreshing fall drink that can be garnished with thyme!

INGREDIENTS

DIRECTIONS

+ 2 ounces infused rye whiskey*

1. Combine first 3 ingredients in a shaker with ice.

+ 4 dashes celery bitters

2. Shake well.

+ 1/4 ounce fresh lemon juice

3. Pour into an ice-filled glass

+ 1/2 ounce simple syrup

4. Top with club soda.

+ Club soda

5. Garnish with lemon twist and fresh thyme

+ Lemon twist, for garnish

sprig (optional).

+ 1 sprig fresh thyme, for garnish (optional)

*PUMPERNICKEL- AND CARAWAY-INFUSED RYE WHISKEY INGREDIENTS

DIRECTIONS

+ 1 750-milliliter bottle rye (local

In a saute pan over medium heat, toast

whiskey from Liberty Pole Spirits)

Pour rye over and cover. Refrigerate for 2 to

+ 2 teaspoons celery seeds

3 days. Strain rye into a bottle and discard

+ 5 grams fennel

beans and seeds.

+ 25 grams caraway seeds

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caraway, celery and coffee until fragrant.

+ 1 teaspoon ground coffee

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OFF THE HOOK 908 Warrendale Village Drive, Warrendale OffTheHookFish.com

CHOCOLATE PECAN PIE House pecan-infused Maker's 46 bourbon, accented with Aztec chocolate and black walnut bitters make this Manhattan equally as likely to be your opening cocktail as it is your complement to dessert.

INGREDIENTS

DIRECTIONS

+ 2 ounces Pecan Pie Bourbon*

1. Add all ingredients to mixing glass,

+ 1/2 ounce Antica Vermouth

top with ice and stir.

+ 1 dash chocolate bitters

2. Strain into highball with ice ball.

+ 3 dashes black walnut bitters

3. Garnish with shaved chocolate

+ Chocolate, for garnish

and a Luxardo cherry.

+ 1 Luxardo cherry, for garnish *PECAN PIE BOURBON INGREDIENTS

DIRECTIONS

+ 1 bottle Maker's 46

1. Combine ingredients.

+ 4 cups pecans

2. Let sit for a minimum of 2 days to infuse

+ 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

the flavors.

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Stepping into the Season KELLY CARNEY, OWNER OF EVA BRYN SHOETIQUE, DISCUSSES HER FABULOUS STORE AND FIRST YEAR IN BUSINESS ARTICLE MATT HACKE PHOTOGRAPHY TAMMY WILSON BLAZER

WHILE LIVING ABROAD IN SCOTLAND WITH HER FAMILY, GIBSONIA NATIVE KELLY CARNEY BECAME FRIENDS WITH KAREN FLETCHER, OWNER OF RUBY TUESDAY SHOES. "Karen taught me to appreciate trends and styles of shoes,” Kelly says.

Inspired and mentored by Karen, after moving back to Pittsburgh, Kelly started to take classes at the Center for Women’s Entrepreneurship at Chatham University with the plan of opening a shoe store.

That plan finally came to fruition last September, when Kelly opened Eva Bryn Shoetique.

Kelly’s boutique, named after her twin daughters, Eva and Bryn, carries a wide selection of shoes that hit many different interests and price points.

“I sell comfortable and fashionable shoes,” Kelly says. “My main price point for shoes that I carry is between $80 and $250, and 95% of my shoes are between those prices.”

Currently, the boutique offers women’s daytime, evening and special occasion shoes, from brands more unique to the area, such as All Black Footwear, Jeffrey Campbell, and Kelly’s one highend line, Lucy Choi of London.

“Lucy Choi is the niece of famed footwear designer Jimmy Choo, and in fact, she actually works in the former space that he worked in,” Kelly says. “The shoes are a total statement piece. It’s the shoe where you can wear all black and let it speak for itself."

Just in time for fall, Kelly’s store is stocked with the latest trends of the season, including platforms, Kelly Carney, owner of Eva Bryn Shoetique

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animal prints and tortoiseshell details.

Owner of Eva Bryn Shoetique, Kelly Carney, with her family

“THERE ARE SO MANY OTHER WOMEN-OWNED BUSINESSES THAT HAVE BEEN AROUND THIS TOWN FOR A LONG TIME, AND THEY HAVE ALL BEEN SO SUPPORTIVE AND GREAT MENTORS.”

Eva Bryn Shoetique 117 S. Main St., Zelienople 724.553.2232, EvaBrynShoetique.com

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STEPPING INTO THE SEASON

(CON TI N U ED)

“MY BUSINESS IS A PLACE WHERE YOU DON’T NEED A DRESSING ROOM TO TRY ANYTHING ON.”

“A platform is big for fall, and no matter what height you are, you should wear them,” she says.

“I love when taller women wear platforms and embrace their height!"

Aside from shoes, Kelly also carries five lines of handbags, several lines of jewelry and capes, wraps, blazers and jackets.

“My business is a place where you don’t need a dressing room to try anything on,” she says.

Having just celebrated the boutique’s one-year anniversary with a spectacular party, Kelly can’t believe a year has already gone by.

"Before I opened a little over a year ago, I knew I really wanted to be somewhere where you could park your car and spend the afternoon going from shop to shop,” she says. “I also wanted to be able to complement the other amazing business here in Zelienople.”

Kelly is quick to point out that the support of the other businesses in the area has been tremendous.

“There are so many other women-owned businesses that have been around this town for a long time, and they have all been so supportive and great mentors,” she says. “So, my first year in business has been more than fantastic. Plus, women are always in a happy mood when they’re shopping for shoes!”

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ARTICLE MATT HACKE | PHOTOGRAPHY SOERGEL ORCHARDS

FOR MORE THAN 100 YEARS, SOERGEL ORCHARDS HAS NOT ONLY BEEN A FAMILY-RUN BUSINESS, BUT ALSO A FAMILY-FUN DESTINATION

Family First

SINCE 1850, THE SOERGEL FAMILY HAS BEEN FARMING MORE THAN 450 ACRES OF LAND BETWEEN ALLEGHENY AND BUTLER COUNTIES. The history of the farm dates back seven generations, when John Conrad Soergel, a German immigrant, settled on the land that encompasses the massive operation the farm has come to be today.

“He started by planting apple trees and selling the apples wholesale through the first half of the 20th century,” says Eric Voll, one of the general managers of the business and sixth-generation member of the Soergel family.

By the 1970s, the market that stands today was established and since then has grown tenfold.

“Several greenhouses were added in the 1980s to complement the market, as well as a Garden Center and Home Accents,” Eric says. “By the end of the '80s, a full-scale bakery, deli and gift barn and rack and cloth cider press were up and running.”

Today, the operation includes an Arrowhead Wine Shop and Arsenal Cider House satellite locations, as well as Naturally Soergel’s, a natural food store.

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While there truly is something for every age at Soergels to do yearround, the most popular season for the farm is by far fall.

“When we get into the fall season, we become more regionally known for our festival, which started in the 1970s and has become a family tradition for many,” Eric says.

Beginning the second to last Saturday and Sunday of September and continuing every weekend through the end of October, Soergels Fall Festival is the perfect way to enjoy those brisk autumn mornings and comfortably warm afternoons.

“From 11 a.m. through 5 p.m. on those days, we will have something for everyone,” Eric says.

From tractor rides to pony rides and apple picking to pumpkin picking, getting into the spirit of the season will be a breeze.

For young families, kids can roam free and enjoy the many activities the festival entails.

“For younger kids, we have a whole bunch of carnival games, bounce houses and a corn stalk maze,” Eric says.

Adults can expect to enjoy food and libations from an array of local partners Soergels works with.

“Whether it’s coming out to enjoy our barbecue and listening to music with friends or picking out pumpkins to decorate for Halloween with your kids, you won’t be disappointed.”

The longevity of Soergels is a testament to the family’s hard work and dedication to the community.

“The fourth through sixth generations are still here working, including my grandma, aunt, uncle, parents, brother, sister, brother-in-law and cousins,” Eric says. “We all have kids now that run around too, so really the fourth, fifth, sixth and seventh generations are all here.”

Eric makes sure to mention that without the support of the community and the help of more than 200 staff members, the success of Soergels wouldn’t be possible.

"It truly wouldn't be possible if it weren’t for the community and our amazing staff,” he says. “They are the reason why traditions like the Fall Festival are made possible each year.”

Soergel Orchards 2573 Brandt School Road, Wexford 724.935.1743, Soergels.com

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OPEN HOUSE

The Living Room "We used a muted color palette so the artwork would pop.

We also chose to use a fireplace as opposed to a TV and integrated ceiling speakers so that whenever people come over, the music could be on in the background, and the focus is on them and not other things going on in the house.”

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D E S I G N I N G A N D C R E AT I N G

H TA T A E BR

K I N G S PA C ES

ARTICLE MATT HACKE

FOR MORE THAN 40 YEARS, KITCHEN & BATH CONCEPTS OF PITTSBURGH HAS BEEN MAKING CLIENTS' DREAM LIVING SPACES INTO A REALITY

GROWING UP, TOM TRZCINSKI OFTEN TAGGED ALONG ON HIS FATHER’S CARPENTRY JOBS. “My grandfather, Stanley [Trzcinski], was a union finish carpenter who ran a small cabinet shop of his own in Beaver Falls,” says Tommy Trzcinski, Tom’s son.

“My father was inspired by my grandfather’s work, so after graduating from Penn KITCHEN & BATH CONCEPTS

State, he started Custom Craft Cabinetry, the predecessor of KBC, in 1973.”

OF PITTSBURGH

From there, the family business truly took hold, as the Trzcinskis—Tom and

176 Rochester Road, Pittsburgh

his wife, Karen, built—literally!—a reputation for innovative kitchen design and

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top-quality, custom casework.

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OPEN HOUSE

(CON TI N U ED)

The Outd oor Kitchen “Custom

wood

fronts

on

powder-coated stainless steel doors and a custom gasket system are what make this outdoor kitchen completely waterproof. A part of our job that’s exhilarating is understanding each project as a room but also how it fits with the rest of the space. Bringing the colors from the kitchen to this outdoor space is what makes spaces feel like home.”

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“ALONG WITH OUR AMAZING STAFF, MOST OF WHOM HAVE BEEN WITH US FOR MANY YEARS AND WHO WE CONSIDER FAMILY, OUR COMPANY HAS TAKEN ON NOT ONLY KITCHEN AND BATHS PROJECTS, BUT OTHER AREAS OF THE HOME, SUCH AS WET BARS, OFFICES/LIBRARIES, CLOSETS, OUTDOOR KITCHENS AND MORE.”

Today, Tom and Karen’s children, Tommy (president and general manager) and Jamie (VP of Finance), have followed in their parents’ footsteps—both dedicated and committed to the design excellence the company has been providing clients for more than 45 years.

The Office "When you look at the desk, you can see it is very architectural. The color of the iron bands going around the desk was specifically taken from the powder-coat color of the main staircase. That floating glass piece was an homage to the staircase too. Bringing in the colors and design elements from other areas, we achieved the goal of making the whole home flow and feel cohesive.”

“With the help and dedication of our long-standing design team, all of whom we consider family, our company has grown over the years to specialize not only in kitchen and bath projects, but other areas of the home, such as wet bars, offices/libraries, closets, outdoor kitchens and more,” Tommy says.

One of the company’s most recent projects included a beautiful townhome in the Strip District.

“For a former client of ours, we worked with her to design all three floors of her new home and make her vision come to life,” Tommy says.

Below, Tommy takes us through and shows off the exquisite property Kitchen & Bath Design Concepts of Pittsburgh designed and constructed.

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LOCALLY OWNED

a l l

t h i n g s

LOCAL

NORTH HILLS NATIVE AND RESTAURANT OWNER CHEF FIORE MOLETZ SHARES THE STORY BEHIND BURGH’ERS AND DELLA TERRA ARTICLE JASON SOLAK

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EARLY

IN HIS LIFE, FIORE MOLETZ FOUND

HIMSELF

WORK-

ING IN SOME PITTSBURGH ITALIAN RESTAURANTS. It was not his intention at the time to eventually be a restaurant owner, but he had the opportunity to do some cooking and fell in love with it. As often is the case with Pittsburgh natives, Fiore made his way

out of Pittsburgh to places such as New York City and Kansas City, then eventually back home.

In 2010 Fiore opened Burgh’ers. At the time, burger restaurants were not nearly as popular as they are now. Fiore recalls how during one of his visits to New York City he thought about how much he loved having a quality burger place on almost every corner. At this time, Pittsburgh was overrun with Italian restaurants, which would have naturally been his first choice. So he decided to do something different. Originally intended to open in Lawrenceville but unable to at the time, Burgh’ers found a home near Zelienople. Things worked out well, so well that the Lawrenceville location eventually opened in 2017, and the original just moved to a larger location earlier this year.

“That town is the most amazing place on earth. I don't know how else to say it ... it's mind-blowing! The town has supported us from day one,” Fiore says.

Fiore takes sourcing food, his community and employees seriously. He prides himself on having produced a model of restaurant that is wholesome, local, pays employees a livable wage, and is

Photo by Clay Williams/Courtesy of The James Beard Foundation

sure to have a clean, positive impact on everyone involved.

ALSO: Check out the special drinks Burgh’ers and Della Terra will

DELLA TERRA GRAND REOPENING

be offering all month long in honor of our drink feature on Page 14.

IN OCTOBER

Burgh'ers

operates Della Terra, a restaurant he opened in

215 W. New Castle St., Zelienople

2013 that allows him to showcase his Italian cook-

3601 Butler St., Pittsburgh

ing skills. Fiore decided to take over a space that

BurghersPgh.com

was previously inhabited by a restaurant with a

In addition to Burgh’ers, Fiore also owns and

wood-fire pizza oven. It originally focused solely on pizza and pasta, but recently entrees have been added to the menu. Much like Burgh’ers, the success of Della Terra has led it toward moving locations.

The new location, previously a bank, will expand seating and is planned to officially open this month.

Della Terra 100 Perry Highway, Harmony DellaTerrapPgh.com

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GIVING BACK

Before the night begins - 2019 Class

Presenting Sponsor UPMC/UPMC Health Plan Ron Bauer, Giving Ambassador

Pittsburgh's

50 Finest ARTICLE JASON SOLAK

PHOTOGRAPHY ZACHARY DIBERADIN

Announcing another record-breaking total of funds raised. Western PA Chapter’s 50 Finest program remains the top campaign in the country.

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THE WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA CHAPTER OF THE CYSTIC FIBROSIS FOUNDATION HONORED THIS YEAR’S CLASS OF 50FINEST AT THE 24TH ANNUAL GALA

EACH YEAR THE CYSTIC FIBROSIS FOUNDATION

year, he proudly declared Aug. 17, 2019, as “Pittsburgh’s 50

HONORS A SELECT GROUP OF MEN AND WOMEN

Finest Day” in the city of Pittsburgh. The event also included

FROM CITIES OR REGIONS ACROSS THE COUN-

heartfelt speeches from those who suffer from the disease, a

TRY THAT ARE COMMITTED TO PROFESSIONAL

charity auction, a sit-down dinner, dancing and more.

GROWTH THROUGH A GUIDED FUNDRAISING AND

This year’s honorees raised more than $540,000. All

AWARENESS CAMPAIGN. Pittsburgh’s 50 Finest, pre-

proceeds from Pittsburgh’s 50 Finest help to support cystic

sented by the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation of Western PA,

fibrosis research, as well as medical and educational pro-

is the longest-running of the Foundation’s “Finest” pro-

grams. The CFF, founded in 1955, has been on a mission

grams. It is also the most successful, breaking fundraising

to cure the hereditary disease that affects the lungs and

records across all chapters.

digestive system and to provide all people with the disease

This year’s sold-out event had more than 1,000 guests in

the opportunity to lead full, productive lives.

attendance. One of those guests was Pittsburgh Mayor Bill Peduto, who was actually a 2002 Finest honoree himself. This

To learn more and to get involved, visit CFF.org.

WANT TO TAKE PART IN PITTSBURGH’S 50 FINEST? Here’s how it works:

1 Nominate/Get Nominated

2 Fundraise/ Network

3 Celebrate/

Attend Gala

+ Nominations are now open. Go

+ The 50 chosen honorees then begin

+ The fundraising campaigns culminate

to this link to submit a candidate.

their fundraising campaigns in early

with the Finest finale celebration.

AFASignup.Formstack.com/forms/

March 2020. This begins with a kick-

This evening honors the honorees’

2020_nomination_suggestion

off reception where the nominees

accomplishments as CF Foundation

+ In celebration of Pittsburgh’s 50

will be introduced to other nominees,

ambassadors. Next year, 2020, will

Finest’s 25th year, select professional

Finest alumni and mentors, staff and

be the 25th Annual Pittsburgh’s 50

couples will also be honored in addi-

special guests. Throughout the cam-

Finest Gala, a huge milestone for

tion to the 50 individuals.

paign, Finest honorees also have the

the event. For more information,

+ Nominations close Jan. 31, 2020. The

opportunity to network at various

visit Finest.CFF.org, and/or follow

committee

Foundation events. Honorees often

Pittsburgh’s 50 Finest on Facebook.

will then review the nominations and

host their own fundraising events, as

select the honorees that most exem-

well as utilizing other methods to raise

plify strong leadership qualities, are

money for their individual campaigns

Pittsburgh’s

50

Finest

active in their community and have excelled in their chosen profession.

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