Exploring the best bites, sips, and activities in the city of Pittsburgh and beyond – and trying to look cute while doing it.
HAPPY DECEMBER LOVES! The holiday season is one of the most beloved times of the year, and for good reason. This time of year is filled with love, laughter, family, friends, and cozying up by the fire (especially in chilly Pittsburgh). So many fun activities come around in December like holiday shopping, ice skating, and…
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If you haven’t heard, Pittsburgh’s newest attraction is the Van Gogh Immersive Experience! Van Gogh, being the incredible painter he was, created so many works that unfortunately did not become famous until right before his death and then after. Most people know Van Gogh as “the artist who cut his ear off,” BUT this immersive…
I am here to introduce the newest and trendiest experience in the Burgh, the Winery Picnic Experience by Glam Picnic Co.! This experience is available at 5 wineries that have partnered with Glam Picnic (Ripepi, Red Fox Winery & Lounge, J&D Cellars, Black Dog Wine Company, and Thistlethwaite Vineyards). Each experience starts off with a…
The parents to be! Balloons by a local friend, Emily Jones. This past weekend I attended the absolute CUTEST baby shower for my cousin and need to share the deets with yinz! My aunt and family friends put the whole thing on without an event planner and WOW. The theme of “Adventure Begins” was the…
Spring has sprung and summer is right around the corner!! This means right now is the perfect time to plan your summer bucket list. One thing I make a point to do a few times each summer is kayak. Last year I decided to buy myself my own, but if you aren't an avid kayaker,…
For those of you that don’t know what Galentine’s is or aren’t sure how to celebrate it, I am here for ya sista! With Valentine’s Day coming up, chocolates, flowers and love will soon flood social media. There’s a lot of single ladies out there that aren’t fans of the holiday and a lot of…
This past weekend myself and my friend pulled off an AMAZING surprise engagement party for my friend Tori. It was quite an adventure throwing everything together in one week before she arrived in Pittsburgh. I’m here to tell you how we did it so you can pull it off too! 1. Venue, Food, Decor Alright,…
It's no surprise as we round out 2020 that this year has been more than a MAJOR STRUGGLE. Small businesses closing their doors for good, hospitals filled, nurses working hours on end and not being able to spend as much time with your family and friends. Through all of this, we have started to get…
So I have a lot of members of The 412 Franimal squad that are not on Instagram or may have missed my takeover of the popular Pittsburgh Instagram account @peopleoftheburgh this past Sunday! I wanted to round up all of the things I mentioned on the gram so everyone can enjoy my recommendations. So without…
Can you believe it’s going to be December this week?? The holiday season is upon us which means HOLIDAY SHOPPING! One of the best local spots to shop this holiday season is Butler Street in the heart of Lawrenceville. You will find a mix of fun little unique shops, bars, restaurants and more! I’m here…
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