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🎄🇩🇪 A LITTLE PIECE OF GERMANY RIGHT HERE IN WESTERN PA! HARMONY IS TRANSFORMING INTO A CHRISTMAS WONDERLAND! 🇩🇪🎅If you haven’t experienced the holiday magic in Harmony, PA, this is your weekend!The beloved Weihnachtsmarkt German Christmas Market is happening TODAY and TOMORROW in historic Harmony, right next to Zelienople, and it’s something special!Picture historic streets filled with Christmas decorations, the smell of delicious German food, local artisans, handmade gifts, live entertainment and plenty of old-fashioned holiday charm.Here’s what you can experience:🎄 Traditional German Christmas market atmosphere🥨 German food, bratwurst and festive treats🍷 Traditional Glühwein🎁 Local vendors, artisans and unique holiday gifts🎶 Live music and traditional German dancing🐴 Horse-drawn carriage rides🎅 Santa appearances and family activitiesAND THERE’S MORE!The Center of Harmony is also hosting a separate Christmas Festival and Vendor Market inside the historic 1875 Opera Hall, featuring even more local vendors and holiday shopping!📍 WHERE: Historic Harmony, PA📅 WHEN: November 14–15🎄 Weihnachtsmarkt: Saturday 10 AM–6 PM | Sunday Noon–4 PM🎁 Center of Harmony Vendor Market: Saturday 10 AM–6 PM | Sunday 10 AM–4 PMThe Weihnachtsmarkt admission supports the Harmony Museum. The separate Opera Hall vendor market is FREE.What I love about events like this is that they remind us just how much character we have right here in Western Pennsylvania.You don’t need to travel hundreds of miles to experience something unique. Sometimes the best holiday traditions are right around the corner!❤️ LET’S SHOW SOME LOVE FOR HARMONY!Have you been to the Weihnachtsmarkt before? Is this a yearly tradition for your family, or will this be your first visit?And what’s your must-have when visiting a German Christmas market — bratwurst, holiday treats, handmade gifts or just soaking up the atmosphere?👇 TAG SOMEONE YOU’D LOVE TO TAKE!#HarmonyPA #Weihnachtsmarkt #Zelienople #WesternPA #PittsburghChristmas #ChristmasMarket #ShopLocal #SupportLocal #RestaurantGemsOfPittsburgh
🔥 BRISKET, RIBS, PORK BELLY AND EVEN RAMEN! THIS WARRRENDALE BBQ JOINT IS BRINGING SOMETHING DIFFERENT TO THE TABLE! 🔥Have you discovered Mitch’s Barbeque in Warrendale, PA?If you’re a barbecue fan, this is one worth putting on your radar!Mitch’s isn’t just serving up your traditional barbecue favorites. There’s a whole lot happening here, and that’s what makes this place so interesting!We’re talking about:🥩 Smoked Black Angus brisket🔥 Slow-smoked ribs and pulled pork🐖 Smoked pork belly🌮 Brisket and pork tacos🥢 Pork belly steamed buns🍜 Ramen featuring barbecue meats🍗 Smoked wings🍦 Homemade ice cream!And don’t overlook those fresh-made pork rinds and homemade sides!What really makes Mitch’s stand out is the combination of traditional barbecue and some unexpected flavors. You can come in looking for a classic barbecue platter and find yourself ordering something completely different.They also offer catering for gatherings and special occasions.This is exactly the kind of place we love bringing attention to at Restaurant Gems of Pittsburgh. Independent restaurants, local ownership, unique menus and businesses that give our region its own personality.📍 MITCH’S BARBEQUE16070 Perry HighwayWarrendale, PA 15086📞 724-940-1899Now I have to ask you something…WHO HAS EATEN AT MITCH’S BBQ?What’s the ONE thing somebody absolutely has to order? Are you going for the brisket, ribs, pork belly or something a little different like the ramen?Let’s hear from the people who know this place!👇 TAG YOUR BBQ CREW AND SHARE THIS WITH SOMEBODY WHO LOVES A GOOD LOCAL FOOD FIND!❤️ Remember, when we support our locally owned restaurants, we’re supporting the people and communities that make Western Pennsylvania special.ONE HIDDEN GEM AT A TIME.#RestaurantGemsOfPittsburgh #MitchsBBQ #WarrendalePA #PittsburghBBQ #WesternPAEats #SupportLocal #PittsburghFood
👀 WHAT WAS THE BIG CROWD OUTSIDE WALMART IN CRANBERRY TOWNSHIP TODAY?Drove by and noticed quite a crowd gathered outside near Walmart. Anyone know what was going on?Was everyone lining up for the new Ebisu Store opening, or was something else happening?I honestly don’t know much about it, but now I’m curious! 😂What’s the word, Cranberry? Fill us in! 👇#CranberryTownship #Pittsburgh #WhatsHappening #RestaurantGemsOfPittsburgh
🍗 CAPTAIN ROD, CHICKEN, TATERS & A LITTLE BLACK VELVET… THE BEAVER COUNTY LEGEND BEHIND HAROLD’S INN!!Some restaurants serve food. Others become part of a community’s history.And if you’ve spent any time around Beaver County, chances are you know the name Harold’s Inn!Located in Hopewell Township, Harold’s Inn dates back to 1960, when original founders Rod and Louise Hineman opened the doors and started building something special.But if you knew Rod, you probably knew him as Captain Rod!A true Beaver County character and local legend. He was known for his personality, his love of good food, and, of course, his appreciation for a little Black Velvet Whiskey! 🥃And then there was the food!We’re talking about the famous chicken and taters!Harold’s helped introduce Mountain-Style chicken wings to Beaver County. In fact, the original wings were given away at the bar to get people hooked. Let’s just say that plan worked!The signature seasoning, golden chicken and those famous taters became a tradition that generations of families have enjoyed.And the story doesn’t stop there.Harold’s has continued to evolve over the decades, offering everything from flame-grilled steaks and seafood to pasta, appetizers and plenty of comfort-food favorites. It’s also a popular destination for family gatherings, celebrations and catering.But there’s something special about places like this.Behind every longtime neighborhood restaurant are people, memories, family stories and personalities that helped make it what it is today.And Captain Rod was certainly one of those personalities.Today, we’re tipping our hats to Captain Rod, the Hineman family and the legacy of Harold’s Inn!📍 Harold’s Inn2134 Brodhead RoadHopewell Township / Aliquippa, PA 15001☎️ 724-375-8992🍗 Open Tuesday–Saturday starting at 11:30 AM. Closed Sunday and Monday.👇 BEAVER COUNTY, WE NEED YOUR STORIES!Did you know Captain Rod? Have you ever enjoyed his famous chicken and taters? Maybe you remember a night at the bar, a family dinner or a story involving that Black Velvet!Let’s hear your memories.And if you’ve been going to Harold’s for years, tell us what you ALWAYS order!❤️ Because around here, we’re not just finding restaurant gems. We’re celebrating the people, the history and the local legends behind them.One hidden gem at a time.#RestaurantGemsOfPittsburgh #HaroldsInn #BeaverCountyPA #HopewellTownship #AliquippaPA #PittsburghFood #WesternPA #LocalLegends #ChickenAndTaters #SupportLocal
🔥 THE DAILY FONTANA — EPISODE 4!Forget fancy recipes. Sometimes it’s all about HEAVY seasoning, high heat, and that beautiful SIZZLE! 🍗🔥A hot pan, perfectly seasoned chicken thighs, and no holding back. That’s how we’re doing it at the Fontana house!What’s your secret to making chicken taste GREAT? 👇#TheDailyFontana #RestaurantGemsOfPittsburgh #PittsburghFoodGuy #HomeCooking #FoodLovers