Toasted Steak Sandwich with Pesto Mayo

To toast or not to toast was a question on my mind this weekend. I’ve been craving steak lately and decided to combine several of my favorite flavors to create this hearty sandwich. I really wanted something I could truly devour with manly force. I actually made two versions of this sandwich on two different [...]

Artichoke & Roasted Red Pepper Focaccia

Located near Pittsburgh’s downtown core is a one half square mile area known as the Strip District. This landmark neighborhood is home to a wide variety of gritty independent retail shops, ethnic food emporiums and local restaurants. The place is not for those seeking to wrap themselves in the sanitized comfort of a suburban strip [...]

Marinated Artichokes

This recipe was a classic example of having to improvise to ensure I stick to the plan. I was originally intending to make roasted artichokes for my Party on the Porch. But, what seemed like a simple visit to the store, turned into an adventure around Pittsburgh to find them. The only place that had [...]