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PHOTOS: Cancelled, Cold and COVID – Mardi Gras 2021 Prevails

By Matthew Hinton | February 17, 2021

Even though Mardi Gras 2021 looked different, you can’t keep Carnival out of the hearts of New Orleanians. Here’s a look at Mardi Gras Day during COVID-19.

Stories of Appalachia

Rolling Pepperoni Unwrapped: Katt Schuler & the stories of Appalachia

By David Neimanis | February 16, 2021

“RP Unwrapped” is a new book from Rolling Pepperoni offering up a collection of stories from Appalachia

What’s Happening in (virtual) New Orleans this week: Feb. 15-21

By Matt Haines | February 16, 2021

A lot of New Orleans is shut down for Mardi Gras, but we’re still finding ways to safely have fun.  Here are some of the online events we’re most looking forward to in Virtual New Orleans this week.

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Pepp’s Pub: a new look for this Marginy dive (and it’s pup friendly)

By Beth D'Addono | February 16, 2021

This Marigny dive bar has rolled with the punches since the beginning of the pandemic, creating a parklet to serve customers and teaming up with a neighborhood restaurant for food.

Valentine’s Day in Pittsburgh

Last-minute guide to celebrating Valentine’s Day in Pittsburgh (2021)

By Lindsay Patross | February 12, 2021

We’re here to help you win Valentine’s Day without leaving your house. 

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Last-minute guide to celebrating Valentine’s Day in New Orleans (2021)

By Very Local Staff | February 12, 2021

Carnival doesn’t get you off the hook for celebrating Valentine’s Day

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There is still time to order a dozen bacon roses for Valentine’s Day

By Lindsay Patross | February 12, 2021

Every Tuesday is bacon night at both the Harris Grill & Shiloh Grill. For Valentine’s Day, you can order a dozen bacon roses from either location.

Tartine New Orleans

Tartine: This much-loved neighborhood bakery/cafe makes an amazing King Cake

By Matt Haines | February 11, 2021

Located in New Orlean’s Black Pearl neighborhood, Tartine is known for bread, sandwiches and amazing breakfasts, also makes one of the best King Cakes in town

Gifts that keep giving: Pittsburgh subscription boxes

By Megha Pai | February 11, 2021

Gift shopping? These subscriptions also make great, unique gifts for the loved ones in your life — there’s something for everyone on this list.

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What a wonderful world: The love story of Louis and Lucille Armstrong

By Marielle Songy | February 10, 2021

While many know of Louis’ accomplishments on stage, little is known about his personal life. Louis was married four times, his first marriage occurring when he was only 17 years old. However, it was his fourth and final marriage, to Lucille Wilson Armstrong, that was his longest. This was the relationship that would define Louis’ life.