Homedification

This week’s Pittsburgh hot spot is Cioppino's Restaurant & Cigar Bar! I love this place so much because the staff is amazing and will cater to your every need. If you are there for a special occasion and make a reservation in advance, they will even make custom keepsake menus for your table. the food is always delicious, and whether you are in the restaurant, lounge, or cigar bar, the menu is phenomenal.  The cigar bar is attached to the restaurant and lounge, and is a gorgeous wood clad escape. Even if you do not partake in cigars, you shouldn't hesitate to spend time there because the ventilation is impressive and the bar fixture is a sight to see. They strive for a true experience, and also have valet parking, and live music in the lounge Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. I have personally been there for date nights, birthdays, and even to celebrate a dear friend's engagement. This is one of my personal favorites!

This week’s Pittsburgh hot spot is Roxanne's Dried Flowers! I love this place so much because everything is beyond beautiful. They have great giftables, ranging from soaps and scents to wallpaper, as well as any type of dried flower you could be seeking. They have wreaths for every season, floral arrangements, and even self-serve potpourri that will last you an eternity(mine is going 2 years strong, and still smells amazing!). They even do wedding florals to give you lasting flowers that represent your vision and commemorate your most special day. Their store displays are works of art, and this is truly a place to find inspiration if you are looking for it in your home. If you can't make the trip down to the Strip District to visit their shop,  you can shop online as well. Make sure to follow them on social media to keep the beauty coming! @RoxannesDriedFlowers

This week is Pittsburgh Restaurant Week. Foodies are rejoicing because this glorious week only happens twice a year, and is always a hit. Featuring over 80 eateries, bars, steakhouses, lounges, and grilles, this is something you don't want to miss. The event is running January 13th through the 19th, and takes place at so many locations it doesn't matter what side of a river or tunnel you are trying to get to. If you are feeling extremely indecisive, you can use the awesome Restaurant Roulette feature on the website, or plug in your address into the Restaurant Map to find something by proximity. They truly have all of your bases covered. Now get out there and try something new!! For a full list of the participating restaurants, and all of the details about this event,  http://pittsburghrestaurantweek.com/