Posted by The Encore on 7th on 8:41 AM
Playing ball with the Steelers on Heinz Field is something every fan dreams of. This Tuesday fans the heroes of our nation got that opportunity of a lifetime. The military men and women played against the Steelers and
showed off their impressive skills in all the elements of the game.
Some new faces at Heinz Field on Tuesday night caught passes with the Steelers.
These weren’t your average football pros, but they’re heroes in their own way.
Soldiers fighting for freedom overseas took the spotlight at Heinz Field with their families.
“It’s amazing,” said Rob Stohan. “Your heart sinks; you just can’t believe it’s actually happening.”
The military men
and women went head-to-head with their football heroes, showing off
their touchdown dances and nailing their field goals.
“For
us, it’s like a dream come true,” said Joshua Caskey. “Because in this
city everybody bleeds black and gold, and I’m one of those huge fans,
along with my son, who’s having a blast.”
The “Heroes at Heinz Field” event provided a unique way to honor those who sacrifice so much for their country.
Defensive end Brett Keisel, who usually pushes around offensive linemen, pushed one of his injured heroes to the team photo.
“They’re
making the ultimate sacrifice for all of us in this country, and it’s
great to be able to come down and personally thank them,” Keisel said.
For more information see
WTAE.
Posted by The Encore on 7th on 9:32 AM
Summer may be over, but the weather is still feeling like summer. A great way to cool down is an old fashion ice cream sandwich! This is a great recipe for making these tasty treats at home for your whole family to enjoy.
Old-Fashioned Ice Cream Sandwiches
Yield: 8 to 10 ice cream sandwiches
Prep Time:
12 hours | Bake Time: 7 to 8 minutes
For the Filling:
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1 quart vanilla ice cream (homemade or store-bought)
For the Cookies:
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½ cup vegetable shortening
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1¼ cups light brown sugar
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½ teaspoon baking powder
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¾ teaspoon salt
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½ cup Dutch-process cocoa powder
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½ teaspoon instant espresso powder
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½ teaspoon vanilla extract
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2 cups all-purpose flour, divided
1. Line a 9×13-inch baking dish with foil, allowing excess to hang over the edges.
2. If you’re using homemade ice cream, immediately after churning,
spread the ice cream into the prepared pan. If using store-bought ice
cream, soften it slightly and then spread it into the prepared pan.
Freeze overnight.
3. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
4. In a large mixing bowl, beat together the shortening and the brown
sugar with an electric mixer for 2 to 3 minutes. Add the baking powder,
salt, cocoa powder, espresso powder and vanilla. Mix until incorporated.
Mix in 1 cup of the flour, followed by 2 tablespoons of water, and then
add the remaining 1 cup flour and another 2 tablespoons of water,
mixing well until no dry ingredients remain (give it some time, up to 5
minutes of mixing). The dough should be soft and pliable but not sticky;
if necessary, add more water, a teaspoon at a time, until the dough
comes together.
5. Turn out half the dough onto a lightly floured surface and roll to
an even 1/8-inch to ¼-inch thickness. Cut the dough into 2×4-inch
rectangles (you could also cut into squares, or use a cookie cutter to
make circles).
6. Transfer the cookies to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Using a skewer (or the tip of a thermometer – works awesome!), poke a
pattern of holes on each cookie’s surface. Roll out, cut, and poke
remaining dough, rerolling the scraps as you work. Place the sheets of
cookies in the freezer for 10 minutes before baking.
7. Bake 7 to 8 minutes, or until the cookies are just set. Do not overbake.
8. Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool 2 to 3 minutes on a
baking sheet. Transfer to cooling racks and cool to room temperature.
Freeze cookies for at least 1 hour before assembling the sandwiches.
9. To assemble the sandwiches, have everything ready and work quickly!
Match up cookies of the same size and have them laid out and ready for
the ice cream. Use the edges of the foil to lift the block of firm ice
cream from the baking pan and place it on a cutting board. Working
quickly, cut the ice cream into 2×4-inch rectangles (you’ll have a
little ice cream left over). Using a narrow stainless steel spatula,
place a rectangle between two chilled cookies and press the cookies
lightly to adhere. (I found it easiest to do this one at a time. Cut one
or two rectangles, assemble those cookies and place on a tray, then do
one or two more, etc. until you’re finished.) Return the sandwiches to
the freezer for at least 30 minutes. Wrap individually in plastic wrap
and store in an airtight container or zip-top plastic bag in the
freezer.
For more information see
Pittsburgh Magazine.
Posted by The Encore on 7th on 10:29 AM
Savor Pittsburgh is happening in just two weeks down at the SouthSide
works. This is year seven for the annual event where restaurants all
converge on Southside for various competitions throughout the weekend.
You can attend the competitions and events with proceeds going to
Magee-Womens Research Institute and Foundation.
Join us Thursday and Friday, September 6 and 7, 2012 for
the seventh annual Savor Pittsburgh: A Celebration of Cuisine. This
scrumptious culinary competition has decided to spice things up and add a
2nd day to the most exciting event in Pittsburgh. Presented by
McCormick & Schmick’s Seafood Restaurant and SouthSide Works,
Savor Pittsburgh will benefit the fight against prematurity at
Magee-Womens Research Institute & Foundation.
This 2-day event will fill the SouthSide Works with aromas of appealing
appetizers, enticing entrees, delightful desserts and copious cocktails.
Savor Pittsburgh takes over the heart of Pittsburgh’s trendiest
shopping and dining district; SouthSide Works. A sprawling outdoor
“urbanesque†landscape is created under elegant white canopies,
bringing the best of the indoors to the outdoors for two nights of
dinner, cocktails and dancing.
Thursday, September 6th "The Culinary Competition"
A collection of Pittsburgh's finest chefs will share their favorite
recipes in an all-out competition for coveted “Dish of the Yearâ€
honors. The event blends a scrumptious menu, cocktails, music, dancing,
and a silent auction into an elegant fundraiser.
Last year more than 1,000 guests sampled 35 different dishes and danced
the night away under the stars to the sounds of No Bad Ju Ju. This year
we have even more participating restaurants and are expanding to 1,500
guests. Tickets to the event are only $65 per person and 100% of the
proceeds benefit the fight against prematurity at Magee-Womens Research
Institute & Foundation. A panel of celebrity and culinary judges
will taste and critique each dish and award prizes for the best in
several categories including Dish of the Year.â€
Friday, September 7th "THE Great Happy Hour Competition"
New to the mix is THE Great Happy Hour Food and Mixology competition
highlighting your favorite restaurants and bartenders battling for top
Happy Hour honors. Casual restaurants and bars will be the focus of this
competition which will allow us to encompass ALL Pittsburgh food and
cocktails. We are putting our own spin to the competition, featuring DJ
Nugget on an elevated DJ Booth and Bar bringing together mixes of music
and cocktails!
Vote for your favorite Happy Hour foods like sliders, wings, dips and
many others while tasting unique cocktail concoctions from the most
creative bartenders in the burgh!
How You Can Help
Cuisine and cocktails are the spotlight of this fun event, but the real
winner will be Magee-Womens Research Institute & Foundation. In an
effort to make the most money, we have several sponsorship opportunities
that you can take part in. We have both monetary and inkind
sponsorships (i.e. donations of food, wine, beer, and other goods and
services) available. To find out more about these opportunities, go to
our
www.savorpgh.com website for
more details. Through these opportunities, we can raise more funds in
the fight against prematurity for Magee-Womens Research Institute &
Foundation. We sincerely hope that you will take full advantage of this
popular event and thank you in advance for your consideration.
Posted by The Encore on 7th on 11:29 AM
The
sights, the sounds, the culture, the tradition; The Encore on 7th
indulges, explores and exemplifies everything downtown Pittsburgh has to
offer. By virtue of its exceptional location, The Encore on 7th is another superior addition to the already magnificent Pittsburgh Skyline.
Located in the heart of the renowned
Cultural District, The Encore on 7th is just steps away from
Broadway-style theater, the Pittsburgh Symphony, fine dining and
shopping with views directly up and down the Allegheny River and the
North Shore with PNC Park and Heinz Field.
Posted by The Encore on 7th on 10:53 AM
Enjoy a free big beachy bash at Bakery Square, with fun in the sun on a white sand beach in the heart of the East End. the event features live music by Mace Ballard & Revolution Radio, cold brews, the FUZE 20 foot water slide, beachy games, boardwalk-style treats and more! Proceeds benefit Riverlife.
Posted by The Encore on 7th on 1:28 PM
Posted by The Encore on 7th on 3:28 PM
No-Kids Night at the Science Center!
Thursday, August 9
6-10 pm
For just $10, you'll have access to four floors of exhibits, including GUITAR: The Instrument That Rocked The World, a planetarium show, scientific demos, and a cash bar with snacks available for purchase. Plus, enjoy a musical saw performance by local band Faithful Sinners!
Complete the evening with The Dark Knight Rises ($12 non-Members, $11 Members) on Pittsburgh's biggest screen! Showtimes: 4:15 pm, 7:15 pm, and 10:15 pm. But hurry, tickets are selling fast! After buying your tickets to21+ Night, click on CONTINUE SHOPPING to buy tickets to The Dark Knight Rises.
* Must be 21 years of age or older. Present valid ID at the Ticket Counter. Highmark SportsWorks® and the USS Requin submarine will not be open. But no worries, there's still plenty of fun to be had!
Soldiers fighting for freedom overseas took the spotlight at Heinz Field with their families.
