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  • Espresso a Mano: A Hidden Pittsburgh Gem
    twodaymag's Relationship Contributor: Anya Alvarez

    Espresso a Mano: A Hidden Pittsburgh Gem

    Whether one is looking for a great cup of coffee or just a place to relax and socialize, Espresso a Mano provides an atmosphere of friendliness and openness perfect for the people of Pittsburgh. Come as you are, and come have some coffee!

  • Fall Back With This Delicious Dish: Steve’s Succotash!
    Chef Steve Bland's Recipes for Love

    Fall Back With This Delicious Dish: Steve’s Succotash!

    Fresh green soybeans, called edamame or sweet beans, are a great twist on this classic American dish, usually prepared with lima beans. Succotash can be topped with grilled shrimp, salmon or chicken for those meat-lovers, or can be left to stand alone for vegans and vegetarians.

  • Cheat on Your Husband (With Your Husband)
    Miss N's Required Reading

    Cheat on Your Husband (With Your Husband)

    Syrtash sets the stage by delving into the physical components of love and lust, including brain chemistry. When you first start dating, you’re close to delusional. At least, you see things through a different lens: what may later become your partner’s annoying habits at first seem like quirks or cute idiosyncrasies.

  • Introducing: Savasana Juice
    Chef Steve Bland's Recipes for Love

    Introducing: Savasana Juice

    I have launched a new fresh juice company, Savasana Juice Company.  I will be providing fresh squeezed juices to yoga studios, gyms and individuals in the Pittsburgh area that are looking for a refreshing, delicious all-natural, detoxifying drink.

  • Lovely Labor Day Cuisine
    Chef Steve Bland's Recipes for Love

    Lovely Labor Day Cuisine

    Chef Steve's latest recipe is a delicious Crunchy Thai Salad and Pulled Chicken Sandwiches. But, fear not, vegetarians! He also makes a delicious vegetable sandwich as an alternative. Perfect for a Labor Day picnic!

  • Ease into Fall with a Yummy Tomato-Corn Pie!
    Chef Steve Bland's Recipes for Love

    Ease into Fall with a Yummy Tomato-Corn Pie!

    The harvest is starting to come in and tomatoes are ripening every day. If you don’t do your daily garden work, the fruits of your labor will go bad on the vines.  So, here is a delicious recipe to put your labor to good work and impress the favorite nay-sayer in your life!

  • Quick and Easy Summer Dishes
    Chef Steve Bland's Recipes for Love

    Quick and Easy Summer Dishes

    As we hit the dog days of summer, keeping cool is a major priority. Nobody wants to spend too much time in the kitchen when you could be spending that time with you special someone.  

  • Smooth Operator
    Chef Steve Bland's Recipes for Love

    Smooth Operator

    Want to do something special for that special someone during the summer months? So, why not try a light and refreshing smoothie to energize you in the morning and a smoothie with an added adult beverage to relax you in evening? 

  • BONUS INTERVIEW with Nicole Daedone, author of ‘Slow Sex’
    Miss N's Required Reading

    BONUS INTERVIEW with Nicole Daedone, author of ‘Slow Sex’

    "Not only is it your birthright [to receive love] but it is your responsibility to accept that love. Everyone is walking around looking for love. What would happen if you were the face that was that love?"

  • Slow Sex: The Art and Craft of the Female Orgasm
    Miss N's Required Reading

    Slow Sex: The Art and Craft of the Female Orgasm

    Instead of thinking “faster, harder, more, more!” or numbing our sensations away with vibrators, Daedone believes a feather-light, constant stroke to the clitoris, followed by a grounding of energy can help one regain their sensations and find their bliss with just the lightest touch.