EPISODE · Nov 2, 2023 · 18 MIN
Your Guide to Latin American Food in Pgh
from City Cast Pittsburgh · host City Cast
As Allegheny County’s Latinx population grows, we’re also seeing more restaurants reflecting our changing demographics. Luz Amanda Hank and Howard Alvarez from Pitt’s Center for Latin American Studies are helping shape Pittsburgh’s Latin American food scene — from organizing festivals to getting restaurants off the ground. Hear their top picks for new and traditional favorites — from the perfect rice and beans to arepas and carne asada — plus grocery staples and so much more. Find their full restaurant list here and recommend more Latin American and Caribbean cuisine via their form. Restaurants, food trucks, and other spots mentioned in this episode: Five Stars Honduran Restaurant Cilantro & Ajo Papelón Pabellón Arepittas Tú y Yo Café Tango Food Truck Antojitos Hondureños El Chucho Leon’s Caribbean Pupusas y Antojitos Helen La Palapa El Chaqueño Las Palmas Reyna Foods Monroy Supermarket La Poblanita Mercearia Brazilian Mini Market Orquidea Latin Market Panadería Jazmin Pisko Peruvian Gourmet El Ricón Oaxaqueño La Calera Mexican Bar and Grill Want some more Pittsburgh news? Make sure to sign up for our daily morning Hey Pittsburgh newsletter. We’re also on Instagram @CityCastPgh! Not a fan of social? Then leave us a voicemail at 412-212-8893. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.
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As Allegheny County’s Latinx population grows, we’re also seeing more restaurants reflecting our changing demographics. Luz Amanda Hank and Howard Alvarez from Pitt’s Center for Latin American Studies are helping shape Pittsburgh’s Latin American food scene — from organizing festivals to getting restaurants off the ground. Hear their top picks for new and traditional favorites — from the perfect rice and beans to arepas and carne asada — plus grocery staples and so much more. Find their full restaurant list here and recommend more Latin American and Caribbean cuisine via their form. Restaurants, food trucks, and other spots mentioned in this episode: Five Stars Honduran Restaurant Cilantro & Ajo Papelón Pabellón Arepittas Tú y Yo Café Tango Food Truck Antojitos Hondureños El Chucho Leon’s Caribbean Pupusas y Antojitos Helen La Palapa El Chaqueño Las Palmas Reyna Foods Monroy Supermarket La Poblanita Mercearia Brazilian Mini Market Orquidea Latin Market Panadería Jazmin Pisko Peruvian Gourmet El Ricón Oaxaqueño La Calera Mexican Bar and Grill Want some more Pittsburgh news? Make sure to sign up for our daily morning Hey Pittsburgh newsletter. We’re also on Instagram @CityCastPgh! Not a fan of social? Then leave us a voicemail at 412-212-8893. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.
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