{"id":875,"date":"2016-02-22T15:11:41","date_gmt":"2016-02-22T20:11:41","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blogs.gcc.edu\/insider\/?p=875"},"modified":"2016-02-22T18:36:32","modified_gmt":"2016-02-22T23:36:32","slug":"outside-the-bubble-neighborhoods-of-pittsburgh-part-two","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.gcc.edu\/insider\/2016\/02\/22\/outside-the-bubble-neighborhoods-of-pittsburgh-part-two\/","title":{"rendered":"Outside the Bubble: Neighborhoods of Pittsburgh Part Two"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><em>This is the second part of a series highlighting some of my favorite neighborhoods of Pittsburgh. Pittsburgh is only 45 minutes away from Grove City, making it a great destination for a day trip. Be sure to check out the <a href=\"https:\/\/wp.me\/p6NAU7-d4\">first post<\/a> of this series which highlights Shadyside and Squirrel Hill on the east side of Pittsburgh. This post includes the Strip District and Market Square, two\u00a0eclectic\u00a0neighborhoods full of unique\u00a0events and authentic restaurants.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/blogs.gcc.edu\/insider\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2016\/02\/Neighborhoods3.png\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-962\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-962\" src=\"http:\/\/blogs.gcc.edu\/insider\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2016\/02\/Neighborhoods3.png\" alt=\"Neighborhoods3\" width=\"566\" height=\"454\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.gcc.edu\/insider\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2016\/02\/Neighborhoods3.png 566w, https:\/\/blogs.gcc.edu\/insider\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2016\/02\/Neighborhoods3-300x241.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 566px) 100vw, 566px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>STRIP DISTRICT<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Pittsburgh\u2019s Strip District, which runs along the Allegheny River, was once the home of many mills and factories due to its convenient location for transportation of goods and materials. The thriving industry in the Strip District during the 19<sup>th<\/sup> century made it a mixing pot for immigrants from all over Europe and Asia. As wholesalers began to leave the area in the mid to late 20<sup>th<\/sup> century, immigrants revitalized the abandoned warehouses, turning them into ethnic restaurants, specialty markets and art studios. Today, the Strip District is a bustling, outdoor historic market place. With crowded streets full of food vendors offering authentic cuisine from all over the world \u2013 from fish markets to homemade potato pancakes to fresh mozzarella \u2013 as well as native Pittsburgher\u2019s speaking \u201cPittsburghese\u201d, the Strip District is a great location for students looking to expand their surroundings and indulge in delicious food. While you\u2019re there be sure to check out Pamela\u2019s Diner, where the Obama family sampled some world famous pancakes. If the line is too long, you can try the pancakes topped with ice cream at Pamela\u2019s rival, Deluca\u2019s.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_818\" style=\"width: 460px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"http:\/\/blogs.gcc.edu\/insider\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2016\/02\/Strip.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-818\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-818\" class=\" wp-image-818\" src=\"http:\/\/blogs.gcc.edu\/insider\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2016\/02\/Strip-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Street vendors lining the Strip District.\" width=\"450\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.gcc.edu\/insider\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2016\/02\/Strip-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blogs.gcc.edu\/insider\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2016\/02\/Strip.jpg 580w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-818\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Street vendors lining the busy\u00a0street in the Strip District.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>MARKET SQUARE<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Market Square is the hub of activity in downtown Pittsburgh, featuring an eclectic mix of old restaurants and new shops. The best part of Market Square, however, are the numerous events that occur year round. During the summer and fall months, Market Square hosts one of the best farmers markets in Western Pennsylvania, full of fresh fruit from local farms and Amish goods from just down the road. Market Square kicks off the Christmas season with Pittsburgh\u2019s annual light-up night, illuminating downtown Pittsburgh with Christmas lights. The Christmas festivities continue in Market Square with a Holiday Market, which is inspired by German Christkindlmarkts, bringing a bit of European tradition to downtown Pittsburgh. Additionally, throughout the winter, Market Square sets up an ice skating rink, where many Grove City students can be seen attempting to maintain their balance on narrow blades. For those with Irish blood in them, Market Square boasts one of the best St. Patty\u2019s Day parades. In addition to the celebratory seasonal events, Market Square is also the location of numerous food trucks, concerts and outdoor movie screenings. And while you are there, be sure to try Pittsburgh\u2019s famous delicacies \u2013 a sandwich topped with French fries \u2013 at the Primanti Brothers.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_820\" style=\"width: 461px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"http:\/\/blogs.gcc.edu\/insider\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2016\/02\/market.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-820\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-820\" class=\" wp-image-820\" src=\"http:\/\/blogs.gcc.edu\/insider\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2016\/02\/market-300x191.jpg\" alt=\"Market Square's ice skating rink on light up night.\" width=\"451\" height=\"287\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.gcc.edu\/insider\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2016\/02\/market-300x191.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blogs.gcc.edu\/insider\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2016\/02\/market.jpg 521w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 451px) 100vw, 451px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-820\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Market Square&#8217;s ice skating rink on light-up night.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><em>Note: All images from this post were taken from Google images.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This is the second part of a series highlighting some of my favorite neighborhoods of Pittsburgh. 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