Kiva Han Coffee Shop Closed For Good
There’s something about saying “closed for good.” Kiva Han Cafe poured their last drink today (2/19/2012), but is it for good – or for bad? Some might be impressed that this locally-owned coffee shop lasted for more than 10 years, despite the Starbucks positioned directly across the street.
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PetSmart is coming soon to East Side
What is more boring than 12,000 square feet of empty commercial space? A store that isn’t needed. PetSmart is gearing up to open a new location in the bottom level of the bankrupt Borders in East Side. It isn’t needed, and we implore you not to shop there.
…Because there are already two fantastic, locally owned pet stores within a block from the Eastside shopping area.
iPhone 4s cellhelmet case by cellpig. Made in Pittsburgh!
It’s true that Levi’s jeans are made in Mexico and your beloved iPhone 4S is built in China, but now you can get a protective case that’s manufactured right here in the Burgh! Not only is cellpig’s new cellhelmet iPhone case going to be 100% Made in Pittsburgh, it includes one full year of guaranteed accidental insurance!
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Boring Pittsburgh tries to cover local start-ups as often as possible, and thanks to this video from the Pgh Technology Council we are now aware of so many more local companies that we never knew existed. This video is jam packed with 6 minutes of Pittsburgh based projects that are breaking boundaries for innovations that are transforming the world as we know it.
Here is a list all of the companies/projects/organizations featured in the video above. We might have missed one or two, so if you don’t see yourself here, please comment below and it will be added:
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Coming Soon: GetGo on S. Braddock Ave in Regent Square
In what has been an ongoing story since last September, GetGo has recently broken ground for their new Regent Square location.
Reasons why this is a good idea:
Noodles & Company in Oakland on Forbes Ave in the Castle Building
If you like carbs, then you’re in luck. Noodles & Company has your hookup for a bunch of different types of pasta dishes from Asian style pan fried noodles to classic American macaroni and cheese. They also serve soup, salad, and sandwiches all at a reasonable price ($6 – $10 depending on your appetite). Their claim to fame is that the food is made to order and served on real dishes, so it might be a step up from the Panera Bread across the street.
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