Wednesday, December 20, 2023

Godzilla Minus One (ゴジラ-1.0) to remain in Pittsburgh-area theaters through (at least) January 3.


The latest Godzilla movie, Godzilla Minus One (ゴジラ-1.0), which opened in Pittsburgh on November 30, will remain in local theaters through at least January 3.
Japan, devastated after the war, faces a new threat in the form of Godzilla. How will the country confront this impossible situation?
It plays locally in Japanese with English subtitles at several local theaters, and tickets are available online.

Tuesday, December 19, 2023

Top Pot Hotpot & Korean BBQ coming soon to Pittsburgh.


Top Pot Hotpot & Korean BBQ is coming to Southside Works in 2024.
Top Pot Hotspot [sic] & Korean BBQ will open a 6,000-square-foot restaurant on East Carson Street in SouthSide Works. The concept has the same operator as Nan Xiang Xiao Long Bao, the New York-based chain which signed a lease with SouthSide Works in September.

Top Pot Hotpot & Korean BBQ is a restaurant concept that offers a combination of Chinese hot pot and Korean BBQ. The chain was founded in 2010.
This is one of several Korean BBQ places set to open in Pittsburgh in 2024, including KPot in Squirrel Hill, Korean BBQ in Oakland, Shabu Shabu Hot Pot and Grill in McCandless, and Hong BBQ & Hot Pot on McKnight Road.

Monday, December 18, 2023

Beginner and Intermediate Level Adult Mandarin Classes at Tzu-Chi Academy Pittsburgh, starting January 4.


Tzu-Chi Academy Pittsburgh will offer its next session of Beginner and Intermediate Level Adult Mandarin Classes on Sundays starting Janary 4.
Location: South Hill Middle School

Class time: every Sunday from 10-12:45 pm (1st Term 1: 1/14-4/7 2nd Term: 9/15-12/8)

Tuition: $120/term (Referral discount: $20 off for you and the referred one); $240 for 2 terms
Tuition includes: Textbook + Workbook

Seats are LIMITED! We will only take 16 students (beginner level 8 people; intermediate level 8 people )

Please note: It is recommended to register 2 terms because we will continue the study from 1st term to 2nd terms
.
Though classes have been offered here before, the Taiwan Center for Mandarin Learning - Tzu Chi Academy Pittsburgh is a new project:
In 2024, the Taiwan Center for Mandarin Learning-Tzu Chi Academy Pittsburgh was established, thanks to generous funding from the Taiwan Overseas Community Affairs Council. Individuals aged 18 and above are warmly invited to join us on this language-learning adventure!

Embark on an extraordinary linguistic journey by learning Chinese! Because of this incredible support, we’ve crafted an environment that goes beyond language acquisition—it’s an adventure into the heart of Mandarin-speaking culture. Seize the opportunity to not just learn a language, but to unlock a world of possibilities and enrich your personal and professional journey. Don’t miss out on the chance to thrive in a community where language and culture converge seamlessly. Join us and let the language of opportunity be your guide!
Please note, space is limited. Registration is required and can be completed online. South Hills Middle School is located at 595 Crane St. in Beechview (map).

Sunday, December 17, 2023

Kujira, specializing in sushi and sake, now open in Shadyside.


Kujira, a new restaurant specializing in sushi, sake, and whiskey, opened in Shadyside on December 10.
Hi Friend! Welcome To KuJiRa
Here, We Will Present a Unique Japanese Experience to Your Table.
Please Enjoy the Fresh Ingredients From the Ocean to Pittsburgh! Thank you

じら体験
こんにちは、友達です! クジラへようこそ
ここでは、ユニークな日本体験をあなたのテーブルにお届けします。
海からピッツバーグまで届く新鮮な食材をぜひご賞味ください!
ありがとうございました
Signage first went up in late October at 736 Bellefonte St. (map) in the spot formerly occupied by The Yard, where Dr. Tea opened upstairs earlier this year. Kujira---Japanese for whale---has the same ownership team as Bubble Bee, which has opened a few bubble tea spots around the city recently.

Kujira is active on Instagram, where you can find photos and stories of menu items.

Work progresses on Pittsburgh's first Tous les Jours, coming pretty soon to East Liberty.

Work progresses on Pittsburgh's first Tous les Jours Cafe coming soon to East Liberty. Signage first went up for the international Korean bakery chain in June 2023. Tous Les Jours is the first of the big Korean bakery chains to announce a Pittsburgh spot (though it was followed about two months later by another one), and will complement Sumi's Cakery, which has been Pittsburgh's lone Korean bakery since it opened in 2012.  Tous Les Jours, says its US website,
"has developed into a reputable neighborhood bakery specializing in French-Asian inspired baked goods, hand crafted beverages and bold, flavorful coffee and espresso made with the finest ingredients."
While some people may sneer at excitement over (inter)national chains coming to Pittsburgh, I've written before that I actually consider it a healthy sign and representative of Pittsburgh's growing Asian food scene, as these chains have almost completely ignored the region prior to this year. Tous Les Jours will be located in the Eastside Bond Building C, across the street from Target (map).
via @TousLesJoursUSA

Saturday, December 16, 2023

Kura Sushi in Pittsburgh hiring servers (among other positions).


Pittsburgh's Kura Sushi is hiring servers.

KURA SUSHI – Pioneers of the revolving sushi concept!

Interview for our upcoming NEW location in Pittsburgh, PA (South Side Works)

Come join the Kura Krew, a team that is passionate about food, culture and providing a unique experience!

Wages: Up to $19.00/hour after tips

*Must be at least 18 years of age or older to apply*

*Come roll with us! - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7r-TWg_BCAY

*Check out our Benefits!- https://kurasushi.com/restaurant-benefits

Servers at Kura are:

Attentive and friendly

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Team players that go above and beyond
  • Passionate about serving our guests
  • Working side-by-side with our resident robot server “Kura Bot (Kur-B)”

Friday, December 15, 2023

K Pop Mix Tape, January 25 at Enclave.


Enclave will host K Pop Mix Tape, a travelling Kpop dance party, on January 25. Tickets for the 18+ show are available online. Enclave is located at 1602 E. Carson St. in the South Side (map).

Taiwanese chain Wushiland Boba to open Pittsburgh location in Spring 2024.


In October we wrote about Taiwanese chain Wushiland Boba preparing to open its first chain in Pittsburgh, on S. Craig St., and today the chain announced it aims to open in Spring 2024. It will be located at 300 S. Craig St. (map), where Fuku Tea opened its second location in July 2020. The operator of this Wushiland is the Director of Operations of Fuku Tea and Atarashi Sushi, the latter an offshoot of the Sushi Fuku that had a few locations in Oakland and that opened Fuku Tea in 2015.

Thursday, December 14, 2023

Margaret Cho: Live and LIVID in Pittsburgh, March 30.


Margaret Cho will bring her Live and LIVID tour to Pittsburgh on March 30, 2024.
Comedian. Actor. Musician. Advocate. Entrepreneur. Five-time Grammy and Emmy nominee. Margaret Cho’s strong voice has been lighting the path for other women, other members of underrepresented groups, other performers, to follow. Her recent television appearances – guest star on Season 2 of The Flight Attendant (HBO Max), guest star on Season 2 of Hacks (HBO Max) and two Netflix is a Joke comedy specials: Stand Out: An LGBTQ+ Celebration and Jane Fonda & Lily Tomlin: Ladies Night Live – have expanded an already wide-ranging career, and her role as the ‘mother hen’ in the well-reviewed movie Fire Island solidifies why we all love Margaret in the first place.

As a comedian Margaret has been named one of Rolling Stone magazine's 50 Best Stand-Up Comics of All Time, one of Vogue magazine’s Top 9 Female Comedians of all time, while CNN chose her as one of the 50 People Who Changed American Comedy. Thankfully, Margaret has more stories to tell, and her production company, Animal Family Productions, has multiple scripted shows in development for 2022 and beyond.
She will perform at the Byham Theater in the Cultural District (map). Tickets for the 7:30 pm show are now available online.

Wednesday, December 13, 2023

Anime/Kpop Night at Squirrel Hill Sports Bar, December 23.


The Squirrel Hill Sports Bar will host another Anime/Kpop Night on December 23.
A night of your favorite anime, Korean, and Japanese Bops | Free Admission | Toys for Tots Donations Being Accepted | Cosplay Highly Encouraged
IT runs from 9:00 pm to 2:00 am at 5832 Forward Ave. (map).

Most Popular Posts From the Past Year