Chef Janine Falvo Credit: Christopher Ramirez Fairmont Pittsburgh is pleased to announce the appointment of Janine Falvo as Executive Chef, bringing an accomplished culinary career, a deep connection to Pittsburgh, and a passion for seasonal, locally inspired cuisine to the hotel’s culinary program. A Pittsburgh native, Chef Falvo’s culinary journey began in the heart of her family kitchen. Childhood memories of berry picking, seasonal harvests, canning, and festive gatherings instilled in her a reverence for exceptional ingredients and a deep-rooted connection to community through the shared joy of food. “Returning to Pittsburgh has always been about more than coming home. It has been about being part of a city whose culinary identity continues to evolve,” said Chef Janine Falvo. “I’m excited to join Fairmont Pittsburgh and bring my experience, creativity, and passion for locally inspired cuisine to the hotel and its guests.” Her culinary talent has earned recognition thro...
A Rigoletto preview at Arts Landing last Friday (photo credit: David Bachman) WQED-FM is ready for opera season! As we gear up for our first opera of the season, Rigoletto (opening October 10th at the Benedum Center ), WQED-FM is doing the same by giving you some teasers of what's in store as well as a few blasts from the past. WQED-FM Preview: Rigoletto Learn more about our season opening production as Anna Singer interviews the artists that make this show happen between clips from Verdi 's charismatic and timeless score. Get the scoop from maestro Antony Walker , Stage Director Elio Bucky , Susanne Burgess (Gilda) and Sebastian Catana (Rigoletto) at 12:30 PM on Saturday, October 3rd . 2025-26 Season Recap: Time to Act WQED-FM 89.3 2025–26 Season re-broadcasts have been giving listeners an opportunity to enjoy last season's operas all over again. U p next is the debut broadcast of last season's world premiere production of Time to Act this Saturday, Octob...