Posted by barcelonariversedge on 8:04 AM
Mediterranean food is delicious and offers a wide variety of different types of food for everyone. But, did you know it can also be a great part of a healthy diet? Mediterranean food consists of a lot of fruits and vegetables, healthy fats, nuts, and red wine, all of which are part of a healthy diet. Click the link to read all the information:
If eating and living healthier is one of your goals, then consider a Mediterranean diet and eating more like the Italians. A Mediterranean diet has many significant health benefits, while not skimping on taste or making you feel like you are depriving yourself.
The Many Benefits of a Mediterranean Diet
Posted by barcelonariversedge on 12:35 PM
Angelique Bamberg and Jason Roth from the Pittsburgh City Paper recently visited Barcelona at Rivers Edge. Here is an excerpt from their review titled Mediterranean Views:
Lobster macaroni-and-cheese was a real surprise. This once-original dish has become a reliable, if rarely inspired, staple at any restaurant that considers itself remotely chic, and to tell the truth, we ordered it here mainly for our kids. But when it arrived, we found ourselves tempted to take Barcelona’s truly excellent rendition for ourselves. It had a wonderfully creamy sauce (close to an Alfredo) which allowed the campanelle pasta to shine and the sweet meat to stand out; a hint of nutty tang came from the strong, grown-up-worthy cheese grated on top.
Check out the full review as it was published this week:
Posted by barcelonariversedge on 10:30 AM
Are you looking for a good way to stay cool in this summer heat? Drink Naked at Barcelona at Rivers Edge! Tuesday, August 30th from 7pm-9pm, we will be featuring Simply Naked wines, the nation's first full range of unoaked wines. For $35 per person, you will enjoy 3 Naked wines paired artfully with hors d'oeuvres. Space is limited so if you plan to attend, please call ahead for reservations at 412-793-1777.
Posted by barcelonariversedge on 11:55 AM
Barcelona at Rivers Edge is still participating in the Dining Deal for 105.9 The X. Head over to their site to order a $50 Barcelona gift certificate for only $25! Hurry over, this deal is only available for a limited time.
Posted by barcelonariversedge on 7:29 AM
Just a friendly reminder: Our first annual Charity Golf Outing is just one week away on Monday, July 25th.
Barcelona will team up with Autism Speaks to host a day of outdoor fun and great food! Join us at 3 Lakes Golf Course. We will be teeing off at 11am and will provide beverages and lunch to all our participants.
After a full day off golfing, reward yourself by joining us at Barcelona at 6pm for a Steak Dinner and our prize giveaways. Registration costs $125 and proceeds benefit Autism Speaks, an organization that has been funding research and raising awareness for families affected by Autism since 2005.
Contact Vince at 412.793.1777 to reserve your spot today!
Come golf for a great cause!
Posted by barcelonariversedge on 10:22 AM
To better accommodate our guests, we have moved our rescheduled wine event for Tuesday, July 19th at 7pm.
We appreciate your patience and understanding regarding the rescheduling of this much anticipated event and would like to invite our guests to join us this Tuesday for our Vintage Affair outdoor deck wine tasting. To compliment each wine, we will be serving an assortment of specially prepared tapas to further indulge your senses. We hope you can attend this rescheduled date and look forward to sharing this evening with you!
Please contact us at 412.793.1777 with any questions.
Cheers!
Posted by barcelonariversedge on 12:22 PM
Check out this great review from one of our recent customers!
“I just wanted to say thanks to Mr Roman and his staff for a great 4th of July Celebration. Not only was it the 4th but it was my Dad's 80th Birthday and we had a family party of eighteen, that was treated great. From appetizers, salads, pasta and a main course of choice, the food was excellent. Our sever couldn't have been more pleasant and of course the view was spectacular. Mike also allowed us to bring our own cake and his whole staff sang Happy Birthday to my Dad, my Mom and Aunts are still talking about it, thanks again. “
-- Chris
Thank you so much for these words, Chris. It was our pleasure to serve you and your family on this special day. We hope you return soon!
Posted by barcelonariversedge on 10:00 AM
Join singers John Sarkis, "The Godfatha," and Marti Aggazio this Saturday, July 16th for an evening of music at Barcelona at Rivers Edge. Enjoy the Summer tastes of the Mediterranean while listening to classic standards and original arrangements courtesy of these seasoned performers. The show starts at 8pm so start your weekend off on the right note! Get a sneak preview of the performance here.
Posted by barcelonariversedge on 9:14 AM
Due to last night’s severe weather event, Barcelona regretfully had to postpone our wine event until next Monday. We would like to sincerely apologize for the inconvenience. Severe thunderstorms caused a power outage in the area and several local roads were closed until well into the evening forcing us to cancel the event.
But in light of the overwhelming popularity of this wine celebration, we would like to invite out guests to join us on Monday, July 18th for our Vintage Affair outdoor deck wine tasting. We hope you can attend this rescheduled date and look forward to sharing this evening with you!
Cheers!
Posted by barcelonariversedge on 8:34 AM
Registration for our A Vintage Affair wine-tasting event has been extended. But make your reservation soon! Seating is limited and there are only a few slots left!
On Monday, July 11th join us for an evening of fine wine and great food. Join us on our roof top deck for a celebration of French wine hosted by Special Guest Speaker Adrien Laurent. The event will last from 7pm to 9pm and will feature selections from Baron Philippe de Rothschild’s collection . To compliment each wine, we will be serving an assortment of specially prepared tapas to further indulge your senses.
Tickets are $35 but you must RSVP soon by calling us at:
412.793.1777
Cheers!
Posted by barcelonariversedge on 11:51 AM
Start your Independence Day weekend on the right note. This Saturday, July 2nd, Barcelona presents an evening of rhythm with electronic percussion artist Ken Mazur, former United States and World Champion competition drummer. Ken brings jazz from around the world including popular music from the sandy coastal beaches of Brazil, NuJazz from the Spanish Island of Ibiza, "jazzy house" from Europe, sliced with moody syncopated American offerings. The show starts at 10pm so come early, relax with a good meal and a glass of wine, then stick around for this flavorful show!
Posted by barcelonariversedge on 7:18 AM
On Monday, July 11th join us for an evening of fine wine and great food. Join us on our roof top deck for a celebration of French wine hosted by Special Guest Speaker Adrien Laurent. The event will last from 7pm to 9pm and will feature selections from Baron Philippe de Rothschild’s collection . To compliment each wine, we will be serving an assortment of specially prepared tapas to further indulge your senses.
Tickets are $35 but please RSVP by July 6th. Make your reservation today by calling us at:
412.793.1777
We look forward to sharing this evening with you!
Posted by barcelonariversedge on 1:07 PM
Come spend Independence Day riverside! Barcelona would like to invite you to our Fourth of July Deck Party. On Monday, July 4th beginning at 11am, celebrate your freedom by enjoying a selection of tapas from our special Independence Day Raw Bar. Stick around for our Clam Bake while enjoying the Summer sun on our beautiful outdoor deck. The fun lasts until 11pm so feel free to invite some friends! See you there!
Posted by barcelonariversedge on 12:53 PM
Barcelona is proud to support Autism Speaks in its upcoming Golf Outing. Autism Speaks is one of the most outspoken autism advocacy groups working today. Because it is estimated that one in every 110 children is diagnosed with autism, the need for quality research and compassionate understanding is at an all time high.
Why not take time to find out how you might help this worthy cause. Learn the facts about autism by going to http://www.autismspeaks.org. And thank you for your support as we fight for greater awareness!
Posted by barcelonariversedge on 10:52 AM
Barcelona at Rivers Edge would like to invite you to our first annual Charity Golf Outing. On Monday, July 25th, Barcelona will team up with Autism Speaks to host a day of outdoor fun and great food! Join us at 3 Lakes Golf Course. We will be teeing off at 11am and will provide beverages and lunch to all our participants. After a full day off golfing, reward yourself by joining us at Barcelona at 6pm for a Steak Dinner and our prize giveaways. Registration costs $125 and proceeds benefit Autism Speaks, an organization that has been funding research and raising awareness for families affected by Autism since 2005. Contact Vince at 412.793.1777 to reserve your spot today!
Come golf for a great cause!
Posted by barcelonariversedge on 10:45 AM
Here are some fun facts about Spanish food! You can read the complete list here. Feel free to share more facts with us so we can add to this list! Here we go:
- Spain makes 44% of the world's olive oil, more than twice that of Italy and four times that of Greece. More than a quarter of Spain's oil (10% of the total world production) comes from Jaen.
- Nearly three-quarters of the world's saffron is grown in Spain.
- The original paella was not considered a seafood dish but had chicken, rabbit and pork (and sometimes snails). There is some debate over the origin of the word.
- Tapas is not a type of food but a way of eating it. Tapa means cover and was traditionally a slice of cheese or ham placed over a drink.
- The Spanish (in particular, the people of Cadiz) claim to have invented fried fish. Great Britain had links to Cadiz in the eighteenth century and it is thought that the British imported the idea of fish 'n' chips from there. Though
- Spain is more famous for its red wine than white, the majority of its vineyards have white grapes.
- Sherry, the fortified wine, comes from the city of Jerez in Andalusia. 'Sherry' is a corruption of Shariz, the Persian name for the city. In Spanish, sherry is simply called 'vino de Jerez' (Jerez wine).
- Tomatoes, potatoes, avocadoes, tobacco, and cacao (for chocolate) were all imported into Europe by Spain.
- Spain is one of the top five importers of Scotch whiskey in the world.
Posted by barcelonariversedge on 8:45 AM
Did you know Spanish and Mediterranean cuisine is considered one of the healthiest diets on the planet?
Spanish Recipes Can be Part of a Healthy Mediterranean Diet
We have all heard and read about the Mediterranean Diet, which seems to be so popular in newspapers, magazines and especially diet books. Spain is one of more than a dozen countries on the Mediterranean Sea, enjoying lots of sunshine. Therefore, Spanish food contains a wide variety of fresh fruits and vegetables, grains and nuts, a huge selection fish from the Atlantic and Mediterranean, as well as red meat and pork. Although each Mediterranean country has its own cuisine and unique dietary customs, there are general characteristics that are the same throughout the Mediterranean, including Spain:
- Fresh fruits & Vegetables, bread, potatoes, nuts and beans are eaten daily in large quantities.
- Olive oil is the primary source of fat, which is a monounsaturated fat (sometimes called the “good fats”) and does not raise blood cholesterol in the same way that saturated fats and trans fats do.
- Fish is eaten several times a week and contains omega-3 oils, thought to reduce the risk of heart disease.
- Meat and poultry are eaten in smaller quantities.
- Wine is consumed moderately.
(We especially love the bit about the wine!) You can read more about the benefits here.
Posted by barcelonariversedge on 12:14 PM
What are you doing this Memorial Day weekend? Why not kick off your mini-vacation right here at Barcelona! Take a trip to the Mediterranean, luxuriate in fine food, beautiful vistas, and good friends… and still be back in time for work on Tuesday. Enjoy the great warm weather on our outdoor deck, take in the gorgeous views, and relax. You deserve a break, so treat yourself!
