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CEO Links: Special Annual Conference Issue

This special issue of CEO Links gives foundation leaders an overview of activities designed especially for them at the Council on Foundations 2006 Annual Conference.

This issue contains foundation management and field leadership activities that offer lots of opportunities to share perspectives with peers.

Find out more here.

Dine Arounds


PITTSBURGH

 Bella Vista Ristorante Italiano 412/431-1660

1204 Grandview Avenue , Mt. Washington, accessible via the historic Fort Duquesne Incline

What could be better than a breathtaking view of the Pittsburgh skyline, sumptuous Italian American cuisine and a wine list to satisfy even the most discriminating connoisseur? Entrees range from $16–$45.

 Café Allegro 412/481-7788

51 South 12 th Street, South Side

Specializing in French and Italian cuisine, everything offered at this family-owned restaurant is homemade—the bread, desserts and even the pickles. Entrees range from $20–$40.

Cafe Zao 412/325-7007

649 Penn Avenue , Cultural District, a short distance from the Convention Center

The chef’s specialty is a subtle and pampered Portuguese fare, a blend of Indian, Brazilian and African flavors, artistically prepared and presented. Entrees range from $21.50–$35.

Church Brew Works 412/688-8200

3525 Liberty Ave. , Lawrenceville

Housed in a beautifully renovated historic church, this German-style pub and micro-brewery achieves a balance between hearty and heavenly fare—all matched with your favorite brew, of course. Entrees range from $14–$25.

Cozumel Restaurante Mexicano 412/621-5100

5508 Walnut Street , Shadyside

Pittsburgh ’s casual, but classy, Mexican fare. The menu ranges from vegetarian to savory chimichangas and super quesadillas that are a beef lover’s delight. Entrees range from $12–$15.

Grand Concourse 412/261-1717

Station Square, South Side

The restaurant is situated in the restored, Gilded Age P&E railroad station that boasts a stunning vaulted stained-glass ceiling, marble staircase and a riverside city view. The cuisine includes fish, a raw bar and fresh pastas—and more. Entrees range between $20–$25.

Kaya 412/261-6565

2000 Smallman, Strip District (vegetarian-friendly)

Kaya combines a Caribbean atmosphere, fresh, regional ingredients and a hip, young clientele with bold flavors accented with Spanish, European and even Asian influences. Entrees range from $13–$26.

Lidia’s Pittsburgh> 412/552-0150

1400 Smallman, Strip District

This elegant, but casual, restaurant, which was launched by NYC restauranteur and PBS star Lidia Bastianich, features her signature mix of Northern Italian and Eastern European cooking. Entrees range from $15–$25.

Mallorca Restaurant 412/448-1818

228 East Carson Street, South Side

Winner of nine national and local awards for its Spanish cuisine, wine and service, Mallorca uses olive oil exclusively in its cooking (no butter) which reflects the Mediterranean diet of Spain and Portugal. Entrees range from $10–$25.

Monterey Bay Fish Grotto 412/481-4414

1411 Grandview Avenue , Mt. Washington

The restaurant features 23 fresh fish dishes plus steaks, chicken, pastas and other choices—both the view and the seafood have been rated one of the best in the city. Entrees range from $17–$33.

Soba Lounge 412/362-5656

5847 Ellsworth, Shadyside

The chef doesn’t limit the fare to one type of Asian cuisine; instead, he tantalizes customers by taking the whole continent by storm with an exquisite mix of the traditional and new. Entrees range from $16–$32.