Take a vibrant, sensory journey through the international grocery shops that give our city its incredible flavor.
This 64-page staple-bound paperback is a visual celebration of Pittsburgh’s rich cultural tapestry, featuring 74 full-color photographs of 37 different local shops. From the bustling bins of the Strip District to hidden gems in our distinctive neighborhoods, artist Karen Lillis captures the beauty and abundance found on the shelves of our immigrant-owned small businesses. This book serves as both a beautiful photo series and a thoughtful reminder of the history and cultures that shape the contours of the city we call home.
Key Use
Whether you are a lifelong Pittsburgher or a curious newcomer, this book is a perfect cultural keepsake for your coffee table or home library. Use the photographer's afterword as a guide to discover the daily flavor and history of walking into a small local grocer.
Gift Occasions
This book is a thoughtful choice for a housewarming gift, a "just because" surprise for a fellow "champion of local," or a meaningful present for those who love Pittsburgh’s diverse food scene.
Details
Artist: Karen Lillis
Dimensions: 8” x 8"
Page Count: 64 pages
Features: 74 full-color photographs of 37 shops, including an afterword by the photographer
Origin: Printed locally on Pittsburgh’s North Side
Karen Lillis, located in Oakland, is a longtime bookseller who specializes in feminist fiction and LGBT lit, and has new sidelines in her Pittsburgh photography: Pittsburgh postcards and now a new Pittsburgh photo book.
