Best Day Ever: "100 Things to Do in Pittsburgh" co-author Francesca Dabecco

Pittsburghers who think they've seen it all may want to crack open the latest copy of "100 Things to Do in Pittsburgh Before You Die."

Why it matters: Co-authors and journalists Rossilynne Culgan and Francesca Dabecco make a compelling case for being a tourist in your own city.

The big picture: The third edition is out now, packed with new itineraries and insider tips.

Readers will find "bucket list" staples like exploring the Whiskey Rebellion by touring Pittsburgh's first distillery since Prohibition, tracking down the perfect plate of pierogies, trying the "greatest cake America has ever made," hiking to the largest waterfall close to the city and plenty more.

Zoom in: Born and raised in Pittsburgh, Dabecco and Culgan built careers chronicling the city.

Dabecco is City Cast Pittsburgh's newsletter editor, and longtime writer and editor Culgan wrote the book's second edition while living in the Strip District. She moved to New York City and recruited Dabecco to help with the refresh.

To kick off our new Best Day Ever series, we asked Dabecco to craft her ideal day in Pittsburgh. Here's what she said:

🌺 Morning activity: A leisurely stroll through Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens.

🍳 Breakfast: Lavender oat milk latte from Commonplace Coffee and an egg sando from Thyme Machine.
🖼️ Afternoon activity: Gallery visits and thrift shopping along Penn Avenue.
🥑 Lunch: Avocado sandwich with shiitake bacon at Allegro Bakery.
🎶 Evening activity: Rock out to some tunes at Spirit.
🍄 Dinner: Pappardelle ai funghi at Dish Osteria.
🌆 Best tourist trap: Our inclines, duh! They never lose their magic.
🥾 Best underrated activity: Hiking city steps. Pittsburgh's first public transportation system!

Go deeper: Buy the book online ($19.95 plus shipping) or check your local bookstore. Follow on Instagram here.

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