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Pittsburgh Region Food and Beverage Promotion Newsfeed

A public Facebook Group introducing our FaB members and their news. An initiative of Food21.

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FaB Network Catering Connection

A curated directory of professional catering services in the Pittsburgh region.

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Food21 of Pennsylvania

A nonprofit building a resilient and sustainable food economy for the Pittsburgh Region.

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Essential Ingredients: Unleashing the Power of Our Food Economy

Report focused on Allegheny County, PA

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Allegheny Mountain Malt

Connecting barley grown on regional farms with regional craft brewers. An initiative of Food21.

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General Resources

Free Business Plans - SBA

Choose what works for you - traditional or lean startups

https://www.sba.gov/business-guide/plan-your-business/write-your-business-plan#pick-a-business-plan-format-that-works-for-you

Mobile Vending Update - The City of Pittsburgh

City Council officially approved the new vending program legislation on November 18, and it was signed by Mayor Gainey on November 19 as Ordinances 35 and 36 of 2025.

https://engage.pittsburghpa.gov/vending-program

Permitting Help - OneStopPGH

OneStopPGH is a one-stop shop to apply for, pay for, and obtain permits, licenses and applications in person or online.

In-person at 412 Boulevard of the Allies, M-F 9:00-3:00. Appointment required: https://415601.waitwell.us/

Online services: https://www.pittsburghpa.gov/Business-Development/Permits-Licenses-and-Inspections/OneStopPGH