November 2010
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Review: Salt of the Earth
The buzz around Salt of the Earth among Pittsburgh foodies has been significant, but the reward for the wait is probably the best dining in the city. Head Chef Kevin Sousa’s reputation of creativity has fueled much of that excitement, crafting a menu that is bold and sophisticated but also accessible.
There is a large main area downstairs with three sections: a counter facing the open kitchen,...
July 2010
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On Game Design, Free Will, and Red Dead Redemption
This article contains significant plot details for Grand Theft Auto IV and Red Dead Redemption, so if you have not played through those games, I would avoid reading it.
The marriage of a narrative medium to the story being told is a difficult task. When reading The Road, I found Cormac McCarthy’s bland tone disconnected from the larger tale that he wrote. When watching Apocalypse Now, there is a...