Celebrations is the 4-state area’s largest retail cake decorating and candy making supply shop. Horton’s shop offers brands like Wilton, Magic Line, AmeriColor, Satin Ice, CK Products, Bakery Crafts, and others. She also offers Wilton Cake Decorating classes, which are available year-round. 

From local coffee shops like Signet and Root Coffeehouse to chain shops like Starbucks and Scooters, Pittsburg residents have many choices when it comes to a nice cup of joe.

Like a lot of people who didn’t grow up in Pittsburg, Shelly Basgall moved here to attend Pitt State. And like many college students, she needed a place to earn some money while in school. That’s when she met Ahmad Enayati. The menu changes. The staff changes. The space changes. There was the fire. Then Covid. Then the recovery.

To most people, it’s just Brick + Mortar. To the regulars, it’s just Brick. To the staff, it’s Brick + Mortar Social House. For a reason.

It started in his garage, got a boost at the Farmers Market, and now The Meat Shed is a staple in South Pittsburg.

Heather Horton, along with her husband Roger, has helped push Pittsburg on the path toward progress and renaissance. And if you know Heather, you know this … she’ll never stop pushing.

In the heart of southeast Kansas, the small city of Pittsburg in Crawford County is not just known for its rich mining history and vibrant college-town atmosphere; it is also a culinary hotspot for one of America’s most cherished comfort foods: fried chicken. This popular dish has deep roots in the region, influenced by a blend of cultural traditions and family recipes passed down through generations.

I had heard that The Mall Deli in Pittsburg, Kansas was a spot to grab some good food. It’s been in business since 1979 and I begged Chris with Explore Crawford County to show me the way.

Founded in a humble garden shed, Smokey Racks BBQ is more than just a restaurant—it’s a testament to passion, resilience and the love of great food.