Keeping your spending close to home can have a positive and lasting impact. It’s an effective way to support small businesses and strengthen community ties, but it can also be a method of promoting sustainable practices. By reducing the carbon footprint associated with long-distance shipping and investing in locally sourced products, you contribute to a more eco-conscious lifestyle. 

Additionally, shopping locally can lead to discovering one-of-a-kind, high-quality items, unlike most mass-produced goods typically found in big-box retail stores. 

Here are some options for sourcing groceries, clothing and home goods locally or from independent businesses to promote a more community-centered approach to shopping. 

Grocery

Food Shoppe 

5878 Northumberland St., Squirrel Hill

8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Mondays through Fridays

Food Shoppe features a diverse menu, including a deli counter and specialty sandwiches, for an old-fashioned market atmosphere.

Panda Supermarket  

5816-5818 Forbes Ave., Squirrel Hill

11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays 

11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays 

Noon to 7 p.m. Sundays 

Panda Supermarket offers a wide variety of Asian foods, including fresh produce, snacks and teas, as well as cosmetics and tech accessories.

Murray Avenue Kosher  

1916 Murray Ave., Squirrel Hill

8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sundays through Wednesdays 

8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursdays 

8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Fridays

Murray Avenue Kosher is a grocery store and deli that specializes in kosher meats, dairy products, baked goods and wine.

East End Food Co-op 

7516 Meade St., Point Breeze North

8 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily

East End Food Co-op is a community-owned grocery store known for its array of health-conscious options and bulk goods. 

Clothing

Hey Betty 

5890 Ellsworth Ave., Shadyside

Noon to 5 p.m. Wednesdays through Saturdays 

Hey Betty is a longtime vintage boutique favorite. Check it out for clothing, accessories and select home goods from another era.

Diva on Fleek Boutique

5129 Penn Ave., Garfield

Noon to 7 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays 

Diva on Fleek Boutique predominantly offers a variety of clothing and accessories, including new and vintage apparel. Online purchases can be made at divaonfleekboutique.com.

Lucy’s Handmade Clothing Shop 

2021 Penn Ave., Strip District

9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sundays through Fridays

8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturdays

Interested in items with a global flair? Make this your destination for clothing, accessories and other unique products from around the world. 

Home goods

Miller’s Crossing Fleatique  

92 Crane Ave., Beechview

11 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily

Miller’s Crossing Fleatique is an indoor flea market packed with large selection of antiques and collectibles. 

Thriftique 

125 51st St., Lawrenceville 

11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays

11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sundays

Thriftique offers a range of second-hand furniture and trinkets, along with a vast clothing selection. All sales support NCJW Pittsburgh.