Giallanella: Picklesburgh 2015 G

The time was right in the 'Burgh for Picklesburgh festival

With Pittsburgh being home to H.J. Heinz Co., the tradition of pickles and pickling has deep roots in the Pittsburgh community.

“The Genuine Premium dill was the first pickle variety made by Heinz and is still produced to this day, using a similar brining process developed over 100 years ago,” says Joe Giallanella, the company's brand manager.

“Heinz is very excited to be the lead sponsor of the first annual Picklesburgh festival where we will have the opportunity to share the heritage, love and versatility of the Heinz pickle portfolio.”

The company will have a 30-foot Heinz pickle balloon on display and offer samples, as well as information, about pickling at home and the history of pickling in Pittsburgh.