TOP NEWS

Orlando Baking Co. Celebrates 120th birthday

Orlando Baking Co. is marking 120 years in Cleveland, but the company’s roots go back even further – to 1872 in Italy. Here’s the story of how the business has grown and the challenges it has endured. It’s has remained a family-run company the entire time and is one of several businesses in Cleveland that is in the elite 100-year club. READ MORE

2024 options for Thanksgiving takeout from Greater Cleveland restaurants, beyond

Thanksgiving is fast approaching and not everyone is interested in cooking everything for the major food-centered holiday. For those interested in placing to-go orders ahead of Thanksgiving day, here’s a list of 22 restaurants offering pick-up options for Thanksgiving dinner. We plan on updating this list throughout the month as more options become available. READ MORE

Northeast Ohio brewery makes national list of favorites

VinePair has included a Northeast Ohio brewery on its list of favorites from several beer experts. Each expert chose four breweries from around the country, offering a few reasons why. Fat Head’s in Middleburgh Heights made one of the lists. READ MORE

DineDrinkCLE talks Urban Meyer’s Pint House, Thanksgiving dining, Hartzler’s boozy eggnog

In the latest episode of “DineDrinkCLE: The Podcast,” Alex Darus and Josh Duke welcome Marc Bona to discuss Urban Meyer’s Pint House, soon to open in a prime Cleveland spot. The hosts then highlight Greater Cleveland’s best Thanksgiving takeout options and wrap up with Hartzler Family Dairy's new boozy eggnog. READ MORE

Beer, beer, more beer!

Our monthly beer review features seven beers from Ohio and beyond. They range from a tart ale from Columbus Brewing Co. at 4.1% alcohol to an Imperial India Pale Ale at 9% from Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. READ MORE

OPENINGS/CLOSINGS

The Grocery showcases local food products in Ohio City

The Grocery is a micro-grocery store in the City Goods shops in Ohio City as part of a pilot initiative with JumpStart. The store, which will be open during the holiday season, highlights food-centric products from local brands. It officially opened on November 1. READ MORE

Cold Stone Creamery and Planet Smoothie to open co-branded location

What do you get when you combine an ice cream shop with a smoothie business? A co-branded eatery with plenty of sweet treats. The two plan to open an east-side location in 2025. READ MORE

Two Ohio City restaurants temporarily close after car crashed into building

Jaja and Pioneer, two newer restaurants in Cleveland’s Ohio City neighborhood, are temporarily closed after a car crashed into their shared building. Both restaurants on the corner of Lorain Avenue and Gehring Street, across from the West Side Market, announced the temporary closure for repairs after an accident occurred on the morning of October 31. READ MORE

EVENTS/TASTINGS

Hot chocolate trail launched at 11 NE Ohio locations

The inaugural Tour Lake County Hot Chocolate Trail is under way. The digital-passport tour allows participants to explore cafes and businesses across the county, comparing decadent hot chocolates. Participants can download a free passport, and those who check in and try hot chocolates at eight of 11 featured locations will earn a limited-edition #TourLakeCOcoa mug. The trail runs through Tuesday, Dec. 31. READ MORE

Sora to host Taylor Swift tailgate brunch for Browns, Chiefs game in Cleveland

Sora in The Flats is gearing up for the Cleveland Browns to take on the Kansas City Chiefs with a Taylor Swift-themed tailgate celebration. The sushi restaurant and bar at 1121 W. 10th Street is hosting Taylor Swift: The Tailgate that will feature a brunch buffet, themed drink specials and friendship bracelet making. The event is set from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday, December 15 ahead of the Browns Game. READ MORE

Tartine Bistro to hold French wine dinner

Tartine Bistro is holding a four-course French wine dinner Friday, Nov. 8, at the Rocky River restaurant-wine bar. We've got the menu and wines that the restaurant on Old Detroit Road will serve. READ MORE

Edwins Too to feature German, Austrian wines at dinner

Edwins Too has scheduled a dinner featuring traditional European dishes paired with German and Austrian wines. The five-course dinner - featuring chef Harrison Buckley of Cleveland-based Griffin’s Café and Cakes - is 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 13. READ MORE

Butcher and the Brewer + Watershed Distillery team up

Butcher and the Brewer in Cleveland and Watershed Distillery in Columbus have teamed up on a four-course dinner set on East 4th Street. We’ve got the food and drinks menu for the dinner, which is Thursday, Nov. 14. READ MORE

M Cellars to hold 4-course wine and food pairing dinner

M Cellars is having a four-course wine and food pairing dinner featuring chef Zachary Bond from The Spot on Lakeshore. Check-in is 6 p.m. Dinner is 6:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 22. M Cellars is at 6193 S. River Road W, Geneva. READ MORE

Cheese, Wine & Chocolate Fest Cleveland set

The Cheese, Wine & Chocolate Fest Cleveland is scheduled for this month, and from the title you can guess what’s available. Wine and cheese pairings aim to educate attendees at the fest, which offer a range of ticket options. It’s Saturday, Nov. 23, at Landerhaven in Mayfield Heights. READ MORE

Barnone annual holiday wine and food show set

Barnone Wine Cafe’s 30th annual wine and food show is scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 7. More than 50 wines with a huge price range will be poured, and a buffet is included. The wine shop is in Shaker Heights. READ MORE

PICKS OF THE WEEK

Martha on the Fly

Martha on the Fly in Tremont has totally leveled up the Cleveland breakfast scene in recent years. The small, but mighty shop makes everything from scratch, including its rave-worthy sandwiches. Each Martha sandwich starts with a signature, custardy egg patty and Sunshine sauce. Then, you can select specialty sandwiches featuring beef bologna, thin-cut steak, bacon and beyond for a more-than-satisfying morning meal. Martha on the Fly is at 2173 Professor Avenue in Cleveland. DETAILS - Alex Darus

Paloma in Van Aken

Paloma restaurant in the Van Aken District has a meat-heavy, Mexican-influenced menu. While the food is interesting and different, the Guacamole Station in the dining room adds fun with made-to-order appetizer. Avocados are mashed in an authentic molcajete. In addition to traditional guac, a variety of different toppings are available. Consider smoked cauliflower, Maine lobster salad, smoked brisket chicharrónes or pineapple with charred jalapeno bacon. Paloma is at 20041 Walker Road, Shaker Heights. DETAILS -- Paris Wolfe

SPOTLIGHT

19 of the best Greater Cleveland restaurants for French onion soup

French onion soup is simply delicious. It features a base of slow-cooked onions and beef broth and is topped with some sort of crouton and melted cheese. To gear up for soup season, here are 19 of the best takes on French onion soup from Greater Cleveland restaurants. Everywhere from dive bars to high-end restaurants has its own version, and they’re all worth trying. READ MORE

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