Emerging Chefs' Last Tango in Tremont at Velvet Tango Room

A couple weeks ago Kimberly at Smitten…in CLE wrote that people fall into two categories — those who have been to Cleveland’s Velvet Tango Room and love it and those who have heard its praises sung but haven’t made it out there yet. Unfortunately, I fall in the latter. From the comfortable atmosphere of a vintage-style speakeasy…

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Getting out and Exploring Northeast Ohio

For the three-day Memorial weekend, Scott and I decided to change things up a bit. Instead of traveling out of town like most of our previous weekends, we hosted Scott’s parents and grandmother. I love having out-of-town guests because it means I can put on my tourist shoes and explore places in Cleveland I may […]

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Making Our Escape to Geneva-on-the-Lake

As a kid, my favorite time of year would be when we’d travel down to the Chesapeake Bay in Virginia during the summer. Mornings would be spent waking up to the sound of the waves outside our windows, followed by days fishing, swimming, and rowing. If I wasn’t in the water, I’d be nearby – […]

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PlayhouseSquare Partners' Bartending for Buses

Although Jump Back Ball may be the first thing that comes to mind when PlayhouseSquare Partners is mentioned, the young professionals group also organizes a number of other programs year-round to support Cleveland’s downtown theatre district. From helping out at the International Children’s Festival to Neighborhood Dine-Arounds and the recent Mini-Golf Par-Tee, Partners offers a broad spectrum…

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Guest Post: Market at the Foodbank Recap

Because Scott and I were at a wedding last weekend where this happened: I had to miss out on this year’s Market at the Foodbank. Fortunately, Kate Galo (you may remember her from this and also this guest post) was able to attend and blog on my behalf. Enjoy her recap below along with photos from Sarah Casto! I think it’s fair for […]

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Emerging Chefs' Garden Party at AMP 150

First, some blogkeeping: Thanks to everyone who entered the giveaway for the Spring Fabulous Food Show! After placing the entries into random.org, I am happy to announce that entry #14 of 43 — Brian Musick — has won 2 tickets to this weekend’s show! Please email me at clueintocleveland (at) gmail (dot)…

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Emerging Chefs' Garden Party at AMP 150

I’ve made no secret of the fact that AMP 150 is one of my favorite restaurants in Cleveland. The awesomeness they brought to this year’s Jump Back Ball VIP party is just one reason why I love them. Another reason is how Chef Jeff Jarrett and his team demonstrate their dedication to local, green food.  In…

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Giveaway: Win 2 Tickets to Market at the Foodbank!

If you’ve gone grocery shopping recently, you’ll likely have noticed that the Cleveland Foodbank’s Harvest for Hunger is in full swing.  Adding a $1, $5, or $10 donation to your groceries is a fast and easy way to help reach this year’s goal of providing food for 16 million meals. You can also help reach this goal while celebrating a night […]

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25+ Reasons to Buy Tickets to Chefs for Chardon

As I mentioned last week, Cleveland’s chefs are standing in solidarity this coming Monday, March 19, with two events to support the victims of the Chardon High School shooting. Although the eastside Chefs for Chardon is sold out, you still have a chance to get tickets to Dinner in the Dark’s event on the westside. […]

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