2017 wasn’t the best year on record. I had a lot of personal stuff going on, between some family illness and the end of my marriage, so frankly, writing wine me, dine me hasn’t been a priority. Also, I radically changed the way I […]

Enter the fabulous Fifties at Art of Food at The Carnegie this year.  Join local artist Pam Kravetz as she turns The Carnegie into an Atomic-age cooking show for two days– Thursday and Friday. Thursday’s event will be an intimate dinner, and Friday’s event the […]

With a change in season comes a change in appetite. It’s a safe bet that at the first breath of cold air each fall, I’ll shed my yen for salads, sandwiches, and lighter fare in favor of heartier, stick-to-your-ribs meals. And with such a protracted […]

I remember the first time I had one of Jean-Francois Flechet’s waffles. He had two waffle irons near one of the entrances to Findlay Market.  It was a cold winter morning, and I couldn’t wait to have my next one. Now, Flechet has a veritable […]

  Perhaps it was the perfect treat for mom when she needed a night out of the kitchen. Maybe it was regular Sunday pre-church breakfast or post-church lunch. Maybe it was the understood choice for post-game celebrations. It might’ve been a sibling’s customary pick come […]

  I love sushi, and I love what the guys at Fusian have been doing — making sushi approachable.  I love Dan Wright and his restaurants, and I also love the Freestore Food Bank and their mission to help the hungry in the Tri-State area. […]

Sad you are missing Art of Food because the traditional Friday event is sold out?   Never fear! The Art of Food’s 10th Anniversary Celebration is from 6-9 on Wednesday, February 24th– and there are still tickets available! Enjoy food from Alfio’s, Jeff Thomas Catering, […]

Join me this Saturday, January 30 from 2-4 p.m. at the Gateway Condos for a Super Bowl demo!  I’ll be making a meaty chili, a vegetarian chili, and show you my favorite way to make wings — no deep fryer needed.  And yes, you’ll get […]

Have you ever walked into a restaurant wondering, exactly, what you’d be getting into? I’d been to D. Burnham’s before– but only to the bar. It’s a great place to drink, and I had some small plates during the All-Star Game. But it’s a hotel […]

It’s Bockfest time! My favorite time of year: full of Bock beer, crazy Sausage Queen festivities and food– German and not.   Want to read my picks for Bockfest favorites?  Check out WCPO’s Bockfest Guide. It’s free!