This sunny soup is especially suited for blustery fall and winter days, but it will delight your tastebuds any time of year. Thai Butternut Squash Soup Ingredients: 2 T oil 1 large sweet onion, chopped 1/2 c. red bell pepper, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 T fresh ginger, minced 1 1/2 T Thai red curry paste 5 c. low-sodium chicken broth (or vegetable broth for a vegan version) 1 medium butternut squash (about 2 1/2 lbs./5 cups) cut into cubes 1 T brown sugar Salt to taste 1/2 c. coconut milk, divided 1 T fresh lime juice 1/2 c. chopped peanuts 1/4 c. chopped fresh cilantro thinly sliced ..read more

Summer is my favorite season. The sun, the food, the fun - and picnics and fireworks too! It always goes by way too fast and before you know it, it's Labor Day. Folks may be thinking of fall even though it's still officially summer, but no matter the season, I think of ice cream. And many times that ice cream is actually frozen custard from Rosati's. This family-owned business has been crafting soft serve custard for more than 20 years. In 2000, Jim & Marcia Rosati decided to expand their frozen dessert experience. As owners of the Honey Hut Ice Cream stores in Brecksville and Brun ..read more

Every year my husband's bocce league has a picnic, and thanks to the members' wives bringing their favorite homemade dishes, I've discovered some amazing Italian food that you won't see in restaurants.  My absolute favorite is this mayo-free potato salad. With only 5 simple ingredients, it's a great addition to any picnic or potluck you attend.  Save this recipe and make it before the garden tomatoes and fresh basil are gone.  Italian Potato Salad 4 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes 4-6 large red bell peppers 4-6 large garden tomatoes EVOO 1 c. fresh basil S + P  * These quant ..read more

Cordelia on E. 4th Street opens today! From the moment you walk in the door, you can feel the love for CLE. From the locally-produced furnishings to the portrait wall of everyone's favorite Clevelanders, this place feels like home. They have definitely succeeded in bringing their concept of Midwest Nice to life.  The restaurant is named after partner Andrew Watts' grandmother and he and co-owner Vinnie Cimino created a Modern Granny aesthetic throughout the space and the menu. I was invited for a sneak preview and I can honestly say that I was blown away! The food, the drinks, the s ..read more

Pie for Pi Day I'm not much for numbers, but I sure love dessert. America is associated with apple pie, but why stop there? Best Pies in Cleveland Cleveland is known for great food, and our pies don't disappoint either. Here are my favorite pies in the CLE. Rood Food & Pie There is a reason pie is in their name - Rood is crafting some of the best pies I've ever tasted. They are famous for the Salt + Honey but the Baklava pie will rock your world. Imagine a pecan pie without all the goo. SO GOOD! Mitchell's Homemade Ice Cream Besides making some of the best ice cream around, M ..read more

2022 Inspired Eating Challenge Are you tired of the same old meals? Do you spend too much money on takeout because you can't stand coming up with dinner ideas? Me too! Instead of a boring New Years resolution, I'm kicking off 2022 with a plan for some good times in the kitchen. Join me as I explore new recipes and cooking techniques to make eating at home fun again.  Instead of a daily meal plan, I am giving you a few recipes each month that you can add to your rotation. The idea is to have fun and not stress out about being tied to a set menu every week. Don't like a recipe? Skip it! F ..read more

I’ve been visiting the wineries in Lake and Ashtabula counties for more than a decade and absolutely love it! I have so many memories of road trips out east. My now husband and I had one of our earliest dates there so it always holds a special place in my heart. Even without my romantic connection, we are incredibly lucky to have such a gorgeous destination so close to home. I hadn’t taken my usual trips to the wineries in a couple of years, so I was really excited when Ohio.Find It Here. asked me if I wanted to visit Debonné. Three friends and I hit the road for what would turn out to be a gi ..read more

UH Bite Back Against Cancer Cancer has unfortunately impacted each and every one of us in some way. This past year, it really punched us in the gut. My Mom was diagnosed with cholangiocarcinoma. What? You've never heard of it? Neither did we. Bile duct cancer is extremely rare - affecting less than 20,000 people each year. It's a very aggressive cancer with survival rates similar to the more common pancreatic cancer. 16% in five years. My Mom's Battle With Cancer My Mom thankfully qualified for Whipple surgery. Her team at UH Seidman Cancer Center was amazing, both incredibly talented and ..read more

Insider Tips for The Feast of the Assumption in Little Italy Navigating to Little Italy can be a challenge on any given day but for four days in August, folks from all over descend upon this tiny enclave for The Feast of the Assumption so things can get kind of crazy. Here are some tips for making the most of this iconic Cleveland festival ..read more

 Pick Your Own Blueberries in NE Ohio The blueberry season in NE Ohio typically runs from late June through early August. Local blueberries are one of my favorites and thankfully, NE Ohio has many opportunities for pick-your-own blueberries. Here are some of my favorites blueberry farms to help you take advantage of this delicious summer tradition. Blue Jay Orchard 17909 Rapids Road Hiram, OH, 44234 (440) 834-4318 Monday-Saturday 8:30-5:00 and Sunday 8:30-3:00. They offer pints and pick-your-own blueberries throughout the season. You can also call ahead to order quarts and 5 lb. p ..read more