Posts in category 'Northeast Ohio'
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Cookie Day in Northeast Ohio: 10 Places to Order a Dozen (or Two)
Is a cookie in each hand your idea of a balanced diet? Then Cookie Day on Friday, December 4 is the holiday of your dreams. Stock up on your favorite flavors and sample some new ones with an order for a dozen or two (or more ... we won't judge) at one of these top bakeries around Cleveland.
Kelsey Elizabeth Sweets Boutique
20033 Detroit Rd., Rocky River, OH 44116
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The seed of Kelsey Elizabeth Sweets Boutique was sown years ago when young Kelsey's mom taught her that it's okay to eat cake for breakfast. With help and support from her parents, Kelsey turned her talent for baking into a thriving business. Since one cookie is never enough, Kelsey's cookie sandwiches include two large cookies filled with buttercream in flavors such as Peanut Butter Toffee, Browned Butter Pumpkin, and Cake Batter Confetti. Treat your family, friends, or co-workers with a 10-layer stacked cookie cake that serves 6-10 people. For a touch of elegance, try the authentic French-style macarons, available in dozens of signature, seasonal, and holiday flavors, that may also be custom painted. Kelsey Elizabeth Sweets Boutique is open 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Saturday.
A Cookie and a Cupcake
1836 W. 25th St., Cleveland, OH 44113
Some of life's decisions are just too difficult to make. When it comes to baked goods, A Cookie and a Cupcake poses one of the tougher choices. Should you go with edible image cookies, created atop a layer of white chocolate frosting and trimmed with sprinkles around the edge? Or do you opt for the hand-piped cookies, featuring exquisitely detailed designs customized to your vision? Finished cookies may be individually packaged with a clear bag and ribbon tie for $2.50 each. Hours are 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday, 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. Thursday through Saturday, and 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sunday.
Luna Bakery & Cafe
2482 Fairmount Blvd., Cleveland Heights, OH 44106
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Luna Bakery & Cafe brings the charm of a traditional European neighborhood eatery to Northeast Ohio. Cookies and pastries are made fresh every day with the finest quality ingredients. Their signature hand-decorated sugar cookie can be customized according to your specific design. Make a special occasion even more memorable with a chocolate chip cookie cake, decorated with frosting and sprinkles in your choice of flavor and color. Kids love the interactive fun of Luna Bakery's take-and-decorate sugar cookie kits. Hours are 7 a.m. - 4 p.m. weekdays and 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. weekends.
Colozza's Bakery
5880 Ridge Rd., Parma, OH 44129
John Colozza, founder of Colozza's Bakery, learned his craft as a teenage pastry chef apprentice in his native Italy. After coming to the United States in the late 1960s and opening his namesake bakery in 1975, John passed his knowledge on to his son Angelo. For the last 30 years, Angelo has been running the bakery and carrying on his father's tradition of making delicious cakes and pastries. Satisfy your cravings with an order of cookies by the pound, including butter cookies and Italian rainbow cookies. Hours are 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday.
Dorema's Bakery
1891 Oakmount Rd., South Euclid, OH 44121
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According to a popular saying, it's what's inside that counts. At Dorema's Bakery, you can choose what goes inside your cookies as well as what they look like on the outside. Most of their cookie flavors, including peanut butter, German chocolate, and snickerdoodle, are available dairy- and egg-free with your choice of additional ingredients and custom coloring. If you're feeling particularly creative, design your own cookie with up to four ingredients added to a base of vanilla, chocolate, or brown sugar. Minimum orders are only a half-dozen to accommodate any budget. Order online for delivery or pickup, or book a convenient Zoom consultation for larger orders.
Insomnia Cookies
1224 W. 6th St., Cleveland, OH 44113
Ever find yourself wide awake into the wee hours, wishing you had some cookies and milk? Insomnia Cookies knows the feeling, and their mission is to satisfy everyone's late-night cravings. Purchase quantities up to two dozen on-demand, or order ahead for batches of 50, 100, 200, or 300. Cookie cakes in your choice of classic flavors come in sizes from four to eight servings. And you'll definitely earn Employee of the Month when you show up with one of Insomnia Cookies' special-event packages with various combinations of cookies, brownies, and ice cream. Insomnia Cookies is open for curbside pickup and delivery until 1 a.m. Sunday through Wednesday and 3 a.m. Thursday through Saturday. There are several locations around Cleveland, including W. 6th St., just off the Flats, which serves the downtown area.
Michael Angelo's Bakery
8035 Broadview Rd., Broadview Heights, OH 44147
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Named one of the city's Best Bakeries by Cleveland Magazine, Michael Angelo's Bakery creates cookies that are truly works of art. The menu includes several classic European cookies, such as amoretti, biscotti, kolachky, and crusciki. Michael Angelo's cookie trays prove you can't get too much of a good thing. Celebrating a birthday, anniversary, or graduation? Personalized cookie cakes are available in chocolate chip, sugar M&M, and peanut butter, as well as various seasonal flavors. Looking for a one-of-a-kind gift? You can't go wrong with a gift box combo of a dozen macarons, a pound of locally roasted coffee, and a bottle of wine from Michael Angelo's Winery. The bakery is open 7 a.m. - 6 p.m. weekdays and 7 a.m. - 5 p.m. Saturday.
Stick to Your Buns Bakery
26333 Center Ridge Rd., Westlake, OH 44145
As the witty name implies, Stick to Your Buns Bakery has a goal to put a smile on your face with their sweet treats. Their customizable sugar cookies are incredible on their own, or you can order them in a whimsical cookie bouquet. Stick to Your Buns offers themed cookies for holidays and special occasions such as Cleveland Browns football and Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Try your hand at decorating with their DIY sugar cookie kits. Hours are 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. weekends.
C'est Macaron
25351 Cedar Rd., Lyndhurst, OH 44122
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French pastries are the gold standard, and owner Diana Byshovets incorporates impeccable technique in the delicacies at C'est Macaron. Delicate, eggshell-like wafers hold a luscious filling of ganache, buttercream or jam in flavors such as lemon poppyseed and drunken chocolate. The vibrant colors make macarons just as delightful to look at as they are to eat. Hours at C'est Macaron, located in Legacy Village, are 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday and noon - 6 p.m. Sunday.
Studio Bakery
4339 Dressler Rd. NW, Canton, OH 44718
From themed cut-outs to French macrons, the cookies at Studio Bakery in Canton are baked fresh and sure to impress for any occasion. Stop by and you're sure to be tempted by the bakery's other sweet creations, including baked-daily muffins, scones, mousse bombes, fresh fruit pies, and eclairs. If that wasn't enough, they always offer a selection of 6- and 8-inch cakes and cupcakes. We suggest a sampling of everything! Hours are 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Tuesday through Friday (holiday hours may differ), as well as 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Saturday.
That's the Way the Cookie Crumbles
Unsurprisingly, the United States leads the world in cookie consumption, with chocolate chip topping the list. What's your go-to cookie flavor?
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9 Places Around Northeast Ohio for Breakfast Served Anytime
While breakfast is considered by many to be the most important meal of the day, no rule specifies that it has to be consumed before noon. Take a break during a busy day or wind down into a relaxing evening with a comforting lunch or dinner of breakfast favorites at one of these great restaurants around Northeast Ohio.
Lucky's Cafe
777 Starkweather Ave., Cleveland, OH 44113
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When you visit Lucky's Cafe, you'll definitely feel like you've hit the breakfast jackpot. Lucky's farm-to-table menu features delicious dishes made from scratch with fresh, locally-sourced ingredients. Celebrity chef and Cleveland native Michael Symon sang the praises of Lucky's cheddar-scallion biscuits and gravy on The Best Thing I Ever Ate. Other popular items include Lucky's signature pecan bacon and gingerbread waffles topped with maple-roasted apples. Lucky's is open daily from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Nick's Diner
4116 Lorain Ave., Cleveland, OH 44113
From the minute you spot the retro '50s-style sign outside Nick's Diner, you'll understand why it's been an iconic Ohio City destination for more than 30 years. Portions are huge, service is friendly, and the decor includes comic book-style paintings and other classic diner touches. Nick's is known for its hearty cast-iron skillet breakfast dishes, which start with a base of hash browns and add grilled onions, green pepper, mushrooms, and eggs. Options include the Leprechaun with corned beef and Swiss cheese and Southern Belle with fried chicken, cheddar cheese, and sausage gravy. Hours are 7 a.m. - 3 p.m. weekdays except Tuesday and 7 a.m. - 4 p.m. weekends.
Scratch
6595 Brecksville Rd., Independence, OH 44131
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Nick and Brad, owners of Scratch, set out to create a menu revolving around the traditional breakfast staple of bacon. After experimenting with ways to cure and smoke pork from scratch, the pair recognized the value of applying their creative approach to the rest of their offerings, which is how the restaurant's name was born. Hence, pancakes were transformed into tiramisu pancakes with coffee liqueur reduction, maple whipped cream, and chocolate ganache, while French toast is made from bread pudding and offered in flavors of blueberry or banana and bourbon caramel. Scratch is open Tuesday through Saturday from 8 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Grumpy's Cafe
2621 W. 14th St., Cleveland, OH 44113
Don't be fooled by the name. Grumpy's Cafe serves "Cleveland Feel-Good Food." With nine types of omelets and four varieties of Benedicts, you'll find yourself coming back to try them all. Want a little south-of-the-border kick to your meal? Try the popular breakfast tacos, filled with scrambled eggs, chorizo, and cheddar cheese, or the zesty huevos rancheros. Top it off with a yummy cinnamon bun iced coffee finished with pumpkin spice whipped cream. Hours are 7 a.m. - 2 p.m., seven days a week.
Waffle O Waffle
799 N. Court St. #17, Medina, OH 44256
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You might think a restaurant specializing in only one item would grow old fast, but Waffle O Waffle will give you a new perspective. Their Belgian waffles made Euro-style with beet sugar, come in mouthwatering flavors such as P.B.J., Cinnabon Cheesecake, and Bacon Maple Glazed. If you prefer a savory breakfast, Waffle O Waffle has that covered too. The whimsical and unexpected options include "pizzas" with pepperoni, bacon pickle, or BBQ chicken. If it's not breakfast without hash browns, try the tater waffles. Check out their Facebook page for news about specials along with alerts about being sold out for the day. Waffle O Waffle is open for carryout only from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Monday, Thursday and Friday and 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. weekends.
Check Please Cafe
597 Main St., Grafton, OH 44044
"Have It Your Way" is a slogan made famous by a certain fast-food chain, but it truly applies at Check Please Cafe. Don't see just what you want on the regular menu? Design your own meal by checking the appropriate boxes on the customizable menu sheet. Check Please also dials up the creativity factor with specials such as chicken breasts fried in waffle batter for a unique take on a classic breakfast dish. Many dishes are available gluten-free or keto-friendly for those following special diets. Hours are 7 a.m. - 8 p.m. daily.
Dinerbar on Clifton
11801 Clifton Blvd., Lakewood, OH 44107
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Happy hour and breakfast? Yes, please! The sleek and shiny Dinerbar on Clifton has a menu of classic breakfast dishes that are served all day, including during weekday happy hour between 4 - 7 p.m. Choices include 10 varieties of omelets as well as corned beef hash, steak and eggs, and a traditional plate of meat, potatoes, eggs, and toast. The expanded breakfast menu, served weekdays until 11 a.m. and weekends until 2 p.m., features additional items such as pancakes, French toast, Benedicts, burritos, and scrambles. If you want a lighter option, try the egg white scramble with turkey, spinach, onions, mushrooms, and feta cheese. Dinerbar is open 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. seven days a week.
Tony's Family Restaurant
1515 W. Pleasant Valley Rd., Parma, OH 44134
How "down home" is Tony's Family Restaurant? On Halloween, the servers dressed up as pancakes, bacon, and eggs breakfast. Tony's offers the unbeatable draw of good food at reasonable prices in a comfortable setting. Omelets, skillets, and tortilla roll-ups are available in a number of specialty combinations, or you can create your own, so there's something for everyone. Other favorites include country fried steak, corned beef hash, and potato pancakes. Hours are 7 a.m. - 9 p.m. daily except Sunday when closing time is 8 p.m.
27 Club Coffee
1215 W. 10th St., Cleveland, OH 44113
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Would you expect some run-of-the-mill coffee shop from local rapper Machine Gun Kelly? 27 Club Coffee, which opened just this year, is a new venture for Kelly, but the edgy, Instagram-ready aesthetic draws heavily on his artistic sensibilities. The all-day breakfast menu features the house waffle, made with Pabst Blue Ribbon beer, along with chicken and waffles, shrimp and grits, and pecan cinnamon rolls. The signature Pink Latte, with pink milk and a pink sugar rim, coordinates nicely with the decor. If you're in the mood for adult beverages, the bar serves a nice selection of beer, wine, and cocktails. Hours are 7 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 7 a.m. - 6 p.m. Friday through Sunday. The kitchen closes two hours early each day.
The Breakfast Club
When it comes to breakfast, there are really no foods that are off-limits. Do you prefer the sweet or the savory side of the spectrum?
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9 Bakeries Around Northeast Ohio for Fall Sweets
As the temperatures start to dip and the leaves begin to change, there are few things more enjoyable than visiting a local bakery for a fresh-baked sweet treat. We're lucky to have so many top-notch bakeshops in the Northeast Ohio area. Here are a few of our favorites.
The Sweet Fix Bakery
2307 Lee Rd., Cleveland Heights, OH 44118
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This super-cozy and charming bakery in the Cleveland Heights suburb prepares all of their baked goods onsite. Here you'll find lots of delicious sweet treats, including cookies, cakes, cupcakes, and pies. The option to get a whole cake or pie or purchase items by the slice makes The Sweet Fix the perfect option for special occasions and the random sweet craving. Some of the tastiest menu items include the strawberry cream cheese pound cake, peach cobbler, German chocolate cake, and Oreo pie. If you can't make it to the bakery, they also deliver through Doordash, Grubhub, and Uber Eats.
Farkas Pastry Shop
2700 Lorian Ave., Cleveland, OH 44113
The home of fine European pastries, tortes, and Hungarian desserts, Farkas Pastry Shop is a must-visit location when you're in the Cleveland area. All of the bakery items here are hand-made using recipes that Attila Farkas and his father (a master pastry chef in Budapest) brought over from Hungary. Some of their most popular menu items include Napoleons, Dobos, and Linzers. Not sure what these are? Well, it's about time you found out! (You'll be glad you did). They also have a wide variety of traditional treats, including mocha mousse cups, chocolate rum squares, Amaretto squares, and more. Stop by once, and you'll quickly see why this shop has been a Cleveland tradition for over 45 years.
Casa Dolce Bakery
5732 Mayfield Rd., Mayfield Heights, OH 44124
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Translated as "The Sweet House," Casa Dolce specializes in made-from-scratch traditional cannolis and tiramisu. They also offer a wide variety of pastries, cakes, cookies, and prepared foods. But that's not all! You'll want to stop by for the fresh-baked bread made every morning. While you're there, make sure you pick up an apple fritter. Rumor has it they're the best in Northeast Ohio!
Presti's Bakery
12101 Mayfield Rd., Cleveland, OH 44106
The original Presti's Bakery opened back in 1903 and has been a family tradition ever since. They moved into their current location in 1999, and, to this day, it remains an integral part of the city's Little Italy neighborhood. Here you'll find mouth-watering pastries, cakes, cookies, fresh-baked Italian bread, and a variety specialty breads. They also serve lemon ice, gelato, and soft-serve ice cream. Some of the tastiest options on the menu include custard puffs, rum baba, almond tarts, pecan rolls, fruit danishes, and cappuccino brownies.
KB Confections
13519 Detroit Ave., Lakewood, OH 44107
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Whether you're looking for a special-occasion cake or you just have a craving for something sweet, you'll love what you find at KB Confections. The menu features all of the traditional favorites, like cupcakes, cookies, and banana pudding, all made fresh daily. You can also relax with a delicious cup of coffee, a latte, or a blended drink. Call ahead to order a specialty cake, or stop by to see what kinds of tempting treats they have on hand.
Colozza's Bakery
5880 Ridge Rd., Parma, OH 44129
Colozza's Bakery has been one of the area's most popular bakeshops since 1975. Not only are they the go-to for stunning wedding cakes, but they also make amazing baked pastries, coffee cakes, pies, cookies, bread, and more. One thing that sets this bakery apart is their seasonal pastries. Throughout the year, they make special treats for holidays and occasions that aren't available any other time. This includes chocolate yule logs, Irish soda bread, pumpkin rolls, beignets, Potica nut roll, grape kuchen, and more! You'll definitely want to check out their website and plan ahead so you can make your holidays even more special.
The 3 Aprons Bakery and Cafe
12204 Larchmere Blvd., Cleveland, OH 44120
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Everything at 3 Aprons Bakery and Cafe is made in small batches with intense attention to quality. There are various options here, including liege waffles, cinnamon rolls, banana bread, scones, bagels, cookies, cakes, pies, and rotating dessert bars. Don't have much of a sweet tooth? You'll love their mini-quiches, breakfast sammies, and Detroit-style pizza.
Baraona's Bakery
15842 Libby Rd., Maple Heights, OH 44137
This family-owned bakery has been serving the Cleveland area since 1949. They make all of their food from scratch, using only the finest ingredients and recipes that have been handed down for generations. They're best known for their specialty cakes, including Cassata cake (their signature item!), Italian ribbon cake, German chocolate cake, strawberry whipped cream cake, datenut, banana nut, and more!
That's not all! You'll also love their nut and poppyseed rolls, pies, cannolis, donuts, cookies, cupcakes, turnovers, and lemon ice. They offer small quantities of their products, which is a major benefit for many customers. Since you can purchase many of their items by the piece, so there's no need to feel guilty or worry that you'll eat the whole cake!
Kiedrowski's Bakery
2267 Cooper Foster Park Rd., Amherst, OH 44001
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This old-world bakery has been delivering tasty treats to area visitors since 1984. Kiedrowski's Bakery is home to the "World-Famous Snoogle," a Polish puff pastry wrapped in sweetened cream cheese and topped with a vanilla butter-bean glaze. They also sell Polish paczki during lent. In addition, you'll find plenty of traditional treats, including pastries, donuts, cookies, and breads. Kiedrowski's was voted "Best Bakery in America" in 2011, and they've won many other awards over the years. Visiting this bakery is just like stepping into your Grandmother's kitchen. Once you have a taste of their amazing treats, you'll wish you had found this local gem sooner.
Fall in Love with Flavor!
Which of these mouth-watering treats will you try first?
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Light Up the Night With Candles From These 8 NE Ohio Shops
As the days grow shorter, how do you keep your home light and full of cheer? Candles are a perfect solution to stave off winter gloom. With a seemingly endless variety of styles, colors and scents, you can use a different candle each day to suit the occasion, holiday, or mood. Start building your collection at these delightful specialty shops around Northeast Ohio.
Cleveland Candle Co.
9516 Diamond Centre Dr., Mentor, OH 44060
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Brighten your home while showing off your local pride with a purchase from Cleveland Candle Co. Their Cleveland Collection pays tribute to Great Lakes sunsets, Edgewater Park, snow, and other instantly identifiable features of the city. Buy them individually or get all seven in a pre-packaged assortment. Each month, a featured candle is offered at a 20 percent discount. Create your own one-of-a-kind scented candle in-store at the candle bar or via online instruction. All three locations of Cleveland Candle Co., including Coventry and Ohio City, open at 11 a.m. daily.
Happy Thoughts Candles
22935 Lorain Rd., Fairview Park, OH 44126
Josh Ruminski, the college student and entrepreneur who founded Happy Thoughts Candles, considers his company to be a social movement. While fighting his own mental health battles, Josh wanted to find a way to help others with their personal struggles. Each product is labeled with a positive saying to generate encouragement and conversation, while 20 percent of the company's proceeds are donated to support suicide prevention and mental health awareness. Candles come in dozens of refreshing scents, including rainwater, freshly-mown grass, and coffee, that are chosen for their relaxing, therapeutic qualities. Place orders online for pickup or delivery.
The Candle Studio
100 Park Ave., Suite 122, Beachwood, OH 44122
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Want to boost your green living points? Head to The Candle Studio to make or buy their eco-friendly soy candles. As a source of light that uses no energy, candles are naturally green, but soy burns much cleaner than traditional paraffin. The candle bar is stocked with more than 90 essential oils you can mix and match to create your own personalized scent. You can also use your choice to customize room sprays, body lotions, and other home and body products. If you prefer, shop the extensive inventory of pre-made scented items. The Studio is open Thursday through Sunday and reservations are required. Follow their Facebook page for information about events with their mobile candle pour bar.
Kinfolk Candles
533 Trelake Dr., Canal Fulton, OH 44614
Kim Galley, founder of Kinfolk Candles, proudly invites you to "Come Stick Your Nose in Our Business!" After spending years perfecting the optimum natural soy vegetable wax for container candles, Kim started her at-home business in 1998. The thriving business outgrew the family basement, and Kim moved Kinfolk Manufacturing to a roomier facility in Canal Fulton. Kinfolk's best-selling eight-ounce jar candle comes in 100 scents, with unique and whimsical options such as Chocolate Orchid, Fruit Loops, and Santa's Whiskers. A handy glossary provides helpful definitions of each scent. Follow their Facebook page for information about shops carrying Kinfolk Candles or place an order on their website.
R Classic Elements
1001 W. Main St., Sugarcreek, OH 44681
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Candles, vases, and other decor items let you give your home a seasonal facelift quickly and inexpensively. Located in the heart of Amish country, R Classic Elements makes it easy by changing their own inventory to correspond with the seasons. In 2010, owner Renee Miller decided to expand the shop's offering by making hand-poured soy candles in her home. Production eventually moved to the shop, and the line was named Shanesville Candles. The jar candles, which come in 8-ounce and 12-ounce sizes, feature homey scents such as Lush Linen, Zucchini Bread, and Mint Tea. Store hours are 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. every day but Sunday.
Sweet Dish & Darling
1345 W. 78th St., #2048, Cleveland, OH 44102
In 2009, recent college graduate Sarah Sampsell went to work in her sister's eco-friendly skincare salon. When they couldn't find just the right candles to carry in the salon, Sarah decided to make them herself, and Sweet Dish & Darling was born. The quirky name refers to the original candles, which included a recipe for a "sweet dish." While the recipes are gone, the candles and their trademark burlap packages are still handmade. Candle styles include screw-top jars, enamelware mugs and tumblers, and travel tins. Try the best-selling Sea Salt & Amber or one of the other appealing scents such as Sunday Brunch, with notes of cinnamon, French toast, vanilla bean, and maple syrup. Order online for delivery (free shipping on orders of $75 or more) or select local pickup at their Cleveland workshop.
Wildcrafted Aromatics
8125 Columbia Rd., Olmsted Falls, OH 44138
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Wildcrafted Aromatics has a goal to ensure all its products as eco-friendly as possible, even after they've been used. Candles are made with eco-soy and beeswax, eco-cotton, hemp wicks, and natural herbal dyes. Many come in reusable jars, tins, and upcycled glasses that may be reused after the candle has burned. Products come with minimal packaging that is 100-percent recyclable. One of their more popular products is the citronella lavender ceramic lamp, handcrafted from Lake Erie clay. Wildcrafted Aromatics is one of the vendors on display at The RIFT, a Cleveland shop showcasing local craftspeople selling homemade and repurposed items. "RIFT" stands for "Repurposed and Intended for Today." Hours are 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. daily except Sunday, when closing time is 5 p.m.
Cleveland Coconut Candles
Cleveland is not generally considered a tropical location, but thanks to Tim & Laura Thornton, you can "bring home the beach." Inspired by sights on a trip to the Panama Canal, the couple came up with the concept for Cleveland Coconut Candles. Their signature product is candles poured into half or whole coconut shells sourced from a supplier in Florida. A wide ribbon-style wick creates a tiki-torch effect as the candle burns. The tropical theme is enhanced with scents such as Jamaica Me Crazy, a blend of pineapple, orange, honeydew melon, coconut, jasmine, rum, and vanilla. Many scents are also available as classic jar candles. Order on the website or follow them on Facebook for information about appearances at festivals and other local events.
The Nose Knows
Scientists tell us smell is our sense most closely linked to memory. What scent takes you back to a special time or event in your life?
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8 Places for Fresh-Picked Apples Around Northeast Ohio
This year seems to have flown by! Before you know it, the leaves will start to change and there will be a chill in the air. That means it's almost time for some of our favorite activities — roasting s'mores over the fire pit, sipping pumpkin spice lattes, and, of course, apple picking!
There are so many great orchards in Northeast Ohio, it's hard to choose which one we love best. Before you plan your next fall adventure, take a look at this round-up of our top recommendations for fresh-picked apples!
Royalton Farms
16393 State Rd., North Royalton, OH 44133
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Family-owned and operated since 1982, Royalton Farms has 7 acres of trees producing 15 different varieties of apples. They also have a landscaping nursery, an apple-processing barn with a cider mill, and a market barn. It's also home to Cuyahoga County's only working cider press. In addition to fresh-picked apples, you can get a variety of produce in their market including peaches, tomatoes, zucchini, and pumpkins. You'll also find local honey, fruit butters, baking mixes, cookbooks, and more! Royalton Farms is open through November on Tuesday through Sunday from 10 am until 6 pm. They're closed on Mondays.
Miller Orchards
8690 Vermillion Rd., Amherst, OH 44001
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If you're looking for variety, you'll find it at Miller Orchards. They grow 23 different varieties of apples as well as cherries and peaches. Depending on weather conditions, in season they also carry plums, nectarines, cantaloupe, pears, and watermelon. This family-owned farm has been in business for more than four generations. Locals and visitors enjoy this orchard's quality products, honest prices, and family-friendly atmosphere. Miller Orchards is open Monday through Saturday from 9 am until 6 pm. They're closed on Sundays.
Hillside Orchard and Farm Market
2397 Center Rd., Hinckley, OH 44233
There's so much to do at Hillside Orchard and Farm Market, you can easily spend a whole day here. Whether you want to pick up your apples from their store or head out to the orchard to pick your own, you'll love their delicious crops. If you have a sweet tooth, you're in luck! They carry 11 flavors of Hershey's brand hard-dipped ice cream, famous fruit pies, and frozen apple cider. They also have jams, jellies, preserves, salad dressings, marinades, bbq sauces, dips, and fresh-baked breads. Mark your calendar for the second weekend in October so you don't miss their Annual Harvest Festival. The kids will love the horse-drawn hayride, playground, and challenging pumpkin maze. Hillside Orchard is open until December 23rd. Their hours are Tuesday through Saturday from 10 am to 5 pm and Sunday from noon until 5 pm. They're closed on Mondays, except for the Monday before Halloween.
Hillcrest Orchards
50336 Telegraphy Rd., Amherst, OH 44001
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Hillcrest Orchard offers pick-your-own sunflowers, pumpkins, and 14 different varieties of apples. But that's not all! There are plenty of family-friendly fall activities that everyone is sure to love. You won't want to miss the Space Exploration Corn Maze, complete with seven different puzzle stations! The kids will also love the barrel train, corn box, hay tunnel, hayride, pedal karts, sandbox, and the playground, swing set, and spider webs. Best of all, each of these activities is included in the price of admission. The farm market is open daily from 10 am until 6 pm September 1st through November 8th. The U-pick, maze, and activities are open weekends only from 10 am until 6 pm from September 7th through October 27th.
Blue Jay Orchard
17909 Rapids Rd., Hiram, OH 44234
The oldest pick-your-own apple orchard in Geauga County, Blue Jay Orchard has been a family tradition for generations. They grow 27 varieties of apples as well as peaches and blueberries. Head out to pick your own, or get some from their market. You'll also find local Ohio food products, assorted gifts, and all things fall-related. Blue Jay Orchard's opening hours vary. You'll want to give them a call at 440.834.4318 for more information.
Arrowhead Orchard
11724 Lisbon St. SE, Paris, OH 44669
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When you head to Arrowhead Orchard, make sure you leave plenty of time to enjoy all the great things this farm has to offer. You can choose to pick your own apples or get them from the onsite farm market. You can also pick your own sunflowers and pumpkins. The entry price includes unlimited hayrides, a corn maze, and a sunflower walk. The kids will also love the hay mountain, tire climb, hamster run, train cart ride, obstacle course, and more. There's also a zip line ride! You'll want to visit the market, where you'll find cider, peaches, nectarines, honey, and a variety of other food and gift items. The farm market is open Monday through Saturday from 9 am until 6 pm and Sunday from noon until 6 pm. Fall activities and U-pick run through September 4th until October 26th, Monday, Friday, and Saturday from noon until 6 pm. They're closed on Labor Day.
Kuner's Fruit Farm
5424 S. Arlington Rd., Clinton, OH 44216
Kuner's Fruit Farm offers pick-your-own apples and also sells award-winning cider, honey, plums, and apple butter. If you want to get away from the commercialism and spend some quality time with your family, this is the place to do it. Kuner's fruit farm is open daily from 9 am until 7 pm until the end of Thanksgiving weekend.
Bauman Orchards
161 Rittman Ave., Rittman, OH 44270
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A staple of Rittman since 1929, Bauman Orchards is a 260-acre orchard with 48,500 apple trees and 9,200 peach trees. They offer 25 different varieties of apples and 15 varieties of peaches. They also press their own cider, which you can find in their farm market along with homemade pies, cookies, produce, and gift baskets. You'll want to check out the orchard's website every once in a while because they host several exciting festivals throughout the year. Mark your calendar for September 19th so you can visit the Harvest Days festival. In addition to U-pick apples, you'll also enjoy homemade cider donuts, a food truck, live music, and pony rides. The kids will also love painting their own pumpkins and meeting the farm animals! Bauman Orchards is open year-round Monday through Friday from 8 am until 6 pm and Saturday from 8 am until 5 pm. They're closed on Sundays and all major holidays.
An Apple a Day
Which orchard will you pick?
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