What We're Craving Now: Fried Green Tomatoes

They’re not commonly found this side of the Mason-Dixon Line, so seeing fried green tomatoes ($5) on Sweet Melissa’s menu made the part of our stomach that longs for something tart, breaded and fried growl with glee. The appetizer is a three-layered delight: juicy and sour from the five green tomato slices, sweet from the apple cranberry relish and cinnamon, and spicy from the tangy horseradish dressing and scallions. The best part? You can get these green treats on Sweet Mel’s sandwiches, too. 19337 Detroit Road, Rocky River, 440-333-6357, sweetmels.net