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Food + Drink
Cobbled Up
Grilled, boiled, popped, flaked or creamed, corn is the official flavor of summer. Elevate the humble vegetable by trying one of these favorite local dishes.
Dish Deconstructed: Slovenian Sausage
In Cleveland, sausages are an Old World treat, offering a savory, meaty glimpse back into the city’s strong Eastern European roots. The Standard’s executive chef Patrick Fisher pays homage to it with the restaurant’s Slovenian sausage ($
Down Home
Matthew Mathlage brings a comfortable sentimentality to Peachtree Southern Kitchen & Cocktails.
Sugar Rush
Using natural ingredients, two cousins put a spin on cotton candy.
In the CLE
Conventional Thinking
What does hosting the 2016 Republican National Convention mean? We ask five Clevelanders.
Equal Opportunity
These 10 workplaces are setting the bar for inclusion and equal opportunity for LGBT employees in Northeast Ohio.
Game Face
As the Gay Games heads into the home stretch of preparations, executive director Tom Nobbe discusses the challenges and opportunities of winning the bid.
Good Neighbors
The city needs visitors from the suburbs to help revitalize its neighborhoods. Will we defy the segregation of urban avoidance?
Growing Pains
When my friends found out I was pregnant, I heard two responses. The first was congratulations. The second was a demand: Have you thought about infant care?
How Gay Are We?
As Gay Games 9 shines a spotlight on our city this month, we examine Cleveland as an inclusive place to live, work and love. Plus, we introduce you to the people making a difference in the LGBT community and offer a guide to the best places to eat, drink and shop.
Out in the Town
Check out these 40 spots known for being LGBT-friendly. Click on the flags on the map or scroll through the list and select destinations to learn more about each one.
*Note that the shops and restaurants listed here
Party City
There's more than just sports at the Gay Games. Here are three not-to-miss soirees.
Pride Players: Christen DuVernay
Diversity Center of Northeast Ohio Director of Programs
Pride Players: Henry Ng
Pride Clinic Clinical Director
Pride Players: Joe Cimperman
Cleveland Ward 3 Councilman
Pride Players: Michelle Tomallo
Fit Technologies Co-Founder and Plexus Board President
Pride Players: Ted Wammes
G2H2 Co-organizer
Progress Book
We dig behind the data to see how gay we are as a city, state and nation.
Rights Track
We take a look at the important events that have shaped the LGBT community over the last 40 years.
Score Keeper
Director Tim Tyler pens a play about the roller coaster journey of being a Browns fan.
Speed Demons
Cleveland has accelerated its traffic camera program this year, deploying 15 mobile units and a dozen more fixed-location cameras. We help you navigate the most frequent traveling ticket traps and advise what to do if you get nabbed.
Support System
Case Western Reserve University's Safe Zone Program teaches us how to become more accepting and open.
Take Art
Enjoy one of these diverse cultural events happening this month.
Word Up
Don't get lost in alphabet soup — here's a glossary of terms the LGBT community uses each day.
Entertainment
Dinner Show
The Music Box Supper Club cranks up the concert experience with seated sets and meal service.
Emotional Rescue
Acclaimed writer Thrity Umrigar pens a new novel that tackles the use of power.
Open Air
Catch rays and a show at these alfresco venues.
Torch Bearer
After 41 years, founder and chair of the Cleveland Institute of Art glass department, Brent Kee Young, passes the flame to former student Marc Petrovic.
At Home
Glass Castle
With a minimalist approach, this penthouse condo highlights the art of design.
Spin Class
An Ohio City loft gets a touch of elegance thanks to reclaimed pieces and modern finishes.
Window Dressing
An open floor plan and lake views give this Detroit Shoreway single-family home plenty of character.