Almost like parents with multiple children, we have a soft spot for all the stories we publish here at Cleveland Magazine. But not all of them make our list of Most Read Stories of 2022. So, we wanted to give some extra love to these 15 reads from the past year.
10 Books You Should Read This Winter
From Celeste Ng’s newest Our Missing Hearts to Annie Zaleski’s recounting of the iconic Lady Gaga, this year brought an array of books to enjoy across the genre spectrum. Curl up this winter with a local read while the snow rages on outside.
Behind the Scenes: Netflix Spends $100+ Million Filming “White Noise” in Cleveland
The new movie starring Adam Driver filmed for more than six months, tapping into local crews and using Wellington, Akron and downtown Cleveland to create the universe of Don DeLillo's iconic novel.
Celeste Ng’s New Novel “Our Missing Hearts” Explores Intervention in a Polarized World
Celeste Ng grew up in Cleveland and her novel Little Fires Everywhere put her on the map. Now, she explores a version of a world that she describes as “five degrees off of ours” as she writes about Bird Gardener and his search for the truth.
Cleveland Road Trip Guide: 12 Five-Hour Road Trips for When You’re Itching to Leave Northeast Ohio
While we love all the Buckeye State has to offer us, sometimes it is nice to get away. Whether you want to go bourboning in Kentucky, get out on the water, hit the trails or catch a ride on a dune buggy, we’ve got a trip for you.
Donovan Mitchell and Kevin Love: Cavs in Conversation
Sit in on an exclusive conversation between Cleveland Cavaliers elites, Donovan Mitchell and Kevin Love. From Donovan Mitchell’s debut season to the best places to eat in the city, according to Love, go behind the scenes of the team.
Essay: My Heart Flew to Ukraine
John Carroll University student Julie Kashuba provides insight into her family ties to Ukraine after the war broke out in January 2022. In her heartfelt essay, she shares her fears during this time.
How Stina Aleah’s Injury Helped Her Discover Painting
When her life as a track star was uprooted due to a broken femur, Stina Aleah turned to her self-taught painting skills to help her through. Now, her art has carried her to new realms outside of mental health, getting her work notice from NBA’s All-Star Weekend and Marvel Studios.
Photographer Johnny Joo Breathes New Life Into the Forgotten Buildings of Northeast Ohio
Abandoned buildings might be daunting to most, but not to local photographer Johnny Joo who has made these places into art from behind the lens of his camera and has made a living as a photographer and compiling photo books.
Q&A: Coach Chuck Kyle Leaves His 50-Year Mark on St. Ignatius High School
Having just finished his final season with the St. Ignatius Wildcats, Chuck Kyle looks back on 50 years at the school and his time as a football coach, track coach, English teacher, mentor and leader.
Q&A: Mark Mothersbaugh Talks DEVOtional, Devo’s Rock Hall Snub and COVID-19
Devo co-founder Mark Mothersbaugh appeared for the first time this year at DEVOtional, the annual Devo fan event. Prior to the event, we caught up with Mothersbaugh about his bout with COVID, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame nominations and his return to Northeast Ohio.
The Young Couple Behind the oddities of Lakewood’s Cleveland Curiosities
From radioactive dinnerware and sculptures made from human teeth to a taxadermied armadillo enjoying a Labatt Blue, it’s safe to say the collection at Lakewood’s Cleveland Curiosities is unlike anything else in the city.
Seeking the Snowy Owl on Lake Erie’s Winter Shores
The birding community certainly is an active one, and in Cleveland, the metroparks provide an excellent spot for birdwatchers to catch a glimpse. The real prize though? Spotting the snowy owl when winter falls on the Lake Erie shore. This rare find is coveted by birders all over the region.
Up the Camino: One Clevelander’s Search for Closure on Italy’s St. Francis Way
After the passing of his Italian grandmother, reporter Mark Oprea took to the rugged path of Italy’s St. Francis Way in search of closure and discovery of the heritage he was raised with.
Westlake’s Kristina Cho Wins Two James Beard Awards for AsiaTown-Inspired Cookbook, “Mooncakes and Milk Bread”
Westlake native Kristina Cho has always been around the culinary scene, whether it was cooking alongside her grandmother or helping out in her grandfather’s restaurant. Now, she holds two James Beard Awards for her debut cookbook, which has its roots right here in Cleveland.
We Tried It: Boss VR Arena in Cleveland
Virtual reality is taking the world by storm, so we had to get a look at the technology for ourselves. We visited Cleveland’s Boss VR Arena where we traveled to new lands and slayed zombies without ever leaving the comfort of a blue and grey zig-zag-clad room.
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