Word of Mouth

Kiln Chef Griffen Stephens’ Go-To Spots for Dining in Cleveland: Word of Mouth

The chef brings a passion for French cuisine to Van Aken District while drawing inspiration from the Cleveland foodies, restaurants and sense of community that brought him here.

by Christina Rufo

The Judith Chef and Co-Owner Jennie Doran’s Tried-and-True Cleveland Eats: Word of Mouth

Doran dishes on her favorite Cleveland bites that tell a story, plus the local restaurants that have inspired her own cooking and creativity

by Christina Rufo

Fidelity Hotel Chef Daniel Young Shares His Favorite Cleveland Restaurants

Young talks life-changing pizza, classic diner breakfasts, Szechuan eggplant and the West Side Market brat that tastes like Cleveland.

by Christina Rufo

The Hive Chef Kimberly Gibson Reveals Her Favorite Restaurants, Cocktails and Comfort Foods

After decades in the industry, Kimberly Gibson reveals the restaurants, dishes and experiences that fuel her passion and creativity.

by Christina Rufo

Chatty’s Pizzeria Restaurateur Matt Harlan Shares His Cleveland Dining Favorites: Word of Mouth

After decades in Cleveland’s restaurant industry, Matt Harlan reveals the breakfast joints, neighborhood restaurants and market staples he swears by.

by Christina Rufo

Chef Chris Cook’s Favorite Local Bites and Off-the-Clock Spots: Word of Mouth

From Front Street shawarma stops to sunny days on the Portage Lakes, the Cuyahoga Falls chef shares the spots that define his time beyond the kitchen.

by Christina Rufo

Sora Chef Eric Hess Shares His Go-To Cleveland Restaurants and Markets: Word of Mouth

Sora's executive chef opens up about the places that ground him, challenge him and inspire his cooking.

by Christina Rufo

Where Laurie Torres Eats and Drinks Around Cleveland: Word of Mouth

The Mallorca owner and Cleveland Independents president shares her go-to spots, longtime Downtown favorites and the local restaurants that keep her rooted in Cleveland’s dining community.

by Christina Rufo

Where Tea Lab's Carlos E. Ramos Drinks, Dines and Finds Inspiration: Word of Mouth

The Tea Lab owner reflects on the places that shape his palate and fuel his creativity.

by Christina Rufo

Chef Vincent Morelli’s Favorite Cleveland Bites and Neighborhood Finds: Word of Mouth

Chef Vincent Morelli opens up about the places that shaped his palate and creativity, guiding us through his local standbys across Cleveland.

by Christina Rufo