Food writer Lisa Abraham to speak on regional chefs May 3 at Main Library in Warren

Food writer and columnist Lisa Abraham will talk about her book, “Famous Chefs and Fabulous Recipes: Lessons Learned at One of the Oldest Cooking Schools in America,” at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 3 at the Main Library in Warren. The book contains recipes from chefs who have taught at The Western Reserve School of Cooking in [...]

‘Wine and Wildlife,’ Big Tap-In raise funds for local non-profit organizations

Tasting benefits Ursuline AIDS ministry, Mercer County food-relief organization

By JOHN WEBSTER | Metro Monthly Columnist Midwinter and early spring always provide a number of interesting wine events for Valley wine aficionados. In addition to Springfield Grille and Wine and Dine Ohio’s monthly dinners, Alberini’s of Niles and Vernon’s Ristorante held tastings that attracted eager crowds. The Youngstown Grocers Association and Shenango Valley Chamber [...]

Springfield Grille tasting showcases affordable fine wines

Alberini’s debuts Sivas Wines from Sonoma County, Calif.

BY JOHN WEBSTER | METRO MONTHLY WINE COLUMNIST Late November and December produced a number of fine wine events for avid wine drinkers in the holiday mood. Liberty’s Churchill Commons Giant Eagle held a tasting in late November, expanding on their previous years’ holiday events. This year, several wine and beer distributors were on hand [...]

VIDEO: Café 422 – Warren, Ohio

“Homeplate” host Stephanie Shaw takes viewers to Café 422, where she meets the owner of the landmark Warren eatery and enjoys the restaurant’s Italian cuisine.

VIDEO: Yamato Japanese Restaurant

“Homeplate” host Stephanie Shaw takes viewers to Yamato Japanese Restaurant, where she meets the owner and enjoys eatery’s theatrically prepared cuisine.

VIDEO: Hot Dog Shoppe – Warren, Ohio

“Homeplate” host Stephanie Shaw takes viewers to the Hog Dog Shoppe, where she meets the managers and staff of one of Warren, Ohio’s most-beloved dining destinations.

VIDEO: Casa de Tacos – Boardman, Ohio

“Homeplate” host Stephanie Shaw takes viewers to Casa de Tacos, where she meets the owners of the family-owned restaurant and samples their authentic Mexican food.

VIDEO: Mocha House – Warren, Ohio

“Homeplate” host Stephanie Shaw takes viewers to Warren’s Mocha House where she meets the family behind one of the city’s most beloved restaurants, bakeries and coffee destinations.