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New Year, New LoLo Gifts From These 6 Small Businesses
Why not make 2021 the year you get to know the wonderful local businesses around Northeast Ohio, Columbus, and Cincinnati? Cutler Real Estate and LoLo Gifts want to get you started with January's selection of free offers.
January Gifts:
Canton: $10 Certificate
Kozmo's Grille
37 - 1st St. SW, Massillon, OH 44647
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Don't feel like cooking? Kozmo's Grille has a tempting assortment of upscale bar food favorites such as house-made potato chips, hearthstone pizza, and gourmet mac and cheese. Dine in or order ahead for carryout.
About Kozmo's Grille
From its setting in a modestly updated historic building to its menu of elevated comfort food, Kozmo's Grille has a goal to be "just different enough." Customers keep coming back for their award-winning pizza, prepared with homemade dough and baked in a hearthstone oven.
Contact and Hours
330.832.8807
Monday - Friday 11:30 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Saturday 4 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Akron: $10 Certificate
Niko's Sandwich Board
1947 W. Market St. #104, Akron, OH 44313
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Who doesn't love a good sandwich? The healthy, made-to-order deli sandwiches at Niko's Sandwich Board include vegan and vegetarian options, so there's something to satisfy everyone's tastes.
About Niko's Sandwich Board
With its emphasis on fruits and vegetables, olive oil, herbs, and whole grains, the Mediterranean diet has gained acclaim as a heart-healthy way of eating. Niko's Sandwich Board features traditional favorites from the owner's home island of Ikaria, including falafel, curried lentil, garbanzo salad, and pita bread.
Contact and Hours
330.794.5444
Monday - Friday 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Saturday 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Cincinnati: Coffee and Pastry
Red Tree Gallery and Coffee
3210 Madison Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45209
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Whether you're starting your day or need a quick pick-me-up, coffee and a pastry does the trick. Stop by Red Tree Gallery and Coffee for a freshly brewed cup of joe and locally-sourced pastry to go with it.
About Red Tree Gallery and Coffee
Red Tree Gallery and Coffee loves to showcase products and talent from the Cincinnati community. In addition to serving coffee and pastry from local vendors, Red Tree maintains a gallery where customers can view and purchase jewelry, paintings, and other works from regional artisans.
Contact and Hours
513.321.8733
Monday - Saturday 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Sunday 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Columbus: Coffee and Pastry
One Line Coffee - Short North
745 N. High St., Columbus, OH 43125
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One Line Coffee combines the finest globally- and locally-sourced ingredients for a menu of creative beverages for purists and adventurous souls alike. Pair your drink with a scratch-made cookie, muffin, or scone from OLC's own kitchen.
About One Line Coffee
Quality ingredients call for quality equipment. One Line Coffee uses the La Marzocco Strada LP, one of the rarest machines in the world, to pull espresso for their extensive offering of coffee drinks. Their signature honey and maple lattes are sweetened with products from nearby Honey Run Farm and Milligan's. Order online and your carryout order will be ready when you are.
Contact and Hours
614.564.9852
Monday - Thursday 7 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Friday 7 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Saturday 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Sunday 8 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Wooster: Cookies or Cupcakes
The Faithful Little Cupcake
116 N. Main St., Orrville, OH 44667
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If you have a sweet tooth, cupcakes are one of the four main food groups. You'll be hooked on these mini delicacies from The Faithful Little Cupcake, which are matched only by the excellence of their delightful cookies.
About The Faithful Little Cupcake
At The Faithful Little Cupcake, variety is the spice of life. Each day features a rotating selection from their 100+ flavors along with a core menu of the six most popular flavors. Not surprisingly, one of them is Buckeye Blitz, a chocolate cupcake topped with peanut butter buttercream, ganache, and a buckeye. Have a special occasion coming up? Ask about their custom-designed cupcakes and cookies.
Contact and Hours
330.683.2253
Tuesday - Friday 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Saturday 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Medina: Coffee and Pastry
Cool Beans Cafe
103 Liberty St., Medina, OH 44256
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When it comes to coffee, are you old school or do you go trendy with lattes and cappuccinos? Whichever you prefer, you'll come away happy after a visit to Cool Beans Cafe. Add one of their luscious pastries for a great light breakfast or midday snack.
About Cool Beans Cafe
Voted "Best Coffee in Medina County" the last seven out of nine years, Cool Beans Cafe literally has a winning formula. The espresso bar offers five different blends of brewed coffee, including Flavor of the Day, along with a full range of specialty drinks such as lattes, chai tea, Italian sodas, and smoothies. Customers have been impressed with the knowledgeable baristas and their ability to make special request drinks not on the menu.
Contact and Hours
330.723.7174
Monday - Saturday 7 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Sunday 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Freebies Galore!
Who doesn't love free stuff? Every month, Cutler Real Estate teams up with LoLo Gifts to provide a new selection of offers designed to showcase local small businesses.
It doesn't even cost anything to join! Just contact your Cutler Real Estate agent to get started.
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9 Places Around Ohio to Puzzle It Out Jan. 29th
January 29th is Puzzle Day, so head to your local shop and buy some to work out on your own or with family members. Simple puzzles with just a few pieces can help kids get started on this fun pastime while working on their fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. Before you know it, they'll be helping you on more complex 500- or 1,000-plus puzzles that take days to complete. And no matter what your interests, you'll probably be able to find a puzzle that matches them.
Check out the following 9 places around Ohio to puzzle it out:
Northeast Ohio
Sweets & Geeks
342 E. Smith Rd., Medina, OH 44256
The Sweets & Geeks name says it all – the store is a pop-culture haven that carries sweet candy as well as retro and modern "geeky" games, collectibles, and puzzles. Located near the heart of Historic Medicine Square, the shop has a good selection of puzzles, including ones with Coca-Cola, DC, Marvel, and Harry Potter themes. And while you're at the store, pick up some candy to enjoy while you're working your puzzle at home. From "weird and gross" choices to nostalgic candies you might have grown up with, you'll find something to please everyone who's working on the puzzle. Hours are 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday-Saturday and 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Sunday.
Once Upon a Time
19285 Detroit Rd., Rocky River, OH 44116
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This family-owned toy store has been open since 1984 and been in its current location since 1988, so it has many satisfied customers throughout the northeast Ohio area. It's a good spot to shop for puzzles, including ones from the popular Ravensburger brand. Their puzzles range from 15-piece ones that appeal to young children to 9,000-piece scenes that will keep the family busy for days. You'll also find uniquely fun 3D puzzles. Visit the shop from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Saturday and noon-5 p.m. Sunday.
Toyrifix
885 W. Main St., Smithville OH 44677
Toyrifix carries a large selection of toys, games, and puzzles and prides itself on inspiring creative interactions between generations. You'll find plenty of puzzles, including one with a "Wine Time" theme that's perfect for these times of social distancing. Others follow a color theme, such as red, orange, or green, or depict colorful flowers or cute llamas. Hours are 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 12:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m. Sunday.
Columbus
The Book Loft
631 S. Third St., Columbus OH 43206
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You'll find much more than books at The Book Loft at German Village – which is one of the country's largest independent bookstores – including a huge collection of jigsaw puzzles. It's located a few blocks south of the state capitol building in a location with a rich pre-Civil War history. Since it takes up an entire city block and encompasses 32 rooms, you're sure to find additional items like board games, posters, and more. Hours are 10 a.m.-11 p.m., 7 days a week.
Gramercy Books
2424 E. Main St., Bexley OH 43209
Locally owned Gramercy Books carries a selection of carefully curated puzzles, books (of course), and more. It's located in the heart of Bexley, at the intersection of East Main Street and Cassady Avenue. After you select the puzzles you'd like to buy, take time to visit the store's café, Kittie's, to enjoy Stumptown coffee, snacks, and their famous cupcakes. And don't forget to pet Wally, the store's adorable dog. Hours are 10 a.m.-6 p.m., 7 days a week.
Beanbag Books
25 W. Winter St., Delaware, OH 43015
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Originally started as Fundamentals Parent-Teacher Store, Beanbag Books has been one of Delaware's favorite shops for over 30 years. Shop for puzzles, games, books, and more educational and fun activities you can share with your child. Hours are 3 p.m.-5:30 p.m. Tuesday, 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Wednesday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Thursday and Friday, and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday. The shop is closed on Sundays and Mondays.
Cincinnati
Downbound Books
4139 Apple St., Cincinnati, OH 45223
Downbound Books has an extensive selection of puzzles, including those that have 500 or more pieces and ones that are well suited for children or for the entire family. The shop is open for curbside pickup from 4 p.m.-7 p.m. Monday-Friday and 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday. You can also set a shopping appointment for groups of up to 5 people, and neighborhood deliveries are also offered.
King Arthur's Toys
3040 Madison Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45209
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King Arthur's Toys was started over 40 years ago as a tiny hobby shop, growing over the years to become a popular – and larger – store that carries puzzles, games, and toys. Shop for gorgeous Pomegranate puzzles, which are beautifully artistic. Choose from a depiction of Van Gogh's Irises, Old-World map, Renoir's Luncheon of a Boating Party, and many more. They're so attractive that they're perfect for preserving and framing to hang on the wall. Hours are 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday-Saturday and 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday.
The Bookshelf
7754 Camargo Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45243
You'll find a variety of puzzles and books at The Bookshelf, so a visit to the shop will have you well-stocked for at-home fun. If you become a frequent customer at The Bookshelf, you may want to purchase a frequent buyer card to receive a 10% discount, and if you're a teacher, you can score 15% off even without the card. Hours are 10:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, and 1 p.m.-5 p.m. Sunday.
Piecing It Together
What kind of puzzles will you piece together as you spend time bonding with your family?
15
Cheese Lover? Try These 7 Places Jan. 20th Around Cincinnati
We hate to be cheezy, but we can't wait for January 20th! Why? It's National Cheese Lover's Day! While there's no wrong way to celebrate, we love the idea of planning a complete cheese feast! Gather up all the classics and toss in a few varieties you haven't tried before.
If you want to take your day to a whole new level, start by visiting some of the best specialty cheese shops in the Cincinnati area. Here are a few of our favorites.
The Rhined
1737 Elm St., Cincinnati, OH 45202
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Located in the Over-the-Rhine neighborhood of Cincinnati, The Rhined sells a wide variety of American-made artisan and farmstead cheeses. All of the small-batch cheeses they carry are made by hand and can be cut-to-order in the shop. This is perfect for anyone who wants to sample a variety of cheeses without making a huge investment.
They also carry everything you need to enjoy your cheese, including olives, nuts, jams, beer, and wine. You're welcome to take your selections home or relax and enjoy a cheese flight with a glass of wine. They offer counter seating in the tiny, intimate shop or outdoor seating in their courtyard.
To minimize contact, they're offering delivery and curbside pickup. They'll also handcraft a delicious cheeseboard for your next gathering.
Are you a true cheese lover? If so, they check out their monthly cheese club box. What a great way to treat yourself all year long!
JE Gibbs Cheese & Sausage
1801 Elm St. UNIT 28, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Located in the Findlay Market, JE Gibbs Cheese & Sausage has been pleasing their customers since 1922. Back then, they were simply a butter and egg stand. Today, they still carry butter and eggs, but they also have specialty cheeses, sausage, lunchmeat, Amish jams, homemade noodles, natural peanut butter, 20+ kinds of fudge, and more!
The store is still family-run, now in its fifth generation. When you visit, check out the display of tools the family used back in the 1920s, including a butter churn, manual cheese slicer, and thick wood boxes used to transport cheese. You'll feel just like you're taking a step back in time!
The owners travel to Wisconsin three times a year to restock their assortment of specialty cheeses and fresh cheese curds. While some of it goes straight to the store to sell, much of it is held for aging. They release their aged cheddar cheeses twice a year — around Mother's Day and Christmas. When they do, the supply always sells out fast. Try it once, and you'll quickly understand why this amazing treat is worth waiting for.
Urban Stead Cheese
3036 Woodburn Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45206
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The owners of Urban Stead Cheese see cheese making as a true art form. They make all their cheese on-site and have a full tasting room, viewing windows, and a full bar with beer, wine, and liquor. Here you'll find incredible varieties of cheese, including Street Ched, their traditional English-style clothbound cheddar, Misty River, a Camembert-style cheese, and Quark, a fresh, creamy farmer's cheese. They also have Gouda, fresh cheese curds, and more!
We recommend visiting the tasting room and ordering a cheese board, cheddar curds, or beer cheese with sourdough pretzels. For the perfect experience, pair your snack with a glass of wine or a tart cherry old fashioned. Don't forget to pick up a baguette and some fresh cheese to take home with you so you can enjoy a second snack later!
Hyde Park Gourmet Food & Wine
2707 Erie Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45208
Nothing goes together quite like cheese and wine, which is why Hyde Park Gourmet Food & Wine is the perfect place to celebrate National Cheese Lovers Day. In addition to an enormous selection of wines, they also sell yummy sandwiches, fresh bread, cheese, crisp pickles, and more!
They're open every day for lunch and currently offer delivery and curbside to-go. Next time you find yourself in Cincinnati's historic Hyde Park Square, pay them a visit — you'll be glad you did!
Share: Cheesebar
6105 Ridge Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45213
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The ultimate neighborhood cheese chop, Share: Cheesebar offers a small but curated selection of cheese and charcuterie. The offerings rotate, and all of the cheese can be cut to order. In addition to cheese, they also offer grab-and-go treats, artisan products, and an excellent selection of beer and wine. Their stock changes seasonally, so you can always find something new to enjoy.
Next time you're hosting dinner or an event, visit Share: Cheesebar for a custom-made cheese or charcuterie board. They're as beautiful as they are delicious and are sure to please your guests!
Ed-Mar Dairy
1034 Walton Nicholson Rd., Walton, KY 41094
Ed-Mar Dairy believes happy cows make great cheese. They provide all of their dairy cows with excellent living conditions and a healthy diet. They also use the state's only robotic milking machine, which allows the cows to choose when they want to be milked.
Their wide selection of cheeses are made with their farm's fresh milk, which contains no antibiotics or hormones. Once it's turned into cheese, it's aged for 60 days or longer. You can order their delicious cheese online or head over to their farm where you can sample their cheese and honey, buy products, and even schedule a behind-the-scenes farm tour!
Morsel & Nosh
4183 Hamilton Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45223
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One of Cincinnati's most popular delicatessen and specialty grocery stores, Morsel & Nosh is well known for their wide selection of fine cheeses and cured meat. They also carry a variety of provisions from local and regional artisan producers.
Visit their online store, where you'll find a selection of cheese, meats, produce, and more for delivery or pickup. And if you really want to wow your guests at your next event, order a Mandala Board or Bohemian Board. These stunning meat and cheese boards are meticulously assembled so they look more like a fine work of art than a tray of food.
Say Cheese!
How do you plan to celebrate National Cheese Lovers Day?
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