When you're craving something soul-warming and sweet, hot chocolate is the obvious choice. The simple beverage can be made in thousands of different ways, but whether you choose spiked or virgin, fun flavors or a large dollop of fluffy whipped cream, it's bound to be delicious. We rounded up our favorite hot chocolate spots in Cleveland, so next time the craving hits, you can skip the research and get right to sipping. Enjoy!
Photos courtesy of Sweet Moses
Sweet Moses, a charming old-fashioned soda shop located in Gordon Square, is perhaps the ultimate spot for sweet treats — and the hot chocolate here is no exception. The shop uses a traditional recipe from 1911, and the mug is topped off with your choice of a large homemade marshmallow or a dollop of whipped cream.Blackbird serves up hot chocolate that is both decadent and light at the same time. The perfect balance is achieved by adding two kinds of dark chocolate to the bottom of the mug and covering it with frothy, steamed milk. Once the concoction is stirred, it's a little cup of heaven.
Erie Island Coffee Company might just have some of the best coffee in Cleveland, but it would be a shame to overlook the hot chocolate! Sip yours in the charming space in downtown, which boasts friendly staff, a comfortable atmosphere, and views of city life through the windows.
When the weekend rolls around, nothing resolves the stresses of the previous week like brunch. It's the best time to gather with loved ones to catch up and enjoy a delicious plate of food while you're at it. As a matter of fact, brunch might just be our favorite meal of the day — who's with us?
We gathered up our favorite brunch restaurants in the Akron and Canton area for your next morning outing. With heaping plates of hash, buttery biscuits and gravy, stacked eggs Benedict, and mimosas galore, these local hot spots never disappoint. Happy brunching!
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Photo courtesy of the Burntwood Tavern
The Bloody Mary bar at the Burntwood Tavern is the stuff of legends. First, choose a Tavern-infused vodka (jalapeño, garlic, bacon, and the like), and then bolster it with your choice of mixers, hot sauces, horseradish and accoutrements. Once you've made your dream bevvie, enjoy brunch classics with a modern twist. Standouts include the prime rib eggs Benedict, the smoked bacon crepes and the nutella-stuffed French toast.
Photo courtesy of Bomba Tacos & Rum
Located in the Montrose Center Plaza, this colorful spot serves up authentic Mexican street food in chic, modern digs. For brunch (weekends from 11 am to 3 pm), enjoy huevos rancheros, breakfast tacos, carne asada hash and more alongside an impressive lineup of coffee and breakfast cocktails (jalapeño paloma, anyone?).
Photo courtesy of the Twisted Citrus Cafe
This bright and airy locale is the perfect place for a relaxed weekend brunch! The menu is globally inspired, but still includes all of your favorite breakfast classics — with a twist. We are particularly smitten with the corned beef hash, the Maui Waui French toast (topped with piña colada compote), and the deep south omelette with sausage gravy, but you can't go wrong with anything on the menu!Established in 2013, this cozy little concept brings a bit of brightness to downtown Canton. Here, you'll find flavorful, fair trade coffee drinks, but the real standout here is the waffles. These creations are fluffy and decadent, topped with a wide variety of ingredients both sweet and savory. If you come a bit later in the day, you can also experience the waffle burgers — a delicious patty sandwiched between the famed waffles. Are you hungry yet?
When looking to tackle a home renovation, it's important to gather design inspiration from a variety of sources — magazines, the latest home design show, or even a friend's home. In this day and age, many of us turn to Instagram for our #homeinspo, relying on gorgeous photos to fuel our design dreams. Luckily, our Ohio interior designers do not disappoint, curating their feeds with gorgeous, colorful and inventive home designs worth sharing.
If a home remodel is on your to-do list this season, or if you simply like scrolling through beautiful pictures, give these talented local artists a follow — and go ahead and follow us, too while you're at it.
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Gifting a fresh bouquet of flowers is one of our most beloved traditions. Whether you're purchasing an arrangement for a special event or looking for something to help a relationship bloom, flowers have the power to draw people together. But sometimes, finding a talented florist to fit your needs can be as tough as "pollen" teeth, so we decided to round up some of our local favorites to help make your search a bit easier.
Next time you're looking to brighten up the room or bring a smile to someone's face, check out one of these incredible flower shops in the Akron and Canton area.
Pink Petals Florist
1960 West Market Street, Akron
With its gorgeous arrangements, thoughtful staff-members and top-notch customer service, Pink Petals Florist has easily gained a loyal customer base. In fact, many people who buy an arrangement here swear that they will return for all of their flower-purchasing needs in the future. Stop by to see what all the fuss is about.
Sisters Flower Haus Too
1245 S Cleveland Massillon Road, Suite 303, Copley
Sisters Flower Haus Too might be a small company, but the quality and service found here impresses customers in a big way. Shop here for breathtaking custom bouquets and thoughtful gifts in the heart of Copley, Ohio.
House of Plants
1760 Merriman Road, Akron
At House of Plants, the mission is simple — to make people happy. Of course, with such colorful options, creative florists and inventive arrangements, accomplishing that mission isn't too difficult! Order something pretty to be delivered to a loved one, or stop by the shop to pick out a ready-made bouquet.