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OCTOBER 2019 PUBLISHER

Joe Violi | joe.violi@lifestylepubs.com EDITORIAL COORDINATOR

Emily Shea | emily.shea@lifestylepubs.com PUBLICATION DIRECTOR

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Food, Glorious Food

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Hannah Predojev, Emily Shea, Warren Watkins CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

ARE YOU HUNGRY, MEDINA COUNTY? We’re sure you will be when you read— or should we say devour—this issue, the most drool-worthy one of the year: the

Blue Heron Brewery and Event Center, Lynsey Curren, Hannah Predojev, Emily Shea, Warren Watkins

Foodie issue! We spent the last few months scouring the streets in search of the most delicious bites Medina County has to offer, and we found more than enough material to fill these pages. While we don’t like to play favorites, the Foodie issue is near and dear to our hearts. After all, food is not only nourishing (and delicious) but it also brings people together—whether it’s a special anniversary dinner, a much-needed lunch break with coworkers, a friend’s birthday party or even a casual weeknight meal with family. Food is often considered one of life’s great pleasures. Consider this issue your foodie guide to Medina County, featuring the best places to satisfy your hunger. Feeling inspired by the pros? Channel your inner chef and whip up a Lifestyle-approved recipe in your own kitchen! We promise we wouldn’t steer you wrong. See Page 28 to get started.

CORPORATE TEAM CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Steven Schowengerdt CHIEF SALES OFFICER Matthew Perry

Also be sure to check out Page 20 to read about my favorite foodie travel destination and Page 25 for an exclusive look at one of our team's go-to restaurants.

CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER DeLand Shore ART DIRECTOR Sara Minor OPERATIONS DIRECTOR Janeane Thompson

Want to learn more about our local chefs and restaurant owners? Check out Page 14 and Page 34! Dig in, South Charlotte!

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INSIDE THE ISSUE OCTOBER 2019

FEATURES 14 Love in a Brewery Blue Heron Brewery and Event Center Celebrates Holy Matrimony

20 Eating Emerald City A Unique and Notable Culinary Experience in Seattle

25 Keeping Things Fresh Timber Lodge Steakhouse Welcomes New Ownership

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28 Let's Get Cookin' Two Delicious Recipes to Try This Month

DEPARTMENTS 4

Lifestyle Letter

Good Times

Around Town

Locally Owned

25 Local Limelight 28 Culinary Creations 32 Lifestyle Calendar 34 Parting Thoughts

GOOD TIMES

46th Annual Art in the Park Fine Art Show The 46th annual Art in the Park Fine Art Show featured more than 130 different art vendors and exhibits. People from all across the county gathered to enjoy the beautiful weather, fine art and a good time with friends and family.

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UNDREDS OF WHITE CHAIRS LINE THE NEATLY MANICURED GRASS IN A CIRCULAR MOTION. Surrounding the chairs is a beautiful stone patio decorated with a wooden altar in the center of the floor and a DJ booth to the right. A crystal blue pond with a fountain immediately catches one’s eye, as it

gracefully spouts water high into the air. Melodic music can be heard as guests stand happily chatting as they patiently wait to take their seats for the wedding. The Blue Heron Brewery and Event Center opened March 1, 2019, in Medina. Before the Blue Heron became what it is today, it went through quite the evolution. It was once a mansion-turned-country-club, and everything behind the facility was nothing more than 27 holes of blue skies, golf and greenery. From there, the township bought the land behind the establishment and transformed it into Austin Badger Park. Additionally, while the first half of the property was purchased in 2016, after undergoing a drastic makeover, the Blue Heron is now an event center and wedding facility. The second half of the Blue Heron property, once a former locker room and pro shop, was transformed into a restaurant and brewery. It has since expanded by adding another banquet room on the third floor, called the Heron Room. The 6,000-square-foot, modern ballroom holds up to 140 guests, complete with a terrace overlooking Austin Badger Park. Ultimately, it is ideal for company meetings, holiday parties and more. Reservations must be made in advance. Khadar Soussou, the general manager, has worked at the establishment since October 2018. He places an emphasis on learning about the individual so he can bring the client's vision to life.

Lindsay Gilchrist, a Strongsville resident, hosted her wedding at the Blue Heron on August 10, 2019, with Khadar as their primary wedding planner. Complete with a bourbon tasting, a Champagne tower and a shrimp display, their wedding was a night to remember. In fact, Lindsay noted how even

after the lights came on to wrap things up, “there were still 150 people in the room.” “Our food was perfect; we did a dual-plated chicken and beef as one option and a stuffed portobello mushroom with risotto as a second option,” Lindsay says. In the brewery, every Friday and Saturday, live bands play from 7 to 10 p.m. Additionally, the business hosts an amphitheater, complete with a pond, a 1,500-square-foot patio and a fountain. Some of the popular food items include an authentic Maryland crab cake and the Montville Mountain, a large portion of golden fries topped with savory avocado crumble, pico de gallo and pulled pork.

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The facility is waiting to obtain its state permit, so they are not brewing beer yet. Currently, 16 craft beers on draft are available, along with a full beer, bottle, cocktail and wine list. Shea Sohovich, a Medina resident, brings a new meaning to the term “local.” He resides in the Blue Heron neighborhood with his wife, Michaela, and their two children, Carson, 10, and Cameron, 4. He believes the staff is “genuine and friendly” and does a great job of catering to customers. Prices range from $5 to $10 for beer and $9 to $16 for the food selection. With everything offered fresh and

The Blue Heron Brewery and Event Center is located at 3227

in-house, catering is available, but reservations must be

Blue Heron Trace and is open Tuesday through Thursday, 3 to

made in advance. The Blue Heron also features a Saturday

10 p.m.; Friday, 3 p.m. to when the last customer leaves; Sat-

and Sunday tailgate menu, in addition to fun features

urday, noon to when the last customer leaves; and Sunday

during the week.

noon to 9 p.m. Blue Heron reservations can be made calling

As far as expansion, the company hopes to make this a

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Seattle, WA

Pike Place Market

THIS PACIFIC NORTHWEST CITY, DUBBED THE EMERALD

other than yours truly—featured more than 240 Washington wineries

CITY FOR ITS ABUNDANCE OF GREENERY, OFFERS ONE OF

and more than 70 of the state’s most celebrated restaurants, inspir-

THE MOST UNIQUE AND NOTABLE CULINARY EXPERIENCES

ing Seattle chefs and culinary luminaries from around the nation.

IN THE UNITED STATES. One of the main reasons for this is

The four-day festival features multiple events, including not

Seattle’s community of forward-thinking chefs that have an unwav-

one but two grand tasting events. At these grand tasting events,

ering commitment to sourcing only the finest fresh and locally

thousands of national and international visitors come together in a

grown ingredients. From mom-and-pop shops that have been

harmonious balance that can almost certainly be attributed to the

doing business for more than a century to larger establishments

copious amounts of delectable food that has been prepared by some

that are new to the scene, the culinary community in Seattle is

of the nation’s most talented chefs and the endless flow of wine.

dead set on providing locals and tourists alike with a gastronomic

(Don’t worry; next year’s Taste Washington dates have already been

experience you can’t get anywhere else.

released. The four-day festival will take place from March 19–22,

To celebrate the food and wine of Seattle, the city hosts Taste Washington, the nation’s largest single-region wine and food festival. This year’s festival—presented in March 2019 and attended by none 20

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2020. Visit TasteWashington.org for more information.) In the meantime, start plan ning your trip—and most importantly, where you’re going to eat!

Stop 1 BACCO CAFE

86 Pine St., Seattle Bacco Cafe is a true gem that is conveniently located in the heart of it all. It's tightly nestled into a cozy space neighboring the beautiful Seattle waterfront and Pike Place Market, making it a great spot to enjoy a light brunch before exploring the city. The menu is smattered with breakfast classics that have a Pacific Northwest twist. MY RECOMMENDATIONS: the avocado toast (if available), the salmon hash and the Dungeness crab omelet.

Stop 2 PIKE PLACE MARKET 85 Pike St., Seattle

Pro tip: Dedicate an entire day to Pike Place Market. Although it's one of Seattle's most popular tourist attractions, the market was never intended to be that way. In fact, it was built in 1907 so that farmers could sell their products directly to the public, removing the middleman that often took part in less-than-satisfactory business practices and ultimately left the farmers with little to no profit for

Stop 3

MINER'S LANDING AT PIER 57 1301 Alaskan Way, Seattle

years. Over more than a century, the market has

Miner's Landing at Pier 57 is undoubtedly the most recognizable pier along

grown from about 10 farmers to 85 farmers, 240

the Seattle waterfront because it's home to the iconic Seattle Great Wheel.

small businesses and 225 local artists.

While the wheel attracts many, it's the array of restaurants, shopping and activities that will make you want to stay. Miner's Landing is home to four

MY RECOMMENDATIONS: Watch the fish fly at the

restaurants and a food court, multiple gift shops, a carousel and their newest

world-famous Pike Place Fish Market; take the VIP

attraction, Wings Over Washington.

Early Access Food Tour of Pike Place Market with Savor Seattle to meet some of the local vendors and taste

MY RECOMMENDATIONS: Start at Wings Over Washington for a flying

some of the market's best bites; buy tulips from one of

theater ride over the state of Washington. Then head to The Fisherman's

the local flower stalls; venture beneath the main arcade;

Restaurant & Bar for dinner right on the water and surprisingly beautiful and

and discover the unique shops, specializing in collect-

close view of the wheel. Finally, indulge your inner child and ride The Seattle

ibles, comics, jewelry, books, original art and more.

Great Wheel—you won't regret it.

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Chihuly Garden and Glass, Photography by Emily Shea

Crab Toast, The Fisherman's Restaurant & Bar, Miner's Landing at Pier 57, Photography by Emily Shea

Avocado Toast, Bacco Café, Photography by Emily Shea

Stop 4

Miner's Landing at Pier 57

ROCK CREEK SEAFOOD & SPIRITS 4300 Fremont Ave. N, Seattle For some of the best seafood in Seattle, head to the Fremont neighborhood. (And while you're there, looking for the famous Fremont Troll is a must-do.) Rock Creek Seafood & Spirits, a full-service restaurant and bar, emphasizes fresh ingredients and seafood from well-managed fisheries located across the globe. They are open daily from 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. and offer brunch from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. MY RECOMMENDATIONS: Make a reservation in advance, especially if you plan to visit during the weekend. Begin your meal with the Seared Norwegian Mackerel Salad and end it on a sweet note with the RockCreek S’mores. Take your time to experience the culinary delights that Seattle has to offer. But in between meals, it's worthwhile to visit the area's local attractions such as the Space Needle, the Museum of Pop Culture, Chihuly Garden and Glass and Argosy Cruises Harbor Tour—all of which can be accessed if you buy the Seattle CityPass, a huge money saver if you want to experience Seattle's best attractions.

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WHEN LONGTIME TIMBER LODGE STEAKHOUSE OWNER RON LEVITT DECIDED IT WAS TIME TO RETIRE AND STEP AWAY FROM THE RESTAURANT BUSINESS, HE KNEW HE NEEDED TO BRING IN SOMEONE LOCAL (AND PRIVATE) WHO WAS COMMITTED TO KEEPING THE RESTAURANT'S FINE REPUTATION AS ONE OF THE PREMIER STEAKHOUSES IN NORTHEAST OHIO. Ron had been in the restaurant business for his entire adult life and was the owner of Timber Lodge for the past 16 years. His hard work and attention to every detail of his business during those years have made Timber Lodge Steakhouse what it is today. With such a successful restaurant—ranked No. 1 by customers on Trip Advisor for more than three years now—there were many things for Ron to take pride in, but being an independently owned steakhouse and not selling out to a chain was very high on the list.

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So when the new owner, Lynn Zarcone, came on the scene and discussions began about a smooth transition of ownership, the two were quickly able to work out a deal that allowed both Lynn to fulfill his longtime dream of owning a restaurant and Ron the opportunity to step away quietly after such an outstanding run in the restaurant business. "I think it was the perfect storm of timing and opportunity for these two to do business with each other, and it was the right time to pass the torch," says Lynsey Curren, Timber Lodge's front-of-house manager who has been there since 2013. "Ron was never going to sell to a chain, but he was ready, and the time was right. With Lynn, he found the perfect person to take over and to continue with what he grew." Anyone who knows of Timber Lodge's reputation will be glad to hear that new ownership doesn't equate to a new menu or operation style. "This restaurant has done so well for so long that I'm not looking to make any major changes at all," Lynn says. "Maybe a couple of minor things, like expanding the wine list and doing a few themed-type meals that will add a little something new, like the Bastille Day menu that we did in the summer, which offered some new French dishes that we hadn't done before. But other than that, it's going to be business as usual around here." In case you're wondering, at Timber Lodge, "business as usual" means a friendly, well-trained staff and nothing but the freshest meats, seafood, vegetables and fruits for their customers. Their steaks are sliced from only the highest-quality cuts of beef. Fresh fish and chicken are prepped daily by a kitchen staff that shows up to work every morning, eight hours before opening. The cooler is loaded with fresh greens for salads and vegetables for side dishes. Near the kitchen, you can find boxes upon boxes of the largest Idaho potatoes around. And, of course, several of Timber Lodge's famous roasted prime ribs can be seen cooking in the rotisserie oven every afternoon as the restaurant prepares to open for their faithful dinner crowd. Not only does Timber Lodge offer the best dinner menu around, but they also continue to do great business for their famous Sunday Brunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., which offers a full gourmet breakfast menu and classic lunch menu items. The wildly popular Sunday-only brunch special bloody mary for an unbelievable 99 cents keeps guests coming back week in and week out. Guests can reserve the porch for a private event or family gathering as well. Seating is available for 12 to 20 people during regular business hours. Or if you need a larger space with more seating for guests, Timber Lodge also offers the use of their dining area during off-hours in the afternoon. This is one area of the business that Lynn says he would definitely like to expand. "We're really looking to do a lot more catering," Lynn says. "We would like to deliver more parties, especially with the holidays coming up, and also to cater parties right here at the restaurant before we open up for dinner. We can easily host a day party here from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. with no problem, and that's something that I'm really trying to push so more people are aware of that." Thankfully, one thing Lynn does not need to make more people aware of is the kind of quality food and service customers will continue to get when they stop in for their next visit. Chances are the next time you are at Timber Lodge, Lynn himself will stop by your table to make sure everything is as great as advertised. "Lynn is a very personable person," Lynsey says. "He's just the kind of guy who can talk to anyone about anything and make it interesting. He's a natural in the hospitality business." 26

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COOKIN' SHEET PAN CHICKEN FAJITAS INGREDIENTS + 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into thin slices

+ 1 hour to marinate

6 servings

DIRECTIONS 1. In a large bowl, combine the taco seasoning, olive oil and lime juice to make the marinade.

+ 1/4 cup taco seasoning

Toss chicken and vegetables in marinade and

+ 1 tablespoon olive oil

allow to marinate, covered for 1 hour.

+ 1 lime, juiced + 1 red onion, thinly sliced

2. Preheat oven to 375 F. 3. Spread the marinated chicken and veg-

+ 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced

gies across a greased sheet pan and bake for 15

+ 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced

minutes, or until meat is cooked through.

+ 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced + Small flour tortillas, warmed + Avocado and cilantro for garnish + Salsa or hot sauce

25 minutes

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4. Serve with tortillas, salsa, guacamole, avocado, sour cream and fresh cilantro.

BAKED SWEET POTATO FRIES WITH GUACAMOLE INGREDIENTS For the Sweet Potatoes: + 3 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into thin strips + 1 tablespoon olive oil

35 minutes 6-10 servings

DIRECTIONS 1. Preheat oven to 400 F. 2. Spread the sweet potatoes evenly across a sheet pan. Drizzle with olive oil and add the garlic powder, salt and pepper.

+ 1 teaspoon garlic powder

3. Use your hands to toss the sweet potato

+ Salt and pepper, to taste

fries, making sure they are fully coated with the olive oil and seasonings.

For the Guacamole: + 2 avocados, peeled and mashed

4. Bake for 24–28 minutes, flipping the sweet potatoes halfway so they are evenly browned.

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a commemorative medal.

day and fiber animals on display

MAIN STREET MEDINA FIRST FRIDAY Medina Historic District

On the first Friday of every month, Main Street Medina hosts an evening featuring fun activities, entertainment and live music, special deals and more in conjunction with the businesses

Ashland County Fairgrounds, Ashland

and for sale.

Our Saviour Lutheran Church, Hinckley

Our Saviour Lutheran Church will present handmade crafts, jewelry, cards, wood items, soap, watercolor prints and more at this year's Fall Craft Fair. Lunch and homemade pies will be served, and there will also be a bake sale and more than 35 raffle baskets.

WATERCOLOR WORKSHOP: WINTER LANDSCAPES Cliffside Artist Collaborative

Medina County Fairgrounds

awareness

SAMUEL SALSBURY: NORTH INDIAN SARANGI

SHASHMAQAM

Wadsworth Public Library

Ohio

Regional

Music

Highland High School

Arts

and

Ohio

Regional

Music

Arts

and

Cultural Outreach (ORMACO) con-

Cultural Outreach (ORMACO) opens

tinues its Wadsworth Library Sunday

its 2019–20 World Tour of Music

afternoon concert series with Akron-

with Shashmaqam, a New York-

UNITED WAY'S TASTE OF MEDINA COUNTY 2019

based musician Samuel Salsbury. The

based ensemble recognized in their

program will include music selections

native Uzbekistan and Tadzhikistan

from North India, and Samuel will

for their extraordinary musical tal-

Blue Heron Brewery and Event Center

play the sarangi, a string instrument

ent. Their music reflects Central

This evening event will feature deli-

used throughout South Asia. Tickets

Asia’s ethnic eclecticism by bring-

cious food prepared by some of Medina

are free, but reservations are rec-

ing together Uzbek, Tadjik, Afghan

County's

chefs,

ommended. Visit ORMACO.org, or

and Azerbaijani songs and melo-

fun and philanthropy. The purpose

call 330.722.2541 to reserve your seat.

dies for a lively program.

highly

regarded

Medina County Lifestyle | October 2019

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PARTING THOUGHTS

Meet t h e Ow n e r :

ARTICLE EMILY SHEA | PHOTOGRAPHY WARREN WATKINS

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+ BUSINESS PROFESSIONAL + FOODIE

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+ MARINER

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+ EX-HIPPIE

WHAT DO YOU LOVE ABOUT YOUR JOB?

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The customers. We have so many great regulars who drop in several times a week, whether it be for a drink, dinner or both. I also enjoy playing with recipes for new dishes. WHAT DEFINING MOMENTS SET YOU ON YOUR CAREER PATH? I’ve had several careers over the years. When I graduated from engineering school, I went into the Air Force as a commissioned officer. I stayed for eight years, making many lifelong friends along the way and meeting some of the most impressive people. Then I spent some time working in the quick-paced telecommunications industry running a large engineering department. This was exciting for a while, but over time, the excitement wore off, and working for a large corporation just wasn’t something I wanted to keep doing. So, my wife and I decided to take a risk and go into our own business, and here we have it. My wife, Joyce Hicks, is a software project manager and still works outside the business. By not having to rely on the business for our dayto-day life, we’ve been able to focus on growing. WHAT MOTIVATES YOU? Making our customers happy. We’ve gained a lot of loyal customers over the years, and these are the people who make it all worthwhile. These customers are the ones who will let us know when something is excellent or will tell us when we fall short. WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE THING ON THE RIVERSTONE MENU? The grilled salmon topped with pico de gallo and crispy Brussels sprouts on the side. 34

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