Elaine T. Cicora, Author at Cleveland Scene

Crooks in the River

Piatto Novo’s gorgeous views override its kitchen miscues.

Classics’ new menu is AAA.

Parker’s monthly feasts are a vegetarian gourmet’s dream.

Hudson’s Vue is improved, thanks to a new chef.

Chipotle’s online service isn’t all that hot.

Cozy up to the skulls and demons — and the haunting flavors of Momocho.

Mint Café could bloom into a perennial favorite.

A Chicago writer flubs the lunch-meat beat.

Carrie Cerino’s pantry looks a lot like Ma Ma’s did.

Chopping onions got you down? Leave it to the pros.

What the critic loves and loathes at the 1,000-meal mark.

Olivor Twist lives up to a martini lover’s great expectations.