Elaine T. Cicora, Author at Cleveland Scene

Comfort Station

Homey and family-friendly Gookies is in the business of saving soul.

Hummus a few bars, and we’ll tell you about the area’s newest Middle Eastern restaurants.

Tina’s may be Lakewood’s best-kept secret.

Wake up and smell the cherry kijafa crêpes.

We’re still moonstruck by funky, affordable Luna Grille.

The Godfather may be a distant memory, but the recipes are alive and well.

A restaurant wilts, but another grows in its place.

A celebrated partier settles down.

And we’ll have fun, fun, fun — as long as Beachclub never takes the pizzas away.

The secret’s out: Frequently packed Pad Thai is a local gem.

Chocolate fondue: Need we say more?

Growing pains aside, Kent’s Bistro on Main is ready for the big leagues.