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	<title>Photo gallery: Pig Fest</title>
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	<pubDate>Sat, 17 Oct 2026 19:53:55 GMT</pubDate>
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	<description>Residents attend the Toledo Pig Fest on Adams Street on Saturday.</description>
	
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        Melissa Malloy, an event organizer with Hardy Communications, dances to the live music while dressed as a pig during Toledo Pig Fest on Adams Street in Toledo on Oct. 17.
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        The flying pig on Toledo School for the Arts was seen during Toledo Pig Fest on Adams Street in Toledo on Oct. 17.
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        From left, Tom Chociej, LeeAnne Chociej and Nathan Chociej enjoy baked potatoes loaded with pulled pork during Toledo Pig Fest on Adams Street in Toledo on Oct. 17.
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        People check out the different food trucks during Toledo Pig Fest on Adams Street in Toledo on Oct. 17.
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        A vendor advertises their pork rind offerings during Toledo Pig Fest on Adams Street in Toledo on Oct. 17.
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        Puppeteers with the Toledo School for the Arts’ puppet club entertain during Toledo Pig Fest on Adams Street in Toledo on Oct. 17.
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	<title>Halloween hosting: Fitting food, parties, and more for the holiday</title>
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	<pubDate>Sat, 17 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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	<description>Spooky season is one of Clinton Stanton’s favorite times of the year.</description>
	
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        Horror and thriller movie posters are displayed inside the Pale Horse in downtown Toledo.
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        Spider Cake Truffles are made with leftover cake, chocolate, and pretzels.
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        Toledo Country Club Executive Chef Clinton Stanton said Halloween is one of his favorite holidays.
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        On-theme cheese platters at the Toledo Country Club during a Halloween event in 2025.
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        Various Halloween treats at the Toledo Country Club during the fall time in 2025.
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        Jessica Delgado turns on fake candles inside her horror-themed bar, the Pale Horse, in downtown Toledo.
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        Cake Pops.
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        Art created by local artists is displayed for purchase inside a new horror-themed bar, the Pale Horse, in downtown Toledo on Jan. 13.
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        A Roasted Vampire Beef Wellington is an example of how you can turn a normal recipe into a spooky bite.
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        Themed drinks at a Toledo Country Club Halloween event in 2025.
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        Jessica Delgado stands next to encased horror movie masks inside her horror-themed bar, the Pale Horse, in downtown Toledo.
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	<title>Maddie Knows Best: Detroit eating and fall favorites</title>
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	<pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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	<description>I’m going to visit Detroit soon. Where should I go for dinner?</description>
	
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	<title>Venezuelan and Latin-fusion food truck celebrates 2 years of business in Toledo</title>
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	<pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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	<description>Casero Kitchen has been serving up Venezuelan and Latin-fusion flavors in Toledo for nearly two years.</description>
	
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        Ramiz Parra, owner of Casero Kitchen, poses for a photo during the Wolcott Autumn Market in Maumee on Oct. 3.
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        People wait for their food from Casero Kitchen during the Wolcott Autumn Market in Maumee on Oct. 3.
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        Owner of Casero Kitchen Ramiz Parra looks at orders during the Wolcott Autumn Market in Maumee on Oct. 3.
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        Kayla Rodriguez takes orders at Casero Kitchen during the Wolcott Autumn Market in Maumee on Oct. 3.
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        Owner of Casero Kitchen Ramiz Parra makes an order during the Wolcott Autumn Market in Maumee on Oct. 3.
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        Owner of Casero Kitchen Ramiz Parra makes an order during the Wolcott Autumn Market in Maumee on Oct. 3.
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        Owner of Casero Kitchen Ramiz Parra makes an order during the Wolcott Autumn Market in Maumee on Oct. 3.
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        Kayla Rodriguez hands over food to a customer at Casero Kitchen during the Wolcott Autumn Market in Maumee on Oct. 3.
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	<title>Meals with Maddie: Puff pastry at Clara J&amp;#39;s Tea Room</title>
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	<pubDate>Sun, 04 Oct 2026 13:23:37 GMT</pubDate>
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	<description>Gretchen Fayerweather, owner of Clara J&#39;s Tea Room in Maumee, said guests are always asking how to work with puff pastry.</description>
	
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        Maddie Coppel, Blade food editor, and Gretchen Fayerweather, owner of Clara J's Tea Room, stand holding Prosciutto, Olive, and Goat Cheese Puffs, Prosciutto Twists, Cinnamon Twists, and Apple Butter Danish pastries inside of the establishment in Perrysburg on Sept. 21.
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        Cinnamon Twists, Apple Butter Danish pastries, Prosciutto, Olive, and Goat Cheese Puffs, and Prosciutto Twists made by Maddie Coppel, Blade food editor, and Gretchen Fayerweather, owner of Clara J's Tea Room, inside of the establishment in Perrysburg on Sept. 21.
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	<title>Farm-to-cocktail: Toledo Spirits features menu of locally sourced ingredients</title>
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	<pubDate>Sun, 04 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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	<description>Seasonal cocktail takes on a whole new meaning at Toledo Spirits Co. in North Toledo.</description>
	
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        Matt Cashin makes the Let's Choco'Bout It featuring bourbon and chocolate in the Bellwether bar at Toledo Spirits on Sept. 17 in North Toledo.
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        <![CDATA[The Beetnik features goat cheese-washed King & Dane Silver Rum, beet, and coconut in the Bellwether bar at Toledo Spirits on Sept. 17 in North Toledo.]]>
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        Matt Cashin makes the Let's Choco'Bout It cocktail featuring bourbon and chocolate in the Bellwether bar at Toledo Spirits on Sept. 17 in North Toledo.
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        The Silk Haystack features gin, sweet woodruff, and clarified milk (staff attests it is delicious) in the Bellwether bar at Toledo Spirits on Sept. 17 in North Toledo.
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        <![CDATA[The Beetnik features goat cheese-washed King & Dane Silver Rum, beet, and coconut in the Bellwether bar at Toledo Spirits on Sept. 17 in North Toledo.]]>
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        The Silk Haystack features gin, sweet woodruff, and clarified milk (staff attests it is delicious) in the Bellwether bar at Toledo Spirits on Sept. 17 in North Toledo.
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        Bartender Drew Nauden presents a few of the fall menu Farmstand drinks in the Bellwether bar at Toledo Spirits on Sept. 17 in North Toledo.. Featuring locally sourced ingredients where available; the earthy and lively cocktails shown are the Beetnik, Let's Choco'Bout It, and the Silk Haystack Drew is serving.
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	<title>Fall flavors: Comforting and cozy recipes for the season</title>
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	<pubDate>Sat, 26 Sep 2026 13:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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	<description>Butternut squash, maple, and pumpkin are just a few ingredients that remind me of autumn.</description>
	
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        Fall Sheet Pan Dinner with crispy Brussels, red onion, and chicken sausage.
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        Maple Walnut Chicken Salad prepared by Blade Food Editor Maddie Coppel at her apartment in Toledo on Sept. 16.
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        Butternut Squash Soup prepared by Blade food editor Maddie Coppel at her apartment in Toledo on Sept. 16.
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        Fall Sheet Pan Dinner prepared by Blade food editor Maddie Coppel at her apartment in Toledo on Sept. 16.
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        Butternut Squash Soup topped with pumpkin seeds. Croutons or Gruyere cheese would also be a nice touch for a garnish.
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        Sandy Hebert, home cook and founder of Cathartic Cooking classes in Perrysburg.
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	<title>Day and night: Late-night coffee and cocktail shop opening in Ostrich Towne</title>
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	<pubDate>Sat, 19 Sep 2026 11:04:19 GMT</pubDate>
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	<description>Amy Hall is bringing coffee, cocktails, and conversation to the Vistula neighborhood of Toledo.</description>
	
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        Amy Hall, owner, in the soon-to-be-opened spot Last Drop on Sept. 11. She hopes the space will feature live music, art displays, private events, casual get togethers, and business meetings.
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        Amy Hall, owner, in the soon-to-be-opened spot Last Drop on Sept. 11. The space will be a coffee and cocktail shop in Ostrich Towne.
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        Construction continues at the soon-to-be-opened spot Last Drop on Sept. 11. It will be a coffee and cocktail shop in the Vistula neighborhood of Toledo.
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        Amy Hall, owner, speaks in an interview at the soon-to-be-opened spot Last Drop on Sept. 11. It will be a coffee and cocktail shop in the Vistula neighborhood of Toledo.
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        The day-time menu at Last Drop will feature breakfast sandwiches, assorted pastries, specialty lattes, and other coffee beverages.
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        Construction continues at the soon-to-be-opened spot Last Drop on Sept. 11. It will be a coffee and cocktail shop in the Vistula neighborhood of Toledo.
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	<title>Capturing culinary: Local photographer makes career in food imagery</title>
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	<pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 13:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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	<description>A passion for food is what drives Kent Searle’s photography.</description>
	
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        Photographer Kent Searle works on product photography with Benchmark Restaurant and its chef, Zach Moser, in Perrysburg.
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        Photographer Kent Searle works on product photography with Benchmark Restaurant and its chef, Zach Moser, in Perrysburg.
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        Photographer Kent Searle works on product photography with Benchmark Restaurant and its chef, Zach Moser, in Perrysburg.
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        Photographer Kent Searle works on product photography with Benchmark Restaurant and its chef, Zach Moser, in Perrysburg.
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        Photographer Kent Searle works on product photography with Benchmark Restaurant and its chef, Zach Moser, in Perrysburg.
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        Photographer Kent Searle works on product photography with Benchmark Restaurant and its chef, Zach Moser, in Perrysburg.
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        Photographer Kent Searle works on product photography with Benchmark Restaurant and its chef, Zach Moser, in Perrysburg.
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        Photographer Kent Searle works on product photography with Benchmark Restaurant and its chef, Zach Moser, in Perrysburg.
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        A salmon entree at RARE Savory Taste Kitchen in Toledo captured by Kent Searle.
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        A former feature at Claude's of Lamb chops with seared scallops, an arugula puree, and fried Brussels sprouts.
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        Various dishes at RARE Savory Taste Kitchen photographed by area photographer Kent Searle.
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        A seafood platter available at Benchmark Restaurant in Perrysburg.
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	<title>Maddie Knows Best: Last meal and fall lattes at home</title>
	<link>https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/food/2026/09/12/maddie-knows-best-last-meal-and-fall-lattes-at-home/stories/20260913016</link>
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	<pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 11:30:00 GMT</pubDate>
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	<description>What would your last meal be?</description>
	
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	<title>Meals with Maddie: End of summer salmon with blueberry barbecue showcased at Claude&amp;#39;s</title>
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	<pubDate>Sun, 06 Sep 2026 12:30:00 GMT</pubDate>
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	<description>When Claude&#39;s Prime Seafood in Perrysburg, 5103 Levis Commons Blvd., rebranded to Claude’s Bistro &amp; Bar in late 2025, the restaurant didn’t forget its roots.</description>
	
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	<title>Around the block: Sports bar, beer garden to open in downtown Toledo</title>
	<link>https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/food/2026/09/05/station-sports-bar-beer-garden-open-downtown/stories/20260906021</link>
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	<pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 12:50:48 GMT</pubDate>
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	<description>Mike Stancati, the owner of Hannon’s Block in downtown Toledo, is opening his latest restaurant endeavor just a stone’s throw away.</description>
	
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        Mike Stancati, owner, said the space is going to be a unique, elevated sports bar concept.
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        The Station Sports Bar is featured in downtown Toledo on Aug. 24. The goal is for a September opening date.
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        Owner Mike Stancati makes homemade dough at the Station in downtown Toledo.
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        The interior of the soon-to-open the Station Sports Bar is featured in downtown Toledo on Aug. 24.
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        A Detroit-style pizza is showcased with brick cheese, Calabrian pepperoni, and basil.
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        New kitchen equipment is featured at the soon-to-open the Station Sports Bar in downtown Toledo on Aug. 24.
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        Behind the bar at the soon-to-open the Station Sport Bar in downtown Toledo on Aug. 24.
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        Owner Mike Stancati makes homemade dough at the Station in downtown Toledo.
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        New kitchen equipment is showcased at the soon-to-open the Station Sports Bar in downtown Toledo on Aug. 24.
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        Mike Stancati, owner, works at the soon-to-open the Station Sports Bar in downtown Toledo on Aug. 24.
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        A patio area and view are featured of the soon-to-open the Station Sports Bar in downtown Toledo on Aug. 24.
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        A patio area and view are featured of the soon-to-open the Station Sports Bar in downtown Toledo on Aug. 24.
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        The Yard, the beer garden space, is located next to the soon-to-open the Station Sports Bar in downtown Toledo on Aug. 24.
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        The location of the soon-to-open the Station Sports Bar is showcased in downtown Toledo on Aug. 24.
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        A patio area is showcased at the soon-to-open the Station Sports Bar in downtown Toledo on Aug. 24.
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        The patio area is featured at the soon-to-open the Station Sports Bar in downtown Toledo on Aug. 24.
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	<title>New concession items bring taste of Toledo to the Glass Bowl this fall</title>
	<link>https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/food/2026/09/03/new-specialty-concession-items-bring-a-taste-of-toledo-to-the-glass-bowl/stories/20260902003</link>
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	<pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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	<description>There’s a lot of new for University of Toledo football in 2026 — a new head coach, a revamped roster, and, for fans making their way to the Glass Bowl, a new menu. 
This season, the stadium will offer two new concession items that add a unique twist to a gameday staple, according to</description>
	
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        Chef Jonathan Torok makes a Blue and Bold hot dog on Aug. 21 at the University of Toledo.
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        Blue and Bold hot dog on Aug. 21 at the University of Toledo.
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        Chef Jonathan Torok makes a MACtion hot dog on Aug. 21 at the University of Toledo.
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        MACtion hot dog on Aug. 21 at the University of Toledo.
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	<title>Photo gallery: Perfecting Church Toledo&amp;#39;s annual Rib-Off</title>
	<link>https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/food/2026/08/30/photo-gallery-rib-off/stories/20260830112</link>
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	<pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2026 16:56:18 GMT</pubDate>
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	<description>Perfecting Church Toledo held its fourth annual Rib-Off Saturday.</description>
	
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        Campus Pastor Zachary Reed fries chicken during Perfecting Church Toledo's 4th annual Rib-Off at Perfecting Church Toledo in Toledo on Aug. 29.
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        Deacon Daiquairi Powell packages ribs for a customer during Perfecting Church Toledo's 4th annual Rib-Off at Perfecting Church Toledo in Toledo on Aug. 29.
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        2025 Rib-Off champion Maurice Morris takes his ribs off of the grill during Perfecting Church Toledo's 4th annual Rib-Off at Perfecting Church Toledo in Toledo on Aug. 29.
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        Campus Pastor Zachary Reed fries chicken during Perfecting Church Toledo's 4th annual Rib-Off at Perfecting Church Toledo in Toledo on Aug. 29.
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        Donald Duncan flips ribs on the grill during Perfecting Church Toledo's 4th annual Rib-Off at Perfecting Church Toledo in Toledo on Aug. 29.
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        Debbie Carrington, left, and Dean Smith put ribs on the grill during Perfecting Church Toledo's 4th annual Rib-Off at Perfecting Church Toledo in Toledo on Aug. 29.
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	<title>Sip and savor: Taste of Levis returns for its 3rd year</title>
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	<pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 11:19:38 GMT</pubDate>
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	<description>The Flying Joe has been a part of Taste of Levis since its inception.</description>
	
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        General manager Amanda Powell helps make smoothies and sandwiches at the newly opened Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Levis Commons on Aug. 17 in Perrysburg. The cafe will be part of Taste of Levis on Sept. 12.
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        General manager Amanda Powell helps make smoothies at the newly opened Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Levis Commons on Aug. 17 in Perrysburg.
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        General manager Amanda Powell said she’s eager for Taste of Levis to welcome more guests into the shop. The cafe opened to the public in May.
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        General manager Amanda Powell helps make flatbreads and wraps at the newly opened Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Levis Commons on Aug. 17 in Perrysburg.
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        General manager Amanda Powell helps make smoothies and sandwiches at the newly opened Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Levis Commons on Aug. 17 in Perrysburg.
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        People dine at Claude’s during Taste of Levis at Levis Commons in Perrysburg on Sept. 13.
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        Whipped Feta on Ciabatta at Claude’s during Taste of Levis at Levis Commons in Perrysburg on Sept. 13.
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        A sign for Taste of Levis at Barry Bagels during Taste of Levis at Levis Commons in Perrysburg on Sept. 13.
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        People dine at Claude’s during Taste of Levis at Levis Commons in Perrysburg on Sept. 13.
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        The Swipe Right taco at Agave and Rye during Taste of Levis at Levis Commons in Perrysburg on Sept. 13.
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	<title>Caffeine fix: Women-owned drink shop opens in Rossford</title>
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	<pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 17:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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	<description>Downtown Rossford just keeps on growing.</description>
	
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        <![CDATA[Sunlit Meadow, made with Fanta, pineapple, strawberry, coconut and cold foam, at Sage & Soda Inc. on July 31 in Rossford.]]>
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        <![CDATA[From left, Jamie Ireland and Valencia Kimbrell, owners of Sage & Soda Inc. on July 31 in Rossford.]]>
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        <![CDATA[Sage & Soda Inc. on July 31 in Rossford.]]>
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        <![CDATA[From left, Jamie Ireland and Valencia Kimbrell, owners of Sage & Soda Inc. on July 31 in Rossford.]]>
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        <![CDATA[Jailyn Price makes a drink at Sage & Soda Inc. on July 31 in Rossford.]]>
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        <![CDATA[From left, Jamie Ireland and Valencia Kimbrell, owners of Sage & Soda Inc. on July 31 in Rossford.]]>
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        <![CDATA[Jailyn Price makes a drink at Sage & Soda Inc. on July 31 in Rossford.]]>
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	<title>Savoring summer squash: Recipes with bountiful zucchini</title>
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	<pubDate>Sat, 15 Aug 2026 12:30:00 GMT</pubDate>
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	<description>If you grow zucchini or support local farms that do, you likely still have lots of summer squash to work with as the season comes to an end.&#160; 
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        Zucchini is in season at Shared Legacy Farms in Elmore, Ohio, through most of August.
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        Cheesy Garlic Zucchini Bites made with shredded squash, panko bread crumbs, and cheddar cheese July 30 in Toledo.
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        One Pot Lemon, Ricotta, and Zucchini Pasta comes together in under 30 minutes July 30 in Toledo.
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        Fresh zucchini at Shared Legacy Farms in Elmore, Ohio.
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        Cheesy Garlic Zucchini Bites are a healthier, less messy version of a fritter July 30 in Toledo.
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        One Pot Lemon, Ricotta, and Zucchini Pasta starts with an aromatic base of minced shallot and garlic July 30 in Toledo.
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	<title>Maddie Knows Best: Chili crisp and birthday gifts</title>
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	<pubDate>Sat, 08 Aug 2026 17:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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	<description>Is it important to chill cookie dough?</description>
	
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	<title>One year later: Perrysburg native thrives at Eleven Madison Park, 3-star Michelin restaurant</title>
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	<pubDate>Sat, 08 Aug 2026 12:53:16 GMT</pubDate>
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	<description>New York’s got nothing on Jake Hermann.</description>
	
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        Jake Hermann, second from left, with his mentor, Nick Walters, left, mother, Betsy Hermann, and brother Zak Hermann, right, while dining at Eleven Madison Park in Manhattan in the spring.
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        The dining room of Eleven Madison Park in Manhattan.
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        Jake Hermann started as a kitchen server at the three-Michelin star restaurant Eleven Madison Park toward the beginning of July in Manhattan.
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        In the last year working at Eleven Madison Park, Jake Hermann said he learned more about the science behind food.
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        Perrysburg native Jake Hermann made the move to Brooklyn in July, 2025, to join the team at Eleven Madison Park in Manhattan.
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        Soon after Jake Hermann started at Eleven Madison Park, the menu switched from exclusively vegan, which it’s been for four years, to a plant-based menu with select animal products to accompany certain dishes.
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        A glimpse of the interior of Eleven Madison Park in Manhattan.
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	<title>Meals with Maddie: Summer seltzer and berry cold foam with Queen Bee &amp;amp; Honey Coffee</title>
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	<pubDate>Sun, 02 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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	<description>A customer at Queen Bee &amp; Honey Coffee said its Garden Party seltzer inspired her to grow fresh summer berries so she can make the drink right at home.</description>
	
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        <![CDATA[Bree Wrozek, operating partner of Queen Bee & Honey Coffee, and Maddie Coppel, Blade food editor, stand together while holding a house made cold brew with berry cold foam, and a Garden Party seltzer inside Hoen’s Garden Center in Holland on July 23.]]>
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        <![CDATA[A house-made cold brew with berry cold foam and a Garden Party seltzer at Queen Bee & Honey Coffee in Holland on July 23.]]>
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        <![CDATA[A house-made cold brew with berry cold foam and a Garden Party seltzer at Queen Bee & Honey Coffee in Holland on July 23.]]>
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