http://www.toledoblade.com The Latest News from Toledoblade.com (v5) Fri, 15 May 2026 04:09:38 GMT en-us hourly 1 https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/food/2026/05/14/sweet-treat-season-blade-introduces-toledo-s-ice-cream-passport-ahead-of-summer/stories/20260514015 https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/food/2026/05/14/sweet-treat-season-blade-introduces-toledo-s-ice-cream-passport-ahead-of-summer/stories/20260514015#comments Thu, 14 May 2026 11:00:32 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/food/2026/05/14/sweet-treat-season-blade-introduces-toledo-s-ice-cream-passport-ahead-of-summer/stories/20260514015 Ice cream and warm weather pair together like no other. Owner Sara Lyke adds sprinkles to soft serve at Shivers Ice Cream in Toledo on May 5. Mr. G’s Barn in West Toledo. People look at the different ice cream flavors at Shivers Ice Cream in Toledo on May 5. Manager Margaret Ciminillo adds spoons to a customers order at Shivers Ice Cream in Toledo on May 5. Owner Sara Lyke makes a milkshake at Shivers Ice Cream in Toledo on May 5. Owner Sara Lyke hands a customer their ice cream at Shivers Ice Cream in Toledo on May 5. Amanda Lyke waits for the other order at Shivers Ice Cream in Toledo on May 5. Owner Sara Lyke makes a soft serve cone at Shivers Ice Cream in Toledo on May 5. Owner Sara Lyke makes a soft serve cup at Shivers Ice Cream in Toledo on May 5. Owner Sara Lyke adds adds caramel to ice cream at Shivers Ice Cream in Toledo on May 5. Owner Sara Lyke mixes ice cream at Shivers Ice Cream in Toledo on May 5. Owner Sara Lyke grabs coconut flakes for their Purple Box ice cream at Shivers Ice Cream in Toledo on May 5. Manager Margaret Ciminillo makes an ice cream at Shivers Ice Cream in Toledo on May 5. Owner Sara Lyke and her daughter Amanda pose for a photo at Shivers Ice Cream in Toledo on May 5. Owner Sara Lyke holds an ice cream with Fruity Pebbles at Shivers Ice Cream in Toledo on May 5. Owner Sara Lyke adds adds caramel to ice cream at Shivers Ice Cream in Toledo on May 5. Owner Sara Lyke pours chocolate on the Purple Box ice cream at Shivers Ice Cream in Toledo on May 5. Manager Margaret Ciminillo makes a blueberry and lemon ice cream at Shivers Ice Cream in Toledo on May 5. Jera Stewart serves 'the original' Superman ice cream at her shop Jera's Heavenly Sweet on May 5. Jera Stewart serves 'the original' Superman ice cream at her shop Jera's Heavenly Sweet on May 5. Jera Stewart serves 'the original' Superman ice cream at her shop Jera's Heavenly Sweet on May 5 in West Toledo. Jera Stewart serves 'the original' Superman ice cream at her shop Jera's Heavenly Sweet on May 5 in West Toledo. Jera Stewart serves 'the original' Superman ice cream at her shop Jera's Heavenly Sweet on May 5 in West Toledo. https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/food/2026/05/10/recipes-from-mom-memories-and-flavors-from-childhood-to-now/stories/20260424098 https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/food/2026/05/10/recipes-from-mom-memories-and-flavors-from-childhood-to-now/stories/20260424098#comments Sun, 10 May 2026 11:30:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/food/2026/05/10/recipes-from-mom-memories-and-flavors-from-childhood-to-now/stories/20260424098 When I came home from school, I always knew I’d have a ham and cheese sandwich with extra mayo waiting for me. Sautéed potatoes and onions, a recipe from my mom Lisa Coppel. Chicken Divan is a true comfort meal for The Blade's Maddie Coppel. Sautéed potatoes and onions Chicken Divan, a staple in the Coppel house. Chicken Divan with broccoli, plenty of cheese, and breadcrumbs. Coppel family photo from my dad's 70th birthday party in June, 2022. Maddie Coppel, left, Lisa Coppel, Steve Coppel, Chris Coppel, and Annette Coppel. My mom, Lisa Coppel, on Mother's Day a few years ago with a homemade cake made for the holiday. https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/food/2026/05/09/maddie-knows-shaping-sourdough-and-spring-dinner-parties/stories/20260510050 https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/food/2026/05/09/maddie-knows-shaping-sourdough-and-spring-dinner-parties/stories/20260510050#comments Sat, 09 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/food/2026/05/09/maddie-knows-shaping-sourdough-and-spring-dinner-parties/stories/20260510050 I can’t get my sourdough loaf to be completely smooth and round before proofing. Tips? https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/food/2026/05/07/local-restaurateurs-find-success-inspiration-with-mom/stories/20260507015 https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/food/2026/05/07/local-restaurateurs-find-success-inspiration-with-mom/stories/20260507015#comments Thu, 07 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/food/2026/05/07/local-restaurateurs-find-success-inspiration-with-mom/stories/20260507015 Being in restaurant kitchens came naturally to brothers Elias and Nasri Hajjar, who were raised behind the scenes at the Beirut, the beloved Lebanese restaurant in West Toledo. From left, Elias Hajjar, Karyn Hajjar and Nasri Hajjar at Stone Cut Bistro in Toledo on April 28. Open-faced chicken shawarma sandwich (marinated roasted chicken thigh served in pita loaded with tahini yogurt, pickled turnips, tomatoes, onions and rice) at Stone Cut Bistro in Toledo on April 28. Karyn Hajjar cooks chicken at Stone Cut Bistro in Toledo on April 28. Open-faced chicken shawarma sandwich (marinated roasted chicken thigh served in pita loaded with tahini yogurt, pickled turnips, tomatoes, onions and rice) at Stone Cut Bistro in Toledo on April 28. Karyn Hajjar plates an open-faced chicken shawarma sandwich (marinated roasted chicken thigh served in pita loaded with tahini yogurt, pickled turnips, tomatoes, onions and rice) at Stone Cut Bistro in Toledo on April 28. Karyn Hajjar plates an open-faced chicken shawarma sandwich (marinated roasted chicken thigh served in pita loaded with tahini yogurt, pickled turnips, tomatoes, onions and rice) at Stone Cut Bistro in Toledo on April 28. Karyn Hajjar cooks chicken at Stone Cut Bistro in Toledo on April 28. Open-faced chicken shawarma sandwich (marinated roasted chicken thigh served in pita loaded with tahini yogurt, pickled turnips, tomatoes, onions and rice) at Stone Cut Bistro in Toledo on April 28. Karyn Hajjar plates an open-faced chicken shawarma sandwich (marinated roasted chicken thigh served in pita loaded with tahini yogurt, pickled turnips, tomatoes, onions and rice) at Stone Cut Bistro in Toledo on April 28. Karyn Hajjar shows a finished open-faced chicken shawarma sandwich (marinated roasted chicken thigh served in pita loaded with tahini yogurt, pickled turnips, tomatoes, onions and rice) at Stone Cut Bistro in Toledo on April 28. From left, Nasri Hajjar, Karyn Hajjar and Elias Hajjar at Stone Cut Bistro in Toledo oon April 28. Vickie Rapp, left, and Chef Erika Rapp, the mother-daughter team behind Registry Bistro in downtown Toledo. https://www.toledoblade.com/meals-with-maddie/2026/05/03/meals-with-maddie-the-key-to-making-cuban-style-sofrito/stories/20260503007 https://www.toledoblade.com/meals-with-maddie/2026/05/03/meals-with-maddie-the-key-to-making-cuban-style-sofrito/stories/20260503007#comments Sun, 03 May 2026 14:00:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/meals-with-maddie/2026/05/03/meals-with-maddie-the-key-to-making-cuban-style-sofrito/stories/20260503007 Veronica Reynaga learned to make sofrito from her Cuban grandmother. Cuban-style sofrito, made by culinary artist Veronica Reynaga of Nana’s Kitchen, inside the Sofia Quintero Art and Cultural Center in Toledo. Cuban-style sofrito, made by culinary artist Veronica Reynaga of Nana’s Kitchen, inside the Sofia Quintero Art and CulturalCenter in Toledo. Arroz con pollo cooked in a Cuban-style sofrito, made by culinary artist Veronica Reynaga of Nana’s Kitchen, inside the Sofia Quintero Art and Cultural Center in Toledo. Maddie Coppel, Blade food editor, stands with Veronica Reynaga, culinary artist at Nana’s Kitchen, after making a Cuban-style sofrito inside the Sofia Quintero Art and Culture Center in Toledo. https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/food/2026/05/02/toledo-chefs-and-restaurant-professionals-sharpen-skills-outside-kitchen/stories/20260503004 https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/food/2026/05/02/toledo-chefs-and-restaurant-professionals-sharpen-skills-outside-kitchen/stories/20260503004#comments Sat, 02 May 2026 15:00:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/food/2026/05/02/toledo-chefs-and-restaurant-professionals-sharpen-skills-outside-kitchen/stories/20260503004 Toledo Chef Clinton Stanton got into reading around three years ago, and since then he hasn’t looked back. Toledo Country Club Executive Chef Clinton Stanton with his book collection April 13 at the Toledo Country Club in Toledo. Books in Toledo Country Club Executive Chef Clinton Stanton’s collection April 13 at the Toledo Country Club in Toledo. Jeff Dinnebeil and Megan Lingsweiler, co-owners of the Standard. Toledo Country Club Executive Chef Clinton Stanton with his book collection April 13 at the Toledo Country Club in Toledo. Books in Toledo Country Club Executive Chef Clinton Stanton’s collection April 13 at the Toledo Country Club in Toledo. Books in Toledo Country Club Executive Chef Clinton Stanton’s collection April 13 at the Toledo Country Club in Toledo. Books in Toledo Country Club Executive Chef Clinton Stanton’s collection April 13 at the Toledo Country Club in Toledo. https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/food/2026/04/25/season-of-asparagus-education-and-recipes-from-shared-legacy-farms/stories/20260426007 https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/food/2026/04/25/season-of-asparagus-education-and-recipes-from-shared-legacy-farms/stories/20260426007#comments Sat, 25 Apr 2026 10:54:19 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/food/2026/04/25/season-of-asparagus-education-and-recipes-from-shared-legacy-farms/stories/20260426007 For farmer Kurt and Corinna Bench of Shared Legacy Farms in Elmore, Ohio, asparagus is typically the first crop to pop out of the ground. Asparagus and White Bean Salad with Feta and Lemon Dressing on April 14 in Toledo. Asparagus and White Bean Salad with Feta and Lemon Dressing on April 14 in Toledo. Asparagus with Fried Eggs and Parmesan on April 14 in Toledo. Asparagus with Fried Eggs and Parmesan on April 14 in Toledo. Asparagus with Fried Eggs and Parmesan on April 14 in Toledo. Farmer Kurt Bench bundling asparagus at the farm. Harvested asparagus at Shared Legacy Farms. Bundled asparagus from last season at Shared Legacy Farms in Elmore, Ohio. https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/food/2026/04/18/flavors-from-home-european-style-pastries-are-the-heart-of-the-lunara-bakery/stories/20260419006 https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/food/2026/04/18/flavors-from-home-european-style-pastries-are-the-heart-of-the-lunara-bakery/stories/20260419006#comments Sat, 18 Apr 2026 11:06:58 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/food/2026/04/18/flavors-from-home-european-style-pastries-are-the-heart-of-the-lunara-bakery/stories/20260419006 After Lucy Essi moved to Toledo around six years ago, she knew she wanted to start a home bakery. Cardamom buns made by Lucy Essi, owner of Lunara Bakery. A box of baked goods consists of cardamom buns, danishes, doughnuts, and croissants from Lunara Bakery, a Toledo-based micro-bakery. A box of baked goods are from Lunara Bakery, a Toledo-based micro baker. Lucy Essi, owner of Lunara Bakery, stands holding a box of her baked goods in downtown Toledo on March 26. Lucy Essi, owner of Lunara Bakery, a micro-bakery, holds a box of her baked goods consisting of cardamom buns, danishes, doughnuts, and croissants. Lucy Essi, owner of Lunara Bakery, stands holding a box of her baked goods. https://www.toledoblade.com/meals-with-maddie/2026/04/12/meals-with-maddie-making-bread-pudding-at-the-original-sub-shop-deli/stories/20260412049 https://www.toledoblade.com/meals-with-maddie/2026/04/12/meals-with-maddie-making-bread-pudding-at-the-original-sub-shop-deli/stories/20260412049#comments Sun, 12 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/meals-with-maddie/2026/04/12/meals-with-maddie-making-bread-pudding-at-the-original-sub-shop-deli/stories/20260412049 Ever since Maureen Brogan became owner of the Original Sub Shop & Deli over a decade ago, bread pudding became a part of its menu. House-made bread pudding dessert in the Original Sub Shop in Toledo on April 1. Maddie Coppel, Blade food editor, and Maureen Brogan, Original Sub Shop owner, stand together holding a plum butter bread pudding dessert in the Original Sub Shop in Toledo on April 1. https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/food/2026/04/11/culinary-historian-living-italy-native-releases-third-book/stories/20260412015 https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/food/2026/04/11/culinary-historian-living-italy-native-releases-third-book/stories/20260412015#comments Sat, 11 Apr 2026 11:35:32 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/food/2026/04/11/culinary-historian-living-italy-native-releases-third-book/stories/20260412015 Karima Moyer-Nocchi has lived in the Umbria region of central Italy for 35 years. Karima Moyer-Nocchi sits in the Italian countryside. Karima Moyer-Nocchi's latest book, 'The Epic History of Macaroni and Cheese,' was published in February. Karima Moyer-Nocchi sits in the Italian countryside. Karima Moyer-Nocchi at the Museum of Food and Drink for her recent book signing in Brooklyn, N.Y. Karima Moyer-Nocchi works in her library. Karima Moyer-Nocchi sits in the Italian countryside. Toledo native Karima Moyer-Nocchi, left, and Cynthia Bunch, chef and owner of Cynthia's Catering in Toledo, together in Italy. Cover of Karima Moyer-Nocchi's first book, 'Chewing the Fat,' which was released in 2015. https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/food/2026/04/04/maddie-knows-best-resting-meat-and-diabetic-friendly-treats/stories/20260405046 https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/food/2026/04/04/maddie-knows-best-resting-meat-and-diabetic-friendly-treats/stories/20260405046#comments Sat, 04 Apr 2026 14:00:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/food/2026/04/04/maddie-knows-best-resting-meat-and-diabetic-friendly-treats/stories/20260405046 I see recipes calling for "resting" meat after cooking. Is that really necessary or can I just cut into it? https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/food/2026/04/03/more-with-matcha-desserts-using-the-green-tea-powder/stories/20260405006 https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/food/2026/04/03/more-with-matcha-desserts-using-the-green-tea-powder/stories/20260405006#comments Fri, 03 Apr 2026 15:03:04 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/food/2026/04/03/more-with-matcha-desserts-using-the-green-tea-powder/stories/20260405006 Ro and Bree Wrozek of Queen Bee & Honey Coffee in Holland pride themselves in sourcing clean, organic matcha for the drinks served at the shop. Veronica Valera makes decorates a cake with matcha buttercream in her home in Sylvania on March 19. Veronica Valera makes matcha buttercream in her home in Sylvania. Veronica Valera makes matcha buttercream. Veronica Valera decorates a cake with matcha buttercream. Veronica Valera poses for a photo with her chocolate cake with matcha buttercream in her home in Sylvania. Veronica Valera’s chocolate cake with matcha buttercream. Matcha brownies prepared by Blade food editor Maddie Coppel at her apartment in Toledo on March 24. Veronica Valera dusts cake with matcha powder in her home in Sylvania. Matcha Oat Dark Chocolate Chip Cookies prepared by Blade food editor Maddie Coppel. Matcha brownies prepared by Blade food editor Maddie Coppel. Matcha Oat Dark Chocolate Chip Cookies prepared by Blade food editor Maddie Coppel. Matcha brownies prepared by Blade food editor Maddie Coppel. Matcha Oat Dark Chocolate Chip Cookies prepared by Blade food editor Maddie Coppel. https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/food/2026/04/02/fifth-third-field-welcomes-new-menu-items-for-mud-hens-season/stories/20260402009 https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/food/2026/04/02/fifth-third-field-welcomes-new-menu-items-for-mud-hens-season/stories/20260402009#comments Thu, 02 Apr 2026 11:58:12 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/food/2026/04/02/fifth-third-field-welcomes-new-menu-items-for-mud-hens-season/stories/20260402009 There was a time when you could only find popcorn, peanuts, and hot dogs at baseball games. Loaded fries with Root's shredded chicken are on the menu. Season ticket holders and invitees line up to taste the Toledo Mud Hens new concession offerings for the upcoming season at Fifth Third Field on March 19. Rodney Hough was thrilled to get an invite to sample the Toledo Mud Hens new concession offerings for the upcoming season at Fifth Third Field on March 19. Garden veggie burgers are on the menu as part of the Toledo Mud Hens new concession offerings. Bill Bradford, of Monclova, enjoys garlic knots as part of the Toledo Mud Hens new concession offerings. Andouille sausage Po'boys are on the menu. Hot honey chicken tenders and fries are on the menu. Sky Cornwell, 5, of Toledo, carries her loaded dessert waffle and Mud Hens tote bag as part of the Toledo Mud Hens new concession offerings for the upcoming season at Fifth Third Field. Mud Hens mascots high-five fans at the sampling event on March 19. Fans enjoy the scene for the Toledo Mud Hens new concession offerings for the upcoming season. Fans wore MLB gear as part of the Toledo Mud Hens new concession offerings for the upcoming season at Fifth Third Field on March 19. Fans enjoy the scene with Muddy and Muddonna. Ron Market, of Genoa, serves himself garlic knots. https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/food/2026/03/27/tasting-tour-best-bites-downtown-toledo-returns-for-its-second-year/stories/20260329020 https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/food/2026/03/27/tasting-tour-best-bites-downtown-toledo-returns-for-its-second-year/stories/20260329020#comments Fri, 27 Mar 2026 12:29:48 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/food/2026/03/27/tasting-tour-best-bites-downtown-toledo-returns-for-its-second-year/stories/20260329020 Best Bites Downtown Toledo is essentially a grazing experience on foot, allowing guests to try restaurant offerings from one location to another. An elote cup and house margarita at Migos in downtown Toledo on March 20. Dawn and Bruce Simmet make their first stop at PizzaPapalis during The Blade's Best Bites in downtown Toledo on April 19, 2025. Pizza available at PizzaPapalis during The Blade's Best Bites in downtown Toledo on April 19, 2025. Qualin Harris, left, gets a drink from server Kat Crowder at PizzaPapalis during The Blade's Best Bites in downtown Toledo on April 19, 2025. The interior of The Mez event space in downtown Toledo on March 20. Dani Bucher, The Mez's general manager and lead design specialist, stands inside her event venue in downtown Toledo on March 20. The interior of The Mez event space in downtown Toledo on March 20. Dani Bucher, The Mez's general manager and lead design specialist, stands inside her event space in downtown Toledo on March 20. An espresso martini inside The Mez event venue in downtown Toledo on March 20. Aaron Campos, Magnolia general manager, makes an espresso martini inside The Mez event venue in downtown Toledo on March 20. Swanky Scoops ice cream, Mint Stracciatella and Breakfast in Bed, inside The Mez event venue, in downtown Toledo on March 20. Swanky Scoops ice cream inside The Mez event venue, in downtown Toledo on March 20. An espresso martini inside The Mez event venue in downtown Toledo on March 20. Alissa Vieira, owner of Swanky Scoops, scoops Breakfast in Bed ice cream inside The Mez event venue, in downtown Toledo on March 20. An elote cup and house margarita at Migos in downtown Toledo on March 20. Sergio Rios, Migos owner, stands inside his restaurant in downtown Toledo on March 20. The interior of Migos in downtown Toledo on March 20. An elote cup and house margarita at Migos in downtown Toledo on March 20. https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/food/2026/03/20/march-madness-morsels-bites-to-make-for-your-watch-parties/stories/20260322012 https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/food/2026/03/20/march-madness-morsels-bites-to-make-for-your-watch-parties/stories/20260322012#comments Fri, 20 Mar 2026 12:45:18 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/food/2026/03/20/march-madness-morsels-bites-to-make-for-your-watch-parties/stories/20260322012 As March Madness continues, what’s arguably just as important as who wins is the food served at game day parties. Baked buffalo cauliflower dipped into a creamy ranch dressing on March 10.. Buffalo cauliflower prepared by Blade food editor Maddie Coppel at her apartment in Toledo on March 10. Bryan Blair, athletic director at the University of Toledo, shows Blade Food Editor Maddie Coppel how make ribs for the July edition of Meals With Maddie on June 19, 2024. Bryan Blair, athletic director at the University of Toledo, shows Blade Food Editor Maddie Coppel how make ribs for the July edition of Meals With Maddie on June 19, 2024. Party ribs prepared by Blade food editor Maddie Coppel at her apartment in Toledo on March 10. Mini potato skins topped with sour cream, green onions, and bacon bits on March 10.. Buffalo cauliflower prepared by Blade food editor Maddie Coppel at her apartment in Toledo on March 10. Party ribs, a recipe from Bryan Blair, are individually sliced before cooking, making it a faster and even more flavorful way to make ribs. Buffalo cauliflower prepared by Blade food editor Maddie Coppel at her apartment in Toledo on March 10. Mini potato skins prepared by Blade food editor Maddie Coppel at her apartment in Toledo on March 10. https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/food/2026/03/14/st-patrick-s-day-manhattan-s-corned-beef-status/stories/20260315027 https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/food/2026/03/14/st-patrick-s-day-manhattan-s-corned-beef-status/stories/20260315027#comments Sat, 14 Mar 2026 11:13:12 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/food/2026/03/14/st-patrick-s-day-manhattan-s-corned-beef-status/stories/20260315027 In preparation for St. Patrick’s Day, Zach Lahey orders 700 pounds of corned beef to serve at his restaurant. Zach Lahey, owner, holds a Jiggs dinner plate at Manhattan's Pub 'n Cheer in Toledo on Feb. 27. Some St. Patrick’s decorations are seen at Manhattan's Pub 'n Cheer in Toledo on Feb. 27. Zach Lahey, owner, holds a Jiggs dinner plate at Manhattan's Pub 'n Cheer in Toledo on Feb. 27. Zach Lahey, owner, speaks in an interview about the significance of St. Patrick’s Day to him and his family at Manhattan's Pub 'n Cheer in Toledo on Feb. 27. A Jiggs dinner plate at Manhattan's Pub 'n Cheer in Toledo on Feb. 27. A Jiggs dinner plate at Manhattan's Pub 'n Cheer in Toledo on Feb. 27. A tree made of Jameson Irish Whisky bottles in the corner at Manhattan's Pub 'n Cheer in Toledo on Feb. 27. Manhattan's Pub 'n Cheer in Toledo on Feb. 27. A Jiggs dinner plate at Manhattan's Pub 'n Cheer in Toledo on Feb. 27. Zach Lahey, owner, speaks in an interview about the significance of St. Patrick’s Day to him and his family at Manhattan's Pub 'n Cheer in Toledo on Feb. 27. Marty Lahey, owner, decked our in St. Patrick's Day gear at Manhattan’s Pub 'n Cheer. Each year, Marty makes Irish Coffees at the restaurant to celebrate the holiday. Daniel Compora, professor in the Department of English Language and Literature at the University of Toledo. https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/food/2026/03/07/maddie-knows-best-how-to-get-over-the-egg-ick/stories/20260308028 https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/food/2026/03/07/maddie-knows-best-how-to-get-over-the-egg-ick/stories/20260308028#comments Sat, 07 Mar 2026 12:30:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/food/2026/03/07/maddie-knows-best-how-to-get-over-the-egg-ick/stories/20260308028 Some of my spices have to be a couple years old or more. Do seasonings ever go bad? https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/food/2026/03/06/tasting-toledo-food-influencer-showcases-the-local-food-scene/stories/20260226102 https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/food/2026/03/06/tasting-toledo-food-influencer-showcases-the-local-food-scene/stories/20260226102#comments Fri, 06 Mar 2026 13:51:52 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/food/2026/03/06/tasting-toledo-food-influencer-showcases-the-local-food-scene/stories/20260226102 What started as a search for the best smashburger in the area turned into a review of all kinds of restaurants for Michelle Duni. Michelle Duni puts on lipstick before filming a restaurant review at Taqueria El Gallo de Oro for her “She’s Eating It” vlog in Toledo on Feb. 25. Michelle Duni shows off her drinks while filming a restaurant review at Taqueria El Gallo de Oro for her “She’s Eating It” vlog in Toledo on Feb. 25. The birria torta sits on a plate as Michelle Duni films a restaurant review at Taqueria El Gallo de Oro for her “She’s Eating It” vlog in Toledo on Feb. 25. Michelle Duni shows the cross section of the birria torta while filming a restaurant review at Taqueria El Gallo de Oro for her “She’s Eating It” vlog in Toledo on Feb. 25. Michelle Duni gets ready to taste the food as she films a restaurant review at Taqueria El Gallo de Oro for her “She’s Eating It” vlog in Toledo on Feb. 25. Michelle Duni shows how she edits her videos while filming a restaurant review at Taqueria El Gallo de Oro for her “She’s Eating It” vlog in Toledo on Feb. 25. Michelle Duni records a shot of her food as she makes a restaurant review at Taqueria El Gallo de Oro for her “She’s Eating It” vlog in Toledo on Feb. 25. Michelle Duni receives her caldo de res from owner Martha Villegas while filming a restaurant review at Taqueria El Gallo de Oro for her “She’s Eating It” vlog in Toledo on Feb. 25. Michelle Duni talks about the food she ordered while filming a restaurant review at Taqueria El Gallo de Oro for her “She’s Eating It” vlog in Toledo on Feb. 25. Michelle Duni films the cheese pull on the birria torta while filming a restaurant review at Taqueria El Gallo de Oro for her “She’s Eating It” vlog in Toledo on Feb. 25. Michelle Duni shows one of her meals to the camera while filming a restaurant review at Taqueria El Gallo de Oro for her “She’s Eating It” vlog in Toledo on Feb. 25. Michelle Duni talks about the food she ordered while filming a restaurant review at Taqueria El Gallo de Oro for her “She’s Eating It” vlog in Toledo on Feb. 25. Michelle Duni tries one of the dishes while filming a restaurant review at Taqueria El Gallo de Oro for her “She’s Eating It” vlog in Toledo on Feb. 25. Michelle Duni talks about the food she ordered while filming a restaurant review at Taqueria El Gallo de Oro for her “She’s Eating It” vlog in Toledo on Feb. 25. Michelle Duni adds sauce to a taco while filming a restaurant review at Taqueria El Gallo de Oro for her “She’s Eating It” vlog in Toledo on Feb. 25. Michelle Duni adds sauce to a taco while filming a restaurant review at Taqueria El Gallo de Oro for her “She’s Eating It” vlog in Toledo on Feb. 25. Michelle Duni talks about the food she ordered while filming a restaurant review at Taqueria El Gallo de Oro for her “She’s Eating It” vlog in Toledo on Feb. 25. Michelle Duni talks about the food she ordered while filming a restaurant review at Taqueria El Gallo de Oro for her “She’s Eating It” vlog in Toledo on Feb. 25. Michelle Duni tries the caldo de res while filming a restaurant review at Taqueria El Gallo de Oro for her “She’s Eating It” vlog in Toledo on Feb. 25. Michelle Duni reacts to trying a dish while filming a restaurant review at Taqueria El Gallo de Oro for her “She’s Eating It” vlog in Toledo on Feb. 25. https://www.toledoblade.com/meals-with-maddie/2026/03/01/meals-with-maddie-dollop-shop-shares-almond-croissant-secrets/stories/20260301024 https://www.toledoblade.com/meals-with-maddie/2026/03/01/meals-with-maddie-dollop-shop-shares-almond-croissant-secrets/stories/20260301024#comments Fri, 27 Feb 2026 13:30:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/meals-with-maddie/2026/03/01/meals-with-maddie-dollop-shop-shares-almond-croissant-secrets/stories/20260301024 Flaky croissants, a nutty filling, and toasted almonds are the stars of this month’s episode of Meals with Maddie. Maddie Coppel, Blade food editor, and Claire Cameron-Ruetz, Dollop Shop co-owner, stand together after making Almond Croissants at the West Toledo bakery on Feb. 19. Almond Croissants prepared by Maddie Coppel, Blade food editor, and Claire Cameron-Ruetz, Dollop Shop co-owner. https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/food/2026/02/28/newcomers-old-favorites-highlight-restaurant-week-toledo-menu/stories/20260301003 https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/food/2026/02/28/newcomers-old-favorites-highlight-restaurant-week-toledo-menu/stories/20260301003#comments Sat, 28 Feb 2026 12:45:15 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/a-e/food/2026/02/28/newcomers-old-favorites-highlight-restaurant-week-toledo-menu/stories/20260301003 Marcel’s, a newcomer on Sylvania Avenue, is getting its first taste of Restaurant Week Toledo — and owners say the event is as much about community as it is about cuisine. Owners Marcel Hesseling and Amanda Maag serve up elevated farm-to-table midwest classics with Dutch countryside cuisine inlfuence at their Saxon Square restaurant on Feb. 23 in Sylvania. Marcel's owners Marcel Hesseling and Amanda Maag serve up elevated farm-to-table midwest classics with Dutch countryside cuisine inlfuence for Toledo's Restaurant Week at their Saxon Square restaurant. A Sidon's mini mixed grille entree at Sidon Lebanese Grille and Bakery. Marcel's serves homemade garlicky, creamy stuffed mushrooms in its Saxon Square restaurant. Stone fire pita bread at Sidon Lebanese Grille and Bakery. Hommus at Sidon Lebanese Grille and Bakery. Marcel's co-owner, G.M. Amanda Maag serves wine to accompany the elevated farm-to-table midwest classics with Dutch countryside cuisine inlfuence at their Saxon Square restaurant. Bahaa Hariri, left, and Nadine Hariri, co-owners, at Sidon Lebanese Grille and Bakery. Sidon Lebanese Grille and Bakery. Stone fire pita bread is cooked at Sidon Lebanese Grille and Bakery. Mason Sproul, kitchen manager, makes kabobs at Sidon Lebanese Grille and Bakery. Kabobs cook at Sidon Lebanese Grille and Bakery. Imad Akl, baker, makes pita bread at Sidon Lebanese Grille and Bakery. Kunafe with ashta at Sidon Lebanese Grille and Bakery. Marcel's chef-owner Marcel Hesseling lived the first half of his life in The Netherlands. His restraurant Marcel's has his home coordinates above the door at the Saxon Square restaurant. Imad Akl, baker, makes pita bread at Sidon Lebanese Grille and Bakery. Owners Marcel Hesseling and Amanda Maag serve pastured raised beef in their homemade meatloaf at Marcel's serving elevated farm-to-table midwest classics with Dutch countryside cuisine inlfuence at their Saxon Square restaurant. Fattoush with chicken shawarma at Sidon Lebanese Grille and Bakery. A Sidon's mini mixed grill entree at Sidon Lebanese Grille and Bakery. Addie Ward hands out samples of Crust Pizzeria.