Julia Lombardo

2 weeks ago | clevelandmagazine.com | Julia Lombardo

Every April, National Poetry Month is a reminder to give greater attention and appreciation to poems — the short, compact writing that keeps the world of literature spinning. While typically short in format, Cleveland’s place in the poetry world stands tall, with working poets consistently penning notable pieces and collections. A few Northeast Ohio-based poets weigh in on other local authors’ poems and poetry collections worth celebrating every day.

2 weeks ago | clevelandmagazine.com | Julia Lombardo

A lakefront Lakewood home is a passion project 10 years in the making. When homeowner and Citiroc Real Estate Company listing agent Jim Gountis bought the house, located at 17810 Lake Road, in 2015, he remarked that the 1923 residence hadn’t been updated since the ‘90s. So he sought a tasteful renovation that would fuse modern amenities with historical charm and curb appeal on the exterior. The result is a 7,727-square-foot masterpiece with a market price of $3,590,000.

2 weeks ago | clevelandmagazine.com | Julia Lombardo

Ever since Kimberly and Jimmy Gibson met in 2007 as chefs at Moxie, both food and local culture have been integral to their relationship. Together, they opened Hungry Bee Catery in 2011, which will soon be one of the nine businesses headquartered at The Hive and Honey Hill, two multi-experiential event centers opening in Chagrin Falls in early 2026. For Kimberly, a Chagrin Valley native and the daughter of a beekeeper, the value of farm-fresh goods was always apparent.

3 weeks ago | clevelandmagazine.com | Julia Lombardo

Buses, trucks, trailers and vans are convenient vessels for tiny homes, party spaces and now — more than ever — mobile businesses. With the dynamic landscape of makers' markets and local business-centered events in Northeast Ohio, being on the go is the way to go. Keep an eye out for these mobile retailers next time you’re shopping around the city.

1 month ago | clevelandmagazine.com | Julia Lombardo

Nothing warms the heart quite like a bowl of macaroni and cheese. Now, imagine having 15 in one sitting. That’s the idea at Mac 'n' Cheese Throwdown, benefitting Working Animals Giving Service for Kids ( W.A.G.S. 4 Kids). On March 1 at The Madison in Cleveland, a group of restaurants, food trucks and bars across Northeast Ohio — with cuisine styles ranging from European, Asian and Latin American — vied for the title of champion.