Beanhead Brothers ‘was a no-brainer’ for lifelong friends
by Noor Hindi For Derek “Tricky” Fromby, opening The Beanhead Brothers “was a no-brainer.” For 15 years, Fromby...
Small Businesses
The Tea Dude ‘plays in the kitchen’ to create bold new flavors
Reporting and writing by Michael Roberts This is a story about a dude named Chris. Chris is a...
Restaurant industry veterans launch Divine Food, Spirits, Wine in Cuyahoga Falls
Reporting, writing and photos by Emily Anderson Anyone who has worked in a restaurant here in Akron knows...
Leaf. expands home goods business to Market Street
Reporting and writing by Laura Lakins Leaf., formerly known as Every Blooming Thing, opened their new storefront at...
Akronite app is here to stay after generating over $200,000 in local business sales, city says
Reporting, writing and photo by Abbey Marshall What began as a swift response to local businesses’ dwindling sales...
Eat Speak Love’s subscription boxes offer Akronites rotating products from local businesses
by Abbey Marshall Tiffany Roper is wrapping Akron small business up in a box. She initially intended to...
Yvonne’s Arts and Sweets: Practicing self-care through baking and painting
Reporting and writing by Brynne Olsen Yvonne Chappell, owner of Yvonne’s Arts and Sweets, is baking her way...
ThaiSoul Fusion Grill: Creative cuisine made with love
Reporting, writing, and photos by Brynne Olsen Meeting on a blind date when they were 15 years old,...
Homebrew shop Grape and Granary stays busy during the pandemic
Reporting, writing and photos by Emily Anderson The shop at 915 Home Avenue has been a fixture in...
Neighborhood tavern quietly celebrates 30 years
Reporting, writing and photos by Emily Anderson It was 1990 when Chuck and Helen James, along with their...
Crafted Meadery offers contemporary brews, home delivery
Reporting, writing and photos by Ken Evans There is no doubt that beer is king in Akron. But,...
New “NoTique” to feature North Hill vendors showcasing cultures and products
Reporting, writing and photos by Abbey Marshall Sima Arshadi recalls the days growing up in Tehran that she...
Akron Brow Bar opens in Highland Square
Reporting, writing and photos by Ilenia Pezzaniti For the last decade, Samantha Ballard has been traversing the cosmetology...
Upcycled clothing company Sailor Doom Apparel is on a mission to fight fast fashion
In the name of the moon, say no to fast fashion Reporting and writing by Jillian Holness Every...
Lady Renea Woods-Bayor invites you to tea
Reporting and writing by Brynne Olsen Would you love to host your next special event in an elegant...