DineDrinkCLE: The Podcast

In the 54th episode of DineDrinkCLE: The Podcast, Alex Darus and Josh Duke talk with Marc Bona about Edwins restaurant moving from Shaker Square to the Nighttown space. Alex spotlights the Lebanese flavors of Terranean Herbs & Spices: Spreads & Snacks, celebrating 5 years in Cleveland, and Peter Chakerian joins to discuss the Best of Cleveland search for Northeast Ohio's best steak.

On the 54th episode of DineDrinkCLE: The Podcast, hosts Alex Darus and Josh Duke are joined by Marc Bona to discuss the closing of Melt Bar & Grilled. Then Paris joins to dig into some of the new and exciting restaurants and bars coming in 2025 before diving into Dry January recommendations.

In our 52nd and final episode of the year, we’re bringing you a laugh-filled look at the funniest behind-the-scenes bloopers from our first year of DineDrinkCLE: The Podcast! Join us as we close out the year with a smile, and we’ll see you back on January 10th. 

In the 51st episode of DineDrinkCLE: The Podcast, host Josh Duke is joined by Paris Wolfe to explore top shopping markets and gift ideas perfect for food enthusiasts this holiday season. Next, Peter Chakerian steps in to highlight the 'Best of Cleveland' quest to find the best bakeries in Greater Cleveland for holiday cookies. Finally, Marc Bona shares his expert recommendations on holiday ales an...

On the 50th episode of DineDrinkCLE: The Podcast, host Josh Duke is joined by Marc Bona to discuss the opening of Royal Docks Brewing Co. in Hingetown, Richfield Brewing Co. in the Summit County village of Richfield, and the sale of Ohio Brewing Co. Then, Paris Wolfe joins to talk about the launch of Fossil Creek Wine in Madison, Ohio, and the Jacobson brothers’ journey from growing Riesling grape...

In Episode 49 of DineDrinkCLE: The Podcast, Alex Darus and Josh Duke sit down with Paris Wolfe get cheery over this season’s exciting holiday pop-up bars. Then, the three explore the ins and outs of restaurant rating systems, and discuss why Cleveland lacks Michelin-starred restaurants. To cap it off, Paris and Alex reflect on their “Spirited Women” series which had the pair visiting Northeast Ohi...

In Episode 48 of DineDrinkCLE: The Podcast, Alex Darus and Josh Duke chat with Marc Bona and Paris Wolfe about W Sports Bar, a women-owned spot coming soon with ties to Brewnuts. They also cover West Side Market updates and holiday plans, and lastly, Abundance Culinary's expansion and Chef Liu Fang's rising fame.

In Episode 47 of DineDrinkCLE: The Podcast, hosts Alex Darus and Josh Duke are joined by guests Paris Wolfe and Peter Chakerian to discuss the benefits of pasture-raised turkeys for Thanksgiving, a new local holiday called "Mealsgiving" aimed at sharing food with the community, and Ohio's beloved chocolate and peanut butter treat, buckeyes.

In Episode 46 of DineDrinkCLE: The Podcast, Alex Darus is joined by Paris Wolfe to talk about the 120th anniversary of Orlando Baking Co. in Cleveland. The two also chat about the Best Of team's hunt for the best bakery in Cleveland that offers holiday cookies as we head into the Christmas season. Finally, they discuss The Grocery, a new food-centric shop at City Goods in Ohio City.

In Episode 45 of DineDrinkCLE: The Podcast, Alex Darus and Josh Duke welcome Marc Bona to discuss Urban Meyer’s Pint House, soon to open in a prime Cleveland spot. The hosts then highlight Greater Cleveland’s best Thanksgiving takeout options and wrap up with Hartzler Family Dairy's new boozy eggnog.

In Episode 44 of DineDrinkCLE: The Podcast, hosts Alex Darus and Josh Duke chat with Marc Bona about Kiln, a new American bistro by chef Doug Katz opening in Shaker Heights. Peter Cherian joins to discuss some Classic CLE Eats, including some very sweet treats. Alex and Josh also unpack Flight Social and La Pecora, two new Cleveland restaurants, and announce that they will be hosting Grog Shop's b...

In Episode 43 of DineDrinkCLE: The Podcast, host Alex Darus chats with Marc Bona about Akronym Brewing closing its doors and the new production and tasting facility for Cleveland Whiskey in The Flats. Marc also chats about Cleveland breweries winning big at the Great American Beer Festival this year. Finally, Peter Chakerian stops by the show to talk about the cleveland.com Best Of team's hunt for...

In Episode 42 of DineDrinkCLE: The Podcast, hosts Josh Duke and Alex Darus chat with Paris Wolfe about a themed murder mystery dinner by the Secret Supper Club. They also discuss Lopez in Chagrin Falls' move to a new location, coinciding with Day of the Dead celebrations, and Alex shares what she's learned about microgreens and where to find them in Northeast Ohio.

In Episode 41 of DineDrinkCLE: The Podcast, hosts Josh Duke and Alex Darus are joined by Paris Wolfe to explore the region's best farm markets. They discuss the rebrand of Paloma in Shaker Heights and introduce Cleveland’s new French brasserie, La Ville Lumière. Later, the hosts recap the Little Italy Meatball Crawl, and Peter Chakerian stops by to talk Franklin Castle Pumpkin Spice Ale and whethe...

In episode 40 of DineDrinkCLE: The Podcast, hosts Josh Duke and Alex Darus are joined by Paris Wolfe to explore the new menu at Lakewood's Rood Food & Pie. Josh and Alex also share updates on Pulpo Beer Company in Willoughby, which is closing, and Brewella’s in Lakewood, which is expanding.

In episode 39 of DineDrinkCLE: The Podcast, hosts Josh Duke and Alex Darus talk about the annual Cleveland Pickle Fest event this weekend. Plus, Marc Bona discusses menu changes and renovations at Melt Bar and Grilled before Paris Wolfe stops by to chat about three new restaurants – Masa & Agave, Coyoacán Taqueria and Jamerican Kitchen.

In episode 38 of DineDrinkCLE: The Podcast, hosts Josh Duke and Alex Darus talk about two new restaurants in Greater Cleveland – the Friars' Table downtown and Via Roma in North Royalton. Plus, Paris Wolfe stops by to chat about clambakes in Cleveland before Peter Chakerian discusses the tradition of chili cook-offs in Northeast Ohio.

In episode 37 of DineDrinkCLE: The Podcast, hosts Josh Duke and Alex Darus talk about the opening of the new Artis steakhouse in Lakewood. Plus, they chat about some of their favorite bars in town to cheer on the Cleveland Browns ahead of the 2024 NFL season. Marc Bona stops by the show to talk about judging the microbrew competition at the 2024 Cleveland Oktoberfest celebration. Finally, Peter Ch...

In episode 36 of DineDrinkCLE: The Podcast, hosts Josh Duke and Alex Darus, along with Marc Bona, talk about Nighttown's sudden closure in Cleveland Heights. The crew also discusses Jolene's Honky Tonk, a new country-themed bar coming to East 4th Street. The trio also chat about their favorite bites from the recent Taste of Black Cleveland: The Food Showcase 6.0 event before Paris Wolfe stops by t...

In episode 35, hosts Josh Duke and Alex Darus, along with Paris Wolfe, discuss the opening of 3 Roses in Little Italy and Vacancy Lounge in Cuyahoga Falls. Later, Peter Chakerian joins to share how the "Best of Cleveland" team is close to finding the top breakfast spots in the area. Finally, Marc Bona drops by to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Butcher and the Brewer on East 4th Street.

In episode 34, host Alex Darus is joined by Peter Chakerian to talk about marijuana edibles now that recreational dispensaries are open for business in Northeast Ohio. Chakerian also discusses ranking 38 Little Debbie's treats after Paris Wolfe stops by the show to explain foraging for food in Greater Cleveland.  

In episode 33, hosts Josh Duke and Alex Darus along with Paris Wolfe discuss the closing of Salt+, the what to expect from Little Italy's Feast of Assumption this year and the fun and free events being hosted by Yelp Cleveland throughout August.

In episode 32, hosts Josh Duke and Alex Darus along with Marc Bona give you an early look at Steak, a trendy steakhouse coming to the Tremont neighborhood of Cleveland. Then Paris Wolfe joins to chat about the upcoming Vintage Ohio Wine Festival which is including hard cider makers for the first time ever. Lastly, Peter Chakerian joins to discuss Great Lakes Brewing Company's perfect-for-the-summe...

In episode 31, hosts Josh Duke and Alex Darus discuss where the 'Superman' cast and crew dined during their six-week shoot in Cleveland. Then, the hosts discuss a fresh floral/restaurant concept coming to North Royalton called In The Weeds. Paris Wolfe also joins to chat about Verbena's one-year anniversary and its addition of functional cocktails.

In episode 30, Josh Duke and Alex Darus discuss Westsiders bringing the downtown Cleveland vibe and amazing cocktails to Rocky River. Marc Bona talks about Ohio's sales-tax holiday extending to restaurants for the first time. Paris Wolfe shares news about a pop-up patio at the West Side Market, and Peter Chakerian debates the best crispy chicken sandwiches from fast-food restaurants.