Published June 2022 The weather is heating up and that means one important thing on Ohio’s north coast – patio season! All the best restaurants with patio, deck, or porch dining areas are brushing off their umbrellas, extending their awnings, and putting up the string lights to welcome in the season…
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Published February 2022 Did you know pizza was first invented in Naples, Italy in the 1700s as a fast, affordable meal for working-class people on the go? It gained popularity in the U.S. in the 1940s when immigrating Italians brought this classic dish. And thank goodness they did! Now, about 3…
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Published July 2021 Just 20 minutes south of Lake Erie sits the quiet, welcoming community of Bellevue. Surprisingly, this small town is full of hidden gems to enhance your Shores & Islands getaway. So, take a break from the lake and see what Bellevue has to offer for family fun and interesting…
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Published March 2021 During Lent (the period between Ash Wednesday and Easter on the Christian calendar) folks in northern Ohio look forward a concurrent season…Friday night fish fry season! The fish fry became popular in the 1920s and ‘30s among German-descended Americans. When pubs were not…
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Published December 2020 This time of year the leaves begin to fall, and so do the temperatures, but that doesn’t mean you can’t find something fun to do with the family! Did you know that there is a hidden gem located in the Shores & Islands region where you can grab a bite to eat, watch airplanes…
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Published June 2019 Do you think you know Put-in-Bay? Did you know there is a super family-friendly side to the island? Visit the island during the week or on less-busy weekends and you’ll find a quiet community that welcomes children with a variety of activities for all ages. The Put-in-Bay…
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Updated April 2021 Whether you're sitting down to devour a delicious perch sandwich, a plate of fresh seafood, or a juicy burger, food just seems to taste better when eaten outdoors with a waterfront view. At Ohio’s Lake Erie Shores & Islands, there is no shortage of restaurants with scenic…
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Updated July 2021 Looking for meatless dining options during your Lake Erie Shores & Islands getaway? There are a number of reasons (health, religion, diet, and personal preference) to eat a meat-free diet. Consider these restaurants with yummy seafood, pasta, and vegetable-based dishes: North…
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On Tuesdays this summer, we are exploring the great cities and towns that make up Ohio's Lake Erie Shores & Islands for our #TravelTuesday initiative. Don't miss our previous #TravelTuesday posts – to-date we have visited Vermilion, Middle Bass Island, Lakeside Chautauqua, Milan, Kelleys Island…
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On Tuesdays this summer, we are exploring the great cities and towns that make up Ohio's Lake Erie Shores & Islands for #TravelTuesday. Don't miss our previous #TravelTuesday posts – to-date we have visited Vermilion, Middle Bass Island, Lakeside Chautauqua, Milan, Kelleys Island, Huron, Put-in-Bay…
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