Urban Eats, known for its intimate cafe atmosphere and creatively tasty menu, has underwent a renewal of sorts after the departure of previous owners Elizabeth Tyran and Jason Scala. New owners Samantha Frohnapfel and her fiance Nathan Franks have dubbed their journey with Urban Eats as a “perfect beginning.” Frohnapfel says the atmosphere and people of Akron have been … [Read more...]
Art Bomb Brigade prepares for cool mural at downtown Akron gourmet ice cream shop
Chill, a new gourmet ice cream shop in downtown Akron, will soon boost its coolness cred with a mural from the University of Akron’s Art Bomb Brigade. After completing their first major mural explosion at the Downtown Laundromat on South Main Street earlier this summer, the Art Bomb crew of local artists and UA alumni have now set their creative targets on Chill. Chill’s … [Read more...]
Akron Farm & Flea features ‘Bikes & Brews’ theme July 10
The Akron Farm & Flea will continue this Sunday, July 10, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. outside of Musica and Urban Eats, 51 E. Market St. The market takes place the second Sunday of the month through September, and will feature live music, vintage goods, food trucks, produce, giant games and yoga. The theme of the next installment is “Bike & Brew,” with Blimp City Bike … [Read more...]
Akron Ale Fest debuts June 25, shows creativity, passion of breweries
The inaugural Akron Ale Fest, which is focused on promoting and highlighting the creativity and passion of breweries in Akron and in the surrounding region, will take place June 25 from 1 to 5 p.m. in downtown Akron. Ticketholders will be able to sample beers and chat with representatives from established breweries, like Thirsty Dog, Ohio Brewery and and Hoppin Frog; … [Read more...]
Akron Farm & Flea kicks off June 12 with vintage goods, food trucks, giant games
The Akron Farm & Flea Market will kick off a new season Sunday, June 12, in the parking lot outside of Musica, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The market takes place the second Sunday of the month through September, and will feature live music, vintage goods, food trucks, produce, giant games and yoga. “I created the market with the intention of creating activity downtown … [Read more...]
Downtown Akron boutique offers hand-curated, affordable fashion (Article and Video)
Akron natives move back to hometown to launch Ely Road Boutique The story behind the owners of Ely Road Boutique is one that's becoming more common in Akron. Those who grew up here then moved away, only to return and set up new roots, giving back to the community. “It was vitally important for us to start our business in a place where we grew up and has so much meaning … [Read more...]
Cuyahoga Falls brings together arts and culture sector
On Jan. 20, a group of about 25 local artists, supporters of the arts and community members from Cuyahoga Falls gathered at the Cuyahoga Valley Art Center. There was a really great mix of talent from many different backgrounds in the room. The goal of this meeting was to gather feedback regarding the art scene (if there is one) in Cuyahoga Falls and have a discussion … [Read more...]
September downtown restaurant tour includes food passport
The Downtown Akron Restaurant Tour has returned for its fifth year, but with a few twists. Formerly Downtown Akron Restaurant Week, the new tour will run now through Sept. 30 and include a passport. The tour is developed by Downtown Akron Partnership (DAP) Emerging Leaders and encourages the Akron community to explore the dynamic and expanding food scene in Downtown … [Read more...]
