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order one from Clarencedale Cakes!

check out their latest creation.

Yes, PeCan!

New Obama-inspired ice cream flavors via Slashfood.

Can you choose an ice-cream flavor that represents Hillary?

accent media reviews the new restaurant

Here is the first review I've seen online for the Rosetta Stone Cafe by Accent Media Matters:

"I hope readers know that Accent Media and especially myself, are very Pro-Youngstown, and most definitely pro Downtown Youngstown. That being said, I have promised a review of the new Rosetta Stone Cafe that opened just half a block from our wonderful 20 Federal Plaza West building, and I have to say that is decidedly mixed."

you can read the culinary tour and assessment here.

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Dip once, or dip twice?
from The new York Times

"Just in time, a scientific report has some new findings that may cause football fans to take a second look at that communal bowl of dip.

The study, to be published later this year in the Journal of Food Safety, is the only one I’ve ever seen to proclaim that it was inspired by an episode of “Seinfeld.” It was conducted as part of a Clemson University program designed to get undergraduate students involved in scientific research. Prof. Paul L. Dawson, a food microbiologist, proposed it after he saw a rerun of a 1993 “Seinfeld” show in which George Costanza is confronted at a funeral reception by Timmy, his girlfriend’s brother, after dipping the same chip twice."

how did the experiment turn out? Rread more here.

will The Stage be at the Yo Club?

Will she, or won't she?

"In its exclusivity, the Yo Club becomes both desirable and intimidating. I want to go there, but I am terrified I won't fit in. I'll show up underdressed and over potty-mouthed, and the whole scene will end badly.

But, as an effort to dispel that myth, the Youngstown Club is planning a series of open-to-the-public-events to draw in new potential members or just people who are eager to taste the cuisine and soak up the environment.

This Friday, February 1, is one such opportunity to check out the space. Starting at 5 pm, the Club will host Bourbon Street Blues, a celebration of Creole. Free hors d'ourves, half price drinks, and a special menu ($18-$24) will be available, and mood music will be provided by blues artist Julius Veal."

read more on the subject here.

looking inside downtown's rosetta stone cafe

Shout Youngstown examines the inside of the Rosetta Stone Cafe, a new restaurant that will open soon downtown.

First post

Second post

Sauerkraut Soup

Sold Out Vilija Dinner Keeps Growing Every Year

Shout Youngstown reviews the vilija dinner held recently.

"Last Sunday at St.Matthias' Hall in the southside neighborhood of Lansingville, hundreds and hundreds of people joined together in the celebration of Vilija: the traditional slovak christmas eve meal.

All people - those of Slovak decent and new visitors to the neighborhood - are welcomed into the community for a great feast with flowing wine and traditional slovak entertainment.

What's amazing about all of this is that the Slovak community in Youngstown continues to hang in there, some might say even thrive. People continue to donate their time and gifts for auction (like the signed boxing gloves by Lansingville native and resident, World Champion Kelly Pavlik). The language continues to be spoken, and the traditions continue be passed down to even younger generations."

news: 12 Dec 2007

City Board of Control Meets

"In other business, the city approved a development agreement to assist the renovation of the former Chrystal’s restaurant on Belmont Avenue into a mixed-use retail center."

"In addition, the board approved a five-year lease for Capital Grille LLC in the food court at 20 Federal Place. The restaurant, which opened Tuesday, offers a selection of sandwiches, salads and side dishes."

holiday art challenge competition

The Youngstown Renaissance writes this

Here's the challenge: Write a cartoon that celebrates the holiday season in the Mahoning Valley. Since I believe constraints are the seeds of creativity, please limit your strip to four frames. If you're not up to drawing, just describe the scenes and actions in your frames to accompany the dialog.

Post in the comments or e-mail me, if you don't have a place to post your strip. (tylersclark at gmail dot com) All entries will get voted on Monday, 12/17. Deadline for entry is Saturday (12/15) at midnight. Winner gets . . .