Cleveland Ethnic Eats: The Guide to Authentic Ethnic Restaurants and Markets in Greater Cleveland [Paperback]

Laura Taxel (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 24, 2009

The 8th edition of this popular dining guide introduces a world of exotic cuisines right here in our own backyard! These 356 authentic ethnic restaurants and markets (from more than 60 different countries and cultures) are recommended by the experts: Cleveland s ethnic citizens themselves. Laura Taxel found out where they go for an authentic meal; her book shares those delicious discoveries. Detailed listings tell what you ll find when you go, from menu items and specialties to prices, hours, ambiance, attire, and parking. The 8th edition's listings have all been updated, including 58 new listings.

Editorial Reviews

Review

The best guidebook to the ethnic cultures of Greater Cleveland - the only guidebook, really - has been updated to reflect a changing city. Follow the food and you will discover the culture. . . Taxel scouts restaurants, trattorias, markets and cafes in the region's ethnic communities, soaks in the ambience and often interviews the Old World owners. Then she compiles what she has learned into a one-of-a-kind guide. --Cleveland Plain Dealer, April 30, 2009

About the Author

Laura Taxel has been writing about food and the people who prepare it for 25 years. Her articles appear in local, regional, and national publications. She has won numerous Excellence In Journalism awards from The Press Club of Cleveland and the competition sponsored by the Ohio Society of Professional Journalists. In 2004, 2006, and 2008 her work was chosen for Best Food Writing, a national anthology published annually. Taxel is a member of the International Association of Culinary Professionals and the Cleveland chapter of Les Dames d Escoffier International. She still finds it hard to believe she earns a living as a professional eater.

Product Details

• Paperback: 242 pages
• Publisher: Gray & Co., Publishers; 8 edition (April 24, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1598510533
• ISBN-13: 978-1598510539
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.5 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #317,998 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #8 in Books > Travel > United States > States > Ohio

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Laura Taxel has been writing about food and the people who prepare it for 25 years. Her articles appear in local, regional, and national publications. She has won numerous Excellence In Journalism awards from The Press Club of Cleveland and the competition sponsored by the Ohio Society of Professional Journalists. In 2004, 2006, and 2008 her work was chosen for Best Food Writing, a national anthology published annually. Taxel is a member of the International Association of Culinary Professionals and the Cleveland chapter of Les Dames d'Escoffier International. She still finds it hard to believe she earns a living as a professional eater.

Customer Reviews

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Laura Taxel is your Cleveland co-pilot - eat with confidence!, May 14, 2009

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Donna Ancypa Holmes (Oberlin, OH USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Cleveland Ethnic Eats: The Guide to Authentic Ethnic Restaurants and Markets in Greater Cleveland (Paperback)

Rarely have I been so glad to see a new edition of a reference book arrive - my husband and I have used Cleveland Ethnic Eats for years to discover new and different dining options in every corner of the Cleveland metro area. Laura Taxel gives exhaustive commentary on a huge variety of restaurants, providing helpful reference points as to general cost, atmosphere and location. We found several of our very favorite restaurants thanks to her - it's a shame she wasn't interviewed when Anthony Bourdain filmed an episode of No Reservations here, because she's a true insider with an adventurous palate. We keep this book in the car; I suppose that means it passes the test of whether or not it's really helpful!

0 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Good, but limited, January 31, 2008

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This review is from: Cleveland Ethnic Eats: The Guide to Authentic Ethnic Restaurants and Markets in Greater Cleveland (Paperback)

This book gives several good ideas for restaurants to try, but so many good places were left out. I would like to see more ratings on the food quality. I gave this book as a gift & the recipient wondered if it was paid advertising.