Chamber Scholarship Dance Set to Raise Thousands for Higher Education

The annual kickoff to the holiday season in Strongsville is Friday, Dec. 2

Ready to shake, rattle and roll at this year’s Chamber of Commerce Holiday Scholarship Dance? The annual fundraising event will be held at Michaud’s Towne 'n Country, and as always, all proceeds will go to fund scholarships for a select group of Strongsville High School seniors. Last year, the event raised more than $30,000 for higher education. Food providers include B-Spot, Don’s Pomeroy House, Michaud’s and Shinto. The gala will run from 7 p.m. to midnight on Friday, Dec. 2. To reserve a table, call the Chamber of Commerce at 440-238-3366. Check out the video link to get a sneak peek at this year’s entertainment, the band Newsmaker.

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Patch Picks: Romantic Restaurants

Some ideas for your Valentine's Day dinner

Patch Picks is a weekly list of editor and reader choices. Want to suggest a list? Submit your idea in the comments box. Patch Picks: The most romantic restaurants in town • Don's Pomeroy House, 13664 Pearl Rd. Here's a no-brainer if you're looking for a romantic dining spot. Here you'll find casual elegance, attentive service, classic steak and seafood on the menu and a unique setting in the restored 19th century house. • Houlihan's, 2 Southpark Center. Low lighting and a low-key atmosphere make it a cozy place for a dinner date. • Buca di Beppo, 16677 Southpark Center. One of the most romantic movie scenes of all time? The spaghetti-slurping scene in Lady and the Tramp. Re-create it here as you share a meal for two. • Macaroni Grill, …

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Don's Pomeroy House Really Is Special

The Strongsville Gourmet checks out the winner of the Favorite Strongsville Restaurant contest

You picked it and I got to visit Strongsville’s favorite restaurant: Don’s Pomeroy House, 13664 Pearl Road. And what a visit it was. A yummy visit indeed! Class is the word that best describes Don’s Pomeroy House. The moment you walk into the renovated historic building you know you’re somewhere special. There are three levels to dine on, from the top two fancy floors, to the friendly, warm Pub found at the bottom. Don’s is a place you think of going for that special occasion, such as a birthday or anniversary. And it will certainly impress any date you may take there, be it a blind first meeting or a longtime love. Be sure to check out the wine list and have a toast to your true romance. Surprise, it’s also a terrific lunchtime visit, …

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And the Winner of Strongsville's Favorite Restaurant Is . . .

Don's Pomeroy House takes top honors in Patch contest

The people have spoken -- possibly with their mouths full of Fishmarket Salad and lobster tail -- and named Don's Pomeroy House their favorite restaurant in Strongsville. "Hands down my favorite place to eat," said Tina in her nomination. "You can count on two things -- the food will be great and so will the service." Other voters said Don's, located in a renovated historic house at 13664 Pearl Road, has a "terrific patio" and "excellent food." "(General Manager) Dan Stroemple and his staff go out of their way to make your meal enjoyable and relaxing," Ruth Brickley commented. Also receiving praise were Mad Cactus, Cleats, Italian Village and Shinto Japanese Steakhouse. A restaurant that hasn't even opened yet -- Michael Symon's B Spot -- …

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Arts in Strongsville Hosts Wine, Music & Cabaret Event

Buy tickets now for evening of food and entertainment

Arts in Strongsville will host its second Wine, Music & Cabaret from 7:30 p.m. to midnight Jan. 29 at the Event Center in the Walter F. Ehrnfelt Recreation and Senior Center, 18100 Royalton Road. Tickets are $25 and available by calling 440-668-4848 or 440-572-1291. Last year's event sold out, so purchasing tickets early is advised. The evening features wine tasting, a martini bar by Shinto, a cabaret show starring Ken Mehalko and the Glitz Girls, dancing, a 50/50 raffle and food stations by some of the area's finest restaurants, including Bianca's Italian Ristorante, Chick-fil-A, Chop It Salad Co., Cleats, Don's Pomeroy House, Olympia Candy, J. Bella Italian Restaurant, Palate Restaurant, Riverstone Taverne, The Grille, The Mad Cactus and…

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Preparing For The Big Meal: Tips from a Chef

Pro at Don's Pomeroy House offers some time-saving ideas

'Tis the season for hosting — and you may be anticipating spending too much time in the kitchen so your houseguests don't go hungry. But help is here. Todd Arnold, a nine-year veteran executive chef at Don's Pomeroy House in Strongsville, weighs in on some time-saving tips that can help you step away from your stove and spend more time with your guests. Tip 1: Cooking for a crowd. You have a house full of hungry people. How can you manage it all? Arnold says preparation is the key. "Being ready is the biggest thing. Get started a day or two in advance and make as much food ahead as you can. When you prep beforehand, it takes a lot of stress off of the day of your meal when don't have to get up and make your stuffing or whatever you are …

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