The food is French-based at L'Albatros but the wine class goes around the world. Full story »

A new student-run cafe at Lakewood High School offers good food at good prices while giving students a good learning experience.  Full story »

Rumors of a landmark restaurant closing on Public Square happen to be true. But it's not Sans Souci, the flagship dining room at the Renaisssance Cleveland Hotel. Instead it's the hotel's lesser known kid brother, Brasserie -- and it's only temporarily shutting for renovation.  Full story »

A landmark location in Cleveland's Warehouse District is closing temporarily for a face-lift. When the Metropolitan Cafe reopens in March, it will have a new name -- and a bold, wraparound patio bar at West Sixth Street and St. Clair Avenue. Full story »

If you'd like to dine better in 2010, consider your role in the equation -- starting with your own behavior.  Full story »

Michael Symon appears Thursday on "The Early Show" on CBS, teaching host Harry Smith how to cook veal and pasta for a crowd. Full story »

Even if the budget's a bit tight, there's still an enjoyable way to gather with friends in a restaurant. Consider getting together over dessert and a drink. Full story »

With its emphasis on fresh fish, Pier W's new menu places the Lakewood restaurant among the top seafood restaurants in the region. Full story »

Though AMP 150 restaurant has been serving lunches and dinners for several weeks now, the hip, new spot on West 150th Street in Cleveland has decided to throw an official grand opening this weekend -- and it's doing it in splashy style.  Full story »

This is your chance to try some of those places you've been hearing about, at prices worth considering. Full story »

Shuffling for a discount on meals at some of your favorite locally owned restaurants? How about 52 of them? Cleveland Independents' new "Deck" contains $10-off deals at popular area places. Full story »

Restaurant openings continue despite a weak economy. Downtown Cleveland's Historic Gateway Neighborhood will soon welcome R.J. Boland's in the 25,000-square-foot, long-shuttered former home of Diamondback Brewery and Phil the Fire.  Full story »

Area restaurants respond to the rough economy with an array of deals designed to bring in customers and save them money on dinner. Full story »

Melt Bar and Grilled, Sterle's Slovenian Country House, Momocho! and Lucky's Cafe top "Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives" list of favorites. Full story »

There's no prolonging the past weekend's terrific Fourth of July celebration. Still, hurray for the red, white and blue! But this time it's French independence we're pitching. After all, Bastille Day -- France's equivalent of our own Independence Day -- is just around the corner. And area chefs are gearing up to do their bit for Franco-American love .... Full story »