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Shaker’s Van Aken District completes Phase II with grand opening of Raye residential towers

SHAKER HEIGHTS, Ohio — The Van Aken District reached a new milestone this week with the grand opening of the Raye residential towers, now available for leasing. Developers at RMS Investment Corp. hailed the substantial completion of the 226 luxury apartments as their latest architectural gem.

District Gallery moving into larger space in Van Aken District

When District Gallery opened in 2019 at 20076 Walker Road in Shaker Heights under the leadership of three art lovers – Richard Uria, Karen Chaikin and the late Bob Roth – it was created on the premise of establishing a space for art enthusiasts, designers and all types of collectors to experience art and exchange views on the ever-changing art community.

The Skin Center opens in Van Aken District

The Skin Center, nationally recognized as a Top 10 Botox provider, opened its first Northeast Ohio location April 24 in the Van Aken District in Shaker Heights, according to a news release.

Monsters to host the NHL's United by Hockey Mobile Museum experience on June 19

The Cleveland Monsters are proud to announce a collaboration with the National Hockey League that will bring the United by Hockey Mobile Museum to the Van Aken District in Shaker Heights on Monday, June 19, from 10:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The museum will highlight a special day of celebration and free programming to honor the Juneteenth holiday at Van Aken District.

2023 Memorial Day parades in Northeast Ohio

As we approach Memorial Day, 3News has created a list of parades taking place across Northeast Ohio as the community remembers those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.

The Skin Center Opens in Shaker Heights

When it comes to skincare, you really don’t want to be the person who cuts corners.

At the same time, driving across state lines for a little aesthetic wellness boost might not be the most practical solution. Yet, prior to CEO Greg Sanker and Medical Director Dr. Rachel Mistur’s collaborative decision to open a new storefront in Shaker Heights, that’s what a lot of Clevelanders had to do.

Eat + Drink

Review: Anthony Zappola Has Gone Back to the Basics With Tony’s Burger Shop, and That’s Enough for the Chef Right Now

A decade ago, Anthony Zappola was executive chef of Tom Colicchio’s Heritage Steak, the “Top Chef” judge’s high-roller steakhouse in Las Vegas. Today, the local chef runs a trio of Cleveland restaurants that specialize in sandwiches, burgers, and Italian-American staples. If you think that Zappola is bemoaning his current culinary standing, you’d be mistaken.

15 New Patios to Enjoy This Year in Cleveland

After eight years, Adega at Metropolitan at the 9 ceased to exist last October. The Centro took its place. “It just needed a refresh,” said General Manager Kenny Didier. “I think it was time to change it up a bit.” Centro, a “rustic Italian-inspired steakhouse with an emphasis on fresh, clean ingredients,” opened on November 4th. The all new menu features hand-cut steaks, fresh seafood, house-made pastas, and sourdough brick-oven pizzas. The patio remains similar to Adega just with an updated look.

Doug Katz: From kid chef to Cleveland culinary icon and James Beard Awards nominee

CLEVELAND, Ohio – Doug Katz definitely didn’t just burst onto the dining scene in Northeast Ohio out of nowhere. He’s been cultivating his culinary career for the better part of 50 years.

Paloma restaurant rebrands as a Northern Mexico steakhouse

SHAKER HEIGHTS, Ohio – Paloma restaurant in the Van Aken District closed for a week in mid- September to refine their concept. When the dining room reopened, it had shifted from casual Tex-Mex to upscale Northern Mexico/Southern Texas steakhouse.

City of Shaker Heights

City of Shaker Heights debuts concept for Van Aken Bikeway project, accepting public feedback

Shaker Heights revealed the concept for its Van Aken Bikeway project during an open house Thursday which proposes buffered bike lanes on each side of Van Aken Boulevard.

Shaker council gives go-ahead to Lee Road Action Plan, Arcadia mixed-use development in Van Aken District

The Lee Road Action Plan got the green light from City Council Monday (March 27) to proceed next year with engineering and design for a “road diet,” bikeway and streetscape.

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