Table Talk

Polaris-area pub commits to sports, solid menu

Joe and Tia Stropkai will open O’Nelly’s May 17 on South Old State Road.

Recipe of the Week

Sweet potato fritters

Recipe: Sweet potato fritters, courtesy of Dan Varga of the Explorers Club.

Recipe of the Week

Apple pie

Recipe: Apple pie, courtesy of Kathleen Murchison of Kathleen’s Café.

Wine Wisdom

Columbia Valley wine a great al fresco choice

The 2012 Barnard Griffin Rosé of Sangiovese is dry and refreshing, Wine Wisdom columnist Roger Gentile says.

Table Talk

Micro markets big on variety, healthy choices

The emerging vending option is being adopted by more and more businesses.

Sassafras Bakery to open in downtown Worthington

After five years as a favorite at the Saturday morning farmers market, Sassafras Bakery will make downtown Worthington its permanent home.

Food truck pilot program begins June 1

Food trucks operating in some of the busiest areas of Columbus will become part of a seven-month pilot program aimed at establishing new rules for the mobile vendors.

Table Talk

Fans follow Indian favorite to new Sawmill storefront

Amul India has a bigger space and better visibility, owner Lakhvir Singh Hayer says.

Recipe of the Week

Cheddar-bacon scones

Recipe: Cheddar-bacon scones, courtesy of Connor O’Neill of Hubbard Grille.

Table Talk

Build-your-own sushi available for downtown crowd

Maki Go at Broad and High streets allows customers to choose their own fresh ingredients.

Recipe of the Week

Stuffed cabbage rolls

Recipe: Stuffed cabbage rolls, courtesy of Dan Varga of Explorers Club.

Wine Wisdom

Hindsight deftly balances Old World and new

The Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon has depth, fruit and rounded tannins, Wine Wisdom author Roger Gentile says.

Recipe of the Week

Cream cheese coffee cake

Recipe: Cream cheese coffee cake, courtesy of Kathleen Murchison of Kathleen’s Café.

Table Talk

Bowling-alley eatery has upscale dishes to spare

The Point at Star Lanes Polaris cooks many dishes from scratch.

Table Talk

Former banker decides kitchen is place for him

Mohammed “Chef Z” Zaman opens Omezzo Restaurant and Pizzeria in Pickerington.

Recipe of the Week

Quick barbecue baked beans

Recipe: Quick barbecue baked beans, courtesy of Stan Riley of Holy Smoke BBQ.

Wine Wisdom

The ’09 Castello di Montespertoli Riserva Chianti a superbly refined choice

The 2009 Castello di Montespertoli Riserva Chianti is a superbly refined choice, Wine Wisdom columnist Roger Gentile says.

First Draft

Hercules Double IPA not a brew for Joe Sixpack

Hercules Double IPA offers a cornucopia for the senses, First Draft columnist Rob Neal says.

Recipe of the Week

Candied-bacon popcorn

Recipe: Candied-bacon popcorn, courtesy of Connor Daniel O’Neill of Hubbard Grille.

Table Talk

Developer turns attention toward food with Toscani's

Joseph Pingue says he currently is expanding the menu at his new restaurant.

Wine Wisdom

The ’12 Cabinet Riesling has pronounced floral, citrus notes

Ohio native Drew Neiman has created a stellar Napa Valley wine at a bargain price, Wine Wisdom columnist Roger Gentile says.

German Village cafe closing Saturday; new tavern planned for space

Chris Crader is adding the Sycamore Cafe to his German Village restaurant portfolio.

Table Talk

Sassy saloon serves coffee, craft beer with whimsy

Burlesque is among the entertainment options at Bossy Grrl’s Pin Up Joint.

Recipe of the Week

Roasted corn and crab chowder

Recipe: Roasted corn and crab chowder, courtesy of Eric Jones of Final Cut Steakhouse.

Calorie Countess

Mediterranean diet earns much-deserved praise

A recent study shows that more vegetables, fresh fruits, fish and olive oil can be beneficial to health, Calorie Countess Jennifer Burton says.