Jstyle Fall/Winter 2024

A Fresh Take on Elegance

You can be the best kept secret in town for only so long before someone starts to notice, and my oh my is Valley’s Edge Steak & Seafood getting noticed!

Nestled on the grounds of MGM North eld Park, Valley’s Edge Steak & Seafood o ers a savory selection of wood- red steaks, delicious seafood and a host of gourmet entrees and desserts. Award-winning Executive Chef Chris Poplin has taken great care to cra a menu that is both new and approachable.

e restaurant’s name is an homage to its location at the edge of the scenic Cuyahoga Valley. Diners will nd an elegant and relaxing environment for the perfect date night. With contemporary lighting, luxurious ooring and artistic wall nishes, the interior design of the restaurant marries a sense of local style with Las Vegas panache. e walls are adorned with works from local artisans, so there is always something beautiful to capture your gaze.

e menu is led by savory cuts of beef with options such as a center cut let, house smoked herbed prime rib, USDA Prime New York strip and the plate lling 20 oz. bone in ribeye. Not to be ignored is the Faroe Island salmon with roasted sweet potatoes, arugula, asparagus, tomato con t and a maple glaze.

If steak and seafood doesn’t strike your fancy, fear not. e extensive menu has you covered with dishes such as pan seared chicken breast with cannellini beans, cabbage, green beans, tomato coulis and roast chicken jus, or the savory ravioli primavera with cauli ower, grape tomatoes, wild mushrooms, sweet potato, fresh herbs and extra virgin olive oil.

Now, don’t get full just yet, your sweet tooth needs some love too. e carrot cake with cream cheese frosting and ginger crystals is out of this world and the red velvet cheesecake is almost too pretty to eat, but please eat it, you’ve tasted nothing like it as the avors that you didn’t know would pair so well together bring a smile to your face.

Whether you choose an intimate table, luxurious booth, casual high top or a seat at the bar, you won’t be far from a superior selection of local cra beers, international wines or one-of-a-kind spirits. Should you have bourbon a cionados in attendance, Valley’s Edge has a treat for them.

On a trip to Bardstown Kentucky, the Valley’s Edge Food & Beverage team sampled and selected a barrel of bourbon form the legendary Heaven Hill Distillery. e distillery established in 1935, produces 1,300 barrels a year, but one unique barrel that spent eight years maturing in warehouse “H” will only be available at the restaurants and bars on the grounds of MGM North eld Park.

With your rst sip of the Elijah Craig MGM Single Barrel Bourbon, you can taste how the history of the barrel, the richness of the corn, rye and barley all marry with Kentucky’s limestone ltered water. Whether you’re a connoisseur, or new to this historic spirit, you’ll know you are tasting something very special.

Valley’s Edge is also known for creating themed dinners, past favorites have been the “Titanic Dinner” based on the ship’s menu and other historical references to recreate the 10-course meal served to the rst-class passengers. Another popular dinner was based on the 1972 lm “ e Godfather” with each course paired with wine from the Francis Ford Coppola winery. And yes, there was cannoli.

Entertainment can enhance the perfect date night and it’s obvious that Valley’s Edge does not disappoint. ere are so many things for adults to see and do on the MGM North eld Park property that it quickly becomes clear why their motto is, “Find Your Fun!”

Adjacent to Valleys Edge is a state-of-the-art gaming oor with more than 1,600 video lottery terminals (VLT’s). You can try your luck on fan favorite games like Hu N’ Pu or the mysteriously immersive Frankenstein. If you’re feeling frisky, wander into the high-limit room to play the new Dragon Link with a potential $1 million dollar jackpot.

e property has paid out more than $200 million in jackpots over the last 12 months, so don’t let someone else have all the fun!

Not a gambler? Not a problem. In addition to its gaming oor, MGM North eld Park is home to Center Stage, an 1,800-seat concert venue with a dazzling light and sound system. While your logged onto mgmnorth eldpark.com to make dinner reservations, be sure to browse through the entertainment calendar to know when your favorite band or comedian is performing.

Music legends from every genre have graced Center Stage. e fall and winter lineup include everyone form Kenny G, Nick Carter and Matteo Bocelli to Peter Frampton, Kem and e Black Crowes. If you’re looking for something cozier, the Neon Room hosts free concerts featuring local bands.

Whether it’s an intimate evening for two or a gathering of many, Valley’s Edge Steak & Seafood is the elegant restaurant you didn’t know existed, but now that you do, be sure to make your reservations and experience a fresh take on elegance.

Valley’s Edge Steak & Seafood is open Wednesday through Sunday from 4 to 9 pm. Valet parking is available at the main entrance at 10777 North eld Road, North eld, OH. Reservations can be made at mgmnorth eldpark.com or by calling 330-908-7602.

Must be 21+ to gamble, dine or enter MGM North eld Park. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-589-9966.

Fall / Winter 2024

OPENERS

8 Editor’s Note

Amanda Koehn shares her favorite things about fall

10 Chai Life

18 interesting things to do this fall and winter in Greater Cleveland

FEATURES

16 Artistic Power

New exhibits aim to be cultural conversation starters

FASHION & BEAUTY

20 Countryside Autumn, Western Winter

A cozy and rustic fashion photo shoot at Tall Oaks Resort

42 Threads

Fall and winter trends to shop from local boutiques

44 Relaxation & Radiance

Spa West helps guests nd a sense of calm while looking good

47 Refresh & Renew

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FOOD

51 Nosh News

Appetizing bites about Jewish chefs, restaurateurs and community staples

52 Cooking Local At Kiln

Chef Douglas Katz’s latest venture is all about connections through food, community and pottery

HOME AND DECOR

58 Mixing In Modern

Step up your home’s interior design for 2025

62 Coming Home

Realtors share tips for buying your rst home

66 Sustainable Homes

Energy e cient features can bring costs down, decrease environmental impact

CLOSERS

70 Pursuits

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Enjoying fall and beyond

As a summer person, I need wellde ned reasons to get excited about fall. My birthday is in August, and like most Leos, I love the sun and activities like swimming, eating ice cream and wearing shorts. I live for the long days and weatherrelated excuses to have fun.

But when late fall hits – speci cally November and beyond, when it starts to get cold and dark – I feel a sense of sadness and sleepiness, like there’s not enough co ee in the world to be in the fantastic moods I’m (usually) in during the summer.

But, as someone who tries very hard to be happy generally, I am trying to focus on the things I like about the change in seasons. So, I am listing them here to both convince myself to get excited(ish) and to help motivate other summer fans to nd something that speaks to them about this season.

• Fall out ts: I like boots, light sweaters and most importantly, the intrigue that comes with dressing in layers. I enjoy putting together out ts that combine a funky T-shirt with slacks and my red leather jacket, or a denim skirt with a cool sweatshirt and tall boots. And, if you need seasonal fashion inspiration, check out our fall/ winter photo shoot starting on Page 20.

• Fall food: Butternut squash, savory pumpkin, slightly sour apples, spices in co ee and sweet potatoes help make up what is actually my favorite food season (I don’t need to be convinced on this one!). Plus, the homemade recipes incorporating these seasonal ingredients are healthier than summers of ice cream.

• Fall outdoor activities: It is actually better to take a hike or a run in the colder weather. I love to run around my neighborhood at any time of the day compared to summers of getting up early to do it before the heat hits. Plus, with scenic walking options like Cuyahoga Valley National Park, Rocky River Reservation and the Holden Arboretum, fall is full of nice spots to witness the leaves turning.

• The smaller moments: Fall and the impending winter are great times to slow down and take in pleasant, calm moments. I like to take a walk and call a friend, or enjoy a

new TV show or book. And, I get back into my old favorite perfect-for-fall album, “Red” by Taylor Swift, or a newer favorite, “Tigers Blood” by Waxahatchee.

The stories in this issue also share some things to enjoy this fall. You can now visit chef Douglas Katz’s newest venture, Kiln, a European bistro-inspired restaurant in Shaker Heights (story on Page 52). Additionally in this issue, you will learn about two interesting exhibits on view at the Roe Green Gallery and the Maltz Museum, both perfect to learn from on a rainy day. You’ll also read about Spa West, a peaceful Westlake spa, in this issue because fall is a great time to treat yourself to a spa visit. If you are not quite a cold-weather person, I hope you can take a note from these pages and do something nice for yourself to feel a little more festive – maybe buy a new fall out t, make a seasonal dinner for friends or family, go on a hike at a new park or simply take in the slower moments. And if we put these actions ahead of truly feeling the sentiment, the fall excitement should follow.

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18 INTERESTING THINGS TO DO IN NORTHEAST OHIO THIS FALL AND WINTER

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‘Mean Girls’ on stage

New York Magazine labeled the Broadway production of “Mean Girls” as having “immense energy,” “a wicked sense of humor” and “joyful inside-jokery.” If you’re in for a good laugh from a storied team of writers, you can see the musical based on the classic 2004 film through Nov. 3 at KeyBank State Theatre in downtown Cleveland. playhousesquare.org

‘Some Like It Hot’ at Playhouse Square

Set in Chicago’s Prohibition era, “Some Like It Hot” follows two musicians forced to flee the city after witnessing a mob hit. Named best musical by the Drama Desk, The Drama League and the Outer Critics Circle, The Associated Press stamped the performance as “glorious, big, high-kicking.” Check it out from Nov. 5-24 at Connor Palace in downtown Cleveland. playhousesquare.org

Cleveland Jewish Book Festival

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Walkabout Tremont

Every second Friday of the month, Walkabout Tremont crowds Professor Avenue and surrounding streets in the west side Cleveland neighborhood with creative vendors selling artwork and other goods. For its “Light Up Your Holidays” Fridays on Nov. 8 and Dec. 13, artists are moved inside for the colder season and sell unique, artsy gifts to holiday shoppers. experiencetremont.com

Federation YLD Big Event

The 2024 Big Event for the Jewish Federation of Cleveland will be held the evening of Nov. 14 at Congregation Mishkan Or in Beachwood. Help the Federation celebrate the success of its Young Leadership Division at the event, and learn how you can make a di erence in the 2025 Campaign for Jewish Needs.

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The Mandel Jewish Community Center of Cleveland in Beachwood is hosting its 25th annual Mandel JCC Cleveland Jewish Book Festival – one of the premier Jewish book festivals in the country. Bringing unique ideas and perspectives to the forefront, the festival features a lineup of 13 nationally and internationally acclaimed authors. The festival runs from Nov. 7 through Nov. 20, 2024, and continues in March 2025. The Cleveland Jewish News is the media sponsor of the festival. mandeljcc.org/book-festival 6

Browns vs. Steelers

Whether you’re a Cleveland Browns or Pittsburgh Steelers fan, the distance between the teams is what makes the “Turnpike War” so special. If you’ve never seen the type of smashmouth football brought to downtown Cleveland each year, Nov. 21 is a day and game you don’t want to regret missing out on at Huntington Bank Field. clevelandbrowns.com

Some of the books featured in the 25th annual Mandel JCC Cleveland Jewish Book Festival. Photo / Mandel JCC

Cleveland Browns tight end Jordan Akins lines up for an o ensive play during the Sept. 29 game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. AP Photo / Je Lewis

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Cavs 2024-2025 season

The Cleveland Cavaliers have begun their 2024-2025 regular season at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in downtown Cleveland, continuing their run over 82 games. Get dressed in wine and gold to cheer on the team during its season highlights, including visits from the NBA champion Boston Celtics on Dec. 1, 2024, and Feb. 4, 2025, and a visit from the Western Conference champion Dallas Mavericks on Feb. 2.  nba.com/cavaliers

Jon Stewart visits Cleveland

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The longtime host of “The Daily Show” will visit Playhouse Square’s KeyBank State Theatre during his “An Evening With Jon Stewart” standup comedy tour on Nov. 22. Stewart has 56 Emmy Award nominations from his tenure as host and executive producer of “The Daily Show with Jon Stewart.” He can currently be seen hosting the comedy news television show on Comedy Central on Monday evenings. playhousesquare.org

Winterland in CLE

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Downtown Cleveland’s annual Winterland, formerly known as Winterfest, will set you up for excitement all season long. Taking place the Saturday after Thanksgiving on Nov. 30, it invites all to see the city’s seasonal lights, ice skate, enjoy food and drinks from local food trucks, watch interactive visual arts demonstrations and enjoy fireworks. You’ll want to be around Public Square for all the bright lights and hot cocoa. winterlandcle.com

‘Picasso and Paper’ at CMA

Pablo Picasso’s tireless experimentation with and on paper is the subject of the groundbreaking exhibition “Picasso and Paper,” organized by the Cleveland Museum of Art and the Royal Academy of Arts, London, in partnership with the Musée national PicassoParis. Showcasing nearly 300 works spanning his career, “Picasso and Paper” explores the artist’s diverse use of paper, a medium he used to challenge and transform the way we see art. The ticketed exhibit will begin welcoming the public on Dec. 8, and is on view through March 23, 2025, in the Kelvin and Eleanor Smith Foundation Exhibition Hall and Gallery. clevelandart.org

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Federation campaign closing celebration

The Jewish Federation of Cleveland will hold its 2025 campaign closing celebration on Dec. 11, where community members will come together to celebrate its fundraising over the past year. The grand total raised for the 2025 Campaign for Jewish Needs will be revealed, benefiting local, national and international Jewish needs. jewishcleveland.org

Jewish Federation of Cleveland leaders celebrate its record fundraising year for its 2024 Campaign for Jewish News in December 2023. CJN Photo / Courtney Byrnes

“Women at Their Toilette, Paris,” winter 1937–38. Cut wallpapers with gouache on paper pasted onto canvas; 299 x 448 cm. Musée national Picasso-Paris, Pablo Picasso Gift in Lieu, 1979. MP176. Photo © RMN-Grand Palais (Musée national Picasso-Paris) / Adrien Didierjean. © Estate of Pablo Picasso / Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York

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Jewish ceremonial art tours

The Cleveland Museum of Art is hosting docent-led Jewish ceremonial art tours, giving context to art exhibited on loan from the Jewish Museum in New York. CMA displays Jewish ceremonial objects from the world-renowned collection across six permanent collection galleries, representing the diversity of Jewish cultures throughout the world and time. The free ticketed tours are being led each Thursday and Sunday afternoon through Dec. 15, and pieces are on view through Jan. 5, 2025. clevelandart.org

Play (whirly) ball!

If you’re looking for a way to stay active with family and friends throughout the winter months, look no further than WhirlyBall in Bedford Heights. The family-oriented games, including their famed lacrosse, hockey, basketball and bumper car-blended specialty, are fun for any days you can’t do it all outside. whirlyballcleveland.com

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Chanukah

Chanukah celebrates the re-dedication of the Temple in Jerusalem after its defilement by the Syrian Greeks. This year, the holiday falls later in the season from Dec. 25 to Jan. 2, 2025. To celebrate, light the chanukiah each day of the holiday until it is fully ablaze with light on the eighth day. And, eat traditional Chanukah foods like the American favorite, latkes, and the Israeli favorite, jelly donuts, or sufganiot.

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Louis Katz comedy show

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Comedian Louis Katz will perform his punchlines with a New York flair during five stand-up shows at Hilarities 4th Street Theatre in downtown Cleveland from Jan. 30 to Feb. 1, 2025. Katz has been featured on NBC, HBO and Comedy Central. Laugh out loud as he delivers his intellectual edge that’s been described as “cerebral filth.” hilarities.com

Tu b’Shevat

The 15th day of the Hebrew month of Shevat, Tu b’Shevat is the New Year of the Trees, or the Birthday of the Trees, next year from Feb. 12-13, 2025. Considered Jewish “Earth Day,” the tradition reminds us of the importance of caring for our planet. Some ways to celebrate and contribute to cleaning up our community include starting recycling and composting, picking up trash and using environmentally friendly materials.

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‘Waitress: The Musical’ at Beck Center Beck Center for the Arts in Lakewood will perform “Waitress: The Musical” from Feb. 14 through March 9, 2025, in collaboration with the Baldwin Wallace Music Theatre Program. “Waitress” tells the story of Jenna, a server and pie maker who dreams of a way out of her small town and rocky marriage. It is based on the 2007 movie of the same name with a book by screenwriter Jessie Nelson and music and lyrics by Grammy Award-winner Sara Bareilles. beckcenter.org

‘King James’ – the play

The theatrical story of “King James” will come to Cleveland Play House from March 1-23, 2025. Showing at Outcalt Theatre in downtown Cleveland, the play is set in a bar in Cleveland Heights and spans LeBron James’ rookie season to the 2016 Cleveland Cavaliers NBA Championship as two men navigate their friendship through their shared love of the game.

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ARTISTIC POWER

By Kirsten Beard

“Art + Activism” at the Jewish Federation of Cleveland’s Roe Green Gallery and “Degenerate! Hitler’s War on Modern Art” at the Maltz Museum are two exhibits on view this fall and through the winter set to give visitors a thought-provoking experience. Both exhibits use art as a powerful medium for re ection, resistance and healing, though in vastly di erent ways. “Art + Activism” opened Sept. 15 at the Federation’s Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel Building, 25701 Science Park Drive in Beachwood, and will remain on view until March 30, 2025. The Maltz Museum opened “Degenerate! Hitler’s War on Modern Art” on Oct. 30. It is on view until April 20, 2025, at 2929 Richmond Road in Beachwood.

‘Art + Activism’

In the aftermath of Hamas’ surprise attack on Israel on Oct. 7, 2023, the Jewish Federation of Cleveland sought a meaningful way to commemorate the tragedy. As part of that e ort, Roe Green Gallery volunteer director Matthew Garson reached out to Israeli artists Dede Bandaid and Nitzan Mintz, inviting them to bring their exhibit “Art + Activism” to Cleveland as a form of expression and healing.

Garson rst met Bandaid, a multidisciplinary urban artist, and Mintz, a visual poet, in 2022, when the Federation’s Cleveland Israel Arts Connection hosted them for Culture Fix CLE – a citywide initiative blending art with community engagement.

When Bandaid and Mintz arrived in New York for a threemonth artists residency in September 2023, their plans were

New exhibits at the Roe Green Gallery and Maltz Museum aim to be cultural conversation starters

abruptly interrupted by the devastating Hamas attack that killed 1,200 and took nearly 250 people hostage in Israel. Stranded in New York and unable to return home to Tel Aviv due to safety concerns, the artists felt helpless, they told Jstyle at the Roe Green Gallery, during a visit to introduce their exhibit in September.

“They told us that we might not even have a home to come back to,” Mintz says.

Learning about the tragedy through conversations with family and friends in Israel, they began to grasp the depth of the situation.

“At rst, we thought it’s only another missile attack and suddenly we discovered so many people (were) being murdered, kidnapped,” Bandaid says. “So, we were paralyzed then for 24 hours. We just thought (and) stayed at the apartment.”

Bandaid and Mintz ended up merging their talents as street artists with a viral activist campaign calling for the immediate release of hostages. The campaign became a focal point of the “Art + Activism” exhibit, now displayed at the Federation gallery.

“They gave up everything to do this,” says Garson, who curated the exhibition. “... I know, as many artists know, it is the artists that we have looked (to for) centuries to learn about culture, about history (and) about the horri c events. And, it’s often the artist who will create something to make the public be aware and stand up.”

Their campaign adapted the 1980s milk carton campaign, where missing children were featured on milk cartons to raise awareness. With no budget and facing the challenge of being tourists in New York, Bandaid and Mintz enlisted the help of their friend and graphic designer Tal Huber in Israel.

“We told her we have an idea – that we want to simplify the milk carton campaign into (a) poster campaign,” Mintz says. “We thought (this is) the easiest, quickest way we can do it on our own. ... She went (to work) quickly. She was super into it because she was shocked and wanted to do something.”

After a series of sketches and revisions, the nal poster designs featured the faces of those missing from Israel. The two artists plastered the posters across Manhattan, but initial e orts to hand them out were met with indi erence.

“We just felt miserable and isolated, like no one cares, (like) no one wanted to know,” Bandaid recalls. “And on the other side, like our country is on re.”

Turning to social media, the artists uploaded the posters to spread awareness. The next morning, they woke to nd their campaign had gone viral globally.

“Suddenly we’re walking in the streets of Manhattan and we see tons of posters that we didn’t even put up,” Bandaid says.

The posters have since appeared across social media platforms and in cities worldwide.

In addition to showcasing the hostage campaign, the exhibit

Left: “Sitzende mit Blumen” by Martel Schwichtenberg (1920-1921) is part of “Degenerate! Hitler’s War on Modern Art.” Right: “Abrechnung Folgt!” by George Grosz (April 1923) is part of “Degenerate!”. Photos courtesy of the Maltz Museum. Opposite page: Artists Nitzan Mintz and Dede Bandaid and curator Matthew Garson in the Jewish Federation of Cleveland’s Roe Green Gallery, where Mintz and Bandaid, who conceals his face and identity to the public, have their “Art + Activism” exhibition on view. Their hostage poster campaign is displayed behind them. Jstyle Photo / Kirsten Beard

features artwork from the previous year, addressing themes of building and destruction.

“All the materials that you see in those pieces are collages layered one on top of another,” Mintz says. “And in time, we grow that material in the layers and then we destroy it. It takes time to build, it’s like a house. ... And the outcome in the end is the appearance of both. You can see the history of the destruction on top of what you have built. I think it really re ects humanity.”

Their artistic process begins by building a surface from old materials, creating a foundation of past works.

“We make our own paper from (a) collage of old materials,” Mintz says. “Each piece you see is like a pile. It contains a pile of old pieces of art that are stitched and stuck to one another. It’s like a history.”

The nal layer of each piece consists of text and painting, each with its own narrative. For Mintz and Bandaid to approach these themes, they began looking into their personal traumas and created a world based on the story and emotions they felt.

“The trauma is very personal, but also public,” Bandaid says. “During this process, we discovered that more people, of course our traumas are not (the same), but they’re also common to many more people, communities. ... It’s also open enough for other people to interpret it and put their own story inside our art.”

Garson emphasizes that these works, while stemming from trauma, carry a message of hope.

“All of the work also has a sense of hope and healing,” Garson

says. “That’s the thing that stands out to me – it is based on this trauma, but the end result is this image of hope and healing and protection.”

Mintz and Bandaid’s aim is to help viewers step outside their own reality, confronting the fear and uncertainty many Israelis feel today.

“I want people to understand we do not feel safe,” Mintz says. “And from our perspective as Israelis, we feel like our ground has been shaken into the level of us not feeling safe anywhere. ... I want them to feel that fear because not every society is experiencing that kind of fear of losing their homes. Most people take it for granted.”

To schedule appointments or group tours of the exhibit, email israelarts@jewishcleveland.org or call 216-593-2890. Open houses will also be held monthly.

‘DEGENERATE! HITLER’S WAR ON MODERN ART’

Maltz Museum curator Aaron Bane was searching for exhibitions to bring to the museum when he discovered “Degenerate! Hitler’s War on Modern Art” at the Jewish Museum Milwaukee in Wisconsin. Originally curated by Molly Dubin, chief curator of the Milwaukee museum, the exhibition debuted in February 2023. It explores how the Nazi regime used culture as a tool of propaganda and control, branding modern art as “degenerate” to promote their vision of a puri ed German society.

“We presented this exhibition to our exhibitions committee

“Departure” by Dede Bandaid and Nitzan Mintz (2023), 34 x 44 inches. Photo courtesy of the Jewish Federation of Cleveland.

and board of trustees with unanimous approval,” Bane tells Jstyle. “We are excited for Cleveland to be among the rst cities to be able to experience this exhibition.”

Dubin emphasizes how the exhibition bridges past events with contemporary issues.

“One individual in particular I knew had extensively collected Weimar Republic era art, and it was a time period that was of interest to me because this was a period where the Nazi, or Socialist Party, used culture as a weapon for propaganda and to sway public opinion in terms of what they felt was necessary to purify German society and culture,” Dubin tells Jstyle.

The exhibit also has modern relevance in terms of censorship and cultural control, she says.

“It’s something we are still seeing – it’s very prevalent,” Dubin says, referencing book bans and other forms of cultural suppression. “We were seeing examples of things that had occurred in the past that were detrimental on many fronts.”

When assembling the exhibit, Dubin reached out to institutions and private collectors to gather signi cant works that represent artistic movements targeted by the Nazis. These works included pieces by artists such as Ernst Ludwig Kirchner, Wassily Kandinsky, Marc Chagall and George Grosz.

“I started reaching out to other organizations, institutions to see what tting pieces might be in area collections. I knew of individuals who had collected so called ‘degenerate’ art, and donated to university collections in Wisconsin,” Dubin says. “I went about trying to nd work that might make for a compelling exhibit. And I was able to bring together really an extraordinary body of work representing many artists who were labeled degenerate.”

Bane says the Maltz Museum expanded on the original exhibit by adding 22 pieces to the original 40 that were on display in Milwaukee. The Cleveland expansion includes loans from the Cleveland Museum of Art, The Mishkan Or Museum of Jewish Cultures in Beachwood and the collection of Linda and Jack Lissauer.

“These works o er additional artistic perspectives of the era, which we believe will deepen visitors’ understanding of the social, political and cultural atmosphere of the time,” Bane says. “Also, these works illustrated additional artistic movements and motifs that we believe will contribute to a greater understanding of the social and artistic atmosphere.”

Additionally, the Maltz Museum is dedicating a section of the exhibit to the late Jolán Gross-Bettelheim, a Hungarianborn artist who left Europe in 1925 and settled in Cleveland. During World War II, she created a series of prints that o ered cutting critiques of the war and showcased her lifelong antiauthoritarian and anti-war views.

The exhibit is divided in ve core sections: styles and

techniques, class divisions and protest, urban and rural landscapes, depictions of women and “In Hitler’s Crosshairs.”

“Each of these sections exhibit works of art that illustrate distinct themes, showcasing the unique problems that artists faced during this tumultuous time,” Bane says.

The exhibit is “undoubtedly relevant” for contemporary audiences in the current political and social climate, Bane adds.

“The core theme of this exhibition centers on the harsh rami cations of using art and culture as a means of control,” he says. “Around the world, authoritarianism, historical revisionism and disinformation are on the rise, and we believe this exhibition will serve as a reminder of how art can be used as a form of both oppression and resistance.”

Bane says he hopes it will inspire visitors to re ect on the power of art in promoting freedom and dissent.

“Art serves as an important form of creative expression but can also be used to in uence and divide,” Bane says. “After viewing this exhibition, my wish is that audiences would feel inspired to make a di erence in promoting and safeguarding artistic and intellectual freedom in their communities. Works of art should be able to express dissent without the fear of censorship or marginalization.”

Maltz Museum members receive free admission to the museum, free or reduced tickets to most programs, and store discounts. To purchase general admission tickets, which include the exhibit, and for more information, visit maltzmuseum.org. sj

“Being Left With Bandaids” by Dede Bandaid and Nitzan Mintz (2023), 52 x 38 inches. Photo courtesy of the Jewish Federation of Cleveland.

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Countryside Autumn Western Winter

Step into fall and winter this year with a turn toward warmth and rustic sensibilities. For these seasons, fashion trends run western and cozy – think complex, interesting layers and soft fabrics, and English countryside to cowgirl styles. To help Jstyle’s vision for fall and winter come to life, we visited the scenic Tall Oaks Resort in Kirtland. Our models, dressed in out ts from local boutiques with which we partner, share these chilly season styles.

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Age: 24

Hometown: Chagrin Falls

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Zach wears a light blue lamb suede trucker jacket with a blue and gray checked annel sport shirt both by Isaia, and light gray jeans by PT, all from Kilgore Trout in Woodmere. Air Force 1 sneakers by Nike are his own.

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Jake wears a hybrid sport coat in burgundy by Alberto Zimni, OoohCotton stretch shirt by Bugatchi and pants by Alberto, all from Ticknors Men’s Clothiers in Beachwood. Shoes by Steve Madden are his own.

Age: 35

Hometown: Downtown Cleveland Synagogue: Family are congregants at Temple Beth Shalom

Work/School: Art teacher at Little Birdie Wine Nest and postgraduate student at Tri-C

Julie BROWN

Julie wears an ecru cashmere gilet by Fedeli, ombre pleated skirt by Herno, belt by Gavazzeni and a small crest lock bucket bag in pine by Veronica Beard, all from Kilgore Trout in Woodmere. Shoes by Michael Kors are her own.

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Hometown: Downtown Cleveland

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Rachel wears a Zenya striped cardigan by Heartloom and Finnie scoop-back dress in wine by Cotton Candy LA, both from Sanity in Chagrin Falls. Boots by Steve Madden are her own.

Julie wears a water-resistant silk and cashmere pu er coat with a removable hood by Herno, navy cashmere funnel neck top by Vince and Jetties beach barrel pants in ecru denim by TWP, all from Kilgore Trout. White boots by Dolce Vita and necklace are her own. Rachel wears a Nina ribbed square-neck top in ecru by HYFVE, Polly pu sleeve denim jacket by Miou Muse and Addie high-rise trousers in color camp by Pistola, all from Sanity. Air Force 1 sneakers by Nike are her own.

Julie wears an Italian plaid barn coat with a leather collar by Rag & Bone, striped cotton poplin blouse by Vince, Tatum cu ed stovepipe jeans by L’AGENCE and classic bucket bag in black by Mansur Gavriel, all from Kilgore Trout. White boots by Dolce Vita and necklaces are her own. Jake wears a leather vest by Missani, knit shirt by Nicoby and lightwash jeans by Alberto, all from Ticknors Men’s Clothiers. Shoes by Steve Madden are his own.

Rachel wears a Monique ru ed sweater by Current Air and Amanda jeans in dark denim by Israeli company Bevy Flog, all from Sanity. Booties by Aldo are her own. Zach wears a burgundy and blue houndstooth overshirt in cashmere and silk by Isaia, layered over a cotton and wool crewneck sweater by Rag & Bone and darkwash denim by PT, all from Kilgore Trout. Shoes by Cole Haan are his own.

Zach wears a gray, navy and mid-blue alpaca bouclé sport coat and blue and gray checked annel sport shirt, both by Isaia, and dark tan garment dyed ve-pocket pants by PT, all from Kilgore Trout. Shoes by Cole Haan are his own.

Jake wears a TailoRed plaid sport coat, Marcello premium shirt, white jeans by DL1961 and woven stretch belt by Torino, all from Ticknors Men’s Clothiers. Shoes by Steve Madden are his own.

Julie wears a Wayne cropped DB jacket in pine velvet, matching Stevie bootcut pants in pine velvet and Ressi T-shirt in new snake print, all by L’AGENCE from Kilgore Trout. Shoes by JustFab are her own. Zach wears a light taupe Trofeo cashmere hybrid coat with a detachable suede insert, long-sleeve Cashseta polo shirt and black suede cotton ve-pocket pants, all by ZEGNA from Kilgore Trout. Shoes by Cole Haan are his own.

Rachel wears a Carmella crew neck sweater in burgundy by Olivaceous and Stella wide-leg leopard pants by Miou Muse, both from Sanity. Jake wears a hooded shirt-jacket by Flag & Anthem, knit shirt in gray by Luchiano Visconti and medium-wash jeans by DL1961, all from Ticknors Men’s Clothiers.

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The rustic, country chic look is in style year-round at Tall Oaks Resort, an event venue and 14-acre scenic property in the Kirtland Valley.

Its event barn, designed with reclaimed wood and oak details, hosts weddings, celebrations and conferences for up to 330 seated guests. Visitors can spend special moments near the pond, bridge and fountain, and check out the tall trees and views of the valley. In addition to its gathering areas, Tall Oaks has 14 guestrooms in its Carriage House Inn.

Open for more than three years, the venue has hosted more than 200 weddings, according to Jaime Cordova, vice president of sales and operations, and marketing manager Julia Schoen.

“It’s a pretty place year-round, whether it’s snow or spring leaves or the fall foliage,” says Cordova, noting the massive valley and oak trees surrounding it. “(The scenery) really blends well with the contemporary barn motif and to decorate with bales of hay, cornstalks, pumpkins and things like that. I think the fall is really

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the best of the year at Tall Oaks.”

The farm-style ambiance is paired with friendly sta who want guests to have the best experience, Schoen says, and the venue o ers an array of festive decorations and catering services for events.

“We get a lot of compliments on our sta , so I think that’s something to be proud of and helps make this place as great as it is,” Schoen says.

Owned by Paula and Tom Christopher and their daughter, Emily, Tall Oaks was built as the couple’s retirement project, Cordova says. Amid its success, the owners are opening Tall Oaks West in She eld Village in November. Covering an expansive 140 acres, the new space’s phase one will feature an event barn matching the east side design, an 11-acre lake with an island containing a smaller barn space and cabins. Phase two of the project, which will take about three years, will open a winery and tap house.

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THREADS FASHION

Fall and winter trends to shop from local boutiques

By Amanda Koehn

You know the drill. As colder days come to Cleveland, we start swapping out summery pieces with warmer, cozier ones. And like every year, fall 2024 marks the arrival of new and returning-with-a-twist trends. After shopping your closet to re- nd pieces that match some of the rising styles – anything western, bohemian or in softer, muted colors you’ll want to put front and center – there’s a good chance you’ll still want to add some new items to build updated out ts.

To help put those looks together, Jstyle visited some local fashion boutiques’ online shops. We share some of their items that are sure to be hits this season.

is back, but think more fringe, crochet, oral and mesh pieces rather than the messier boho past you might remember.

Yeehaw for these fun western-inspired pieces.

Bohemian

Floral mesh mock neck top by Promesa from Knuth’s; oral print top with semi-sheer mesh fabric in black.

Above from left to right: All Day knit jacket by Z SUPPLY from Knuth’s in Pepper Pike; oversized button front shirt jacket in color camp re. Riera shirt by Rachel Comey from Ladder in Shaker Heights; denim button-down in washed Mission denim. Hillary boot by INTENTIONALLY BLANK from Knuth’s; leather western style boot in ivory.

Toasted sesame, butter yellow, olive green, light blue and ballet pink are among the softer colors becoming popular this season.

edge.

The classic shoe style is back, but with some added

Marcie Mary Jane by Je rey Campbell from Knuth’s; three-strap Mary Jane with a block kitten heel in black patent.

Franklin Mary Jane by INTENTIONALLY BLANK from Knuth’s; stitched leather with western detailing meets classic Mary Jane style, in black-white.

Above left to right: Chunky trim T-neck by Kinross Cashmere from Lisa Moran Ltd., in Woodmere; cashmere, 100%, in color camel. Mini oral crop sweater by Kinross Cashmere from Lisa Moran Ltd; cashmere, 100%, in azul multi color. Palmer cu ed jean by Free People/Urban Out tters from Knuth’s; jeans with cu ed hemlines in color greenery. Ziva faux suede shirtdress by tyler böe from Lisa Moran Ltd.; shirtdress in color ax.

Bari crop trouser by Apiece Apart from Ladder; pants with front pleats, side pockets and a barrel leg in color g.

This deep red is easily a winter staple.

RELAXATION & RADIANCE

Spa West helps guests nd a sense of calm while looking good

By Abigail Preiszig

As another busy year approaches its end, it may be time to indulge family, friends and even yourself in a day of pampered rest and relaxation.

Tucked away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, Spa West, a luxury day and med spa on Cleveland’s west side, provides elegance and calm for any occasion with a variety of beauty services alongside medical technology and skilled medical aesthetic specialists.

“We’re here to help people look better, to feel good,” Guy Ifrati, a world-renowned hair stylist and colorist now working at Spa West, tells Jstyle. “... When people look good (on the) outside, they feel good inside. It’s important.”

Located o Center Ridge Road in Westlake, guests are greeted with an at-ease atmosphere upon parking as calming music can be heard from outside Spa West’s building. The portico, lit by a chandelier and lined with a red carpet, leads guests to a day of de-stressing.

Ifrati, 53, moved to Cleveland’s west side with his wife in November 2023 from Miami. He was invited by his “best friend,” Spa West owner Edgar Alhajj, to introduce Cleveland to “the most talented people” in the industry, he recalls.

“It’s just beginning,” Ifrati says of Alhajj’s work to rebuild and revitalize the spa and its sta after service slowed during and after the COVID-19 pandemic. “The most important thing is people. … There are many beautiful places, but I prefer to go to

places where people know what they’re doing.”

During Ifrati’s 30-year career he has served as artistic director and hairstylist mentor for TONI&GUY, a British international chain of hairdressing salons; an instructor for L’Oréal and Redken; and showcased his creative vision on high-pro le projects including the Make Up For Ever project in Paris and the

Above: Massage room at Spa West. Below: Guy Ifrati, hair stylist and colorist, in his salon at Spa West in Westlake. Jstyle Photos / Abigail Preiszig

Cutwork Emporio Armani fall-winter campaign.

Before in uencing the looks of socialites, models, politicians and more, Ifrati was raised by a family of hairdressers in Tel Aviv. At 26 years old, he decided he wanted more than “to be just another local hair salon” and invested in his career by moving to London.

“I wanted to learn, to grow,” Ifrati says. “Every place you go is a di erent style, di erent client, so you’re learning from every place, (and) every place you go in your life, you learn about yourself.”

Ifrati went on to work in Paris for 15 years, and then “fell in love with New York City,” where he lived for 11 years. Eventually he moved to Miami during the pandemic, where he met Alhajj who led him to Spa West.

In every location, Ifrati has found himself adapting to the needs of the clients and, with his expertise and artistic vision, aims to help people to look and feel their best, he says.

“When your hair looks good … the way you move in the world is di erent,” Ifrati says.

The perfect reset day at Spa West, according to Ifrati, would begin with a facial and a massage, a manicure and pedicure, and end with hair care, he says. It o ers over a dozen services at many price points to help clients relax and refresh.

SPA PACKAGES

Spa West o ers six di erent spa packages accommodating both individuals and couples. Each package includes a “balancing bliss” or “relaxation” massage, accompanied by services including facials, sauna sessions, nail care, blow outs, champagne or a car service provided to and from Spa West with a 2024 Range Rover.

HAIR STYLING AND COLOR

From classic to contemporary looks, Ifrati is adept at working with all hair types and textures to provide a subtle change or a bold new look in a relaxing environment. Women’s and men’s services include advanced and master cuts, balayage, ombre and highlights, blow dry and nish styles, and conditioning and keratin treatments.

MED SERVICES

Ranging from some of the most popular treatments for anti-aging, dermal llers, chemical peels and microneedling, medical-grade services can help clients put their best face forward. Body contouring and skin-tightening treatments include Venus Bliss, EmSculpt Neo, laser hair removal, detox cocoon treatments and spray tanning.

MASSAGE THERAPY

Spa West’s sta is trained in the physical manipulation of the muscles for relief and alleviation from scalp to maternity massages. When used properly, the common therapeutic practice has potential to alleviate back and neck pain, stress, anxiety and even insomnia as well as treat the musculoskeletal system to provide physical bene ts like reduced muscle tension and improved circulation. sj

Above: Pedicure stations at Spa West. Right: Spa West is located at 29109 Center Ridge Road in Westlake. Jstyle Photos / Abigail Preiszig

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Rhinoplasty: dramatic yet natural

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Rhinoplasty is the most complex of the common plastic surgery procedures. Contemporary techniques achieve dramatic results while preserving a natural, unoperated appearance. Nasal breathing is also optimized, so patients can look and breathe better. Alternatively, in appropriate patients, non-surgical rhinoplasty can use injectable llers to enhance without surgery.

Cosmetic rhinoplasty is individualized to suit each patient’s esthetic goals and physical characteristics. e procedure can be more or less aggressive depending on the patient’s goals, maintaining familial, ethnic, and individual traits. Common goals include reducing a hump on the bridge of the nose, decreasing the overall size of the nose, straightening deviation, elevating the tip of the nose, and re ning and narrowing the nasal tip.

Actual Rhinoplasty Patients

Actual Rhinoplasty Patients

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Two basic rhinoplasty techniques exist: open and closed (also known as endonasal). Some surgeons use only one technique, but in general open rhinoplasty is used for more aggressive procedures and procedures requiring re nement of the nasal tip. Closed rhinoplasty may be more commonly used to improve breathing without other esthetic changes or when reducing a hump on the nasal bridge without signi cantly altering the tip.

e most signi cant recent development in the eld of rhinoplasty is the non-surgical rhinoplasty. Asymmetries and irregularities may be smoothed out with injectable llers. A small hump in the bridge may be camou aged, and the nasal tip can be elevated. Non-surgical rhinoplasty is performed in the o ce, like most cosmetic injections. e injectable llers are not permanent, so the achieved changes are not either.

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Nosh News

Appetizing bites about Jewish chefs,restaurateurs and community staples

By Amanda Koehn and Lydia Kacala

Larder to open retail shop

Jeremy Umansky and Allie La Valle Umansky, co-owners and chefs at Larder Delicatessen and Bakery in Cleveland’s Hingetown neighborhood, will open a new retail venture, Larder Supply Company.

The couple have their eyes set on a “soft goal” to open the shop by the end of October and a “hard goal” of being open in time for Thanksgiving, Jeremy Umansky tells the Cleveland Jewish News.

Larder Supply Company will o er “mixed inventory,” including rehabilitated and repurposed kitchen tools and new products such as Japanese knives and fermentation supplies, he says. The shop will also o er an “eclectic selection” with glassware, plates, utensils and bar kits. Larder Supply Company will also o er knife sharpening services and cast iron pan seasoning or re-seasoning services, Umansky says.

“We don’t just want this to be a place to go when you need a knife,” he said. “If you have a cooking question, if you’re reading a cookbook at home and you don’t understand what the chef is talking about, we want you to know you can come into the

Larder Supply Company and simply ask. ... We want to create and foster a culinary community that’s diverse and intimate at the same time.”

Larder Supply Company will be at 1455 W. 29th St. The deli is at 1432 W. 29th St.

Documentary to serve up Corky & Lenny’s history

Fans of Corky & Lenny’s Restaurant & Deli will be able to see the iconic restaurant, which closed in Woodmere on Dec. 12, 2023, on the big screen as co-owners Kenny and Amanda Kurland have begun working with lmmakers to create a documentary about the restaurant.

The lm, which is in early stages of development with lmmakers Branson Wright and Joddy Eric Matthews, will feature interviews with the Kurlands and bits of history of Corky & Lenny’s, Kenny and Amanda Kurland share with the Cleveland Jewish News.

While interviews are still being collected, the Kurlands have already begun lming promotional content for the lm, which is being funded through crowd sourcing, Amanda Kurland says. The total budget the lmmakers hope to work with is about $146,000.

The Kurlands were approached by Matthews and Wright

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with the idea to develop a documentary about Corky & Lenny’s around the time it closed last December. The rst point of contact between the Kurlands and the lmmakers was Woodmere Mayor Benjamin Holbert.

Matthews’ grandmother used to bring him to Corky & Lenny’s, having memories of the restaurant from his childhood, he tells the CJN. The lm will detail the work Kenny Kurland put into the restaurant and will share memories of those who visited it throughout its 67-year run, Matthews says. The lm will also highlight the American deli industry as a whole.

“There’s a little part of me that hopes that (if) the right person sees it (the lm), they’ll want to open a small version (of Corky & Lenny’s),” Amanda Kurland says. “We still have all the rights to the name and the recipes, and it’d be really great to open up a small venue again.”

The shop, founded by spouses Jamie and Brad Kowit, follows a “fresh and friendly” motto, according to its website, highlighting the business’ approach to quality food and welcoming customer service.

JB Bagelry is open Tuesday through Sunday from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m., and o ers online ordering and catering options.

Larder opened in Hingetown in 2018, and its retail shop will open later this fall. CJN Photo

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Business partners Todd Thompson, left, and Douglas Katz opened Kiln Oct. 22 at the Van Aken District. Jstyle Photo / Amanda Koehn

KING LOCAL AT KILN

Chef Douglas Katz’s latest restaurant venture is all about connections through food, community and pottery

By Lydia Kacala

Fans of pottery and Douglas Katz’s eclectic restaurants can experience both at Kiln, Katz’s new restaurant at the Van Aken District in Shaker Heights.

Located in the space formerly occupied by Shake It and Garden City, the restaurant is heavily inspired by pottery and Katz’s beloved former restaurant, re food & drink, which closed in 2020 after almost 20 years in Cleveland’s Shaker Square neighborhood.

With a European bistro and modern American inspired menu focused on local and seasonal ingredients and communal dining experiences, Kiln opened Oct. 22 at 3396 Tuttle Road.

While themes of pottery, ovens, heat and re are important to the new restaurant and to Katz, its location also provides

connection to the chef and restaurateur’s childhood, he tells Jstyle during an early October walk-through of the restaurant.

“ re, the restaurant at Shaker Square, had huge inspiration on what we were doing – the warmth and the community feel,” says Katz, a resident of Cleveland’s Gordon Square neighborhood and congregant of Suburban Temple-Kol Ami in Beachwood. “And being at Van Aken is so special to me.”

BUILT ON LOCAL CONNECTIONS

Growing up in Shaker Heights, Katz and his family visited Sand’s Delicatessen and would hang out in the surrounding area. As an added boost of nostalgia, his brother, Peter Katz, owned Green Leaf Grocery in the early 1990s, in the area where the Van Aken District is now.

Moreover, Katz says the Ratner family, the longtime owners of the property where the mixed-use Van Aken District is located, have shown him and his restaurants support.

“The Ratners, in general, they’ve been so supportive of me and my restaurants, and I was so excited to be able to do it here with them,” he says.

Another aspect of the restaurant he’s excited to bring to the table is ingredients sourced from local farmers, an additional piece of inspiration from re. Having worked with local farmers during the operation of re, a farm-to-table restaurant, he thought it was important to bring that forward at Kiln, he says.

The restaurant is working with Marchant Manor Cheese, a European-inspired cheese company in Cleveland Heights

founded by Kandice Marchant; Killbuck Valley Mushrooms, a mushroom farm in Wayne County run by Tom and Wendy Wiandt; and Rittman Orchards & Farm Market, a family-owned apple orchard also in Wayne County. The restaurant will also use other local suppliers for wines, produce and more.

“ re was such a community around the people – the vendors, the customers. We’re trying to sort of recreate that here,” Katz says. “(Kiln is) more of a celebratory dining experience for your entire family, whether it’s the four- or ve-year-old, whether it’s the grandparent, whether it’s the young family.”

The crudite shareable at Kiln comes with local and seasonal vegetables and hummus from Zhug, Douglas Katz’s Middle Eastern-inspired Cleveland Heights restaurant. Photo courtesy of Douglas Katz.

ROOM FOR PLAY.

THE FOOD, ATMOSPHERE

Kiln’s menu, which was developed with chef Cameron Pishnery and nalized just ahead of the restaurant’s opening, includes several vegan and gluten-free options. Similar to Katz’s Zhug and Amba restaurants, Kiln focuses on shareable dishes. Some highlights include a house-made smoky tomato dressing, a French-inspired eggs and mayonnaise dish, a crudite served with Zhug’s hummus, a stu ed cabbage dish, and meat and sh creations like a pan-roasted half-chicken, Arctic char and ribeye steak tips. It also has dessert options such as an apple crisp and a baked Alaska, in addition to a craft cocktail menu and an extensive wine list.

To accompany the menu, the restaurant’s atmosphere also has a local in uence with artwork and decor by Cleveland artists, Katz says. In the rst- oor dining area, a painting by local artist Andy Curlowe hangs on the wall just behind a sleek curved booth.

Functional pottery, another inspiration for Kiln, o ers an “organic” and “earthy” vibe, with Katz’s own creations being used as centerpieces on tables throughout the restaurant. A hobbyist in pottery, Katz made ower bud vases to be lled with fresh owers and food-safe bowls and plates for use in the restaurant. He works with Billy Ritter, a west side Cleveland ceramicist. Katz also sourced plates from other local potters for speci c dishes to be served on, while simultaneously using some classic

plates and cutlery. Interesting, diverse light xtures and plenty of house plants meld with the pottery theme to create an ambiance that is re ned yet warm.

The rst oor of the restaurant houses its open kitchen, seating, a bar and its host stand at the front entrance. An elevator takes guests to the second oor, which houses more seating, a second bar and a working replace. Kiln will also o er rooftop patio seating overlooking the Van Aken District, with enough space for eight to 12 tables starting in spring 2025, Katz says.

“It’s all planted this year so that when we’re ready in the spring, it’ll just be ready to take o ,” he says of the patio space, decorated with potted plants. “... We’re really trying to make it feel like you’re in sort of a French garden.”

THE DETAILS

Kiln is open from 4 to 10 p.m. on weekdays, from 4 to 11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, and closed on Sunday. It accepts walkin guests along with some reservations, made on the Resy platform.

The restaurant is the newest addition to the growing restaurant group developed and founded by Katz and his business partner, Todd Thompson, called Edgewater Hospitality. It also operates Amba, the restaurant inspired by Indian cuisine in Cleveland’s Hingetown neighborhood, and the Mediterranean-inspired Zhug in Cleveland Heights.

Katz also brought sta , including chef de cuisine Gri en Stephens, from Zhug over to Kiln to open and operate the new restaurant, he says. Stephens was hired at Zhug soon after its

Left: Douglas Katz, founder of Kiln, holds one of his ower bud vases to be used as a table centerpiece. Above: Flower bud pottery ready to serve as decor at Kiln. Jstyle Photos / Amanda Koehn

opening in November 2019, and has been with the restaurant since.

Katz says he knew he would enter the restaurant industry and become a chef since he was 7 years old. He was “always in the kitchen” and was surrounded by the idea of entertaining groups of people from a young age because his mother enjoyed it, he says.

“My mother always had people (over) and was always entertaining, and I catered when I was really young,” Katz says. “I went to culinary school (and) went to the University of Denver for hotel and restaurant management. I always knew I was going to have my own restaurant.”

And continuing the family tradition, his 21-year-old twins, Abe and Amelia, also both work in restaurants while studying at college, he says.

That communal dining and familial experience continues to come full circle at Kiln.

“We just want everyone to be able to celebrate in an experience that has delicious, simple foods that you can share with the table,” he says. sj

Right: Stu ed cabbage from Kiln, a vegan dish made with kasha, eggplant, caraway and a tomato-cashew sauce. Photo courtesy of Douglas Katz. Below: Kiln aims to o er a communal dining experience. Jstyle Photo / Amanda Koehn

MIXING IN MODERN

Step up your home’s interior design for 2025

By Kaitlyn Finchler

Engaging in modern-traditional home styling, Re ections Interior Design in Oakwood Village is a women-led team of interior designers working to ful ll conceptto-completion designs. Led by Marissa Matiyasic, principal at Re ections, she shares with Jstyle readers three ways to incorporate new trends and themes for 2025, while balancing them with timeless pieces already in your home.

LAYERED ROOMS

A layered traditional look features decor and furniture from di erent eras, Matiyasic says.

“It could be di erent pieces that people have collected and using them in their spaces in more of a traditional way, but kind of updated as well,” she says. “So, not in a stu y, fussy, old grandma’s traditional home, but in a way that makes them feel curated among the pieces that they might have that are new and fresh now.”

Di erent textures can introduce a warm and inviting feel, creating rich layers. And while some may not want the stereotypical “traditional” look, they can incorporate clean lines and simple designs through mediums such as wallpaper.

“I don’t want to say (wallpaper) ever went out because we’ve always used wallpaper, but I think nally now the consumer is feeling more comfortable with it,” Matiyasic says. “And using it in di erent ways, like on their ceilings and patterns on their walls, I think people are not afraid of it anymore, which is great.”

A bathroom decorated with patterned wallpaper, brass elements, a vintage mirror and dark wood trim creates a layered look. Photo / RJ Fiorenzo

INTRODUCING COLOR, ENGLISH STYLE

Another direction Matiyasic sees furnishings and decor going in is the “English design” look. She visited London in September and says she can attest to the power of its trends.

“A lot of what they do is color drenching, and you’ll see a lot of that now,” Matiyasic says. “Which basically means that you take the color all over the walls and the trim and the casings, which we’ve done in the past and it’s kind of making its way around again.”

Color drenching allows for a lack of stark contrast, meaning not having light or dark trim against a colored wall. An interesting example of this could be a burgundy wallpaper and painting the trim and crown burgundy as well, she says.

“The most important thing when you’re trying to introduce color is to not use the same tone of that color everywhere,” Matiyasic says. “That’s just expected. So, we want to do it in a way that you’re using similar tones of that color throughout your room so that it feels a little bit more unique and unexpected.”

Another example of this could focus on the color blue, like a darker navy, and then incorporate a medium or lighter-toned blue to add dimension.

UPDATING TRADITIONAL PIECES

Some homeowners or renters might want to maintain the classic, historical aspects of their home aesthetic, but update some pieces to create a more modern feel. Furniture

Cream colored walls with sconces, gold and dark wood framed paintings, patterned rugs lining the hallways and stairs, and dark trim create a layered design. Photo / RJ Fiorenzo

A monochromatic room with the same color on the door, walls, trim and replace. Photo / Todd H. Carlson

arrangement and reupholstering can be small but substantial ways to do this, Matiyasic says.

“A room that’s very symmetrical, that has a classical feel –maybe doing something with the furniture that is asymmetrical” can create a contemporary touch, she says. “Changing the way the arrangement of furniture is, or even taking a piece of

furniture that is classical and putting more modern fabric on it.”

This also allows for an unexpected element of surprise, she adds. For example, an old co ee table could be upholstered in leather to bring it into the new year stylishly.

“A good way to do that is reupholstering some pieces of furniture or changing some lighting out,” Matiyasic says. sj

An all-green room, drenched in the color makes for an English-in uenced design. Photo / Todd H. Carlson

A room with traditional furniture and modernized light nishings make for a contemporary feel while maintaining classic elements. Photo / Todd H. Carlson

A traditional chair with updated fabric. Photo / Todd H. Carlson

Coming Home

Realtors share tips for buying your rst home

By Carlo Wol

uying your rst home is a big step. Family, friends and real estate agents can help you reach that decision.

If you’re ready to act on it, engage a Realtor who can guide you through the process, from identifying the home you want to getting the keys. As Realtor Michael Cancelliere of Howard Hanna says, buying a home isn’t rocket science. But it’s more than common sense.

Cancelliere and Realtor Adam Zimmerman of Engel & Völkers Distinct Real Estate, both based in Pepper Pike, said rst-time home buyers should engage with a licensed real estate agent to help them in their home-buying journey.

MAKING THE CHOICE

Cancelliere o ers key points to consider, in a kind of personal credo. Luxury real estate adviser Zimmerman goes by a “rule of three,” advising clients to vet three di erent lenders and three di erent home inspectors before settling on the ones who will steer them through the process.

“Just having a Realtor is paramount because we’re in tune with the community, with what’s out there,” Zimmerman says. “We’re even privy to what might not be out there in the

public eye. So, it’s always important to have a licensed professional, especially somebody that’s doing it at a high level on a full-time basis.”

A Realtor can also help you answer important questions like whether you truly want to be a homeowner, and if you can you a ord to be a homeowner. “It’s a big responsibility,” Cancelliere says. “Once you own a home, it’s on you.”

Don’t make this decision under pressure. Make it at the right time.

“I don’t really subscribe to the dogma you have to buy as soon as

you’re ready,” says Cancelliere, a renter in Shaker Heights. “I think if you’re in a stable position nancially to buy and it’s something you want to buy in your price point you can a ord, it’s a good time.”

A lender can help determine how much house you can a ord based on your nancial condition and prospects. And reducing or eliminating any highinterest debt, like credit card debt, helps a buyer qualify for a mortgage.

“Almost everyone has student loan debt, and that’s OK,” Cancelliere notes, “but a lot of people have high credit card debt.”

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According to investopedia.com, the lower the debt-to-income ratio, the more likely “a borrower will be approved, or at least considered, for the credit application.” Lenders prefer a DTI lower than 36%, with no more than 28% to 35% going toward servicing a mortgage, the website says.

Neither Cancelliere nor Zimmerman advises overextending yourself. Just because a lending institution quali es you for a $500,000 mortgage doesn’t mean you should buy a half-million-dollar home, Zimmerman says. Determine what level of loan you’re comfortable with, “and if (the lender) tells you it’s $2,000 a month, you really should be considering homes based on your down payment, based on where the rates are,” he says. “… The last thing I want is for somebody to be beholden to their home, to not be able to experience life outside of those four walls.”

SHOPPING AROUND

Once you and your lender gure out what you can a ord, shop around. Red ags to look for on house tours? Water in the basement, mold on walls and/or ceilings, condition of windows (are they the original wood and painted shut?) and, Cancelliere says, outdated knob-andtube wiring common in a market where “almost all our housing stock was built before World War II.”

Zimmerman advises inspections no matter the age of the property, even ones still under construction.

“A lot of times, if you’re building new construction, doing a pre-drywall inspection is the best time because they can see what they’re doing before the drywall goes up,” Zimmerman says.

He notes that working with professionals is particularly important “now that the real estate climate has changed a bit, with some new rules and regulations.”

This past summer, Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine signed legislation designed to standardize real estate practices. According to ohiorealtors.org, House Bill 466 “sets a new standard for transparency and trust in real estate transactions across the state by requiring written agreements

between real estate agents and their clients.” Those agreements must include expiration dates, fair housing information and relationship exclusivity. Before, no exclusivity was required.

“As of Aug. 17 of this year, in order to look at a home with a real estate professional, you need to have what’s called a buyer-exclusive agreement,” says Zimmerman. “It’s the same if you’re wanting to list your home for sale – you have an exclusive with that Realtor that goes on the buy side now.”

Implementation of the Ohio House bill follows a March 15 settlement of litigation against the National Association of Realtors brought on behalf of home sellers related to broker commissions.

Zimmerman, a property owner who lives in Orange, says real estate is always a good investment. Selecting the right partners in this complex, often-stressful process is critical, he suggests. If working with professionals is key to successful home buying, so is learning as much as possible about the condition of the home you’re considering, even a brand-new one.

FINDING A REAL ESTATE AGENT

So how do you nd a good Realtor?

“At Engel & Völkers, we rely on referrals and our sphere of in uence,” Zimmerman says. “Generally speaking, a lot of people,

especially rst-time home buyers, will ask their friends, ask their parents, people that have more experience.”

But times have changed with the internet as people often look for homes on zillow.com and realtor.com. Some will also seek out real estate agents on social media.

“Having that social media presence is also paramount because that’s how a lot of people are seeking out homes,” Zimmerman says. “A lot of people, even within our own brokerage, are doing quite a bit of business based on that social media presence.”

If people “see you on social media, they really feel like they know you – even if they don’t actually know you,” he adds.

Scrolling through real estate websites and seeing a potential home on your computer or smartphone isn’t the same as walking through the real thing, however. There’s nothing quite like stepping into the actual home you’ve dreamed of. Zimmerman conjures that eureka moment.

“We can have our rst meeting and you can tell me as a buyer, ‘This is the kind of house that I want,’” he says. “And you know what? By the second time we’re out looking at houses, what you thought you wanted might not be what you want. … As a rst-time buyer, you might not know what you want.” sj

Above: A residential building of townhomes in Cleveland’s Tremont neighborhood, sold by Michael Cancelliere of Howard Hanna. Photo / Michael Cancelliere

Opposite page: The interior of a listing of Adam Zimmerman’s in Gates Mills.

Photo / Engel & Völkers

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Adding energy efficient features to a house can bring costs down, decrease environmental impact

By Amy Richards

Many homeowners today are focused on environmental sustainability and energy e cient or “green” homes. Creating an energy e cient home is not only bene cial to the environment, but also can save homeowners money.

Whether you are building a new home or thinking about making changes to your existing home, there are various options you can incorporate.

WINDOW FILMS

Rachel Schabroni, manager/lead installer for Solar Solutions Inc. in Mentor, explains that “one simple way to make a home more energy e cient is to install carbon-based window lms to reduce the amount of light transmitted through windows.”

The e ciency is based on a Variable Light Transmittance rating that shows how much light transfers through the glass, she says. For example, a 90% VLT would allow 90% of light

through and block 10%, whereas a 45% VLT would allow 45% of light through and block 55%.

“This is especially important since so many homes are now built with walls of windows, which are beautiful but really heat up a home,” she says. “With window lms, less light goes in, so rooms stay cooler in the warm months. That helps tremendously with summer air conditioning costs. In the winter, the lms help keep heat in, improving heating costs as well.”

Installation is relatively easy. Films are installed on windows with soap and water, and are typically easy to remove, Schabroni says. She emphasizes it is important to have them installed by professionals, however, “to ensure that the correct lm is installed on each particular window so as not to void window warranties.”

Although energy savings and cost of installation depend on the size and structure of a home, a 70% or better VLT would save about 50% in energy costs, and installation is typically $9 to $20 a square foot, according to Schabroni. As far as making windows

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And, as added bonuses, window lms can provide privacy for bathrooms and slow down furniture fading.

EFFICIENT HVAC SYSTEMS AND TANKLESS WATER HEATERS

Steve Smylie, president of Smylie One Heating, Cooling & Plumbing in Bedford Heights, emphasizes the importance of energy e ciency in today’s world.

“Utility prices are going up, and America’s systems are overburdened,” he says. “If we don’t take control of the amount of gas and electric waste, rates will continue to increase and we will continue to see outages. If we are good stewards to the world and watch how we use electricity and gas, we will have it at good rates going forward.”

If your HVAC system is older than 10 years and you are planning to stay in your home for more than ve years, Smylie says “upgrading to more e cient systems can save 20 to 30% of operating/utility costs.”

With furnaces, “e ciency” means how much heat goes into a home for every dollar spent. For a 70% e cient system, 70 cents of each dollar goes into the home and 30 cents go out the window, he explains.

“New systems are 90 to 98% e cient, and variable speed systems make you more comfortable while not running at the highest speeds,” Smylie says.

If a new furnace or air conditioner is out of your budget, there

are less expensive solutions to make your HVAC system more energy e cient.

“First, and most importantly, have your furnace and air conditioner serviced yearly,” Smylie says. “A clean, wellmaintained system is less expensive to run. Second, change your thermostat to a Wi-Fi capable or programmable one that allows you to set it back when you are not awake or home.

“Third, seal your ducts. This is a very cost-e ective way to get the heat or cooling where you want it – in rooms you use instead of in attics and basements. Lastly, upgrade lters and use a humidi er which will allow you to turn your thermostat down and still stay comfortable.”

Homeowners can also save energy and money by replacing traditional hot water tanks with tankless water heaters, Smylie adds.

“They are 98% e cient and only use fuel when you use hot water,” he says. “They use coils to heat water instantaneously instead of holding it.”

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Above: Homes with a lot of windows bene t from carbon-based window lms that help keep rooms cool during heat waves and keep heat in during cold months. Photo courtesy of Solar Solutions Inc. Opposite page: Solar panels, seen being installed, improve a home’s energy e ciency. Photo courtesy of Solar United Neighbors.

SOLAR PANELS

Tristan Rader, Ohio program director of Solar United Neighbors, explains the importance of harnessing solar power at home.

“It is extremely important to reduce energy consumption,” he says. “Our country needs to get o of fossil fuels because of our increasing demand for energy. In order to meet future energy needs, it is important that each of us do our part with energy conservation whenever possible. We need to make sure that every watt or unit of energy we use is used in the best way possible so that we have a stable grid in the future.”

Solar panels, which can convert 20% to 30% of the sun’s energy to direct current energy, can help shoulder the burden by reducing the need for electricity from an aging grid, Rader says. By installing solar panels on a home’s roof, sunlight is collected and converted into energy that is then used to power homes while the sun is out.

“This greatly reduces energy bills. Homes will still be connected to the electric company’s grid and will use that electricity during dark hours,” he says.

Although the cost of installing solar panels depends on the size and structure of a home, typical installation is somewhere between $7,000 to $20,000, Rader says.

“Solar United Neighbors works with Solar Switch, which is a group-buying program that uses a reverse auction to get homeowners the best solar panel prices possible,” he adds.

And, the federal government o ers a 30% tax credit for anything

to solar installation, including solar batteries, which have become popular ways

blackout, he says.

Bryant ductless system, installable by Smylie One Heating, Cooling & Plumbing. Photo courtesy of Smylie One.

VIEW FROM THE BRIDGE

Don’t forget to take a moment to connect with the animals you meet out during scenic walks this season. The ducks seen here at Tall Oaks Resort are preparing for the winter shift, too!

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