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October
27

October 2021 LoLo Gifts - Cutler Real Estate

It's that time of year when ghosts and goblins may be hiding around every corner. But thanks to Cutler Real Estate and LoLo Gifts, October is coming up with nothing but treats!

We love helping people discover the amazing array of small businesses around Northeast Ohio, Columbus, and Cincinnati. Scare up some good times with October's list of free offers from Cutler Real Estate and LoLo Gifts.

October Gifts

Akron: A Meal

Canton: A Pizza or an Appetizer

Columbus: A Treat

Medina: Lunch or a Coffee and Pastry

Kent/Stow: A Meal

Wooster: Baked Spinach Artichoke Dip

Cincinnati: A Treat

Akron: A Meal

Ms. Julie's Kitchen

1809 S. Main St., Akron, OH 44301

Think vegan eating is boring? You may reconsider your whole dietary lifestyle after a delicious meat-free meal of Sloppy Mac or Mock Tunawich at Ms. Julie's Kitchen.

About Ms. Julie's Kitchen

"Sustainable" is more than just a trendy buzzword at Ms. Julie's Kitchen. Most of their ingredients come from 3 acres of city land they farm themselves. Owner Julie Costello earned the title of "Local Food Hero" for her influence in promoting healthy eating in the Akron community.

Contact and Hours

330.819.3834

Monday 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Tuesday - Saturday 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Canton: A Pizza or an Appetizer

DP Jackson Steak, Chop and Seafood House

6823 Wales Ave. NW, North Canton, OH 44720

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DP Jackson Steak, Chop and Seafood House takes appetizers as seriously as the rest of their menu. Get your meal off to a great start with Korean beef crostini, crab-stuffed mushrooms, or artisan pizza with your choice of toppings.

About DP Jackson Steak, Chop and Seafood House

2021 may not have seemed like an ideal time to open a restaurant. Thanks to quality upscale food in a casual setting, DP Jackson Steak, Chop and Seafood House beat the odds to gain a devoted following in just a few short months. Star of the show is the King's Meal, which includes an 8-oz filet mignon, 12-oz strip, and 14-oz Delmonico ribeye.

Contact and Hours

330.495.1881

Monday - Thursday 4 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Friday - Saturday 4 p.m. - 10 p.m.

Note: Reservations are strongly recommended

Columbus: A Treat

The Original Goodie Shop

2116 Tremont Center, Upper Arlington, OH 43221

How did The Original Goodie Shop win awards at the recent Donut & Beer Festival in Columbus? Taste the answer for yourself with a free cookie, brownie, or other sweet treat.

About The Original Goodie Shop

For more than 65 years, the Krenek family has been delighting generations of other Columbus families with four-star baked goods from The Original Goodie Shop. Their giant donut gained fame as an on-air birthday treat for Flippo the Clown, star of a local TV show during the 50s, 60s, and 70s. The shop is also licensed to sell Brutus Buckeye cookies and other OSU-themed products.

Contact and Hours

614.488.8777

Monday - Friday 7 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Saturday 7 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Medina: Lunch or a Coffee and Pastry

Grande Cafe and Roastery

4080 Creative Living Way, Medina, OH 44256

Need a break during your hectic day? Stop by Grande Cafe and Roastery for some R&R over a light lunch or coffee and pastry.

About Grande Cafe and Roastery

Yes, Grande Cafe and Roastery offers delicious scratch-made food and gourmet coffee roasted and brewed on site, but that's only part of their mission. The shop serves as a vocational training and work facility for individuals with disabilities, helping them develop skills to become more independent.

Contact and Hours

330.591.4434

Monday - Sunday 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Kent/Stow: A Meal

Grazers

123 N. Water St., Kent, OH 44240

Do the rules of good nutrition seem just too complicated? Take the guesswork out of eating healthy. Building your free meal at Grazers is as easy as 1-2-3.

About Grazers

At Grazers, there's no such thing as "special instructions" because each meal is created to your individual preference. Start with a base such as salad, rice bowl, or baked potato. Add your choice of six different proteins 20 different toppings, then finish with sauce or hummus. Sides include steamed broccoli, cheese quesadilla, and falafel.

Contact and Hours

330.968.6612

Monday - Saturday 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Wooster: Baked Spinach Artichoke Dip

The City Square Steakhouse

148 S. Market St., Wooster, OH 44691

Maybe it's not exactly what Mom had in mind when she told you to eat your vegetables. But baked spinach artichoke dip at The City Square Steakhouse is hard to beat.

About The City Square Steakhouse

When The City Square Steakhouse opened in 2008, it immediately became part of Wooster's tradition. The restaurant is located in downtown's historic Germania Hall building, which dates back to 1878. A warm, inviting ambiance combines with a first-class menu to fulfill the aim of owners Mike and Emily Mariola to offer "Big City Dining, Small Town Charm." 

Contact and Hours

330.262.2489

Monday - Thursday 3 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Friday - Saturday 3 p.m. - 11 p.m.
Sunday 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Cincinnati: A Treat

Sweet Hunter

1028 Delta Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45208

C'est magnifique! Bring some international flair to your day with a French macaron or Italian gelato from Sweet Hunter's European-inspired confectionary.

About Sweet Hunter

Don't be surprised if you find yourself making multiple trips to Sweet Hunter. With multiple flavors of delicate macarons, smooth gelato, and tangy sorbetto, you'll want to try every one. Make any event truly special with one of Sweet Hunter's custom-made gelato or macaron cakes.

Contact and Hours

513.386.9356

Monday - Friday 1 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Saturday - Sunday Noon - 10 p.m.

Never a Trick, Always a Treat!

Cutler Real Estate October 2021 LoLo Gifts

Want to keep the treats coming year-round? Cutler Real Estate offers a new selection of LoLo Gifts each month. Just contact your Cutler Real Estate agent to sign up for this great program.

September
29

LoLo Gifts for September - Cutler Real Estate

It's that time of year when leaves are falling, and so are the free gifts! Once again, Cutler Real Estate is teaming up with LoLo Gifts to bring you September's selection of freebies from merchants around Northeast Ohio, Columbus, and Cincinnati.

We love the variety of goods and services offered by local small businesses, and we hope these exciting offers lead you to discover a new favorite.

September Gifts:

Akron: A Coffee and a Pastry

Canton: Two Hotdog Combo

Columbus: A Tea

Medina: $10 Certificate

Kent/Stow: $10 Certificate

Wooster: A Coffee and a Pastry

Cincinnati: A Bottle of Olive Oil or Vinegar

Akron: A Coffee and a Pastry

Artisan Coffee

662 Canton Rd., Akron, OH 44312

In the 21st century, coffee is more than just a beverage, it's a work of art. Pick one of Artisan Coffee's creations, such as Maple Bourbon Cream Cold Brew, with a delicious pastry to go with it.

About Artisan Coffee

Artisan Coffee elevates a morning cup of joe to a high-quality experience. Fair-trade, organic coffee beans are roasted on-site, while syrups and caramel drizzle are also crafted in-house. Pastries and other food items are made from scratch using fresh, seasonal ingredients. Order online for easy curbside pickup.

Contact and Hours

234-334.6105

Monday - Friday 6:30 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Saturday 7:30 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Canton: Two Hotdog Combo

Major League Dawgs

6817 Wales Ave. NW, North Canton, OH 44720

Batter up! Hotdogs are as all-American as baseball. Hit a home run with the two hotdog combo from Major League Dawgs, where all dogs and French fries are made in-house.

About Major League Dawgs

Who knew hotdogs were so versatile? In addition to traditional beef hotdogs, Major League Dawgs serves varieties made from exotic meats such as bison, elk, wild boar, and ostrich. With three dozen hot and cold toppings available, ranging from bacon to peanut butter, the possibilities are endless.

Contact and Hours

330.495.1881

Monday - Thursday 11:00 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Friday - Saturday 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Columbus: A Tea

ZenCha Tea Salon

982 N. High St., Columbus, OH 43201

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Afternoon tea has been a cherished custom in England for more than two centuries. Start your own tradition with a soothing cup of tea from ZenCha Tea Salon.

About ZenCha Tea Salon

ZenCha Tea Salon has a mission to promote the entire culture that revolves around their favorite beverage. Staff members are referred to as "ambassadors" and the salon is designed to provide a sense of tranquility that enhances the benefits of drinking tea. The salon also serves a menu of soups, sandwiches, and Asian dishes.

Contact and Hours 

614.421.2140

Monday - Thursday 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Friday 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Saturday 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Sunday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Medina: $10 Certificate

Heart and Soul Gift Boutique

139 N. Court St., Medina, OH 44256

Looking for a special gift, or just in the mood to treat yourself? Use your $10 certificate toward one of the many unique items at Heart and Soul Gift Boutique.

About Heart and Soul Gift Boutique

No matter what the occasion, from baby showers to graduations, you'll find the perfect item at Heart and Soul Gift Boutique. You won't be able to resist picking up something for yourself from their incredible collection of home decor, handbags, jewelry, and beauty products.

Contact and Hours

330.952.2552

Monday - Friday 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Saturday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Sunday 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Kent/Stow: $10 Certificate

Off the Wagon

152 E. Main St., Kent, OH 44240

If laughter is the best medicine, shopping at Off the Wagon will cure whatever ails you. Brighten your day and use your $10 certificate toward an item that puts a smile on your face.

About Off the Wagon

Family-owned Off the Wagon prides itself on bringing the "weird and funny" to Northeast Ohio. Their shelves are full of classic gag gifts like rubber chickens, exploding golf balls, and whoopee cushions as well as games and toys. Even candy comes in unusual varieties such as sushi gummies and Tabasco jelly beans.

Contact and Hours

330.474.1330

Monday 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Tuesday - Friday 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Saturday 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Sunday 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Wooster: A Coffee and a Pastry

Tulipán Hungarian Pastry and Coffee Shop

122 S. Market St., Wooster, OH 44691

Coffee and a pastry makes a great start to a morning or a relaxing mid-day break. Enjoy either one with your September offer from Tulipán Hungarian Pastry and Coffee Shop.

About Tulipán Pastry and Coffee Shop

For years, Czech immigrant Elizabeth Lakatos delighted family and friends with strudel, linzer cookies, and other treats made from recipes handed down for generations. Elizabeth decided to share these goodies with the Wooster community by opening Tulipán Hungarian Pastry and Coffee Shop. Today, new owners Emily and Mark Schrull continue Elizabeth's legacy.

Contact and Hours

330.264.8092

Tuesday - Thursday 7 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Friday - Saturday 7 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Sunday 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Cincinnati: A Bottle of Olive Oil or Vinegar

Mt. Kofinas Olive Oil

Findlay Market, 1801 Race St., Stall 119 Inside Main Market, Cincinnati, OH 45202

What's the secret to cooking like a gourmet chef? Add some zest to your dishes with a bottle of olive oil or vinegar from Mt. Kofinas Olive Oil.

About Mt. Kofinas Olive Oil

You might say olive oil is in the DNA of the Semertzides family, founders of Mt. Kofinas Olive Oil. They take great pride in bringing the finest quality olive oil from their homeland of Greece to the Cincinnati area. This is the same product that has been used for generations in their small village at the base of Mt. Kofinas.

Contact and Hours

513.381.0204

Tuesday - Friday 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Saturday 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Sunday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Fall Into Savings

September 2021 LoLo Gifts - Cutler Real Estate

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August
27

LoLo Gifts for August 2021 - Shop Local - Cutler Real Estate

Summer is a perfect time to explore the delightful assortment of small, independent businesses around Northeast Ohio, Columbus, and Cincinnati. Cutler Real Estate and LoLo Gifts are adding a little more sunshine to your day with these exciting free offers.

Our Cutler Real Estate agents love to promote local merchants. That's why we've teamed up along with LoLo Gifts to provide you with incentives to discover the joys of supporting small businesses in the community.

August Gifts:

Akron: $10 Certificate

Canton: A Pint or a Flight

Columbus: Candy

Medina: A Glass of Wine

Kent/Stow: A Juice

Wooster: $10 Certificate

Cincinnati: A Juice

Akron: $10 Certificate

Hoppin' Frog Brewery

1680 E. Waterloo Rd., Akron, OH 44306

Rare and vintage don't apply only to clothing, furniture, and wine. Use your $10 certificate on Orange You Diggin' It IPA, Wild Juniper Jubilation, or one of the other intriguing varieties at Hoppin' Frog Brewery.

About Hoppin' Frog Brewery

The folks at Hoppin' Frog Brewery aren't content with being rated Best Beer in Ohio. For 14 years in a row, RateBeer has included them among the top 100 breweries in the world, coming in at #26 in 2020. Hoppin' Frog's tasting room menu is highlighted by their signature beer shakes, available in flavors such as chocolate and cake batter.

Contact and Hours

330.352.4578 x2

Tuesday - Thursday 3 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Friday - Saturday 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.

Canton: A Pint or a Flight

Royal Docks Brewing Co. Taproom + Kitchen

7162 Fulton Dr. NW, Canton, OH 44718

Can't decide on just one of the amazing beer options at Royal Docks Brewing Co. Taproom + Kitchen? Use your offer to sample a flight and find your new favorite from choices like Pav's Creamery, a salted caramel blonde dessert ale.

About Royal Docks Brewing Co. Taproom + Kitchen

After living in Great Britain for a few years, the owners of Royal Docks Brewing Co. decided to bring the pub concept back to their hometown of Canton and give it an American twist. The taproom and kitchen is a warm, welcoming place to relax with friends over a pint and a Royal Scotch Egg flatbread sandwich. 

Contact and Hours

330.353.9103

Monday - Tuesday 4 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Wednesday - Thursday 4 p.m. - 11 p.m.
Friday 4 p.m. - midnight
Saturday Noon - midnight
Sunday Noon - 10 p.m.

Columbus: Candy

Buckeye Candy Co.

104 Granville St., Columbus, OH 43230

What better place to capture that kid-in-a-candy-store feeling than an actual candy store? Recapture your youth or treat your own kids with this sweet offer from Buckeye Candy Co.

About Buckeye Candy Co.

Whatever sugary treat you crave, chances are good it's on the shelves at Buckeye Candy Co. In addition to classic favorites such as Mary Janes, Nerds, and Coffee Crisp, the shop specializes in locally-made sweets such as Neapolitan coconut bars from Candy Farm.

Contact and Hours

614.269.7116

Sunday - Monday Noon - 5 p.m.
Tuesday - Thursday Noon - 5:30 p.m.
Friday - Saturday Noon - 6 p.m.

Medina: A Glass of Wine

Jilbert Winery

1496 Columbia Rd., Valley City, OH 44280

Ernest Hemingway once lamented, "My only regret in life is that I did not drink more wine." Avoid Hemingway's fate with a glass of wine in the charming surroundings of Jilbert Winery.

About Jilbert Winery

Family-owned Jilbert Winery is a picture-perfect place to unwind and sample some great wines. The picturesque grounds include the Jilbert house, which dates back to 1913, and a historic dairy barn that was built in 1905. You're welcome to bring your pizza, finger foods, or cheese and crackers.

Contact and Hours

216.618.5749

Friday 5 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Saturday Noon - 9 p.m.
Sunday 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Kent/Stow: A Juice

Kwench Juice Cafe

100 E. Erie St. #126, Kent, OH 44240

Freshly squeezed juice quenches your thirst and provides a number of valuable nutrients. Start your day or get an afternoon pick-me-up in your favorite flavor at Kwench Juice Cafe.

About Kwench Juice Cafe

Natasha, owner of Kwench Juice Cafe, opened the shop to share her passion for health and nutrition with others. All products, including juices, smoothies, and açai bowls, are made with fresh, organic ingredients that are sourced locally whenever possible. 

Contact and Hours

330.302.1682

Monday - Thursday 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Friday - Saturday 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Sunday 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Wooster: $10 Certificate

Books in Stock

140 E. Liberty St., Wooster, OH 44691

Stephen King certainly knows from experience when he says, "Books are a uniquely portable magic." Experience a little magic of your own with a $10 certificate to use on any purchase at Books in Stock.

About Books in Stock

For more than 30 years, bookworms around Wooster have been feeding their obsession at Books in Stock. The shop has expanded to a second floor to accommodate the inventory of 85,000+ used and rare books. Current owners Ben and Amanda Stock are the son and daughter-in-law of founder Judi Stock.

Contact and Hours

330.262.2665

Monday - Saturday 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Sunday Noon - 5 p.m.

Cincinnati: A Juice

Rooted Juicery & Kitchen

17 E. 6th St., Cincinnati, OH 45202

Who says eating healthy has to be boring? You'll be hooked after you try one of the tasty natural juices from Rooted Juicery & Kitchen.

About Rooted Juicery & Kitchen

You don't have to be vegetarian to enjoy the delicious, plant-based food and drinks served at Rooted Juicery & Kitchen. In addition to fruit and vegetable juices, milks, and smoothies, the menu features meatless sandwiches, wraps, and grain bowls, along with vegan treats such as donuts, muffins, and bars.

Contact and Hours

513.381.2876

Monday - Friday 7 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Saturday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Sunday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Land of the "Free"

LoLo Gifts for August 2021 - Cutler Real Estate

If you're reading this, you're already qualified to join in the fun! Just contact your Cutler Real Estate agent to get signed up for our monthly program of LoLo Gifts.

August
25

Food Tours - Explore Ohio - Cutler Real Estate

One of the best ways to discover new places to eat is to take a food tour. Some of these tours focus on restaurants. Others also visit grocery stores, breweries, specialty shops, and even farms. Thankfully, there are plenty of fun and engaging food tours around Ohio. Here are a few tasty options to try.

Canton Food Tours

555 Market Ave. N, Canton, OH 44702

If you're looking at homes for sale in Northeast Ohio, be sure to make time for a tour with Canton Food Tours. This company offers a few different food tours in and around the city of Canton. Their Afternoon Hall of Fame City Food Tour takes you to four restaurants in the Canton Arts District, and their Evening Hall of Fame City Food Tour features small-plate entrees, desserts, and more.

You can book your tour on Canton Food Tours' website. Prices start at $58 per person, and most tours take about 3 - 4 hours. If you have dietary restrictions, they can be accommodated as long as you let Canton Food Tours know in advance.

Relish City Food Tours

Cleveland, OH

Relish City Food Tours promises to give you an inside look at Cleveland's vibrant food scene. Their Ohio City Food Tour takes you on a walk through historic neighborhoods. You'll stop at the West Side Market, the Ohio City Farm, and several unique restaurants, sampling seasonal goodies along the way. The guides share local stories and insights into Cleveland's culture.

Tickets range from $50 to $87 per person and can be purchased on Relish City Food Tours' website. There is the option to include drink pairings for an extra fee.

Cleveland Cycle Tours

2061 Gehring Ave., Cleveland, OH 44113

If you want to get some exercise and enjoy great food, Cleveland Cycle Tours is a great company to book with. They offer several different tour routes, each winding through a portion of the city with stops at two different pubs for drinks and snacks.

The Tremont Outing Tour is an especially good choice. With a small group, you'll pedal through this artistic neighborhood, stopping to sample some locally brewed beer. The tour guides are really upbeat and engaging.

Columbus Food Adventures

Columbus, OH 43215

Columbus Food Adventures offers a few different food tours in the city of Columbus. You can choose a van tour for convenience or a walking tour if you'd like a bit more exercise. 

One of the top tours through Columbus Food Adventures is their German Village Tour. At a price of $62 per person, it lasts 4 hours and takes you to 6 different tasting stops. The Old Worthington Tour is another great choice, especially if you're interested in history. It introduces you to Old Worthington, its farmers' market, and its top restaurants. Of course, the All Desserts Tour and the Brewery District Walking Tour have plenty of fans, too.

Columbus Craft Cocktail Tour

Columbus, OH 43215

If you're looking at Columbus homes for sale, this is a tour you can't miss. Cocktails are not exactly food, but they are definitely culinary works of art — and well worth sampling! This tour company charges $75 per person, which includes bartender gratuity. Tours are only open to those ages 21 and up.

The Columbus Craft Cocktail Tour visits three premier cocktail bars. Options include The Citizens Trust, Denmark on High, and Mouton, among others. At each bar, you'll enjoy a signature drink and light appetizers. Participants also get a mixology lesson.

Columbus Ale Trail

Columbus, OH 43215

Perhaps a self-guided tour is more your speed. If so, you should consider touring the Columbus Ale Trail. The trail consists of more than 50 craft breweries in and around Columbus, Ohio. Visit your first brewery to grab a copy of the map, and then follow the map to visit as many breweries as you wish. At each stop, you can sample a beer and get a stamp on your map. Turn in your map with four stamps for a patch and sticker.

Breweries along the Columbus Ale Trail include 1487 Brewery, Antiques on High, The Brew Brothers, Brewdog, Galena Brewing Co., Land Grant Brewing, and Outerbelt Brewing, among others. 

Cincinnati Food Tours

107 W. Elder St., Cincinnati, OH 45202

If you're shopping for a home around Cincinnati, then taking a tour with Cincinnati Food Tours is a good way to get your culinary bearings. This company offers a few different tours in and around Cincinnati.

One top option is the Beyond the Market tour. For $69 per person, this tour takes you through one of the city's most historic districts. You'll stop at restaurants, breweries, and wineries along the way, sampling appetizers, beer, wine, and desserts. Another good choice is the All-American Food Tour in Pendleton, which takes you through Ziegler Park, an artistic neighborhood. Here, you'll sample biscuits, whiskey, and more.

Riverside Food & Culture Tours

145 Second St. E, Cincinnati, OH 45202

Riverside Food & Culture Tours is another great tour company operating in Cincinnati. Their Cincy Top 10 Sites and Bites City Tour is a popular choice. It lasts three hours, and it takes you through the downtown area with stops to enjoy Belgian waffles, German goetta, Skyline chili dogs, and more.

If you'd rather ride than walk, then you may want to try the Cincinnati Streetcar Food Tour instead. It takes a similar route through the Queen City of the West. You'll experience a little of everything, from traditional Indian restaurants to Scottish pubs.

Craft Connection: Cincinnati Brewery Tours

331 E. 13th St., Cincinnati, OH 45202

With craft beer is a big part of Cincinnati culture, this brewery tour is the perfect way to experience the area. You'll ride on a bus, visiting three or four breweries with samples at each one. Wine and beer are allowed on the bus, too, so even the driving portion of the tour feels like a party.

The buses used on this tour hold 14 people. You can reserve your spot on the company's website. Typically, tours are offered on Fridays and Saturdays and last between 3 and 4 hours. The cost is $50 - $55 per person, depending on the day. This includes transportation and your beer samples.

Eat and Enjoy

Which of these food tours will you embark on? Get ready to embrace the deliciousness. 

June
4

Donut Shops Around Ohio - Cutler Real Estate

Who doesn't like donuts? The delicious fried treats come in enough forms and flavors to please just about anybody, and they even have their own designated Doughnut Day, which falls on June 4. Whether you spell it donut or doughnut, like yeast versions or cake varieties, or crave traditional or out-of-the-box flavors, you'll be able to indulge your cravings around Northeast Ohio.

Try any of the following 9 places to enjoy a delectable donut – or two! – in Northeast Ohio, Columbus, or Cincinnati.

Jack Frost Donuts

4960 Pearl Rd., Cleveland, OH 44109

Since it opened in 1937, Jack Frost Donuts has gained a loyal following through the generations. As their slogan says, every batch is made from scratch, and you can enjoy familiar favorites as well as fun new flavors and designs. The shop makes over 200 types of donuts and has a daily menu as well as rotating additions of other flavors. On the daily menu, you'll find delicious offerings like Boston cream, cherry cheesecake, Death by Chocolate, and a Fruity Pebbles cereal cake donut. Or try a specialty donut, like banana split strawberry cream, Almond Joy, Reese's Cup chocolate cream, or a cake donut with Fruit Loops cereal and white icing. Hours are 6 a.m.-6 p.m. daily, unless the shop sells out of its offerings sooner.

Bigmouth Donut Company

1418 W. 29th St., Cleveland, OH 44113

You can get your fill of craft donuts made from scratch using fresh, natural ingredients at Bigmouth Donut Company. And if you have special dietary needs or preferences, you may want to try some of their vegan or gluten-free options. Order raised brioche donuts in flavors like Georgia peach, peanut butter buckeye, and lemon raspberry, or indulge in fry cakes in flavors like blueberry or Oreo cookie. Gluten-free options include vanilla bean glazed, or go vegan and gluten-free with a choice like chocolate with peanut butter cream. Hours are 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Friday-Sunday.

Peace Love & Little Donuts

3786 Rocky River Dr., Cleveland, OH 44111

As its name indicates, you'll find the donuts smaller than what you're accustomed to at Peace Love & Little Donuts, but many people refer to them as the perfect size. And if your appetite is a little bigger, you can use their smaller size as the perfect excuse to indulge in several of the tasty treats by sampling different flavors. The shop serves cake-style donuts with frosting and a selection of "funkadelic" toppings. Choose from fun flavors like apple pie, M&M, Oreo cheesecake, s'mores, salted pretzel, and many more. Hours are 7 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, and 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Sunday.

Holtman's Donuts

1332C-2 Vine St., Cincinnati, OH 45202  

Holtman's Donuts has been a family-owned and operated business since 1960, making donuts using the highest quality of ingredients. Throughout the years, they've been made from scratch, from the dough to the icings, glaze, custard, and white cream. Choose your favorite type of donut – yeast, cake, or long John, and indulge in favorites like red velvet cake with cream cheese icing, a yeast donut with maple icing and bacon topping, or a yeast donut with vanilla icing and Fruity Pebble cereal topping. Hours are 7 a.m.-2 p.m. Wednesday-Sunday.

Silverton Donut Shop

7414 Montgomery Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45236  

Silverton Donut Shop is a no-frills mom-and-pop shop that serves up delicious treats, opening early in the morning to do so. Cincinnati Magazine suggests ordering a freshly glazed donut dunked in hot coffee and also says the star of Silverton's is the Honeymoon Donut, which has developed a cult following. The yeast donut is fried, glazed, and filled with your choice of lemon meringue or Bavarian crème custard. The shop has also been certified Kosher. Hours are 5 a.m.-8 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday, 5 a.m.-4 p.m. Friday, and 6 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.

Gadabout Doughnuts

1719 Elm St., Cincinnati, OH 45202

Gadabout Doughnuts is a craft doughnut shop that serves an interesting variety of flavors. Try a vibrantly iced blueberry lemon donut or go upscale with a chocolate lemon donut with shortbread. If you're ordering for more people than just yourself or would like more variety, order a mini box of eight of the shop's donuts in miniature size. Order online and pick your donuts up on Saturday from 7 a.m.-11 a.m. on Saturday.

Destination Donuts

59 Spruce St., Columbus, OH 43215

Get uniquely decadent treats at Destination Donuts, which uses quality ingredients that are locally sourced whenever possible. They're made without preservatives, additives, and other "fake stuff," and the donuts' flavor reflects this commitment to quality. Flavors change daily and include creative offerings like triple berry cardamom, maple sausage, mojito, and salty caramel with toasted pecans. Hours are 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday.

Amy's Donuts

650 Georgesville Rd., Columbus, OH 43228

Enjoy your fill of delicious donuts in clever flavors at Amy's Donuts, with choices like chocolate almond cake and cherry lemon. You can also choose from the shop's selection of gourmet donuts, including Andes mint, bananas foster, and Butterfinger glaze. Hours are 4 a.m.-10 p.m. daily, and the drive-thru is open 24 hours a day 7 days a week so you can indulge your late-night donut cravings.

Buckeye Donuts

1998 N. High St., Columbus, OH 43201

Located across from The Ohio State University's campus, Buckeye Donuts has been a Columbus classic since 1969. Order a customer favorite such as the shop's namesake Buckeye donut, a devil's food donut plain or frosted, or a maple bacon long john. Hours are, as the shop advertises, "open always, closed never!" so you'll be able to get your donut fix around the clock.

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Where's your favorite donut shop, and what flavors make you go out of your way to stop and order? 

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