New eats are sprouting up in Tempe as chef Ivan Jacobo announces the opening of his latest venture, Flour & Thyme, by the end of January. With its roots in a 1933-built house, this 1,700-square-foot space will offer Tempe diners upscale breakfast and lunch selections, accompanied by gourmet coffee and freshly baked pastries. Not resting on its laurels, according to Phoenix New Times, Jacobo plans to introduce dinner services in late February, shifting to an innovative small plates concept divided by the elements of air, land, garden, and sea.
Occupying a spot on Mill Avenue, away from the high-energy party district, Flour & Thyme's intention to grace the quieter neighborhoods bordering Arizona State University's cultural landmarks seems clear. With a nod to European elegance, the furniture setup invites casual yet refined dining, featuring a side yard designed for little diners complete with turf and toys. Jacobo told Phoenix New Times, "I want people to have a conversation and you can do that with small plates," emphasizing a communal dining experience that deviates from his fine-dining backdrop in downtown Phoenix.
While Tempe residents anticipate the communal bites of Flour & Thyme, the taste buds of Cleveland are having their own moment. Known for the heartland's melting pot of cultures, Cleveland's food scene is a homage to the city's rich Irish, German, Polish, and Italian ancestry. Visitors and locals alike can find mouthwatering pierogis, paczki, bratwurst, bagels, and chicken paprikash, as listed by Cozymeal. These dishes underline the city's gastronomic diversity, from rockin' brunch spots to lakeside dinner views.
The culinary landscape, just like the famed tunes at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, positions Cleveland not just as a hub of musical history, but as a thriving food destination that complements its cultural offerings, earning the city its "Cleveland Rocks!" reputation, a phrase immortalized by native Drew Carey. The Cleveland food scene promises to keep climbing the charts, ensuring that whether before marveling at the masterpieces at the Cleveland Museum of Art or after a Lake Erie adventure, there is always a flavorful spot to refuel.
