May 13, 2008

Behind The Lens

David Lay Behind The Lens

Melt, Observed

My article about Melt (as I wrote about here ) is in this week’s issue of the Lakewood Observer. You can download a PDF copy of the issue here.

[where: 44107]

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May 11, 2008

Behind The Lens

David Lay Behind The Lens

I’m a Big Cheese Now

I went to Melt (again!) this morning, to check out their Sunday Brunch menu.

I had the Wake & Bacon, which is essentially an omelette in sandwich form: 2 fried eggs, crisp bacon, and american cheese, between two huge pieces of toasted bread. I ate most of it, but had to take a good 1/3 of it home. Hello, lunch!

The wonderful waitress/bartender tipped me off to Melt’s Big Cheese Club: a loyalty program with some pretty cool perks. Next time you find yourself elbows-deep in a sandwich there, ask about it.

In other news, Slashfood picked up my post about the Parmageddon. Welcome, Slashfood readers!

[where: 14718 Detroit Ave, Lakewood, OH 44107]

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May 8, 2008

Behind The Lens

David Lay Behind The Lens

Parmageddon It

Photo: The Parmageddon. Potato & cheese pierogies, grilled onions, and slabs of cheddar sandwiched between two huge slices of bread. Sinfully delicious.

This morning, I paid Melt Bar And Grilled a visit, as part of an article I’m writing for the Lakewood Observer. You can view the article here (Melt, Observed) or download the Lakewood Observer issue PDF.

Melt is featured in the May 2008 issue of Esquire’s “The Best Sandwiches In America“.

Owner/chef Matt Fish is a really nice guy, really dedicated to what he does, and it shines in his food. The cuisine is extremely unique, delicious and belly-busting at the same time.

People like Matt, and restaurants like Melt, truly are gems here in Cleveland.

(+10pts if you got the Def Leppard reference.)

[where: 14718 Detroit Ave, Lakewood OH 44107]

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