"Franklin Square has always been a reliable place to get a tasty sandwich or gyro, unlike many of Kent's restaurants (to my memory, at least). But I'm happy to report that the dining culture in Kent is showing signs of improvement. Could it have something to do with local food producers like Lucky Penny?..."
And here are two snippets from a story entitled "Meals are Casual, Eclectic in Kent" in the Food Section of today's Akron Beacon Journal:
"The Franklin Square Deli is another popular lunch spot, and a favorite of Chef Michael Fiala, who operates the River Brasserie & Bar in Cuyahoga Falls, but lives in Kent where his uncle, Jerry Fiala, is mayor.
Fiala usually orders a No. 6 — smoked ham, salami and provolone — or a No. 9, which is a No. 6 with cappicola added to it. The deli has been at Franklin and Water streets in the heart of downtown since 1983."
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"Kent also is home to Portage County's newest goat cheese creamery. Cheesemaker Abbe Turner opened Lucky Penny Creamery in an abandoned union hall on Temple Avenue last year. The cheese is made with milk from the goat herd she raises at her Hiram Township farm. It's been finding its niche on grocery store shelves throughout the area.
Lucky Penny is one of several artisan goat cheeses made in Portage County, and Turner also offers cooking classes at the creamery. While it's away from the hustle and bustle of campus, Turner said she's been surprised by how many customers have found her during her limited hours on Saturday when she sells cheeses and goat's milk soap. She hopes eventually to develop the creamery into more of a destination, which could include serving food and wine."
...No, the article doesn't make the same connection, exactly, but it hints at it. For the full article, click here. That's all.
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