Archive - The Columbus Foodletter

Are Sauerkraut Balls an Ohio Original?

What do Akron, Duncan Hines and the Hey Hey Bar & Grill have in common? Sauerkraut balls.

13 hrs ago •

Foodletter Eats: Dan the Baker's Sandwiches & a Puerto Rican Food Truck

This week, we explore the new lunch offerings at Dan the Baker and enjoy Puerto Rican mofongo on the West Side.

Jul 3 •

An Early Look at Isla in Merion Village and La Tavola's New Bar

Exciting changes are afoot at La Tavola and Lupo, and we share thoughts (and photos!) from our preview at Andrew Smith's Isla.

Jul 1 •

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June 2025

Dine Like an Expert: How to Keep Cool Like a Korean

From samgyetang to jaengban kooksoo, here are a few Korean dishes to seek out this summer.

Jun 26 •

Foodletter Eats: The Jerk Spot's Secret Weapon & Pizza at Bellawood Farm

We recently checked out the Jamaican food spot at Budd Dairy, plus a new destination for pizza in Canal Winchester.

Jun 24 •

Meatloaf Mondays & More at Ashbrook Distillery and Grill

In today's edition, we recommend a pub grub destination in Ashville, Ohio

Jun 19 •

Columbus' Own Black Cap Hot Sauce Favors Flavor over Hot Hot Heat

We caught up with Jack and Nicki Moore, the owners of the growing hot sauce company, about their recent collaborations and what's next.

Jun 17 •

Grandview Heights’ New Farmers Market is a Welcome Option on Sundays

Plus, a look at Tulip Cafe's expansion and our favorite picks off the Turkish menu.

Jun 13 •

Inside the Quirky Tradition of Cracking a Wheel of Parmigiano Reggiano

Carfagna's Parmageddon returns June 20-22, and the owners of Black Radish Creamery share their go-to Parm salad dressing

Jun 11 •

A Tale of Two 161 Food Trucks: Standout Cemitas & Hit-or-Miss Guatemalan Fare

Plus, a look inside Goodfellas Pizzeria, which opens Friday in the Short North.

Jun 5 •

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There's No Fighting It: You Need to Experience Bonifacio's Boodle Night

Plus, Ray Ray’s starts a new chapter in Clintonville, and a local Jamaican eatery is expanding.

Jun 3 •

May 2025

Eight Go-To Breakfast Meeting Spots in Columbus

Plus, a decade-old Arena District restaurant calls it quits, and Metsi's announces an opening date.

May 29 •

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