Dean Jackson
Whatzup Features Writer
Articles
Village Tap reopens after car hits building
After closing for about a week due to a car slamming into the side of the building on Dec. 9, The Village Tap on East State Boulevard has reopened. The […]
New owners to keep Oyster Bar pearl of city
Former chef Tony West has been called back home by The Oyster Bar. West and his wife, Kara, officially purchased the South Calhoun Street landmark from Steve and Brenda Gard, […]
Crumbl Cookies moving into Orchard Crossing
The national chain store Crumble Cookies will hold their grand opening in the Orchard Crossing shopping center, between Target and Barnes & Noble, on Friday, Dec. 9. The store says […]
Union Street opens to plenty of fanfare
I joined thousands of others last weekend and gave in to the urge to visit the new Union Street Market at Electric Works. I can tell you the buzz is warranted. […]
Liberty Diner serving monstrous burger
Now I understand what Carly Rae Jepsen meant when she sang, “I wasn’t looking for this, but now you’re in my way” on her 2012 mega-hit “Call Me Maybe.” But […]
Resounding response for Acme’s return
He had a strong hunch. Dreamers always have a hankering to cut against the grain. And Tim Longardner had enough experience, a lot in the food service industry and as […]
Cebolla’s generous with price, portions
It’s been a Fort Wayne favorite for years. Cebolla’s Mexican Grill is a local restaurant group with many area locations, including Don Chava’s on North Wells Street. Last week, I […]
Willie’s replacing Bob’s in Woodburn
The name has changed, but much of what made Bob’s Restaurant in Woodburn an east Allen County staple for decades will be back as Willie’s Cafe II. Kim Campbell, who […]
Lucky Turtle Grill has something for everyone
It had been years since I even stepped inside Lucky Turtle Grill and Lucky Moose Lounge at 622 East Dupont Road near Pine Valley. To be honest, I’m not sure […]