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Dean Jackson

Dean Jackson

Whatzup Features Writer

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It did not take long for The Village Tap to reopen after a car crashed into it.

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 […]
Tony and Kara West have taken ownership of The Oyster Bar.

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 will open at Orchard Crossing on Dec. 9.

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 […]
B&B Meat & Seafood Market is one of the vendors at Union Street Market.

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.  […]
The Liberty Monster Burger might take a couple sittings to finish.

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 […]
Acme by Full Circle has been greeted with open arms.

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 Mexican Grill doesn't skimp on portion sizes.

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 […]
Bob's Restaurant in Woodburn will soon open as Willie's Cafe.

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.

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 […]