Cibo Ristorante has opened in downtown Columbia City at 223 W. Van Buren St. “Cibo,” which means “food” in Italian, is the inspiration of owner Wes Davison, who brings more than three decades of experience to the effort.

Cibo Ristorante’s menu showcases authentic dishes from different regions of Italy, offering appetizers, salads, soups, sandwiches, pasta, entrées, and desserts. 

Appetizers include artichokes, onions, tomatoes, and olives. 

The pasta selection features penne and butter, penne Alfredo, penne marinara, classic spaghetti and meatball, and sausage marinara. 

Entrées include shrimp, chicken, salmon, and prosciutto. For dessert, there’s tiramisu or limoncello cake. 

For decades, The Nook occupied this location, serving Coney dogs and comfort food since 1974. The Nook closed its doors in July. 

Cibo Ristorante is open from 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Monday-Saturday.

Riviera Maya opens at Jefferson Pointe

Riviera Maya Mexican Grill is open at Jefferson Pointe in Fort Wayne, taking over the space occupied by Tucanos Brazilian Grill. 

With other locations in Anderson, Columbus, and Fishers, Riviera Maya continues the tradition of serving authentic Mexican cuisine. These locations feature decor that includes limestone and stained-glass windows salvaged from structures around the state.

The Jefferson Pointe location is open 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sunday-Thursday and  11 a.m.-10:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday. 

North-side Tim Hortons closes

When Tim Hortons, the beloved Canadian coffee and pastry shop founded by an NHL player, arrived in Fort Wayne in 2014, it had ambitious plans to open more than a dozen stores. 

Fast forward to now, and there’s just one store left at 3975 Ice Way since the shop at 12677 Coldwater Road recently closed. 

You might remember the stores on Crescent Avenue, Lima Road, West Jefferson Boulevard, and even ones inside Lutheran Hospital and ITT Aerospace. 

The chain has more than 650 locations in the U.S.

Dairy Queen celebrates spring with free cone

As the weather turns milder, we are daydreaming about spring and ice cream. 

On Thursday, March 20, celebrate the first day of spring with a free small Dairy Queen cone. 

Dairy Queen’s Free Cone Day has a “Dip it for Kids” fundraiser. Donate $1 to have your cone dipped in chocolate, with proceeds supporting the Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals, including Riley Hospital for Children in Indianapolis.

Pair of Zesto shops set opening dates

Speaking of ice cream, a pair of local Zesto shops have announced their opening day.

On the southwest side of Fort Wayne, the Village of Coventry, 5740 Falls Dr., location will open Tuesday, March 1.

Farther north, the Zesto at St. Joe Village, 6218 St. Joe Center Road, will open for the season Thursday, March 6. 

Check Whatzup for opening dates for the original location on Broadway as well as the location at Coldwater Crossing.

Kick off March at Taste of Warren

On Saturday, March 1, don’t miss Taste of Warren, an annual event that showcases the best local food and drink establishments from 7-9 p.m. at Dash 90 Wines, 6750 West 900 South-90, in Warren. 

Featured will be Warren local favorites: East of Chicago Pizza, El Guero, Son-Rise Bakery, and Wagon Wheel Café. 

The event supports the Warren Area Chamber of Commerce and highlights local flavors. Dash 90 will have wine and slushy tastings. 

There will also be entertainment from Rylie Lynn & The Acoustic Trio. 

Tickets are $50 and cover food and drink tastings. You can get tickets at huntington-chamber.com by clicking on the events tab.

Savor Burgers now open at Electric Works

After a slight delay, Savor Burgers & More is now open in the West Hall of Union Street Market at Electric Works. 

Savor Burgers features gourmet burgers, lettuce wraps, and crispy chicken wings.

Off the Eaten Path is the Whatzup weekly column that covers Northeast Indiana’s restaurant and food news. Send your news items to info@whatzup.com.