May 14th, 2012
Saturday mornings at fire begin with an absolutely wonderful ritual. Doug (or another member of the culinary team) typically walks the North Union Farmers Market at the Square, picking read more
The fire team has simply had a blast planning the menu for our upcoming wine dinner event, Wines of the American Northwest, slated for May 23 at 6:30 pm. We’ll read more
April 27th, 2012
There is a little North by Northwest in our new cocktail menu. How that came to be is kind of an interesting story. You see, we had been discussing ideas read more
April 21st, 2012
Our seasonal menu change tastings are always special events for us. But with all of the commotion around here of late, the fire, the closing, the reconstruction all going on read more
Thanks to everyone once again, for all your support and encouragement. Our repairs are just about complete and we’re thrilled to welcome you back to fire on April 19th–YEAH!!!!. We’re read more
April 5th, 2012
By now you have probably heard, we’ve had to close shop for a few days for repairs. Last Saturday a small blaze in our ventilating system created a larger read more
April 1st, 2012
Modern Israeli cuisine is one of the world’s great culinary melting pots; or perhaps it might be better described as a grand mosaic. Israeli cuisine today is a true fusion of read more
March 22nd, 2012
We’re so excited to tell you about our new GM and sommelier, Todd Thompson. Todd brings to fire a wonderful mix of talent, experience and a deep affection for the small read more
March 16th, 2012
Well friends it’s corned beef time and we’re extremely proud of the fact that we make our own! The commercially prepared stuff certainly is easy-just slice open a bag and boil. But frankly read more
March 9th, 2012
We’re looking forward to a really fun and festive week here at fire. We start off with our Melting Pot Dinner this coming Monday March 12th. Our fabulous seven course read more
March 2nd, 2012
It’s been quite busy here at fire lately. Seems our “warm” winter is bringing lots of folks out for dinner and weekend brunch -thank you all! Also, longer term projects read more
February 23rd, 2012
February is a great month for developing new projects. Between the holiday rush, and the busy Spring/Summer blitz of parties, weddings and graduations we love having some extra time to read more
February 10th, 2012
It was a great evening last Wednesday night at the Cleveland Botanical Garden. Doug was the featured chef at the “Gourmets in the Garden,” series of evening cooking demonstrations. The program brings in read more
February 2nd, 2012
After a fantastic stay in Mumbai, Doug and Karen traveled on to the the city of Nagpur located almost exactly in the center of India in the Vidharbha region. Radhika’s read more
January 28th, 2012
For anyone with a curious palate (and mind), India, is a travel paradise. Doug has long been fascinated with the food and culture of this vast nation, and this past week, read more
January 20th, 2012
Had a blast last Thursday night on the line with the guys photographing the new winter menu and the backstory of how that lovely food arrives on your plate. It read more
January 8th, 2012
The past week brought us 44 bright and eager sixth and seventh graders from Doug’s alma mater, Hawken School for a unique two day learning experience focusing on sustainability and read more
January 1st, 2012
Happy 2012 friends. We thought we would bid 2011 adieu with a little flair and send off before we welcome in the new. Thus here is a recap of a read more
December 22nd, 2011
Our holidays are defined by our personal traditions. Be they grand or modest, fun or quirky, or classic the little rituals that we repeat year after year become the beloved “bones” read more
December 16th, 2011
10 THOUGHTS This snappy little interview with Doug was just published in Restaurant Hospitality Magazine, a highly respected national industry periodical. With thanks to Penton Media the magazine’s parent company, read more