March ’20

Faced with months of crippling road-closing construction outside her five-year-old bakery in downtown Massillon last year, Jamie Anania decided to take a big plunge.

I counted no less than five birthday celebrations on our visit to A1 Japan Steakhouse. They’re kind of hard to miss. A procession of staff marches to the table led by a famous cartoon mouse banging a drum. Every performance was met with cheers and laughter.

Test Kitchen is celebrating St. Patrick’s Day this month with a carb-heavy comfort food. This Food Network spin on shepherd’s pie served in potato bowls is festive and sure to please the meat-and-potatoes fan in your life.

Located in Canton, Smoke the Burger Joint is the place to go for burgers. Fresh Angus beef, low-smoked over hickory wood, gives the patties at Smoke a particularly flavorful sense of umami. The menu at Smoke is more than just burgers. Stop in for a smokehouse grilled cheese, all beef hot dogs, wings, seafood, chili, soups, salads and more.

I’ve had an iPhone since 2013. I remember that I was super excited to get it so I could finally join in the fun of typing with emojis. It’s seven years later, and I still enjoying texting with emojis. It helps me express my emotion—I’ve been told I’m blunt in texts without them.

For more than 60 years, the family behind Nick Changet Jr. Jewelry has dedicated themselves to going above and beyond in quality and customer service.

As the pastry chef at Hazel & Rye, Emily Welk estimates that she creates roughly 80 French macarons each day that the downtown Canton casual eatery is open (weekdays, 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.). Her most popular flavors are salted caramel, raspberry and birthday cake, which features cake inside the cookie.

Interested in installing a peephole in a door? Home Depot has a step-by-step guide to the project.

AW Salon owner Abby Warther made her shop a dream come true. It’s a space that women can getaway from their busy schedules and to-do lists to take some time for themselves and leave feeling taken care of with beautiful hair. She really listens to clients to choose the best hair plan for them. Warther even made sure the waiting area is completely comfortable and relaxing.

How can I find the best mortgage loan? Monty’s Answer: I answered this question several years ago, but it bears repeating. Comparing the cost of mortgage loans is a challenge for most mortgage shoppers. Do this before you look for your home. The most helpful lender may also have the best preapproval letter. Here are 10 facts to help you find the right loan.