November 2013 Issue

Travel

Billed as the home of the world’s largest model train display, this Butler County destination immerses visitors in America’s railroading history.

Food + Drink

Three experienced bakers share the recipes (and secrets) of their award-winning desserts.

Arts

Ralphie and his Red Ryder BB Gun cemented Cleveland’s Public Square, Higbee’s department store and a Tremont neighborhood home in pop culture.

The Ohio History Center revisits the era of Lustron homes and offers a glimpse into 1950s America.

Home + Garden

Wood carver Laurel Dabbs continues an American folk art tradition with her beautiful duck decoys.

Ohio Life

The five towns our editors selected for 2013–2014 show off the beauty, the adventure and the fun that accompanies life in the Buckeye State.

Aurora focuses on education and the importance of natural spaces.

Gahanna provides a relaxing way of life just outside of Columbus.

Logan offers family-friendly neighborhoods and access to natural beauty.

Loveland boasts excellent schools and new downtown development.

Vermilion embodies lakeshore living and a thriving sense of community.

In 2013, we talked with former Ohio State football coach Earle Bruce about his time on the sidelines, working with Woody Hayes and the fierce rivalry with Michigan. 

A vegetable purist ponders how green bean casserole ended up on our Thanksgiving tables.

Here’s how Akron’s Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. helped bring to life one of our favorite Thanksgiving Day traditions.