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In today’s 216 Scoop Edition:

• Three much-anticipated openings add international flair to food scene

• First look: Ebreeq brings unique flavors of Yemeni coffee to Cleveland

• Housing is a mess around the U.S… So, why is Cleveland so strong?

• Regal turns back clock on summer movie prices

  
  
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IN THE NEWS

Three much-anticipated openings add international flair to food scene

Trendy districts and name chefs grab headlines, but it’s the faraway flavors of international cuisines that have provided most of the growth – not to mention the most unique eateries – in the food scene. The trend continues with the opening of three much-anticipated spots:

Masala Monsoon: The Indian restaurant opens in the longtime home of Antonio’s Pizza in Parma -- Tuesday. The menu boasts classic Tandoori dishes and unique takes on masalas, curries and soups, salmon and chili. Wait, it also serves… Pizzas? Pastas? “Antonio’s was a big part of the community, and we want to pay tribute to it,” says co-owner Upinder Sawhney. There’s another reason: “Pizza and pasta have become popular in India,” he adds. “And we’ll mix things up with different sauces and spices and proteins to bring new, modern takes to Parma.”

Coyoacan Taqueria & Brew: Reynaldo Galindo will open the Mexican eatery/brewery in the former Balaton space with a Grand Opening -- 6 p.m. Tuesday.  It offers a fast-casual approach to tacos, burritos and bowls to go with a microbrewery that specializes in Mexican-style beers. Galindo is the son of Maria de la Luz Galindo, owner of Luchita’s, which closed in 2022. Next month, he’ll relaunch the beloved West Side eatery when Galindo opens a new Luchita’s in another part of the building.

Kyuramen: “It’s coming soon.” For almost a year, that was the response of South Park management when asked about the Ohio debut of fast-growing chain in the Strongsville mall. Well, it’s here. Kyuraman opens today in the space that once housed Chipotle and Five Guys. The glowing lighting and sleek honeycomb décor looks nothing like the food court chowdown. The eatery rolls out a modern take on Japanese cuisine, including nine types of ramen and an array of “rice & burger” offerings.

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First look: Ebreeq brings the unique flavors of Yemeni coffee to Cleveland

Yemeni cuisine travels under the radar in Cleveland. But a Yemeni coffee shop?

They’ve been non-existent, until now – thanks to Ebreeq Coffee House. Located in the 200 Public Square building, the just-opened spot offers an aromatic mix of coffees, teas and desserts.

While coffee originated in Ethiopia, it was cultivated and turned into a beverage in Yemen. The coffee is renowned for its complex earthiness and tones of dried fruit often accompanied by cardamom, cinnamon and cloves.

“There’s nothing like it,” says owner Dia Albadani, who moved from Sanaa to Michigan 10 years ago. “I came to Cleveland to because there aren’t any Yemeni coffee shops here.”

Brazil and Columbia have dominated the coffee market, but Yemeni coffee has become a cult phenomenon in recent years – with hundreds of shops popping up across the U.S.

Ebreeq serves a variety of Yemeni favorites: Mufawar (served with cardamom and cream). Qishr (steeped coffee husks with ginger and cinnamon) and Adeni chai (Yemeni black tea, cardamom, milk).

All three pair well with the Honeycomb – a Yemeni pastry that features small buns baked in honeycomb pattern featuring cream cheese and honeyed syrup.

Ebreeq also pairs Yemeni music with earthy tones, mosaic walls and geometric designs inspired Arabic art.

“People come in because they’re curious,” says Albadani, “They come back because they love the coffee.”

Housing is a mess around the U.S… So, why is Cleveland so strong?

Warning signs are everywhere:

• There are 34% more sellers in the housing market than buyers – 490,000 to be exact. At no point in records dating back to 2013 have sellers topped buyers this much.

• Home values have fallen month-over-month in more than 60 percent of U.S. counties.

• The median monthly mortgage payment nationwide is $2,860, up 3.6% year over year and just $25 shy of the all-time high.

• Mortgage rates remain stubbornly high.

OK, so how you explain the resilience in the Cleveland housing market? Simply put, Cleveland is benefitting from being a laggard for so long.

“Low demand kept home prices well below the national level for the last 20 years,” says Hannah Jones, an analyst at Realtor.com. “That low demand has meant little upward pressure on prices—even as other metros heated up.”

For decades, there were fewer houses built here versus other markets – which is why the average home is 65 years vs. the national average of 36 years.

The resulting constrained supply and the perceived affordability among out-of-towners has turned Cleveland into one of the unlikely leaders in the country.

It’s ranked third behind Pittsburgh and Detroit when it comes to home affordability. It’s also in the top five metro areas when it comes to year-over-year price increases – sitting in 3^rd  behind Newark, N.J. and Milwaukee, Wi. with a 7.6% year-over-year appreciation.

The 216 Rundown

Lords of Acid to lace Globe Iron with electro hedonism

Belgian provocateurs Lords of Acid burned a hole into the electronic dance ‘n’ prance scene with throbbing beats, acid-house interludes, sexy moans and kinky odes to sex, drugs and all-around hedonism. The band is on tour with Butcher Babies vocalist, Carla Harvey – and hits Iron Globe 7:30 p.m. Tuesday. More info.

Kickboxing in the heart of the city

Whoa, some guy just kicked someone in the face in Public Square??? No, no, it’s all good. You see, this is controlled violence – and you can join in. It’s Kickboxing on the Square. The class is held 6-7 p.m. every Monday in Public Square, as part of Downtown Cleveland, Inc.’s Summer Athletic series. All ages and experience levels are welcome. It runs through Sept. 29. Free, but gloves are required. More info.

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Sports, Entertainment, & Culture

Regal turns back clock on summer movie prices

A lot of theaters show classic movies. But how many turn the clock back on ticket prices… to 1965?

A buck a ticket? Whoa, you expect that ‘Sound of Music’ is about to hit the screen.

Nope, it’s $1 Family Movies for Summer Break.

Starting Tuesday, Regal Cinemas is charging a buck for the first movie showings on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. You can also get the $5 Snack Pack, which includes a junior-sized drink, snack-sized popcorn, and fruit snacks.

The promotion runs through Aug. 6. More info here.

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WEATHER

Friday, June 9

71 🌡️ 61 | 🌧️ | 80% | 💨 SW 12 mph (10 knots)

Saturday, June 10

74 🌡️ 62 | 🌤️ | 20% | 💨 W 7 mph (6 knots)

Sunday, June 11

80 🌡️ 68 | ☀️ | 0% | 💨 NNE 5 mph (4 knots)

_{Please note that weather conditions can change rapidly. For the most up-to-date information, consider checking a reliable local weather service.}

Live Shows in the 216

June 9

• Anthony D'Amato @ Fantastic Cat, Beachland Tavern - 7:00 PM

• Brian Dunne @ Fantastic Cat, Beachland Tavern - 7:30 PM

• Bluewater Kings Band @ The Foundry Concert Club - 7:30 PM

• Fantastic Cat @ Beachland Tavern - 7:00 PM

• Kevin Ford @ Grog Shop - 8:00 PM

• Michael Eric Schirch @ Hardesty Park - 7:00 PM

• Mr. Jeff @ Fairlawn-Bath Branch Library - 7:00 PM

June 10

• Alisha Nikole @ Oops! All Ohio Tour, Akron - 7:30 PM

• Arm's Length @ The Roxy - 6:00 PM

• Charmer @ The Roxy - 7:00 PM

• Creeping Death @ Grog Shop - 6:00 PM

• Daisy Grenade @ The Roxy - 8:00 PM

• Dave East @ Grog Shop - 7:00 PM

• Honey Revenge @ The Roxy - 6:30 PM

• Iris Blue @ Beachland Ballroom & Tavern - 8:00 PM

• JustDeeDeeMusic @ Little Birdie Wine Nest - 6:30 PM

• Lauren Brabson @ Highland Square Summer Concert Series - 6:00 PM

• Lords of Acid @ Praise The Lords Tour, 2025 - 7:00 PM

• Oceanic @ Beachland Ballroom & Tavern - 8:00 PM

• Oceanic (US) @ The Greeting Committee Live - 7:00 PM

• Vana @ The Roxy - 6:00 PM

June 11

• Bad Waitress @ No Class - 7:00 PM

• Celophane Jane @ Beachland Ballroom & Tavern - 8:00 PM

• Dave Rich @ Beachland Ballroom & Tavern - 8:00 PM

• Dylan Marlowe @ The Country Fest 2025 - 7:00 PM

• Gin Wigmore @ Beautiful Mess Tour - 7:00 PM

• Honey Revenge @ The Roxy - 6:30 PM

• Kruelty @ Grog Shop - 7:00 PM

• Leven Kali @ House of Blues Cleveland - 7:00 PM

• NOBRO @ Go For Broke Tour, No Class - 7:00 PM

• Robyn Hitchcock @ Music Box Supper Club - 7:00 PM

• SiR @ House of Blues Cleveland - 7:00 PM

• Talking to Shadows @ Musica - 7:00 PM

• Tom Goss @ Cleveland: Bear Friends Forever Tour - 7:00 PM

• Victor Samalot @ Route 66 Program - 6:30 PM

• ZG Smith @ Mahall's - 7:00 PM

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The 216 Sports Area

Upcoming Games

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Home vs. Reds, 6:40pm Tuesday

Home vs. Reds, 1:10pm Wednesday

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