📸 Skrtic's Pics: Meet your neighbors and the faces behind some of Cleveland's favorite haunts through the lens of John Skrtic, a lifelong Clevelander and the Cleveland Public Library's chief of special projects and collections. Laura DeMarco It was a delight to reconnect with my friend lostcleveland during the total solar eclipse. A seasoned journalist, author, and speaker, Laura is celebrated for her insightful coverage of arts, culture, dining, travel, and entertainment. Taqueria El Paraiso I recently visited Taqueria El Paraiso, where I spoke with owners Jose and Oliva Cruz about their thriving one-year-old venture. The couple shared insights about Mexican cuisine, particularly their popular tacos. Joy Machines Bike Shop The highlight of my recent visit to joymachines at 2605 Detroit Avenue in Cleveland was a fantastic conversation with owner and diehard Clevelander Alex Nosse. Edgewater Cafe It’s truly wonderful to see the beloved edgewatercafe back in business. During my vis...