Lauren Kotmel

Lauren Kotmel

Community + Marketing Director

Full of wanderlust, I'm a vintage hunter, traveler and lover of culture in CLE. Find me catching local music, expanding my art collection or searching for the best cup of tea.

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Whether you like them sweet or savory, we can all agree on one thing—nothing tastes quite as delicious as a well-made crêpe. The buckwheat crêpe first appeared in the 13th century in Brittany, France. Today, we fold or fork-and-knife them for breakfast, lunch or dinner for the perfect meal. Go crazy for crêpes and indulge… Read more

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Henna is a natural dye grown from a plant and has been practiced for over 5000 years in Pakistan, India, Africa and the Middle East. Henna may be as much as over 9000 years old, and in ancient Egypt, Cleopatra herself may have used henna for decorative purposes. Today, henna art is still practiced by… Read more

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In honor of Earth Day (April 22), we sat down (virtually) with Rachel Regula, owner of the Better World Refill Shop in Lakewood, Ohio. As Cleveland’s first bottle refill shop, Better World Refill Shop is dedicated to helping the community reduce their plastic waste, refill their own vessels with natural products and live more sustainably…. Read more

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Feng shui (Chinese: 風水), is the Chinese art of creating harmonious surroundings that enhance the balance of yin and yang. The term feng shui literally translates as “wind-water” in English. When practiced, feng shui creates a restful environment that stimulates a positive mental and physical energy flow. Feng shui experts can guide you on everything from… Read more

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It’s Palentine’s Day! We know you’re ready to celebrate your favorite singles-safe holiday. Chocolate is always a wonderful idea, but try spicing it up with handmade or useful gifts to show your friend you care — all from a safe social distance. Eight socially distanced gift ideas: Whether you’re seeking a lovely handwritten note, a… Read more

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National Popcorn Day is January 19—let’s get poppin’! Have you tried watermelon popcorn? How about bloody mary popcorn? Traditional butter is so passé. Settle in and get ready for a round-up of local businesses reinventing this classic snack! Bookmark our national collection here for 10 local popcorn shops across the USA offering national shipping for their… Read more

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When is the best day to drink cider? Ciderday! Few things taste as refreshing as a crisp glass of local cider during the changing of the seasons. From butterbeer cider in Texas to prickly pear cactus fruit cider in Hawaii, “travel” with us to the top 24 cideries in the USA according to Yelp. Bookmark… Read more

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The start of fall means many things—pumpkin spice, the changing of the leaves, and maybe even a little embrace of our own magic. From crystals to tarot readings and herbal tinctures, use Yelp for all your spiritual needs this Scorpio season and bookmark our national collection to “travel” to the top 20 spiritual shops in… Read more

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September is National Yoga Month and in light of safety during COVID-19, many yoga studios across the United States have transitioned to online offerings. Both beginner students and advanced yogis can keep up with their wellness from the safety of their home—and feel good about supporting a local business. From powerful vinyasa to the slow… Read more