"Ohio's thriving agricultural industry means local chefs can access some of the best and freshest ingredients, and Columbus bakers are definitely taking advantage of it. From desserts and cakes to savory bites and hearty sandwiches with local fruit and vegetables the city is a stellar under-the-radar culinary destination. And you won't just find Midwestern classics; head to Belle's Bread for a loaf of house-made Japanese sweet bread or stop by Dan the Baker for sugar-dusted cruffins or cardamom knots." - Dobrina Zhekova