Cleveland Independents, a group of 80 local independent restaurants, is launching a new campaign in an effort to support the local economy. The "Oh, Honey" campaign launches on February 14 - Valentine's Day - and promotes the use of local honey.

Member restaurants will each create dishes that use honey as an ingredient, allowing them to show off their own unique interpretations of how honey can be creatively used in their recipes.

Newly elected Cleveland Independents President and chef/owner of Fire Food & Drink Douglas Katz says:

“Unlike chain restaurants, independent restaurants are encouraged to promote their creativity. They may alter their menus on a whim, if they see fit, something that is impossible for a chain restaurant to accomplish. We believe that our food-driven campaigns are a great way for customers to experience the difference. Our involvement with local purveyor Ohio Honey reinforces the importance of buying local from a fresh ingredient standpoint and also helps support the northeast Ohio economy."

For a complete listing of member restaurants and more information about Cleveland Independents, visit www.clevelandindependents.com.