CLEVELAND, OH (WOIO) -Since 1934, Hot Sauce Williams has been a staple of the Cleveland barebecue scene. Last week, on Jan. 23, the last surviving original owner of the restaurant, Herbert Williams, died at the age of 82. Herbert’s brother, Lemaud Williams, founded the institution in 1965. [ See more restaurant-related stories on CLE Weekend ] Lemaud and Herbert, […]

CLEVELAND — After decades of hard work and dedication to delicious dishes, the owners of Hot Sauce Williams will permanently close their Carnegie Avenue location. The other locations will remain open. Owner Deborah Williams confirmed the closing Wednesday afternoon, citing retirement as the reason for her closing up shop. “All the older ones are down […]

CLEVELAND– It’s no secret Cleveland is a foodie town. So when more than 50,000 visitors come to our city for the Republican National Convention, these out-of-towners need to experience the taste of Cleveland. Here are a few iconic Cleveland foods: Slyman’s corned beef: Slyman’s, located on St. Clair Avenue, is a stop for politicians and […]

CLEVELAND – The owner of the famous Cleveland restaurant “Hot Sauce Williams” has died. Barbara Williams, wife of Lemaud Williams, told NewsChannel5 her husband died from a massive stroke on Sunday. He was 73 years old. According to Barbara Williams, Lemaud has suffered from Alzheimer’s for the last 6 to 7 years. The funeral is […]