Tree House Gallery and Tea Room

NEWS ARTICLE from The Morning Journal, 8-13-98, by Norma Higgins, Morning Journal Correspondent

``AVON -- A century-old home is the centerpiece of Olde Avon Village and the location of the Tree House Gallery and Tea Room. Inside, guests can enjoy a refreshing raspberry ice tea and a luncheon of soups, salads, sandwiches and desserts prepared by chef Ron Larson, who uses recipes from his Mother's Swedish family.

Guests can sit on the side porch and look out at the gardens. An attention to detail is evident in the tea house with its antique furnishings and collectibles. A focal point is a curving staircase. Larson and his two sisters are responsible for the menu and atmosphere.

"We picked Avon after much searching, and we are delighted to be here," he said. "We wanted to put the antiques and collectibles together and felt that the tea room would lend itself nicely."

The tea room isn't operated in the traditional sense of a tea room, either, according to Larson. "We don't serve high tea in the afternoon, but what we call a light fare lunch," he said.

The tea room and a gallery are open daily. Preparing daily meals creates a arduous schedule for Larson, who prepares a special each day. "The menu is made up with fresh produce each morning that is either picked up or delivered," explained Larson. There may be fresh blueberries for blueberry cobbler or fresh peaches for peach scones. Another favorite at the tea room is the spinach soup he makes with bacon, garlic and onion.

Larson, 40, is looking forward to spending many productive years in Avon. "I really like Avon; there are neat people," he said. "I hope a little place like us will be able to maintain some of the flavor Avon has. It is an interesting community whose people appreciate its historical background and strong work ethic," Larson said. "We are looking forward to fitting in," he added with a smile.

The tea room is open from 11 am to 4 pm, and the gallery from 11 am to 5 pm. The phone number is 440-934-1636.''

HISTORICAL SKETCH OF AVON, OHIO, TO 1974

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