The Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce officially welcomed Kelly Jae’s Lakeside to Syracuse during a ribbon cutting ceremony held Wednesday, June 2. Pictured in the front row are Kelly Jae Graff, Beth Grier, Ro Biberti, Cassy Griffin and Amanda Schelle. In the back row, representing the Chamber, are Melody Cusick, Rita Roberts, Dan Buchman, Kim Strawbridge, Martha Stoelting; and Chamber Executive Director Renea Salyer. InkFreeNews photo by Keith Knepp.

By Keith Knepp
InkFreeNews

SYRACUSE — Veteran restauranteur and chef Kelly Graff was formally welcomed to the Syracuse community at a ribbon cutting ceremony recognizing Kelly Jae’s Lakeside as one of the newest additions to the town’s downtown landscape.

While the eclectic restaurant has been serving diners since February, an official grand opening parking lot party was held last Sunday. On Wednesday afternoon, the Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce added their seal of approval with the traditional welcoming event.

Graff is ready to prepare fresh food from a carefully crafted menu from 5-9 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday. The restaurant does take reservations, which are highly recommended. They can be made by calling (574) 537-1027, or texting (260) 267-5523.