Piastra becomes Asher & Rose: New market on the Square

Name: Piastra becomes Asher & Rose: New market on the Square
Uploaded: 2026-02-23T19:11:40Z
Description: The long-standing Marietta Square favorite, Piastra, has officially transformed into "Asher & Rose Modern Grocers." After a decade of serving Italian fare, mother-son duo Chef Greg Lipman and Betty Bahl have pivoted to a boutique grocery and cafe model. Our Paul Milliken takes us inside the new space that serves as both a "market-to-table" eatery and a solution to the downtown food desert.

The long-standing Marietta Square favorite, Piastra, has officially transformed into "Asher & Rose Modern Grocers." After a decade of serving Italian fare, mother-son duo Chef Greg Lipman and Betty Bahl have pivoted to a boutique grocery and cafe model. Our Paul Milliken takes us inside the new space that serves as both a "market-to-table" eatery and a solution to the downtown food desert.

Posted February 23, 2026 2:11pm EST