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Lobster Rolls in Dayton?

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Yes, it’s true, this Saturday, September 30th you can get a Lobster Roll at all three Dorothy Lane Markets from 11am – 6pm (or while supplies last). They’ll be toasting a DLM hot dog bun and stuffing it with some fresh leaf lettuce and chunks of fresh lobster, tossed in just enough mayonnaise to hold it together.  Served up with a DLM bottled water for $12

Visit the DLM nearest you for this succulent treat!

OAKWOOD

2710 Far Hills Ave.
Dayton, Ohio 45419
P: (937) 299-3561
Open 24 Hours

SPRINGBORO

740 N. Main Street
Springboro, Ohio 45066
P: (937) 748-6800
Open 6 am – 11 pm

WASHINGTON SQUARE

6177 Far Hills Ave.
Dayton, Ohio 45459
P: (937) 434-1294
Open 6 am – 11 pm

 

 

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Highly Popular Classes return to Agnes and Orson!

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In a world of stuff to buy, Agnes and Orson Gifts and Goods will open up their studio again to offer their most popular classes this season. ‘There are so many fantastic boutique stores in Dayton, we are just fortunate to have studio space to create and make your own fun gifts!’ says Canaan Good, one of the three owners of A&O. ‘We decided to add some different kinds of classes, and bring back some tried and true!’

The classes begin on October 22nd and go through December 17th. Most are on Sundays. ‘Everyone loves experiences, and there are plenty to try out this season.’ says Misty Wells, another owner. ‘We think adding more children’s classes will give the kiddos a chance to create for mom and dad, grandma and grandpa! Great for the Holidays!’

Beyond just coming to learn, A&O offers a discount to all participants on the day of the classes. ‘It’s an added bonus, and many people love getting their shopping out of the way while they are here!’ says Wells. Participants also enjoy food and beverages while they attend. ‘Oh yeah…mimosas are always a hit!!’

MostMetro was luck enough to get a jump on the schedule, which will be announced this weekend. Here is a first look at what’s coming to the A&O studio this season:

  
Sunday, October 22  Pet First Aid Class
1o people Max. $75/person
Learn about how to keep your pet safe, and what to do in an emergency situation.

 

Sunday, October 29  Needle Felted Animal Pins
6 people Max. $45*
Needle felting is so much fun! You will learn how to make 3D objects out of felt!

 

Sunday, November 5   Staghorn Fern Hangings.
12 people Max. $30.
ALWAYS A SELL OUT! A&O pride themselves on their fern hangings…come and make your own!

 

Sunday, November 12   Candle Pouring
12 people Max. $30.
Join the owners of the popular Oak Street Candle Company from Columbus, and make your own candles.

 

Sunday, November 19  Kids Gift Workshop DIY 
10 people Max. $35.
Yep. It’s fun for the kids…as A&O presents a do-it-yourself class.

 

Sunday, November 26  Cake Decorating Basics
10 people Max. $45.
Everyone LOVES RachelBakes, the award-winning cake decorator! She is teaching a fun, basics class for everyone.

 

Sunday, December 10  Needle felted Holiday Ornaments
6 people Max. $45. *Needle felting is a blast! You will make incredible ornaments!

 

Sunday, December 17  Terrarium/Holiday mini garden
16 people Max. $45. *Josh is back to help us create a holiday terrarium class. Always a hoot, and special spiked holiday hot chocolate just for the occasion!

**Ongoing, Learn Spanish with Chris Sidner. (As of this publication, dates and times are not finalized.)
Chris Sidner, local Spanish instructor, brings his expertise to an on-going language class at the studio.
Check with A&O for exact days/times.

WOW! This looks a great line-up. If you are interested in signing up for classes, the ‘Studio Hotline’ at 937.640.1500 will open on Tuesday, October 3rd at 11am. To reserve a space, you will need # of participants, payment method and a contact number for a follow-up confirmation call. AS ALWAYS, FIRST COME-FIRST SERVED!

Agnes and Orson is located at 514 East Third Street in the Cannery building. Open 11-7 Tuesdays thru Thursday, Fridays 11-6, and Saturdays 9-4. The store and studio are closed on Sundays and Mondays.  Give them a call at 937.640.1500.

Dayton Region’s Walk of Fame Mural Dedication Ceremony

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Please join City of Dayton Commissioners and Montgomery County Commissioners and Wright Dunbar, Inc. for the Dedication ceremony of the Dayton Region’s Walk of Fame Mural, Thursday, September 28th at 2:00 p.m., 1100 West Third Street, Dayton Oh 45402.

 

Since 2008, the City of Dayton has awarded nearly $445,000 to neighborhood organizations through the City of Dayton’s Neighborhood Mini Grant Program. Wright Dunbar, Inc. was awarded $5,000 to fund the Dayton Region’s Walk of Fame Mural, at the Wright Dunbar Conference Center, 1100 W. Third Street. The mural features Orville and Wilbur Wright, Paul Laurence Dunbar and symbols that represent the categories of the Dayton Region’s Walk of Fame. The Dayton Region’s Walk of Fame is a significant legacy to the City of Dayton with over 160 outstanding individuals or groups honored for their enduring personal or professional contributions to the community, nation and the world. The memorial stones are installed in the sidewalks along West Third Street between Shannon and Broadway. This corridor is the center of the neighborhood where Wilbur and Orville Wright designed the world’s first manned, powered airplane and African American writer Paul Laurence Dunbar penned his world-renowned works.

 

The mural was designed by Wright Dunbar resident and local artist James Pate. Mr. Pate, together with collaboration of Brittini Long, HAALO, Montgomery County Juvenile Court and management from Jerri Stanard, K12 Gallery & TEJAS, have created a masterpiece that will bring awareness to those individuals honored on the Walk of Fame and be another asset to the Wright Dunbar Village Neighborhood and the Wright Dunbar Business District.

 

The mural was also sponsored in part by CityWide Development Corporation, HAALO, Montgomery County Juvenile Court, Hospice of Dayton, K12 Gallery & TEJAS, National Aviation Heritage Area, Primed Physicians, Public Health Dayton & Montgomery County, Texas Beef & Cattle Co., Wright Dunbar, Inc., Wright-Patt Credit Union, and Zik’s Family Pharmacy and Home Medical Equipment.

 

There’s A New Beer in Town

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Bottom Dweller IPA – only available at Submarine House

Food Adventures has learned that brewmasters at Hairless Hare Brewery and the owners and staff at Submarine House have paired up, and have been pouring a new beer that is available ONLY at six Submarine House locations!

The beer is called BOTTOM DWELLER IPA, and promises to be a local favorite for those IPA lovers and hops fans.

 

HERE’S THE SKINNY on BOTTOM DWELLER IPA:

— Bottom Dweller IPA is available on tap only at the Submarine Houses in Vandalia, Huber Heights, Troy, Centerville, Beavercreek, and

Six Locations have the new beer

Hilliard.  It isn’t even available at the Hairless Hare Brewery’s tap rooms !

 

—It is a fresh, clean, citrusy-beer brewed from Columbus, Centennial, Citra, & Mosaic hops. Then dry-hopped with Citra and Mosaic hops.

 

Brewing Bottom Dweller IPA, exclusively for Submarine House

—At 7% ABV, this well-balanced IPA will take you to a place only few have been. Go There.  And while you are there, get a friggin Cheesesteak.

 

—The beer is in Submarine House locations now, and has been for 8 weeks.  Manager Kelsey Terhune tells Food Adventures that the feedback has been overwhelmingly positive.

 

—Thirsty for more?  Growlers to go are available for this and all draft beers at every Submarine House location.  Fill up, drink up and repeat.

 

Hairless Hare Brewery in Vandalia

THE LEGEND of BOTTOM DWELLER IPA:

In the icy cold depths of the abyss lives a creature feared by all. Hiding in the darkness with an alluring bait that glows bright. Attracting wide-eyed prey within it’s hoppy reach.

 

THE LEGEND OF HAIRLESS HARE BREWERY:

Started in Vandalia and founded by owners Matt Harris and Mike Legg in 2013. The Hairless Hare Brewery is known for their wide selection of craft beer brewed at 738 W. National Rd. in Vandalia.  Whether you are a craft connoisseur or a beer beginner, they have brews that will please all tastes.

THE LEGEND OF SUBMARINE HOUSE:
This ever evolving family restaurant has been taken to the next level over the

Submarine House: Pizza to Salads

past few years by brothers and owners, Brody and Jason Danner. Teaming with a great staff and some franchise owners, they have expanded their stores, improved and completely overhauled the dining areas, expanded the draft beer selection, and added to the iconic menu.  They have embraced many local charities, hosting countless events including poker runs and their annual Super Duper Cheesesteak Challenge for charity.

Brody Danner (left) announcing a charity donation

All of this and still they keep the quality “16 inches of Heaven” in various subs and cheesesteaks that made these restaurants cult favorites and Dayton legends. Grab one of the Miami Valley’s favorite subs and a cold craft beer.

 

Happiness can be found at Submarine House.  Stop in and try the Bottom Dweller IPA and tell them the Food Adventure Crew sent you.

Wings

Dayton Most Metro always has the inside scoop and buzz on the street for what’s happening in Dayton.  Bookmark the page and read all the features, including our weekly feature articles from the Big Ragu, Hungry Jax and Chef House, and our continuing Food Adventures.

Feel free to browse the photos below.

8 inch Super Duper Cheesesteak

Mozzarella Sticks, Onion Rings, and Wings – DELIVERED !

Cheesesteak Pizza

16 inches of Heaven

Jason Danner with a donation check to Pink Ribbon girls

Numerous Taps at the Huber Heights Submarine House

 

Meet Ann B. Kim – Mixed Media Artist

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Ann B. Kim is an accomplished artist and an active member of the Dayton arts community, but I didn’t reach out to meet her until I learned she was participating in a two-person exhibition in the Dutoit Gallery this September with my friend Rebecca Sargent.

Ann’s studio is in one of Dayton’s Front Street buildings.  

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These Front Street buildings are filled with artists and interesting small businesses, but they were originally built for manufacturing.  They were part of an early factory development project based on water power.  A company called Dayton Hydraulic Company bought the land in the 1840s and built a water channel from the Mad River that eventually emptied into Dayton’s canal.  They sold the lots to all kinds of manufacturers and leased the use of the water to power the plants.

I climbed the industrial staircase and then entered Ann’s large studio.

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I asked Ann how she came to Dayton.

“I went to school in the San Francisco area, first at UC Berkeley and then at Mills College.  I came to this area to teach at Indiana University East in Richmond.  My husband is from Dayton and we decided to live here and for me to keep my studio practice here, and drive to Richmond to teach.”

“I was a bit reluctant to leave San Francisco but it’s worked out well.  I love my teaching job, and there is an active arts scene here with a lot of great artists.  Plus the low cost of living is great.”

As we talked Ann was busy cutting and pasting bits of paper to an issue of the New Yorker.

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I asked Ann how much time she gets to spend working in her studio.

“I’m pretty busy teaching during the week, but I try to spend most of the weekend here in the studio in a typical week.  But this year isn’t going to have too many typical weeks because I have so much scheduled.  I have the show with Rebecca Sargent in September, plus I’m vice president of the Dayton Society of Artists.  In addition I will be circling the globe.”

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“My travels will start in Vladivostok Russia.  That’s the closest place I can visit to where my grandfather was born.  Then I will travel to the end of the Trans Siberian Railroad, stopping at two places.  In preparation for this trip I plan to learn something new – paper making.  I want to learn both Eastern style paper making and Western style.  This paper in front of me is Korean style paper sent to me by my mother.”

“I also plan to gather newspapers on my travels and use them in my art, along with the New York Times for those exact dates.”

“This year I will also have two residencies – one in Southern Spain for 2 months and one in New Zealand for a month.  Those two places are antipodes.  They are completely opposite points on the globe and the art I make at these places will reflect that.”

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I know that Ann has exhibited extensively nationally and internationally, and I recognized some of the pieces in the studio from exhibition brochures I had seen.  I asked Ann to tell me something about her mixed media work.

” You can see that I’m creating work  that is layered with symbols of all kinds – past, present, future, fragmentation, artifacts, imagination all looped together so that various cultures and moments in time seem to coexist. ”

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Before leaving, I asked Kim to help me create my own works of art.  We moved a pink studio chair in front of one of her art works and she posed for me.

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Emma Stone serves up fitting tribute to Billie Jean King in Battle of the Sexes

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“You know, I never thought about this before but … How did your character seriously hook up with Jonah Hill in Superbad?!” Bobby Riggs (Steve Carell) talks things over with Billie Jean King (Emma Stone) in a scene from BATTLE OF THE SEXES. Credit: Melinda Sue Gordon © 2017 Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation. All rights reserved.


WATCH THE TRAILER(S) HERE: 



KEY CAST MEMBERS: Emma Stone, Steve Carell, Andrea Riseborough, Sarah Silverman, Bill Pullman, Austin Stowell, Elisabeth Shue, Jessica McNamee and Fred Armisen 

WRITER(S): Simon Beaufoy

DIRECTOR(S): Jonathan Dayton and Valerie Feris

 
WEB SITE: http://www.foxsearchlight.com/battleofthesexes/HERE’S THE STORY: It was one of the most famous events in sports of the 1970s and eventually would become one of the most famous sporting events in history. But while the world saw a battle between a budding tennis star and a self-proclaimed male chauvinist pig, there was far more going on behind the scenes than meets the eye. For while Billie Jean King (Emma Stone) was battling what she saw as an unfair payscale for she and her fellow female players, she also was dealing with coming to terms with a budding “forbidden” love with hair dresser Marilyn Bennett (Andrea Riseborough) … Despite being married to her husband Larry (Austin Stowell).


Meanwhile, while living off the glory of his days as a former champion tennis player, 55 year-old Bobby Riggs (Steve Carell) is trying to be a good husband to his wife Priscilla (Elisabeth Shue). Unfortunately, his old gambling demons are quite alive and well as is his desire to regain the spotlight. This, of course, leads him to dream up an idea that will be as much spectacle as it is sport: a “battle of the sexes” between the top women’s player in the world and himself. 


What results, however, will be a battle that expands way beyond a simple tennis match. 

WHO WILL LIKE THIS FILM THE MOST? Emma Stone fans; Sarah Silverman fans; tennis historians; the LGBTQ community; 

WHO WON’T (OR SHOULDN’T) LIKE THIS MOVIE? Trump supporters; anti-LGBTQ supporters and the religious right; people who wish the film would dive deeper into the aftermath of King’s life following the event and the struggles she faced  

SO, IS IT GOOD, BAD OR ABSOLUTELY AWFUL? Some biopics go through painstaking detail to explore every aspect of its subjects’ lives; some present the most-glossed over, slapdash/mediocre puff pieces that fail to capture what made their subject matter.

Battle of the Sexes is neither of those things; instead, it is a film that simply attempts to showcase some aspects of its two lead characters in great stylish detail while at the same time, humanizing them while being very selective in displaying judgment of their actions. It’s really an ingenious trick on the part of co-directors Jonathan Dayton and Valerie Feris; there are no over-the-top dramatics, there are no true villains as much as there are people representing the ideals of the time from a very understandable (given the times) mindset. Then again, Margaret Court hasn’t exactly softened her stance on King’s life in her advance years, Bennett and King had a very public struggle that’s left out of the film and Stowell’s level-headed, let-me-do-what’s-best-for-the-woman-I-love-despite-our-own-turmoil may not exactly have been as it plays out on screen. 


Yes, the movie does take a few liberties with the actual facts, it does stick a mostly factual approach driven by a very up-to-the-task Stone. Stone captures King’s legendary competitiveness, shyness and desire to simply make things better for other women and Carell – who’s character almost becomes a tragic figure in a very Hollywood way before getting a very Hollywood moment at the end of the film – bring a great bit of levity to the whole scene as Riggs while Silverman is great as King’s tennis tour promoter/manager Gladys. (Think of a character fresh from The Carol Burnett Show or Rhoda living it up in sassy, glorious fashion while chain-smoking herself to death and you’ve got her character down pat.) Riseborough comes off as little more than a spacey, new-age chick that is everything King isn’t, but it plays well enough that it doesn’t feel as gimmicky/out-of-place as it might sound on paper. Throw in a “perfect for the current times even though the setting is the early 1970s” quote by a perfectly used Alan Cumming and the film hits enough beats to balance things out. 


Perhaps one day, the balance King fought for won’t need a movie to remind the world of how far it’s come. 

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SICSA Assists Florida with Dogs Displaced by Hurricane Irma

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Staff from the SICSA Pet Adoption Center traveled to the Licking County Humane Society on Saturday, September 23 to help rescue efforts as a result of Hurricane Irma. The SICSA team, along with the Cleveland Animal Protection League, met the Pittsburgh Aviation Animal Rescue Team who had transported 19 dogs from the Charleston Animal Society in order to make room for homeless animals displaced after Hurricane Irma.

The SICSA Pet Adoption Center is currently caring for and will have 6 of the 19 dogs up for adoption. Two of them are available for adoption today – Charleston and Cleopatra. The other four are awaiting medical check-ups.

“The response to both hurricanes from the animal welfare community has been tremendous”, states SICSA Executive Director Nora Vondrell. “To be able to take some of the burden of caring for, and eventually finding homes for these pups, has been very rewarding for staff and volunteers who have wanted to help since the first hurricane made landfall”, states Vondrell.

Vondrell and the SICSA team have been on standby to help with the transport of animals displaced by both Hurricanes Harvey and Irma. They have also assisted by collecting monetary donations to give to the shelters most affected in Houston and across Florida.

“The animal welfare community learned many lessons after Hurricane Katrina”, replied Vondrell. “One of the hardest to carry out was waiting until we were called up to help. Many of us wanted to immediately dispatch teams and send physical supplies such as food, leashes, crates, etc. However, we didn’t want to create work and an eventual rotting mess with which those already exhausted would have to deal. Now, our community can help further by finding homes for these Charleston pups so we can help more down the road”, concludes Vondrell.

Families interested in meeting and potentially adopting one of the Charleston dogs can do so by visiting the SICSA Pet Adoption Center at 2600 Wilmington Pike in Kettering.

Chef Anne Kearney Hosts A Pop-Up Dinner

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This Sunday, Chef Anne Kearney will be cooking for us again!  In a one time only Pop-Up Restaurant open from 2pm and serving until 8pm in the building that Crafted & Cured is on Wayne Ave.  No reservations will be taken and guest must be prepared to pay with cash only.

According to Chef, “If you happen to show up to a full dining room (it seats about 40)  Ms. Riley will escort you to the back room where you can relax for a bit and enjoy a blood orange Mimosa or kicked up Bloody Mary. Honestly, we will get you whatever you need to wet your whistle.: glass of wine, beer, soda or water, before too long a table will free up and we will get you seated. “
When Kearney first announced this event a few weeks ago she got emails, FB messenger alerts, phone calls and texts requesting favorite dishes from Rue Dumaine regulars.
Here’s the menu Chef Anne emailed out earlier today:

 

Curried autumn harvest soup, spiced pepitas $7
(Masque de Provence pumpkin**, butternut squash**, parsnip, carrot, sweet potato**, YUM!!!)

Pastis poached Blue Point oysters, leeks, spinach, tarragon, AWS bacon, crème $12

Sea scallops, blood orange beurre noisette $12

Kentucky ham & Gruyere crepes gratinée $10

Salad of Brickelcreek Farm baby kale**, beets**, goat cheese, hazelnuts $9

Verbal special: So sorry,  only limited quantities are available
Salad of Sue’s petite Heirloom tomatoes**, Burrata, Balsamic drizzle, basil pistou $10
Pork terrine (Armagnac & prune), red onion marmalade, Dijon, cornichons, baguette croutons $10

Belgian endive, Hidden Valley apple**, blue cheese, walnut salad, Banyuls vinaigrette $9

Fire-roasted fresh fish (TBD), butternut squash**-leek ragout, Jamestown pea shoots**, parsley-garlic pistou $23

Coq au Vin –Cabernet braised chicken quarter with potatoes, mushroom, pearl onion, carrot & bacon $22

Sherry braised pork, YAYA grits**, fire-roasted Shiitakes $22

Steak frites ~ grilled hanger steak, pommes frites, truffle beurre, aïoli $23

Hidden Valley Farm apple**-walnut galette $7

Chocolate-pecan tart $7

Brickelcreek Farm rhubarb** & raspberry** crumble cake $7
**locally grown with pride

Chef Anne Kearney’s POP-UP
Sunday, October 1st, 2017
521 Wayne Avenue – District Provisions
Service 2pm-8pm

Due to Sundays being a dark day at Wheat Penny, Liz & Wiley gave me the thumbs up on offering their entire parking lot for this event only.

Bad News & Good News from Dayton’s HouseMade

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Chef LeeAnne House of Housemade

In some exclusive scoop this week, we have learned that Dayton company, HouseMade LLC has good news and bad news.

You have come to love their hot sauces and spice rub lines. This locally owned company, owned by Chef LeeAnne House (also one of our Food Adventure Crew) has thrived at local vendors and has won national sauce competitions.

Unfortunately, they have had an ongoing problem, getting the Thai Chili Peppers used in their signature sauces. Currently, they have been unable to source peppers for several months due to import restrictions, trade law changes, and simple lack of local suppliers being able to handle the volume of peppers needed.

Housemade Sriracha Sauce

Housemade couldn’t have picked a more elusive pepper to make their delicious sriracha and hot honey sauces. After dealing with this “too many times” in the few years that they have been in business, Chef LeeAnne House has regretfully announced, that they will no longer continue production of her sauces.

This is heartbreaking for many local foodies, who have fallen in love with the Thai Chili Sriracha Sauce, the addicting Hot Honey Sauce, The Hot Peachy Habenero Sauce, and the Green Serrano Hot sauce. These sauces were not only popular in local stores, but many local restaurants featured dishes on the menu using these Housemade sauces.

Hard to find Thai Chili Peppers

But, there is good news.  This isn’t the end of Housemade’s culinary adventures! Chef LeeAnne has her great new spice blends available around the city and has more varieties yet to come.   She says there are no problems sourcing ingredients for these blends like they had with peppers.

HERE’S THE SKINNY on HOUSEMADE SPICE BLENDS:

You can currently find the spice blends  at:
Ghostlight Coffee House
Spice Paradise
Heart Mercantile

Housemade will still produce spice blends !

Maria’s Unique Foods
Spicy Olive (all 3 locations)
Treadway Gardens
Celebrate Local
Kroger on Stroop Rd.
Ollie’s Place
Greg’s Prime  Meats
Keener Butcher Block
Eclectic Essentials

and many more places outside of Dayton.

Chef House and her Peachy Hot Sauce

Housemade promises to continue to make cooking at home fun for everyone! Chef House will still be teaching cooking classes with her spice blends both at Dorothy Lane Market Culinary School and The Spicy Olive, olive oil stores. She will also continue to rock the local foodie scene here at Dayton Most Metro, each week with her part in Food Adventures.

Like Chef LeeAnne House says “This isn’t the end, it’s a fun new beginning.”

If things change and supplies are plentiful, would she go back to making her sauces again?  Answer:  “They may be back! You never know!..”

So until then, we will never say never.

Please browse the photos below for more info on Housemade.

For more saucy fun bout Dayton’s local food scene, click HERE and follow Food Adventures on Facebook.

Spice Blends

Housemade Sauce lineup and Sriracha Powder

Green Serrano Sauce

PEACHY !!!

Peachy sauce in production

Hot Honey

Elusive Peppers

Pepper Processing

 

 

 

9/25 Mystery Monday

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 Photographer Bill Franz of Dayton at Work and Play says, “this is my favorite spot at the University of Dayton and it holds my favorite sculpture by Hamilton Dixon. It is Serenity Pines, a site that honors those who died while they were students, faculty or staff members at UD.

When someone dies, like UD basketball player Steve McElvene did a few months ago, Hamilton Dixon takes a metal leaf he has crafted to Dayton Stencil. They inscribe the name of the student on the leaf and Hamilton Dixon attaches the leaf to one of his metal trees.

It is only steps away from a busy campus, but Serenity Pines is a quiet, calming place. We were surprised at how many of you got this one! Congrats to our randomly drawn winner Youssef from Dayton- watch your mail for your Rapid Fired Pizza certificates!

And now for this week’s photo- can you identify where this picture came from? If you know the location of this photo enter it here:  http://goo.gl/forms/dyU55fzc48.  We’ll let you know next Monday if you got it right!  Good Luck!

Fleming’s Surf & Turf 3 Course Meal

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It’s National Lobster Day and Fleming’s Steak House is offering a  3 course dinner that pairs both steak and seafood just in time for you to celebrate!The buttery tenderness of filet mignon and the sweet taste of cold-water lobster are the centerpiece of this $49.95 pre fixe dinner option.

First Course

Your choice of

FLEMING‘S SALAD – candied walnuts, dried cranberries, tomatoes, onions, herbed crostini, lemon vinaigrette

THE MODERN CAESAR- hearts of romaine, parmesan, fried capers, crisp prosciutto chips

Second Course

NORTH ATLANTIC LOBSTER TAIL – served with drawn butterPaired withPETITE FILET MIGNON

Third Course

YOUR CHOICE OF DESSERT

 

Reserve your 3 course pre fixe dinner at Flemings online.

 The Greene  4432 Walnut St, Dayton, OH 45440
Hours:  Mon – Thurs 5-10pm, Fri & Sat 5-11pm, Sun 11am -9pm
Reservations: opentable.com
Phone: (937) 320-9548

He Had His Dream: A Celebration of Paul Laurence Dunbar

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Paul Laurence Dunbar died more than 110 years ago, yet he remains one of Dayton’s most celebrated citizens. Karen D. Brame discusses his life, friendships and legacy in her program, “He Had His Dream: A Celebration of Paul Laurence Dunbar” at three Dayton Metro Library locations:

 

Thurs, Sept. 28, 4-5:30 pm MAIN LIBRARY Conference Room 1B, 215 E. Third St.

Sat, Oct. 14, 11am-12:30pm BROOKVILLE Branch, 120 Blue Pride Dr.

Sat, Oct. 28, 11am-12:30 pm NEW LEBANON Branch, 715 W Main St.

Dunbar was the first African-American poet to be nationally recognized for his work.

“Audiences today need to learn of and celebrate the depth and breadth Paul Laurence Dunbar created in his art, especially regarding the diversity of Black cultural life,” says Ms. Brame. “Although he would write 12 books of poetry, he was greater than simply a poet. In his brief life, which spanned 33 years, Dunbar authored articles in international publications, four novels, four collections of short stories, lyrics for a musical, and a play!”

Ms. Brame is an adjunct professor of Humanities, Government and Modern Languages at Sinclair Community College, and adjunct professor of Education, Humanities and Arts & Social Sciences at Central State University. She specializies in work regarding the African American experience, from its origins in Africa to present-day experiences in the United States.

The Library programs are free and open to the public. For more information, visit the Events Calendar at DaytonMetroLibrary.org or call (937) 463-2665.

 

Masquerage Pays Homage to Lost Worlds

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Masquerage returns once again to the Historic Roundhouse at the Montgomery County Fairgrounds on Saturday, October 21, 2017. Equitas Health’s, formerly AIDS Resource Center Ohio, has earned a reputation for Masquerage, as being an over-the-top, all-out bash. The masked ball was dubbed Dayton’s Party of Parties by Ron Rollins of the Dayton Daily News several years ago and this themed event has continued to grow.

Masquerage is led by the Equitas Health Dayton Associate Board with Brenden Wynn as its 2017 Chair. Started in 2002 by Square One Salon owners Brent Johnson, Doug Henderson and Josh Stucky at Therapy Cafe, the party has grown and moved across town, to such unusual venues like The Merc, The Foundry and its latest home at the Roundhouse at the Montgomery County Fairgrounds.

Guests are invited to explore “Lost Worlds” at 2017 Masquerage. This year’s theme allows attendees to explore times or places, real or fiction, that showcases a world beyond the present. Think Atlantis, Mount Olympus, Medieval times, roaring 20’s, or Game of Thrones. You’re sure to see a few Ariels, Aphrodites, and Mother of Dragons. Masqueragers are encouraged to go all out and wear a costume that embodies their vision of Lost Worlds. But the one thing that is required of all party guests is a mask — whether you choose an elaborate Venetian mask, a party mask, or a face painted mask.

What makes Masquerage more than just a dance party is the entertainment. Over the years there have been escape artists, contortionists, dance crews, fire dancers,
knife throwers, and more.

This year, the featured guest performer is Alexis Michelle,   RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 9 contestant, presented by Square One Salon. Red Ribbon Lounge ticket holders will have the opportunity to meet the original “subway fish” herself.

The over-the-top entertainment doesn’t stop there. Dayton’s own, The Rubi Girls, will return to give their always outrageous performance. You’ll also enjoy sultry Aerial performances by Femme Fatale Fitness. DJ Dayna will be rockin’ the Roundhouse til 1am with her own music mixes.

General admission tickets are $65, get your tickets now because prices go up to $75 at the door. You will be greeted with a signature welcome cocktail created by MostMetro’s own Brian Petro, enjoy delicious food provided by SageCraft Catering, night-long entertainment, and non-stop dancing.

 

If you prefer to attend Masquerage as a VIP, splurge for the Red Ribbon Lounge tickets, which include your own private entrance, all of your drinks, decadent assortment of appetizers and desserts, entry into the 2nd floor lounge with a voyeuristic view from above, exclusive entertainment, meet and greet with Alexis Michelle, and the always coveted swag bag for $150. Red Ribbon Lounge tickets cost $175 at the door, so don’t delay.

Want MORE to do? Joining the Masquerage lineup this year is The Mural Machine who will be LIVE painting the event – simply amazing to watch their vision come to life!   You can also go home with fabulous silent auction prizes if you have the winning bid OR take home a diamond and 14k gold necklace from James Free Jewelers simply for the price of a raffle ticket.

Masquerage Tickets and Raffle Tickets can be purchased online at Masquerage.org. The party starts at 8 PM and runs til 1AM. See you at the Roundhouse on October 21!

 

Booze at Breakfast- Where to Brunch!

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Attention, this is your brunch captain speaking. Buckle up, things could get boozy.  Yep, we’re sharing some of the best joints in town that don’t look at you funny when you order a cocktail before noon. Heck many of these places encourage it with their bloody mary bars and mimosa options.  Over the next few weeks we’ll highlight some of our favorites, so check these out and stay tuned for more!

And by the way, we are not ignoring the many breakfast joints in town that serve up a great eggs and pancakes, there are lots of great options like Golden Nugget, Hasty Tasty, The Brunch Club, George’s Family Restaurant, just to name a few.  But this just isn’t that list.

Another Broken Egg
Austin Landing 3450 Rigby Road  Miamisburg, OH 45342
Open daily at 7am
6 Mimosa Flavors & 4 Bloody Mary’s on the Menu- and you can order by the pitcher!

A few brunch menu highlights:

Hey Lucy!™ Omelette – Filled with avocado, breakfast chorizo, sautéed onions, green chilies and topped with Cheddar Jack cheese. Served with country potatoes or grits, salsa and sour cream and an English muffin.

Cinnamon Roll French Toast – Thick-sliced cinnamon roll battered, grilled golden and topped with cream cheese icing, Foster sauce, mixed berries and whipped cream. Served with two eggs any style and your choice of meat.

Salmon Power Bowl – Fresh spinach, quinoa, avocado, black beans, mushrooms, tomatoes, roasted red peppers and pickled red onions with local honey jalapeño vinaigrette and topped with Southwestern-seasoned salmon

Basil’s on Market

Dayton:  312 N. Patterson Blvd. Dayton, Ohio
Sunday Buffet Brunch 10am – 3pm 

Troy:  18 N. Market Street  Troy, OH 45373
Sunday buffet brunch 10:30am- 2pm

$17.95 per person
Chef Todd Uhlir’s inventive and creative menu offers diners the opportunity to experience a modern spin on favorite dishes utilizing the best local products. Buffet includes all your breakfast favorites, including made to order waffles as well as some heartier lunch dishes.

 

Dublin Pub
300 Wayne Ave, Dayton, OH 45410
Sunday Carvery & Brunch served 10am – 3pm
$17.95, $7.99 for kids 5- 12,  under 5 free

Buffet includes: Farm Fresh Scrambled Eggs, Bacon, Sausage, Home Fries, Fresh Fruit, Biscuits, House Made Sausage Gravy, Made To Order Omelettes, Carving Station With Assorted Entrees, Salads, Side Items And Desserts.

You also have the option to order off the regular menu if the buffet isn’t for you.

 

The Meadowlark
2094 Miamisburg-Centerville Rd, Dayton, Ohio 45459  937.434.4750
Sunday 10am – 3pm

A few brunch highlights:

Shrimp and Grits     14.95
Sauteed gulf shrimp with butter, garlic, mushrooms, chopped tomato, scallions, spices and lemon on a mound of steaming cheddar grits with toast. The way we fix it makes Southerners weep!

Huevos Rancheros     13.95
Fresh corn tortillas covered in cheese are broiled and topped with two poached eggs and a vibrant, fragrant tomatillo-green chile sauce. Served with creamy, smoky pinto beans and hand-grated hash browns.

Buttermilk-Soaked Oat Pancakes    10.95
Tender, flavorful pancakes made with brown sugar, whole wheat, and oats soaked overnight in buttermilk are much lighter than you’d expect and absolutely delicious.  Three big brown beauties are piled on your plate and served with organic maple syrup and butter.

Japanese Sesame Omelette w/Bulldog Sauce & Vegetable Fried Rice      13.95
Jasmine rice stir-fried with ginger, basil, and lots of fresh vegetables, mounded steaming onto a plate and topped with a thin, rolled omelette flavored with sesame oil and whole herb leaves. Drizzled with Japanese Bulldog sauce (a great bottled sauce made from fruit and vegetables; we call it the Japanese A-1).

 

Mudlick Tap House
135 E. 2nd Street, Dayton OH 45402
Brunch Sat & Sun starting at 11am
Bloody Mary Bar

A few brunch menu highlights:
Chicken and Waffles – Bacon fat confit chicken, goat cheese spread, on a honey Belgian waffle, topped with a fried egg, drizzled with charred herb maple syrup
Crab Hash– Lump crab, Yukon potatoes, wilted yellow onion & spinach finished with a fried egg
Cheddar Grits – If you like it hot, add diced jalapeño to give your morning an extra kickstart

Trolley Stop
530 East 5th Street Dayton, OH 45402
Brunch Sat & Sun  11am
Bloody Mary Bar

A few brunch menu highlights:

French Farmer’s Breakfast– Grilled asparagus, sauteed mushrooms, baguette toast and 2 fried farm eggs

Pancake Cinnamon Snackers– Fluffy pancake fritters, tossed in cinnamon and sugar and served with syrup for dip’n

Juevos Ranchero Nachos– Corn tortilla chips mounded with chorizo or avocado, enchilada sauce, black beans, jalapeno, diced tomatoes & onions and 2 fried eggs served with house-made salsa

 

The Golf Club At Yankee Trace
10000 Yankee St, Centerville, OH 45458 | 937-438-4653
Buffet Brunch Sun 10am – 2pm
$19.95 adults, $9.95 Children 6 – 12, 5 and under are FREE

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Reservations for casual dining are accepted

but not required.

 Brunch Menu Features:

  • Fresh Pastries and Homemade Desserts | Freshly Made Belgian Waffles
  • Omelets Made to Order| Freshly Scrambled Eggs
  • Home Fried Potatoes | Bacon | Plump Sausage Links
  • Biscuits and Sausage Gravy
  • Salmon en croûte | Carved Ham, Beef or Turkey
  • Variety of Salads

Blind Bob’s
430 E 5th St, Dayton, OH 45402
Sun 11am – 3pm

Serving up great breakfast sammie’s, tropical oatmeal, orange french toast, and Bob’s Benedicts Saturday and Sunday 11am – 3pm  Brunch entrees run $6-9 and can be complimented with a Bloody Mary or Bloody Maria.  Outdoor dining is available on the patio

The Winds Cafe 
215 Xenia Ave, Yellow Springs  937.767.1144
Sun 10AM – 3PM

A few highlights from their brunch menu:

Morning Walk in Glen Helen – Ahh, there’s nothing like a morning walk in the 
Glen, especially on a beautifully lazy Sunday morning. 
This dish was inspired by one such morning that 
produced a Leo-sized appetite. Creamy Weisenberger 
grits, my latest Kentucky discovery, are enriched 
with fresh summer corn and topped with two 
poached eggs, sauteed domestic shrimp and a 
drizzle of piquant salsa verde…then, time for a nap.
Corn Cakes – These savory cakes are studded with fresh corn and chopped herbs and drizzled with cheddar gravy. They
 are the epitome of a great summer brunch. Served
with scrambled eggs and grilled summer vegetables.
Artichoke and Summer Herb Frittata– Let’s just pretend it’s Sunday morning in Florence. A few 
eggs are beaten with shredded Parmesan and a handful 
of snipped herbs. You pour the mixture over olive oil 
stewed artichokes, slip it into the oven as you quickly
 toss ripe farmer tomatoes with fresh lemon and olive
 oil. You pull the frittata from the oven, spoon on the
 tomatoes, and sprinkle with toasted breadcrumbs.
 As you pour the coffee, your love looks up over the 
newspaper and smiles.

Lily’s Bistro 

329 E 5th St, Dayton, OH 45402
Sunday brunch 11am – 3pm

Known for their New Orleans inspired Beignets, breakfast burritos, waffles, disco fries or  their Hangover Cure- a big bowl of potatoes, scrambled eggs, onions, peppers, cheddar cheese, and mushroom gravy served with toast, you can enjoy brunch Saturday and Sunday from 11am-3pm.  Entrees range from $10 -13