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Monday Night Wine, Appetizer & Pasta Buffet at Giovanni’s

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appetizerWine lovers and foodies, this Monday night Giovanni’s, located at 215 W. Main Street in Fairborn, are opening their doors for a special night of food and wine.  Tickets are $35 (plus tax and gratuity) and guests will have the opportunity to sample many  wines. They will have over 75 wines to choose from and many will be offered for purchase at a discount.

There will be  two pasta stations for you to create your own pasta dish along with  appetizers like Mussels, Brushetta, Baked Caprese, Fig & Prosciutto Pizza, Marsala Chicken Wings, Prime Rib Skewers and Crab Cakes.

Some of the wines being  offered are from owner Tony Spaziani’s private collection from his trips to Italy include:

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Cantine Aurora Piemonte Moscato 2006

Fontanafredda Serralunga d’Alba Barolo 2007

Reservations are required and can be made by calling the restaurant at 937-878-1611.

Zetland Street Hosts Ladies Lounge

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11220815_967247796626893_279782465859893524_nZetland Street is proud to present a monthly gathering for the ladies… The Ladies’ Lounge!!

Usually once a month, on a weeknight evening, for a night of fun, food and friendship!! Their desire is to create a space for local women, so that they can get to know each other, meet the community that surrounds them, and develop relationships that appeal to them, all while bringing a little more knowledge and hopefully FUN to their lives!  Bring a friend, or come solo. They will be bringing a different topic/event each month, so they hope to share a little bit of something for everyone.

This week they  welcome Lily Whitehead of Ohio Henna back for their July gathering, on Tuesday, July 21st.

Show off that summer tan (with an incredible, one-of-a-kind design, hand-drawn by Lily. Lily is bringing her clay 11205590_962636520421354_3396358138320000865_nand her brush, to share a gorgeous henna tattoo of your choice (or choose from one of Lily’s fabulous one-of-a-kind designs!) with you, on your skin of choice. This is a semi-permanent technique that will last approximately 7 days, fading slowly as it goes. Lily uses only the highest quality imported henna powder and skin safe ingredients in her henna paste mix.

There is a $15 charge to partake in the henna art, per person. Food and drinks will be available for purchase.

Please RSVP to [email protected] to reserve your spot today! They limit the spots to only TEN people have added a 2nd night this month on  Wednesday, 22nd, so please indicate which night you wish to attend. Zetland Street is located at 129 W. Franklin Street in Bellbrook.

Ohio Farmers Hop On The Beer Wagon

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conesThe little green flowers responsible for beer’s note of bitterness is attracting a whole new group of farmers to Ohio. More than 100 years ago hop growers populated the state, but between Prohibition and  growing problems with insects and mildew, the industry moved mainly to the Pacific Northwest.   But Ohio’s explosion of craft brewers in the last couple of years has attracted  hop farms to the area.

“The amount of growth in just the last couple of years is amazing,” said Brad Bergefurd, a horticulture specialist at Ohio State University Extension. “ Taking a 100-year-old crop and bringing it back to Ohio is awesome.”

Dave Volkman  of Ohio Valley Hops  grew produce for several years at his small 12-acre Maineville farm, and in 2011 planted his first hops crop after being inspired by a trip to Germany, which grows about 40% of the worlds crop last year. The United States grows about 34%, most of which is grown in Washington state.

Ohio State University Extension horticulturalist Brad Bergefurd,  has received grant funding to explore how to successfully grow hops in Ohio. Bergefurd’s goal is to help local growers supply the hops needs of the ever growing microbreweries that are sprouting up throughout the state. Currently about  $10 million annually is spent with out of state suppliers of hops.

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Krista Arthur and Amy Forsthoefel, 2 of the 3 owners of Little Miami Farms.

Ohio hops growers are on their way to meeting demand. Last year was the first time since Prohibition the state reported hops production: 100 acres planted and 30 acres harvested. In February, Ohio State University partnered with the Ohio Craft Brewers Association to put on a 2 day conference for hops growers this past February that was attended about 500 people.

One of those growers in attendance was Dayton’s own  Amy Forsthoefel, one of the three owners at Little Miami Farms. She shared with us how the Ohio Hops Growers Guild has formed to help the local growers network and learn from each other, as well as set quality standards that will make the Ohio market stand out in the beer world.  In their second growing season, Forsthoefel shares that “at this time they are only growing enough hops to sell to homebrewers, as their entire crop would not satisfy the needs of a brewery like Warped Wing.” Little Miami Farms has plans to continue to expand their hops crop and is even considering adding barley in future seasons.

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Dave Volkman of Ohio Valley Hops

“We want an Ohio variety that’s a little different and grows well here and sets Ohio apart,” Dave Volkman said, adding a few growers with horticulture backgrounds have begun experimenting.

Volkman, who is one of the guild’s directors, said the organization is working on a common definition of quality that meets Ohio brewer needs. Aside from being a stamp of approval and reassurance for hops buyers, the guild also is a resource for growers to learn, buy items for less in bulk and lobby on their behalf when necessary.

Another key ingredient to capturing the Ohio brewery market is hops processing, preferably pelletized. Many Ohio brewers have used fresh hops for seasonal brews, most use pellets because, in addition to a longer shelf life, they also provide flavor consistency.  While pelletized hops are in highest demand, Bergefurd and Volkman expect interest in fresh hops to grow this year after breweries had a successful run with the wet or green brews they made with fresh hops last year. Breweries usually make only a few barrels of a wet brew.

“It’s a newer craft brew that they couldn’t make four or five years ago,” Bergefurd said, noting the recipe requires the hops to be brewed within 24 hours of being picked.

“The plants typically take up to three years to mature, and for vines to develop their full flavor, but after that they can produce for up to 15 years”, according to Forsthoefel.    Hops plants grow upward of 18 feet, so a trellis system will need to be at least that tall and consist of a grid of poles, cables and a drip irrigation system.  This can be costly and time consuming to create, so plans for expansion must be balanced with income projections and the ability to harvest the plans in a timely manner.

Ohio has seen great camaraderie amongst farms and five farms have gone in together and invested in a mobile hops harvester, which can run between $12-20,000 and four have invested in a hops pelletizer, which costs about $15,000.  This spirit of teamwork will allow the industry to flourish in Ohio as the growers continue to claim their hops heritage.

1502512_773086962809924_1935679723560298274_nOn Saturday, July 25th the Ohio Hop Growers Guild is hosting an Open House, encouraging those interested in starting their own hop farms to visit and talk to growers.

Pre-registration is suggested to help the host hop yards anticipate how many visitors they will have.  This event is free; you can visit as many hop yards as time allows.
These are working farms, so please follow all signs for your safety and others.

Participating Hopyards:

 

 

Corner Kitchen To Open Tues, July 21st

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11390018_565227190281878_5980097416459290632_nIt’s been a long time coming, but as of next week the Corner Kitchen will open it’s doors on the corner of 5th & Wayne in the Oregon District.  We revealed the name and plans for this eatery last October.  The remodeling of this former nightclub took a while, since it had never had a kitchen in the space.  Due to the make up of the building, the venting of the kitchen hood meant the work couldn’t get done over the winter, and owners Jack and Natalie Skilliter had to wait until this spring to get the kitchen work done.

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Jack & Natalie, last year before the building was painted.

Chef Jack describes Corner Kitchen “as a ‘finer diner. We intend to provide our guests with mouthwatering updates on many familiar classics. Corner Kitchen will bring a warm spirit to Dayton, a relaxed mood and affordable, farm-fresh food.  We will feature delicious food prepared with love and entirely from scratch and our flavors and our service will be exceptional.”  While Chef Jack handles the kitchen, Natalie’s years of experience in the front of the house should give the new restaurant the smooth service needed for success.

Serving dinner Tuesday through Saturday, from 4:30-10pm and until 11pm on the weekend.  The restaurant will be available for private events during the day.

Here’s the opening Menu:

 

Toast
White Bean & Tomato Bruschetta 5
cannelini bean | roasted tomato | thyme | shallot
BLT 6
braised crisp pork belly | bibb lettuce | tomato jam
Roquefort & Onion 6
balsamic onions | Roquefort | candied walnut
French Dip 9
brisket | gruyere | rosemary au jus
Chicken Salad 7
dried bing cherries | bibb lettuce | red onion | Dijon mayo

 

Small Plate
Soup of the Day 5
Cream of Corn Soup 5
Mushroom Quesadilla 8
mushroom mole | fontina cheese | mango avocado salsa | queso fresco
Poutine 8
french fries | brisket gravy | squeaky cheese curd
Mediterranean Lamb* 11
stewed chickpea | caramelized onion | pomegranate |
lemon garlic sauce | radish | mint | yogurt | pita chips
Liver & Onions* 7
bacon | raisins | kale | mashed potato | sherry mustard sauce
Fish Tacos* 8
halibut | habanero aioli | shaved cabbage | onion salsa
Substitute Tofu 6
Pan Seared Salmon* 12
ginger citrus rice | avocado tomatillo salsa

 

Pasta
Braised Lamb 10 | 18
fettuccine | rosemary | tomatoes | kalamata olives | shaved fennel |
lemon garlic vinaigrette
Rigatoni Boo Boo 9 | 16
spicy tomato meat sauce | ricotta | peas
Mac & Cheese 7 | 14
fusilli | fontina | gruyere | Ludlow Cheese | parm

 

Breakfast
Steak & Eggs 12
two eggs any style | two country fried steak cutlets | gravy | toast
French Toast 8
thick brioche | summer fruit | honey butter
Biscuits & Gravy 5
buttermilk biscuit | housemade sage sausage gravy
Omelette of the Day MP

 

Salad
add chicken +$5, Salmon +$6, or steak +$8 to any salad
Big Salad MP
“a salad, only bigger, with lots of stuff in it”
House Salad 5
radish | carrot | green bean | house vinaigrette
Kale Salad 6
cucumber | tomato | kalamata olives | queso fresco |
house vinaigrette
Quinoa Pita Salad 6
quinoa & chickpea | pita chips | mint | lemon garlic vinaigrette
Caesar Salad 6
romaine | Caesar dressing | white anchovy | croutons
fusilli | fontina | gruyere | Ludlow Cheese | parm

 

Entrée
Chicken Dinner 17
egg battered Ed Hill Chicken | mashed potato | veg of moment
Mussels & Fries 13
Pernod broth | roasted tomato | thyme | French fries |
roast pepper aioli
CK’s Steak 25
NY strip | Cognac peppercorn cream sauce |
mashed potatoes | vegetable of the moment
Halibut 26
housemade gnocchi | green onion | peas |
yellow squash and corn cream
Grilled King Oyster Mushroom 15
mango cashew basmati rice | tomato & cardamom greens
Country Fried Steak 16
mac & cheese | mashed potatoes | braised greens | country gravy
Corner Burger 12
Ludlow Cheese | onion jam | French fries | house pickles

 

 

TASTING MENU
Amuse Bouche
Chef’s Choice
JCB Brut Rose, Cremant de Bourgogne, France, NV
1st Course
Fish Taco
halibut | habanero aioli
| shaved cabbage | onion salsa
Revelry Riesling, Columbia Valley, Washington, 2013
2nd Course
BLT
braised crisp pork belly
| bibb lettuce | tomato jam
Vina Eguia Tempranillo, Rioja, Spain, 2010
3rd Course
Rigatoni Boo Boo
spicy tomato meat sauce | ricotta
| peas
Filomusi Guelfi, Montepulciano, Montelpulciano d’Abruzzo, Italy, 2012
4th Course
Steak & Cognac Peppercorn Cream Sauce
NY strip | mashed potatoes
| vegetable of the moment
Juicy Rebound Rhone Blend, Napa, California, 2010
Dessert
Chocolate Mousse
whipped cream | shaved white chocolate | cherry on top
Heitz Cellar, Ink Grade Port, Napa, California, NV

 

Tasting Menu $34
with wine pairings $58
Full Tables Only Please

Dayton Has A New Beer! Champ

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Beer!!The 750 brew fans at yesterday’s second BEER! A Celebration of Dayton Brewing event at Yellow Cab cast their votes and declared Hairless Hare Brewery as Dayton’s favorite Brewery!  The Vandalia business beat out  last years champ, Fifth Street Brewpub, by just 7 votes.

Co-Owner Matt Harris says, “It’s very cool to be part of the growing beer scene in Datyon with so many great beers.  We appreciate that folks thought ours were the best brews of the day and we’re thrilled to bring home the trophy. ”  The beers they were serving up yesterday were Hoppicrisy Session IPA 5.2 ABV,  IBU 64 and Strawberry Saison ABV 7.7,  IBU 19.

Matt also shared that he was surprised by the number of people at the event that weren’t even aware they existed.   Open since  November of 2013, just across from the 11692800_10153591824603900_6452353095700107168_nairport at 738 W. National Road,  nestled between Stubbie’s and Amvets, you can belly up to the 20 seat bar, grab a table or enjoy a brew on the patio. Aside from award winning beer, they make handcrafted pizza’s, and homemade hummus and salsa, served up with chips.  Harris mentioned they are considered adding a smoker, so they can expand their menu. But for right now he’s pretty happy, “being a part of the beer world in Dayton, which is fast becoming the beer capital of Ohio.”

Hairless Hair will have the honor of displaying the trophy until July 8, 2016 when the 3rd annual BEER! event opens up the field for the next people’s choice award.

 

 

 

Dayton Together – Initiative To Merge City & County Government

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daytontogetherDayton Together, a non-profit corporation, has launched an initiative to propose meaningful changes to the structure of our local government. Dayton Together believes Montgomery County’s recent economic successes, including Fuyao, General Electric’s Research Center and Procter & Gamble, afford an exciting opportunity to ask the question, “What can local governments in Montgomery County do the enhance and accelerate prosperity in the region?”

 

Using Louisville, Kentucky’s metro government as a model, the group will work to create a Montgomery County Charter and propose a ballot initiative to combine the City of Dayton and Montgomery County into a single metro government.

 

“The ultimate decision-making power rests with the people,” said Montgomery County Commissioner Dan Foley, also a member of Dayton Together’s steering committee. “There will be no change unless the majority of voters approve it.”

 

“This initiative responds to the growing realization that our County has been in continual economic decline for the past several decades with the major loss of jobs with livable wages,” said Bro. Raymond Fitz, S.M., former president of the University of Dayton and member of the Dayton Together steering committee. “This lack of good jobs has been a major roadblock to our families and young people.”

 

“The current county structure, comprised of 28 separate local governmental entities, is too fragmented to address and respond to our challenges and opportunities,” said Commissioner Foley. “It’s time to harness our talent for innovation and reinvent how we deliver local governmental services.”

 

Dayton Together studied broader use of shared services agreements, formation of a Council of Governments, and tax sharing agreements but concluded a unified governmental structure was needed to fully achieve needed improvements. “These types of agreements are valuable and are being used in our region already,” said the Honorable Walter H. Rice, U.S. District Court Judge and member of Dayton Together’s steering committee. “But we believe that they are not sufficiently comprehensive to solve our challenges. More dynamic change is necessary.”

 

Dayton Together has begun work through two committees to develop a proposed charter for the Dayton-Montgomery County Metro Government. The charter will allow for additional communities to participate in the future. A Charter Development Committee comprised of a diverse group of 15-20 people will lead the drafting effort with the support of a larger Charter Advisory Committee offering feedback and advice. Meetings excepting work sessions will be open to the public, and input will be sought.

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The Charter Development Committee is co-chaired by Paul Leonard, former Dayton Mayor and Lieutenant Governor, and Commissioner Dan Foley. Brother Ray will chair the Charter Advisory Committee.

 

“The proposed reforms reflected in the new County charter will improve our county-wide performance in attracting, retaining and growing jobs, responding to community-wide challenges, and capitalizing on opportunities,” said Phil Parker, President and CEO of the Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce, and a Dayton Together steering committee member. “The reforms will free up and align resources for more effective investment in infrastructure and development initiatives, as well as increase our community’s visibility, voice and clout as we work to attract and retain both people and jobs.”

 

“As we look to the future of our communities, we know there is support for this type of bold, innovative measure,” said Judge Rice. We must reverse the declining trends in our county. We may not create a perfect government, but we can make improvements that will set the stage for success.”

 

For more information: www.daytontogether.com

Your 2nd Dozen Donuts Just 78 Cents On Friday

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donutlgFriday might be a great day to volunteer to bring the donuts to work, because as part of their 78th anniversary, Krispy Kreme is giving us a a  donut deal on July 10th.  Buy any regularly-priced dozen doughnuts AND bring in this Facebook group coupon , Krispy Kreme will throw in a dozen Original Glazed doughnuts for only 78 cents more.

Krispy Kreme- The beginning:
Vernon Rudolph bought a secret yeast-raised doughnut recipe from a New Orleans French chef, rented a building in what is now historic Old Salem in Winston-Salem, NC, and began selling Krispy Kreme doughnuts to local grocery stores. The delicious scent of cooking doughnuts drifted into the streets, and passers-by stopped to ask if they could buy hot doughnuts. So, he cut a hole in an outside wall and started selling hot Original Glazed doughnuts directly to customers on the sidewalk.

15The lure of a freshly made hot Krispy Kreme dounut has become  so irresistible that in 1992 the stores added a red light that could be turned on when a new batch was made.

And now in keeping up with the latest technology there’s a  Hot Light App in response to customer requests to know exactly when our doughnuts are the hottest. Becoming wildly popular since it’s inception, it continues to evolve as it alerts Krispy Kreme fans when it’s the perfect time for hot, delicious doughnuts. Click to get the apps!

So happy birthday Krispe Kreme and thanks for the deal!

 

Roadtrip for Lego Lovers

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It’s not often that DaytonMostMetro is going to suggest you get in your car and head to the mall in Cincinnati, but if you’re a fan of history, Lego or visual arts, we’ve got to say, GO!  You’ve got until July 19th to head to Kenwood Towne Centre and catch The Lego® Americana Roadshow.   Featuring giant replicas of the nation’s most recognizable landmarks made from thousands of bricks, this display is truly amazing.

The Lego® Americana Tour is a highly visual, educational and free traveling installation of larger-than-life Lego® models. Replicas of iconic buildings and architectural structures will be on exhibit at various locations throughout the shopping center. Kenwood Towne Centre is the only venue in Ohio to host The LEGO Americana Tour.build-take-washington

Build and take home your own mini version of a Lego®
Washington Monument for FREE!*

7/11/2015 – 7/12/2015
Time: Noon – 4 p.m.
Macy’s Wing

*No purchase necessary. Offer good while supplies last. Open to participants aged 4 and older

The one-of-a-kind, large scale models of American landmarks made completely out of Lego® bricks by Lego® Master Builders will entertain customers with stunning visuals and fun facts. Featured landmarks include: U.S. Capitol Building, White House, Supreme Court, Washington Monument, Jefferson Memorial, Lincoln Memorial, Statue of Liberty, Independence Hall and Old North Church.

LegoKenwood Town Centre is located at 7875 Montgomery Road in Cincinnati.  From Dayton take I75 south about 35 miles then take exit 16 to merge onto I-275 E toward I-71/Columbus.  In 6 miles take exit 49 to merge onto I-71 S toward Cincinnati, then take exit 12 for US-22/Montgomery Rd/OH-3 and the mall will be towards your right.

Psychedelic Cowboy Band To Rock Out Oddbody’s

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11070838_10152677672131892_2055876415150561702_nLegendary band, the New Riders of the Purple Sage / NRPS return to town this Wed, July 1st  for one big show at Oddbody’s in Dayton.  The band was born in 1969 as a joint effort between John Dawson and Jerry Garcia, NRPS also included Phil Lesh and Mickey Hart. Their first gold record ‘The Adventures of Panama Red’ was at the forefront of the country rock sound with smoking hits like “Panama Red” and “Glendale Train.” New Riders still feature original members David Nelson and Buddy Cage with Michael Falzarano (Hot Tuna), Johnny Markowski (Stir Fried/JGB) and Ronnie Penque (Stir Fried/JGB/Ripple).

This show comes just in to time to serve as a warm up for all those fans  heading  to Chicago this weekend for the Grateful Dead’s 50th Anniversary “Fare Thee Well” shows July 3 – 5, which includes NRPS’s own “Psychedelic Last Supper” after shows. For Cincy and Columbus folks, stop over on your trek to Chi-town. Whether you’re going there or Willy Fest Music and Arts Gathering 2015 – whatever your July 4th plans are, plan on getting the party started  in Dayton at Oddbody’s Wednesday night!

Schedule:
8 – 8:40pm: Arrows of Neon (Dayton-based Grateful Dead tribute band)
9 – 9:40pm: Subterranean (Dayton-based original jam band… Improvisation with Intent!)
10 – 12am: New Riders of the Purple Sage

Doors open at 7pm and guests 18 and over are welcome.  Tickets run $20 in advance, $25 at the door.

This is a Venus Child Productions & Western Noise Entertainment event.

Downtown Residents Petitioning For Indian Restaurant

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food_displayAs someone who has worked downtown for years,
I have to admit lunchtime options are somewhat limited. Sure you can get subs, pizza, burgers and Chinese food. Carmen’s Deli offers some Turkish and Mediterranean choices. The reopening of Agnes All Natural Grill fills the need for jerk seasonings.  But if you have a craving for Indian food you are totally out of luck.  And some downtown and South Park residents want to change that.

 
Last night South Park resident and longtime Downtown cheerleader Kate Ervin launched an online petition to recruit an Indian restaurant to the neighborhood, even going as far as prospecting a location for them:

 

Dear owners of Amar, Ajanta, Maharaja, Jeet, India Chaat,
or any other Indian culinary entrepreneur out there:

We the undersigned residents, workers, and/or frequent visitors of Greater Downtown Dayton, do hereby request that you open a new location in the center of town. We’re desperate for some saucy spicy goodness around here and we’re sick of driving out to the end of the earth to get it. We promise you’ll be the most popular thing around, especially if you include a lunch buffet, and maybe some of those little fennel candies at the register.

Here, we’ve already picked out a location for you! There’s a brand new building being built on Warren Street, and some of us in the South Park neighborhood really want to walk there. It’s right across from the hospital – think about all the doctors that will eat there! 50 luxury apartments upstairs. CoCo’s has a great thing going next door – you’re next! Just call Bill at 426.3577 and he’ll hook you up with the space.

Respectfully but hungrily,

Downtown people

Click here to sign the petition, and if you’d like to help them spread the word, just share this post!  And who knows, maybe we’ll all be enjoying some Vindaloo, Palak Paneer and Tandori Chicken downtown!

Taste at the Crossroads This Tuesday

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vandalia-ohio-chamberThe Vandalia- Butler Chamber presents the Taste at the Crossroads this Tuesday, June 23th from 5 – 8:30pm outside at the Vandalia Sports Complex.   This event is rain or shine. This annual event is designed to showcase restaurants and catering companies from across the Miami Valley.

For your  ticket you get a chance to sample as many tastes as you’d like from Max & Erma’s, Longhorn Steakhouse, Olive Garden, El Toro Mexican Restaurant, Fricker’s, Skyline Chili, Hooters, Boston’s Bistro & Pub, Warehouse 4 Coffee, Cardinal Catering, Creatif11224494_490619121093385_8884657802149390655_o Catering, Kohler Catering, Subway, McDonald’s, Kroger Bakery, and Walmart Bakery.

Available for purchase are brew from local craft breweries Hairless Hair, Dayton Beer Company, Luck Star Brewing, Fifth Street Brewery and Toxic Beer Company along with 8 different varieties of wine, soft drinks and water.

 

Today is the last day to get discounted advance tickets for $12. You can call and reserve them with a Visa or MasterCard through the VB Chamber; 937-898-5351 or  stop in to any of these businesses to get your tickets:

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Abbey Credit Union
Day Air Credit Union
Monroe Federal Savings & Loan
City of Vandalia Government Offices

Tickets at the door will run $17

Dayton Dwell – A Celebration of Home!

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The typical American home is around 2600 square feet, while the typical small or tiny house is around 100-400 square feet. Tiny Houses come in all shapes, sizes and forms but they focus on smaller spaces and simplified living. People are joining this movement for many reasons, but the most popular reasons are because of environmental concerns, financial concerns and seeking more time and freedom.

This weekend, as part of Homearam, the Colorado Springs based Tiny House Jamboree™  will have a few of these little dwellings be on display at the  Hook Estate. Four professional Tiny House builders will be opening their homes for tiny tours and speaking throughout the weekend about the ins and outs of living small.

The 1929 Hook Estate’s 12,000 square foot mansion will also be conducting live demonstrations and tours with home preservation seminars and vendors. The entire event is family friendly and will allow attendees to experience, first-hand, Tiny House and historic living.  You’ll find the Hook Estate at 1231 Hook Estate Dr in Dayton.

Show Dates & Times:

June 19, 2015: Noon – 9pm
June 20, 2015: Noon – 9pm
June 21, 2015: Noon – 7pm

 

The event is proudly supported and produced by a dedicated partnership between:

  1. The Home Builders Association of Dayton (producers of Homearama)
  2. The Tiny House Jamboree of Colorado Springs, CO.
  3. Red Oak Productions presenting the Ohio Old House Fair at the historic Hook Estate.
  4. The City of Dayton, Ohio

 

 

 

 

Please visit their site at www.daytonhomerama.com for more information, and visit the Homerama on Facebook.

Vectren Dayton Air Show Adds Ultralight Display

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ultraSome of the most fascinating flying machines at this weekend’s Vectren Dayton Air Show Presented by Kroger will also be some of the tiniest.

While massive military jets such as the Air Force C-17 Globemaster III airlifter and KC-135 refueler will dominate the static display area at Dayton International Airport, spectators will also have a chance to discover the world of light-sport and ultralight aircraft—the smallest, simplest machines one can fly.

As many as six light airplanes are scheduled to be on display both days of the weekend air show. While numbers and types are subject to change, the lineup includes examples of Challenger, Phantom, Quicksilver, Rans, Titan and Xenon aircraft. Put on by local enthusiasts, the ultralight display is new to the air show this year.

Instead of streamlined hulls and jet engines, these one- or two-seat machines are made with tubes, wires and fabric. They typically have two-stroke engines that deliver 30 to 60 horsepower. They don’t go fast, but their open-air designs offer spectacular views.

“They give the pilot a bird’s eye view of the world with the wind in his face,” said Paul Lindamood, director of Dayton Ultralights, an informal group of recreational fliers based at Moraine Airpark.

“Ultralight flying is largely about the simplicity, the romance and the glory days of flying—the sheer exhilaration of being a part of the wind, the sky and the elements,” said Lindamood, who plans to display his Quicksilver 2S both days.

Lindamood believes ultralight flying allows one to experience flight as the Wright brothers knew it—but with the benefit of today’s aerospace materials and design knowledge. “Wilbur and Orville would have marveled at what these modern day craft can do,” he said.

Originally organized in 2000 and revived in 2013, Dayton Ultralights holds numerous annual fly-ins, contests and group flying excursions. It counts a local flying membership of 75, with more than 30 pilots and aircraft based in the Dayton region. Its Facebook page includes more than 1,100 pilots from around the world.

“We work to reach out to the flying and non-flying community in communicating the merits of ultralight and open-air flying. We endeavor to adhere to all conventional rules of flight and airport safety operations, and to constantly improve our flying skills and abilities,” Lindamood said.

The Vectren Dayton Air Show is one of America’s top annual aviation events. This year’s headliner act will be the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds. Joining them will be the U.S. Navy F-18 Super Hornet, U.S. Army Golden Knights and a U.S. Coast Guard search and rescue (SAR) demonstration. Making its first appearance in Dayton will be the Breitling Jet Team from Dijon, France, on its first North American Tour. The show will also feature Jack Link’s Screamin’ Sasquatch Jet WACO, Mat Younkin’s Beech 18 aerobatics, the legendary Sean D. Tucker, the Shockwave Jet Truck and the Wright “B” Flyer, a lookalike of the Wright brothers’ first production airplane.

Discount general admission tickets are on sale at area Kroger Stores. The Greater Dayton RTA is offering Park & Ride express shuttle service from the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force. Gates are open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. The feature show takes place from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Ollie’s Place Set To Open Wednesday!

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Owner Mike Schwart at the Beer Engine.

Mike Schwartz has been dreaming about this new place for more than 20 years.  He shared “that once I realized I couldn’t expand the Belmont Party Supply any more I started dreaming up this next venture.”  And on Wed, June 10th at 4pm, you can experience the reality of that dream- Ollie’s Place, located at 518 Miamisburg Centerville Rd in the Home Center Shopping Center, next to the newly located Hauer Music store.

Named after Mike’s Grandfather Ollie Schwartz,  a meat-cutter, local business owner and widowed father of six during the end of The Great Depression.  As  a strong, spirited man, he also served as a role model for Mike’s entrepreneurship.  10484728_423874581125810_7776538771099762842_n

 

Ollie’s Place is a restaurant that features 60 rotating taps of the best craft beers, a whiskey bar that is home to over 200 whiskeys from around the world,  and a retail beer  and wine carrryout with 1600 beers to choose from. Mike says, “with that selection if you can’t find a beer you like, you don’t like beer.”  There is even a beer engine, a manually operated device used to pump beer from a cask.

 

The beercooler itself was a rather impressive piece of engineering, Mike explained to me that each time a keg is changed, the lines are plugged in to a built in cleaning line, keeping the flavor of the beers pristine. And opposite the keg wall, the bottled beer lines up into the retail side of the operation.  You’ll be able to build your own six pack and the staff is well trained to make suggestions based on your likes or dislikes.  The retail side also offers homebrew kits as well as equipment for making your own beer or wine.  Schwartz shared that they will be offering brewing classes as the new location soon.

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vanilla bean cheesecake

The restaurant, with seating for 140 (plus a patio to be added later this summer)  will be open at 4pm Tuesday through Sunday for dinner, as well as lunch on Saturday and Sunday from 11am -8pm.

 

Chef Joshua Walden will be executing a menu created by consultant Chef Don Warfe.  Appetizers include a cheese plate, herbed goat cheese and baguettes, and my favorite the Tempura bacon wrapped asparagus. Salads choices included a grilled chicken salad and a strawberry and mango mesclin option.  Main course selections included curry chicken kabobs, lump crab cakes, cauliflower steak, grilled chicken, shrimp or chicken tacos and black and blue sliders.  The menu includes beer pairing suggestions for each item.

 

Sous Chef Aimee Plessa does a fantastic job with the desserts, I tasted both the vanilla bean cheesecaks and the double chocolate bourbon creme brulee, which both paired perfectly with the Great Divide Yeti Imperial Stout.

General Manager Gus Stathes explained to us that the tap list for opening night will be filled with as many special beers as they can get their hands on.  On an ongoing basis you can check BeerMenus.com to know what’s 10252054_10154093191868492_5005965636979665470_n-1on tap at Ollie’s.   He posted this hand written list on facebook a few hours ago.  So it won’t seem to matter what kind of beer you like, you’ll find something you like on draft.  And each beer has a 4oz tasting price, as well as prices for a pint, howler or growler (not all beers will be offered in growlers).

And if beer is not your thing, check out the wine list, the specialty cocktails or list of over 200 bourbons, 25 Irish whiskeys, or 55 scotch options priced for both a taste and a 2oz serving.

We think Ollie’s Place is gonna be one of Dayton’s new favorite places!

 

 

Two Dayton Family Beer Businesses To Partner

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DBCAt 2:30pm today Dayton’s oldest family run Beer Distributor, Bonbright, partners with the Dayton area’s oldest Brewers, Dayton Beer Company,  to sign an exclusive beer distribution agreement.

According to Chris Fritz of Bonbright, “good liquid is easy to sell” and since Pete Hilgeman opened his new 4,000-square-foot beer hall and tap room and a 4,000-square-foot production brewery the beers he’s been brewing has just continued to improve.  This deal will allow Hilgeman to concentrate on brewing while Bonbright Distributing will take care of getting those beers out in the nine county area they trade in.  Fritz says, “we only sell beer we believe in and we believe in Pete and the beers he’s brewing.”

Now that the new facility has been open for about 6 weeks, the next new thing will be canning the brews they are making at the Madison Street location and the distribution deal can make that a big success.

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Brock and Pete seal the deal with a beer! This is the first of the local breweries to sign a distribution deal.

 

 

 

FUSIAN Returns Home To Open Restaurant #6

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11143467_1097496070265787_1872570988225188450_nAs first announced in February of 2014, a second FUSIAN location opens Thursday, May 28th in the brand new Oak Creek Crossing retail development.  This newly built  shopping center in SR-725 already is home to;

  • Zoup! – fast-casual soup concept restaurant with 12 rotating daily varieties and made-to-order salads and sandwiches. Opens May 14.
  • PetPeople – 4,500-square-foot store with high-quality, natural pet foods and supplies
  • Elements Massage– 2nd location for this therapeutic massage business

Coming Soon:

  • El Rancho Grande Restaurant – sit-down Mexican restaurant – Opening soon
  • Whole Foods – 45,000-square-foot store is this specialty grocer’s first Dayton-area location – Opening June 3rdFullSizeRender 6

The quick serve sushi concept opened their first restaurant in 2010 and the Washington Township store is the 2nd Dayton location, with 3 in the Cincinnati market and 1 currently in Columbus, with 3 more scheduled to open still this year.  In 2016 they’ll add at least 2 more in Cincinnati and when we asked owners Zack and Josh Weprin and Steve Harman, who are UD grads, about more in Dayton we got no answer but a sly grin, which I guess means more to come.  “We love Dayton… it’s where we grew up, and it’s where we consider home. Our continued efforts to bring our food and our company to new markets would not be possible without supportive communities, a great team, and amazing customers!”

A 10 piece sushi roll will set you back about $8 and you can add a  cucumber or seaweed salad or edamame side to your meal for just a few dollars more. Just like at Chipotle,  you move down the line to custom build your roll,  starting with a seaweed or soy wrapper, brown or white rice, choose a protein, salmon, chicken, shrimp, tuna, crab mix or tofu, then add veggies of your choice and top off with a sauce.  The food at FUSIAN is always fresh and sourced locally when possible.

fusian-04According to FUSIAN HR Manager Teresa Perretta 25 new team members were added to the FUSIAN family to open this location.  She said “staffing it was easy, we’ve had a wait list at the Brown Street store for 2 years.  Finding a crew that is passionate about what we do it makes all the difference in the world to us. We’re all about community and transparency, which is why this new design is a prototype for all our new builds now.  You can see from the front door to the kitchen and that’s purposeful.”

If the soft opening was any indication, we expect FUSIAN will be packed from the moment it opens its doors at 11am to 10pm seven days a week.  The 58 seat eater will donate all proceeds tomorrow from 6-8pm to Crayons To Classrooms.   And be sure and check out their  Olive + FUSIAN COLLAB Sushi Roll which results in a $1 donation to Crayons To Classroom for each one sold.