Lisa Grigsby

Grab & Go Keto Meals and More

November 16, 2020 By Lisa Grigsby

Scratch Food has been undergoing a massive overhaul to prepare for the launch of PangeaKeto Dayton– a grab and go KETO retail store and bakery, located behind The Paragon Supper Club in Washington Township. Opening day is Tues, Nov 17th!

On the day I was there, Chef Marshall Bartley was making fresh-baked Pumpkin Donuts- that have just 1 NET CARB! This is just one of the proprietary items they will offer. Their autumn line included, fresh-baked chocolate donuts, donut holes, and Cupcakes with Pumpkin Spiced Cream Cheese Frosting. Chef said the best thing he’s created is their KETO waffle. Owner Matt Hayden pipes in and says it’s their KETO chocolate.

For those not familiar with the ketogenic diet is a high-fat, adequate-protein, low-carbohydrate diet. It involves drastically reducing carbohydrate intake and replacing it with fat. This reduction in carbs puts your body into a metabolic state called ketosis. When this happens, your body becomes incredibly efficient at burning fat for energy. Ketogenic diets can cause significant reductions in blood sugar and insulin levels. The diet forces the body to burn fats rather than carbohydrates.

Don’t worry if you don’t understand all the science involved, there will be plenty of folks at the store that can explain it to you.

PangeaKeto has been developing and producing some of the best sugar-free, low/no carb meals, snacks, baked goods, and sweets available on the market! You can pick up breads, sauces, snacks and so much more. They even make their very own pork rinds, fulfilling that craving for crunch that so many on keto diets crave. Try their soups, the cheesy cauliflower, broccoli cheddar crab caught my interest.

Choose from 15 Keto pre-made meals that include:

Smoked chicken gouda
Meatball w/ zoodles & tomato alfredo
Italian Sausage Risotto
Bbq bacon cheddar chicken
Pasta-free lasagna
Chicken codon bleu
Sausage zucchini bake
Seasoned chicken wings
Southwestern Pork
Cheesey chicken & broccoli
Mu Shu Pork
Coconut braised chicken thighs
Enchilada beef bowl
Mushroom Swiss Burger

They also have about 20 other meals for other dietary needs.

Meals are $10.99, come frozen and can be cooked in the microwave in minutes. You can also order these meals online.

PangeaKeto even has makes its very own chocolate bars, plain and with crunch.

Visit this Saturday and you’ll be able to sample their 9″ pizza’s, made right in the shop to order. Choose from a red sauce, alfredo or walnut pesto and add you favorite toppings. While it’s cooking you can stock up on groceries for the week.

Scratch Food – PangeaKeto Dayton

767 Miamisburg Centerville Rd
Dayton, OH 45459

(937) 567-7850

Tues- Fri 10am – 6pm
Sat 9am – 4pm

New Asian Restaurant Opens Near Dayton Mall

November 16, 2020 By Lisa Grigsby

It may have been a long time coming- as there have been coming soon signs in the windows of this former Qdoba spot since last winter. But then again no one predicted we’d have a pandemic either. Finally opening it’s doors just last week, Fu Mon Lau is now serving lunch and dinner seven days a week in a very modern feeling dining room on St Rt. 725 in South Town Centre, just east of the Dayton Mall. They specialize in Cantonese style Chinese cuisine with a wide selection of seafood.

The name Fu Mon Lau in Chinese means a house full of happiness and my lunch today sure made me happy. The lunch special of szechuan beef came with a choice of white, brown or fried rice and soup (egg drop, wonton or hot and sour) for just $8.95. Lunch specials are available from 11am – 3:30pm.

The full menu is available to order from online.

Fu Mon Lau

2008 Miamisburg Centerville Rd, Dayton, OH 45459

937-293-2211/ 937-293-2277

Monday – Thursday 11:00 AM – 09:30 PM
Friday – Saturday 11:00 AM – 10:30 PM
Sunday 12:00 PM – 09:30 PM

Delivery available via Door Dash

Maker’s Mark Holiday Bottle Dipping Event

November 15, 2020 By Lisa Grigsby

Are you looking for a unique holiday gift for a bourbon lover in your family? Maybe you are a connoisseur and just want to treat yourself? Maker’s Mark will be coming to River’s Edge at Newport Landing in Kentucky on Friday, Dec 4th for a unique bottle dipping event from 6-9pm. We all know how nostalgic the signature red wax is on a bottle of Maker’s Mark, but there are not many opportunities for you to add a second color wax to your bottle.

During the event, you will get to have your classic red wax bottle hand-dipped with a dip of green wax to transform it into the perfect holiday spirit. Your $25 ticket includes 2 drink tickets and a lavish spread of hors d’oeuvres. Bottles will be available for purchase on-site, but save significantly on select products by pre-purchasing during the checkout process. Reserve online here.

Due to liquor licensing laws, you cannot bring in your outside bottles to this event.

BB Riverboats

101 Riverboat Row
Newport, KY 41071

Get Directions

(800) 261-8586

Time To Order Your Holiday Pies

November 12, 2020 By Lisa Grigsby

It’s just not Thanksgiving without pie. Culinary historians date the tradition of serving pie on Thanksgiving back to the 18th century, and judging by modern search trends, pie is still the Thanksgiving dessert of choice today. The art of baking pies has been handed down for generations, but if handing out in the kitchen, measuring and baking isn’t your thing- no worries, there are plenty of options for you to just order your pies. Check these out!

Ghostlight Coffee

800 S. Patterson Blvd, Dayton
Preorder online. Orders being accepted until Noon, Sat. Nov. 21

The Lumberjack Pie

10″ ~ Serves 10-12 ~ $20
This might be the most addictive pie on your buffet (so make the slices small!). A combination of salty & sweet: a crispy, cinnamon-y cookie inspired crust is filled with ooey-gooey, buttery, custard-y, maple-y goodness. It’s delightful (good luck keeping Uncle Joe out of this one!)

Allergen Info: Dairy, Egg, Gluten (Wheat), Soy

The Pumpkin & Maple Pie
Baked from scratch by the Ghostlight Bakehouse
Vegan. 10″ ~ Serves 8-10 ~ $18
Traditional, but reimagined for everyone! Pumpkin Pie with Maple Syrup, Autumn Spices & Creamy Vanilla. Allergen Info: Gluten (Wheat), Soy

The Kentucky Bourbon Pecan Pie
Baked from scratch by the Ghostlight Bakehouse
10″ ~ Serves 8-10 ~ $19
Sure to become a family favorite! Pecan Pie gussied up with a splash (or few) of Kentucky Bourbon. Allergen Info: Milk (Dairy), Egg, Tree Nuts (Almond, Pecan), Gluten (Wheat), Soy Note: this pie contains Alcohol as an ingredient.

Cranberry Apple Crumble Pie
Baked from scratch by Tina’s Sweet Treats Dairy Free. Gluten Free. 9″ ~ Serves 8-10 ~ $19
Our friends at Tina’s Sweet Treats are offering this delicious Gluten AND Dairy Free option for our customers! It’s Tina’s popular Apple Pie with Tart Cranberries. Allergen Info: Dairy, Tree Nuts, Egg

The Bourbon Sweet Potato Pie
Baked from scratch by Tina’s Sweet Treats Gluten Free. 9″ ~ Serves 8 ~ $22
Another amazing GLUTEN FREE option from Tina that will surely please your family. This Sweet Potato Pie is kicked up a notch with a few glogs of Kentucky Bourbon, but wait! There’s more! It’s topped with Candied Pecans! Allergen Info: Dairy, Tree Nuts, Egg

All orders to be picked up at Ghostlight Coffee Midtown TUES 11/24 -or- WED 11/25 12 Noon – 6pm
Other special pick-up requests, please email [email protected] to discuss (charges apply)

Salt Block Biscuit Company

115 East Third Street, Dayton 937-938-9079

Cobblers, Pies, Biscuits, Cookies & much more
Or message on Instagram or Facebook
Cut off date for ordering November 23rd
Pick up by November 25th
Closed on Thanksgiving

Ashley’s Pastry Shop

21 Park Ave, Oakwood (937) 293-1719

We’ve got a variety of pies, bread, and cookies that are sure to make your Thanksgiving day a little sweeter! Call today to place your order. Don’t forget about our butterscotch rolls. Order early.

Partial to Pie

200 Shroyer Rd., Dayton. 937-813-8851

Already Sold Out for Thanksgiving week orders

Evans Bakery

700 Troy St., Old North Dayton 937-228-4151

Sweet potato, pecan, and peanut butter pies, pumpkin roll, cookies as well as rolls and other goodies

Say Yes Cakes

2920 Wayne Avenue, Dayton 937-938-9352

PIES- Bob Andy, pumpkin, pecan, apple, and sweet potato

PUMPKIN ROLLS
Traditional -half roll for $7 -whole roll for $14
Chocolate covered chocolate chip pumpkin roll
-half roll for $9. -whole roll for $18
White chocolate covered pumpkin roll
-half roll for $8 -whole roll for $16

Mehaffies Pies

3013 Linden Ave, Dayton (888) 289-7437 (937) 424-3425

With over 40 types of pies, the most popular for Thanksgiving are apple, pecan and pumpkin. Pies start at $9
72 hour notice requested.

Got a favorite pie shop we’ve missed? Drop us a note with details and we’ll add them.

Jimmie’s Ladder 11 Celebrates Ninth Anniversary

November 9, 2020 By Lisa Grigsby

Jimmie’s Ladder 11 opened for business on 11-11-11 in a renovated 1892 firehouse on Brown Street. They are hosting a special 3 course dinner for two this Wednesday, November 11th from 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm. Guests are encouraged to dress to the nines and the Best Dressed Couple will win a $99.99 Gift Card.

Featuring:
-Candlelight Dinner for 2 Menu
-Specialty Stoli Vodka & Tequila Corralejo Craft Cocktails
-Featured Local Draft Beers

Call (937) 424-1784 and make Your Reservations Today

Flashback Unplugged at The Moose

November 8, 2020 By Lisa Grigsby

Sam, Brenda and Steve…. original members of Flashback BAND coming to you unplugged

Veterans Day Freebies For 2020

November 6, 2020 By Lisa Grigsby

Many restaurants and retailers are honoring our Veterans by offering freebies and special deals to honor those that have served. These offers are good on Veterans Day, which is this Wednesday, November 11th, 2020, unless otherwise noted. If you know of a deal we’ve missed please add it in the comment below and we’ll add it to the list.

Amber Rose Restaurant

Always offers military in uniform 10% off their meal

Applebee’s Grill & Bar

On Veterans Day, Wednesday Nov. 11, active duty military and veterans with valid ID can enjoy a free meal from a special Applebee’s menu on Veterans Day. The restaurant chain suggests contacting your local Applebee’s to learn more about any Veterans Day offerings. Offers may vary based on local mandates and guidelines.

BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse

All current and former military who come into BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse can enjoy free Veterans Day meal. A military ID is required before you can get the free Veterans Day meal from BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse.

Blue Berry Cafe

On Wednesday, Novemeber 11th – 7am to 2pm…every Veteran dining in with us will receive a Meal on US!

🇺🇸 Please bring your Military ID
🇺🇸 One Meal Per Veteran PLEASE
🇺🇸 Order any breakfast or lunch off of our regular menu
🇺🇸 Cup of Regular Coffee or Fresh Brewed Iced Tea is also included
🇺🇸 Call Us 30 minutes prior to your arrival and we will get you started on our waitlist

🇺🇸This offer is for Dine In ONLY. Take Out is available and as always, we do offer a military discount of 15% with proof of ID

937-848-5900 for take out or to get on our call ahead seating list!

Bob Evans

The Veterans Day free meal choices include Hand-Breaded Crispy Fried Chicken, Country Biscuit Breakfast, Brioche French Toast, the Mini Sampler, Stack of Hotcakes, Country Fried Steak, or Soup & Salad Combo. This is for dine-in only, and beverages and gratuity aren’t included.

Buffalo Wild Wings

Buffalo Wild Wings is having their annual Veterans Day free food deal on Veterans Day, which is Wednesday, November 11. All day, veterans and active duty military get a free order of boneless wings and a side of fries.

Visit a participating Chili’s on Wednesday, November 11, 2020, to get your Veterans Day free meal if you’re a veteran or on active military duty.

All military members and veterans can visit City Barbeque on Wednesday, November 11, for Veterans Day to get a free sandwich platter. This Veterans Day free food offer

Company 7 BBQ

Every day of the year, we offer a 10% discount on every entrée, and adult sandwich to active duty military members, veterans, as well as other first responders with proper ID. Thank you for your service, we are eternally in your debt!!

Cooper’s Hawk

On Veteran’s Day, we will offer a complimentary glass of wine to Veterans.

Cracker Barrel

Cracker Barrel is giving veterans the choice between a free Double Chocolate Fudge Coca-Cola Cake dessert, a slice of Fruit Cobbler, or their All-American Apple Pie.

Dewberry 1850 at Dayton Marriott

We cannot adequately express our gratitude to those who have served in the defense of our country. Happy Veteran’s Day & thank you!

Please visit us on 11/11/2020 from 6A-10A for breakfast & 5P-10P and receive 20% off your order.

Dunkin Donuts

To show their support, Dunkin’ Donuts is giving away free donuts to active duty military and veterans on Wednesday, November 11, 2020.

This free Veterans Day donut is limited to one per customer while supplies last and is for dine-in only, but no purchase or military ID is required.

Fazoli’s

Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers

Visit Freddy’s this Veterans Day, November 11, to get a free combo meal card.You must be a veteran or active duty military to pick up the card, but it can be redeemed by anyone through November 30, 2020.

Fricker’s

Get 10 free wings with current or retired military ID Dine in only

Frisch’s Big Boy

Free meal to all Veterans and active duty military on Veterans Day, Wednesday, November 11. Guests are asked to bring a military ID to claim an offer

Gigi’s Gyros

All veterans and active-duty military can get one free Gyro. Guests are asked to bring a military ID.

Golden Coral

Starting on November 1 and running through November 30, 2020, Golden Corral will be giving out Veterans Day free meal and beverage cards to active duty and veterans. They can be redeemed once anytime through May 31, 2021, for lunch or dinner, Monday through Thursday.

Gold Star Chili

A complimentary 3-way and drink will be available to all veterans and active-duty military on Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2020 at all of Gold Star’s 70+ locations throughout Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana

Hickory River Smokehouse

Veterans & Active Duty Military, stop by your local Hickory River Smokehouse on Wednesday, November 11th for a Free Meal! Thank you for your service!

Jubie’s Creamery

Offering 20% off any menu item with a valid Military ID

Mamma DiSalvo’s

20% off for active and retired military with ID. Dine in or carry-out.

McDonald’s

Veterans get either a free breakfast, lunch, or dinner meal to veterans who show a valid ID. The free breakfast options include an Egg McMuffin, Chicken McGriddles, or a Bacon, Egg and Cheese Biscuit. Each item comes with a soft drink of any size, tea, or hot coffee, and a hash brown. Lunch and dinner meals include a double cheeseburger, six-piece Chicken McNuggets, or Filet-O-Fish. All options will come with any size soft drink, tea or hot coffee, and an order of small fries. Each meal will be available at no charge via drive-thru or carry out at participating McDonald’s restaurants across Ohio.

On Veterans Day, all McDonald’s customers will receive a complimentary American flag sticker decal with each order. Customers can post an image of the sticker with the hashtag #McDSupportsVeterans to be entered into a contest for a $100 Arch Card gift card and a $1,000 donation to the local veteran organization of their choice.

Melting Pot

We salute, honor, and thank all military service members and veterans with 20% off your dinner for you and a guest. Offer only for active duty military and military veterans. Valid proof of military service is required. This offer is for food only. It excludes alcohol, retail, gift cards and to-go items.

Mimis Cafe

20% off for Veterans and their families, up to a party of six. Applies to dine-in or take out orders, but not delivery orders.

Mudlick Tap House

20% off (excluding alcohol and tax) for Active Duty and Retired.
Dine-in and Carry out (must show military ID upon pickup).

O’Charley’s

Veterans and active duty military can stop into an O’Charley’s location and get a free meal from their Veterans Day Thank You Menu on Wednesday, November 11.

Palermo’s Italian Restaurant

There is a 15% discount year round, and a 20% discount on Veterans Day. This discount is valid all day and for any meal offered on our menu, excluding alcoholic drinks.

Active duty military, reserve, and military veterans can stop by Red Lobster and get a free appetizer or dessert on Wednesday, November 11, 2020.

Red Robin

Veterans and active duty military can stop into any participating Red Robin location between November 12 and November 30 to get a free Tavern Double Burger and Bottomless Steak Fries.

On Veterans Day this year, all members of the military—including veterans, retired, and active military—can get a free, 20 oz smoothie of their choosing. You must bring valid military ID or another proof of service in order to redeem the offer. It’s good only in stores.

Texas Roadhouse

To celebrate Veterans Day, they will hand out dinner vouchers at their stores’ parking lots on Wednesday, November 11, from 11am – 2pm. They ask that all active, former, or retired military members please have their Military ID or proof of service when driving through to pick up their dinner voucher. Veterans and active military can redeem their dinner vouchers in-store until June of next year.

The Melting Pot

The Pub Beavercreek

In honor of the brave men and women who serve, The Pub is offering a free entree for all active or retired military members on Wednesday, November 11th.

White Caste

White Castle is giving out a free Combo Meal (#1-#6) or a free Breakfast Combo Meal to any veteran or other military members who come in on Veterans Day, Wednesday, November 11th. A military ID is required to get the complimentary meal.

Vegan Eatery Adds Dinner Service and Thanksgiving Carry Out

November 4, 2020 By Lisa Grigsby

As Cafe 1610 enters their 3rd month of business, Dayton’s vegan dining destination is adding dinner service. Dinner will be served Wed – Sunday staring at 5pm at the Wayne Ave location. Chef Xtine Brean creates all the dishes from scratch while her business partners Molly Blackshear and Cathy Mong deal with front of the house and delivery service. Often on Sunday nights they feature a guest chef, showcasing their own vegan creations.

Here’s a sneak peek of some of the dishes on the new dinner menu:

Mash Up – a Deconstructed “chikn” bowl with creamy mashed potatoes topped with southern fried oyster mushrooms, sweet corn, shredded cheese and chix’n gravy

Up Rooted- medley of beets, turnips and carrots roasted on top of red quinoa and drizzled. with hollandaise.

Tofu Wings- crispy fired tofu with buffalo or bbq sauce and ranch

Neci’s Salad:

For the full menu click here.

Cafe 1610 is also offering a Thanksgiving meal- pre-order only. Orders will be taken until Nov 20th and pick up will be Thanksgiving Day from 10am -2pm. You can place online orders now.

Cafe 1610

521 Wayne Ave

Dayton, OH

(937) 815-1610

Wed & Fri 8am -8pm

Sat & Sun 10am -9pm

Dinner service starts at 5pm

Springboro Holiday Promotion Begins Today!

November 2, 2020 By Lisa Grigsby

The Springboro Community Foundation has announced a special event that will take the place of
the 34th Annual Christmas in Historic Springboro this year. Due to COVID-19 restrictions and the safety of attendees and vendors, the original festival has been
cancelled and rescheduled for 2021.

The “12 Days of Christmas in Springboro” offers an event passport that encourages participants to visit businesses around the city of Springboro; Warped Wing, Crooked Handle, Heather’s Cafe, Mr. Boro’s Tavern and The Barrel. With any food or drink purchase, participants will receive a stamp and three stamps will enter them into a grand prize drawing for a 65” 4K TV provided by Custom Connections Audio Video and a collection of (23) $25 gift certificates from the Historic Downtown Springboro shops ($575 Value). The winner will be announced on Tuesday, November 24th.

This twelve-day holiday event begins on Wednesday, November 11th and will run until Sunday, November 22nd. Bus transportation will be available to each of the five businesses the weekend of Friday, November 20th through Sunday, November 22nd. Social distancing and responsible drinking will be encouraged.

The 12 Days of Christmas in Springboro passports are available beginning TODAY at the Chamber from 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM (available until 11/10). You can also purchase at the Chamber on 11/5 and 11/10 from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Passports are $1 and the Children’s Passports are FREE!

Passports are $1 and the Children’s Passports are FREE. Proceeds from the passports go directly to support three local organizations: SCAC, The Pantry serving Franklin, Springboro & Carlisle and Operation Santa through the Springboro Police Department.

Visit 3 businesses and you’ll be entered to win the GRAND PRIZE: A 65″ 4K TV provided by Custom Connections Audio Video, Ltd. and (23) $25 Gift cards ($575 Value) from the Shops in Historic Springboro.

For more information visit www.springborofestivals.org.

Watermark Adds Lunch Service

November 1, 2020 By Lisa Grigsby

Chef Maria has given in to the requests to serve lunch at her Miamisburg eatery. Starting Thursday, November 5th Watermark will begin serving lunch on Thursday and Friday from 11am – 2pm.

She says “the lunch menu will feature many favorites from their dinner and brunch selections, as well as the regularly featured creative and delicious dishes you expect from Watermark!”

The Menu:

Watermark Restaurant

20 S. 1st St

Miamisburg, OH 4534

937-802-0891

Watermark serves lunch:
Thursday from 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Friday from 11:00 am – 2:00 pm

Watermark serves dinner:
Tue – Thu from 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Fri – Sat from 5:00 – 10:00 pm
Sun from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm (Brunch)

Moeller Brew Barn Releases Holiday Beers

November 1, 2020 By Lisa Grigsby

Moeller Brew Barn is preparing for a successful end to 2020 with the release of several new brews, including Peppermint Bark Silo Seltzer and Roasted Hazelnut Milk Porter in early November. To pair with Troy Main Street’s upcoming Enchanted Wonderland Weekend, the Troy location, along with the Maria Stein location, are set to release a Peppermint Bark Silo Seltzer.

“We are so excited that Moeller Brew Barn is joining our downtown merchants in the festivities by releasing their new Peppermint Bark Seltzer. It has been so much fun to have Moeller Brew Barn in downtown Troy and we love all the ways they work to support the Troy Community,” mentioned Andrea Keller, Executive Director at Troy Main Street. “We hope everyone will come enjoy downtown Troy’s Enchanted Wonderland Weekend, and we hope that while you’re here you’ll grab a bite to eat and try a new holiday drink at Moeller Brew Barn!”

The Enchanted Wonderland Weekend will be held the first weekend of November with the Peppermint Bark Seltzer being released on Friday, November 6. The beverage will be the first wintery Silo Seltzer in Moeller’s history. A week after its release, the Roasted Hazelnut Milk Porter will hit the taps, an annual tradition.“Our milky-sweet chocolate porter is blended with roasted hazelnuts,” said Moeller. “If you’re looking to indulge, this is the one for you. It’s a perfect pair for the cooler temperatures.”

In early October, Salted Caramel Coffee Ale was released in both Taproom locations. The success of the ale, with 5.2% ABV and 25 IBU, has proven significant. Six-packs can be purchased at participating retailers statewide, and Salted Caramel can be found on tap in both Moeller Brew Barn Taprooms and at various establishments across the state of Ohio. “This year’s salted caramel coffee ale boasts a big aroma of something salty and sweet. All the flavors round out well in its medium body and hop bitterness. Crack one open, give it a vigorous pour, and enjoy,” said Nick Moeller, owner of Moeller Brew Barn.

Every week through November and December, additional seltzer and beer releases will be announced to celebrate the season. To learn more about these various releases, visit Moeller Brew Barn’s online untappd menu or www.moellerbrewbarn.com.

MOELLER BREW BARN

214 W. Main St, Troy, OH

937.552.9430

TAPROOM HOURS:

Tuesday- Thursday – 3:00-10:00pm
Friday – 11:00am-11:00pm
Saturday – 11:00am-11:00pm
Sunday – 10:00am-9:00pm

The McRib is Coming Back

October 30, 2020 By Lisa Grigsby

I’ve never understood the fascination with this pork sandwich that McDonald’s seems to roll out about once a year for a limited time. If it was all that great, wouldn’t the add it to the menu?

But for those of you that are fans, mark your calendar for December 2nd when this fan-favorite returns. Not familiar? It’s seasoned boneless pork, swimming in a smoky, tangy barbecue sauce. It’s then topped with slivered onions and tart pickles on the bun to round out the flavor profile.

The McRib has been a beloved menu item at McDonald’s since its inception nearly 40 years ago,” Linda VanGosen, vice president of menu innovation, said in a statement. “There’s nothing quite like the taste of the McRib. To our customers, it’s become more than a delicious, saucy moment … It’s a season, and it’s taking the internet by storm. That’s why this year, we’re proud to serve the McRib nationwide for everyone to enjoy.”

The Rubi Girls Show Must Go On- A Little Differently This Year

October 27, 2020 By Lisa Grigsby

It’s become a Dayton tradition, that the Saturday after Thanksgiving The Rubi Girls host a big comedy drag show. This year they will be filming The Show Must Go On on Saturday, November 21st at 7:30 PM EST at the Brightside Music and Event Venue. The show will be shown virtually on Sat, Nov 28th at 7:30pm.

In compliance with the State of Ohio COVID-19 mandate for large gatherings, the Rubi Girls are offering a VERY LIMITED VIP LIVE EXPERIENCE.

Attendees of the LIVE EXPERIENCE will be seated at tables for 2, socially distanced where they will be asked to only leave their seats to use the restroom. Attendees will be able to order drinks from the bar from their smart phones and clear paths will be outlined to ensure one-way traffic flow.

The Show Must Go On VIP LIVE EXPERIENCE (2 tickets) runs $500

Includes:

A Link to the Show Must Go On VIRTUAL EVENT
2 2021 Rubi Girls Calendar, 2 Rubi Slipper Cocktail from Tender Mercy (6 servings)
2 Charcuterie Board from Salt Block Biscuit Company (feeds 4-6 people)
Rubi Girls Swag Bag (includes 2 Rubi Girls Masks, 2 Rubi Girls Clack Fans & 2 Rubi Girls cocktail glasses)

Get your tickets online before they sell out!

Sat, Nov 28th. 7pm Virtual Showing

The Show Must Go On Virtual Event Ticket $25

Includes a link to the Virtual show at 7:30 PM, Saturday, November 28th. Plus, your very own 2021 Rubi Calendar! (Calendars can be shipped anywhere in the US or picked up at the Rubi Girls Clubhouse on Friday November 27th from 11-2pm or Saturday November 28th from 11-2pm.

The Show Must Go On Party for One $75

Includes

A link to The Show Must Go On Virtual event, a 2021 Rubi Calendar
A Rubi Slipper Cocktail from Tender Mercy (3 servings)
AND A Charcuterie Board from Salt Block Biscuit Company (feeds 1-2 people)

Items must be picked up at the Rubi Girls clubhouse (1207 Wayne Avenue) on Friday November 27th from 11-2pm or Saturday November 28th from 11-2pm.

The Show Must Go On Party Pack $175

Includes

A Link to the Show Must Go On VIRTUAL EVENT
A 2021 Rubi Girls Calendar, 2 Rubi Slipper Cocktail from Tender Mercy (6 servings)
2 Charcuterie Board from Salt Block Biscuit Company (feeds 4-6 people)
Rubi Girls Swag Bag (includes 2 Rubi Girls Masks, 2 Rubi Girls Clack Fans & 2 Rubi Girls cocktail glasses)

Items must be picked up at the Rubi Girls Clubhouse (1207 Wayne Ave.) on Friday November 27th from 11-2pm or Saturday November 28th from 11-2pm.

Get these tickets here.

The mission of The Rubi Girls is to see an end to HIV/AIDS, an end to discrimination, and an end to intolerance and injustice. We look forward to a day when everyone can live a more fulfilling life while being the person they were born to be.

Four Nights of FREE TEDxDayton Talks

October 27, 2020 By Lisa Grigsby

For the first time, this year’s TEDxDayton will be a virtual event featuring four new talks on four nights in November — 16 talks in all — during live-stream events that can be viewed online for free.

The events will be live-streamed on YouTube and at TEDxDayton.com at 7 pm on Nov. 10, 12, 17 and 19 — each one an entirely different program with new talks and performers.

“This is both unusual and exciting for us. In past years when our Signature Event has been done live at the Victoria Theatre, we’ve never released the speaker lineup before the day of the show,” said Brenden Wynn, one of this year’s co-chairs of the event. “This year is different, of course. The pandemic made it necessary to make the event virtual, and this year we want our audience to know what to look forward to when they tune in.”

“It was very important to us to keep TEDxDayton going this year,” said co-chair Bridget S. Hutt. “So many events have been canceled or postponed; knowing how important the ideas and stories of TEDxDayton are to our audience, we wanted to present TEDxDayton 2020 as our gift to the community during this challenging year.”

“What is the same this year, despite the online format, is that our talks, hosts and performers have deep Dayton-area connections and each, in their own way, show anew how this is such a wonderful place to live and work. Our speakers have worked as hard as ever to give the talk of their lives, in the TED spirit of presenting us with Ideas Worth Spreading,” said Ron Rollins, the third co-chair for this year’s event.

The live-stream programs will also feature new performances by Dayton guitar master Jim McCutcheon, the popular longtime host of Discover Classical’s “The Intimate Guitar,” and Ted Yoder, a nationally renowned player of the hammered dulcimer who shares how this beloved folk instrument helped him meet a rock star.

Also on deck is a newly created dance by well-known local choreographer Rodney Veal — also a former TEDxDayton speaker — featuring Dayton Contemporary Dance Company member Brianna Rhodes and music by Josh Strange.

“We’re so proud of the entire group of speakers, volunteers, performers and partners and the great work they’ve put in during this unusual year,” Wynn said.

Here is the lineup for each night’s program:

Tuesday, Nov. 10, 7 pm

Host: Lisa Wagner
Speakers:
• Daj’za Demmings, discussing intergenerational mentorship.
• Anne Marie Romer and Conor Crippen, discussing Conor’s traumatic brain injury and giving up the burden of trauma.
• Subhashini Ganapathy, sharing how industrial systems engineering is actually fun and improves our world.
• Timothy Nevius, discussing the exploitation of college athletes.
• Performance by Ted Yoder.
The evening will include a Q&A session between Wagner and Demmings about her talk.

Thursday, Nov. 12, 7 pm

Host: Joshua Stucky
Speakers:
• Dr. Ronald Fletcher, former health director for the state of Ohio, on how the AIDS crisis taught us lessons about the COVID-19 pandemic.
• Kathleen Wiant, discussing the dangers of hazing and bullying, and how it affected her family.
• Ann Puckett, sharing how DIY isn’t about doing it yourself and actually builds community.
• Amy Riegel, discussing affordable housing and how our zip codes define our opportunities.
• Performance by Rodney Veal and Brianna Rhodes.
The evening will include a Q&A session between Stucky and Fletcher about his talk.

Tuesday, Nov. 17, 7 pm

Host: Karen Townsend
Speakers:
• Jacquelyn Wright Palmer, discussing genealogy and her family’s history of enslavement.
• Shomari Payne, discussing the inheritance of poverty.
• Christopher Wyatt, discussing how opioids, overdoses and breathing are connected.
• TEDxYouth@Dayton speakers Dana Clark and Ryann Mescher talk about the non-profit they created to address “period poverty.”
The evening will include a Q&A session between Townsend and Palmer to discuss her talk.

Thursday, Nov. 19, 7 pm

Host: Neal Gittleman
Speakers:
• Jodie Mader, talking about how it feels to be a Luddite in a high-tech world.
• Elijah Muhammad, sharing his personal experience with labor trafficking.
• Joshua Montgomery, discussing how building “Star Wars” droids made him a better teacher. • Charlie Campbell, sharing his personal experience with downsizing and saying goodbye.
• Performance by Jim McCutcheon.
The evening will include a Q&A session between Gittleman and Mader about her talk.

Talks and performances were recorded before small, socially distanced and masked groups of family and friends in October at the Creative Arts Center at Wright State University, with the close partnership of staff and students from the College of Liberal Arts.

This year’s event is made possible with support from title partner Wright-Patt Credit Union and our creative partner, Wright State College of Liberal Arts with special thanks to the Theater, Dance, and Motion Pictures Department.

To learn more, visit TEDxDayton.com.

5-course Wine Dinner at Salar

October 26, 2020 By Lisa Grigsby

These pairings are spooky good, trust us. Join us here or at home via Facebook Live Thursday, September 24, beginning at 6:00 pm to listen to Chef Margot Blondet talk about her 5-course menu and the carefully selected wines that pair with each one.

Course 1: Citra Trebbiano D’Abruzzo paired with foie gras deviled eggs and served with Hollandaise sauce and asparagus.

Course 2: Jolie-Laide Melon de Bourgogne served grilled chrorizo and rice stuffed calamari and risotto in a Chartreuse reduction.

Course 3: Marietta Christo Red Blend and double marinated chicken wings in rocoto BBQ sauce and baked potatoes.

Course 4: Lapostolle Carmenere to enjoy with Peruvian beef anticuchos, fried Yucca and aji amarilla sauce.

Course 5: Foppiano Petite Sirah and cardamom Panna Cotta with a berry coulis.