-
2 weeks ago | 
cincinnatimagazine.com | Aiesha D. Little
It’s no secret that coffeeshop culture runs deep in the Queen City. Whether your goal is to get your caffeine fix or meet up with an old friend over delicious drinks, you’ll find a multitude of options. But what about the coffee critics of the world? Are they doomed to missing out on the perks of an inviting third space due to a difference in taste? As someone who doesn’t like coffee, Jay Scherger found both the answer and solution is clear: sparkling beverages.
-
3 weeks ago | 
cincinnatimagazine.com | Aiesha D. Little
Gold Star offers $5.14 cheese coney deal, American Light Tailgate Party at Samuel Adams taproom, SERVATii celebrates World Baking Day, and more. Gold Star Cheese Coney DealGold Star is celebrating baseball season by offering two cheese coneys for $5.14. This limited-time deal is available at all locations through Wednesday, May 28.
-
4 weeks ago | 
cincinnatimagazine.com | Aiesha D. Little
A small storefront on Oxford’s Beech Street has housed many restaurants over the years. The most recent addition, Arman Uyghur Restaurant, serves a type of food that many probably haven’t tasted: Uyghur (pronounced “wee-goor”) cuisine. Its location in a small college town may be surprising, but the owners hope their restaurant will help educate Miami University students and others who venture in for a bite to eat.
-
1 month ago | 
cincinnatimagazine.com | Aiesha D. Little
Kentucky Derby events at Braxton Brewing locations, sake at Jungle Jim’s, rocking out with cocktails/mocktails, and more. Kentucky Derby Weekend at Braxton BrewingCelebrate the 151st Kentucky Derby with Braxton Brewing on Saturday, May 3, at all Braxton locations:At Braxton Covington, Molly Wellmann will be making mint juleps from 1 to 4 p.m. for the “Derby Day in the Taproom” event.
-
1 month ago | 
cincinnatimagazine.com | Aiesha D. Little
Graeter’s and New Riff’s ice cream collab, Rhinegeist among top craft breweries in U.S., Rooted Juicery returning to OTR, and more. Graeter’s-New Riff Ice Cream Collab Last week, Graeter’s Ice Cream and New Riff Distilling released their first ice cream/bourbon collaboration: Graeter’s Bourbon Ball Ice Cream. The flavor—ice cream infused with New Riff’s single-barrel bourbon and mixed with whiskey-glazed pecans and dark chocolate chips—will replace Graeter’s Brown Butter Bourbon Pecan.
-
2 months ago | 
cincinnatimagazine.com | Aiesha D. Little
Mad Monks returns, grand opening of Wawa’s first Ohio location scheduled, Nicola’s is moving, and more. Mad Monks Pizza Co. ReturnsThis weekend, Mad Monks Pizza Co. reopens in the former 16 Lots Brewing Company space at 753 Reading Road in Mason. The restaurant—which closed its walk-up window at 16 Lots when the brewery went out of business last fall—will feature an expanded menu, local and craft brews, and full bar.
-
2 months ago | 
cincinnatimagazine.com | Aiesha D. Little
Veggie lovers, rejoice! April 4 is International Carrot Day, so take your pick from these local carrot-based dishes. Carrot CakeMade with fresh carrots and cream cheese-infused frosting, this rich cake is adorned with walnuts, carrot-shaped which chocolate, and a dusting of cinnamon. The BonBonerie, 2030 Madison Rd., O’Bryonville, (513) 321-3399Korean CarrotsSold by the pound, these sweet-and-sour fermented carrots can be eaten as a side dish or used as a garnish on your protein of choice.
-
2 months ago | 
cincinnatimagazine.com | Aiesha D. Little
The 2025 James Beard Awards finalists were announced today and two Cincinnati culinary/hospitality professionals—one chef and one bar owner—are one step closer to the big prize.
-
2 months ago | 
cincinnatimagazine.com | Aiesha D. Little
The Young Buck Deli co-owner has been collecting antique butcher’s tools for around 15 years. “If there’s a romantic part about owning giant implements of death, it’s a craftsman made this and passed it on to someone who made their living holding it,” he says. “I get to be a steward of that legacy.” He has 25 items in his collection, including these high-carbon steel Foster Bros tools, which are more than 100 years old. 1. Young says he’s gotten several of his tools from Chris Weist at Cincy Sharp.
-
2 months ago | 
cincinnatimagazine.com | Aiesha D. Little
Nolia, 1405 Clay St., Over-the-Rhine2. Sotto, 118 E. Sixth St., downtown3. KungFood Amerasia, 521 Madison Ave., Covington4. Olla, 302 W. 12th St., Covington5. Maury’s Tiny Cove, 3908 Harrison Ave., Cheviot6. Cartridge Brewing, 1411 Grandin Rd., Maineville7. The Aperture, 900 E. McMillan St., Walnut Hills8. Colette, 1400 Race St., Over-the-Rhine9. Kiki, 5932 Hamilton Ave., College Hill10. Abigail Street, 1214 Vine St., Over-the-Rhine11. Mid-City, 40 E. Court St., downtown12.
