Archives for December 2017
Equitas Associate Board Announces Masquerage 2018
The Dayton Equitas Associate Board released the announcement today that Dayton Party of Parties will not skip a year, as originally planned. Instead it will return on Friday, Oct 26th at the Steam Plant.
According to Equitas Associate Board member Nick Warrington, “when we met in November to do the recap of Masquerage we all agreed that the excitement from the community was there for the event and the Equitas Board of Trustees agreed that it should go back to being an annual event.
So planning is underway for Masquerage 2018, contact the Associate Board to get involved.
Equitas also has announced they will move the RED Table Design event, which happens every two years, back to spring, so mark your calendars for April 13, 2019 for that one.
Local Art Gallery Now Accepting Bitcoin
The newest art gallery in Downtown Dayton is breaking new ground again by now accepting the hot cryptocurrency known as Bitcoin. The Edward A. Dixon Gallery is no doubt among the first area businesses to accept Bitcoin, especially in the art market.
Bitcoin is a new currency that was created in 2009 by an unknown person using the alias Satoshi Nakamoto. Transactions are made with no middle men – meaning, no banks! Bitcoin can be used to book hotels on Expedia, shop for furniture on Overstock and buy Xbox games. But much of the hype is about getting rich by trading it. The price of bitcoin skyrocketed into the thousands in 2017. (source money.cnn.com)
The Edward A. Gallery is also accepting Ethereum and Ripple as part of its payment method expansion. In a very rapidly changing market, Bitcoin, Ethereum and Ripple represented the top 3 digital currencies by market capitalization at the time of this press release.
About Edward A. Dixon Gallery
The gallery is located at 12 South Ludlow Street, Dayton, OH 45402. Current hours are Friday 4pm-8pm, Saturday 12pm-4pm and open by appointment.
The gallery’s website is eadgallery.com and features updates on hours of operations and new art & exhibitions. The gallery is also on Instagram and Twitter @eadgallery.
Application Deadline 12/31 for Book Fair Foundation Beneficiaries
- Your group must be a registered organization in the State of Ohio.
- Your location must be within 25 miles of the city of Dayton
- You must be a 501c3.
Letters must be received by December 31, 2017.
The board will meet early in January to talk about the applications we’ve received. Some of the things that they consider is what kind of “match” the applicant feels like for us— does this seem like a group whose mission is in concert with our own? They also look at the 990-N documents that each organization has filed. We work very hard to make the book fair a success. They’d like the gift we give to have significant impact on the organizations they choose.
It’s possible that they may want to schedule an interview with finalists if they cannot agree on three. They get so many applications from wonderful organizations that choosing just three is quite a challenge.
Dayton Book Fair beneficiaries share equally in the net proceeds generated by the fair– and this year we will again choose three organizations. The amount has generally been around $10,000 per beneficiary.
If your group is chosen as a beneficiary, there are certain requirements you should be aware of.
They require 40 volunteer hours from your organization. It can be 40 people for one hour, 4 people for ten hours, one person for 40 hours— the volunteer hours can be at the sale, or during one of our two roundups or during the year at the Book Loft, or a combination of any of those. At least four of those forty hours must be fulfilled on the afternoon of November 12th, 2018 the Monday following the sale.
Additionally, they expect that you will promote the 48th Annual Dayton Book Fair among your own volunteers, staff and fans– through newsletter, website, Facebook page, emails or tweets. They want the people who love your organization to help support you by supporting the Book Fair.
Letters of application should be sent to the Book Fair Foundation, 2181 Embury Park Rd, Dayton, OH 45414. You are also welcome to drop off your letter at our Embury Park Road office. (Look for the big red sign in the yard.) Letters can be dropped at their office at 2181 Embury Park Rd in Dayton–even if they are closed there is a mail slot in the door.
They will announce the beneficiaries of the 2018 Dayton Book Fair on Thursday, February 2, 2018 on their website, Facebook page and on their telephone greeting.
Donate Your Tree to the Bon Fire
This is the perfect opportunity to wrap up the holiday season and get the very last bit of Christmas cheer out of your beautiful tree!
Join Adventures on the Great Miami for the third annual “Great Christmas Tree Burn“ Jan 6th! Taking down the Christmas Tree can be a bummer but this year you can bring it up to 1995 E. Ross Rd., Tipp City and help us keep the holidays bright just a little longer!
Christmas tree drop off starts Dec 26th at the property, 1995 E. Ross Rd., Tipp City or you can just bring it with you on Jan 6th. Last year they had over 40 trees and they are looking to beat that record this year! And if you’re feeling adventurous, you can even camp out over night!
They’ll have smaller bonfires going starting at 5pm, their Adventures food truck will be up and running keeping everyone warm with a special southwest menu, and Harold Hensley will be playing some live music for everyone’s enjoyment! The party starts at 5pm and the bon fire starts at 7pm!
Free entry, drop your trees at the property anytime between now and Jan 6th, 1995 E. Ross Rd. Tipp City, Family Friendly
Free Tax Preparation Offered
- Super Refund Saturday, February 3, 9 am to 2 pm (presented by KeyBank).
- Empowerment Saturday, March 10, 9 am to 2 pm (presented by Fifth Third Bank).
Still Time to Join The Polar Bearcycle Ride
For all you outdoor adventure seekers here’s your chance join up with other like minded cyclists for a brisk, self-paced, 11-mile bicycle ride from Star City Brewing Company to Carillon Brewing Co. over the Miami Valley Bikeways. While at either establishment, don’t forget to warm up, eat, and work on The Historic Collaboration challenge.
This is the second outing for this group, which will gather at Star City, and begin their journey at 2 pm, making their way to the Miami Valley Bike Trail 25, then head north all the way to Carillon. Everyone is welcome to ride at their own pace. The ride will conclude at the Historic Carillon Brewing Co.
The ride is free, but pre-registration is requested- do it online here.
2017: THE YEAR IN DAYTON FOOD
Dayton saw lots of restaurants come and go in 2017. As is our tradition each year end, Food Adventures is here to talk about those eateries. Some restaurants were old dinosaurs, others ended up being flash in the pans, and a couple were in between. The Miami Valley’s vibrant food scene saw some exciting additions as well.
Without further delay we give you our annual review of Dayton movers, shakers, and vanishers in 2017, “THE YEAR IN DAYTON AREA FOOD.”
HERE IS THE SKINNY ON PLACES DAYTON LOST IN 2017:
*****CLOSED RESTAURANTS*****
937 GRILL and CAFE:
Barely opened, after Murray’s Place closed, 937 Grill quickly closed as soon as it got started. Rumors of land lord agreements and liquor license problems were mentioned but nothing ever confirmed.
AWESOME YOGURT: Naomi Anderson Fogel opened her yogurt shop in August of 2012, but by March of 2017 she decided that her life and the business had changed and it was time to shut down the Far Hills Ave business.
BAR DUMAINE: Chef Anne Kearney went through a couple of service changes before finally shutting the doors in July of 2017. Lucky for us she’s done a few pop up events so we can still enjoy her amazing cooking.
BOB EVANS – MORAINE: In Oct the chain shuttered their Dorothy Lane location, near the Moraine Wal-Mart.
BRUNING’S WINE CELLAR:
After over 30 years as a clock store, this place added wines and beers. Unfortunately, this location near Fairfield Commons Mall, closed in January, 2017.
CADDY’S TAP HOUSE:
It was in May 2017 when the restaurant abruptly closed, surprising many. The sister restaurant in Beavercreek near the Fairfield Commons Mall remains open.
CARAMELLA’S ITALIAN KITCHEN:
Very short lived Italian restaurant on Wilmington Pike in Kettering. It was formerly Murphys Pub, and Barleycorn’s before that. Elsa’s is debuting a new restaurant in this spot any day now.
THE DAYTON BEER COMPANY on DORTHY LANE:
The smaller, and original location of the Dayton Beer Company locations closed in 2017. This is the spot where the “birth” of the new wave of Breweries started. Owner Pete Hilgeman and his family, purchased a 2nd location near 2nd and Madison. The location is huge and allowed him more brewery area and infinitely more seating. (Editor’s Note- this location will soon open as OinkADoodleMoo)
DISTRICT 6 DONUTS:
Opened by a former Dayton police officer, they stopped operations in December 2017. Long hours and time dedication constraints were cited by the owners for the reason they closed, after 7 short months in business.
EL RANCHO GRANDE – POE AVE
With some popping up and others closing, sometimes this is like a whack a mole game. Probably the location was a problem here, and the opted for a more visible venue.
HAWTHORNE GRILL / SWEET PRINCE DELI:
This upscale eatery on Stroop Rd had a short lived stint as Sweet Prince Deli, before closing for good.
KETTERING GRILL & CAFE:
The building that for years housed BBQ Hut has closed and became Merit Grill. Although they had an extensive menu, Kettering Grill and cafe never gathered a huge following. The food was good when we went there.
MAX n ERMA’s – FAIRFIELD COMMONS MALL:
Oh how the mighty have fallen. In the late 1970’s, Max n Erma’s was one of the most popular restaurants in town, now they have closed 2 sites in the past 2 years. Still holding on to the one on Miller Lane…
MCCORMICK and SCHMICKS:
Abrupt close for this high end restaurant leaving a big vacancy at the Greene. The next closest one is in Cincinnati.
MONTGOMERY COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS:
so much good food has been enjoyed here over the past 100 years at Festivals and County Fairs. The memories and the tastes and smells will live on.
NIBBLES:
After 2 years, the announcement came that Nibbles was moving to a bigger location and re-branding under the name Watermark. No it didn’t really close, it morphed into something more!
PADDY’S IRISH PUB:
This former Beef O Bradys location in Centerville on State Route 48, just couldn’t get the traction they wanted. We loved the fish and chips, among other menu selections.
PALMITAS TACO SHOP: This small business on 2nd Street in Miamisburg had a short run, but look for their food truck this spring.
STAN THE DONUT MAN- XENIA
After 30 years this spot closed not due to lack of business, but the owners citing “personal reasons.”
TACO LOCO closed, but not really. They changed their name to “Tres Hermanos” and the menu is the same with new owners in the family. this restaurant has some of the cheapest and most authentic Mexican dishes in Dayton.
TGIFRIDAY’S – First Huber Heights, then the Dayton Mall location of this casual franchise chain claimed inability to negotiate favorable leases as the reason for closing down these eateries in Sept 2017.
TIM HORTON’S – CENTERVILLE (725):
This Tim Hortons on 725 in Centerville ws one of the first to open in the Miami Valley. Times and competition had changed the landscape in 2017, and in May they closed the doors.
THE WRIGHT WING – on WILMINGTON PIKE:
A deal was struck and the owners of this eatery on Wilmington Pike was taken over by new owners who immediately changed the name to “The Growler.”
HERE IS THE SKINNY ON PLACES DAYTON GAINED IN 2017:
416 GRILL:
This spot has a breakfast, lunch and late night menu for the crowds near their East Fifth St. location. Salad, soup of the day and more round out this menu with incredible photos on their webpage.
AMAR INDIA:
In Jan of 2017 they opened a 2nd location on Miller Lane, featuring a great buffet featuring soups, fresh baked nan, vegetarian and meat entrees, salad and chutneys.
AU BON PAIN:
Located in JFK Memorial Union hall on the campus of the University of Dayton, it is open to the public as well. French for “with good bread” this shop specializes in healthy sandwiches, soups and salads.
BARRY BAGELS:
In late summer 2017, Dayton received its first Barry Bagels restaurant in Kettering on Far Hills. This Toledo based, family owned restaurant will fill the void for many left by the Bagel Cafe that operated on the corner of Far Hills and Dorothy Lane. This place is fantastic featuring everything from “must eats” like Matza Ball Soup to Lox n Bagels.
Owner Sean McKown has brought back the popular restaurant in a new location (The old Murray’s Place). We expect his popular gumbos, pies, and inventive entrees to steal the hearts of a whole new following. This a Steelers bar with lots of friendly fans.
CANAL STREET DELI:
Familiar sandwiches you grew to love from the 5th Street Deli, reborn in a new location. Time for a quick bite downtown? Here is your new “go to.”
CARDBOARD CROWNS:
With over 800 games, this cafe is a fun place ti visit with friends or family. Games range from ages 3 and up, so all ages are welcome. Fro, role playing games, to board games, you are sure to find your favorite indulgence.
CHASKA GRILL:
This Miamisburg area Pakistani and Indian restaurant used to house India Oven. The food is amazing and the restaurant features a lunch buffet that is one of the area’s best.
CHICK FIL-A -KETTERING
Opened in the busy Town n Country Shopping Center, they somehow squeezed this into an already bustling series of streets and intersections. Good luck !
CORELIFE EATERY:
This chain out of Upstate New York focuses on a completely gluten free menu based on fresh vegetables. Salads, soup,homemade broths and several house made dressings. Quench your thirst with the health based spiced teas and juices.
DEG’S FLAME GRILLED CHICKEN:
A quick serve concept that serves healthy fresh baked chicken and fries opened this summer at The Greene.
DICKEY’S BARBEQUE PIT:
This Dallas, Texas based franchise opened their doors in Springboro in November and have already announced they are looking for additional area locations. They smoke their meat onsite and alway offer free soft serve ice cream for dessert!
DOS LUNAS MEXICAN BAR & GRILL:
This locally owned Mexican restaurant in Tipp City has an extensive menu with a variety of enchiladas, quesadillas, fajitas and burritos.
DOUBLE DEUCE TAVERN:
This restaurant moved to Brandt Pike in Huber Heights. Known for pizza and beer, the friendly staff will make you feel at home.
THE DRAGON GRILL at CLUB EVOLUTION:
Inside the 120 N. Ludlow location, is now open for business. Nothing like good eats at a dance club.
DUCK DONUTS
This donut chain has a “top it yourself” theme, as well as pre made available donuts. There are locations all over the USA and Dayton’s first taste is the spot on Brown Street.
EL RANCHO GRANDE – DOROTHY LANE
Another El Rancho in town… This one opens up in the old Applebees restaurant on Dorothy Lane. Look for solid choices as always from this chain. The crunchy beef tacos are second to none.
EL RANCHO GRANDE – OLD TROY PIKE
Yet another El Rancho restaurant opens. This one goes into Huber Heights, and will feature Mexican beers and margaritas. Try the Del Mar Trio dinner. It is amazing.
FUYAO’s TASTE OF THE WORLD RESTAURANT:
What an idea, for a large corporation to open their cafeteria open to the public. This restaurant in Moraine is 8,000 square feet and will feature international food.
GRANDPA JOE’S CANDY SHOP:
Behold a Nostalgic candy store in Miamisburg. Get lost as a kid in this store. We think it was named after the Grandpa in the Willy Wonka movie. We hope you find a golden ticket.
Did someone say they offer $2.50 raw oysters? Sounds like a delicious Food Adventure. Beers too? Lead the way and bring lemons and tobasco !
HEAVIER THAN AIR BREWING:
The Tarkany family is the latest to launch a brewery. This one is the second one in Centerville, the first being Lock 27. Located on 725 not far from Adventure Golf, they are currently working on an experimental Oatmeal Stout and and a Strawberry Farmhouse Ale.
THE HIGHLAND STAG:
Scottish fare and flare from owner Heather Davis and her family. The food is wonderful and the beer selection is unique. This is a fun atmosphere, and the servers are very attentive.
The classic pancake chain dives into Huber Heights. Filled Pancakes and French Toasts, breakfast isn’t breakfast around here if you don’t have whipped cream on top !
LA GOTA:
East Monument Ave’s newest coffee shop. Expect commuters and downtown workers to take advantage of this locale.
LOCK 27 – DOWNTOWN
In the new development across from the Dragon’s Stadium, Lock 27 has branched into a state of the art facility. With his time tested quality beers and food, the formula for success should work in Dayton as well. Lock 27 has a strong, loyal following in Centerville.
MS. PAM’S OLD DAYTON STYLE GOLDEN FRIED CHICKEN: They barely got the doors open on Wayne Ave before they got a “cease-and-desist” order from Fricker’s and had to abandon their original name –Ms. Pam’s Parkmoor Style Dixie Fried Chicken. We haven’t had a chance to check this place out yet, but it’s on our list.
McALISTER’s DELI – DAYTON MALL
New deli sandwich shoppe that features double deckers. In the mood for some lunchmeat? This chain is your place for some great club an d turkey sandwiches.
McKENZIE RIVER:
A Pizza based grill and pub near the Fairfield Commons Mall. It replaces the closed Max n Erma’s. This chain operates in 9 different states and brings a Tex-Mex feel to a menu filled with burgers, quesadillas, flat breads, pastas and pizzas.
The menu is over the top, rich and sinful. It is all in the name of cheese. Want the craziest grilled cheeses known to man? Come to Melt, a Cleveland creation that is spreading across the mid-west, throw your diet out the window and enjoy !
MERIT GRILL:
They took over the spot of the former Kettering Grill. Merit Grill’s menu goes from steaks to pasta to orange chicken. The kitchen has been getting great feedback. Check this restaurant out. It is one of Dayton’s sleepers.
MOD PIZZA:
Quick, personal, assembly line Artisan pizzas made in a couple of minutes. Delicious fresh ingredients where you pick the sauces and toppings. The new spot is located in the Cornerstone development.
MIKE’S NASHVILLE HOT:
Damn good stuff, but boy is the Nashville hot sauce hot. Go with a mild sauce, unless you are a hot sauce lover, because this chicken will light you up! Get the banana pudding to seal the deal. Find them at Austin Landing and on 48 in Centerville.
MR. BORO’S TAVERN:
Opened in March 2017, this bar has a huge patio and friendly staff. The pub food is promising and this looks to be a popular place in the future too. Located on 741 in Springboro, it was formerly Bella Vino.
MUDLICK TAP HOUSE – DAYTON:
This restaurant decided to cease operations in Germantown and move to the busier area of E. Second Street in Downtown Dayton. Known for a nice draft beer selection, and a gourmet menu from an in-house chef, this place promises to be a splash hit.
OAKWOOD CANDY SHOPPE:
New candy shop in the heart of Oakwood. We hope this place fits perfectly into the hustle and bustle of the shops on on Far Hills.
POPEYE’S CHICKEN:
The newest spot just opened in Englewood. This eatery will bring spicy, Louisana Style fried chicken to the northern Dayton area. Years ago, Popeye’s closed their location on Wilmington Pike at the Kettering / Bellbrook border.
R TACO:
This Brown Street eatery offers authentic street style tacos for breakfast, lunch and dinner along with margaritas. It is the first Ohio franchise for this Texas based company, run by the same folks that run Milano’s.
RAISING CANE’S CHICKEN:
For weeks the line was a wrap around mess to get into this place. They literally have chicken strips and 2 other menu items, and people come from all over to eat them up. We love being greeted with “Hot Chicken, Hot chicken, what combo you pickin’?”
S & S MEAT HOUSE:
Sommer and Smith’s Meat House is the new 3rd street BBQ spot. Lifelong Daytonians honing their verisons of Kansas City and Texas style barbecque. These guys have some serious rubs going on….
THE GYRO ROOM:
Brown Street got their own greek eatery this summer. It’s a great place to grab a gyro and be sure and try their spanakopita and grape leaves, as well.
TAQUERIA TRES HERMANOS:
The new Taco Loco is no frills. It is authentic Mexican food at its best. This means homemade taco sauces, soft corn tortillas, and specialty items like sopes and huaraches. Try it, you will love this place.
TIM HORTON’S – RIVERSIDE:
A Harshman Rd. location so you an get your fill of this Canadian companies pastries, eh ? Donuts, coffee or pastries, they make it right for you.
VICTOR’S TACO SHOP:
In July Huber Heights got the newest drive-thru by this locally owned chain, making it the area’s 4th spot featuring tacos, enchiladas, burritos.
WAT DA PHO:
A fun play on words to describe this casual Vietnamese eatery. Obviously the meal sized soups are the specialty, but look for other favorites like soft rolls as well. Located next to long standing cigar shop, The Wharf, it is not far from Wright State University or the Fairfield Commons Mall.
WATERMARK:
The larger, revamped restaurant with the chef/owner Maria Walusis of Nibbles Catering/Restaurant fame. Look for big successes from this charming eatery.
So here is a road map for 2017 Dayton Restaurants, where we have been and where we are going.
That was…The Year in Food.
Try all the new places in town and find some new favorites. As always, please FOLLOW US ON FACEBOOK HERE.
Happy New Year from THE BIG RAGU, CHEF HOUSE, and HUNGRY JAX – your Food Adventure Crew !
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The Merry Makover For The Rikes Holiday Windows
The Rike’s Department Store displays are in the Schuster Center’s Wintergarden through Jan 4.
The windows date back to 1943 when NCR put five scenes from “A Christmas Carol” in the windows of its New York offices. They were moved to Rike’s Department store in Dayton at Second and Main in 1945. That site is now home to the Schuster Center.
Now, every year from the day after Thanksgiving until the turn of the new year, you can visit them in the Schuster Center Wintergarden. After January 4, the windows need to be refurbished
The setup, teardown, and visits by more than 8,000 people every year have taken their toll.
The goal is to raise $63,000 to replace the current boxes, purchase an additional one for recently donated elves, and refresh the holiday décor.
If you’d like to contribute to keeping these windows a part of Dayton’s holiday celebration go to https://
Call For Artists
Call for proposal for the East End Community Mural Project is now OPEN! This project will create five neighborhood murals to welcome visitors to the Twin Towers Neighborhood. The public art is meant to change negative perceptions of the area and re-imagine it as ‘Green, Creative and Diverse’, with images depicting urban farms, artistic assets, and rich cultural diversity.
Download the Request For Proposals Here: EEC Mural RFP
Informative Meeting/ Q& A with Danielle Weickert and Colleen Kelsey:
When: Saturday, January 13, 2 PM
Where: Dayton Society of Artists, 48 High St. Dayton, OH 45419
PROJECT CALENDAR:
Saturday, January 13, 2 PM
Q & A Meeting with Danielle Weickert and Colleen Kelsey
with the public at the Dayton Society of Artists:
Sunday, February 4, 2018
Deadline for Submission: Sunday, February 4, 2018
Monday, February 26, 2018
Notification of selected artists
Friday, March 2, 2018
Notification to public
Friday, March 9, 2018
Finalists present community engagement and mural proposals
Artist and Teams are asked to engage in a spirit of collaboration with the community by reflecting on community responses during this meeting.
March 1 – May 31
Production Phase
May 31
Deadline for Mural Completion:
TBD
Dedication of public murals:
ELIGIBILITY
This call is open to established and emerging artists, or artists team, living in the Miami Valley area and who are 18 years or older. Priority is given to artists who have demonstrated experience in managing similar projects.
Happy Plates With Shana + Healthier Holiday Favorites!
Dating, events and now FOOD! Well, healthier food that is. I’ve written about a lot of things over the years and I’ve eaten my way through most 🙂 I’m excited to be back on DaytonMostMetro and share a bit of my personal journey towards wellness, one happy plate at a time.
A Little About Happy Plates With Shana
Like so many other women, I’ve struggled with my wellness my entire life. Notice, I didn’t say weight. Because for me it’s always been an internal struggle moreso than an outward appearance struggle. Having lost and gained so many times in my life, I’ve finally reached a point where I’ve realized two important things. The first, I’ve got to move more. The second and inspiration for my group – FOOD IS NOT THE ENEMY. Because I love to cook and refuse to compromise flavor for my fitness goals, I’ve started researching and creating new recipes. While I am working on the first point (MOVING) I’m also eating delicious meals and reinventing the way I do everything in my life.
On Dayton Dining
I’m excited that I’ll be sharing my own personal food makeovers on Dayton Dining and fab reinventions that I find elsewhere! Also, I LOVE to eat out and Dayton has some of my favorite restaurants. I realize I can’t stay away from them forever, so as I learn to make healthier options at these restaurants I’ll be sharing my thoughts and reviewing the level flavor in the dishes I decide to try! I’ll also attempt to reinvent those favorite dishes at home and share back progress. I think the world will be starting their new years resolutions in a few days, so it’s the perfect time to redesign the way we think about food from our homes to our favorite restaurants because remember, food isn’t the enemy.
Happier, Healthier Holiday Favorites
This week in Happy Plates we talked about Holiday Favorites (SWEETS!!!!) and what we wish could be made over to be a little healthier. I’ve rounded up the thoughts of everyone in our group, researched and found some options!
I won’t be making all of these this Christmas but have noted what I will try and I’m excited to report back on flavor!
Skinny Christmas Sugar Cookies (Making These!)
https://amyshealthybaking.com/blog/2014/12/13/skinny-christmas-sugar-cookies/
Happy Plates Additional Makeover Tips / Swaps
- Oat Flour or Gluten Free Blends instead of All Purpose
- Add ½ Teaspoon Organic Almond Extract
- Swap Skim Milk with Almond Milk
No Sugar Cheesecake
https://www.epicurious.com/recipes/member/views/no-sugar-cheesecake-1260262
- Happy Plates Additional Makeover Tips / Swaps
- Gluten Free Crust
Gluten Free Carrot Cake
https://www.jamieoliver.com/recipes/vegetables-recipes/gluten-free-carrot-cake/
Happy Plates Additional Makeover Tips / Swaps
Gluten Free Ginger Snaps
https://www.bobsredmill.com/recipes/how-to-make/kid-approved-gingersnap-cookies-gluten-free/
Happy Plates Additional Makeover Tips / Swaps
- Cut the sugar with Stevia (click for conversion ratios)
Clean & Healthy Lemon Meringue Pie
http://thatcakechick.net/healthy-lemon-meringue-pie/
Happy Plates Additional Makeover Tips / Swaps
- None on this one!
Healthy No Bakes (Making!)
https://www.wellplated.com/healthy-no-bake-cookies/
Happy Plates Additional Makeover Tips / Swaps
- Definitely use all natural peanut butter and Smart Balance is my favorite, having the best consistency!
Healthier Pecan Pie (This was a tough one to find!)
https://www.asweetpeachef.com/healthy-pecan-pie/
Happy Plates Additional Makeover Tips / Swaps
- Happy Plates Additional Makeover Tips / Swaps
- Gluten Free Crust for pastry bottom
- Oat Flour or Almond Flour in place of Wheat Flour
Eggnog
https://www.thegraciouspantry.com/clean-eating-eggnog/
Happy Plates Additional Makeover Tips / Swaps
- Just go easy on whatever you spike it with 🙂
Gluten Free Cinnamon Rolls
https://www.kingarthurflour.com/recipes/gluten-free-cinnamon-rolls-recipe
Happy Plates Additional Makeover Tips / Swaps
- Cut the sugar with Stevia (click for conversion ratios)
- Skip the icing if you can!
- Add walnuts
- Swap milk with almond milk
- Swap vegetable oil with coconut oil
Low Sugar Buckeyes (Making!)
https://www.sugarfreemom.com/recipes/sugar-free-low-carb-buckeyes/
Happy Plates Additional Makeover Tips / Swaps
- Eat them in moderation 🙂
If you’re interested in more of my personal food reinventions and great recipes I find join my group on Facebook!
Remember, try not overthink this holiday season and give yourself grace if you splurge a little. Reinvent when you can to make things lighter and healthier and always ALWAYS remember moderation.
Happy Baking and Merry Christmas! Be back soon with my first restaurant menu review and flavor test!
Xo
Shana
Free Cab Rides Over Christmas & New Years Weekends
Montgomery County Prosecuting Attorney Mat Heck, Jr. is pleased to announce that with continued support from Heidelberg Distributing Company and AAA Miami Valley, the ArriveSafe program will be providing free cab rides home for Montgomery County residents over the upcoming Christmas and New Years holiday weekends.
Since Prosecutor Heck began the ArriveSafe Program in December 2007, over 6,100 free cabs rides have been provided to Montgomery County residents.
This year in Montgomery County, there have been just nine alcohol-related fatal traffic crashes, a significant reduction from 2016, when there were 20.
Prosecutor Heck added, “Nine alcohol-related traffic fatalities is still too many, especially since each and every one of those fatalities were completely avoidable – if only the driver has made the smart decision and chose to get home safely, by having a designated driver, using a taxi, or a ride-sharing service such as Uber or Lyft.”
ArriveSafe will be offering free cab rides home for Montgomery County residents from 6:00 p.m. Friday, December 26, 2017 through 6:00 a.m. Tuesday, December 26, 2017, and from 6:00 p.m. Friday, December 29, 2017 through 6:00 a.m. Tuesday, January 2, 2018.
Prosecutor Heck added, “You decide – do you want to go home safely in the back of a cab for free, or go to jail, handcuffed in the back of a police cruiser, which may cost you thousands of dollars? A simple decision.”
FilmDayton To Host Screenwriting Workshop
FilmDayton will present a 3 hour screenwriting workshop hosted by Screenwriting Staffing’s founder, Jacob N. Stuart on Tuesday, January 23rd starting at 6:30pm at the Dayton Metro Library. This class is open to anyone interested in writing for film, age 16 and older.
Pixar’s films, while always predictable, are box office successes — that know how to make us laugh, love, and cry in 90 minutes. There story beats have proven to work. Blake Snyder, the author of Save The Cat, has also alluded to the same adage. Many major studios use his book as a template on all major films.
The workshop will discuss all the major story beats: Opening Image, Theme Stated, Set-up, Catalyst, Debate. Break into Two, B Story, Fun & Games, Midpoint, All is Lost, Dark Night, Break into Three, Finale, Final Image.
Once you understand what works, you’ll learn how to break the rules.
You can’t write a blockbuster until you know how to format a script. Using David Trottier’s best-selling book, The Screenwriter’s Bible, we will breakdown each element of formatting an industry-standard script. We will go back and forth from softwares Final Draft and WriterDuet. We will also compare spec scripts vs shooting scripts.
Now that we have a formatted script, it’s time to cut. Having a formatted script will open the doors, but it’s not enough to create a sell. We will discuss how to pare down your prose to have a quick and easy read. White space is king. Say more with fewer words. How to keep the reader “reading”. How to manipulate “formatting” procedure to make your script read faster.
We will discuss Scott Myers (Trojan War, K-9) “writing scene description, think poetry instead of prose” theory. Maximum impact, minimum word. The great thing about screenwriting is we are not slaves to grammar. Our goal as a screenwriter is to convey our message visually, period. But, it’s not as easy (and lazy) as it sounds.
Now that we understand these notes, we will review 4 scripts that I believe nail this formula brilliantly (note: we will not review the actual movie, just the spec script): Whiplash, Slow West, Annabelle, & The Visitor. I’m a firm believer reading screenplays is more important than watching films, if you are a screenwriter.
We will spend our last hour discussing: how to sell your work outside of Hollywood, navigating your way through the screenplay contest/film festival world, writing for the low-budget, indie film world, utilizing the new wave of streaming services (Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime, YouTube Red, Facebook, etc), how to write a compelling query letter, the types of industry pros to network with, finding paid screenwriting work, and how to use social media to your benefit.
Jacob N. Stuart is an award-winning screenwriter, with over 20 scripts optioned and/or produced to screen, airing in over 10 different countries. His films have appeared in over 45 film festivals. He has taught screenwriting professionally at the Hollywood International Film Academy, was a longtime contributor with Creative Screenwriting Magazine and Screenwriting Standard, has spoke extensively at film seminars and film festivals across the country, including Universe Multicultural Film Festival, San Diego International Kids’ Film Festival, WriteStuff Writers Conference, among many more, and was previously the Screenplay Contest Director for the Cincinnati Film Festival. He graduated from The Los Angeles Film School in 2010, with a concentration in Screenwriting. He is currently a Board Member at the Historic Plaza Theatre in downtown Miamisburg.
Jacob is most notably known for being the Founder ofScreenwritingStaffing.com, an online screenwriting community that has facilitated over 150 screenplay sales, options, representations, and collaborations. For more on Jacob: www.imdb.me/jacobnstuart
Seminar is $40 for FilmDayton Members, $75 for nonmembers.
Register by 12/31/17 and save $5. Ticketing will be live on 12/19/17.
No More Donuts For this Ex-Cop!
Sometimes the dream of opening a business doesn’t equate to the reality of a retail business. Opened by retired Dayton police officer Bill Parsons and his sister Kellie Tomlinson in June of this year, Parsons faced the realization of the time and energy it takes to run a retail operation.
Today they posted this on their Facebook page:
Attention Donut Lovers!
We want to thank each and every one of you for supporting our business, we LOVED being able to share our time and donuts with you and would happily do it all over again!
As the Holidays rolled around, we realized how much time we were spending away from our families and so with a heavy heart we have closed our doors permanently.
Thank you again for everything, it has been a pleasure serving you all.
Wishing you a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!
Sincerely,
The District Six Team
Local talent on display at the 5th Annual WinterFolk Festival
Although it’s considered “off” season for music festivals, wintertime ones are some of my favorites! We’ve all got cabin fever, and just need to get out of the house and have fun! One of the most highly anticipated of those winter festivals is right around the corner: The 5th annual WinterFolk Festival at Yellow Cab Tavern on Sat, Jan 13th.
It’s a spectacular night of music, art, food, & fun for all ages. This includes a non-stop line-up of best roots and folk musicians from the tri-state area, including beloved acts The Repeating Arms, Tod Weidner, David Payne, Starving in the Belly of the Whale, Kyleen Downes, The Goldberrys, OldNews, Bloody Tambourine, and several more!
It’s also about this time of year, I’m missing food trucks. Come hungry and catch the Drunken Waffle serving food on-site, along with Yellow Cab Tavern’s craft brews and cocktails. This year’s event has expanded, with even more artisans and vendors selling handmade goods. It’s an all around perfect night out!
How did this event come about? Well, it was inspired by a love of music, of course, and also the venue itself, Yellow Cab Tavern. In its infancy, WinterFolk organizers could see the potential in YCT, starting the festival as a fundraiser, which led to the venue’s recent upgrades. This type of collaboration is sign of a true music community! Make sure you stop on out to support these wonderful folks!
How to Go?
Where: The ‘Old’ Yellow Cab Building (700 E Fourth St. Dayton, Ohio 45402) is located at the corner of Fourth St and Walnut just outside Dayton’s historic Oregon District. Plenty of FREE parking is available on and off street at the event.
Time / Cost: Doors will open at 7pm and the first performance will start promptly at 8pm. Tickets available exclusively at the door for $10, children 12 & under are free.
7 Breweries to Showcase NEW BEERS at Stone House
This one is for all you local beer lovers who stay in tune with the newest brewing trends in the Miami Valley. It is a ONE NIGHT ONLY event that you just can’t miss.
The Food Adventure Crew has a big announcement after partnering up with Stone House Tavern for this latest beer event !
We proudly announce:
—-“NEW BEERS EVE”—-
THURSDAY NIGHT, JANUARY 25th, 2018 –
STONE HOUSE TAVERN and DAYTON MOST METRO team for a
FOOD ADVENTURE with 7 Local Breweries!
“Learn, what are these breweries’ NEW BEERS RESOLUTIONS?”
Here is the skinny on the “NEW BEERS EVE” EVENT:
WHEN: 7pm – 9:30pm, THURSDAY JANUARY 25th, 2018
WHAT: 7 beer samples, heavy appetizers, a pint of your favorite beer at the end. There will also be door prizes, trivia and giveaways.
WHERE: STONE HOUSE TAVERN at 258 S. Main St. in Waynesville
WHY: Taste the areas newest beers. Hear the lowdown from each local brewery owner about their newest concoctions. Learn about their direction and philosophy for 2018 !
COST: $30 per person in advance , $35 at the door.
***PURCHASE TICKETS IN ADVANCE BY CLICKING HERE AT THIS LINK***
AFTER PARTY: 9:30pm – CLOSE – Cash bar and mingle with the brewers.
THE 7 BREWERIES FEATURED on “NEW BEERS EVE”
CROOKED HANDLE (Springboro, Ohio):
Owned by former home brewers, Jason Moore and Jeff Pedro Jr, this is a fairly new establishment. However, since their opening on Christmas 2015, they have turned lots of heads with some great craft beers.
EUDORA BREWING CO (Kettering, Ohio):
Known as the only spot in Dayton where customers can brew and bottle their own beer, they also have some great choices on tap. Located on Wilmington Pike, this tap room has been open since 2013. Neil Chabut, started as a homebrewer, and worked in a homebrew shop for about a year before launching the brewery.
FIFTH ST BREWPUB (Dayton, Ohio) :
This pub is a co-op with the owners being Dayton area residents who bought “shares” of the establishment. Longtime brewmaster, Darren Link, has been churning out solid beer choices since the opening of the brewery in 2013.
HEAVIER THAN AIR BREWING (Centerville, Ohio):
The new kid on the block. This spot on 725 opened in August 2017 and is eager to show Dayton its brews. The Tarkany family owns the brewery, and we look forward to hearing about their direction in 2018. We are expecting them to feature an experimental Stout for this “New Beers Eve” event.
LOCK 27 BREWING (Centerville, Ohio and Dayton, Ohio):
Owner Steve Barnhart left a job in corporate America to follow his passion of brewing beer. He has used his business savvy to expand his brewery, by building a state of the art, second location downtown. Lock 27 has been popular since it opened in June, 2013. We are excited to hear about new brews from this company that underlines the importance of quality beers.
RIVERTOWN BREWING (Cincinnati, Ohio):
Owner Jason Roeper is one of the state’s pioneers of the craft beer industry. Rivertown has two facilities, a Barrel House Restaurant in Monroe and a tasting room in Lockland, Ohio. Opened in 2009, Rivertown has been leading the beer craze ever since. We are excited to hear about their upcoming plans. Like many others, Jason started his passion home brewing at the ripe age of 21.
STAR CITY BREWING (Miamisburg, Ohio):Owner Justin Kohnen is busy brewing for this upcoming “New Beers Eve.” He has decided to feature his newest brew, Biere de Garde, Building 26 at the event. Star City opened in 2013, and is located at the former Peerless Mill Restaurant on South 2nd Street in Miamisburg. The facility has a warm atmosphere and is great for tasting beers or having a catered event.
What a rundown of great local breweries! This is a nice variety with many new faces. We look forward to tasting Dayton’s newest beers, and learning about the breweries plans for 2018. If you are a beer fan, this is chance to meet the people who brew the local beers you love. Come ask questions, meet the masters, and listen and learn all about the craft beer world.
Join us for “NEW BEERS EVE”… and find out what is your new beer’s resolution!
***SAVE $5 by PURCHASING TICKETS ONLINE HERE ***
Tickets are $30 in advance or $35 at the door! See you January 25th at 7pm!
Don’t miss this one time only event!
There will be trivia, door prizes and giveaways!