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Live entertainment! Multiple food and merchandise vendors. Cold beverages!
Our resident sommelier, Brian DeMarke, will be in for his monthly wine tasting class. Don’t just try the wines, learn all about them! Tonight we’re headed to France!
Newport Kentucky plays host to the annual Great Inland Seafood Festival! One of the city’s longest-running events, the Great Inland Seafood Festival is the only event in town where you can get a fresh WHOLE MAINE LOBSTER! With continuous live entertainment, rides, and games for kids, mouth-watering food, and cold beverages, the Great Inland Seafood Festival is a great activity for the whole family. Admission is free.
Get a Whole Maine Lobsters Fresh lobster for just $11.95, enjoy the raw bar, frozen margaritas, and alligator on a stick among the many treats for sale.
Newport Festival Park
1 Levee Way
Newport, KY 41071
RAW BAR: Oysters on the Half Shell, Crab, Shrimp Cocktail
BJ’S CONCESSIONS BOOTH #1: Fried Calamari, Fish, Scallops, Clam Strips, Oysters, Shrimp, Coconut Shrimp on a Stick Gator on a Stick
Sides: Fries, Sauteed Green Beans, Yellow Rice with Veggies Hush Puppies, Jambalaya
BJ’S CONCESSIONS BOOTH #2: Boiled: Crawfish and Shrimp with Corn and Potatoes
Grilled: Crab Cakes, Fish, Salmon, Shrimp, Scallops Seafood Medley
Sides: Yellow Rice with Veggies, Fries,vGreen Beans, Hush Puppies, Jambalaya
A LIL TASTE OF SOUL: Shrimp and Grits, Salmon and Grits, Salmon croquettes, Shrimp Po Boy, Lobster Roll
CAPTAIN’S SEAFOOD MARKET: Beer Battered Cod, Jumbo Butterfly Shrimp, Popcorn Shrimp, Coconut Shrimp, Oysters, Crab Cakes, Crabby Lobster Mac N Cheese, Cod Sandwich, Shrimp Poboy Sandwich, Corn, Mac N Cheese, Baked Potato, Cole Slaw, Key Lime Pie, Fries, Hush Puppies
HAMMERHEADS GRILL: Crab Boil Bucket, Pineapple Seafood Boat, 6 Jumbo Battered Shrimp on a Stick, Funnel Cakes, Loaded Ribbon Fries, Cotton Candy
MIS SABORES: Seafood Paella, Encocado or Coconut Fish with Plantain, Shrimp Empanadas with Chimichurri, Ceviche, Street Corn
FISHERMAN’S MARKET SEAFOOD: Shrimp Popcorn/Butterfly on a Stick, Cod Baskets/Platters Oysters, Roasted Corn, Baked Potatoes, Fries/Hush Puppies, Sandwiches/Poboys
ALFIO’S BUON CIBO: Lobster and Crab Ravioli in Cognac Cream Sauce, Shrimp with Penne Pasta Garlic Herb Creme Sauce, Crab Cake Empanada with Slaw
TWO FISHES AND FIVE LOAVES: Two Waffles (Choice of sweet or savory), Two Pieces of Deep Fried Whiting or Catfish, Soul Savory Shrimp and Grits, Seven Seas Soul Oogy Gooey Creamy Cheesy Smoked Macaroni and Cheese, French Fries, In-House Cold Slaw
With more than three dozen bourbon choices available it’s clear that we love our whiskey at the Hidden Gem. We’ll be serving up a four, 1/2 ounce tastes of Old Forester (1870, 1897, 1910, & 1920), with The Statesman and Ohio Liquor Special Single Barrel Strength availabe also. We’re pairing these with our locally sourced soft pretzels with housemade dipping sauces (savory cheese, honey mustard, and sweet cinnimon).
Lay’s celebrates the summer snacking season with the return of its iconic Flavor Swap lineup, including Doritos, Funyuns and Cheetos mashups, alongside a new mashup for summer 2022, Lay’s Kettle Cooked Fritos Chili Cheese.
Last year, Lay’s launched a twist to the popular Frito-Lay snack brands. While the iconic potato chips were in the bag, the flavors were unexpected. From Doritos to Cheetos, the flavors twists had many people re-thinking snack time.
This year, the Lay’s Flavor Swap chips are back, and a new flavor has been added. Now, Fritos Chili Cheese has made the jump to from corn to potatoes.
As Stacy Taffet, senior vice president of brand marketing, Frito-Lay North America said, “What makes the Lay’s Flavor Swap lineup so much fun is the combination of flavors our fans know and love to create a new-but-familiar snacking experience. This year’s newest addition combines our Kettle Cooked variety and the popular Fritos Chili Cheese flavor to make a powerful addition to an already stacked lineup. We’re excited to re-release these iconic swaps after last year’s success and to continue delivering the flavor experience our fans are looking and asking for.”
Looking at the Kettle Cooked Fritos Chili Cheese flavor, it might be the boldest of the four offerings. Kettle Cooked chips often retain flavors more. In addition to the added crunch, this new flavor holds tremendous possibilities.
Given that Fritos are a popular chili topping, these chips could hold a new option. A layer of these chips on top of chili or another casserole might be the ultimate recipe combination. It might not be a walking taco, but the possibilities beyond the snack bag are many.
In addition to the new Kettle Cooked Fritos Chili Cheese, the other three flavors are back on store shelves. They are Lay’s Cheetos Flavor, Lay’s Doritos Cool Ranch Flavor and Lay’s Wavy Funyons Onion Flavor.
While everyone had their favorite last year, the Lay’s Doritos Cool Ranch Flavor was a huge hit. Even though people will never put down that Doritos bag, the reality is that the Cool Ranch flavor has versality. It basically goes with anything.
And, for people who love Funyons’ flavor but prefer a chip snack, this option delivered on that idea. Plus, the Wavy chip is great for dipping. Definitely pair this chip with some French Onion Dip for a double dose of onion goodness.
The Lay’s Flavor Swap chips are available now while supplies last. The suggest retail price is $4.59 for either a 7.75 oz, 8 oz) and $2.29 or 2.5 oz, 2.625 oz bag. The limited time offering is available while supplies last.
Founded in 1983, Dayton’s Germanfest Picnic is a 3-day celebration of the Miami Valley’s rich German heritage. German food, plenty of fantastic German and domestic bier and wein, your favorite bands playing in the biergarten, the Polka Mass, Culture Display, Kinder Korner and food and craft vendors.
The heart of the festivities is the Dayton Liederkranz Turner Clubhouse at 1400 E. Fifth Street in historic St. Anne’s Hill, one of Dayton’s original German neighborhoods. The footprint of the festival stretches along East Fifth Street from Keowee to Dutoit Streets.
Plenty of free parking is available on Saturday and Sunday in the lots at Stivers High School and all weekend long at the SOITA lot at the corner of Keowee and Fifth Streets. Just follow the yellow signs.
Jackie Venson is a multi-instrumentalist, singer-songwriter known for her beautifully complex music and blazing guitar skills. Born and raised in Austin, Texas, Jackie has played to crowds across the world. With the disruption of the COVID-19 pandemic, the cancellation of her entire tour schedule, and the wave of social change sweeping across the country, Jackie committed herself to releasing more music than ever before, connecting with her fans directly, and speaking up about the change she wanted to see in her city and country. Her latest album ‘Love Transcends’, released in September 2021, is her first collection of music to focus on a central genre-the blues. With the uncertainty of the times we’re living in, one thing holds true for Jackie Venson – she’s going to play her music, speak her truth, and spread as much joy as she can do it.
Stop on over to Grist anytime between 4-6 pm and make your own Cannoli to bring home. Wine available!
McDonald’s is running a new app promotion where they’re offering a $5 Crispy Chicken Sandwich Meal. The app-exclusive deal can be used once a week through September 4, 2022.
As part of the limited-time mobile app deal, you can get any Crispy, Spicy or Deluxe Chicken Sandwich with a medium fries and soft drink for $5. Just take note that there is a limit of one redemption per week, per app account.
The Crispy Chicken Sandwich features southern-style fried chicken on a toasted, buttered potato roll, topped with crinkle-cut pickles.
The Spicy Crispy Chicken Sandwich features southern-style fried chicken served on a toasted potato roll and topped with a spicy pepper sauce.
The Deluxe Crispy Chicken Sandwich consists of southern-style fried chicken paired with shredded lettuce, Roma tomatoes and mayo on a toasted potato roll.
Sweet soul music of the 1960s and ’70s at Wright Station, St. Rts. 73 & 741. Acoustic rock and country. Bring your own seating. Designated Outdoor Refreshment area. Plenty of food options.
The Berachah Valley band has been a bluegrass staple in our area for over 17 years. Troy’s downtown concert series, “Fridays on Prouty” will be bringing them back again in 2022 with a new show! This classic band was asked to be the sound of bluegrass for the movie “Mayberry Man.” The movie is a recreation of the beloved Andy Griffith Show which takes place in Mayberry, USA. The experience was an exciting time for the band. They were part of the touring variety show that traveled the country promoting the movie.
On August 12, 2022 at 7:30 pm they will share the variety show and movie with Troy, Ohio. Berachah Valley will play favorites from the movie, the cast will be on hand with jokes and stories. A showing of the movie Mayberry Man will begin about 9 pm after the concert and variety show. This fun-packed night honoring Berachah Valley bluegrass band and their new movie is free to the public. Reservations are not necessary. Bring a lawn chair, your best friend and plenty of good wishes for Berachah Valley.
Fridays on Prouty concerts are a collaboration between the Troy-Hayner Cultural Center and Troy Main Street. Concerts are free to the public thanks to a generous grant from the Troy Foundation. Join us in the center of lovely downtown Troy, Ohio at Prouty Plaza. Bring a lawn chair and your best friend. For more information on the Fridays on Prouty concert series visit: www.troyhayner.org/fridays-on-prouty
Celebrate the birthday of Wayne Shorter (8.25.1933) with the Bright Moments Quartet at Hidden Gems Sunday night from 7 – 9:30pm
Musicians will include pianist Brian Caswell, bassist Mike Sharfe, drummer Jim Leslie and special guest Grant “King” Koeller. Jazz jammers are invited to sit in as we celebrate Wayne Shorter with his timeless classic “Footprints”. $5 cover
Bob Evans restaurants are responding to the economic pressures being felt by Americans across the country by expanding its American Values platform with a new Sunrise Savers menu that includes a selection of classic breakfast offerings at prices ranging from $4.99 to $7.99.
Here’s a closer look at some of the options available as part of the Sunrise Savers Breakfast menu:
Steel-Cut Oatmeal: Made fresh daily and served with real brown sugar, fresh milk and dried cranberries or honey-roasted pecans for $4.99.The Sunrise Savers menu is available now at all Bob Evans locations nationwide for dine-in, carryout or delivery.
Salar welcomes Ehlers Estate winemaker, Laura Díaz Muñoz. Join Laura alongside Chef Margot Blondet for a high-end wine experience featuring six wines and food pairings.
Seared U-10 scallop, mixed organic greens, toasted almonds, and grilled peaches tossed in a guava dressing
Roasted, spicy pork belly slices on a bed of parsnip & Parmegiano cheese purée with roasted grapes
Pan seared USDA Choice boneless Delmonico ribeye, highly marbled and wet aged for 21 days. Served with sautéed mushrooms with bacon, truffle mashed potatoes and a Brandy & garlic pan sauce
Dark Belgian chocolate quenelles in a fresh cherry sauce
Ehlers Estate Sauvignon Blanc
Ehlers Estate Portrait Red Blend
Ehlers Estate Merlot
Ehlers Estate Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
Ehlers Estate Cabernet Franc
Ehlers Estate 1886 Cabernet Sauvignon
