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Announcement from Sweet Retreat Ice Cream Shop

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The Sweet Retreat, located at 2613 Smithville Road in Dayton opened seasonally beginning in 2018. The owners Chris Tobias and Simon Wiley graduated from Carroll High School and was mostly staffed by local high school students.

Today they posted this on their Facebook page:
“Dear Sweet Retreat Family,
We wanted to reach out and share that, unfortunately, The Sweet Retreat will not be opening for the season. This decision was not made lightly, and we will miss serving you and sharing in the joy of every scoop.
We truly appreciate your support over all the years and encourage you to keep savoring those sweet moments, whether at home or elsewhere. Thank you for all the wonderful memories, and we hope to see you around 
Stay cool and keep spreading the love for ice cream! 
With heartfelt appreciation,
The Sweet Retreat Team”
They will be missed!
And already the community has shared their dismay:
“Thanks for giving my kiddos the perfect place to work as young people, they made some really great memories there that will last a lifetime.” – Sarah Maria
“This makes me so sad!! You guys were the best! Both the ice cream and the staff! ” -Connie Vigus

 

Opening Night for Reefer Madness

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Inspired by the original 1936 film of the same name, this raucous musical comedy takes a tongue-in-cheek look at the hysteria caused when clean-cut kids fall prey to marijuana, leading them on a hysterical downward spiral filled with evil jazz music, sex, and violence. You won’t be able to resist the spoofy fun of Reefer Madness. The addictive, clever musical numbers range from big Broadway-style showstoppers to swing tunes like “Down at the Ol’ Five and Dime” and the Vegas-style “Listen to Jesus, Jimmy,” featuring J.C. Himself leading a chorus of showgirl angels. Reefer Madness is a highly stylized and satirical political commentary that will leave you wanting more.

Frank’s RedHot® Debuts Six New Flavor-Packed Sauces

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Frank’s RedHot®, the #1 hot sauce in the world*, is expanding its portfolio with the debut of six new exciting flavors from its Dip’n Sauce, Squeeze Sauce, and Wings Sauce lines to enhance any dish. Rolling out to retailers nationwide, the new sauces from Frank’s RedHot give fans a flavor for every occasion so they can keep putting that $#!t on everything.

Frank’s RedHot® Debuts Six New Flavor-Packed Sauces. (Credit McCormick & Co)Frank’s RedHot® Debuts Six New Flavor-Packed Sauces. (Credit McCormick & Co)

“Get ready to shake things up with the new flavors of Frank’s Dip’n, Squeeze, and Wings Sauces,” said Valda Coryat, North America Vice President of Marketing at McCormick & Company, Inc. “Consumers can dip and drizzle these flavorful sauces on their favorite foods – turning every meal into a tasty adventure. Each sauce offers accessible heat, inviting fans to experiment with a wide range of trending, consumer-preferred flavor combinations, such as “swicy” and easy, global-inspired flavors for anyone to explore and enjoy.”

NEW Frank’s RedHot Squeeze Sauces

Squeeze Sauces are thicker than traditional hot sauce and provide an ultra-smooth drizzle as a topping for favorite foods.

  • Frank’s RedHot Burger Squeeze Sauce: This creamy, tangy burger sauce blends spicy Frank’s RedHot flavor with dill pickle juice and mayo to add a pop of mild heat to make it the ultimate burger sauce — not just burgers, but also for fries, pizza, and chicken sandwiches.
  • Frank’s RedHot Korean BBQ Squeeze Sauce: This blend of soy sauce, garlic, and a touch of Frank’s RedHot delivers a burst of savory, medium heat to salmon, noodles, rice and more.

NEW Frank’s RedHot Dip’n Sauces

Dip’n Sauces are perfect for dipping ready-to-eat foods with their thick and creamy texture.

  • Frank’s RedHot Buffalo Ranch Dip’n Sauce: Thicker than regular hot sauce, this creamy dip delivers the perfect balance of Ranch flavor and Frank’s RedHot heat exactly where you need it – think chicken fingers, fries, crudités, and more

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NEW Frank’s RedHot Wings Sauces

Wing Sauces are perfect for elevating favorite foods; just toss or dip for an instant flavor boost.

  • Frank’s RedHot General Tso Wings Sauce: A delicious blend of soy sauce, aged cayenne peppers and vinegar paired with just the right amount of sweetness. Ready to use straight from the bottle, this craveable flavor delivers mild heat to stir-fry, chicken wings, shrimp, and more.
  • Frank’s RedHot Mango Habanero Wings Sauce: Sweet mango and fiery habanero unite in a sauce that is ready to bring the perfect balance of fruity, sweet heat to chicken wings, sandwiches, tacos, and fries.

For recipes and more information, visit FranksRedHot.com.

Road Trip: Cincy’s Asian Food Fest

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Back for its 14th year, Asian Food Fest returns to Court Street Plaza in downtown Cincinnati. This two-day food extravaganza celebrates Asian culture and cuisine. Expect a mouthwatering tour of small-plated Asian foods priced from $2-$10 and enjoy live entertainment, local craft and Asian beer, fun family activities and more. Comedy, cultural activities, and karaoke will highlight the entertainment line-up of more than 100 performers and entertainers across the two-day event!  Experience the region’s largest celebration of Asian food and culture like never before!

Festival Hours:
Saturday, April 26, 11am – 10 pm & Sunday, April 27, 11am  – 8pm

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Parking & Accessibility
Commuters and visitors are encouraged to carpool and use public transportation due to anticipated traffic and limited parking. Parking garages and surface lots will be open in areas surrounding the event taking place at Court Street Plaza.

Wheelchairs, medical scooters, rollators, walkers, canes, crutches, and other similar devices are permitted at the Festival to assist patrons with disabilities. The Festival does not provide personal care, golf cart rides, or wheelchair push service. Please bring an attendant if needed.  They will have Accessible Restrooms as well as a Momentum Refresh Bus. The bus is equipped with a wheelchair lift, customizable grab bars, an overhead ceiling hoist, and a height-adjustable sink and universal changing table.

Location: E. Court Street between Vine & Walnut, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202

 

 

 

 

 

By Golly’s Springfield Grand Opening Celebration! 

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📢 First Bite at By Golly’s Springfield—Join Us for a Grand Opening Celebration! 🍔🎉
By Golly’s is officially opening its doors, and we’re throwing an all-day party to celebrate! You won’t want to miss this huge grand opening event packed with fun, food, and amazing giveaways.
🔥 Be one of the first 50 guests in line before we open for a chance to win FREE BURGERS FOR A YEAR! TWO lucky winners will walk away with an entire year of mouthwatering burgers.
🎶Family-Friendly Festivities:
– Face painting for the kiddos 🎨
– Live music & entertainment 🎵
– Giveaways & surprises 🎁
🎀 Official Ribbon Cutting at 3:30 PM with the Greater Springfield Partnership—come be part of this special moment!
We are beyond excited to bring By Golly’s to Springfield and can’t wait to celebrate with you all.
Mark your calendars: Wednesday, April 23rd—let’s make this grand opening one to remember!

10 Q’s with Miami Valley Meals Chef Marilyn

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Miami Valley Meals makes thousands of meals each week to feed our community. transforming donated and rescued food into nutritious meals for those experiencing food insecurity. For their third anniversary in 2023 they unveiled a lineup of  chef-created spice blends created in partnership with Big Axe Spice Salt Free Seasonings; The Root of Love, Give Back Garlic Blast, and Feel Good Fusion.

Having recently celebrated their fifth anniversary they added a new spice to the lineup – The Spice of Life by Chef Marilyn! It’s a baker’s best friend and is perfect for fruit pies, cobblers, cakes cookies and quick breads.

Free of salt, sugar, and gluten, all four spice blends are friendly for any diet and flexible enough to use in just about anything! From meats and marinades to dips and desserts, the possibilities are endless. Starting in May, you can also buy Chef Marilyn’s spice at Gem City Market and Dot’s Market with more locations coming soon.
For more information and to purchase online, please visit the MVM website.
Each purchase supports our mission to transform donated food into nutritious meals for those in need in Dayton. Spices run $9.99 or  can be bought as a four pack for $37.98.

Chef Marilyn Britt first joined MVM in the kitchen as part of her participation in Goodwill Easterseals’ Senior Community Service Employment Program, and upon completion, was hired on permanently. “I joined MVM  because they are doing something positive for the world we live in by addressing and contributing to food insecurity, something I always wanted to do. The chefs that prepare the healthy meals love and enjoy their jobs.”

We asked Chef Marilyn to take a break from meal prep to answer our Chef 10 questions and here’s what she told us:

1. What is your favorite ingredient to cook with?

My favorite ingredient to cook with is basil – I love it! It can really uplift a dish and I buy some every time I’m in the store.

2. What ingredient do you dread?

I dread too much salt. As a transplant survivor, I limit my sodium and generally follow a healthy diet.

3. What’s your favorite dish to make?

My favorite dish to make is stir fry. It’s very nutritious and colorful. All of my children and grandchildren love it, and I love making it for them!

4. What’s your favorite pig out food?

My favorite pig out food is sweet potatoes – baked or as a pie. My sister Betty makes the best sweet potato pie. She really puts love in it and it puts a smile on my face.

5. What restaurant, other than your own, do you like to dine at in the Miami Valley?

I like dining at J Alexander’s Restaurant. I like a few of the healthier options from the menu, the atmosphere and the service.

Chef Angie (left) and Chef Marilyn (right) with a table of meals.

6. What’s your best advice for home chefs?

After working at Miami Valley Meals with such a variety of donations – I’ve gotten to be creative and experiment with the team. Some of these ingredients, specifically certain spices and herbs – I hadn’t tried before but have now really grown to enjoy them. So, my advice would be to be creative and give it a try! You can always make small batches and you may find something new that you love.

7. If you could invite any 4 guests to a dinner party who would they be and why?

I would invite Calvin Britt Jr., my sons TaeVon and Justin, as well as my best friend Cheryl. They all love a variety of foods and they are open to trying new things. I love cooking for them because they very much appreciate it and they always give their honest opinion. 🙂

8. Who do you look up to in the industry and why?

In the culinary world I look up to Chef Gordon Ramsey because he tells the truth when it comes to food and explains why.

In the nonprofit world I look up to Ms. Amanda because she always greets you with a smile (-: and she always makes her staff know she appreciates our hard work. She is truly concerned with each and everyone’s feelings.

9. What do you do in the Miami Valley on a day off?

On my days off I read and write letters. I also cook zucchini and banana bread to give away. The team at Miami Valley Meals loves them. (-:

10. Share a kitchen disaster, lucky break or other interesting story:

I was hired at the Monday Community Correctional program part-time in culinary but the very next day, they offered me a full time position. I was also training to become a bus driver at the time and weighing my options – but cooking is in my heart. I’m lucky I got the offer and grateful this led me on my culinary journey. Cooking brings me peace.

Wright Dunbar Call To Artists

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Wright Dunbar, Inc. is asking for artists to submit designs that will be used to beautify the Historic Commercial District, by wrapping the “silver” utility boxes!  Four different designs will be chosen.  The designs should be Wright Brothers/Aviation inspired, Paul Laurence Dunbar inspired or an inductee listed on the Walk of Fame www.daytonregionwalkoffame.org!   

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Each artist that has a design chosen will receive $500 & credit for the design, be listed on marketing materials & receive a spotlight on the Wright Dunbar Business District Association website www.wdbd.org. The top 10 designs will be chosen through voting on social media.  The final designs will be chosen by Wright Dunbar, Inc. and then approved by the City of Dayton. 

Artists must be Ohio residents to submit. Artists under the age of 18 will need their parents’ permission to enter their design. Designs should be submitted in Resolution 300 dpi (scale image/ require) or 150 dpi resolution (full image/accepted) in PDF format.  Each utility box is a different size and the artwork will need to be resized to accommodate vents, hinges, doors and knobs. If your design is chosen we will provide a template for your particular box.  One design submitted per artist.  No logos, advertisements or names can be on the design.  We encourage artists to submit their design to [email protected]. The deadline for submissions is 11:59 pm Thursday, May 1st.  The chosen designs will be announced Wednesday, May 7th. 

This beautification project is being funded by the City of Dayton Mini Grant Program & the National Aviation Heritage Alliance Small Grant Program. 

For more information, contact Erica Hubler at [email protected]. 

Old Scratch Ice Cream Sales – $60,000 Donated to Local Nonprofits

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Old Scratch Pizza’s Cones for a Cause program supports the incredible nonprofits making an impact in our community.  The Cones for a Cause program is fueled by the generosity of their guests. When you enjoy an ice cream cone at any of their four restaurants, you have the opportunity to donate to this fund, allowing the funds to support impactful nonprofits in our community.

This year they awarded six grants of $10,000 each to small nonprofits where these funds can provide the greatest support to at-risk groups and those lacking access to essential services. Grant funds will be dispensed quarterly in increments of $2,500, enabling us to maximize our impact.

‍In choosing their grantees they  focus on Six Key Service Areas:
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Addiction Services: We support addiction services to offer hope and resources for individuals and families affected by substance abuse, fostering a community where everyone can overcome addiction.
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Food Insecurity: We address food insecurity to ensure no one in our community goes hungry, promoting health, dignity, and equity for all through access to food.

Education: We prioritize education to empower individuals with the tools they need to succeed, fostering a community where every person can reach their full potential.

Housing Insecurity: We focus on housing insecurity to provide support, stability, and pathways to independence, building a stronger and more compassionate community for everyone.

Animal Welfare: We advocate for animal welfare to protect and care for animals, fostering empathy and respect for all living beings within our community.

Human Equality: We champion equality efforts to create a community where everyone feels respected and valued, fostering opportunities for anyone to thrive.

The 2025 Cones for a Cause grantees are:

The Food Bank Inc
SICSA
Miami Valley Meals
We Care Arts
FOA – Families of Addicts 
Secret Smiles of Dayton

Old Scratch Pizza has $281,484 to 125 local non-profits since 2016.  Keep supporting local non-profits by donating and grabbing some ice cream — because kindness is best served cold.

812 S Patterson Blvd
Dayton, OH 45402

440 Miamisburg Centerville Road
Centerville, OH 45458

2450 Dayton Xenia Road
Beavercreek, OH 45434

19 East Race Street
Troy, OH 45373

Changes at the Pizza Bandit

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Chef James Burton has announced  “it’s time for me to step away and retire as the Chef of The Pizza Bandit. This decision has weighed heavily on my heart. It wasn’t made quickly or without countless sleepless nights. It feels so strange to be closing this chapter after all of the hard work and dedication over the years, but I know deep down it’s time for a new beginning, even if it’s bittersweet.

When I look back on the last five years, I’m overwhelmed by what we created together. We became a viral sensation with a cicada pizza — something so crazy it could only happen here. We brewed beer with one of the best local breweries, crafted hundreds of specialty pizzas, and collaborated with some of the most talented, passionate friends a chef could ever dream of. We threw unforgettable special events and themed dinners that pushed the boundaries of creativity and community. Every single moment mattered.
I’ve been hard at work training our very own Timothy Garrison to take over for me as Kitchen Manager, someone I trust fully and have cooked beside for almost 10 years
It’s hard to say goodbye, but it’s even harder to express how thankful I am for every laugh, every challenge, every slice, every night on the line, every full table, every empty pizza box.
Thank you for making these years some of the best of my life.
Thank you for making this dream real.”
Another change includes a new menu for the Pizza Bandit that is in effect as of 5pm today.

Pizza Bandit
700 East 4th Street,
Dayton, OH, 
937-476-1895
Tues 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Wed CLOSED
Thurs 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Fri 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Sat 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM and 5:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Sun 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Easter Dining Options

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Dining out for Easter offers a convenient, festive, and often family-friendly experience, with restaurants often offering special menus, brunch options, and Easter-themed activities, making it a popular choice for celebrating the holiday. Like several other traditional “family” holidays, Easter Sunday is evolving into an increasingly important business opportunity for the restaurant world and reservations are suggested as many businesses will book up

Local Options:

brunch buffet

ele bistro and wine bar 
3680 Rigby Rd, Miamisburg

Celebrate Easter in style with a delicious brunch buffet at elé Bistro!  Indulge in a mouthwatering spread of seasonal favorites, perfectly crafted to make your holiday extra special.

$35 per person, $12 Kids under 10

Easter Brunch

Wright-Patt Club 
4771 Lahm Circle, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base

Join in for our Easter Brunch on Sunday, April 20 at 10 am & 12 pm at the Wright-Patt Club! Have your family and the kids out for a fun afternoon, take photos with the Easter Bunny and enjoy live musical entertainment.

Members: $33 | Non-Members: $39 | Kids: $15
A 15% service fee will be included in the price
Prepaid registration is required  For more information, call us at 937-522-2160

Easter Brunch

Dayton Woman’s Club
225 North Ludlow Street, Dayton
Enjoy a delicious meal in our historic Victorian mansion, a cherished landmark in the heart of Dayton. Gather with family and friends for a festive holiday experience filled with great food and warm hospitality.
Seatings at 10:00 am, 11:30 am, & 12:30 pm
Reservations with payment required – please click the ticketing link.
Adults $32.25, children $16.1

Easter Brunch

Ellie’s Restaurant at the Mills Park Hotel
321 Xenia Avenue, Yellow Springs

Menu
Raspberry Cream Cheese French Toast Casserole
Honey Ham, Turkey Sausage, Bacon
Veggie Quiche, Hashbrown Casserole, Waffles
Fresh Fruit Platter, Hot Cinnamon Rolls
Hard Boiled Eggs, Water, Orange Juice, Coffee

2 seatings: 10am & 1pm
Kids 3 years old and under eat for free! Please note in your reservation if you need additional seating for young children.

Easter Brunch

Engineers Club
110 E. Monument Ave, Dayton
 
Menu:
French Toast w/toppings, biscuits & gravy, quiche, fried chicken cutlets.
bourbon glazed salmon, man n’ cheese.   $35.95/person
Mimosa & Bloody Mary Bar available for additional purchase.

3 course Brunch

Flemings Prime Steakhouse
The Greene, Beavercreek 

 3-Course Easter Weekend Brunch Menu featuring savory selections such as our Sliced Tenderloin & French Onion Frittata and Filet Mignon with Lobster. See full menu below. Brunch Menu starts at $52 per Guest

Starter: Strewberry Fennel Salad  or Potato Leek Soup

ENTRÉE: Shellfish Louie Salad or sliced tenderloin & French Onion Frittata or Filet Mignon & Lobster Tail or  rack of lamb

DESSERT: Lime Cheesecake Tart

Easter Sunday Brunch

Loose Ends Brewing
890 South Main Street, Centerville

We’re serving up our full brunch menu, including favorites like:

🥓 Morning After Burger
🍳 American Breakfast Burrito
🧇 Belgium Style Chicken & Waffles
🥑 Fresh Lime Avocado Toast
👧 Kid-friendly classics

Pair it with:
🍹 Mr. Kent’s award-winning Bloody Mary
🍺 Craft beer & brunch cocktails
🥂 Fresh mimosas & lemonades

Reservations highly recommended

Easter Meal

Stella Bleu
20 North Fountain, Springfield
Starter: house made cinnamon foccacia
Entre Choices: prime rib hot shot, salmon cakes, pancakes, frittata
Dessert: cinammon roll sundae
$40/person, reservation required call 937-717-0478
Tradition kids breakfast $10

Easter Brunch

Amber Rose 
1400 Valley St, Dayton
 

Scrambled eggs, french toast bake, omelet casserole, biscuits & gravy, chicken schnitzel, honey ham, salmon, carving station, cabbage rolls, herb roasted pork loin, chicken tenders, bacon, sausage, potates, fresh fruits pastries, potatoe pancakes, mac & cheese, breakfast breads, green beans, spinach salad, cherry almond bread pudding, apple crisp, pies

$39 adults, Kids 10 and under $16

Easter Brunch

El Meson 
903 E Dixie Dr, West Carrollton 

Our annual event that the entire family enjoys!

Buffet includes: pollo sudado, caribbean rum glazed ham, cuban beef picadillo, seafood zarzuela with pasta, scramble egg casserole, spanish rice, garbanzos with spinach, grits and chorizo, manchego scalloped potatoes, mexican roaster street corn, mixed green salad, fresh fruit salad, assorted breads, a belgian waffle station and assorted desserts

Kids buffet: taco bar

Adults $47, ages 7 – 12 $24, 6 and under free
90 minute table reservation

Fondue Easter Brunch

The Melting Pot
453 Miamisburg Centerville Road, Centerville
Enjoy a 3-course fondue BRUNCH for just $30/person! Start your day off with our Bacon Egg and Cheddar or Tomato & Green Goddess Cheese, a salad, and our French Toast Chocolate Fondue or Wild Berry Crunch. Upgrade to a 4-course meal by adding an optional entrée.
Our full regular menu is also available all day 11 am to 9 pm on April 20th.

Easter Lunch Buffet

Dewberry 1850
UD Marriott 1414 S. Patterson, Dayton
 

Brunch includes: charcuterie display, watermelon salad, watercress salad, marinated button mushrooms, pan seared chicken, roulade, braised pork shanks, herb crusted samon, crab & asparagus soup, white truffle mashed potatoes, ricotta gnocchi, honey roasted carrots, fried brussels sprouts, prime rib and baked ham carving stations, lemon mascarpoe cake, double chocolate red velvet cupcakes, assorted mini cheescakes

Seating times: 11:15am, noon, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm

$55 person plus gratuity and sales tax, call 937-223-1000 to book your reservation

3 Course Easter Brunch

Carvers Steaks and Chops
1535 Miamisburg Centerville Road, Washington Township
 
3 course brunch menu:
soup or saad course
entree choices: Prime rib or smoked salmon egg benedict, tenderloin skillet, brown sugar spiced salmon, steak & eggs
dessert course: carrot cake or chocolate mousse

$45 per person

April 20 10am – 1pm
Mayflower – The Encore

9 West Main Street, Troy

Join us on Easter Sunday for an all-you-can-eat brunch buffet from 10am to 1pm! This event is open to families. We encourage reservations but they certainly aren’t required.
Adults: $35 (all drinks are available for an additional cost)
Kids 6+: $17
Kids 5 & under: Eat Free!
April 20 10am – 2pm

The Dublin Pub
300 Wayne Ave, Dayton
Brunch this year will feature a wide variety of all your Dublin Pub favorites:
Prime rib, ham, and ribs on the carving station, shepards pie, salmon
Corned beef & cabbage, Omelet & hashbrown bar, Deviled eggs
Peel & eat shrimp, Eggs, Bacon, Sausage, Artisan bread bar
Biscuits & gravy
$5 bloody mary’s and mimosas
$39.95/person, children 6-12, $15.99, 5 and under free
April 20th 10am – 2pm
Smith’s Boathouse

439 North Elm Street, Troy

Please call (937) 335 – 3837 to make your reservations

Our special Easter menu includes the following plated options:
Crab Fittata, Sausage Gray & Biscuits, Brioch French Toast, Steak & Eggs, Boathouse salad with Grilled Chicken, Boathouse Burger, Grilled Salmon.  Children’s menu also available.

You can add thick cut bacon to any meal for $6

Easter 2025 Carry Out Options:

We’ve highlighted a few options, more available

 

101 East Alex Bell Road Suite 104 C Centerville
Place order by Thursday, April 17th
Pick up Saturday, April 19th, 2025
Meal for 4 $99.00, Meal for 6 $149.00, Meal for 8 $189.00, Meal for 10 $239.00 Meal for 12 $289.00, Meal for 14 $329.00. Meal for 16 $379.00
Menu:
*Quiche (your choice of 1)
-Quiche Lorraine
-Vegetarian Quiche (broccoli, mushrooms, artichoke hearts and sundried tomatoes)
-Broccoli & Sharp Cheddar Quiche
Bourbon Chicken and White Rice, Brown Sugar Ham Slices,Cheesy Scallop Potatoes, Maple Glazed Baby Carrots
Seasoned Green Beans
Add-Ons: Charcuterie Tray: $55.00, Chocolate Crème Pie: $18.00, Coconut Crème Pie: $18.00
Banana Foster Crème Pie: $22.00, 6 Oversized Cinnamon Rolls with Buttercream $20.00
237 Xenia Ave, Yellow Springs
Complete Holiday Dinner:
sliced turkey w/gravy or stuffed mushrooms or ham w/honey mustard sauce
roasted garlic smashed redskin potatoes, fresh broccoli florets, fruit salad, 1/2 dozen rolls w/butter, lemon cream cake.    Serves four $69.99
Bob Evans
various locations

Premium Farmhouse Feast – Packed cold. Just heat, serve & enjoy at home. Serves 8-10. Slow-roasted turkey, hickory-smoked ham, bread & celery dressing, homestyle mashed potatoes with gravy, corn, green beans with ham, cranberry relish, macaroni & cheese, freshly baked rolls, double-crust apple pie, turtle cheesecake pie, and banana nut bread. $ 159.99

Hickory-Smoked Ham Farmhouse Feast – Serves 8 – Just heat, serve & enjoy at home. Serves up to 8. Hickory-smoked ham, house-made bread & celery dressing, homestyle mashed potatoes with gravy, corn, green beans with ham, freshly baked rolls, double-crust apple pie and banana nut bread. $ 119.99

The Honey Baked Ham Co.
101 East Alex-Bell Road, Centerville
5515 Salem Ave, Dayton
HALF BONELESS HAM MEAL – 4 SIDES
Serves Up to 8 – Includes a Half Boneless Ham which is hand-crafted in store with our signature sweet & crunchy glaze, and accompanied by your choice of four of our frozen Heat & Serve Side dishes.
8 LB HAM & TURKEY FEST  from $171.59

A complete meal your friends and family are sure to love! The Honey Baked Ham & Turkey Feasts includes a Bone-in Half Ham (8 lb.) and Turkey Breast (2.95 lb.) – both topped with our signature sweet & crunchy glaze. Meal also includes your choice of four of our frozen Heat & Serve Side Dishes.

 

Rise & Shine with Skyline

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Breakfast Way

Last June Skyline Chili rolled out breakfast at a few of their locations.  Today they’ve announced breakfast is now available from 8am to 10:30am at 20 Ohio locations, including six in the Miami Valley. This offer is available for a limited time only, according to their press release.

Breakfast options include:
  • Breakfast Coney: Sausage link, Skyline chili, egg, mustard, diced onions and shredded cheddar cheese in a steamed bun
  • Breakfast Chilito: Skyline chili, egg, hashbrowns and shredded cheddar cheese in a soft tortilla with a side of chili ranch
  • Breakfast Way: Hash brown coins topped with Skyline chili and shredded cheddar cheese
  • Breakfast Burrito: Sausage or bacon, egg, cheese, hash browns, onions and shredded cheddar cheese in a soft tortilla with a side of chili ranch.

Locations Serving Breakfast in the Dayton Region:

Fairborn
1223 Dayton-Yellow Springs Road
Fairborn, OH 45324

Beavercreek
2805 Centre Dr
Beavercreek, OH 45324

Troy
1775 West Main St
Troy, OH 45373

Huber Heights
7603 Old Troy Pike
Huber Heights, OH 45424

Kettering
2724 Wilmington Pike
Kettering, OH 45419

Miller Lane
6910 Miller Lane
Dayton, OH 45414

 

Available for a limited time only, while supplies last.

An Evening of Poetry with David Matthews

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Don’t miss this chance to see celebrated poet david matthews as he brings his latest collection, Poetry Classics, to life! From intimate reflections to explosive moments of raw energy, matthews will captivate with every word. The night will conclude with a dynamic dialogue/talk back, where you can engage directly with the poet, unraveling the inspirations behind his work and sharing in the creative journey – a truly immersive literary experience!

Downtown Springfield Launches Restaurant Week

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Downtown Springfield restaurants are joining together to create an unforgettable week of special deals, unique menu items, and incredible flavors from April 6-12! Whether you’re craving tacos, sushi, gourmet dining, or a refreshing açaí bowl—there’s something for everyone! Unlike Dayton’s restaurant week, the sixteen participating downtown eateries will each offer their own special promotions that include discounts, free food and special menus.
Organizer Dan Freeman, who with his wife Lisa own La Torte Dolci Bakery, Salato Deli, Crust & Company and Ironworks Waffle Cafe shared that when they moved to Springfield in 2014, the downtown food offerings were pretty slim and together they wanted to work to make Springfield better.  So they started by launching their Italian bakery and when the neighboring business went out they added the deli. They were recruited to open a business in Myers Market (formerly Co-Hatch) and thus the pizza business was born.
Freeman meet monthly with other business owners who all agreed that business was down, and patrons weren’t eating out like they had in the past and they needed to find ways to attract patrons to the core of the city. With just under 20 independently owned food businesses in a concentrated area we knew we could work together, so they decided to create restaurant week with support from Visit Greater Springfield.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner specials will be offered all week at the participating food businesses, based on their operating hours. Please check with each business for their hours and check below for the specials they will be offering! Their are some 3 course dinner options, Po-Boy sandwich options, Birria Tacos and even free chocolate from one of the restaurants.
Here’s the amazing lineup of participating restaurants and their offers:
Serving:
🍳coffee/breakfast
☀️ lunch
🌙 dinner
🌮 All Saints Grill ☀️🌙 (special menu)
🌮Viva La Fiesta Mexican Restaurant- Springfield ☀️🌙(Special Menu)
🔥 Station 1 ☀️ 🌙(FREE add-on topping for Large pizzas)
🥩Charlo’s ☀️ 🌙(Special Menu)
🍔 All Saints Grill ($2 off PoBoy Sandwiches)
🍕 Crust & Company ☀️ 🌙(FREE cheesy breadsticks with ANY NY Large or Detroit style pizza purchase)
🧇 Ironworks Waffle Cafe 🍳 ☀️($1 OFF any Latte)
🍣 Sushi Hikari Moe  ☀️ 🌙(Springfield Heart Platter and Bento Box specials)
☕ Un Mundo Cafe 🍳(FREE 16oz Italian Soda with purchase of gourmet hot dog)
🥂 Mela Urban Bistro ☀️ 🌙(Special Menu)
🍸 Hi-Hat Social  ☀️🌙(Half off first drink)
🍽️ Stella Bleu ☀️ 🌙(Special menu)
🍓 Ble🥩nded • By J 🍳 ☀️ (Special fruit offerings)
🍰 Le Torte Dolci/Salato Deli 🍳(FREE mug with $35 purchase. BBQ Pulled Pork Mac & Cheese or Cubano sandwich $10)
☕ Winans Chocolates + Coffees 🍳 FREE meltaway chocolate with purchase of Strawberry Cupcake Drink)
Don’t miss this chance to support these local independent businesses while enjoying amazing food. Tag your foodie friends, make your reservations and get ready to taste your way through Downtown Springfield!

Arcade Launches Loyalty Card

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If you shop at Arcade between now and May 31st ask one of the four merchants for a loyalty card. Make a $5+ purchase from each participating Arcade retailer, fill your card, turn it in to one of the merchants and you’ll be entered to win one of two $50 Downtown Dollars prizes!
Support local businesses and get rewarded—pick up your punch card at any of these four locations:
The Contemporary Dayton | 25 W. Fourth St.
Gather | 37 W. Fourth St.
Table 33 | 45 W. Fourth St.
6888 Kitchen Incubator | 32 S. Ludlow St.

Bleu Wave Seafood & Pho Announces Soft Opening

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The newest eatery at Fairfield Commons has just announced they will host a soft opening on Wednesday, April 9th. Bleu Wave Seafood & Pho Restaurant says “customers can also enjoy sandwiches, noodles, Seafood, Chicken Wings, Soups and so much more with the tasty and unique flavors of Vietnamese cuisine.” Manager Van says he predicts Pho will be there biggest seller but also knows their seafood will be popular as well. You’ll be able to build your own seafood boil combo, choosing from mussels, crawfish, clams, shrimp, scallops and various assortments of crab, which will come with corn and potatoes.  For the entire menu, click here.

During the soft opening, they will have limited seating and they are still awaiting their liquor license to arrive from the state. Lunch specials like fried catfish, shrimp or wing baskets will be offered Monday – Friday from 11am – 3pm and range from $10-$14.
During the soft opening you’ll get 10% off your bill and a coupon for a free bowl of Vietnamese Noodle Soup(Pho) for your next visit.

Bleu Wave Seafood & Pho 

2733 Fairfield Commons, Unit A
Beavercreek, OH, 45431
937-702-9395
Mon- Thurs Tuesday: 11:00 am – 9:00 pm
Friday: 11:00 am – 10:00 pm
Saturday: 11:00 am – 10:00 pm
Sunday: 11:00 am – 7:00 pm
Dine In or Carry Out

3 New Piada Pockets

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Piada Italian Street Food recently announced the launch of its new Piada Pockets in three crave-worthy flavors: Spinach & Artichoke, Meatball Marinara, and Spicy Sausage. Baked to perfection in Piada’s signature dough and packed with bold Italian flavors, Piada Pockets will be available at all locations.

“Our Piada Pockets capture everything guests love about Italian food—rich flavors, high-quality ingredients, and a warm, satisfying bite—all in a portable format,” said Matt Harding, Chief Concept Officer at Piada Italian Street Food. “Whether you’re craving the classic comfort of meatballs and marinara, the indulgence of creamy spinach and artichoke, or the bold heat of spicy sausage and peppers, there’s a Piada Pocket for every taste.”

Piada Pockets aren’t just delicious—they’re also a way to give back. From March 24th – March 30th, Piada will donate $1 from every Piada Pocket sold to Pelotonia, supporting life-saving cancer research, with a commitment of up to $10,000. Additionally, anyone who orders a Piada Pocket online during this week will be entered to win one of five exciting prizes, including a $500 Piada gift card + an exclusive influencer pack or one of four $100 gift cards.

“Our goal was to take our signature Piada dough and create something truly irresistible,” said Dawn McClung, Research and Development Chef at Piada Italian Street Food. “After three years in the making, these pockets are a perfect balance of crisp, golden-baked dough and indulgent, high-quality fillings. They’re easy to eat on the go, but still bring that comforting, made-from-scratch Italian experience.”

Piada Pockets will be available at all Piada Italian Street Food locations nationwide. For more information and to order, visit mypiada.com or download the Piada One app.

Piada Italian Street Food
1047 Miamisburg-Centerville Rd
Dayton, OH 45459

4397 Far Hills Ave
Kettering, OH 45429

3286-B Pentagon Blvd
Beavercreek, OH 45431