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Bunbury Reveals Lineup for June 2-4 Music Festival

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The three-day Bunbury Music Festival held in downtown Cincinnati at Sawyer Point and Yeatman’s Cove June 2-4 has just announced the lineup for 2017.

Looking to attract more millenials Bunbury’s sixth year includes more rap, hip hop and EDM acts.  Headliners this year include Muse, Wiz Khalifa, G-Eazy, Bassnectar and Pretty Lights.

Wiz Khalifa

Also set to preform are : The 1975, Thirty Seconds to Mars, Death Cab for Cutie, The Shins, AFI, Jon Bellion, D.R.A.M., Flogging Molly, MUTEMATH, Tech N9ne, Watsky, Mike Stud, Moon Taxi, Reverend Horton Heat, NF, Hayley Kiyoko, Kevin Garrett, Protoje, Eden, Cobi, Arkells, Civil Twilight, CVBZ, San Fermin, July Talk, VHS Collection, Dreamers, Frenship, Charlie Hirsch, White Reaper, CAAMP, Time Cat, The Upset Victory, Liberty Deep Down, Flying Underground and Current Events.

Pretty Lights

Gone this year is the expensive cash-free system that was introduced last year, as fans feedback really bashed the concept.  This festival drew about 43,000 last year, down from the 2016 crowd of 54,000.  Capacity for the event is 60,000

Three-day general admission tickets for the festival are $179, while three-day VIP passes are $399. Both are on sale on Ticketmaster’s website now.

Oscar Nominations Are Out And Dayton Is Represented

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This morning at 8:18 am the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced the nominees for the 89th annual Academy Awards.

LA LA Land leads the pack with the most nominations- 14 tying the record set by All About Eve in 1950 and Titanic in 1997.  The Miami Valley connection to this movie is John Legend, who served as an Executive Producer as well as an actor in the film.

Neon Manager Jonathan McNeal predicted the success of LA LA Land in his report from the Toronto International Film Festival this past Sept right here on MostMetro:

This splashy, colorful, song-and-dance musical harkens memories of a bygone era of the Hollywood studio system.  But even more, its influence is from one of my favorite musical directors – Jacques Demy.  The opening scene, shot on an L.A. highway, will blow your mind and immediately had me scribble YOUNG GIRLS OF ROCHEFORT in my notes.  Starring Emma Stone (who will clearly be nominated for an Oscar) and Ryan Gosling, this film had me on my feet immediately as the “The End” appeared on screen.  For the rest of the night, melodies swirled in my head and merely walking down the street was accompanied by the film’s infectious score.  I can’t wait to obtain the soundtrack and see the film again! 

Another Oscar nominated film with a Dayton connection is Moonlight.  Nominated for Best Picture, Best Director, Best Screenplay,Best Supporting Actor and Actress and Best Cinematography,this film  chronicles the life of a young black man from childhood to adulthood as he struggles to find his place in the world while growing up in a rough neighborhood of Miami.

 

Centerville native Hannah Beachler, who was a Wright State graduate served as the Production Designer for Moonlight. As reported by Refinery 29, the 46-year-old mother of one spends her days mood-boarding whimsical worlds, decorating imaginary homes, offices, and neighborhoods, and working with the director as well as set dressers, hair, makeup, and costume departments to achieve just the right vibes for each story. “Everything you’re seeing on screen is the production designer, outside of the camera work and lighting,” she explains. “I’m basically the architect of a movie’s visuals.”

To see the full list of all nominees click here.

The 2017 Academy Awards will be hosted by Jimmy Kimmel and take place at the Dolby Theatre at Hollywood & Highland Center in Hollywood. ABC will broadcast the show live on Sunday, Feb. 26, starting at 7:30 pm. Look for local watch parties at The Neon, Little Art Theatre as well as The Plaza Theater in Miamisburg.

 

It’s Restaurant Week in the Miami Valley

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Look back at the first restaurant week promotion!

I have a particular fondness for Restaurant Week, as it was my baby when I was president of the Miami Valley Restaurant Association in 2005.  When we started it, it was a struggle to get restaurants to sign on.  The 3 course meal deal was offered by $20.05, to reflect the year.

The first year I think we had about a dozen restaurants when we kicked  off the promotion and we got up to 29 by the actual week of the promotion.   We asked the eateries to donate $1 of each meal to charity, a component that is not a part of most restaurant weeks around the country, but I really believed that this would help the public embrace this promotion.

Our first charity partner was The Food Bank with our slogan being “when you eat, they eat.” We strategically picked January, as that is one of the slowest months for restaurants and even though the restaurants signed up, many of them were skeptical about the event.  But the residents of the Miami Valley embraced the promo right away.   And then the restaurateurs started to believe, “I have never seen anything like it,” said Josef Reif, owner of l’Auberge, in Kettering. The phone started ringing last Friday and by noon Saturday all spaces in both dining rooms were reserved for the entire week.”  Then restaurant critic for the Dayton Daily News  Ann Heller interviewed local owners and one Oregon District eatery said  business tripled overnight.

Now a dozen years later, the promotion is still going strong and while the price goes up a penny each year, a 3 course meal for $20.17 is still a great deal. It originally ran just Sun – Friday, but now Restaurant Week runs Sunday – Sunday, Jan 22- 29th, giving you even more chances to dine out.   The program has changed a little as well, with restaurants now having the option to offer meals for $25.17, $30.17 and $35.17 as well and places like Park City Club and Roost offer options at all price points. Other eateries offer deals for 2 like Chappy’s Tap Room & Grille 2 dine for $35.17 offer or Kabuki’s sushi dinner for 2 for $35.17.  Some restaurants offer 4 courses like Wheat Penny and The Melting Pot.  Many more will pair beer and wine specials at discounted prices.

I tend to use restaurant week to visit newer restaurants and this year that includes Caramella’s Italian Kitchen, Ellie’s Restaurant and Bakery at Mills Park Hotel, Smiths Boathouse, Wandering Griffin and Zink’s Prime Meats and Fine Wines

 

You can view all the menus here.
The other thing to be aware of is that many of the restaurants participating are not open every day of restaurant week.  Be aware of the restaurant’s hours, some open days that aren’t usually open and some are closed on Sunday & Monday.

Here are our suggestions to get the most out of Restaurant Week:

 

1. Reserve Early

Popular Restaurant Week choices will be booked up quickly, so the sooner you get on the phone to make your reservations, the better. Reservations for dinner early in the week (Monday – Wednesday) tend to be easier to get than Friday and Saturday. Some of the more casual restaurants don’t take reservations, so arriving before or after the dinner rush will minimize your wait.

The options from elé Cake Co. Bistro & Wine Bar

2. Manage Your Expectations

It is Restaurant Week and most restaurants offer fairly limited choices on the Restaurant Week menu, so if you’re a very picky eater, it might not be the best option for you. Menu’s are predetermined for price, volume and ease of service, so don’t be surprised if substitutions aren’t possible. Frequently, the Restaurant Week menu won’t include a restaurant’s “signature” dishes, but you can often order them a la carte if you’d really like to give them a try. Some menu’s may actually differ from what’s listed here, due to product availability.

3. Understand the Price

The $20.17 – 35.17 prix-fixe meal doesn’t include beverages, tip or tax. Beverages can add up quickly, so if you’re concerned about your budget, ask about prices before you order. On the other hand, since your meal is discounted, this might be the best time to splurge on a bottle of wine. Many restaurants offer multiple price points options, so you can decide how much to spend.

4. Vegetarians Beware

Some of the menu’s don’t offer a lot of options for you, but you’re probably not surprised by that. On the other hand places like Christopher’s and Meadowlark always offer creative and tasty options.

Caribbean Chicken Tacos from El Meson

 

5. Tip Your Server Well

Just because you’re getting a discount on your dinner doesn’t mean that the waiter or waitress is getting a break on their rent this month, so tip generously if you get good service. And as a former waitress, let me remind you 20% is the baseline for good service these days.

 

And don’t worry if you can’t get to all the participating places, there’s always Summer Restaurant Week July 23 – 30th.

Jungle Jim’s Big Cheese Festival Returns!

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Join fellow queso connoisseurs and fromage fanatics at Jungle Jim’s in Fairfield on Sat & Sun, Feb 11 & 12,  where the Oscar Event Center will open its doors to fulfill some of your wildest, cheesiest dreams. Everything you loved about the past Big Cheese Festivals will be on display, but they’re not content to just rest on their laurels. Expect things to be bigger, bolder, and tastier than ever as they scour the globe to bring you the coolest Camembert, tastiest Taleggio, and decadent Double Gloucester we can find. In addition to all of the amazing cheeses they’ll have for you to sample, they’ll also have a variety of meats, olives, and other appealing appetizers, as well as fabulous beers and wines to make this an intense, indulgent cheese experience!

 

All You Need is Cheese!

Experience a world of cheese featuring 40+ booths from over 80 companies, sharing their goods across a range of styles and flavors. They’ll have local, artisan, and international cheeses as well as charcuterie and more, all under one roof!

Life is Great But Cheese Makes it Better

Cheese is good when served alone, but you will excite your taste buds even more with the delectable selection of meats, olives, breads, and a variety of condiments including spreads, jams, and fruits they’ll have throughout. So be on the lookout for a variety of food booths amongst the tables of cheese.

Where There’s Wine, There’s a Whey!

Nothing goes better with cheese than a cold beer or glass of wine – the flavors are enhanced when they’re paired together. There will be multiple stations throughout the festival, all placed by region so finding the perfect pair will be easy as possible. Wine and beer will be available for purchase at the event by the glass, or get a VIP or drinking wristband and enjoy samples throughout the day.

Here’s a quick look at the first cheese festival held in 2014, it’s grown a lot since then.

Say Cheese!

This is a family friendly show, with exciting things planned for all ages! There will be lively music to complement the experience, and there will be several entertaining photo opportunities available throughout the day. Be sure to vote for some of your favorite cheeses, as well. You can help crown Best in Show or, if you’re up to the task, the Stinkiest Cheese! This show is bursting with all types of fun to see, try, and experience.

To Go:

Sat, Feb 11th & Sun, Feb 12tth  Noon – 5pm
The Oscar Event Center at Jungle Jim’s International Market
5440 Dixie Highway
Fairfield, OH 45014

Tickets:

VIP Early Admission $30
Gen Admission $10 advance $12 at door
Child $1 advance $2 at door

Kids under 5 are free
Buy tickets online here
*In the case of a sellout tickets will not be available at the door.

Directions from Dayton

Take I-75 South
Merge I-275 West – To Indianapolis
Exit #41 toward Hamilton/Fairfield
Drive north 3.8 miles on Route 4/Dixie Highway
Turn right onto Jungle Jim Drive

The Century Bar Named Midwest’s best-kept boozy secret

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The Tasting Table just released their top 8 list of Whiskey Businesses in America and our own beloved C Bar made the list.   Here’s how the story goes”

There’s something so perfect about a simple glass of whiskey. The amber-tinted spirit has charmed generations of drinkers across the globe, from Ireland to Scotland to Japan and, of course, the United States.

 

This winter, steal away to one of these eight whiskey emporiums and indulge in a dram (or two or three . . .) of the best darn booze the world has to offer.

Read about the others here

⑦ The Century Bar

Dayton, OH

OK, OK, we know what you’re thinking. Dayton? As in Ohio?? But trust us, you’re going to want to check your doubts at the door when it comes to this world-class whiskey joint. As the Midwest’s best-kept boozy secret, this distillery-turned-saloon has been charming those in the know since 1862. Today, Century’s historic back bar is a testament to American spirits, with stained glass skylights; a long, gleaming copper-topped bar; and a handful of bourbon barrels repurposed into tables and stained to match the exact hue of Maker’s 46. The dedicated folks behind the bar are known to put on a slew of themed tastings, brand-specific events and educational classes throughout the month, attracting locals and thirsty out-of-towners alike. Start packing your bags, whiskey fans, because this is one tavern well worth the trip.

Of course this is just one of many accolades the bar has received since going morphing into a bourbon bar under the tutelage of Joe Head.  The Bourbon Review has named The Century Bar to their Top Bourbon Bars multiple years,  Men’s Journal  named it as one of The 10 Best Bourbon Bars in America  and Travel and Leisure included The Century in their round up of the  “Best Whisky Bars in America.” 

Who’s Camping Out For Free Chick-fil-A?

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Nearly every week a new Chick-fil-A restaurant opens somewhere across the country. They celebrate each grand opening with the new communities we are joining. It’s all part of the signature First 100® event: a tradition that dates back to 2003 with an overnight parking lot campout that begins the day before the restaurant opening and, come daylight, rewards the first 100 customers with the ultimate prize of free Chick-fil-A meals for a year.  A digital offer card loaded with a one-year supply of free Chick-fil-A Meals — 52 meals consisting of a Chick-fil-A Chicken Sandwich, medium waffle fries and a medium beverage — will be given to each of the first 100 eligible adults, ages 18 and older.

52 weeks of this meal for the first 100

So Dayton residents get your tents ready, you can  start your camp out as early as 6am Wednesday,  as two new Chick-fil-A restaurants are opening this Thursday.

Kettering

Opening: January 19, 2017

480 e. Stroop Road
Kettering , OH   45429

Chick-fil-A Operator Matt Eller is excited to serve the Kettering, Ohio Community soon! Residents from surrounding zip codes are welcome to come and be a part of the opening celebration and participate in the First 100. A valid ID is required to participate. If your ID does not reflect your current zip code, please visit the  FAQs to see a list of acceptable documents to verify your current residence.

Chick-fil-A serves up breakfast as well.

 

Troy

Opening: January 19, 2017

1910 W. Main St.
Troy , OH   45373

Chick-fil-A Operator Doug Knostman is excited to serve the Troy Community soon! As a part of his welcome to you, he’s inviting residents from area zip codes to come and be a part of the opening celebration and participate in the First 100.

Inaugural Electronic Dayton Music Festival Comes To Middletown

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This July 14th and 15th a new Electronic Dayton Music Festival will be held in Middletown, OH at Land of Illusion. The festival will feature 23+ international, national, and regional DJ’s performing on 2 stages. Each stage will be connected through live social media streaming. In addition to just music, there will be an interactive vendor area where attendees can be creative and share images or videos at the festival with various organizations offering decorative art, banners, body art, and specialty clothing.

Stay tuned for future announcements about the line up.  Ticket prices start at $60 for a one day pass to $120 for a 2 day general admission pass or $400 for a vip pass, which includes VIP parking pass, reserved viewing area, food, drink, VIP bathrooms, VIP lounge area and observation deck for main stage.   On site camping and parking is available for additional fees.

 

 

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Where’s The Fish Fry? DMM’s 2017 Fish Fry Guide

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When it comes to fish fry, Dayton doesn’t mess around.  You may not be able to predict the weather in the winter, but we can sure predict that Friday’s mean fried fish, draft beer, raffles and gambling from Jan – April.

Over the past several years, the popularity of fish fries has grown tremendously, schools, club and athletic leagues have joined the trend and Saturday’s are often on the schedule now, too!

At a typical  fish fry, you’ll be able to eat fish and chips, enjoy a few beers, bid on some amazing silent auction items, and play some black jack. Some are adults only, some are family friendly and most will even do takeout.  The cost is around $15 per fish fry, which is much cheaper than a night out on the town…plus you can say you are eating, drinking, shopping, and gambling for the kids!

Here’s our annual guide. If you know about others, please feel free to add them in the comments section.

Friday, Jan 13

Our Lady of the Rosary Church   5:30 pm – 10:00 pm

VOTED DAYTON’S BEST FISH FRY! All you can eat Icelandic cod, chicken strips, fresh sausage (hot & regular), french fries,…

Holy Angels Catholic Church   6:00 pm – 11:00 pm  $15
includes food, beverages, games, raffle & fun!

Friday, Jan 20

St. Albert the Great   7:00 pm – 11:59 pm  $15 advance $20 door
The Silent Auction is our biggest money-maker.

Saturday, Jan 21

The 7th Annual Brick City Blast Fish Fry and Monte Carlo Night  at St Peter  6:00 pm – 11:00 pm   $12

Fried fish, Swedish Meatballs, Hot Dogs, Mashed Potatoes, Cole Slaw, Unlimited beverages (Beer, Pop) also included. Poker, Showdown, Chuck A Luck, and more!

Saturday, Jan 28

St. Christopher Church  6:00 pm – 11:00 pm   $15

Enjoy All you can eat fish by the Corpus Christi Fryers, Games of Chance, Raffle, Auction and much more!

St. Helen Catholic Church  6:30 pm   $20

Riverside’s best fish fry.   $20 at the door includes pop, beer tickets and full fish dinner.

Friday, Feb 3

 

St. Henry, Our Lady of Good Hope, Bishop Leibold School Monte Carlo & Fish Fry

at St. Henry Catholic Church 7:00 am – 11:59 pm

Enjoy all you can eat fish, Auction, Texas Hold ‘Em and much more!   21 and over
Eintracht Singing Society 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm  $14
Baked & Fried Cod, French Fries, Baked Beans, Sausage, Pasta Salad, Cold Slaw.  Soda & Draft Beer Included
St. Mary Catholic Church  6:00 pm – 10:30 pm   $15
All you can eat dinner in the basement of the church.  There is a fun circus atmosphere for the raffle prizes and of course the casino games.

Saturday, Feb 4

Fairborn Lions Club & Fish Fry Fun Night  6-10pm  $13 advance $15 door
All you can eat, limited beer, Melody Cold slaw, entertainment and a lot of fun.

Friday, Feb 10

Our Lady of the Rosary Church   6:00 pm    $17
VOTED DAYTON’S BEST FISH FRY!   All you can eat Icelandic cod, chicken strips, fresh sausage (hot and regular), French fries, salad, cole slaw, cabbage and noodles, chocolate cake, apple crisp, popcorn, beer and soft drinks.

Saturday, Feb 11

Huber Heights Rotary Fish Fry/ Monte Carlo

Huber Heights Athletic Center 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm $12 advance – $15 door

Come join the club with good food and drink. Raffles, door prizes, cards, instants and monte carlo games will be available for your entertainment.

Friday, Feb 24

Alter Fish FryAlter High School 7:00 pm – 11:55 pm  $13 advance $15 door

 Come and enjoy all you can eat fish and trimmings, traditional beverages, a silent auction, adult games, Texas Hold ‘Em Tournament, friends and FUN! Must be 21 to attend

St. Anthony Fish Fry6:00 pm – 11:00 pm  $13 advance – $15 door

Enjoy a delicious fish dinner, have a beer, play monte carlo games, and take a chance on raffles. The Corp


Saturday, Feb 25

Saint Peter Fish Fry   5:30 pm – 11:00 pm   $10 – $15

All you can eat fish, sausage, fries, coleslaw, wings, baked beans, and beer/soda

Friday, March 3

Eintracht Fish Fry Friday – All You Care To Eat

 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm $14

 Baked & Fried Cod, French Fries, Baked Beans, Sausage, Pasta Salad, Cold Slaw.  Soda & Draft Beer Included

Partners Fish ‘N Chips Fish Fry

Huber Heights Athletic Center 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm   $15 – $20

Many of our guests tell us it’s the best fish dinner in town and we agree!

 

Fenwick Fish Fry & Monte Carlo  Bishop Fenwick High School   6:00 pm – 11:00 pm

The Athletic Department and Athletic Association will host the 4th annual Fish Fry & Monte Carlo event at Bishop Fenwick

 

St. Francis of Assisi Roman Catholic Church    5:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Enjoy Fish prepared by the Hecht Family, French Fries, Slaw, Baked Beans, Applesauce and more.

 

St. Luke the Evangelist   5:15 pm – 6:45 pm  $10 adults $5 kids
This one is run by the school and is a delicious dinner, not all you can eat.  You are offered baked and fried fish, slaw and fries.  They have one of the biggest dessert selections we had run into.  Plenty of soda available.  This is a FAMILY fish fry, so no beer or alcohol is served.

Saturday, March 4

OUR LADY of GRACE/OUR LADY of MERCY/CORPUS CHRISTI FISH FRY     6:00 pm

Just $15 gets you  Fish Fries Sausage, Cole Slaw, Baked Beans, and Beer included!

 

Holy Trinity Catholic Church   6:30 pm    $15
Points for the friendliest staff of volunteers and parishioners.  You get 3 beer tickets and food.  The lines are not long, and the casino games in the adjacent room are a blast.

Friday, March 10

Carroll St. Pat’s Fest Fish Fry7:00 pm – 11:00 pm  $15 advance $18 door

The Carroll St. Pat’s Fest, presented by the Carroll High School Alumni Association, Patriot Booster Club and Carrolleer Band Parents, includes Baked & Fried Icelandic Cod; red beans & rice; popcorn; drink tickets for beer, wine, soda, and bottled water; and lots of delicious sides…

INCARNATION PARISH FISH FRY    Incarnation Catholic Church  @ 7:00 pm

Known simply as “The Fry,” This event has tents, and it has the biggest craft beer selection of all the fish fries.

 

Friday, March 17

St. Charles Borromeo Parish  4:30 pm – 10:00 pm

Kid friendly until 6pm.  This fish fry gives you a chance to bring the whole family from 4:30pm -6pm, after that it’s 21 and up

Saturday, March 18

CJ Fish Fry  Chaminade Julienne Catholic High School  6:00 pm – 11:00 pm   $15 advance – $20 door

Games at 7:00 p.m. Enjoy an evening at CJ with a great Fish Fry, Games, Silent auction.  21 and over

Friday, March 24

St Brigid Fish Fry   St. Brigid Catholic School & Church   6:00 pm   $15

Fish, Fries, Coleslaw, Beer and Soft Drinks as well as games: Black Jack, Texas Hold’em, Horse Races, Beat the Dealer,  Instant Bingo and more!

Friday, March 31

Dayton Rugby Club Fish Fry     Huber Heights Athletic Center    at 7pm
Chef David Glynn has turned this into a fantastic event with his volunteers.

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Friday, April 7

Eintracht Fish Fry Friday – All You Care To Eat 

 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm $14

 Baked & Fried Cod, French Fries, Baked Beans, Sausage, Pasta Salad, Cold Slaw.  Soda & Draft Beer Included

 

RIP Menehune Tiki Bus

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It was one of the most anticipated entries into the food truck scene last summer, and we were excited to document Owner Danny Webb’s journey with getting the Menehune Tiki Bus on the road last May. But the tiki gods seemed to have cursed the Menehune Tiki Bus, as it lead a cursed life, with multiple delays in getting it up and operational.   It finally launched last June,  then had to cancel multiple events as they’d get one problem fixed and another would pop up.  Propane, generator and air conditioning issues all seemed to plague the bus, but when it was operational, it was a huge hit with the crowds.

Back in August Danny  posted this about an accident he had in the double decker bus:

While driving it to Greenville this morning to deliver it to my mechanic for some minor work, while in a driving rain, a deer ran out in front of me. I swerved to avoid hitting it and lost control of the bus. I ran off of the road, nearly hitting a power pole and wound up in a bean field about 100 feet off of the road. During the process, the bus ran over a berm in the ditch and actually got some air time. Before coming to a stop in the beans the bus nearly rolled over. The bus sustained severe body damage on the lower level but is mostly confined to fiberglass and diamond plate panels which are easily repairable. However, because of the rough ride that it took, frame damage is possible. Plus, the three window posts on the front upper level all broke so there must have been some major league twisting of the frame. I’m lucky that it didn’t roll and that I didn’t get injured other than a little neck strain. I’m not sure what this means for the future of the Menehune Tiki Bus, just yet. We’ll let the mechanics and the insurance company sort it out for now. Mahalo nui loa! Thank you very much!

Earlier this week he posted this update, announcing the demise of  the Tiki Food Truck:

The Menehune Tiki Bus is no more. After nearly five months following the accident, the bus has been totaled by the insurance company and we have received our settlement check. The bus has been purchased for parting out by my mechanic in Greenville. Food truck people interested in new, barely used kitchen equipment can contact me by personal message and I’ll give you the contact info. Karen and I have been on an emotional roller coaster since the accident, trying to decide if we want to procure another bus and try again. At our ages, I don’t think that we are up for another 1 year + adventure of this type. We are simply going to pay our bills, cut our losses, lick our wounds and move on. Besides, I believe that the Tiki Gods don’t want us in this business! We are very appreciative of the enthusiasm and support that we have received from community over the past 1 1/2 years. Mahalo Nui Loa!

Thanks to Danny and Karen for sharing their journey with us so honestly through their facebook page and good luck on the next chapter of your journey.

 

Link Bike Share & MVRPC sponsored RIDESHARE offer Alternatives During RTA Strike

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 24-Hour Passes Offered by Link For $2 During Strike

Link: Dayton Bike Share will continue normal operations during the strike at Greater Dayton RTA. All stations will remain open and customers can call 937-496-3825 if they experience any issues with stations or bikes.

Link is also offering 24-Hour Passes for $2 at all kiosks. No special code is needed to take advantage of the price. “We realize the strike is affecting many people,” says Executive Director of Bike Miami Valley Laura Estandia. “While our bikes are not intended for use outside of the station network, we can at least help ease the burden on those who need to travel within downtown.” Link will offer the price until the strike is over.

Link is a bike sharing program that offers various membership types that give users unlimited 30 minute trips during the membership period. Any trip over 30 minutes earns a $3 charge per half hour the bike is out of a dock. Users can pick up bikes and return them to any station in the 27 station network. Download the B-Cycle app in the app store and select Link: Dayton Bike Share to see all available docks and bikes in real-time or visit our station map at linkdayton.org.

 

FREE Rideshare Program Offers Transportation

The Miami Valley Regional Planning Commission (MVRPC) wants to remind commuters that ridesharing is an option for those who normally rely on the Greater Dayton Regional Transit Authority to get to their destination.  MVRPC sponsors the RIDESHARE Program and it’s FREE to anyone who lives, works or attends college in Montgomery, Greene, Miami, Preble, Darke and Clinton Counties.  For more information, visit www.MiamiValleyRideshare.org or call the RIDESHARE hotline at 937.223.SAVE or 1.800.743.SAVE.

“You don’t need to have a car to participate in the program. You could be matched with others who do have cars and who would be willing to share the ride,” explained MVRPC’s Executive Director, Brian O. Martin, AICP.

When a participant registers for RIDESHARE, the matching software will try to link the applicant with others who live near them and work/attend college near them.  A match list of people who have similar schedules and destinations will be generated and the applicant can call them and make arrangements to form a carpool or vanpool.

We are also looking for motorists who are not currently in our database that are willing to assist GDRTA patrons through this crisis.  If you are interested in learning how you can help, call the RIDESHARE hotline at 937.223.SAVE or 1.800.743.SAVE.

Established in 1964, the Miami Valley Regional Planning Commission promotes collaboration among communities, stakeholders, and residents to advance regional priorities.  MVRPC is a forum and resource where the Board of Directors identifies priorities and develops public policy and collaborative strategies to improve quality of life throughout the Miami Valley Region.  MVRPC performs various regional planning activities, including air quality, water quality, transportation, land use, research and GIS.  As the designated Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO), MVRPC is responsible for transportation planning in Greene, Miami and Montgomery Counties and parts of northern Warren County. MVRPC’s areawide water quality planning designation encompasses five (5) counties: Darke, Preble plus the three MPO counties.

For additional information, contact Laura Henry, MVRPC’s Marketing & Public Outreach Associate, via the RIDESHARE hotline at 937.223.SAVE or 1.800.743.SAVE.

Pink Floyd Immersion World Tour Returns To The Rose

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The hotly anticipated rock event of the year returns to Rose Music Center on Friday, May 19th! Brit Floyd will bring the music of Pink Floyd to life once again with its lavish new stage show, ‘Immersion World Tour 2017’. The spectacle of a Pink Floyd concert experience is truly recaptured in high-definition sound, and with a stunning million dollar light show and state of the art video design.
As well as performing the favourite moments from The Dark Side of the Moon, Wish You Were Here, The Wall and The Division Bell, Brit Floyd will also pay special tribute to the Animals album, in its 40th anniversary year, with a show stopping rendition of ‘Dogs’, as well as a host of other Pink Floyd musical gems.

The Brit Floyd show has truly become a phenomenon, widely regarded as the world’s greatest live tribute to Pink Floyd. Faithfully recreating the scale and pomp of the final 1994 Division Bell tour, complete with circle screen and multiple moving light design, lasers, inflatables and theatrics, a Brit Floyd show really is as close as fans will ever get to experiencing the magnificence of a Pink Floyd show live.

More than a tribute, it’s as good as they say. Believe the hype and don’t miss it! The new ‘Immersion’ show promises to be Brit Floyd’s most ambitious and best production yet.
Tickets for the Huber Heights show, $49.00*, $40.00*, $36.00*, and $23.50* will go on sale to the public beginning 11:00am on Friday, January 13th at www.Ticketmaster.com, www.Rosemusiccenter.com, and all Ticketmaster outlets.  Charge by phone at 1.800.745.3000. *Ticket prices include parking and are subject to applicable Ticketmaster fees.

Nibbles Newest Menu Features Italian Food

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Chef Maria at Nibbles  has just released Menu 14, which is a return to one of their most popular themes: Italian food!
Old favorites are joined by debut dishes such as a classic Osso Buco. Our beautiful Faroe Island Salmon (pictured here on the cover of Dayton Magazine) makes an appearance, and by popular customer demand  the Prime Filet Mignon will now be a permanent fixture!
And even more exciting, Nibbles will now be open an additional night:  Wed & Thurs 5 – 9pm  and Fri & Sat  5-10pm.  With only 35 seats, reservations are definitely suggested at this charming eatery located at 105 S. Second Street in downtown Miamisburg.  You can call 937-802-0891 or reserve on their website.

Not Entrées  

Creamy Mushroom Bisque–7 gf
fresh mushrooms, cream, onion, and herbs
GrilledOctopus–11 gf
Andouille, fingerling potatoes, fennel, zucchini, grilled lemon
Lamb Lollipops–18 gf
New Zealand rack-of-lambwith garlic aioli-pistachios-fennel fronds
Veal Ricotta Meatball–8
 tender braised veal and herbs with house-made ragú topped with shaved parmesan and served with crusty bread
Deconstructed Bruschetta–10
goat cheese béchamel topped with herbed oven roasted tomatoes, onion, garlicserved with crispy flatbreads
Mango Ceviché–12gf
scallops, shrimp, fresh mango, jalapeño, lime
Crazy-Good Foie Gras Grilled Cheese–16
foie gras, bacon, and sun-dried tomato spread in a toasted cheese sandwich artisan bread and melted fontina,served with house-made potato chips
Watercress Salad–8
with roasted beets, fresh orange, goat cheese crumbles pistachios, orange-balsamic vinaigrette

Entrées

Pasta Puttanesca–19 gf
house made fresh pasta ribbonsin a sauce of Kalamata olives, garlic, capers,tomato, crushed red pepper, with shaved parmesan and herbs
Volcano Pork Shank–24
crispy pork shank with charred ratatouille sherry vinegar demi-gláce
Osso Buco–34
cross-cut veal, slow-braised and served over rosemary polenta with cipollini onions, duck fat-roasted carrots, gremolata
Seared Salmon–25 gf
Faroe Island salmon over wilted spinach and caramelized onions topped with roasted tomato and olive tapenade (pictured right)
Prime Filet Mignon–34 gf
filet of beef tenderloin, with caramelized tomato-balsamic glaze with potato puree, haricot vert
with herbed butte

Desserts

Budino Di Cioccolato–8 gf
creamy bittersweet chocolate, Bourbon, pinch of cayenne, whipped cream (pictured right)
Limoncello Cheesecake –9
graham cracker crust, candied lemon peel,whipped cream
Pumpkin Maple Spiced Custard –8 gf
creamy Mascarpone blended with roasted pumpkin, real maple syrup, and spices

Sides–5 ea

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potato purée–grilled ratatouille–haricot vert with herbed butter

Pasha Grill Now Delivers!

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Pasha Grill located at 52 Plum Street at The Greene has just started a delivery service for their authentic Turkish Cuisine. When asking owner Alex Saki what inspired him to start this, he shared, “in most big cities that have this service.  Dayton didn’t, so we’re going to try to do this ourselves.”  At this time they are delivering in a 5 mile radius of their restaurant and it’s a $5 delivery fee and a minimum order of $25.  You can get delivery during the day or evening, but lunch specials are not available for delivery at this time. Just go to the website, click on the online button on the bottom of the home page and there is an app that shows you the menu with pictures and it totals your order and allows you to put in any special instructions.

Turkish food is considered to be at crossroads between Far East and Mediterranean which translates to a robust selection of dishes that combine grilled meats, seafood, dairy, vegetables and grains at its very core.  As you would expect they serve traditional kebabs made with lamb, beef, chicken,  and lots fish and shrimp entrees ranging in price from $14-29.  House specials include mousakka, an okra stew with lamb and a beef saute.

Not familiar with their menu?  Check  out a few of my favorites:

 

Yaprak Dolmaso – Stuffed Grape Leaves stuffed with rice, pine nuts, currents and flavorful hers.

 

 

 

 

Babganush – smoked eggplant puree flavored with tahini, olive oil and garlic

 

 

 

Lamb Chops– delicately marinate and char-grilled and topped with oregano leaves

 

 

 

 

Mixed Grill Kebab – gives you half portions of chicken, diner, adana and shish kebab


Pasha Grill Hours:

Monday – Thursday 11:00am – 10:00pm
Friday & Saturday 11:00am – 11:00pm
Sunday 11:00am – 9:00pm

 

Girl Scout Cookie Season Is Here!

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Today is the official start of the 100th season of Girl Scouts selling cookies.  According to Sylvia Acevedo, interim CEO of Girl Scouts of the USA. “The Girl Scout Cookie Program has long been the engine that powers Girl Scouts on every level. Each box of delicious Girl Scout Cookies®, and the entrepreneurial skills gained by participating in the Girl Scout Cookie Program, helps girls fulfill their dreams, follow their passions, take the lead in their lives and communities, and change the world.”

Today, nearly 1 million Girl Scouts participate in the Girl Scout Cookie Program, generating nearly $800 million in cookie sales during the average season. All of the net revenue raised through the Girl Scout Cookie Program—100 percent of it— stays with the local council and troops. With over 50 million households purchasing cookies every season, the irresistible treats can be found nationwide and will hold a beloved place in Americana for years to come, continuing to help girls take the lead and, ultimately, change the world.

This year there are eight varieties of cookies are offered this year: Thin Mints, Samoas, Tagalongs, Trefoils, Do-Si-Dos, Savannah Smiles, gluten-free Toffe-tastic, and our brand new Girl Scout S’mores.

Girl Scout Cookies are $4 per box, except the Toffee-tastic and new Girl Scout S’mores cookie varieties which are $5.  Cookie delivery is  Feb 24 – March 2  and booth sales start March 3.

 

Here’s a story I’ve share every year during cookie season:

I admit I was a girl scout. And for those of you who know me, it will come as no surprise that I was determined to sell more cookies than any of the other girls. I went up and down my street, knocking on doors for orders. I called all my relatives and perfected my telemarketing skills. I asked my dad to get his co-workers to buy from me. And he said NO! But he did offer to take me to work so I could ask for the order. I worked hard and sold hundreds of boxes and was sure I’d win the Cookie title.

Well as it turns out, I didn’t. Some little girl named Susie did. She lived down the street from me and I never saw her ask any of our neighbors to buy cookies. I assked her how she did it and she said it was easy-her mom and dad got all the orders for her. I was mad and didn’t think it was fair and complained to my dad about it. He told me life wasn’t fair, never would be, but that I’d really won, and I’d appreciate it some day when I realized that I had gotten much more out of it than Susie had. Not what a 9 year old girl wants to hear. So I’m sure I sulked around for a while, until something else captured my attention.

But now many years later, I get it. My dad was right- I had won! I’d learned how to set a goal, prospect customers, perfect my sales pitch, work on my organizational skills, plan the logistics of delivery, handle money, make change and enjoy quite a few cookies, too!

And that’s why I implore you to only buy cookies from Girl Scouts. I know there are many well intentioned parents that want to help their daughters, and help support the troops so they can put on all the programs they have scheduled; but please help them by letting them sell!

Now with the Internet and rise of ecommerce, girls scouts are using the power of technology to expand their sales channels. Last year I got email solicitations, skype sales calls and still ran into a few girl scouts in front of stores.

And I still pledge to buy cookies from any girl scout who asks.  The Girl Scout Cookie Program®, helps girls learn the essential skills they need to become effective leaders, manage finances, and gain self-sufficiency and confidence in handling money.

In a recent study by the Girl Scouts Heart of the South, they documented skills the Girl Scout Cookie Program teaches, which girls can apply to everyday life:

  • 85% increased their money management skills as they developed budgets, took cookie orders and handled customers’ money.
  • 83% developed business ethics, learning to fulfill promises to customers and considering how best to contribute to their communities with their earnings.
  • 80% set goals and created objectives to reach them.
  • 77% made important decisions, learning to work as a team to develop a business plan, deciding when and where to sell cookies, and determining what to do with the money they earn.
  • 75% developed people skills, learning to talk to, listen to and work with different kinds of people.

Many successful businesswomen and community leaders say they got their start selling Girl Scout Cookies. So when your local Girl Scouts come calling with this year’s best-selling cookies, remember you’re saying hello to tomorrow’s business leaders.

Free Pizza at Newest Rapid Fired Pizza Today

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As a celebration of the opening of the 9th Rapid Fired Pizza store today, guests will be treated to a FREE pizza.

This promotion will run from when doors open at 11am at 2001 E. Dorothy Lane in Kettering (formerly home to Krispy Kreme) until 8pm or until supplies last.

Guests can choose from a thin crust 11″ pizza or the 9″ pan pizza, which they can choose to top from up to 35 ingredient and 8 sauces and then watch their pizza be made in just 180 seconds.  Guests will be responsible for purchasing their own beverages or craft beers.

The fast growing Rapid Fired Pizza was founded by Ray Wiley, who also created Hot Head Burritos.  He expects to open up to 25 more Pizza stores across the state in 2017 with Middletown, Greenville, Oxford, Westerville, and Portsmouth coming up next.