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$20.50 Menu’s at Area Restaurants Salut Dayton Opera

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Support the Dayton Opera’s 50th Anniversary Season

Porgy & Bess is the  Great American Opera, celebrating its 75th Anniversary in 2010! With beloved music like “Summertime,” “I Got Plenty O’ Nuttin,” “It Ain’t Necessarily So” and “Bess You Is My Woman Now”, the residents of Catfish Row, 1920’s Charleston SC, will vividly come to life on the stage of the Schuster Center. This production will bring together a broad-based community-wide collaboration and celebration fitting for the 50th Season opener!

The Story of Porgy and Bess

Porgy and Bess Synopsis
Throughout the 1920’s, George Gershwin was one of the Broadway musical theater’s leading lights. By the end of 1930, he had composed the scores for 22 complete shows as well as collaborating on others; but it was Gershwin’s first instrumental concert work, Rhapsody in Blue in 1924, that made him famous. It may seem strange that a productive, sought-after songwriter would devote the better part of two years to a single large work, but Porgy and Bess was Gershwin’s magnum opus. It was nourished by more than a decade of technical study and a longheld interest in African-American experience. It boasts of a fine African-American play by DuBose Heyward and Gershwin’s music brings to the play dramatic power, humor, tragedy, rich atmospheric colors and finely drawn characterizations. Incorporating a wealth of blues and jazz idioms into the classical art form of opera, Gershwin considered it his finest work.
Nine of Dayton’s finest restaurants and clubs will salute Dayton Opera’s 50th Anniversary Season opener Porgy and Bess from October 14-31 with special low-country menus or features priced at $20.50.
Reservations are suggested for this special dining event.

C’est Tout Bistro 937-298-0022

Coco’s Bistro 937-228-2626

Jay’s Seafood Restaurant 937-222-2892

L’Auberge 937-299-5536
New Orleans Catfish with Black Beans and Dirty Rice -Or- Duck and Chicken Jambalaya

Savona Restaurant and Wine Bar 937-610-9835

Paragon Supper Club 937-433-1234

Dayton Woman’s Club 937-228-1124Sunday brunch, Oct. 31 only  11:30 am – 2 pm – Open to the Public, but reservations require.  The monthly brunch has been changed from Oct. 10 to Oct. 31 this month only because of the opera performance.  The charge for this Halloween Brunch is $15, tax and tip included.

*The Dayton Country Club 937-294-2735

*Engineers Club of Dayton 937-228-2148   Friday, Oct. 29 only-Reservations require

*Indicates one in the party must be a member

Local firm to host Soup Benefit for House of Bread

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Plan to dine out with family, friends or colleagues and enjoy the best dinner deal in town on Thursday, October 14, 2010. And then let your bowl be a constant reminder that there are hungry people in our community who need our help!  On Thursday, October 14th – anytime between 5:30 & 7:30pm, soups donated by China Cottage, Chili’s, The Chop House, J Alexander’s, Red Lobster and The Village Restaurant, with bread from Milano’s will be served up in  a colorful array of ceramic bowls, made by Sinclair students.  For a $25 donation, you will be able to select the bowl of your choice and have it filled (and refilled) with whatever soup you desire, and the bowl is yours to keep after the event!

All proceeds from this event will go to benefit The House of Bread, a 501 (c) (3) non-profit

Over 7400 meals per month are served at the House of Bread. 15% of those served are senior citizens

Community Kitchen in Dayton, Ohio. The House of Bread currently serves an average of 300 persons daily, and through this effort, we can help them continue to serve hot, nutritious meals to children, families and seniors who rely on them for their daily source of nutrition.

Donations (cash or check made payable to the House of Bread) can be mailed in advance or received at the door the day of the event. If mailing in advance, send your donation c/o CESO, Inc., attn: Cheri Henderson, 8534 Yankee St., Centerville, OH 45458. If you’re unable to attend, a donation of any amount is still welcome!

RSVP by emailing [email protected] or calling Cheri Henderson at (937) 435-8584. The event has been created by employees of CESO, a civil engineering and surveying firm and will take place at their offices in The Galleria, 8534 Yankee Street,  in Washington Township.

L’Auberge offers $20.50 Meal Oct 13th – 30th

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L’Auberge is proud to be part of the 50th anniversary celebration for the Dayton Opera. Dine out with the “Low-country feature” saluting the Dayton Opera. Wednesday October 13th thru October 30th L’Auberge is following the southern theme. Presenting a $20.50 price fix menu requested by the Opera board: New Orleans Catfish with Black Beans and Dirty Rice -Or- Duck and Chicken Jambalaya

In addition to their regular menu L’Augerge will also be offering a special for Sweetest day- a “Lovers” tasting menu in their Dining Room on Friday and Saturday.

Reservations are always suggested, call 299 – 5536 to make them.  The restaurant is located at 4120 Far Hills Ave in Kettering.  For more information, check their website.

Oct 11 is National Coming Out Day

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National Coming Out Day is held on October 11th every year to commemorate the first March on Washington by LBGT people. Each year since, thousands of GLBT people and allies have celebrated National Coming Out Day in schools, churches and businesses nationwide through workshops, speak-outs, rallies and other events aimed at showing the public that GLBT people are everywhere.

History of National Coming Out Day: 1987: In the Beginning, There Was a March

On Oct. 11, 1987, half a million people participated in the March on Washington for Lesbian and Gay Rights. This was the second such demonstration in our nation’s capital and the first display of the NAMES Project Quilt, remembering those who have died from AIDS.

One measure of the march’s success was the number of organizations that were founded as a result — including the National Latino/a Gay & Lesbian Organization (LLEGÓ) and AT&T’s GLBT employee group, LEAGUE. The momentum continued four months after this extraordinary march as more than 100 gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender activists from around the country gathered in Manassas, Va., about 25 miles outside Washington, D.C. Recognizing that the GLBT community often reacted defensively to anti-gay actions, they came up with the idea of a national day to celebrate coming out and chose the anniversary of that second march on Washington to mark it.

The first National Coming Out Day was celebrated on Oct. 11, 1988 with events in 18 states, and national media attention including The Oprah Winfrey Show, CNN, USA Today and National Public Radio.

Actress Amanda Bearse of Fox-TV’s Married… With Children agreed to be chairperson for National Coming Out Day 1994. At the time, Bearse was the only nationally known actress who was open about her lesbianism, and her participation in community events across the country drew a new and larger audience to the day. She appeared in a public service announcement with the message: “I’m not a straight woman but I play one on TV. And that’s where acting belongs — on television or in the movies. Not in real life. That’s why I stopped acting and came out.”

In 1995, Candace Gingrich (half-sister of then-House Speaker Newt Gingrich) become a National Coming Out Project spokesperson and full-time activist. That year, she traveled to 52 cities in six months, delivering the message, “Your brother doesn’t have to be speaker of the House for your voice to be heard.”

In September 1997 the project brought in its first straight spokesperson – Betty DeGeneres, mother of actress/comedian Ellen DeGeneres. The message she delivered and continues to spread is perhaps the most powerful of all. “The fact that I’m a mom advocating equal rights for my daughter and her partner underscores the point that ending discrimination based on sexual orientation is not just important to gay people, it’s important to their families and the people who love them,” she told HRC Quarterly in 1997.

Being Out Rocks” was the theme for National Coming Out Project 2002, celebrating gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender musicians who have achieved their dreams while living open, honest lives. On National Coming Out Day, Oct. 11, 2002, a benefit CD featuring the songs of openly GLBT musicians and straight allies was released. Cyndi Lauper, Queen, k.d. lang, Jade Esteban Estrada and Sarah McLachlan are among the artists who donated songs to the album.  “I hope that efforts such as this one will help teen-agers feel that they can be themselves – and not worry that their sexual orientation may be made an obstacle to their success,” said Grammy Award-winning artist Melissa Etheridge.

Each year National Coming Day is promoted by the Human Rights Campaign.  This year’s campaign is focusing on social media.  Encouraging folks to use the Coming Out for Equality Facebook app to show support and spread a message of equality to your friends and family. It’s the courage to come out as an active voice for LGBT equality that will result in real political and social change.

Read more about the importance of coming out for equality and how your actions make a difference »

Bell’s Hell Hath No Fury this Thursday

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Chappy’s Tap Room will open a rare keg of Bell’s Hell Hath No Fury Ale – 7.7% ABV  this Thursday night at 7pm.   They’ve also got one case of bottles of Bell’s The Oracle DIPA – 10% and they will offer 6 oz. tastes of this very limited ale.

Originally conceived along the lines of a Belgian Dubbel, Hell Hath No Fury… Ale morphed during development into something entirely different. Blending a pair of Belgian abbey-style yeasts into a recipe more akin to a roasty stout, Hell Hath No Fury… Ale offers up warm, roasted notes of coffee & dark chocolate together with the fruity & clove-like aromas.

Bell’s take on the West Coast-style Double India Pale Ale, The Oracle places hop intensity first & foremost, making only the slightest concession to malt & balance.  The fireworks start with the floral aromatic punch of two separate dry-hop sessions with Amarillo and NZ Pacific Jade. Resinous, citrusy hop flavors mixed with aggressive bitterness from a massive kettle addition deliver on that aromatic promise.

Tap into Craft Beer Fundraiser

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Miami Valley Beer Fest
features Big Beers and Barley Wines!
 Saturday, Oct 9th from 2-6pm the Roundhouse at the Montgomery County Fairgrounds will  be filled with unique and interesting beers that you won’t get a chance to try anywhere else.

In 2009 Mike & Donna Schwartz, owners of Belmont Party Supply, teamed up with Resident Home Association to bring Miami Valley Beer Festival to the Dayton area. Planning for a boutique, quality event, the first year was a great success. Over 300 people attended  and this year the goal is to double the event, yet still keep it intimate.

Tickets are $35 in advance and $40 at the door. Admission includes a tasting glass, door prizes, raffles, live entertainment and allows you to sample 20 unique craft beers.  Live music will be provided by skilless villains.  Food will be available for purchase, provided by local restaurants like Chappy’s and Thai9.

You can pick up tickets at Belmont Party Supply,Brewtensils, 5th Street Wine & Deli, Blind Bob’s, Boston’s Bistro, Chappy’s Tap Room, Harrigan’s Tavern, Jimmie’s Cornerstone Bar, King’s Table, Miami Valley Wine & Spirits, One Eyed Jacks, Oregon Express, Peach’s Grill, South Park Tavern, Thai 9, The Pub and Trolley Stop.  Tickets are also available online. All ticket proceeds benefit The Resident Home Association (RHA). Learn more by viewing the video.

Mike Schwartz of Belmont Party Supply & Aaron Spoores of Cavalier Distributing

What advice do you have for first time attenders?
This is not an event where you should show up to the bar two hours early and start pre-gaming.  Come with a fresh palate as you will want to enjoy every nuance of this fundraiser.   Drink Responsibly..   there are a lot of beers to try, most with elevated alcohol percentages.  Make sure you get some food.  There are great area restaurants involved so have a bite.  Deja Blue is a sponsor so make sure enough water.   Dress accordingly..  this event is inside the roundhouse but it is not heated..  This is a giant part of the ambiance and the experience.

What makes this festival different from Ale Fest?
First off, both are great events for the Craft Beer Movement.    Ale Fest I think has an attraction to a wider array of drinkers.  They offer something for everyone.   Pedestrians, Experience and Geeks.   Where Miami Valley Beer Fest sort of cuts out the Pedestrian level.  MVBF is set up to basically only be a 500 person event that focuses on Big Beers and Barley Wines.   Which isn’t a bad thing..  its really kind of neat..  its chillier outside which screams “BIGGER BEERS” We will have Port barrel aged barely wines, Russian Imperial Stouts aged in 16 yr old Scotch Whiskey Barrels, Belgian IPA’s, smoked porters, trappist ales, old ales and even a Punkin beer.

I hear there will be some really special beers featured,  can you tell us about them?

The whole list is special, but the highlights are:

Cask Conditioned Flying Dog Ragin Bitch. This beer is dry hopped with simcoe hops. Cask conditioned ale is unfiltered and unpastuerized. Yeast is active going through secondary refermentation. Its also naturally carbonated..

Variety of barrel aged Barley Wines. Calvados, port, cabernet, bourbon, and aged scotch whiskey barrels.  To see a bigger list of featured beers, click here.

AND NOW A CHANCE TO WIN FREE TICKETS…

We have THREE PAIRS OF TICKETS to give away!.  Simply comment on this post and tell us about your favorite craft  beer and we’ll randomly choose winners on Friday, Oct 8th .  Be sure to enter your correct email address, (which will not be made public).  We’ll contact the winners by email and post their names here as well!

UPDATE:  Ticket Winners Trang, Kim and Shannon will be enjoying their brews tomorrow courtesy of DaytonMostMetro.com!


Roll Out The Barrels

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Orange Barrels, Orange Barrels Every Where I  see!

This quote from comedian Todd Yohn (and video below) is about to describe downtown Dayton as our federal stimulus money funds the final phase of the $3 million “Gateway Project.”  Work is projected to begin this Thursday on Main Street and will continue through November.  The following streets are set to be under construction:

• South Main Street, from Sixth to Washington;

• First Street, from I-75 to Main;

• Monument Avenue, from I-75 to Ludlow and from Jefferson to St. Clair;

• Patterson Boulevard, from Monument to the Riverside Bridge;

• Perry Street, from Monument to Sixth;

• Sixth Street, from Main to Wilkinson;

• Third Street, from I-75 to Webster; and

• Wilkinson Street, from Monument to Sixth.

Expect lane closures  and plenty of those “Orange Barrels” as you cruise through downtown!

10 ?’s with Chef Joe Fish

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imgres-1Chef Joe Fish is a graduate of the CIA (that’s The Culinary Institute of America) in Hyde Park, NY.  During his studies he had an externship at at the world famous Savoy Hotel in London, where he was on a brigade of chefs who had the great honor of preparing breakfast and lunch for the Royal Family including the late Princess Diana.  He then traveled the world participating in Guest Chef work in Paris, Amsterdam, Berlin and Munich before returning to NY.  He has worked in venues ranging from 4 Star New York Times rated restaurants, Zagat rated historic hotels to Corporate Dining facilities including time spent at the World Trade Center.

Chef Fish was recruited to come to Dayton back in 2007 to take over as Executive Chef when Pacchia went through one of its transformations.  Just as Joe, his wife Tonia and daughter were settling into a house in the Oregon District, Owner Glen Brailey sold the business and his position was eliminated.  Until recently Chef Fish commuted to Columbus for work at Whole Foods, but  Chef recently accepted a position as Head Production Chef at UD.  But being a man who likes to stay busy, he’s also opened The Chef Case at the 2nd Street Market.  The Chef Case focuses on Local, Organic, Free Range, Hormone free products,  focusing on sustainable food service solutions including actively recycling and composting.  Oh and did we mention, Chef also does private catering, teaches cooking classes and advocates for locavores.

In between both jobs Chef Joe managed to squeeze in time to answer our 10 questions:

What is your favorite ingredient to cook with?
Right now I am really a fan of quinoa.  Quinoa is a grain alternative that is actually in the grass family. My Wife was diagnosed with Celiac last year so I have been experimenting with a lot of wheat alternatives. Quinoa is considered a superfood, it has very high protein content and it’s easy to digest, it also has lots of important nutrients.

What ingredient do you dread?
Fresh Horseradish Root, it’s a root like yucca, it has to be peeled and grated. The fumes that come off one horseradish stick will make you cry, it feels like you have rubbed jalapeño juice in your eyes or just diced 100 pounds of onions.

What’s your favorite dish to make? img_4498
In the fall I really look forward to making my Eggplant Napoleon. It’s a dish that I came up with at while at Pacchia. It has two ingredients that most people don’t think of putting together but the unique smoky flavor that results is a big favorite of mine.

What’s your favorite pig out food?
Well, it comes delivered in a box, it has very little mess, you can keep the leftovers in that same box. Even when it is bad it is still pretty good…  a Chef’s dream, a great meal with no cleanup –it is a well know fact that I love pizza.

What restaurant, other than your own do you like to dine at in the Miami Valley?
If I have a babysitter, then it would have to be Rue Dumaine, I really love what Anne is doing.  If I don’t have a sitter then it’s a tossup between Amar India and Thai 9.

What’s your best advice for home chefs? Educate yourself about our agriculture in the states; learn about GMOs (genetically modified organisms) and hormones, big agro, the new pesticides, and about the benefits of eating a local diet. Learn what is in season in the Miami Valley and how to handle those ingredients. All produce that is not local and/or not in season is treated with a gas which changes the molecular make up of that food, and not in a good way!

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

1) My Late Father, 2) Augustus Escoffier because he was the father of modern cuisine, 3) Marco Pierre White because I would love another chance to convince him to hire me! 4) Marty Holzberg, Certified Master Chef -a great friend in culinary adventures, cooking for a Master Chef is a whole different ball of wax.

Who do you look up to in the industry and why? I look up to almost all the people at my imaginary dinner party above because they are culinary rock stars but beyond that I guess, I really look up to Ferran Adrià and dream of getting that reservation and taking my Wife back to Spain where she grew up.

What do you do in the Miami Valley on a day off? imgres-2
At present I work 7 days a week, 5 days at UD and 2 days at The Chef Case the 2nd Street Market so, I don’t have a day off right now. When I do have a day off honestly the first order of business is sleep. But a big part of the reason that we moved back to Dayton and stay here is because of all there is to do, festivals, kids activities, parks and some great shows.

 

Share a kitchen disaster, lucky break or other interesting story.
While working at the Savoy Hotel in London a salad was called over the loud speaker in French with something at the end I did not understand, not being fluent in French.  “Oeuf de Caille en salade garble garble”,  quail egg salad, difficult because it has a sunny side up quail egg and a whole cooked quail on top. I made the salad and sent it out. Not a minute later the Sous Chef came back screaming my name. She said –insert heavy British accent- “Joe Look On This!” Hurriedly I turned to the pass and Ellen yelled “What’s wrong with this? Me-blank “um I duno, it is a quail salad” Ellen: “it’s a quail salad, but it’s for Paul McCartney and he’s a  %$^&@#$ vegetarian! -Plate flies at my head… “Now do it over in half the time!”

 

 

It’s Street Fair Time Again in Yellow Springs

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It’s time again for the main street of Yellow Springs to close off for an amazing street fair. On Sat, Oct 9th starting at 9am,  over 200 booths will sell fine arts & crafts, clothing, jewelry,fair trade items, unique gifts, massages and much more.  Join the international selection of cuisine from Vietnamese shish-kabob to Mexican empanadas to Thai wraps to hot dogs.

Street Fair in Yellow Springs is much more than an arts
and food fair; it’s an all-day festival with entertainment
throughout the Village whether from street performers,
at the Jackson Lytle & Lewis Stage or at the Bryan Center
Music Festival & Beer Garden.

For children, Primary Languages will have free crafts
along with face painting and cookie decorating with
donations going to the Dayton International School.
They’ll also enjoy the alpacas, balloons and other
children’s activities throughout Street Fair.

no pets allowed - enforcedThe event is free, open to the public,and
handicapped accessible. For the safety and comfort of all, animals are prohibited from Street Fair, except for Service animals.

For easy parking, you can park at the Yellow Springs
High School or at Young’s Jersey Dairy.  Free shuttle service will run from 9am – 7pm

Click for more information.

‘Boro Bistro Now Open In New Location

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Once located in the heart of downtown Sprinboro, they now are neighbors to Dorothy Lane Market at 722 N. Main Street, in the MarketPaceat Settlers Walk.  Owner Corrie Hassenjager opened the original location in 2004 as a healthy restaurant with great food and a comfortable atmosphere. With the new move, she’ll be able to seat about 70 and will continue to offer her menu of sandwiches, wraps, salads, pizza, smoothies and shakes. Most menu items run in the $6-$10 range, with large specialty pizza’s topping out at $16.

When I visited tonight,  sister Jenny was working the counter and said they’d been pretty busy so far during their soft opening.  She said they still have a few decor touches to work on , but the overall atmosphere is upscale casual.  Seating is mostly tables of 4, with seating for 8 at the bar.  A beer and wine menu is still being tweaked. A grand opening will be planned soon.  Wine tastings and live entertainment are also in future plans.

The restaurant will be serving up lunch and dinner Monday – Saturday from 11am – 8pm.  The menu is available on the ‘Boro Bistro website, but the rest of the site has not caught up with the new location yet.

Drink Pink! Support National Breast Cancer Awareness Month with “Stoli Bombshell”

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Behold the 99-calorie “Stoli Bombshell.” Beneath its beautiful exterior, it packs a mighty good punch…against breast cancer.   For the 25th Anniversary of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar at The Greene  will donate 100% of the sale of each Stoli Bombshell to support the Avon Foundation for Women Breast Cancer Crusade.

This cocktail for a cause is $9.95 , or for those of you watching your wallets, you can take get a  true deal when you take advantage of Fleming’s 5 for $6 til 7 happy hour.  It’s a great way to enjoy the atmosphere of this top rated restaurant on the cheap! And good news for beer lovers – Blue Moon Belgian White Ale is now part of the deal at two bottles for $6.

5 FOR $6 ’TIL 7 BAR MENU

5 COCKTAILS
VINTAGE VODKA MARTINI, Smirnoff Vodka
CLEAR COSMO, Svedka Vodka
POMTINI, Smirnoff Vodka
TROPICAL MARTINI, Malibu Coconut Rum
NEW STOLI BOMBSHELL, Stoli Vanil Vodka — 99 Calories

5 WINES BY THE GLASS
CHARDONNAY, Canyon Road, California
PINOT NOIR, Mark West, California
SHIRAZ, Morse Code, Australia
MERLOT, Red Diamond, Washington
CABERNET, Sensual, Argentina

5 APPETIZERS
TENDERLOIN CARPACCIO
SWEET CHILE CALAMARI
WICKED CAJUN BARBECUE SHRIMP
SEARED AHI TUNA
JUMBO SHRIMP COCKTAIL

4432 Walnut Street, Dayton, OH 45440
937-320-9548

Monday-Thursday 5 PM – 10 PM
Friday & Saturday 5 PM – 11 PM
Sunday 4 PM – 9 PM


Volunteer for the Senior Visiting Program and you may find out that “the oldest trees often bear the sweetest fruit”

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The Senior Visiting Program is a friendly service for seniors who are socially isolated and live alone or are homebound. Trained volunteers provide weekly visits about two hours, offering friendship and support, and at times provide help with small tasks such as watering plants, writing letters or organizing photo albums. Clients often enjoy activities such as reminiscing, watching a movie, listening to music, playing cards or a game with their volunteers.All volunteers are trained through Catholic Social Services and undergo a background check.

For more information, please contact Carol Harman at 937.223.7217 ext. 1140

Rue Dumaine hosts Alsatian Wine Dinner

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This Thursday, September 30th, Chef Anne Kearney and her crew will present a special menu pairing food with Alsace wines, best known in France for charming whites.  Dinner will be served from 5pm – 9pm and is $70 per person. Reservations are suggested and can  be made by calling the restaurant at 610-1061.  The menu is listed below:
Albert Mann Crémant d’Alsace-Pinot Blanc

Toasty goat cheese crouton with apple** chutney
House cured ham with pear** relish
Palette à la Diable- Braised pork shoulder

Albert Mann Vin d’Alsace- Riesling 2008

Flammekueche- tartlet on a thin crispy crust with caramelized onions, Alsatian Munster cheese, bacon and mushrooms, all drizzled with a bit of heavy cream right before it goes into a hot oven to bake up golden delicious.

René Mure Gewurztraminer 2008

Pan-seared, spiced salmon atop house made kraut** with caraway, apples** and Brabant potatoes**, served with a spiced whole grain mustard sauce.

Marcel Deiss-Pinot Gris 2005

Griddled pheasant** sausage served with agri dolce, quick braised kale** and wild rice spaetzle

Marcel Deiss Muscat d’Alsace 2005

Apricot**& almond tartlet with toasted almond-caramel ice cream

Spinoza’s Craft Beer Dinner Showcases Pennsylvania Brewer

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Victory Brewing Company  was founded in 1996 and has quickly established itself as a brewhouse that has successfully produced a huge variety of  distinctly flavored beers. Not familiar with Victory?  Here’s your chance for a great introduction, on Tues, Sept 28th at 7pm as Spinoza’s  in the Fairfield Commons Mall hosts a beer dinner with representatives from the renowned Victory Brewing Company on hand to talk about craft brewing and the unique style of their beers.

This is a reservation-only event and will no doubt sell out quickly. Please call Spinoza’s at  937-426-7799 for reservations and information. Cost is only $26.95 per person plus tax & gratuity.  Bellow is the menu and beer pairings:

Welcome Beer:  Prima Pilsner (draft)  Style German Pilsner ABV: 5.3%

Heaps of hops give this pale lager a bracing, herbal bite over layers of soft and smooth malt flavor. This refreshing combination of tastes makes Prima a classy quencher in the tradition of the great pilsners of Europe.

Paired with Pizza “sushi” rolls with Citron Vodka Smoked Salmon, Cream cheese, and Mango Wasabi Coulis

APPETIZER:  Golden Monkey Ale Style: Tripel ABV: 9.5%

Strong and sensual, this golden, Belgian-style ale glows. The richness of German malts and Belgian yeast are tempered by a sparkling approach and overall light body. Abundant herbal, fruity notes make this one to savor.

Paired with San Marzano Creamy Tomato Soup with Fresh Baked Crostini

SALAD:  Hop Devil (draft)            Style: American IPA ABV: 6.7%

Menacingly delicious, with the powerful, aromatic punch of whole flower American hops backed up by rich, German malts. HopDevil Ale offers a roller coaster ride of flavor, coasting to a smooth finish that satisfies fully.

Paired with Toasted Curried Couscous and Chickpea Salad on a bed of hydroponic Bibb lettuce

INTERMEZZO TASTE:  Old Horizontal Style: Barleywine ABV: 11.0%

A luxurious, warming barleywine rich with aromatic hops and dark, candied fruit character that hides its epic strength masterfully.

Served with Danish Blue & authentic English Farmhouse Cheddar Cheese

ENTRÉE:  Hop Wallop Style: Double IPA ABV: 8.5%

We celebrate the pioneering spirit of old Horace ‘Hop’ Wallop and those who dare mighty adventurous things in this vivid, robust ale. As our annual homage to the hop harvest, expect loads of aromatic splendor and bitter beauty.

Paired with Fresh Ground Free Range Buffalo Stromboli with Ricotta Cheese, Sun Dried Tomato Pesto, Gruyere Cheese, Ripe California Olives and Hop Wallop-Roasted Corn Aioli

DESSERT:  Storm King (draft) Style: Russian Imperial Stout ABV: 9.1%

With a huge, Pacific Northwest hop aroma & character upfront, Storm King subsides into massive, roast malt complexity. Rich and substantial, it will warm your heart.

Paired with Duo of Dark Chocolate and Espresso Mousse served in a French Chocolate Cup

Film Connections

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The last Tuesday of each month filmmakers, film students and film fans gather at ThinkTV to learn about what’s going on in the Dayton film Community.  Meeting are a very informal  show and tell, with lots of time for networking in between film clips.
September’s  Film Connections  features Dayton’s own Chase Whiteside of New Left Media, who will screen and talk about his current projects.  Kat Steele, executive director of the Cincinnati [Oxford International] Film Festival, will present trailers and some insider info their film fest that takes place October 8-16.  Ron Kaplan of the Reel Stuff Film Festival will share info about his upcoming third annual aviation film fest that will occur Nov 5-7 here in Dayton. nts will include an update on FilmDayton’s membership perks and a tour of their new blog and discussion board with their new marketing assistant, Brandon Evans.  Refreshments are also provided.

Tuesday September 28, 2010
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Cost:
Free

Location:
ThinkTV
110 S. Jefferson St.
Dayton, OH 45402