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Caribbean African Fusion Eatery Now Open in West Carrollton

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The Barnes family, Theresa, Samenah, Sam and Samyatta

Since she was 10 years old Theresa Barnes has dreamed about having her own restaurant.  Learning  family recipes working in the kitchen with her grandmother and mother in Sierra Leone in West Africa she was already planning for her restaurant.  Just weeks ago, Theresa’s dream came true  and she and her family opened the doors  to Eden Spice on Dixie Drive in West Carrollton, next to Holly’s Home Cooking.   The menu is a blend of African and Caribbean specialties like red snapper, curry goat, oxtail and mango ginger chicken.  You can pick your heat, form mild, spicy or African hot on many of the dishes.

Since I’m not very familiar with African food, I asked Samyatta, Theresa’s 20 year old daughter who was working the counter, for her recommendations.  Their 13 year old daughter Samenhah also helps out on the weekends.  I ended up trying the jerk goat with jollof rice (a Nigerian  staple that is flavored with Maggie) and fried red snapper with plantains and red beans and rice. You can see the entire menu here.

Red Snapper with plantains

While I was waiting for my food to be cooked, everything is made from scratch here, nothing sitting in steam tables, Samyatta shared with me about her Mom’s dream to open the restaurant.  She shared with me how for the last couple of years her mom had been cooking and perfecting her recipes and feeding everyone they knew, taking  dishes to her job at Synchrony (where she still works part time) and even knocking on strangers doors to have them try her food.

After cooking my food Theresa joined me in the dining room sharing her joy in finally being to live her dream with the restaurant.  She and her teenage sweetheart Sam married and came to America about 25 years ago.

Sam’s Jerk Goat

She’s been working with her cousin, who has catering contract with schools in Columbus, Cincinnati and Dayton for the last few years, always talking about her desire to have a restaurant.  Finally her cousin Florence told her she had located the perfect spot for Theresa’s restaurant.  The location was a former Subway restaurant in West Carrolton and Theresa just knew it was the perfect place.  She still does catering  out of the kitchen, cooking breakfast and lunch, delivering about 700 meals to 3 area schools.

Theresa told me about her decision to serve the snapper with the head on, staying true to herself, knowing that many Americans might not eat it, but that the head is the best part of the dish for her and back home they eat it all, including the eyes.   I wasn’t quite brave enough to eat the head, but did enjoy the snapper, using a fork to pull the meat off the bones, and then flipping it over to enjoy the other side.

She’ll continue to make those meals as she grows her business, serving lunch and dinner Tuesday through Saturday, but never on Sunday, as that’s the day she and her family dedicate to their Far Hills church family.   She explained to me how the menu came about with the African recipes, which feature spicy and salty flavors, and lots of Thyme, and green onions, while the Caribbean entrees tend to be sweeter, with both cuisines including a lot of rice.  Goat was the most common meat in her African home, and the meat she is serving at Eden Spice is Hallal, lawful to eat according to  traditional Islamic law.  While she was raised in a Christian home, some of her extended family were Muslim and she wants to make sure her restaurant is welcoming to all.  Which is why she also offers baked chicken as well as wings, and steak kabobs. Serving Vimto, an African soda made from juice of grapes, raspberries and blackcurrants, flavored with herbs and spices is a nod to a treat from her childhood.

Mac & Cheese, red beans & rice

As we were talking she was pulling together her fresh produce and spices to make her jerk seasoning and emphasized how all her meals are based on family recipes and made from scratch.  She has to travel to the African store in Columbus to get many of her spices.  As business picks up she has plans to offer more African specials on the weekends and is also looking forward to doing catering.

Theresa’s parting words to me were that in her culture they didn’t give physical gifts often, but instead they shared their love by cooking for others and she is looking forward to sharing that love with the Miami Valley.

Eden Spice
501 E. Dixie Drive Dayton, Ohio 45449

Theresa & Sam Barnes

937-247-9116

Tuesday – Friday: 11-8pm
Saturday  11-9pm

 

Freebies for Furloughed Government Employees

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For all of you out of work during this record-setting government shutdown, these Miami Valley businesses  have your back. Below are  deals federal employees in a pinch can take advantage of. Hang in there!

Azra’s Mediterranean Cuisine

2nd Street Market
600 E 2nd St
Dayton, Ohio, 45402
(937) 830-3887

Azra’s is  giving away a free soup or sandwich with our signature cookies to any federal employee who has been furloughed without pay! This includes those who work at IRS, TSA , anyone who has been left without pay. We know it’s difficult to to make ends meet for a lot of Americans affected by this, and we want to show support in a small way.

Rahn’s Artisan Breads

2nd Street Market
600 E 2nd St
Dayton, Ohio, 45402

(937) 602-3422

If you are a government employee / contractor / or whatever who is not receiving a paycheck during the current government shutdown, you can come to the second street market during regular business hours and receive, free of charge, ONE of the following:

One loaf of bread,
Three small pretzels,
Four bagels.

Honour system here, we are not going to ask for proof. We are trying to do a nice thing here, and hope that the spirit of our intentions is understood. Please have patience with us if this blows up.

Uno Pizzeria & Grill

126 N Main Street
Dayton, OH 45402

(937) 910-8000

Uno’s Pizza is offering a free pizza lunch Monday- Friday for furloughed federal employees.  Enjoy any individual deep dish or Chicago thin crust pizza, no purchase necessary – just present a valid federal government I.D.

 

The Dayton Art Institute
456 Belmonte Park North
Dayton, OH 45405

937-223-5277

The DAI will waive its suggested general admission fee for furloughed federal employees and one guest when a valid federal ID is shown at the museum’s Guest Services Desk. Museum general admission is always free for college students (with valid ID) and youth ages 17 and under.

 

“We thank our local federal employees and offer them something to do while they are on furlough or working without pay,” said Director and CEO Michael R. Roediger. “This is a very stressful time for these workers and their families, and we hope they are able to enjoy a relaxing, tranquil break in our galleries. Federal employees and their guests are welcome to visit as often as they like through the end of January. If the shutdown continues past the end of January we will extend this offer.”

 

A list of art museums offering free admission to furloughed federal employees may be found on the Association of Art Museum Directors website.

 

 

 

10 ?’s with Chef Stephanie Schifrin Salas

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Cincinnati native and University of Cincinnati alumna, Stephanie Schifrin Salas was born to be a chef. Early on, while watching PBS’s original celebrity chef, Julia Child, Stephanie was enthralled with all things cooking. Her junior high classmates began referring to her as “Chef Steph” well before her graduation from Queen City Culinary Academy and the Culinary Institute of America.

Feeding larger groups has become Chef Stephanie’s niche. Cooking at home for two or four people has become increasingly difficult as she has grown accustomed to feeding the masses.

Chef Stephanie’s cooking style is a modern mix of classic flavors. She has a flair for taking ordinary ingredients and making them extraordinary.

Chef Stephanie accepted the position of Executive Chef at The Dayton Club atop the Kettering Tower this past July. While she stays busy helping the club through it’s rebrand, she also found time to answer our Chef 10 ? interview.

What is your favorite ingredient to cook with?

Fresh herbs & citrus…they add so much flavor and acidity to dishes and allow me to use less salt!

What ingredient do you dread?

Anything in a can!

What’s your favorite dish to make?

Soups & sauces. I was classically trained as a saucier out of culinary school & my first Chef taught me if I could make a good soup or sauce; I could make ANYTHING!

What’s your favorite pig out food?

It’s either a good pizza or bowl of really awesome pasta.

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

I am a fan of The Paragon, Thai 9, Corner Kitchen, Mamma DiSalvo’s.

What’s your best advice for home chefs?

Don’t over complicate things…if it tastes great & your friends & family love it…then it’s a win! The pics on Pinterest, social media & recipe books don’t always get it right!! Cook from your heart & soul…the rest will follow

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

Julia Child, Ronald Reagan, My Grandpa Stu & Michael Jordan…to discuss the world, sports, cooking, my love of all of them and how they all individually had a part of shaping me to be the talented chef (& fan of things sports & politics) that I am today

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

Other strong & talented women in our business that succeed and grow—that are willing to share their stories and knowledge with others. Those (like me) who mentor and challenge young chefs to do better, to be humble, to learn the craft from the ground up and take a piece and part from every cook, utility worker, chef, FOH co-worker, GM, bartender you come into contact with—you never know when you will work with them again…and you never know what trick of the trade they will teach you…inspire you with or motivation you will want to share with a protégée in the future!

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

Spend time with good friends & loved ones checking out locally owned shops, restaurants, galleries & museums. I love learning about the history of the Miami Valley area and have used a great deal of its people & places as inspirations in my new menus here at the Dayton Club.

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

Funny sports related laugh…when I was the Executive Chef @ Soldier Field in Chicago my Game Day Kitchen was on one of the Skybox levels in the stadium…I had the pleasure of coming in to find Paris Hilton, Jim Belushi, Bill Murray and other famous celebrities helping my line cooks bang out orders during a rush! They were lost…but it was always so much fun watching them play along with my staff!!

 

Montgomery County Artists Awarded $31,000

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12 Montgomery County artists will receive a total of over $31,000 in grants in 2019 through the Artist Opportunity Grant program, which is funded by the Montgomery County Arts & Cultural District (MCACD) and administered by Culture Works.

The Artist Opportunity Grant program was created in 2016 to help local artists take advantage of specific, imminent opportunities for professional development and the creation or completion of new work. “Artists in our region are incredibly community minded,” said Culture Works Executive Director Lisa Hanson. “They invest countless hours into community projects and collaborations. We want to make sure that they also have the opportunity to invest in themselves, whether that means building their skills or simply carving out time to focus on creating.”

Since the first grant cycle, 33 Montgomery County artists have been selected by independent review panels to receive over $80,000 in grants. When making funding recommendations, panelists consider each project’s artistic merit, feasibility, potential impact on the artist, and potential impact on the larger community. “As one of our past panelists said, the better the artists in our community, the better our community,” said MCACD Executive Director Matt Dunn. “Year after year, we’ve been impressed with the quality of project proposals we’ve received from Montgomery County’s artists, and we’re proud to support their endeavors.”

 

2018-19 Artist Opportunity Grantees

Adam Alonzo

Opportunity: To present a workshop production of a new play about Dayton’s poet Paul Laurence Dunbar.
About the Artist: Adam Alonzo is a lifelong Dayton resident who is involved in writing, photography, and music. Through his work, Adam hopes to help people achieve a better understanding and appreciation of the arts.

 

 

Leah Byrd

Opportunity: To produce the second season of the award-winning web series Hot & Bothered.
About the Artist: Leah Byrd is the writer, director, editor, and star of the comedic web series Hot & Bothered. She was born and raised in Dayton, Ohio. She grew up spending 13 years in Catholic school in a small Midwestern city leaving very little room for queer spaces within her childhood. Discovering all of the queer content available online was a real game changer on her path towards self acceptance. This has driven a strong passion within Leah to create diverse characters within her own media. She knows firsthand what representation can do to one’s mental health and the incredible power that media can have on opening minds.
Leah Byrd has a BFA in Motion Picture Production from Wright State University. 
leahbyrd.com

 

 

Phillitia Charlton

Opportunity: To create a theatrical performance comprised of works from her book The Death of a Lie–a poetic journey from foster care and abandonment to self-acceptance.
About the Artist: Phillitia Charlton believes in hope and the power of resilience. She uses her storytelling and poetry to share her story and inspire others. While only 2% of foster care children earn a bachelor’s degree, Phillitia exceeded the odds by completing and excelling in multiple graduate-level programs. Phillitia has been recognized as a National Urban School of Excellence Leader and a rising star. She is a passionate author, life coach, artist, and educator. Phillitia’s faith and fundamental approach to embracing her past are the tools she uses to empower others. Her book, The Death of a Lie, is a poetic diary which exposes the lies women tell themselves in search of happiness.

 

 

Dan Cleary

Opportunity: To travel to Le Mans, France and photograph the locations where Wilbur Wright first made his European flight demonstrations for use in the photographic series “Then and Now – Wright Brothers Photographs.”
Artist Statement: “After reading David McCullough’s biography of the Wright Brothers, I was struck by how they used photography in their process of discovery. Since 2016, I have been working on a series of photographs about the Wright Brothers that uses their original photographs in combination with images that I have taken at the same locations. Each image also contains a narrative element taken from their personal journals and publications from the era. Traveling to Le Mans, France will help me to complete this series of photographs, which I hope to publish as a book.”
ClearyCreativePhoto.com

 

 

Tess Cortes

Opportunity: To attend a week-long workshop with German artist Hannah Perner-Wilson and learn how to create interactive objects using electricity as a material property.
Artist Statement: “My work is grounded in the tradition of early video artists who experimented with the tools of mass media production—video cameras, sound recording, and editing equipment—to create non-narrative and experimental imagery and sound. I’m looking to expand my practice to include work informed by electronic sensors.”
nettabits.net

 

 

George Drake, Jr.

Opportunity: Produce a multi-part podcast to tell the story of 1920s Dayton through a mysterious letter found hidden beneath a bathtub during a 2008 renovation of a home in Oakwood.
About the Artist: George Drake, Jr. consistently allows his ears and intuition to find sounds that tell stories. After graduating with a Bachelor’s in Telecommunications from Indiana University, he went on to pursue his Master’s in Radio from Goldsmiths, University of London. From programming for a local music station in Indiana, to writing news for an online radio startup in Chicago, to producing his own podcastEverything Sounds, George has been involved in almost every level of radio. He currently lives with his lady in Dayton, Ohio, and he loves researching, writing, recording, producing, and voicing all things radio. George believes that radio is essential to disseminating information, exploring challenging topics, and changing the world.
georgedrakejr.com

 

 

Jocelyn Green

Opportunity: To produce and choreograph a dance show to broaden Dayton’s interaction with dance and develop her choreographic and business skills.
About the Artist: Jocelyn Green has spent the last five years dancing professionally with the Dayton Ballet. She has been featured in lead roles with the company and performed with the National Choreographers Initiative in the Summer of 2018. Jocelyn is excited to use the Artist Opportunity Grant to focus on her own choreography and build an avenue for artists to share innovative dance with the Dayton community.
daytondanceinitiative.com

 

 

Reginald Harmon

Opportunity: To create a 36” prototype for a larger-than-life statue of Paul Laurence Dunbar that can be placed in a prominent location in Dayton, Ohio and fulfill a lifetime goal and dream.
Artist Statement: “My sincere belief is that art is a gift that is available to everyone. As individuals, we must seek to discover what aspect of that gift we can grasp. I truly love the many aspects of being an artist. We invite you to come closer to this world of expression and find that place which is yours. As an artistic historian, I invoke a power to give birth to joy, happiness, and positive energy through my art.”
www.infiniteconceptsllc.com

 

 

Mikee Huber

Opportunity: To attend a photography workshop with Colleen Miniuk-Sperry to hone her skills for nature photography.
Artist Statement: “Controlled chaos” is fitting for the approach I take with the mediums and unconventional tools I use in creating my paintings, as well as a reflection of the busy lives many of us live. Tongue depressors, toothpicks, eyedroppers, tweezers, and my fingers dance across the canvas, taking the place of the traditional paintbrush to combine layers of paint, glitter, glue, and foil leaf. Most of my paintings are untitled to allow the viewer to have their own personal emotional connection. When viewing my paintings some may see geodes, seascapes, or a microscopic organic new world where others may remember their grandmother’s garden. The fluid movements lead the eyes from abstract landscapes and pools of color into the unknown, begging the viewer to see their own story. My obsession with abstracts found in science and nature help fuel my experimentation with fluid oil-based mixed mediums, which allows a creative process that is both calming and energizing. As a graphics designer at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, I draw inspiration for my mixed medium abstracts from intriguing imagery scientists and engineers produce for their research. I enjoy interpreting and reimagining factual data into colorful realms of possibility. I often allow viewers to touch the glossy surfaces of the paintings and enjoy their reactions of wonder revealed by how the surface feels. Therefore, I encourage those viewing the paintings online to zoom in to see the details. Areas that appear rough can be as smooth as glass while some areas appear smooth yet can have a texture, thus surprising the viewer. I also experiment with scale, my paintings range in size from a quaint 4”x4” to an expansive 36”x48”.
mikeehuber.com

 

 

Glenna Jennings

Opportunity: To travel to Photolucida Portfolio Reviews Festival in Portland, Oregon during April 2019 to seek publication and exhibition opportunities for her long-term photographic series At Table, 2004-2018.
About the Artist: Glenna Jennings is an Assistant Professor of Photography at the University of Dayton, Ohio whose work includes photography, curating, and socially-engaged art. She holds BAs in English and Spanish (Pepperdine), a BFA in Photography (Art Center College of Design) and an MFA in Visual Arts (University of California San Diego). Jennings has exhibited throughout the US, Mexico, Europe, and China. Recognition of her work includes an Ohio Arts Council Individual Excellence Award and a Peter McGrath Human Rights Fellowship. Her work resides within the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego, AMNUA Museum China, and multiple private collections. Jennings is a passionate educator whose teaching, research, and service inform her dynamic practice. She has a specific interest in food justice, and her series At Table (2004-2018) documents everyday spaces of human expression and connection in dining rooms, kitchens, bars, and restaurants around the world.
glennajennings.com

 

 

 

Annie Pesch

Courtesy of Nick Coleman Photographix

Opportunity: To originate a one-person show about a woman with dissociative identity disorder.
Artist Statement: “My professional career as an actor has been devoted to working on new plays at all stages of development. I prefer plays where I can broaden my range as an actor–playing multiple characters, using a variety of accents and dialects, et cetera. It is also important for me as an artist to give back to the community by providing thought-provoking and impactful performances/productions.”
anniepesch.com

 

 

Gabriela Pickett

Opportunity: To attend a two-week residency with artist Artemio Rodriguez to develop her skills as a printmaker by better understanding the techniques that stem from medieval engravers that rely on simple lines to create an image.
About the Artist: Gabriela is a native of Mexico. Coming from a long line of artists, she studied art at Wright State University in the United States. Her life is full of experiences that have allowed her to develop her talent as an artist. When Gabriela paints or creates sculptures she uses a fusion of influences from her native country. Gabriela aims at raising awareness regarding the living conditions of the Mexican indigenous people who have been marginalized by economic realities and social discrimination.
As an activist, Gabriela uses her art as a venue for social commentary in the hope that indigenous people are not forgotten. In an era where Zapatistas have put down their guns and use words as a weapon against tyranny, she uses her art to complement the messages of peace and respect for human rights emanating from the jungles of Mexico. Her landscapes are memories of her childhood recorded for posterity. As urbanization takes over the Mexican landscape, Gabriela wants to show the world the beauty of Mexico’s countryside before it fades away.

 

 

Eudora Open New Tap Room This Friday

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It was one of the worst kept secrets in the beer business, when news of Eudora Brewing Company‘s expansion started leaking out last year.  Owner Neil Chabot opened the original brewery in November of 2013 in a strip center on Wilmington Pike in Kettering. Their 3 barrel brewing system just couldn’t keep up with the demand and the tap room was often at capacity.  They officially announced the new location last summer and the move wouldn’t be far, just a couple miles north on Wilmington Pike.  The new location, just south of Dorothy Lane is an old Pep Boys auto shop and is 20,000 square feet,  about six times the size of the original space, which shut down in October so they could start the move.

I was lucky enough to get a sneak peek of the new facility, which will open to the public this Friday at 4pm. My first impression- WOW!  The spot is huge, wide open and really inviting!  They’ve kept enough of the original breweries decor and feel to make it feel familiar, but now it’s ready for big crowds!

 

 

Coming with them from the old spot were the Brew Your Own kettles, Eudora is the only place in the Miami Valley where customers can book time to brew their own beer.   Whether you’ve brewed before or you have no idea what you’re doing, their staff will guide you through every step of the process and make it as easy and as fun as possible. It’s a great team building experience, can serve as a fun idea for a bachelor party and the best part can be creating your own beer label. Al

Reservations for this brewing experience is on hold, as they have some equipment repairs to make, but they’ll begin taking reservations soon.

GAMING AREA

 

The pinball machine and video gaming systems also made the move and the have their own expanded dedicated area in the new venue.  Adding to the fun is the vintage bowling game and an expanded selection of board games and tables to spread out and play.

New additions to the tap room include two pool tables, which will offer free play, a large lounge area in front of the fireplace with leather couches, a huge patio with seating for over 100 and areas for cornhole as well as a fire pit.

charity: water

Also continuing, Eudora Brewing Co. will donate a portion of EVERY sale toward funding a water project for those in need of clean water.  They donate to a charity called “charity: water” whose mission is to end the water crisis happening all over the world. They’re a non-profit organization that donates 100% (yes, 100%) of the money contributed to help people in need of clean water. With each purchase you make at Eudora, you’re helping charity: water build wells and water purification systems in villages, schools and clinics in areas where water is difficult to obtain.

The custom built bar made locally by Jett’s Creek Woodworking is huge and gives plenty of spots to belly up to the 18 taps  and a nitro cold brew coffee system as well.

The new brewing system has increased to a 10 barrel brewing  system, and with the addition of brewmaster Jeff Fortney to the crew, Eudora has been brewing to get ready for the onslaught of beer lovers that have been awaiting a pint of Mother-Fuggle, Bangarang, The Bees-Kees or Thunberball.

Private Party Room

Speaking of Thunderball, that’s the name of the private room, available for booking for private functions.  Seating about 30, it’s decked out with table seating, a tv, whiteboards with a great view of the brewing area. Rates will run about $25-$50/hour, based of

Eudora Kitchen

But the biggest addition to Eudora is the new kitchen!  Owner Chabot knows a lot about brewing beer, but admits he knows nothing about running a kitchen, so he contracted with consultant Jonathan Kouse of Chef Therapy Group to help design the kitchen, hire Dylan and James for the kitchen crew and create the menu offerings.

 

Here’s the opening menu, but remember this is  new and menu items and prices will probably change as they work through the opening weeks of the  new eatery.

Eudora Brewing Menu

SIDES

CHICKEN BREAST (ZERO ANTIBIOTIC)   4.50

FRESH  SALMON 8.00      BACON 3.00

SMOKED PORK BELLY 4.50   TORTILLAS 2.00

JAPS .50              WILD CAUGHT RED SHRIMP 5.00

CHEESE 1.00                       PIMENTO CHEESE  3.00

GUAC 2.6               NAAN    3.50     SALSA ROJA  1.25

TACOS

GAMBAS 6.30RIO 6.30CARNE ASADO 6.75COMBO 7.00

SANDWICHES

GRILLED CHEESE 8.75      BAHN MI PORK 8.50   BAHNA MI SHRIMP  8.50 BAHNA MI VEG  8.00

THAT’LL DO PORK SANDWICH 12.00

THE PLAIN OLE PORK SAM 10.50

BURGERS             

SOUTHERN BELLE  11.70       UMAMI  13.00    TIJUANA 10.50    PLAIN JANE 9.50

SALADS

EH TU BRUTIS sm. 4.50  lrge  9.00

BEAUTIFUL sm 4.75 lrge7.85

EUDORA  sm 4.25  lrge  9.00

ADD PROTEIN:

ZERO ANTIBIOTIC CHICKEN BREAST  4.50

FRESH SALMON,   8.00

SMOKED PORK BELLY 4.50

WILD CAUGHT RED SHRIMP(5ea.) 5.00

 

 

the patio

the kitchen

TEDxDayton Introduces Salon Events

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Education, at all levels and ages, is a priority for our community. We are fortunate to have nationally renowned Education thought leaders, subject matter experts and interested parties in our community. Hence, TEDxDayton Salon event #1 will be devoted to Education. This inaugural event will feature eight incredibly thought-provoking speakers.

When: Saturday, February 23, 2019 from 9-11:30 a.m.

Where: Cox Arboretum | 6733 Springboro Pike, Dayton, OH 45449

Tickets are only $21 and are on sale, now. Doors open at 8:15 a.m. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m., and is limited to 150 spots. Coffee and light breakfast items will be provided.

Shannon Cox 

Associate Superintendent, Montgomery County Educational Service Center

Shannon’s current role includes working directly with all 16 public school districts in Montgomery County as well as with various communities, private, and charter schools. She is also an Adjunct Professor at the University of Dayton, and a community activist who has led many grassroot initiatives including those focusing on volunteerism, fundraising, political campaigns, and health awareness.

Steve McIntosh 

Student, Sinclair Community College

Steve is a college freshman, studying Computer Science and Software Engineering at Sinclair Community College. He started his passion for programming in the 8th grade, and graduated from the Game Programming & Web Development program at The Miami Valley Career Technology Center. Apart from being a student, Steve is also a Junior Software Technician at The University of Dayton Research Institute.

David Melin 

Regional President, PNC Bank Dayton

Dave is a 30-year veteran in the financial services industry. His professional experience includes commercial lending, mergers and acquisitions, wealth management, and retail banking. In addition to banking, he has been involved on numerous boards representing non-profits, human services, and economic development initiatives. Dave is committed to minimizing the number of people living in poverty, and sustaining prosperity to ensure stable communities.

Jocelyn Spencer Rhynard

Member, Dayton Board of Education

Jocelyn currently serves on the Dayton Board of Education, and cares deeply about addressing systemic inequality and fighting for strong public education. Born and raised in Minnesota, Jocelyn earned a degree in American Studies at Brigham Young University before moving with her husband to Dayton in 2003. They are now the proud parents of four children who attend Dayton Public Schools.

Marc Scancarello

Director of Materials Engineering, Emerson Climate Technologies

Marc is an accredited Professional Engineer in the state of Ohio with more than 35 years of experience, and he holds 13 patents. His corporate laboratory team of Materials Engineers and Scientists support manufacturing, engineering, research and development, with the goal of promoting better product performance and reliability. Marc is also active in global environmental and safety stewardship initiatives relating to the heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration industry.

Cheryl Taylor

Program Director, Sinclair Community College Advanced Job Training

Cheryl has 20 years of experience in the fields of law enforcement and higher education. In her current position, her dream job, she has grown the Advanced Training Program and the Returning Citizens Initiative at Sinclair Community College. Cheryl holds a Bachelor of Arts in Criminology from Capital University and a Master of Arts in Applied Behavior Science from Wright State University.

David Taylor

Deputy Superintendent, Dayton Early College Academy

Dave currently oversees operations of Dayton Early College Academy’s three campuses, and has previously served as a Teacher, Assistant Principal, and Principal at DECA as well. He earned his Bachelor of Arts and Master of Education from Cedarville University and completed the program for Leadership Development at the Harvard Business School.

Donnell Wiggins

Assistant Vice President, University of Dayton Admissions 

Donnell is an experienced higher education professional with over 15 years of experience, and currently has broad oversight for international recruitment, the development of new markets, and the development and strategy to recruit underserved and underrepresented students both domestically and abroad. He has a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Wilberforce University and a Master in Higher Education Administration Services from McKendree University.

MODERATOR

Shannon Isom

President and CEO, YWCA Dayton

Shannon leads a non-profit organization dedicated to the empowerment of women and to the elimination of racism. She also lends her voice towards injustices through various platforms such as TEDxDayton. Shannon has been recognized as one of Dayton Business Journal’s Top 50 Most Influential Women and was the recipient of Antioch College’s Inaugural Coretta Scott King Justice Award.

FAQ

  • What is #TEDxDaytonSalon | Education?
    • 2019 is the first year for TEDxDayton Salon events. Education, at all levels and ages, is a priority for our community; and we are fortunate to have nationally renowned Educating thought leaders, subject matter experts and interested parties in our community.  Hence, Salon event #1 will be devoted to Education and feature eight incredibly thought provoking speakers.
  • What is a TEDxSalon event?
    • Salon events are smaller, more intimate and informative events centered around a single topic. Salon events keep a TEDx community engaged between regular TEDx events.

Art on the Commons Call For Artists

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Art on the Commons is now accepting artist submissions for its 31st annual festival. Organized by Rosewood Arts Centre, Art on the Commons will take place on Sunday, August 11, 2019 from 11 am until 5 pm at Kettering’s Lincoln Park Civic Commons. Free to the public, Art on the Commons is one of the region’s most popular summer fine arts festivals, drawing a regional audience of over 10,000 in one day.  Fine arts and crafts by 100 talented artists from around the country will be on display. Works include jewelry, ceramics, paintings, photography, metals, watercolor, sculpture, glass, fibers and wood creations.

Artists may submit their fine arts and fine crafts for jurying into the festival through March 31, 2019. All submissions must be made online at www.zapplication.org. A $20 entry fee is due at the time of submission.

The jury for Art on the Commons consists of three arts professionals with a wide range of artistic knowledge. Jurors are selected for their experience and expertise in a specific media and serve on panels in their area. A diversity of backgrounds and skills is sought, including artists, educators, fine art and craft gallery owners and museum directors/curators. A new panel of jurors is selected each year to allow for fresh perspective.The jurying process is done by category and is anonymous. Factors included are presentation, quality, originality, technical
ability and booth display.

Artists will be notified of jurying results by May 3, 2019. More information can be found at www.playkettering.org/aotc.

Cookies Power Amazing Experiences for Girl Scouts

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And As I do each girl scout cookie season I share this story:


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!

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.

Now with the Internet and rise of e-commerce, 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.

The Digital Cookie® platform helps girls superpower their cookie sales as they go beyond the booth with mobile and online channels. That’s right. The platform is a fun, educational tool that helps girls run and manage their Girl Scout Cookie business online.

That means more ways for her to learn, and more ways for you to buy and support her success. It also means more opportunities to power new, unique, and amazing experiences that help her learn essential life skills, soar in confidence, discover the leader within, and have a ton of fun!

With the Digital Cookie platform, girls can:

  • Gain new essential business and social skills in a fun and engaging way.
  • Invite cookie customers to easily order and pay for cookies online and through their mobile app.
  • Earn funds to power amazing troop activities for her and her troop!

So, how does the Digital Cookie platform work?
It’s a lot like buying your cookies at a traditional cookie booth, but with an online twist!

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In true Girl Scout style, the girls initiate the cookie sale, whether online, via email, or in person at the cookie booth with their Digital Cookie mobile app.

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A Girl Scout you know may invite you to visit her personalized cookie website where you can place your order, pay using Visa Checkout or credit cards, have your order shipped or delivered by a Girl Scout,* or even donate cookies to charity.

Some Girl Scouts may take in-person orders using a mobile app that also allows them to securely accept payments using credit cards.

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Select your cookies, place your order, and complete your transaction. Boom, just like that, you’ve got delicious Girl Scout Cookies coming your way!

 

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.

 

Don’t know a Girl Scout? You can still help girls learn essential skills and do amazing things by buying cookies at your local cookie booth. Enter your zip code in the “Find Cookies!” tool for a list of scheduled cookie booths in your community.

 

Spaghetti Day Dining Deals Today

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The first Western pasta was likely long, thin forms made in Sicily around the 12th century; till this day, spaghetti is the most common round-rod type of pasta and in Italian, “spaghetti” means “little lines.” However, the popularity of pasta only spread across the whole country of Italy after the establishment of pasta factories in the 19th century, substantially shortening the time needed for making dishes like spaghetti and enabling the mass production of pasta for the Italian market.

Spaghetti Warehouse

36 W 5th St,
Dayton, OH 45402
(937) 461-3913

‪Friday, January 4th Celebrate National Spaghetti Day at The Warehouse and take home FREE a Classic Spaghetti Entree with the purchase of any entree at regular menu prices and a coupon! ‬
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Choose your FREE Spaghetti Entree from one of 3 Classics, Spaghetti with Meat Sauce, Spaghetti with house-made tomato sauce, or Spaghetti with Marinara. Each is prepared fresh, then chilled and ready to take home. Soup, salad or Sourdough bread are not included.  Click here for your coupon! ‬ http://bit.ly/2F3ou8D

 

Carrabba’s Italian Grill

937-438-9690

900 Miamisburg Centerville Rd
Washington Township, OH 45459-6554

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Open for weekend lunch11AM – 11PM

Celebrate with $10 Pasta Dishes
Enjoy Spaghetti Pomodoro, Linguine Positano or Penne Alfredo — all freshly sautéed-to-order, so every bite is full of flavor.

 

Roost

524 E 5th St.
Dayton, OH 45402
(937) 222-3100

Will be offering a Scottish smoked salmon spaghetti carbonara as their special.

 

Mamma DiSalvo’s would usually appear on this list, but they are closed for their winter vacation.  We did not hear back from Giovanni’s or Franco’s or Troni’s when we requested information about spaghetti day specials.

Local Restaurants Take Winter Break

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Restaurants have just completed their busiest month of the year,  hosting holiday gatherings, catering parties and feeding so many of us as we celebrated the holidays.

So now for many of our local eateries, they are taking some time off to recuperate from the hectic holiday season and do a little celebrating of their own with family and friends.  So just a heads up of the extended closings for the following eateries:

 

Lily’s Bistro  – will reopen for lunch on Friday

Mamma DiSalvos– Opens on Jan 9th at noon

The Tavernette – will open again on Saturday, January 5th

The Winds Cafe -Opens Tuesday, January 15, 2019 – beginning with lunch and our new winter menu.

Twist Cupcakery – will reopen on Jan 8th

Watermark – Opens on January 8 for Burger Night!

 

And while not a restaurant, we thought we’d let you know Dayton Pedal Wagon is on break until Jan 13th.

5 Must Attend January Events For Beer Lovers

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 Cerevisaphile (Cer-a-vehs-a-file) 1.an aficionado of beers and ales, 2.a devotee to the decoction of barley infused with hops and fermented, 3.an imbiber of beer on the highest order, bordering on devotion, 4.one who pursues the very finest in malted beverages.

MostMetro.com knows that Dayton loves its beer so we keep the most comprehensive calendar of beer events in the Miami Valley, including weekly beer tastings, tap takeovers at local bars, beer dinners, festivals  and the release of new beers by many our our local breweries. You can always find the full list on beer events on our website, but to save you time we’ve curated this list of the best beer events for January.

Start making plans to attend these  don’t miss beer lovers events for this first month on 2019:

Warped Wing Brewing Company’s 5 Year Anniversary Bash

Hard believe it’s already been 5 years since we first opened the doors to Warped Wing – and that calls for a little celebration! We hope you’ll join us on Saturday, January 19th, starting at noon for our 5 Year Anniversary Beer Bash. We’ll be tapping various rare beers from our library throughout the day as well as releasing limited barrel aged bottles of our signature Anniversary brew, Baltic Argonaut Baltic Porter. All bottles are $9.99/each (375ml) and will be available for purchase starting at noon. See you there!
Warped Wing Brewing Company
January 19, 2019 @ 12:00 pm – 11:59 pm

Jungle Jim’s Barrel Aged Beer Fest

 

They’ve  gathered these incredible beers together so that you can taste, sample, and discover new favorites! Though some of the beers at the  show are actually unavailable to the public, many of these barrel-aged beers are available downstairs in their Beer Department on a continuous or seasonal basis! So, make sure to take notes and record your favorites so that you can find them in our store!

January 19, 2019 @ 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm     $50

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The Highland Stag’s  Madtree Rocky Horror Beer Dinner

Break out the fishnets and wigs and “Let’s do the Time Warp again!” Join this outstanding beer dinner with Madtree Brewing in a fun, throwback Saturday night. 4 Beers, 4 courses, and a special cameo appearance by Tim Curry’s stunt double. Audience participation will be expected.

January 19th 7:30- 10:30pm

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Dayton Beer Company Beer Dinner at Dewberry 1850

Their First Beer Dinner of 2019 we will feature Dayton Beer Company! There are two beers that will be featured that you may not be able to get anywhere else.

January 24th 6-8pm, $45
Dewberry 1850 at the UD Marriott

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Dayton Brew HaHa

This is not your average night out! Enjoy rare brews from nearby states, craft beer you can’t find around here and your favorites from local breweries.

The festival celebrates the growth and maturity of the craft beer industry in the Midwest. Event organizers are producing a beer list that is representative of the breadth and depth of the renowned offerings from Ohio and our neighboring states. The event will feature breweries big and small, and will showcase both rare, hard to find beers and accessible beers for those just getting into craft beer appreciation. Dayton’s local breweries will be well-represented with offerings that highlight the growth of the industry in the Gem City.

January 26th 6-9pm, $42-$52
Montessori School of Dayton

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Next-Generation” Dunkin Now Open on Far Hills

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While the grand opening is scheduled for  January 8th the high tech new concept store located at  5901 Far Hills Ave is doing a soft opening this week. The spot most recently housed Clark’s Pharmacy and before that was a Wendy’s restaurant.   I stopped in at the new Dunkin’ today and was greeted by a painter, still doing some last minute touch ups on the newly renovated building.

Tuesday’s Grand Opening Celebration will run from 7-11am and  will include gift card giveaways , the Dunkin’ pink carpet, the official ribbon cutting at 10am, photo opportunities with the Dunkin’ mascot and  a chance to spin the prize wheel for sweet giveaways.

The 2,000 square foot space in Washington Township  is the first new concept store in the Dayton market and just the 3rd in Ohio.  With a crisp, clean look, gone is the plastic pink and orange decor of the old shops.  Speaking of gone, so to is the “Donuts” part of the business name.  Moving forward with just the “Dunkin” moniker, they will keep the familiar “DD” as still part of their company branding.

Inside a very friendly staff  were proud to show off all the new equipment and innovations in the shop run by General Manager Gaston Herding,   The highlight of which is the new innovative tap system allows them to consistently serve eight cold beverages such as coffees, iced teas, cold brew coffee and nitro infused cold brew coffee.

Josh(pictured right)  talked me into sampling the Nitro Cold Brew with an added pump of Thin Mint flavoring and I have to admit as a now coffee drinker, I could see myself  getting used to this little sweet caffeine buzz.  One of the other great things about Dunkin’ is they serve their breakfast sandwiches all day long!  No having to race the clock to make the cutoff time for breakfast like at some other fast food joints!

They showed off the new soft heat brewers, which they explained do a better job of keep the coffee at exactly the right temperature, which allows them to offer a fresh product more consistently. Something else they shared is that the new concept stores small coffee will now be 12 oz, vs the 10 oz that is served up at all the other locations. Each cup of coffee is now labeled when you order, which should help with accuracy on orders, especially when they are busy. All furniture is also moveable, so it’s easy to pull together seating for a coffee meeting.  And staying with the high-tech concept, there is even a high top wireless charging table for your phones.

One of the other big changes is the chain’s double drive-thru, with one lane dedicated exclusively for mobile ordering, allowing customers who order ahead via the company’s mobile app to go straight thru the order ahead lane for quick pick up.  The second lane is the traditional drive-thru, where you’ll order via a speaker.

Two large glass containers showcase the donuts and there is also an expanded grab and go section, allowing you to grab a drink or some coffee beans to go. You can pick up a box of Jo-to-Go for just $14.99, which holds a gallon of coffee, which is about 10 cups.  I also found out that there is a Dunkin’ happy hour, from 2-6pm each day, where you can pick up a medium cappuccino or latte for just $2.  Dunkin’ also offers a 20% military discount and a 10% senior citizen discount on all orders.

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Dunkin 

5901 Far Hills Ave.
Dayton, OH 45429

Hours

Monday – Saturday 5am – 8pm
Sunday 6am – 8pm

 

 

Franchise owner Pat Gilligan expects to open 5 more shops in the Miami Valley this year.

Wedding Shows in the Miami Valley

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Did you get engaged over the holidays?  If so after you’ve  shared pictures of the ring and been congratulated by all your friends then next thing your being asked is “have you set a date” or “have you started planning”.

It can be rather overwhelming, but there are lots of upcoming wedding shows that will help you plan your special day.  So grab your girlfriends, your mom and your future mother-in-law and attend one of these upcoming bridal extravaganzas:

January 2019

A Bridal Affair

Hilton Garden Inn at Austin Landing
January 3, 2019 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Free

First Show of 2019 An intimate elegant bridal show that is not overwhelming.    Meet the area’s premiere wedding professionals.…

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Wedding Show & Expo

Wright State University Nutter Center

January 5, 2019 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm

|Recurring Event (See all)
$8

Meet Face to Face with over 100 of the Area’s BEST Wedding Professionals! – this show has it all -…

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Wedding Show & Expo

Wright State University Nutter Center

January 6, 2019 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm

|Recurring Event (See all)
$8

Meet Face to Face with over 100 of the Area’s BEST Wedding Professionals! – this show has it all -…

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Fairytales and Cocktails: A Marriott Wedding Experience

Dayton Marriott
January 9, 2019 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Free

Join Marriott at University of Dayton for a wedding experience to remember! Our dream team and preferred partners will treat…

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A Bridal Affair

Manor House
January 20, 2019 @ 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
Free

An intimate elegant bridal show that is not overwhelming.  Meet the area’s premiere wedding professionals. See the latest wedding trends.…

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Wedding Showcase

The Event Connections
January 27, 2019 @ 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
Free

Visit us at our home at The Event Connections for an opportunity to see meet with many of our 75+…

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February 2019

Dayton’s Premier Bridal Showcase

February 17, 2019 @ 11:00 am – 3:00 pm

Feb 17, 2019 | Dayton’s Premier Bridal Showcase Sunday at 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM Marriott at the University of Dayton,…

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March 2019

Bridal Open House

Prime Time Party Rental
March 9, 2019 @ 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
Free

Meet over 50 wedding vendors at Prime Time Party Rental, your premier event decor company. Vendors and Prime Time Party Rental will assist…

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April 2019

Annual Hashtag Wedding Bridal Show in Clayton!

Meadowbrook at Clayton
April 7, 2019 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Free

Join #Wedding Bridal Shows for their Second Annual Clayton Bridal Show! The first show brought wedding planners, photographers, DJs, florists, catering, cakes,…

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Your Guide to Fine Dining for New Year’s Eve

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New Years Eve is just  five days away- have you made plans yet?

December 31st  is a night that should be spent out on the town. DMM has compiled lists of restaurants that will be celebrating the end of the year in style. Some may serve a multi-course meal with dancing to follow, while others may offer a more intimate setting to share a  Champagne toast with someone special.  All of the events we’ve listed here end well before midnight, which will let you make plans to pop by another party or if you prefer, make it home in plenty of time to toast the new year in your pj’s.

Looking for a place to ring in the new year?  We’ve got a list of those for you on our MostMetro.com calendar.

 

 

Mudlick Tap House
December 31 @ 4:00 pm – 10:00 pm

They say the way you spend New Year’s Eve is the way you’ll spend the rest of the year so make it one to remember and join us at Mudlick Tap House for an evening of sensational food  with a very special New Year’s Eve menu!

Festive Libations:
Glass of Champagne $7
Bottle of Champagne $24

Santa’s Little Helper
Cranberry Smash
Jingle Balls Nog
Starters:
Beets Meat Salad-  Golden and ruby beets, watercress, mache greens, roasted walnuts, local capriole goat cheese, pomegranate vinaigrette 19French Onion Soup- Thyme, sherry, beef broth, onions, crostini, Jarlsberg cheese
4 cup  7  bowlShareables:
Seared Scallop in the Shell-  Pan Seared Jumbo (U7) Scallop, asparagus mousseline, romanesco, osetra caviar 20$Parsnip and Yukon Gnocchi- Large parsnip shaped gnocchi, pan seared, finished with golden and ruby beet syrups, lardons, local chive microgreens. 16$

Pork and Plant-  Shredded plantain cakes topped with pan seared pork belly and sunny side up quail eggs, leek puree. 22$

Entrees:
Pan Seared Free Range Chicken Breast-  Ed Hill Airline Chicken Breast, dusted with cajun spice, pan seared, sweet and spicy balsamic sauce, jersey sweet potato hash, roasted cippolini onions, romanesco 32$

Slow Roasted Prime Rib of Beef- 10 oz cut served au jus horseradish cream, loaded baked potato (cheddar, scallions, lardons) baby tri-colored carrots. 35$

Petite Filet of Beef with Crabcake-  5 oz Prime filet steak with sautéed trumpet royale mushrooms and truffle butter, pan seared crab cake, sautéed wax beans, roasted fingerlings. 39$

Pan seared Duarade- Fresh Duarade filet pan seared, roasted heirloom tomato, lemon roasted asparagus almondine 28$

Encore:
Tuxedo Lava Cake-  Fluffy White cake with a dark chocolate “molten” center, Luxardo cherry cream, Luxardo cherries, Marcona almonds.  12$

Peanut Butter Cookie Sundae  9
Warm Ashley’s Pastry Shop peanut butter cookies with vanilla bean gelato, chocolate curls, and peanut butter whip!
**GLUTEN FREE

Gelato flight- Killer Brownie gelato, pumpkin amaretto gelato, chocolate gelato, Vanilla bean gelato 10$

Jag’s New Year’s Eve Celebration

Jag’s Steak and Seafood
December 31, 2018 @ 4:00 pm – January 1, 2019 @ 1:00 am
$85 – $110
After you’ve opened your gifts, you won’t want to miss the region’s biggest New Year’s Eve bash! Get here at 4:00 p.m. and stay past dinner to ring in 2019 with 3-Piece Revival and a special menu to make it a night you won’t forget. Entry is $85 per person, which gets you a four-course meal and live music until 1:00 a.m. Wine pairings are included for just $25 more.

A NOLA New Year’s Eve Dinner

Lily’s Bistro
December 31 @ 5:00 pm – 11:00 pm     $59

Roll into 2019 with our New Orleans-Inspired five course dinner! There will be sparkling wine specials all night long, a champagne toast at midnight and with dinner seatings from 5-11pm we’ll be keeping the bar open for all your new year’s revelry! *Vegan or Gluten Free options available for each course

First Course
-Fried green tomato with housemade fresh ricotta cheese, tomato pepperjelly, and local microbasil greens

Second Course (choose one)
-Oysters on the half shell with Belle of Dayton ‘gin & tonic’ mignonette
-Pumpkin bisque with crema and toasted pumpkin seeds
-Local lettuces with roasted mirliton squash, pomegranate seeds, beemster aged goat cheese, and jalapeno-honey vinaigrette

Third Course (choose one)
-Alligator croquettes with rosemary oil and remoulade
-Pork terrine with local-bread crostinis, onion jam, and creole mustard
-Grilled cauliflower medallions over red bean gravy topped with roasted shallot ‘chips’

Fourth Course (choose one)
-Bouillabaisse with tomato and lobster fumet, gulf shrimp, whitefish, and mussels, served with grilled bread and rouille
-Butternut squash risotto with roasted local carrots in saffron cream sauce
-Cabernet and port braised lamb shank with parsnip purée and fried leek

Fifth Course (choose one)
-Beignet with bacon-praline crumble and root beer reduction
-Vegan chocolate pudding pie with raw date and coconut crust topped with coconut drizzle
-Bananas foster upside down cake with citrus whipped cream, orange marmalade, and bourbon-maple glaze

New Year’s Eve 5 Course Dinner

Watermark
December 31 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm     $89 includes a glass of Champagne

NEW YEAR’S EVE Dinner in Five Courses

CHEF’S AMUSE BOUCHE – house-made beet ravioli filled with Herbes de Provence goat cheese, topped with mint caviar

SALAD – radicchio, cabbage, carrot purée, toasted sesame oil, red wine reduction with cayenne foam

SOUP cream of celery, red pepper oil, mint foam

ENTRÉE – choice of one
Rosemary Pork Medallions- Beeler Farms pork sous vide, foie gras mashed potatoes, sour apple kimchi, finished with tart cherry jus
Dover Sole – charred Dover Sole, pea and tarragon salad with pea shoots, roasted beets with fennel vinaigrette

DESSERT – buttery tart crust filled with rich hazelnut caramel, topped with chocolate espresso ganache and cocoa nibs


6 Course NYE Dinner

Meadowlark
December 31 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm     $80

Please join us for 6 festive courses on New Year’s Eve! Monday, December 31  First Seating 5, 5:30 and 6pm , Second seating at 8pm.  They will only be serving this 6 course menu. Beverages, tax and gratuity are extra.

First Course – Fresh-shucked Oyster with Crème Fraiche, Red Caviar and a shot of Sparkling Wine

Second Course – Cheese Arancini with Nduja Vinaigrette

Third Course – Mushroom Bisque with Fried Mushroom and Truffle Oil Garnish

Main Course  (choose one)

  • Grilled Double-bone Lamb Chops with Caper-Mint Salsa Verde, Creamy Garlic Potatoes and Sauteed Brussels Sprouts
  • Fish and Shellfish Risotto with Halibut, Clams, Shrimp and Bay Scallops
  • Seared Beef Tenderloin with Bearnaise, Fried Potatoes and Sauteed Brussels Sprouts
  • Vegetables Wellington with Green Peppercorn-Brandy Sauce and Winter Vegetable Garnish

Cheese Course – Blue Cheese Sable with Apple Onion Compote

Dessert Course  – Chocolate Mousse Tart with Hazelnut Crust, Goat Cheese-Fig Ice Cream and Burnt Caramel

NYE Dinner

The Winds Cafe and Bakery
December 31 @ 5:30 pm     $65 does not include tax or gratuity

New Year’s Eve Menu is a four course meal.

Amuse Bouche–  Local Pumpkin Fritter with Pumpkin Romesco with a glass of Bianca Vigna Spumante Rosato

Starter – choose One:
Oyster Pot Pie

Carrot tied Arugula Bundle with Roasted Multicolored Carrots, Forage Foulette Schemer and Crunchy Grains

Sausage Stuffed and Roasted Quail, Picada, Bittersweet Chocolate and Cocoa Nibs

Entree- choose one

Creekstone Grilled Beef Filet, Belletoile Compound Butter and Potato Pavé

Provencal Duck Leg and Breast Two Ways with Chestnuts and Warm Rustic Grain Salad

Vegetable Tagine with Saffron Broth, Couscous and Apricot Vinaigrette

Grilled Swordfish Pangratta with Pistachio and Prosecco Risotto

Ohio Cheese Plate

Dessert – Tarte Tropézienne with Bittersweet Chocolate and Caramel Poached Clementine

Corner Kitchen
December 31 @ 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Join us this New Year’s Eve!  We’ll be popping this delicious Haute Couture French Bubbles and offering a limited version of our regular menu as well as a decadent 3-course Prix Fixe for $49.

 1ST COURSE  (select one)

LOBSTER BISQUE or NEW YEARS’ SALAD or FOIE GRAS

ENTRÉE . (select one)

FILET MIGNON or TRUFFLE POLENTA or RACK OF LAMB or LOBSTER RAVIOLI

DESSERT (select one)

TIRIMISU or CHOCOLATE CAKE OR BUTTERSCOTCH PUDDING

 

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Year End Mediterranean Tour

Glasz Bleu Oven
December 31 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm    $85

The menu crafted by Glasz Bleu Oven is an all-inclusive pinchos, cicchetti, tapas and hors d’oeuvres style service highlighting specialties from various regions around the Mediterranean. Cost is $85/person.

FRANCE |
Glasz Eggs “Deviled” on brioche toast, caviar optional
Oysters shucked, raw, half shell, champagne mignonette, meyer lemon
Endive Salad, candied walnuts, roquefort, citrus
Oak-fired Ribeye Roast, carved, horseradish creme, arugula, fried shallot, sweet red onion rings

SPAIN |
Octopus + Prawn Ceviche, corn tortillas, avocado salsa
Spanish-style “Noodle Bowl” crispy vegetable salad, spicy chiliés

MOROCCO |
Charred Vegetable Curry + “fried” cous cous, crispy parsnips
Moroccan Mussels, focaccia, anchovy, herb butter
Wood-fired Oysters, harissa butter ciabatta crostini

GREECE |
Grilled Lamb Chops, mint pesto, laffa, tzatziki
Roasted Mediterranean Salad

ITALY |
Cappellini Pasta, duck egg yolk, bottarga, parmigiano reggiano
Red Snapper Crudo, citrus + chiliés, Sicilian olive oil, sea salt
Whole “Fried Fishes” grilled citrus, umami tomato

SUCRÉ |

Gelato, Belgian Waffles, Ricotta Beignets
Roasted Stone fruits, chocolate + caramel sauces, confectioners sugar, French sea salt

Dine In and Take Home a 2nd Meal for $10

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Dine at Carrabba’s Italian Grill in Washington Township this week through Sunday, December 30th  and and take home your choice of a complete meal, including entree, soup or salad for just $10.  Choose from favorites like Chicken Bryan or sauteed-to-order pastas. Carrabba’s offers a  gluten-Free Casarecce pasta with many offerings for those with dietary restrictions.

Take home entree must be of equal or lesser value. No coupon needed, just mention this offer to your server.

 

Carrabba’s Italian Grill

937-438-9690

900 Miamisburg Centerville Rd
Washington Township, OH 45459-6554

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Daily 4:30 PM – 10PM
Happy Hour: 4:00 pm – 6:30 pm