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Food Adventures

Giovanni’s: The Fairborn Legend

October 18, 2012 By Dayton937 Leave a Comment

With Halloween approaching, many people are stopping at the costume shops in Fairborn.  But The Big Ragu suggests you make another stop, Giovanni’s Pizzeria & Italian Restaurant.  Located at 215 W. Main Street, this place has been a Fairborn icon for decades.   Since 1953, this local favorite has been serving up pizzas and pasta dishes that will make your mouth water.  Originally owned by Giovanni DiPasquale, the restaurant was purchased by Tony Spaziani in 1994.  Soon after the menu and dining rooms were expanded and they even started a full in-house bakery.  This bakery allows for fresh bread, pasta and dough to be made on premises.  It also allows for homemade desserts that are nothing short of amazing.  Many things at Giovanni’s are made from scratch, the way they ought to be, to guarantee fresh tasting food.

The restaurant is always bustling and the servers are friendly and caring.  In fact, our waiter was the pastry chef, who waits tables on Sunday to stay in tune with customer feedback while making some extra dough .. pun intended.

During our Food Adventures, we have tried the sandwiches and the pastas.   We especially liked the Chicken Parmesan and the Gnocchi.   You can really tell the sandwich bread and pasta is made on site, the taste is amazing and homemade.  The same can be said about their homemade cheesecakes, cannoli, and tiramisu, all produced at the in-house bakery.

However, all the locals know that the main attraction at Giovanni’s is their pizza.  A semi-thin crust pizza with a unique tasting sauce makes each pie simply scrumptious.  The fresh, delicious toppings offered are plentiful on each pizza.  They even have anchovies for the true Italian style Food Adventurer in you.  Of course, all the dough for the pizzas are made on site, which is noticed on each bite into the crunchy crust.  The prices are reasonable and the product is good.  They even offer 7 inch personal pizzas with up to 3 toppings for less than 6 bucks during lunch time.

The food speaks for itself so check out the photos and click on them to get a larger, tastier view.  Visit this mom and pop restaurant in Fairborn, and find out for yourself what the legend is all about.

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Experience A Food Adventure with The Big Ragu & Crew: **CONTEST**

October 11, 2012 By Dayton937 9 Comments

Have you ever wanted to join The Big Ragu and the Crew on one of their Food Adventures?  Well, here is your chance !

You’ve seen all the mouth watering pictures, you’ve heard all the buzz.  Now be a part of the first ever DAYTON MOST METRO FOOD ADVENTURE.

This is an EXCLUSIVE opportunity, limited to 20 people picked at random who fill out the form below.

Come eat dinner with these larger than life personalities and mingle with other area foodies like yourself! Who knows, you may meet the love of your life, and if you do, we will sing at the wedding.

 

WHERE: Brixx Ice Company’s Private Party Room, 500 East 1st Street,  Dayton, OH 45402

WHEN: Saturday, November 3rd, 2012  at 7pm

All attendants of the event will have their name entered into a drawing that evening, and one lucky person will win  $25 gift certificate to Brixx Ice Company that they can use that evening or in the future.

Win a $25 Gift certificate to Brixx Ice Company !

GOOD LUCK in becoming one of the first 20 to signup this “Foodie Fest”, which promises to be memorable.

The Big Ragu will autograph all of the attendants napkins, garlic bread and underwear at no extra charge… as for food and drinks, you are on your own check!!

Please comment below on why we should choose YOU to attend our private Food Adventure !!

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Food Adventures Gets Even Cheesier with Murray’s Cheeses

October 3, 2012 By Dayton937 Leave a Comment

Murray’s: Quality Cheeses

When we say the Muensters, we don’t mean a TV show.  We mean aged mold, or as you know it  .. cheese.

Gouda, Mozzarella, and Brie are just some of the dozens of varieties of Murray’s Cheeses available at your local Dayton Kroger stores.   The Big Ragu and Crew were lucky enough to be invited by local Cheese Master, Logan Class, to sample some of their premium cheeses.  How cool is that to be hanging out with a cheese master?   We Daytonians do not know how lucky we are to have Murray’s Cheese Shops, allowing for quality and hard to find cheeses at our fingertips!

Brie and Fig Spread Counter Samples at Murray’s

Murray’s Cheeses is a New York based company and has been making and distributing cheese since 1940.   There are 15 Dayton area Kroger’s that feature Murray’s.   What makes Murray’s Cheeses so special?  The answer is the products used in their cheeses.  For example their mozzarella is made with the same milk used in Ben and Jerry’s Vermont Ice Cream, so we are talking premium tasting milk.  They also carry cheeses from France, Italy, Ireland, England and more.

Cheese Master Logan explained to us that there is something for everyone at his store.   There is a $5 and under selection and cheeses that range from $5.99 to $30 a pound.   Other goodies are McClures Pickles, Bucheron 34 fig Spread, Merlot Salami and Olive Oils.   There is even a connecting buffet display of  peppers, olives, and more.  Food Adventures has previously enjoyed Murray’s favorites such as Jarlsberg Cheese, Javarti cheese with Caraway seeds, and Tabouli with Cilantro.  The Big Ragu had to be pulled away from the free cheese on the various counters so the cheese tasting could begin.

Your Food Adventurers were here to sample these unique and unforgettable Murray’s Cheeses as presented by Cheese Master:

1) Cremont – This was a soft, creamy Vermont cheese made from goats and cows milk.  It was simply divine and dreamy.

2) Cabot Clothbound Cheddar – Made in Vermont.  The wheels of this cheese are covered with cheesecloth and lard then aged for 10 months.  Almost like Big Ragu with a wet blanket.  This cheese is one of the tastier cheeses made with Pasteurized milk, as opposed to most high end cheeses which are made from raw milk.

3) Pleasant Ridge Reserve – A mountain style cheese similar to Gruyere.  This is a raw milk cheese and sells at 30 bucks a pound.   We found this cheese to be rich with flavor.  So flavorful that this cheese won the American Cheese Society and World’s Best Cheese Awards.

4) SarVecchio Parmesan:  Looked like your typical Parmesan cheese, but had an incredible fruity flavor to it.  Definitely an amazing tasting cheese that you won’t soon forget.

Rogue River Blue: One of the Most Complex Cheeses You Will Find

5) Rogue River Blue: Made in Oregon, this cheese won the 2006 award for best cow’s milk cheese.  It is the 1st ever raw milk cheese to be exported to Europe.  That’s right, it is so good, even Europeans want it!  The cheese is made through an incredible process, including scrubbing the outside of the cheese wheel with brine for a meaty flavor.  The cheese is then wrapped in Syrah Grape Leaves that have been soaked in a Pear Brandy. After wrapping, this cheese is aged for a year.  The product is perfection and the best bleu cheese we have ever tasted.  With preparation like this, we could understand the $30/pound price tag.

Hey Food Adventure Fans, here are some quick cheese facts:

— All cheese is made with milk, salt and rennet.

— Cheeses that are aged more than a year are typically the stronger tasting cheeses.

— Softer cheeses have a shorter the shelf life than harder cheeses

Who thought we could get any cheesier?  Well The Food Adventures Crew did, and you can too.  Visit your Cheese Master at your local Kroger grocery and look for the Murray’s Cheese Shop !

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Have you tried Murray’s Cheeses ?   Tell us your thoughts and comment below.

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Urban Bites, Urban Nights

September 27, 2012 By Dayton937 Leave a Comment

Ribs from “HIckory River” in Tipp City

Friday Sept 14th, 2012 was a great evening in Downtown Dayton.  The Urban Nights event showcased dining, nightlife, retail shops and more.  Good art and good music filled the city, as did festival goers.  But The Food Adventures Crew were at this huge street party to try the street food for an Urban Food Adventure.  It was great to see the bustling downtown area with businesses and restaurants opening their doors to the public.  Dancers and musicians entertained the masses and there were even people repelling down one of Dayton’s tallest buildings!

Crowds gathered from Riverscape to the Oregon District.  Dayton was hopping during Urban Nights.  There were dozens and dozens of restaurants and food vendors selling their eats.  So many vendors, that it would be impossible to list them all here, so please click on our photos below.  A picture is worth a thousand words, right?

Oyster Shooter from Jay’s Seafood Restaurant

There was soul food and seafood.  There were pies and burgers ‘n fries.  Varieties ranges from Bratwurst eats to vegetarian treats.  We ate South American food, Italian food and Indian specialties.  The event also featured beer and wine vendors.  Some vendors, like the ones near Riverscape, made you purchase 3 dollar tickets to buy food at any vendor.  Other street vendors downtown were on a cash for food basis.

There were even 3 separate stages spread out across the downtown area where you could listen to live bands and more.  We dined to some classic rock by local band ‘Spungewurthy.’

Empanadas from “El Meson” restaurant

Did you miss Urban Nights and the food extravaganza?  Then mark your calendars for Friday night May 10th, 2013 when Urban Nights returns to the Gem City.

The atmosphere was friendly and fun.  It was really something to enjoy a Food Adventure while standing among Courthouse Square or underneath Dayton’s skyline.   Urban Nights was a great time and made us proud of our hometown of Dayton!  Enough of the sentimental stuff, you have to check out these amazing food photos below !!

But first, please comment below and tell us what you thought of URBAN NIGHTS !

Also, check out Food Adventures on Facebook and “like” us HERE.

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Festival Recap: Food Survivial at Dayton Revival

September 13, 2012 By Dayton937 Leave a Comment

“Jerk Chicken Wrap” from Caribbacanas

Did you get a chance to sample some of the “street eats” at The Downtown Dayton Revival Music Festival?   The Big Ragu did !  In between our favorite musical acts, he experienced a truly unique Downtown Food Adventure.

It is so great not to have to deal with anyone in weird festival mode anymore, or a “sudden health kick for a night.”  You know the ones, who then they eat biscuits and gravy the next day after hiking in Kentucky.  Just eat the festival food and quit trying to impress your girlfriend.

The bash was hosted around 3 separate concert stages with indie bands, Ohio bands and some national feature acts.  Were you  listening to John Legend and enjoying legendary sandwiches? How about listening to Train while eating plantain?  Whatever the case, good food was available throughout the event in a 3 block area.  Some vendors were local, others were in from as far away as Miami, Florida.  The two day festival gave Daytonians plenty of time to sample vendor food in iconic places such as Cooper Park and in front of Memorial Hall.

 

Fried Pickles from The Dublin Pub

There were food trucks, grill setups and deep fryers a plenty! The aroma of freshly prepared specialties filled the air at the Dayton Revival.  Food vendors included local favorites like  Bessie’s Noodles, The Dublin Pub, Ritter’s Frozen Custard,  and Smokin’ Bar-B-Que.  Other Dayton based vendors we love included Red Wagon Cafe, Brock Masterson’s Catering and Frickers.

The Big Ragu also sampled food from places we were not so familiar with such as Caribbacanas, The Burrito Bus, D-Fish D-Chicken, Bourbon Street Grill and Cafe, Los Tucanes, Ma & Pa’s Kettle Corn, G’s Barbeque and Enrique’s Place Latin Grill.

Pork Sandwich from Bourboun Street Grill and Cafe

Take some time to browse through the incredible photos in the album below to get a taste of what was available for consumption.  From Gyros to fried fish, from beers to jerk chicken wings, we tried almost all of the offerings.  We covered the eats from fried pickles to kettle corn.  On this Food Adventure we learned this: nothing is better than good music, good food, with good friends in a great hometown.  What more could you ask for?

Did you get a chance to sample some of the foodstuffs at the Downtown Dayton Revival Music Festival ?  If so, what did you think?  Please comment below!

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Holy Cannoli ! It’s all Greek to us !

September 6, 2012 By Dayton937 Leave a Comment

Italian Fest is this weekend !!

The weekend after Labor Day is always a big one in Dayton.  Why?  Because, that is the weekend of two huge annual festivals, The Italian Festival and The Greek Festival.
Both events expect to draw big crowds from Friday through Sunday.  Make sure you visit each venue for lots of authentic food items!

Here are some “must eats” that The Big Ragu recommends from each festival for a perfect Food Adventure:

Italian Fest: Cannoli, Italian sausage, Raspberry Sparkletini and the stuffed shell dinner inside the office on Saturday night

Greek Fest: Gyros, baklava, pastisio (Greek lasagna), and the spinach and cheese trigona pies.

Did you ever know that you’re my Gyro ?

For directions and more details visit the respective websites:

www.ItalianFallFesta.com and DaytonGreekFestival.com

 

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New Dinamita Doritos: Where are they in Dayton?

September 3, 2012 By Dayton937 Leave a Comment

New Dinamita Rolled Chile Limon Doritos -HOT and ADDICTING!

Attention junk food junkies: there is a new Dorito in town, but it is like finding a needle in a haystack.  Why?  Because they are so popular that they sell out within a few days.   They are called Dinamitas, a rolled Dorito snack, and the Chile Limon flavor is so hot and addicting that they are flying off shelves.  The Big Ragu has actually only seen these briefly at Wal-Mart stores , but a couple of days later, they are sold out.  Frito Lay’s website supposedly has a search tool HERE where you can see where they are sold, but the two Speedway gas stations listed in Franklin and Springboro, Ohio did not have them.

But what is this addicting snack?  Frito Lay has teamed up with Mexican snack company Sabritas, to present these little taquito shaped munchies in limited release.  The goal was to capture the essence of Hispanic style snacks in a rolled Dorito.  Mission accomplished.  The product, Chile Limon Dinamitas is one of the best snacks we have eaten.   Be warned, you will get hooked on these.  You will have red fingertips and a burning mouth in no time, but you just won’t be able to stop eating them.  The worst part is you cannot get another fix, because they are so hard to find!

They are simply HOT and ADDICTING .. just like The Big Ragu.  Trust us, Chile Limon Dinamitas are a Food Adventure in a bag !

Have you tried the new Chile Limon Dinamitas?  Please comment below and tell us what you thought about them.  Better yet, tell us where we can buy some more!

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Lebanese Festival: A Unique Food Adventure

August 31, 2012 By Dayton937 Leave a Comment

Chicken Schwarma, such a great sandwich wrap

Dayton’s Lebanese Festival was held on August 23rd through the 25th at the Saint Ignatius Maronite Catholic Church on 741 across from Meijer.  The festival featured authentic Lebanese food, carnival rides, traditional dancers, various craft vendors and adult gaming.  Your favorite Dayton foodies, the Food Adventure Crew, set out to try the various tasty treats that this unique fest had to offer.  We parked our cars in the grass of the festival grounds and made our way towards the large white food tent.  A fantastic aroma filled the air as we approached.   Inside the tent, was a large, easy to read menu at the “food line.”   The man at the carving station explained that almost everything is homemade at this festival.  Our Food Adventure was about to begin.

Fresh, Homemade Tabouli Salad

The menu showed the various dinners and sandwiches.   We recognized some of our favorites like Chicken Schwarma & Beef Schwarma.  These Lebanese sandwiches are a little like a gyro or soft taco and are filled with lettuce, meat and a garlic cream sauce.  Also on the menu were some familiar items like spinach pie, hummus and stuffed grape leaves.  The makeshift eatery even offered tabouli salad.  Tabouli is  typically made with bulgur or couscous.  It also includes tomatoes, finely chopped parsley, mint, onion and garlic,  olive oil, lemon juice and salt.  It is a fresh, healthy snack and one of our favorites.   We noticed another favorite,  falafel which are tiny “hushpuppies” made with ground chick peas.  This was a full blown Food Adventure, so we had to try it all.  We also sampled skewers of grilled beef called kafta kabobs. 

Beautiful Dancers Entertaining the Crowd

We sat at one of the tables in the tent and began eating.  Traditional music played and some wonderful dancers entertained the crowd.  The performers wore wonderful costumes and sometimes held fans and fabric which they used to dazzle the festival goers.  No better way to enjoy a Food Adventure with authentic Lebanese food than with authentic music and dancing.  The Big Ragu learned some great dance moves that they intend to use at a future date.

After one of the dance performances ended, we walked over to a station where they were making flatbread with a machine.  The sign said “Mountain Bread,” so we tried it.  The Big Ragu loved this grilled flatbread topped with a nice garlic and sesame seed  pesto like sauce and folded in half for easy eating.

Finally, The Big Ragu went for the dessert area.  There were lots of baked goods that looked homemade.  Most of them we had never seen before.  Cookies called Mamool, Burma, Barazik and Ballourie.  These traditional treats were great and featured varied items like dates and pistachio as ingredients.

The carving station at the Lebanese Festival

All in all, the Lebanese Festival is yet another unique eating experience in the Miami Valley.  It was wonderful to see the cultural displays, listen to traditional music and enjoy some Lebanese food.  Make sure you catch this festival next year in August, 2013.  It is one you do not want to miss !

Have you been to the Lebanese Festival?  Please comment below on you experience.

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The Big Ragu gets Endless Tail at Red Lobster

August 28, 2012 By Dayton937 Leave a Comment

Endless Teriyaki Grilled Shrimp

Shrimp, that delicate food that can be served so many ways as Bubba told us in the movie “Forrest Gump.”

One of the best ways Food Adventures like it served, is endless.  Fortunately, Red Lobsters in the Dayton area are running the “Endless Shrimp” special right now.   For just $14.99 you can gorge yourself on 5 types of shrimp: Teriyaki Shrimp, Parmesan Shrimp, Garlic Shrimp Scampi, Shrimp Linguini Alfredo and Hand Breaded Shrimp.  Try as much as you like, any way you like it!  The dinner special also comes with salad and the addicting Cheddar Bay Biscuits!

The Fried Shrimp is Endless too !

The Big Ragu is happy that the special is supposed to run through November 11th.  Sure, we normally feature Food Adventures about mom and pop places, but sometimes a chain restaurant does something that is worth a mention.   Be warned, if you visit Red Lobster over the next 2 months, you just may see our waitress running for refills!

Have you tried ENDLESS SHRIMP at RED LOBSTER?  What are your thoughts about this promotion?  Please comment below !

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Food Adventures Meets the Gem City Rollergirls

August 25, 2012 By Dayton937 Leave a Comment

The Action was Fast and Furious !

Entering the Orbit Fun Center in Huber Heights, chants could be heard on the other side of the ticket booth wall.  Walking into the arena,  The Big Ragu and the Food Adventures Crew thought “what the hell have we gotten into?”  The answer: The Gem City Rollergirls!  Nothing is more “Dayton” than these hometown roller derby divas!  Even though we had arrived early, the roller girls were already stretching out while their competitors, the Youngstown Little Steel, were skating laps warming up.

Sweaty concession stand hot dogs !

We made our way past the droves of fans and said hello to some of our rollergirl friends like “Racey Rocker,” “Outer Spacey,” “Manson’s Maiden” and “Cozza Frenzy.”    We then walked past the crowd to the concession stand.  After all, we are foodies in our forties.  We grabbed a hot dog, some drinks, and a slice of pizza from the friendly Orbit Fun Center staff.  we talked to some hardcore fans and then made our way to the seating area.

The Filling Station on Linden Ave: Gem City Roller Girl’s “Home” Bar

There were fans encircling the entire skating rink.  Some held signs, some cheered on their favorites, others just took it all in.  We even sat next to a bachelor party!  Then, the lights dimmed and introductions began.  We recognized names like “Supersonic,” Flirtini Tease”, “Punky Rooster” and “Demolition Curvy.”  The action began shortly after introductions and we learned this game requires a lot of skill and talent.  The match was full of speed and quick moves.  The match also had it’s share of bumps and bruises.  There were elbows, hip checks, blockers, jammers and the action was fast and furious.  The Big Ragu and Food Adventure Crew had a blast as we watched the Gem City Roller Girls win their hard fought match!  The event benefited “Luv-a-Bulls” which is a Pitbull-Bulldog-Mastiff rescue organization.  What a great way to support a great charity!

After the match,  the local superstars invited us to an after party, so of course we turned it into a full blown Food Adventure!!

Raspberry Walnut Salad at the Filling Station

The Gem City Roller Girls’ “home bar” is The Filling Station on Linden Ave.  This eatery is known for it’s bar, food and game room.  There were some great drink specials at The Filling Station, including $9 buckets of beer.  On the awning outside, we noticed print that read “unforgettable wings.”  We decided to try the Habenero BBQ wings, southwestern egg rolls and a raspberry walnut salad.  The food was great, and the beers were cold!  It was a perfect end to our action-packed evening.  We had a blast pairing our Food Adventures with another Dayton Original, the Gem City Roller Girls.   The Big Ragu is definitely a fan who highly recommends this experience !!

Want to experience Dayton’s own Gem City Roller Girls?  The next match is at the Orbit Fun Center in Huber Heights on September 8th  vs. Heart of Appalachia (Charleston, WV).

Click through the photos below to check out the rollergirls and some great photos from the Filling Station.

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Beer, Food & Fun at the GermanFest Picnic!

August 15, 2012 By Dayton937 Leave a Comment

Weinerschnitzel Sandwich -Incredible !

The Dayton Liederkranz know how to throw a party.   This year’s GermanFest Picnic, held  August 10th -12th was no exception.  The festival was hosted by the German Club, to promote and preserve German culture and traditions in the Miami Valley, and it was a playground for your favorite Dayton foodies, the Food Adventure Crew.   The 29th annual event included food, drink, kids areas,  and a 5k event.  Having German roots in both of our Food Adventure families, we appreciated the genealogy assistance area for help with your family tree

We strolled the grounds looking for craft beers and food booths.  We enjoyed tasting various German treats, after all it is our heritage.  Our favorite snack of the day was the Weinerschnitzel Sandwich, which is pretty much a fried pork cutlet.  The tasty treat was topped with onions, sauerkraut, mustard and more.  Some of our favorite beers offered included Paulaner, Widmer Brothers HefeWeizen, and Hofbrau Dunkel.

Bavarian Pork Chops – grilled to perfection

Food vendors also served authentic root beer, and local restaurant Smokin BBQ was in attendance.  Culp’s Cafe had a presence at the festival serving sweet potato fries and various burger options.  Ullery’s Ice Cream was making handmade ice cream on site.  There were numerous other food vendors and we took our time to explore each one.  Near some of the no-food vendor tents we even met the owner of  Miss Riley’s Cookies.  Her almond flavored, highly decorated cookies hit the spot!

Another attraction of this festival was the recognition of German influence on Dayton history.  Inside the Museum lobby, their were displays of Beer history around the Miami Valley as well as local author Curt Dalton who was displaying his historical novels about the Dayton area.

What is a German Fest without Pretzels ?

At each corner of Carillon Park we tried German Beers and a German Potato Sundae.  The cinnamon almond roasted nuts were fantastic, and the aroma from thje grilled Bavarian Pork Chops filled the entire festival.  From pretzels to dried sausages that tasted like beef jerky, the German Fest Picnic is a Food Adventure for the whole family.   The Big Ragu even received a massage at a vendor booth.  An Italian getting a massage from a Thai woman at a German festival.. only in Dayton.  Make sure you visit this annual event, just follow the lederhosen.

 Did you visit the 2012 GermanFest Picnic ?  What did you think?

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Thyme for a Food Adventure

August 10, 2012 By Dayton937 Leave a Comment

The Cheesesteak at Steak Thyme

Have you tried Steak Thyme on Wilmington Pike in Kettering?  If not, you are missing out on a sub shop and so much more.  As you may know, The Food Adventure Crew are not food critics, we are just people who love to eat, and we found a gem of a place.  This family owned restaurant has been cranking out good food for the past 8 years.  Steak Thyme’s menu features various Philly cheesesteak style sandwiches.  These sandwiches start with 100 percent pure angus beef and are cooked with a special thyme seasoning from which the eatery gets its name.  The tasty subs are then topped with fresh toppings depending on what was ordered.  Not a steak lover?   Steak Thyme offers ham, chicken, or turkey as your meat substitute instead of angus.  Types of subs range from the Greek Chicken Philly, topped with feta and olives, to the BBQ Cheddar Steak.  Fresh cut fries or onion rings add the perfect side to these comfort food specialties.Thyme Seasoning on the Angus Burgers

Steak Thyme’s menu also offers 100 percent certified Angus Burgers sprinkled with the special Thyme Seasoning.  In fact, many of the menu items have this Thyme Seasoning infused in them.  Gret tastes and we love the great values that really stretch your dollar!  Looking for a great deal?  The current special is the Gyro combo for only 6 bucks!  Additional lunch or dinner choices include salads, wraps and Cincinnati Style Chili Cheese Dogs that melt in your mouth.

Steak Thyme is a little known secret, but regulars realize it is a great place to get a quick, delicious meal.  They even have a convenient drive thru. The Big Ragu is a big fan of Steak Thyme.  It is a great place for certified Food Adventure!  If you have not tried this casual dining spot, it’s thyme you went there!

Their Chili Cheese Dogs are Big !

Have you had a chance to eat at Steak Thyme? 

What are your thoughts on this “mom and pop” place?

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Filed Under: Food Adventures Tagged With: Big Ragu, chicken philly, chili dogs, chili fries, DaytonDining, daytonmostmetro, Food Adventures, greek, Kettering, Philly cheesesteaks, sandwiches, Steak thyme, subs, thyme, wilmington pike

The Food Adventures Crew Dive Into “Olive” + DMM CONTEST

August 3, 2012 By Dayton937 Leave a Comment

Incredible Tasting Seared Ahi Tuna over Noodles

(Contest details below the article)

For over a year, a new, popular, and  locally immersed gourmet restaurant has generated a lot of buzz.  The Big Ragu wanted to see what all the excitement was about.  We knew a Food Adventure was imminent, but we decided to wait until the dust settled.

The name of this trendy spot is  Olive, an Urban Dive and is located on East Third Street in the refurbished former Wympee building .  The Big Ragu first experienced the brilliance of Owner Kim Collett and the staff of Olive at the “Dayton’s Most Delightful Dessert” contest at Carrillon Park.   Olive won critics choice and peoples choice awards for best dessert, essentially sweeping the event.

First off, this place is unique.  The outside decor is a cool retro vibe, while the interior is a warm inviting modern atmosphere.  Olive even has a patio with fresh herbs growing on the perimeter. The friendly serving staff is knowledgeable.  They know a lot about the food and enjoy eating at Olive themselves.  The menu has a grass roots flair and offers many choices to vegans and gourmets alike.

Food Adventures like places that keep things local.  Olive, an Urban Dive does this by using local produce and meats whenever possible.  Supporting local farmers is a good thing!  Olive make’s their hot chocolate using Esther Price chocolate. The restaurant offers wedding cake every day for dessert! They serve grass fed beef and only use free range chickens or as Olive’s advertising says “we chase chickens.”  Something to be aware of: they do not serve alcohol or syrup drinks, but have a BYOB policy so you can bring in your own favorites.

Our tip: visit them for lunch to get the best bang for your buck.  Weekday lunch hours are 11am-3pm and they have a popular brunch on Saturdays from 10am-3pm.  Olive only serves dinner Thursday – Saturday from 5-10pm.

The Urban Burger – Local, Grass-Fed Beef

The best way to see what Olive has to offer is to look at each of the pictures we have posted in the albums.  Our favorites were the mozzarella cheese bites, seared ahi tuna, fried leeks, grilled tuscan cheese and the summer squash soup.  Make sure you click on each picture and browse our photo album, the food speaks for itself.

 Have you been to Olive, An Urban Dive?  Please comment below and tell us about your experience!

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 Dayton Most Metro Contest

We have a $20 gift certificate to give away to a lucky winner – simply fill out the form below and then leave a comment telling us if you’ve ever tried Olive, An Urban Dive.  We’ll pick a random winner some time over the weekend – GOOD LUCK!

Contest Closed

Congratulations to Hunter Johnson – he is our winner!

Filed Under: Food Adventures Tagged With: Big Ragu, Dayton, Food Adventures, kim collett, Olive, olive an urban dive, The Big Ragu, Third Street, wympee

Chipotle vs. Qdoba: Who’d You Rather ?

July 30, 2012 By Dayton937 1 Comment

Fajita Ranchera Burrito at Qdoba

In the world of Food Adventures, we rarely hit the chains.  But once in a while, we give our spin on some familiar favorites.  How about some feedback from the thousands of Dayton Foodies out there?  That’s right, The Big Ragu and the Crew want to know what DaytonMostMetro fans think.  What do you like better, Chipotle or Qdoba and why?

Jax’s take: For me it is Qdoba for the simple fact that there are more choices.  More options mean a better variety in my effort to be more health conscious.  The tastes are similar but there are more soups, quesadillas, etc. at Qdoba.  This discussion makes me miss the Baja Fresh restaurant !

The Big Ragu’s take:  I would rather go to Qdoba for two reasons.  First, Qdoba offers a ground beef meat option, while Chipotle does not.  Also the chicken at Qdoba is white meat, while the chicken at Chipotle is a white/dark mix.  Since I am “weird” when it comes to meat, the decision is a no brainer for me.

A Burrito Bowl at Chipotle

We are not food critics, or journalists.  We are just passionate foodies that love to eat! Visit us at www.DaytonFoodies.com, your source for Dayton food since 2008.

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Everyone has an opinion and we want to hear yours.  Please comment below and let us know your thoughts…

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Nick’s Restaurant in Xenia, a Must Eat !

July 28, 2012 By Dayton937 Leave a Comment

Nick’s French Onion Soup -one of the best, ever

One of our goals is to inform Dayton Foodies about fantastic dining spots that they may not be aware of.  One of the best examples of a Mom and Pop place that is off the beaten path, featuring incredible menu items, is Nick’s Restaurant.  Located  in Xenia, it is a place with a style all it’s own.  Style is one thing, but Nick’s also has irresistible, addicting food throughout the menu.  The restaurant was started in the 1940’s by the late owner Nick Malavazos and was formerly called “Say How Do.”  Since Nick’s passing, the local ownership has changed the restaurant name, but kept the tradition alive with great eats and friendly service.

How good is their food?  At the recent Kickin’ Chicken Wing Festival at Fraze, Nick’s won 5 out of the 6 awards, including Best Side, People’s Choice Award, Best Wing, Best Sauce, and Best Booth.   The Big Ragu loved their wings and would recommend their “Secret Sweet Hot Damn Sauce.”  Wings are only a small portion of their offerings, and this was just the start of our menu exploration. Nicks has a full bar and has that type of watering hole atmosphere that spills into the dining area.  The drink offerings are vast, but we were here for food.

The Award Winning “Sweet Hot Damn Wings”

We tried some unique appetizers including fried smelts.  For those who do not know, smelts are small fish about the size of sardines that are fried whole, but headless.  They are usually served with tartar sauce.  The Big Ragu loves smelts our guests took a bite of the little fish and liked them so much that we had the waitress sit down and try them as well.  Food Adventure accomplished!  Nick’s Restaurant has another spectacular appetizer, the hand breaded deep fried mushrooms.  Light and crispy, our mushrooms were cooked perfectly.  The waitress then  brought out one of the best french onion soups we have ever eaten.  We also enjoyed some freshly cut potato chips.  There are a ton of good appetizers to choose from! Your Food Adventurers were already very impressed, and we had not yet tasted an entree.

The staff then brought out our dinners which were piping hot.  The Big Ragu ordered Pan Fried Walleye.  The piece of fish was huge and overlapped the plate like Ragu’s belly on his belt.  The walleye was superb and served with freshly hand breaded onion rings.  This dinner will satisfy big appetites and we loved every bite.  We tried an entree of Filet-Mignon.  The large steak was grilled to perfection and wrapped with bacon.   Ragu smiled after trying a bite of the steak and devouring a plate of smelts.  Obviously the kitchen knows what they are doing, and it shows in each and every entree.  We upped the ante by trying a unique side of purple pickled eggs and beets.  It was pretty tasty!

What’s a Food Adventure Without Purple Pickled Eggs?

Our meals, menu sampling and Food Adventure was a complete success.  We love this place!  The staff and owners of the restaurant could not have been more attentive.  Good restaurant service is an art, and you will find assertive waitresses and waiters here.  Nick’s has a reputation for great food, and we discovered why they have such a loyal following.  When  you go Nick’s, it is obvious they take pride in what they bring to diner’s tables.  The variety is there, and the taste is there.  Can you think of another restaurant that has purple pickled eggs, beets AND smelts on their menu?  It is truly a unique eatery! Nick’s is another perfect example of why Food Adventures exists, and we are happy to shed light on this unbeaten stairway to taste heaven.   We were very impressed and now we understand why Nick’s website is gotonicks.com.  It is because you HAVE to go there !  It is American style pub food with a gourmet twist.  Trust us on this one, a jaunt down North Detroit Street is your ticket to a meal that will fill you up and have you raving.

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Whats up? Doc’s Place in Lebanon

July 18, 2012 By Dayton937 Leave a Comment

Fillet Mignon dinner at Doc’s Place

Just south of Dayton, in the town of Lebanon, is a place where pub meets grub.  Doc’s Place isn’t your usual watering hole.  For example, they have a chef, Carlos Silveti who has culinary experience in Spain and Italy.  The result is a fresh menu in a historic building.  Doc’s place is located among the shops of  Downtown Lebanon.  The menu ranges from wings, salads and soup to steak and fish entrees.  Truly a treat, and truly a spot where foodies feel welcome.

Deep Fried Green Beans

Our Food Adventure ran the gauntlet of much of the menu, as  The Big Ragu tried fillet mignon, crab cakes, and fried green beans.   All of the menu items were spot on, even pub favorites such as wings and fried calamari.  The restaurant has personality, located in a building that was erected in 1896.

Crab Cake Dinner

Half of Doc’s Place is a bar, and the other half is a dining room.  The popular place is not very large, so you can expect a small wait at peak times.  We suggest you get there early, bring a group of friends, and share the tastes of this family owned eatery.  Whether you try a hand cut steak, or some specialty items made from scratch, Doc’s Place is another Lebanon treasure.  Stop in and get a prescription for your appetite, because the food here is just what the Doctor ordered.

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Cinn-Wagon food truck

Cinn-Wagon food truck will join us out front at Miami Valley Sports Bar on June 8, 12, 14, 15, 18, 19,...

12:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Next Up Taste & Grill

June 26 @ 12:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Next Up Taste & Grill

1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Leave No Trace: Library Scavenger Hunt

June 26 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Leave No Trace: Library Scavenger Hunt

Did you know that 80,000 tons of solid waste are produced in the national parks annually? Come learn how to...

4:00 pm - 7:00 pm Recurring

Lebanon Farmers Market

June 26 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm Recurring

Lebanon Farmers Market

The Lebanon Farmers Market is open 4 pm to 7 pm every Thursday mid-May through mid-October.  We are located in...

4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Wheel Fresh Pizza

June 26 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Wheel Fresh Pizza

Pepperoni Pizza Classic pepperoni, mozzarella, provolone and fresh-made sauce $17.00 Cheese Pizza Mozzarella/Provolone blend, and fresh-made pizza sauce $16.00 Sausage...

4:30 pm

STAGE & SIP 

June 26 @ 4:30 pm

STAGE & SIP 

STAGE & SIP redefines the traditional theatre experience for adults ages 21 and up. On June 26 at 4:30 p.m., join...

$35 – $117
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Recurring

Grapes & Groves

June 26 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Recurring

Grapes & Groves

Join us every Thursday to Taste Wine at your own pace. Each Thursday we will have one of our highly...

5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Recurring

Rolling Easy

June 26 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Recurring

Rolling Easy

Mobile food trailer w/ freshly made street food: crispy wonton rolls filled with fresh ingredients, prime rib sliders, grilled cheese...

+ 7 More
8:30 am - 9:30 am Recurring

Ronald McDonald House Breakfast Briefing

June 27 @ 8:30 am - 9:30 am Recurring

Ronald McDonald House Breakfast Briefing

Come tour our brand new Ronald McDonald House, hear stories from the heart, and learn how you can get involved...

Free
10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Paul Laurence Dunbar Annual Graveside Tribute

June 27 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Paul Laurence Dunbar Annual Graveside Tribute

Woodland Cemetery, members of the Dunbar Alumni Association and Dayton Dunbareans will celebrate another annual graveside tribute to Dayton’s own...

Free
3:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Dayton Convention Center Community Open House

June 27 @ 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Dayton Convention Center Community Open House

You're Invited to the Dayton Convention Center Community Open House!   Friday, June 27, 2025 | 3:00 PM – 7:00...

Free
4:00 pm - 8:00 pm Recurring

Wanna Be Tacos

June 27 @ 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm Recurring

Wanna Be Tacos

Classic Taco Seasoned beef, lettuce, tomato, cheese and green onion. Choice of soft flour or fried corn shell. $4.00 3...

4:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Gourmet Mac Shak

June 27 @ 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Gourmet Mac Shak

Gourmet Mac & Cheese, Juicy Hand-breaded Chicken Tenders, Wicked Wings, Loaded Nachos, Loaded Fries, Chicken Sandwiches

4:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Xenia Food Truck Rally

June 27 @ 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Xenia Food Truck Rally

We’re rolling into the weekend with flavor! Bring your appetite, your friends, and the kids — we’ve got dinner covered...

4:00 pm - 10:00 pm Recurring

Cruise In at the Roadhouse

June 27 @ 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm Recurring

Cruise In at the Roadhouse

Cruise In at the Roadhouse is taking place at Rip Rap Roadhouse, which is located at 6024 Rip Rap Rd. in Huber Heights....

4:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Evans Family Ranch 4th of July Celebration

June 27 @ 4:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Evans Family Ranch 4th of July Celebration

Our EPIC Event of the year is near! Follow along and join us FRIDAY June 27th!! FOOD TRUCK LINEUP IS...

+ 15 More
6:00 am - 11:00 am

Dawg Gone Long Run 50K

June 28 @ 6:00 am - 11:00 am

Dawg Gone Long Run 50K

Dawg Gone Long Run features some of the best single-track around Caesar Creek lake south of SR 73. The largest...

8:00 am - 12:00 pm Recurring

Yellow Springs Farmers Market

June 28 @ 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Recurring

Yellow Springs Farmers Market

For over 20 years this market has been made up of a hardworking group of men, women and children, dedicated...

8:30 am - 12:00 pm Recurring

Downtown Franklin Farmers Market

June 28 @ 8:30 am - 12:00 pm Recurring

Downtown Franklin Farmers Market

Join us every Saturday through Sept 13, 8.30 a.m. - 12 p.m. for local products including fresh produce, honey/jams, and...

9:00 am - 12:00 pm Recurring

Oakwood Farmers Market

June 28 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Recurring

Oakwood Farmers Market

The 2025 Oakwood Farmers’ Market will be held Saturdays, June 7th thru October 11th, from 9 am until 12pm. The...

9:00 am - 1:00 pm Recurring

Greene County Farmers Market

June 28 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Recurring

Greene County Farmers Market

The outdoor Farmers Market on Indian Ripple Rd. in Beavercreek runs Saturdays, 9-1 even during the winter months. Check out...

9:00 am - 2:00 pm Recurring

Shiloh Farmers Market

June 28 @ 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Recurring

Shiloh Farmers Market

The farmers’ market is located on the corner of Main St. & Philadelphia Dr, in the parking lot of Shiloh...

10:00 am - 2:00 pm Recurring

Farmers Market at The Heights

June 28 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Recurring

Farmers Market at The Heights

Join us for the Farmers Market at The Heights Saturdays 10a-2pm. All products are either homemade or homegrown or support...

10:00 am - 2:00 pm Recurring

New Carlisle Farmer’s Market

June 28 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Recurring

New Carlisle Farmer’s Market

The New Carlisle Farmer's Market takes place every Saturday morning on Main Street. Come get lunch. Shop the market.  We'll have...

+ 25 More
9:00 am - 12:00 pm Recurring

Downtown Troy Farmers’ Market

June 29 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Recurring

Downtown Troy Farmers’ Market

Downtown Troy Farmers' Market will run Saturday mornings 9:00 am to 12:00 pm from June 22nd, 2013 through September 21st,...

11:00 am - 1:00 pm Recurring

Kid’s Pasta Class

June 29 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Recurring

Kid’s Pasta Class

Kid's Pasta Class (For Ages 3-7) Bring your littles in for a fun hands-on pasta making where we'll hand-mix dough...

11:30 am

7-course Wine Brunch

June 29 @ 11:30 am

7-course Wine Brunch

Everyone keeps asking for Meadowlark brunch and for more wine events! We heard you, combined the two, and reservations are...

$85
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm

Cheese Book Club!

June 29 @ 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm

Cheese Book Club!

$30
12:00 pm - 5:00 pm

KidzFest 2025

June 29 @ 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm

KidzFest 2025

Circus-themed Family Fun, Hands-on Activities & Workshops! KidzFest 2025 is a family friendly festival with circus-themed activities! Enjoy roaming entertainment, magicians,...

Free
1:00 pm Recurring

MJ: The Musical

June 29 @ 1:00 pm Recurring

MJ: The Musical

He is one of the greatest entertainers of all time. Now, Michael Jackson’s unique and unparalleled artistry comes to Dayton...

$57 – $219
1:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Schmidt’s Sausage Truck

June 29 @ 1:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Schmidt’s Sausage Truck

3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Recurring

The Understudy

June 29 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Recurring

The Understudy

Franz Kafka’s undiscovered masterpiece in its Broadway premiere is the hilarious and apropos setting for Theresa Rebeck’s exploration of the...

$18
+ 8 More
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