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Giovanni's

Giovanni Lunch Tuesday To Benefit Hurricane Helene Relief

October 6, 2024 By Lisa Grigsby

Here are the details about lunch at Giovanni’s Fairborn on  Tuesday, Oct 8th from 11am – 2pm . Giovanni’s is asking that you come out so they can send proceeds to those affected by Hurricane Helene. Many of which are bracing for another storm this week.

They will have our Full Pizza Menu available.
From the Kitchen they will offer  $15.99 Lunches that include a Main and 2 sides:
Main Dishes (pick 1)
Italian Pot Roast
1/2 Blimp
1/2 Deluxe Muffaletta (not our traditional one)
1/2 Italian Beef
1/2 Meatball Sub
6 Wings (Honey Garlic, Parmesan Garlic Buffalo, & Teriyaki)
Bowtie Pasta with Garlic Cream Sauce, Chicken, Asparagus, and Sundried Tomatoes
Sides(pick 2)
Italian Parmesan Fries
Poppers
Mozzarella Cheese Sticks
Mashed Potatoes
Side Salad
Meatballs
Your lunch will  help those in need affected by Hurricane Helene.

Filed Under: Dayton Dining, The Featured Articles Tagged With: Giovanni's, Hurricane Helene relief

Tuesday is Burger Night at Giovanni’s

May 31, 2024 By Lisa Grigsby

Giovanni’s owner Cassaundra Spaziani has announced the Fairborn eatery will open up this Tuesday June 4th from 4-8 for a special BURGER NIGHT! The special menu will include the following burgers:

Cassaundra says they are working on the finishing touches to a new burger to be announced. The last time they did a burger night they sold out  the Gorgonzola Stuffed Burger, Meatball Patty Melt, and the Pizza Burger last time. They  will definitely make sure they are  prepare more this time around!

Side available will include Italian Coleslaw, pasta salad, homemade onion rings and fries.

Happy hour priced drink pricing will be in effect for Burger Night. Tell them DaytonDining sent you!


Giovanni’s Fairborn

215 W Main St,
Fairborn, OH,  45324
(937) 878-1611

Filed Under: Dayton Dining, The Featured Articles Tagged With: Burger Night, Giovanni's

The Best Italian Beef Sandwich in Town!

December 21, 2023 By Lisa Grigsby

As many of you all might know, I have often craved a classic Italian Beef sandwich like I used to get back home in Chicago at places like Al’s #1 Italian Beef  or Portillo’s Italian Beef.  Perfectly spiced roasted beef, slow-cooked to tender perfection served on a Turano orgnella French rolls, topped with giardiniera and  served with au jus for dipping.  For those not in the know, Chicago-Style Hot Giardiniera is an amazing condiment used to add an explosive burst of flavor to some of their famous dishes like Italian Beef Sandwiches and deep dish pizza.  Loaded with finely chopped veggies, spicy peppers, olives, oil, and oregano, this flavorful addition will quickly earn a spot on your condiment shelf.

Here’s where we’ve found Italian Beef sandwiches in the Miami Valley:

Giovanni’s in Fairborn makes a pretty good one,  Served warm on soft bread with lots of meat, and the dipping juice is on point!

Home Sweet Home in Englewood has their spin. Sliced Beef, with Giardiniera, Provolone Cheese. Served with Au Jus. and it comes with a side! Haven’t tried it, but it’s on the list.
Many people around town have recommend Chicago Gyros and Dogs Beavercreek.  According to their menu they serve up Chicago style beef in Au Jus with sauteed green peppers and onions on a Gonnella roll.  But when I went it was served on a hoagie roll, which just doesn’t hold up for the dipping. But they do get props for the hand cut fries.
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Jasper Kitchen + Bar in Xenia has a sandwich they call “The RBF” on the menu, they describe as roast beef topped with melted provolone, giardiniera and dusted with parmesan on a hoagie roll, that is on my “to eat” list. 

 

I finally found one that lives up to my memories!

Had one at Tony & Pete’s in the Fireblocks downtown last week and all I can say is Wow! My fellow foodie Bryan Suddith went on my recommendation yesterday and here’s what he had to say: “This may have been the best sandwich I’ve ever had in Dayton. I said what I said. The Italian beef from Tony and Pete’s was as near a perfect sandwich as I’ve had in our fair city. And I’ve had a few. Don’t ask. I did drink the au jus like a fine soup after my sandwich was finished. Without shame.”

Filed Under: Dayton Dining, The Featured Articles Tagged With: Bryan Suddith, chicago gyros and dogs, Giovanni's, Home Sweet Home, italian beef, Jasper's, Tony & Pete's

Fairborn Italian Restaurant Celebrates 70th!

November 13, 2023 By Lisa Grigsby

Giovanni’s of Fairborn was opened 70 years ago by the DiPasquale family, with various brothers taking charge over the years.  The last brother who owned it, Louie had

sold their Centerville location Antoni’s and wasn’t pleased with how the new owners changed things. So when he went to sell Giovanni’s in Fairborn he wanted to find a new owner that would honor their traditions. He knew Tony Spaziani from the Sons of Italy, so he trusted him to carry on the business.  In the first  years of owning the restaurant, Tony only changed the Italian sausage, and then five years in changed the marinara.  Tony’s daughter Cassaundra has been running the restaurant for the past ten years, while her father stepped back from the day to day, still stopping in to check on things until his health prevented him and he passed away in August of 2022.  Cassundra said she learned a lot from her dad and appreciates that he made her go work for other restaurants before coming back to manage theirs.

She is proud to carry on the tradition of the Italian eatery and is “so appreciative of the support they get from the community of Fairborn, their regulars and most of all our staff.”  She’s got a few employees that have worked at the restaurant for over 20 years and multiple staffers that have been there for 10+ years.

They’ll be celebrating their 70th anniversary with specials all week:
Open on Tuesday To Celebrate 5-8pm
They will be offering all of the items on our first menu from 1953 with just a couple of extras: Full Pizza Menu, Blimps, Steak Subs, Meatball Subs, Italian Sausage Subs with Peppers & Onions, Spaghetti with Marinara or Meatballs, Cheese Ravioli with Marinara or Meatballs
Dinner Salad with House or French

Wednesday
Celebrating 70 years by celebrating Tony! Starting at 5:00 you can come in and of course you can order a pizza or off our menu and one of our regular dinners but there will be have the option to  Create Your Own 4 Course Menu from Tony’s Favorites

You’ll pick one item from each category:
Appetizer – Cioppino, Spicy Clams, Calamri, Meatballs on a Stick, or a mini version of a Campagna Salad (Hot Bread Salad)
Salad– Caesar, Spring Mix Salad, Wedge
Dinner – Linguini & Clams, Spaghetti Carbonara (no cream!), Pasta & Sausage, Cavatelli with Meatballs
Dessert – Tony wasn’t one much for dessert but he did enjoy biscotti with his coffee. You can also choose from a slice of my pumpkin cheesecake, Spumoni ice cream, or a cannoli.
All dinners will also come with a 9 ounce pour of a glass of wine from Tony’s private wine collection. Most of the wines are reds but you will have a few wines to choose from. Tony also loved celebrating with a Bellini. That will also be a drink option.
The price of the 4 course dinner is $39.39. (when Tony turned 40, he claimed he was 39 for a good 5 years afterwards. It always made me laugh). Tony wasn’t the original owner of Giovanni’s but he sure loved it as if he was. He was so proud of Giovanni’s and Fairborn. We wanted to include him in our celebration 💚🤍❤️

Thursday–
Guests can play plinko or spin the wheel for a discount or door prize. Some of the prizes on the wheel will be: pay 1953 prices, one free meal, pay 1993 prices, free dessert,or a free t-shirt.
Friday & Saturday
They will be giving away cupcakes
from Cake, Hope and Love after your meal
Sunday from noon – 5pm
Giovanni’s will host an Italian Buffet as the Grand Finale to our 70th Anniversary Week. The Buffet will include Pizzas, Salads, Breadsticks, Blimp Subs, Baked Ziti, Meatballs, Eggplant Caprese, Rosemary Roasted Chicken, Garlic Roasted Red Potatoes, Chicken Alfredo Pasta a variety of Ravioli and Desserts. Also includes a Soft Drink, Tea, or Coffee for $19.95 per person and $3.00 Bellinis.

Giovanni’s Fairborn

215 W Main Street
Fairborn, OH
937-878-1611
Wednesday – Sunday
11:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Filed Under: Dayton Dining, The Featured Articles Tagged With: Cassaundra Sap, Giovanni's, Tony Spaziani

Giovanni’s Pop Up Soup Sale

January 27, 2023 By Lisa Grigsby

Loaded Potato Soup

Giovanni’s Fairborn is hosting a pop up soup show this Tuesday, Jan 31st  from 4-7pm. 

 They’ll be cooking up large batches of their most popular soups all day and offering them for $13.99 for a half gallon and $22.99 for a gallon. Add an order of bread sticks for just $3 tomorrow only.

Soups available will be:
Chili
Loaded Potato
Garlic Soup
Spicy Sausage & Lentil
Creamy Chicken Florentine
Minestrone

Garlic Soup

 


Giovanni’s Fairborn

215 W Main Street
Fairborn, OH 45324
(937) 878-1611

Filed Under: Dayton Dining Tagged With: Giovanni's, soup

Fairborn’s Favorite Italian Restaurant Welcomes You Back!

December 11, 2020 By Dayton Most Metro

Giovanni’s Italian Restaurant is looking forward to the holiday season and planning several events for their customers to enjoy.

On Wednesday, December 9th, Giovanni’s was able to re-open their main dining room to welcome back guests, at a reduced capacity.  They have 8 booths and 1 ten-top table available for the time-being; and hope to increase that capacity as it is wise to do so.  Those who would like to dine at the restaurant are strongly encouraged to either make a reservation or to call ahead to ensure they are able to accommodate the party.

The Feast of the Seven Fishes, an Italian American Tradition, features fish and seafood-centric cuisine, prepared with Italian flair.  If you would like to join them on December 22, 2020 for this event, there will be only one seating for dine-in beginning at 6:30pm, and reservations are required. Curbside pick-up is available from 4-6:00pm and may include bottles of wine to pair with the dinners, if desired.

Christmas Eve Dinner featuring Prime Rib and all the trimmings (including dessert), will be from 4-8pm on December 24, 2020.  Reservations are required if you are dining in – but curbside pick-up is also available for this meal.

Manager, Cassaundra Spaziani is excited to welcome guests back to Giovanni’s, even if it is at a reduced capacity. “It’s been a tough year for everyone, and we’re looking to the bright side of things this holiday season.  It is our primary objective to keep people safe when they dine with us – either at home or in the restaurant – while providing a great experience and the food we love, that makes us proud!”

Giovanni’s Italian Restaurant is family-owned and operated by the Spaziani Family.  Located in Fairborn, OH on Main Street, Giovanni’s offers a cozy atmosphere in which to enjoy their scratch-made Italian food.   Curbside pick-up, in-house dining, and Grubhub delivery are all great ways to enjoy their authentic Italian fare!


Giovanni’s
A Fairborn Tradition since 1953

215 W Main St,
Fairborn, OH 45324

937- 878-1611

 

Filed Under: Dayton Dining, The Featured Articles Tagged With: Cassaundra Spaziani, Fairborn, Giovanni's

Family Owned Eatery to Release House-Made Marinara

January 30, 2019 By Dayton Most Metro

Giovanni’s Italian Restaurante will be holding a special one-night event, Will You Marinara Me? Giovanni’s Marinara Release and Dinner, on February 11th beginning at 5:30 PM. This marinara filled event will feature several dishes all using Giovianni’s House-Made Marinara, which will also be for sale in 32oz jars for the first time.

 

This family-friendly event will also include activities celebrating Valentine’s Day and a door-prize raffle.  A portion of proceeds for the event and marinara sales will be donated to the American Heart Association in the spirit of Valentine’s Day and the season of love.

 

Manager, Cassaundra Spaziani shares how excited Giovanni’s is for this new product and fundraising event. “Offering our signature marinara sauce to the public is something we wanted to do for a while now. Here at Giovanni’s, we are all about community and family, and sharing a meal is a great way to bring members of a community and families together.” Spaziani continues with her passion for helping others, “Being part of a community is lending a helping hand to those around you. It’s important to us to help others whenever we can. That’s why we are donating a portion of proceeds to the American Heart Association.”

 

This is the perfect night to come out and sample a wide variety of marinara inspired dishes, eat with friends or a loved one, and celebrate Valentine’s Day. Entry and dinner is only $10 per person with a cash bar available to those 21 and over. You must RSVP by February 10th to ensure entry.

Make sure to reserve your placeby calling the restaurant at 937-878-1611.


Giovanni’s Fairborn
215 W Main St
Fairborn, Ohio
(937) 878-1611
Hours
Monday – Closed
Tue. – Thur.: 11 a.m.-10 p.m.
Fri. and Sat.: 11 a.m.-11 p.m.
Sun.: 11 a.m.-10 p.m.

Filed Under: Dayton Dining, The Featured Articles Tagged With: Giovanni's, Marinara Sauce

Giovanni’s Presents Feast of Seven Fishes

November 27, 2017 By Lisa Grigsby

Celebrating an Italian tradition usually observed on Christmas Eve, Giovanni’s will present the Feast of Seven Fishes on Monday, December 18th at 6:30pm.

According to Eataly.com the ancient tradition dates from the Roman Catholic custom of abstinence from meat and dairy products on the eve of certain holidays, including Christmas.  The number seven is rooted back in ancient times and it can be connected to multiple Catholic symbols: in fact, the seven seems repeated more than 700 times in the Bible. Also, according to the Roman Catholic Church, seven are the sacraments, the days of the Creation, as well as the deadly sins. Hence seven courses!

The seven course meal will  include favorites like Crab Bisque, Linguini with Clams and Lobster Risotto. Not only this, but dinner will also include 3 glasses of wine, an after dinner drink, as well as a dessert from Cake, Hope, and Love.  The feast is  just $65.99 per person.

Reservations are required and can be made by calling the restaurant at 937-878-1611.

Giovanni’s Fairborn is located at 215 W Main St, Fairborn, Ohio 45324

Filed Under: Dayton Dining, The Featured Articles Tagged With: Feast of 7 Fishes, Giovanni's

Join Us For A Giovanni’s Food Adventure!

August 26, 2016 By Dayton937 Leave a Comment

Pizza will be part of the 5 Courses !

Pizza! Wine! Pasta! Tiramisu!  That’s what is promised at the first ever, one-night-only, Food Adventure dinner at Giovanni’s Italian Restaurant!

FIVE DINNER COURSES, 2 WINES TO SAMPLE,
1 NIGHT ONLY !

YES ! We are opening the restaurant just for our group only – a true private party!

BUY YOUR TICKET HERE  – They are only available online through Dayton Most Metro

The one-of-a-kind event will happen at 6:30pm on September 19th. Take your tastebuds on a tour of Italy at this legendary Miami Valley eatery.

Mon. Sept 19th – 1 night only Food Adventure

Every week, all year,  the Food Adventures crew shares articles here on Dayton Most Metro.  This week’s article is especially exciting for us as we unleash an extravaganza.  Please get your tickets now, because there is limited seating.

This is a PERFECT chance to get a good sample of the Giovanni’s menu.  The price includes the tip, so sit back, relax and enjoy.  Want the full scoop on the event?  Here ya go !

 

HERE’S THE SKINNY:

WHERE: GIOVANNI’S PIZZERIA & RISTORANTE ITALIANO, an iconic, respected Dayton area restaurant located at 215 W Main St, Fairborn, OH 45324

WHEN: MONDAY NIGHT , SEPTEMBER 19th at 6:30 PM – We have the entire restaurant to ourselves!

COST: $35 per person, includes tip.   Guests for this dinner must be 21 and over, please. (Tickets are pre pay only — click HERE TO BUY TICKETS

Giovanni’s food always pleases

WHAT: A FIVE COURSE DINNER and TWO WINE pairings of the GIOVANNI’s MENU and ITALIAN WINERIES.

COURSE 1: STUFFED VIDALIA ONION APPETIZER: An Italian style appetizer, so unique and so good

COURSE 2: TWO SLICES OF PIZZA: PEPPERONI and MARGHERITA STYLE.  the legendary pizza that made Giovanni’s a Dayton icon

COURSE 3: CAESAR SALAD – Fresh, crunchy and creamy

COURSE 4: TRIO OF:

     a) FETTUCINI ALFREDO – Flat pasta noodles and creamy, house alfredo sauce

     b) LASAGNA – Homemade like “the old country”

     c) PASTA WITH SAUSAGE:  Ziti with fresh, creamy tomato sauce and sausage

2 wine pairings – Salut ! Vino !!

COURSE 5: TIRAMISU – The classic, creamy Italian dessert that will leave you speechless.

Mama Mia White and Mama Mia Red Wine will be served during the second and fourth courses.

 

We cant wait for the vino and pasta.  This will be a Food Adventure for the ages!  Door prizes, trivia and personal stories with the owners, the Spaziani family will fill the night.  Learn about their family tradition and philosophy about Italian food.

Whether you live in Fairborn, or not, this is a great locally owned spot that you have to try.  Please join us for this personal night out with Giovanni’s staff and the Food Adventures Crew !

TICKETS  ARE PRE-PAY ONLY and are ONLY AVAILABLE AT THIS LINK – so click here

 

 Follow the world that is Dayton’s Food scene with 7,000 other foodies on Food Adventures Facebook Page.  
“Like” the page, and join the fun and discussion by clicking HERE.

Pizzas galore

A pasta trio rendition

 

Sausage and Pasta

Fettuccine Alfredo

Lasagna

Pasta and Sausage

Gnocchi dish with Red Pepper flakes added

5 topping pizza

Wine dinner !

Pizza with proscuitto

Giovanni’s is a delightful experience every time…

Back Entrance

Chicken and Pasta

Front Glass

A Dayton Legend

Iconic dishes – like this gnocchi

a Slice of life

Lobster Ravioli

 

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Garlic Fest Announces Food Vendors for Sunday

July 15, 2016 By Dayton937 Leave a Comment

Bacon Wrapped, Grilled Chicken Legs.

Another exclusive scoop for our Food Adventure fans.   Sons of Italy Lodge, Dayton Most Metro and Dayton Dining have finalized the food vendors for Sunday’s Garlic Fest.

Are you a foodie?  Then Daytonians, this weekend is your chance to eat, drink and be garlicky all while listening to one of Columbus’ favorite bands, The Danger Brothers.  Cooking Demos, beer, garlic eating contest and craft vendors fill out an all star lineup..

Fasten your garlic burps, here we go !!!

 

HERE’S THE SKINNY:

— WHAT: GARLIC FEST and BOCCE CLASSIC 

Upstate NY Hot Dog

— WHEN: SUNDAY, JULY 17th from NOON- 8PM

— WHERE: BELLA VILLA HALL – 2625 County Line Rd, Beavercreek

— WHAT ELSE:  FREE ADMISSION – FOOD VENDORS  – CRAFT VENDORS – BEER TRUCKS

— FREE COOKING DEMOS – inside the Bella Villa Hall Main room

1pm Our own JACKIE SCANLAN aka “HUNGRY JAX” from Food Adventures  

2pm Our own LEEANNE “CHEF HOUSE” from Food Adventures  and HouseMade Sriracha

3pm Special guest, CHEF ANNE KEARNEY, 2 times James Beard award winner and owner of Rue Dumaine

— GARLIC EATING CONTEST 4:45pm by the stage – Prize money is $100.. can you beat the competition ???

— FREE CONCERT by THE DANGER BROTHERS  5pm – 8 pm – a RARE Dayton appearance by the band you know from Buckeye’s games Hiney Gate Parties on Lane Ave. PARTY ROCK N ROLL at its most fun  – HANG ON SLOOPY – Could be the biggest O… H.. I … O chant in Dayton history.

 

GARLIC FEST FOOD VENDORS:

1) FRICKER’S – We smell garlic chicken on the horizon! Dayton’s chicken experts roll the truck in for some good eats.

2) TEXAS BEEF AND CATTLE CO. – Slow cook BBQ experts on the premises.. We expect garlic rubbed brisket among other slow smoked specialties.  Meats! Meats! Meats!

Garlic Boneless Wings

3) GIOVANNI’S – Fairborn’s legendary Italian restaurant brings the garlic eats.  Expect some hearty, filling menu items here.

4) SWEET P’S HANDMADE ICE POPS – Fruitty, fresh and COLD.  This will cool your hot head and your mouth will thank you.

5) SCRATCH CATERING:  Their garlic chicken tenders stole hearts last year.  What else do they have in store from Chef Hayden?

6) GYRO PALACE:  Huge, gaping gyros loaded with tons of meat, veggies and garlic

Spicy Garlic Chicken over White Rice

tzatziki sauce.  Get some !

7) THE HOLY CANNOLI BOOTH – The Italian club is deep frying cannoli and sprinkling chocolate on top.  A religious experience in taste!

8) ZOMBIE DOGZ – The king of Dayton’s Food trucks promises 2 never before done flavored hot dogs !  STAY TUNED !

9) RITTERS FROZEN CUSTARD:  Cool sundaes loaded with toppings and sauces.  If you dont get whip cream on your nose, it doesn’t count.

2 New Flavors coming to Garlic Fest

10) Q FOOD FOR EVERYONE: Bacon wrapped chicken legs, Garlic shrimp and salmon are the possible choices here with BBQ.

11) MOHAWK FREESTYLE GRILL:  Garlic Mohawk Burgers and more!  More than a mouthful and so juicy.  Chef Aaron wont dissapoint you!

12) BOURBON STREET GRILL and CAFE:  Spicy chicken or Bourbon Chicken all made with garlic and poured over your choice of rice.

James Nunez and his BBQ crew

13) MAMMA DISALVOS – Who better to do garlic fest than these guys?  We expect garlic pasta and more from this Italian crew.

14) DEEP FRIED HEAVEN – From veggies to garlic pizza fries, these guys are gonna deep fry some delicious specialty items.

15) KOWALSKI HOTS:  In upstate New York they say “hots” instead of hot dogs.  This guy grills red and white hots, not spicy just hot dogs and brands you can only find in upstate New York. As for garlic sauce or coney sauce.

Fresh Popsicles

GARLIC FEST CRAFT VENDORS:

1) THE SPICY OLIVE: Garlic infused olive oil and more flavors ! Fresh Olive oil guaranteed.
2) WEEZY’S GARLIC:  Garlic for sale..  health benefits galore
3) COSTCO:  Your favorite spot for warehouse deals.  If you dont know about them, now’s the chance …
4) SCENTSY: Wickless candles, electric warmers and flavored waxes.  Wonderful fragrances.
5) SERVANTHOOD STICHERY:  Unique crafts and puzzle lamps.  Defintely worth a visit.

We expect some yummy garlic dishes from Giovannis

6) NERIUM INTERNATIONAL: Age defying skin creams and moisturizers.  Look young while eating that garlic item.
7) LOVE HARVEST BODY ART:  Face painting.  Kids love this stuff and what adult wouldnt look good with some garlic on their cheek.
8) PAINTED HORSE STUDIO: Clay art and hot sauces.  A local art teacher and her husband have some unique items for sale.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Garlic Chicken

 

 

 

 

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Monday Night Wine, Appetizer & Pasta Buffet at Giovanni’s

July 25, 2015 By Lisa Grigsby

appetizerWine lovers and foodies, this Monday night Giovanni’s, located at 215 W. Main Street in Fairborn, are opening their doors for a special night of food and wine.  Tickets are $35 (plus tax and gratuity) and guests will have the opportunity to sample many  wines. They will have over 75 wines to choose from and many will be offered for purchase at a discount.

There will be  two pasta stations for you to create your own pasta dish along with  appetizers like Mussels, Brushetta, Baked Caprese, Fig & Prosciutto Pizza, Marsala Chicken Wings, Prime Rib Skewers and Crab Cakes.

Some of the wines being  offered are from owner Tony Spaziani’s private collection from his trips to Italy include:

Il Poggione Brunello Di Montalcino 1997 11034405_819351851447813_5012994542280531838_o

Cantine Aurora Piemonte Moscato 2006

Fontanafredda Serralunga d’Alba Barolo 2007

Reservations are required and can be made by calling the restaurant at 937-878-1611.

Filed Under: Dayton Dining, The Featured Articles Tagged With: Giovanni's

Here Comes the FLEURS ET VIN Festival!

May 14, 2014 By Dayton937 Leave a Comment

“Fleurs et Vin” Festival will feature over 400 wines for tasting !

Get ready to raise your wine glass this Sunday at Carillon Park , because Dayton’s premier wine and gourmet food festival arrives!!

That’s right, the one and only shindig known as “FLEURS ET VIN” (flowers and wine in French) takes place this weekend!

This is a Food Adventure and Wine extravaganza that you don’t want to miss.  The Big Ragu will be there in full force!

 

WHAT:  FLEURS ET VIN FESTIVAL

WHERE: At Historic Carillon Park,  1000 Carillon Blvd.  Dayton, Ohio 45409

WHEN: SUNDAY MAY 18th from 1pm – 4pm

WHY: To benefit AIDS Resoruce Center of Dayton Ohio

MUST DRINKS:  Over 400 wines available for tasting and a Beer Garden !

MUST EATS:  Local restaurants providing samples of menu specialties.

Restaurants Include: Amar India, Carvers Steaks & Chops, Central Perc European Cafe, Chappys Tap Room and Grille, Coco’s Bistro, El Meson, Figlio, Giovanni’s, Jay’s Seafood, Kohler’s Catering,  Lock 27 Brewing,  Mamma DiSalvo’s,  Neil’s Heritage House,  The Oakwood Club, Salar Restaurant and Lounge The Dock, The Deli at Webster Street & Top of the Market and Thai 9.

WHAT ELSE: Live Music during the festival by J.t. Fedrick and the Sax Groove, a silent auction that ends at 3pma and a Live Auction that starts  at 4pm 

COST: $70 in advance, $75 at the door  click HERE for more ticket info

Just in Case: Don’t drink and drive- Divine Services will be on hand if you and your car need a ride home.

Fleurs Et Vin is something you must experience as a true Daytonian.  Experience the best wines in the world, paired with Dayton’s Best Restaurant offerings.  It is for charity, which makes getting a ticket a no brainer.  Support Dayton, support the AIDS Resource Center, and join the fun at Carillon Park.  Treat yourself to a Food Adventure !

We raise our wine glasses high and say “Here’s to Fleurs Et Vin, the toast of the town this Sunday!”  See you under the big tents!

Are you a Dayton foodie?  Then join us for more fun Food Adventures by “liking”us on Facebook.

Check out our photo gallery below from last year’s event!

 

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Fleurs Et Vin: A Great Success at Carrillon Park

May 31, 2013 By Dayton937 Leave a Comment

Each Guest Received Souvenir Glasses

Did you miss it?  Endless wine tasting and all the food samplings you wanted were featured at the 2013 Fleurs et Vin Festival held at Carillon Park on May 19th.  The Big Ragu was on hand with Dayton Most Metro’s staff, greeting the massive crowds and sample the various offerings.  It was a Food Adventure paradise in the heart of Dayton, and a must eat on our list of events.

If you were not able to make it to this annual benefit for the AIDS Resource Center Ohio, then check out our recap, below.

Here’s the Skinny:

— FLEURS ET VIN is Dayton’s Premier Wine and Gourmet Food Festival, typically held each year on a Sunday in May from 1-4pm under the tents at Carrillon Historical Park.  It is an all-you-want tasting event with a loyal following.

— ALL of the food and wine was donated by locally owned restaurants, allowing 100% of the proceeds to benefit AIDS Resource Center of Dayton.  A Food Adventure with a cause

— Admission price allowed you access to over 400 wines from around the world and taste menu samples from 20 local restaurants, along with a Belgian Beer Garden area !

— Live and Silent Auction areas allowed even more funds to be raised for this worthy cause that focuses of prevention and education about AIDS, along with service programs that help those in need with HIV/AIDS.

— Live music filled the air and added to the warm ambiance.

With so many good wines and so much good food, below are our picks for the best of the best from this spectacular event!

Crab Rangoon from Thai 9.  Our Favorite Rangoon in Dayton.

OUR FAVORITES  (THE FOOD):

Thai 9’s Crab Rangoon and Chicken with Rice:  In our opinion, the best crab rangoon in the Dayton area were these incredible samples from Thai9.  Stuffed full and deep, and served with a sweet side of Thai sauce, we found ourselves returning to this line often.  The Thai chicken dish was also incredible at this station.  It was a Thai pepper chicken, served in a brown, curry house sauce over a bed of white rice.  We told them we loved it, but our mouths were so full that they couldn’t understand us.

The Dock’s Crab Cakes:  Slowly seared on their portable flat top grill, these were flavorful, hand-packed circles of love.  The sauce that topped the crab cakes was the secret ingredient that kept us coming back for more.  The staff of The Dock probably wanted to file a restraining order against us for hanging out by their grill as much as we did.  We could not resist seconds of these scrumptious bites of crab heaven.

Hawthorn Grill’s  Sorbet and Strawberry ShortCake: All of the desserts at Hawthorn Grill are homemade by Chef Candace and her staff.   Her sorbet was a perfect, refreshing break during this hot event.  The bite size piece of cake, topped with a strawberry sauce also hit the spot.

Scratch Catering’s Beef Brisket and Carmelized Onion Bruschetta:  When doesn’t Chef Matt Hayden please the hungry crowds?  This delicious, slow-cooked sampling was just as pleasing to the eye, as it was to our taste buds.  The hits from Scratch Catering just keep on coming ….

OUR FAVORITES (THE WINES):

Canella Blood Orange Mimosa:  Talk about refreshing!   This tasty, bottled mimosa was the perfect drink, on this hot day.  The server at this booth had to be tired of us by the end of the event.   Probably our favorite offering from the Vintage Wine Distributor.  This Italian wine cocktail is made from grape wine and the juice and pulp of blood oranges from Sicily.

Heron Chardonnay:  A crisp, white wine made from 22 year old grape vines.  The winery is a female owned, family vineyard run by Laely Heron.   One of the few American women who made wine in France, Heron’s products are also produced in California.

Spreitzer Riesling 101:  This German Riesling comes from a winery owned by two brothers who have been honing their craft since 1997.  It was a cold, refreshing sip of sparkling goodness in the warm weather.

The Belgian Beer Garden: Although this was a wine festival, Heidelberg Distributing distracted us with some great beer selections.  Food Adventures enjoyed a couple of  Stella Artois beers in a souvenir pint.  The Big Ragu went for some Hoegaarden beer and an Ommegang Witte Beer.

All in all, this is Dayton’s “Wine me and dine me” Festival.  We loved being a part of a wonderful event, that supported a locally based AIDS charity.  Good local food and world class wines, what more could one ask for?   So let us end this Food Adventure, by raising our glass with a toast.. “Whether you love Merlot or Chardonnay, here’s to seeing you at Fleurs et Vin, next May!!”

For more wine, and no whine, visit Food Adventures on Facebook and “like” them by clicking HERE !

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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.

Please “like” Food Adventures and follow The Big Ragu, Hungry Jax and Chef House on Facebook by clicking  HERE ! 

 

 

Filed Under: Food Adventures, The Featured Articles Tagged With: anchovies, Big Ragu, chicken parmesan, Fairborn, Food Adventure, Food Adventures, Giovanni's, gnocchi, Italian restaurant, pasta, pizza

Italiano Vino Dinner

November 4, 2010 By Lisa Grigsby Leave a Comment

Giovanni’s Pizzeria and Ristoranto Italiano will be hosting a an Italian Fall Food  & Wine Dinner on Tuesday, Nov 9th at 6:30pm.  This 5 course dinner will be paired with 6 wines for the just $32.50 per person.  Reservations are required and due by Nov 7th. You can reach the Fairborn restaurant at 878-1611 and tell them DaytonMostMetro sent you!

WELCOMING DRINK
Lamarcu Prosecco

APPETIZER
Bruschetta with fresh made Rigotta and Tomato
Wine: Marchese Montefusco Syrah

PASTA
Cheese and Ham filled Ravioli with Sage Butter
Wine: Masi Masianco

SALAD
Asparagus and Mushroom Salad with Egg
Wine: Savuto Odoardi

MAIN ENTRE
Grilled Skirt Steak with Salsa Verde & Sauted Broccoli Rabe
Wine: Marchese Montefusco Nero d`Avola

DESSERT
Abruzzese Chocolate Cake
Wine: Rosa Regale

Filed Under: Dayton Dining Tagged With: Dayton Dining, Giovanni's, wine dinner

Fairborn’s Best Italian Eatery

June 2, 2010 By Lisa Grigsby 1 Comment

Giovanni’s Pizzeria é Ristorante Italiano has been serving up authentic Italian food and pizza at 215 W. Main Street  in Fairborn since 1984.

Giovanni’s was revitalized in 1994, when Tony Spaziani purchased the restaurant, doubled its dining space, added a party/banquet room and opened an in-house bakery. Spaziani, who grew up in a family of restaurateurs, continues to  include many of his own family specialties, including the traditional Italian bread made from his grandfather’s recipe.  Having won numerous awards for Best Pizza, and most recently adding glutten free pizza and pasta to his menu’s, Giovanni’s continues to serve up some of the best Italian food found in the Miami Valley.

Enjoy Giovanni’s June Specials:

Vadalia Onion Stuffed with Homemade Italian Sausage.$5.75

Spinach Salad with our Homemade Raspberry Dressing with Strawberries & Red Onions.
Large-$4.55 Small-$2.45

Grilled Chicken with Linguine Tossed in a Lemon Cream Sauce $12.85

Chicken Marsala with Mushrooms and Spinach over Angel Hair Pasta $12.25

Gnocchi with Gorgonzola Cream Sauce over a bed of Fresh Arugula $13.45

Giovanni’s
215 W. Main Street
Fairborn OH 45324
(937)878-1611

Filed Under: Dayton Dining Tagged With: Giovanni's, Italian, Tony Spaziani

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Ermal's Hefeweizen Returns Thursday, July 10th!  Back on tap & in 6pks - this classic wheat beer is brewed true...

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

National Shark Week Movie: Jaws

July 10 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

National Shark Week Movie: Jaws

Drop in for a special "Shark Week" movie to help promote education and interest in shark and oceanic research. Join...

4:00 pm - 7:00 pm Recurring

Lebanon Farmers Market

July 10 @ 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...

5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Recurring

Grapes & Groves

July 10 @ 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...

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9:00 am

Birdies and Bogeys for Breast Wishes

July 11 @ 9:00 am

Birdies and Bogeys for Breast Wishes

Join us for the Breast Wishes Foundation Golf Outing and tee up FORE a day of fun, giving back, and...

$125
12:00 pm - 9:00 pm

The PhilBilly Moonshine Full Moon Festival

July 11 @ 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm

The PhilBilly Moonshine Full Moon Festival

Get ready for a day of authentic American spirit! Meet Master Distillers from the hit TV show Moonshiners Master Distillers,...

4:00 pm - 10:00 pm Recurring

Cruise In at the Roadhouse

July 11 @ 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....

5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

The Great Dayton Food Truck Rally- 50 Trucks

July 11 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

The Great Dayton Food Truck Rally- 50 Trucks

We are excited to announce the biggest food truck rally Downtown Dayton has ever seen over a two day period!...

6:00 pm Recurring

Matilda: The Musical

July 11 @ 6:00 pm Recurring

Matilda: The Musical

Winner of 47 International Awards! Matilda is a little girl with astonishing wit, intelligence, and special powers. She's unloved by...

$39 – $79
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Wire-Wrapped Succulents: a Two-Part Workshop with Jenn & Shanon Queen

July 11 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Wire-Wrapped Succulents: a Two-Part Workshop with Jenn & Shanon Queen

Join us for a creative two-day workshop where you’ll learn the art of wire wrapping while crafting a charming wire-wrapped...

$65
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Living Color Closing Celebraton

July 11 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Living Color Closing Celebraton

Come enjoy the artwork and the vibe during the Closing Celebration for the group art exhibition "Living Color". Lite refreshments...

Free
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Recurring

LIVE TRIVIA with Trivia Shark

July 11 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Recurring

LIVE TRIVIA with Trivia Shark

Join us every Friday night at 6pm for Dayton's Best LIVE TRIVIA with Trivia Shark at Miami Valley Sports Bar!...

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8:00 am - 12:00 pm Recurring

Yellow Springs Farmers Market

July 12 @ 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...

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

2025 Dragons 5K

July 12 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

2025 Dragons 5K

Registration will open March 3, 2025, but if you participated in last year's race, check out your photos and learn...

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

2nd Annual Lebanon Pride Festiva

July 12 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

2nd Annual Lebanon Pride Festiva

Join us for the second ever PRIDE Celebration happening in Downtown Lebanon, Ohio! Come have a fabulous day of vendors,...

8:30 am - 12:00 pm Recurring

Downtown Franklin Farmers Market

July 12 @ 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

July 12 @ 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

July 12 @ 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

July 12 @ 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 - 11:00 am Recurring

Yoga in the Park

July 12 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Recurring

Yoga in the Park

Fun and effective workouts under the pavilion Harness your strength, enhance your mobility, and create a deeper connection with yourself....

Free
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8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Christmas in July Half Marathon & 5K Dayton

July 13 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Christmas in July Half Marathon & 5K Dayton

Ho Ho Ho, Oh What Fun it is to Run in the Sun (and Shade) and Earn Some Chillin’ Hawaiian Summer...

$39.99 – $79.99
8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Locking Up Otis

July 13 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Locking Up Otis

Ready for some Wright Station live music? Here we go!  The Classic rock of Locking Up Otis kicks off our...

Free
9:00 am - 12:00 pm Recurring

Downtown Troy Farmers’ Market

July 13 @ 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 - 3:00 pm

Dayton Summer Wedding Expo

July 13 @ 11:00 am - 3:00 pm

Dayton Summer Wedding Expo

FREE ADMISSION, Reservations Required. Show only vendor discounts and specials Every couple receives a gift card for Free wedding rings....

Free
11:00 am - 6:00 pm

DAYTON MAC N’ CHEESE FEST 2025

July 13 @ 11:00 am - 6:00 pm

DAYTON MAC N’ CHEESE FEST 2025

Join us for a ton of incredible mac n' cheese and more all from some amazing food trucks at The...

Free
12:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Porsche and Packards

July 13 @ 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Porsche and Packards

Two great collector car icons meet! America's Packard Museum, for the very first time, is hosting Porsche and Packards sponsored...

Free
12:30 pm - 2:00 pm

Pencils and Prompts: Drawing Basics

July 13 @ 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm

Pencils and Prompts: Drawing Basics

Pencil and Prompts: Drawing Basics Sharpen up your sketching skills with a local artist providing you insights and inspirations into...

$30
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Tomato Workshop

July 13 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Tomato Workshop

Watering, pruning, staking, pinching and fertilizing are all part of getting the perfect tomato crop. We'll discuss these and more...

$20
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