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Dayton’s Top 30 Sauces

February 27, 2018 By Dayton937 1 Comment

Mamma DiSalvo’s Marinara is the best in the land.

We know Food Adventures can be saucy.  We know the Miami Valley can be a flavorful place to live.  What do you slather on your food to get more out of it?  What are your favorite flavors and tastes for sauces in Dayton?

The Food Adventures Crew have compiled a list (in order) of our favorite sauces.

We have slopped, spread, squirted and poured.  We have shaken, stirred and enjoyed many of these food sauces for decades.  The Big Ragu is a sauce freak… But now we put them all together and present to you…

 

*** DAYTON’S TOP 30 SAUCES ***

A Dayton Area Legend… so good.

1)  MAMMA DISALVO’S MARINARA SAUCE & SALAD DRESSING:
The absolute best sauce in Dayton is Mamma DiSalvos spaghetti sauce. Sure, you can a buy a pre-packaged  jar, but here is the secret… GO TO THE DELI AND GET A PINT OR QUART OF THE FRESH MARINARA SAUCE MADE THAT DAY!  The fresh pasta sauce is amazing, we could drink this stuff.  It is fantastic with boiled or baked pastas.  Their salad dressing is almost as good.  Try the salad dressing on one of The Disalvo’s Deli subs.  It makes the whole sandwich,use them together for a meal and you are in Dayton paradise.

 

2)  PINE CLUB‘S HOUSE DRESSING:
An incredible line of dressing available at the restaurant fresh, or jarred at local grocery stores. Pick up some house dressing at the nearest Dorothy Lane Market or Kroger. It will turn your salads up 2 notches. The whole line of dressings are quality stuff, with the perfect amount of flavor and tang.  Try them,  it is an iconic taste of Dayton.

 

Housemade Sauces and Rubs have revolutionized “Hot Dayton”

3)  HOUSEMADE SAUCES:
Our own Food Adventurer Chef LeeAnne House set the hot sauce bar high locally by winning competitions in Louisiana and at Jungle Jim’s. Though the liquid sauces are in hiatus due to a shortage of Thai Chili Peppers in the USA, you can still get her spice rubs. We are holding out hope that someday the sauces will be back. Some of the last bottles in town have been spotted at Foremost Seafood… FYI..

 

4)  MEADOWLARK’S HOMEMADE ROSEMARY KETCHUP:
What do you get when one of Dayton’s top restaurants puts its spin on a condiment? The answer is a Rosemary Ketchup that is perfect for french fry dipping, or dressing up a burger.  Chef Wiley and her staff have so many incredible, homemade sauces and daily creations, but this is one of our all time favorites !  Meadowlark is definitely a sauce paradise !

 

The creamy Lobster alfredo sauce on Giovanni’s Lobster Ravioli

5) GIOVANNI’S PIZZA SAUCE and ALFREDO PASTA SAUCE:
The Spaziani family has recently planned on jarring their sauces, and with good reason.  Their pizza, pasta and alfredo sauces have been area favorites for decades.  This spot in Fairborn  hosts wine dinners from time to time that feature incredible sauces, made right in their kitchen.  Try the marinara, over Gnocchi, Ravioli or with Manicotti.  You can thank us later, when your mouth isn’t full.  This eatery is part of Dayton’s soul.

 

6) THE SPICY OLIVE’S  JAPANESE SESAME SEED OIL, FLAVOR INFUSED OLIVE OILS and BALSAMICS:
When owner Melanie Cedargren first introduced us to her olive oil, it opened up a world of cooking flavors, literally.  We can now cook like our favorite Asian restaurants. How?  Using Spicy Olive’s Japanese Sesame Seed Oil.  That is just 1 percent of the amazing products they have.   May we recommend the balsamic vinegars infused with various flavors for great salads?  The store also carries its specialty, flavor infused olive oils from California and all over the globe.  Try the butter infused oil when cooking fish or popcorn.  How about the garlic or cilantro flavor when cooking chicken?  They sky is the limit and this place will make you a culinary superstar in your kitchen.  All of these items are available in small or large bottles, so you can maximize your choices.

Olive Oils at the Spicy Olive-  The Japanese Sesame Seed oil

7)  FLAVORS EATERY GARLIC SAUCE:
Rich LoRusso and his wife Elaine have brough the California healthy living cuisine to the Dayton foodies.  In the search to find various healthy substitutes, they developed this garlic sauce.  It is a minced, creamy garlic sauce and it is smoothly delicious.  From Nachos, to Chicken dinners to sandwiches, this sauce is great on everything.  The sauce is for sale at Flavor’s Eatery in Centerville and Lebanon and also available at some local grocers.

 

Red Headed Sauce Co.’s Medium Hot Salsa

8) FRESH IN A JAR SALSA and MARINARA by RED HEADED SAUCE CO.
Chef Marshall Bartley has taken his culinary expertise to develop a salsa that is like no other.  His decades as a chef at country clubs, restaurants, and catering companies is our benefit.  The Medium Hot Salsa is the best of these flavors.  Try it, you will LOVE IT !  The marinara sauce is fantastic too, reminiscent of the Brio and Bravo deeply flavorful tomato sauce.  The company will also team up with groups for fundraisers and charitable causes.  Get your hands on these jars, you will be glad you did.

 

9) CARVERS STEAK and CHOPS’ BEARNAISE SAUCE:
Fine dining in Dayton, stops through Carver’s Steak House.  Whether it is a prime rib, a  New York strip, or baked salmon.  The béarnaise sauce can make that great piece of protein even better.  It dresses up the plate and makes for a savory hint to each bite.  Creamy, delicious and made in-house, this sauce goes great with all of Carver’s quality meats.

 

10)  THE DYNAMITE SHRIMP SAUCE at SWEENEY’S SEAFOOD HOUSE:
Lisa Long and her staff have so many great appetizers, soups and sauces to try.  One of our favorites is the Dynamite Sauce on the Dynamite Shrimp Appetizer.  It is a spicy and creamy “bang” to your taste buds.  May we also give a shout out to an incredible Dijon based tarragon sauce that is drizzled on many fish entrees as well.  Lots of great sauce creations at this Centerville restaurant.

 

Lieutenant Tangy is the best of Company 7’s Sauces

11)  COMPANY 7 BBQ’S SAUCES:
When 3 fireman get to cooking, you know good things are happening.  That’s the story with Company 7 BBQ’s owners.  They have taken the time to develop 7 homemade sauces, all with distinct styles and tastes.  They are all tasty sauces, but which one of these nationally recognized BBQ sauces is the best?  We rank their 7 sauces in order right here.
1) Lieutenant Tangy – Kansas City BBQ style sauce with a tangy kick
2) The Rookie – mildly sweet sauce
3) Firefighter Sweet – Memphis style sweet BBQ sauce
4) The Secret Hot BBQ Sauce  – only found in a secret bottle behind the bar…. no label, just an underground concoction that packs some heat.
5) Commissioner Burns – A spicy BBQ sauce
6) Captain Carolina – Mustard based,  Carolina style sauce
7) Chief Smoky – Just like the name implies, a smoky flavor in this one…

Now you know all of their sauces, including the secret one behind the bar, and which ones are the best.  Again the truth is, they are all great.  On Ribs, Wings and Chicken OH MY !

 

Some of the Woebler Sauces at Charlie’s Deli and Imports

12)  WOEBER’S MUSTARDS:
Springfield’s sauce masters have plenty of choices for the hot dog or sandwich in your life.  Most popular of these products are the Yellow and Brown Mustard product lines.  They include a Dijon mustard,  a horseradish mustard, a jalapeno mustard, a honey mustard and a Craft beer mustard made with Warped Wing Beer.  There is even a Dusseldorf Mustard.  All mustards are locally made in their facility .  When is the last time your face lit up from the surprisingly nice zing from a  Sandwich with Woeber’s mustard?   Grab a bottle of this stuff at Kroger and other Dayton grocers, and see for yourself.  A large selection of Woeber’s is also available at Charlie’ Deli in Dayton.

Are you sauced yet?  Our list goes on  ….

 

Franco’s World Famous Garlic Olive Oil sauce – spaghetti dish

13)  THE GARLIC OIL SAUCE on FRANCO’s WORLD FAMOUS SPAGHETTI:
Take an Italian native with a passion for cooking and experimenting. Give him a restaurant called Franco’s Ristorante Italiano.  Take some olive oil and a lot of garlic, pn sear that with Italian sausage and an egg and you have the base for a secret sauce that has pleased Daytonians for over 40 years.  Chef/Owner Franco Germano’s sauce is his own olive oil based sauce creation. You can also add sautéed mushrooms on top to seal the deal. The result is a lighter tasting pasta dish, not weighted down with a heavy sauce. For those who want a break from the traditional marinara based sauces, this one is for you.

 

14) THE “YUM YUM” SAUCE at SAKE JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE:
You’ve heard them say it over and over again at Sake.  They say “can I get some extra Yum Yum sauce.  HA.. another foodie that is hooked.,  It is addicting, this creamy sauce that goes just perfect over rice, seafood and even the sushi rolls for an occassional dip.  A knockoff brand is for sale at Kroger’s but it is “cray cray” expensive and not the real deal.  don’t get us wrong, we love the Ginger Sauce too, but the Yum Yum sauce is in a league of its own.

 

Oscar Sauce at the Paragon is a great option to any steak

15) THE OSCAR SAUCE at THE PARAGON SUPPER CLUB:
You’re sitting in your best attire at the Paragon, the plate is served to accompany your stewed tomatoes and hash browns.  Ahh you chose the oscar sauce to stop your steak.  Steak Oscar is a French tradition, where the meat is topped with a creamy crab béarnaise sauce and asparagus.  Sometimes Cheese is involved.  Anytime you get this option at the Paragon, deliciousness is involved.  Try your steak “Oscar,” the next time you hit this Centerville pillar of the dining community.

 

16) THE BBQ SAUCE at CENTERVILLE PIZZA and BBQ:
This eatery is a nationally award-winning place, known for inventive pizzas (try the zombie pizza – it will change your life).  But the unsung hero at this kitchen is the BBQ.  Amazing Pulled Pork, Ribs and broasted chicken need one thing .. A GREAT SAUCE !  Holy cow does Robert Benson, the owner come through.  His BBQ sauce is a tangy throwback.  It is very flavorful with a strong hint like the old Open Pit brand in the blue bottle.  Nothing crazy fancy, just a bold, tangy taste.  Try this, order a dozen broasted wings, order a couple of sides of BBQ Sauce.  Dip those wings and go to town.  It will be your best  Food Adventure of the week !

 

Dont go Brucken my heart

17) BRUCKEN FOODS’ HORSERADISH SPREAD and DUSSELDORF MUSTARD SAUCES:
When you need flavor, the Kettering company called Brucken Foods is a great go to,  You can find their sauces at Foremost Seafood, Dorothy Lane Market, Kroger and Jungle Jim’s.  What you didn’t know is that these sauce recipes are 100 years old, like the company !  Brucken Foods has been serving the Dayton area since 1913.   Owner Louie Brucken used to deliver pickles, spices and condiments out of a horse-drawn wagon ( we need to get Chef House one of those ). Today, owners Steve and Mary Lingg service Dayton’s finest restaurants and grocery stores with their Horseradish Spread, Mustard sauce and more.

 

18)  VOLTZY’S SWEET HEAT MUSTARD:
This sauce can be found at the legendary hamburger man whose business model is like the Seinfeld “soup nazi.”  In between calling customers wimps or telling jokes, he is slapping sweet heat mustard on his one-of-a-kind burgers.  Rick Volz will tell you that there are many secrets to his burgers, and one of them is the signature sauce he uses.  Voltzy uses a mix of yellow mustard and red pepper paste to make a slightly spicy condiment.  He puts it on every cheeseburger that he makes unless you dare defy it “his way.”  You will get some grief, but we learned something,  He is right, the sauce is fantastic and the burgers are best his way (The Big Ragu catches hell for adding ketchup some days).

 

The Red Chili Paste at Little Saigon is out on the tables,.

19)  LITTLE SAIGON’S HOMEMADE HOT CHILI PASTE:
Homemade hot sauces are good.  Vietnamese family secret hot sauces are great.  Take the jars lining the tables at Little Saigon.   They are scary.  First of all they are not refrigerated, but that isn’t necessary.   It is a red chili paste and it goes well in soups, on soft rolls, and as a dip for spring rolls.  The result is heat.  Vietnamese food can be known for its spiciness and there is no shortage of hot sauces in this restaurant.  We recommend it because it burns so good.  Yes, even though it is hot, you cannot get enough.

 

20) MUTT’S SAUCE:
Made in Dayton, this sauce is gaining a bit of a following.  It is a Tomato-based sauce with hints of Onion, Vinegar, and Garlic.  The sauce is produced in Dayton Ohio, but invented by Charlie “Mutt” Ferrell, Jr., an Air Force Vet from Carthage, Tennessee.   In 1956, Mutt developed a sauce he could use for every meal.  It is sweet, tangy with a little bit of heat.  Mutt would host parties and his sauce helped break down down any cultural or language barriers. The sauce quickly became a symbol of unity wherever he went.  Mutt passed away in 2005, in his seventies.  His granddaughter, Charlynda Scales, an air force vet, just like him has taken the torch.   Charlynda decided to have the sauce bottled, with Mutt’s name and face on the label.  Every bottle of Mutt’s Sauce continues his legacy.

 

Charlie Ferrell Jr’s Legacy

21) DAVE’S DAWG SAUCE:
The perfect topping to plain hot dog. It is part mustard, but on steroids.  Great on Turkey subs/sandwiches too.  Heck any recipe with mustard, this sauce can boost that recipe.  We have seen Dave’s Dawg Sauce at Kroger, and Dorothy Lane Market.  Invented by a local resident, the sauce goes great on burgers, chicken and ribs too.  Not a bad french fry dip as well.

 

22) DOROTHY LANE MARKET’S CHAMPAGNE MUSTARD SAUCE:
DLM does it again with a sauce that will please at the deli, or as simple as dipping chicken nuggets.  This is a small jar, and they don’t last long.  Another one of our favorite things to do is dip pretzel sticks into this stuff.  It is undoubtedly one of the tastiest sauces in Dayton, this had to be on the list.

 

Got Shrimp ?

22) THE BARNSIDER’S COCKTAIL SAUCE:
A Miami Valley tradition has outlasted the restaurant that started it.  Even though the Barnsider is out of business, the cocktail sauce lives on through bottlers.  You can pick up a jar of the good stuff at Foremost Seafood, Krogers and Dorothy Lane Market.  A nice flavor, with that horseradish punch.  Can you get more old school Dayton than this sauce ?  It is Cocktail Shrimp’s perfect partner.

 

23)  WALT’S SALSA and BBQ SAUCES:
Locally jarred salsa that has a cult following.  Load up on Walt’s .  It is chunky and we prefer the hotter versions.  Want to know what is equal to his salsa?  His BBQ sauce !  Yes.  This sauce is a perfect marinade, grilling or baking sauce.  It is a thinner sauce and goes great on grilled or baked chicken breasts.  Marinating some wings for the grill?  Try Walt’s BBQ sauce for that…

 

24) KABUKI’S HOMEMADE SOY SAUCE:
Made in-house, this wonderful sauce is perfect with the sushi on hand, or the rice with entrée meals.  Many a Bento Box have been lonely without this sauce.  To make your sushi experience the best, take  a ball of wasabi, about as big as a pea.  Dissolve it in the homemade soy sauce.  Dip the sushi and hold off the sneezes.  You are now experiencing a Japanese delicacy.

 

Bourbon Sauce Burger at Brixx !

25) OAKWOOD CLUB’s GARLIC VINAIGRETTE HOUSE DRESSING WITH BLEU CHEESE CRUMBLES:
The best 95 cent upcharge you will ever make.  Oh those salads, oh those breads, wouldn’t one with Blue Cheese be perfect about now?  Creamy  aromatic, garlic filled, dressing finished with bleu cheese crumbles.  What a great way to start out your meal.

 

26) THE BOURBON SAUCE at BRIXX ICE CO.
This versatile sauce is used on two of our favorite menu items.  First the Bourbon Fries, a slightly sticky, always sweet menu item that is a simple, yet delicious twist on plain fries.  A light coat of bourbon sauce on top, turns a normal side into a signature treat, but it doesn’t stop their.  Our favorite use of the sauce is on the Bourbon Burger at Brixx Ice Co.  A nice, fresh beef patty topped with crunchy onion rings and based in Bourbon Sauce.  Try this burger and see what we are talking about.  Chef and Owner Chris Bhai is the one to thank for this sauce !

 

27) ZAPPIA FAMILY SPAGHETTI SAUCE:
This is an all natural, no preservative Tomato Sauce made in Dayton, Ohio.  The recipe is Dayton native Dan Zappia’s grandparents recipe from the Calabria region of Italy.  This is the “new kid” on the block as far as Dayton marinara sauces go.  They claim the secret to this delicious sauce is fresh ingredients and a pinch of love.  The sauce is fantastic and has a nice strong flavor.  We have seen it for sale at Flying Pizza Downtown, Kroger, Fresh /Thyme, Dot’s Market and Jungle Jims.  It is a nice, rich tasting  and local pasta sauce, so buy local !  There are 3 flavors of jarred spaghetti sauce, the first being Standard Marinara.  The second is a spicy marinara called, Arrabbiata.  Finally,  a Porccini sauce which includes mushrooms.

 

28) ANNARINO’S TOMATO SAUCE:
Their sauces are available at Kroger, and Dorothy Lane Market.  In 1951, Annarino’s Restaurant opened in Dayton.  Today you can still get that taste. Annarino’s is still family owned and operated, using he secret recipe that has been passed down through the family generation.  The finest quality ingredients go into this sauce which is also Low fat and Cholesterol free.  Try the 4 flavors of Annarino’s sauces: Mushroom, Marinara, Meaty Italian Sauce, and Meatless Italian Sauce.

 

29) FRICKER’S SAUCES:
The hometown sports bar of Dayton has branched across the state, using their sauces as stepping-stones and wings as a springboard to get more business.  Frickers has some great sauces, and depending on your tolerance for hot sauces, your favorites may vary from ours.  But we can tell you this …

Frickers BBQ Wings – a sauce that launched a franchise

If you love MILD sauces –

Try the BBQ Sauce. This is their flagship sauce on which they built a brand.  It is sweet and delicious, whether on boneless or traditional wings.  This is the king.  Garlic Parmesan and Bourbon Molasses gets honorable mention for MILD heat lovers.

Do you like Medium heat?

Little Kicker is where it is at … or try a secret mix of BBQ Little Kicker.

Do you like things hot?

Their Killer Sauce is probably one of the most popular very hot sauces in Dayton.  Also, the BBQ Killer sauce combo is legendary in these parts.  Whatever Fricker’s sauce you choose, bring plenty of napkins !

 

Katsu Curry Dish at Ariake Sushi Bar

30) THE JAPANESE KATSU CURRY SAUCE at ARIAKE SUSHI:
In Japan, one of the more popular sauces on the rise is curry flavored.  Owner Miko Whigham developed an authentic curry sauce, like those enjoyed in her home country of Japan.  You can enjoy it right here in Dayton in one of their dishes “Katsu Curry.”  It is a deep-fried pork tenderloin (you can ask for chicken) sliced into strips and placed on white rice.  The tenderloin is then completely doused in the curry sauce.  The result is a filling, one of a kind rich treat.  Even non-curry lovers have been known to like this sauce, why?  Because it mimics an American style gravy sauce.  So the unique flavor is reminiscent of a comfort meal with gravy.  Try this and see if we aren’t right on target.  They hit a home run with this thick, rich sauce.

 

Let us not forget…. Honorable mention for the

REGIONAL SAUCES:

Montgomery Inn BBQ Sauce over Ribs

A) MONTGOMERY INN BBQ SAUCE:
The greatest BBQ Sauce known to man. Bob Hope’s favorite, as he would have ribs delivered to his home every 2 weeks. Try the sauce on wings and chicken breasts too. It is best served hot.  We cannot sing the praises of this Cincinnati area sauce enough.  It is very versatile …

 

B) FRISCH’S TARTAR SAUCE:
This sauce has a cult following that started in Cincinnati. The creamy tartar with pickles chopped up inside. It is the perfect topping for a Big Boy. Ask for extra sauce on your sandwich, it always works out for the better.

 

Spaghetti Sauce from LaRosa’s

C) SCHIAVONE’S MARINARA  SAUCE:
A canned sauce that is the pride of Middletown, Ohio. Look for cans of this sauce at Kroger. They have 3 types of sauces, a pizza sauce, a marinara and a spicy marinara. They are incredible, and a no frills base for any tomato sauce that you may want to doctor up.

 

D) LaROSA’S SPAGHETTI SAUCE:
Buddy LaRosa and his family have brought one of the tastier sauces to our region. The jars are sold at Kroger and at each restaurant throughout Cincinnati and Dayton.

 

E) CITY BBQ’S ORIGINAL BBQ SAUCE: They have five basic sauces.  In order here are the best : Original, Sweet City, Brushfire,  LowCo, Swine Wine.  This company is a Columbus based operation and is growing like crazy.

 

F) SKYLINE CHILI’S HOT SAUCE:
A hot, Cincinnati version of a tabasco type sauce. When the hot sauce hits the cheese, your 5-way or chili coney is official. Comes in a squirt bottle and is fun to use with oyster crackers. You fill the cracker holes up with sauce and pop them into your mouth. We affectionately call these “a-bombs.”

 

Paying homage to sauces of the past…

SAUCES WE MISS:

—DOMINICS HOUSE SALAD DRESSING:
The biggest cause of bad breath in Dayton from the 1950’s to the 1990’s. This was a guilty pleasure and only the ones who breathed this fire could appreciate the garlic power it emitted.

 

—THE GRUB STEAK’S SALAD DRESSINGS:
The Bissett family had some of the best dressings around.  They were available for a short stint in grocery stores in the 1990’s.

 

—MRS WRIGHT’S SAUCE: 
Remember this bottled sauce? They had it at the condiment station at Dayton Dragon’s games and sold it in local stores.  We  miss that sauce on our hot dogs !

 

There you have it – the top 30 Sauces of Dayton, Ohio from today and yesteryear.  Only Food Adventures would dare rank a bold list like this.  If you want more Food Advenutures, please LIKE them on Facebook by clicking HERE.

Each week right the Food Adventure Crew presents a featured article, EXCLUSIVELY on DaytonMostMetro.com.

See you then, in the meantime feel free to browse the photos below and comment on your favorite sauces.

 

Garlic Sauce from Flavors

Franco’s marinara on manicotti

Centerville Pizza and BBQ’s sauce on Ribs

Givoannis Pasta Sauces

Mama DiSalvos sauce

Meadowlarks Rosemary Ketchup

Dynamite Shrimp sauce at Sweeneys

Little Saigon Hot Sauce

The Spicy Olive owner Melanie Cedargren

Voltzys Sweet Heat Mustard

Annarinos Meaty stuff

Frickers Killer Sauce on Boneless OMG hot

Ragu snuggles with Company 7 BBq’s secret hot Sauce found behind the bar

BBQ and Hot Sauces from Centerville Pizza and Ribs

When you see the label , buy the stuff

The Bearnaise Sauce at Carvers

 

 

Woebers Mustards

Daves Dawgs Sauce

Garlic Sauce from Flavors !

Annarinos Pasta Sauces

Giovannis pasta sauces are amazing

Centerville Pizza and BBQ sauce over pulled pork

Bernaise sauce and Salmon at Carvers

Filed Under: Dayton Dining, Food Adventures, The Featured Articles Tagged With: Food Adventures, ohio, sauces

Food Adventure Recipe of the Month: Zucchini Ribbon Skewers

June 13, 2017 By Dayton937 Leave a Comment

Thinly sliced grilled zucchini, the beginnings of a recipe

Attention Dayton Cooks and Foodies !

You know the Food Adventure Crew from their weekly articles and food photos shared on this site, or maybe their dinner events.

With all of this original content, there is more …. Did you know they also have a nice collection of recipes? Some have been shared in various cooking classes at Dorothy Lane Market, Living Dayton TV, Spicy Olive, or through Foremost Seafood’s site. Some recipes will make their debut here.

It is all in a NEW monthly feature now cooking on Dayton Most Metro: “Your Food Adventure Recipe of the Month.”

June starts out featuring our culinary crew hero Chef LeeAnne House and a summer favorite that will wow your friends.

Chef House getting ready for a cooking class !

Chef House has always been known for her love of veggies and her philosophy of using local vendors for that fresh,  “farm to table” dimension.  The results are Dayton’s seasonal flavors, bursting on your plate and leaving your tastebuds happy.

Without further delay let’s dive into one of those fresh recipes.

 

ZUCCHINI RIBBON SKEWERS with PEPPER SPIKED MOZZARELLA & ARUGULA PESTO 

Ingredients:

2 zucchini

2 teaspoons olive oil

½ teaspoon kosher salt

Lemon juice

ZUCCHINI RIBBON SKEWERS with PEPPER SPIKED MOZZARELLA & ARUGULA PESTO

Directions:
Pick the straightest zucchini, these will be easier to cut on the mandolin. Slice them lengthwise ¼ inch thick. Toss with olive oil and salt.

Grill on high heat quickly, get grill marks on both sides and off the grill. Toss with a pinch more salt and a little lemon juice.

 

PESTO:

1 clove garlic, smashed

4 ounces basil

2 cups arugula, packed

1/3 cup roasted salted pistachios

¼ teaspoon kosher salt

1 teaspoon lemon juice

2 tablespoons grated parmesan

Directions:
Puree all of the above ingredients in a food processor till smooth. Slowly drizzle in ¼ cup and 1 tablespoon olive oil.

Now we add and assemble with:
-Fresh mozzarella
-Hot pepper flakes or even better use HouseMade Sriracha Toasted Sriracha Powder

Assembly Directions:
Roll the zucchini ribbons up and skewer 2 to a small skewer. The mozzarella goes on the end. Season it with kosher salt and spiced pepper. Serve with the pesto.

Pesto in the processor

Try this for a summer picnic, or a party on the patio.  Your next cookout is a great chance to skewer some of these bites.

More about Chef House.  In addition to being a member of the Food Adventure Crew, she has her own line of locally made, all-natural sauces, spices and rubs called Housemade.  Her Thai Chili Sriracha sauce and Hot Honey sauce have won National competitions.  She also teaches many local cooking classes.   In the past, she has helped with catering companies and has been a chef at some top notch local restaurants.  You will be able to catch her in a FREE COOKING DEMO on Saturday July 22nd at Garlic Fest at the Sons of Italy Bella Villa Hall on County Line Rd.  Chef House will be giving out free tastes of her garlic dish to those in attendance.  Come join the party at Garlic Fest !

See you next month with another fun recipe.

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We are not food critics, we are just 3 passionate foodies that love to feature local foods!

ZUCCHINI RIBBON SKEWERS with PEPPER SPIKED MOZZARELLA & ARUGULA PESTO

 

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Avoid Mall Crowds, Find Gifts at 2nd Street Market!

December 18, 2013 By Dayton937 1 Comment

Walt’s Salsas and Sauces: Great Local Gift Idea

Are you tired of wrestling a redneck for the latest xbox at Wal-Mart?  Behind on Christmas shopping?  Sick of long checkout lines at the mall or department stores? The Food Adventures Crew feels your pain.  Have you thought about shopping for unique Christmas Gifts at Dayton’s 2nd Street Market?  We think it is the perfect place to find unique Christmas Gifts, birthday gifts or any gift occasion for that matter.   This is part 2 of our market series (last week was FOOD, CLICK HERE to view).

Follow our advice and you’re sure to be a hit with the family, with some of the best local gifts around.

Consider this The Big Ragu, Hungry Jax and Chef House’s,  Gift Giving guide to the 2nd street Market with a Food Adventure twist.

 

HERE’S THE SKINNY:

 — The 2nd Street Market is located near downtown at 600 E. 2nd Street and is open 3 days: Thursday & Friday 11am-3pm,  and Saturday 8am – 3pm.

Some of the Best Toffee on Earth: Click to enlarge this local treasure

— Dozens of local vendors from crafts to wine, and of course, local foodstuffs.

 

MUST GIFTS:

— THE TOFFEE from SWEET NOTHINGS : Our favorite flavor is the Dark Almond Sea Salt Toffee.  Actually, all of the toffees use sea salt.  Other great flavors are Milk Chocolate Macadamia Nut and Dark Chocolate Cashew.  A great gift for the chocolate lovers in the family.  The Big Ragu considers Sweet Nothings his favorite toffee of all time.

 

— THE OLIVE OILS from THE OLIVE TREE : Have friends or family that love to cook ? Here is a perfect gift idea.  This vendor has some amazing, flavor infused olive oils.  May we suggest our favorite, the Sundried Tomato Parmesan Garlic Olive Oil.  You can actually sample all of the olive oils and choose your favorite from the many unique flavors.  We also love the Basil Flavored Olive Oil and the Strawberry Peach Balsamic Vinegar Olive Oil.

 

— SALSA and SAUCES from WALT’S HOMEMADE SALSA :  Family owned operation, selling jars of salsas in various styles and spiciness.  Some extra hot, some medium and some mild, their products are extremely tasty.  You can even sample Walt’s new lines of BBQ Sauces that are also available by the jar.  Their gift baskets make a fun Christmas present with a local twist !

 

— HOMEMADE ITEMS from MONCO INDUSTRIES:  Monco is a local company that provides jobs for special needs people or local residents with disabilities.  The result is a win-win for the community.  Great gifts made by a great organization.  Our favorite gifts here are the pet treats and the stuffed animals.  Make sure you stop by and get a gift from this company, and share the true meaning of Christmas.

 

— HANDCRAFTED BELTS and LEATHER CUFFS from VINTAGELIZ 1974:  We say, “these gifts are pretty kick ass.”  Timeless, leather accessories, made by hand in Dayton.  Take some time to check out this cool vendor.

 

— SCARVES from NEW WORLD ALPACA TEXTILES:  Perfect winter gift!  They have various items made with fleece from alpaca animals that are raised in a local farm in Brookville.  The also sell socks and beautiful artisan rugs !   Great gifts this time of the year.

 

Must Gifts: The Specialty Olive Oils at The Olive Tree

Honorable Mention:  The Wine Gallery also has some good deals on unique wines, and a friendly service staff.  Want unique?  How about Maria’s Unique Foods, with wild selections like jars of pickled eggs in various flavors.  They also have great gift basket ideas.

For all of us that love to buy local when we can, the 2nd Street market is a great place to ‘put your money where your mouth is. ‘  We have mentioned some of our favorites, but there are many more vendors with great gift ideas.  Avoid the crowds SHOP LOCAL!

FOOD ADVENTURES would like to take this time to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.  May the Holiday Season bring you joyous times with friends and family.  We are sincerely grateful with the overwhelming feedback received with our blog and  have some exciting plans in store for 2014.   We appreciate each and every one of you for taking the time to read and comment on our social media outlets.

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Who’d You Rather.. FRICKERS or ROOSTERS ?? **$20 Gift Certificates**

September 27, 2013 By Dayton937 2 Comments

Boneless Wings at Fricker’s

Want to win a $20 Gift Certificate for your own Food Adventure to Fricker’s or Rooster’s?  Today these perennial sports bar favorites go beak to beak, feather to feather, cluck to cluck.  Which one do you like better?

You can’t deny local wing kings Fricker’s and Rooster’s have been enjoying success in the Miami Valley for decades.  Rumor has it that the Fricker brothers had a falling out.  As a result, one of the brothers went off on his own and opened Rooster’s restaurant as a result.  The family feud was Dayton’s gain.

So Food Adventure fans – we want to hear from you..  which of these saucy sports dives is your favorite?   Whether you like boneless or bone-in, whether you like breaded or grilled chicken, comment below and let your voice be heard.  Why? Because 2 people will be picked at random to win a $20 gift certificate to Frickers and Roosters respectively!  Oh and we wanna see which place has a more loyal following…

 

The Food Adventures Crew sound off on their favorites:

Wings at Rooster’s

Hungry Jax’s Take:  Rooster’s has a bigger salad selection, which is important to me.  I also like the fact that they have more pizza offerings and more sub options.  My vote is for: ROOSTERS”

The Big Ragu’s Take: ” To me it is all about the traditional wings and the sauces.   In my opinion Fricker’s runs away with it on those categories alone.  They have better burgers and better boneless wings as well.  My vote goes to: FRICKERS”

We know that both spots have their strengths like WINGS , BONELESS WINGS, and a great venue to watch sporting events, but lets recap our take on the differences between these two:

 

The Burgers at Fricker’s are surprisingly good

FRICKER’S STRENGTHS:

— Fricker’s offers Ribs.  And guess what, they aren’t bad for a casual sports bar!

— Fricker’s special’s are superior.  They have 40 cent boneless wing specials on Monday nights and 40 cent traditional wings on Tuesdays.   Fricker’s offers a sirloin steak for only $5 on Wednesday nights and $5 chicken chunks on Thursdays.  Also kids eat free everyday.  Saving money is good.

— The Brew City Fries, onion straws and fried zucchini are 3 decent appetizers only found at Fricker’s

— Cheaper beer prices at Fricker’s.  They feature the $2.42 large domestic drafts.  Nothing like a cold one and big screen football.

— The burgers at Fricker’s are bigger.  Quite frankly we think they are better as well.

 

ROOSTER’S STRENGTHS:

Asian Chicken Salad at Rooster’s

— Rooster’s has “Dumpster Fries” which we think is the best appetizer found on either menu.  Try them for a taste of awesome indulgence.

— Rooster’s has a better selection of Sandwiches.  More choices, more options, especially for those counting calories.

— The salad offerings at Rooster’s are more complete.  For those trying to eat healthy, you will have more options at Rooster’s.

— Rooster’s pizza’s are better.  Again, more options for toppings, etc.  If you haven’t eaten their pizza, you will be pleasantly surprised.

— Rooster’s gets the edge in soups.  Something you may not know is that both places have some incredible chili and pretty good New England Clam Chowder.  We have been eating those as a start to a Food Adventure for years.

 

Food Adventures with The Big Ragu and Crew gave their opinion -now it is YOUR TURN !  Who’d you rather get it on with: Frickers or Roosters?

COMMENT BELOW AND  SETTLE THIS BATTLE OF THE LOCAL WING SPOTS !!!

We will pick one winner from each restaurant for $20 Gift Certificates

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We are not food critics, we are just foodies that love to eat !!

Browse our photo gallery below from our many Food Adventures to Rooster’s and Fricker’s !!

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Food Adventures Takes Aim at Archer’s + $20 Gift Certificate !!

August 1, 2013 By Dayton937 25 Comments

You have driven by and seen the packed parking lot, so you know something is up.  Archer’s Tavern has just surpassed its 3rd year in business and is still cookin’ right along in more ways than one.  Owner’s Dan Apolito, Scott Dorsten and Mike Fullenkamp have a great formula for success.  Good food, good drink, and affordable prices.  The owners also immerse themselves in the community, donating to various churches, charities and youth organizations.  The belief is “If you do good things for people, it will come back to you.”  The menu, which is printed on newspaper, keeps customers coming back for sure.

Archer’sm, located at 9496 Dayton Lebanon Pike, is a family pub-style restaurant named after John Archer Jr.  who owned Centerville’s first tavern.  This nod to history is true to form with ownership’s belief in local involvement.

From Burgers and Pizzas, to Salads and Craft Beers, there is something for everyone at Archer’s Tavern.  Don’t forget the special events they showcase from time to time.

HERE’S THE SKINNY:

— Family Friendly Atmosphere with a pub feel.  You could bring the kids here after a soccer game, or sit at the bar with some friends.

— Great Craft Beer selection on tap and in bottles.  Archer’s partners with regional breweries for some rare, delicious selections.  Their rotating selection is sure to please thirsty patrons.

The Brandon Burger features Zink’s Local Beef , a fried egg, and bacon on top.

— Affordable meals with most selections in  the $7-$10 range.  They even have a burger for under $4.

— Don’t miss their special events throughout the year.  Whether it is a crawfish boil to celebrate their anniversary or a beer/menu tasting featuring Goose Island beers, these events are worth checking out.  Stay tuned to their website and Facebook Page to keep up with the latest happenings.   Here is EXCLUSIVE SCOOP on the next upcoming event !

****EXCLUSIVE SCOOP !  YOU HEARD IT HERE FIRST ! ***

Archer’s will feature a CHILI COOKOFF on Saturday, September 14th from 2pm-4pm.  Do you have a winning recipe?  Limited to 20 entrants, the winning person’s chili will be featured on the Archer’s menu for an entire year.  There is also a cash prize of $200.  To enter the contest, stop into Archers Tavern, but do it quickly as space is limited to the first 20 entrants.  Food Adventures will be celebrity judges and you can be a judge too!  Just show up the day of the event and pay $10 to sample the 20 chili entries and cast your vote.   Join us for this FOOD ADVENTURE !  The money collected will go to the Centerville High School Culinary Student fund or the Archer’s Scholarship Fund.  Again,  Archer’s is giving back to the community.  We love and respect that.

Archer’s Ale – a damn good craft beer

With so much going on in this place, we offer up our suggestions on some of the best.  As with all of our Food Adventures, we have been here numerous times and tried almost everything on the menu.

If you have not yet been to Archer’s, let Big Ragu, Chef House and Hungry Jax point you in the right direction.

MUST EATS:

— THE BRANDON BURGER:  This burger is a favorite.  It features a fried egg and bacon all on top of a fresh Zink’s Meat Market Burger.  It is quite simply one of the best burgers in town.

— ARCHER’S ALE:  An ESB (Extra Special Bitter), that is an original craft beer.  A quality brew to be appreciated by the beer connoisseur in you.  Smooth and easy, this is an enjoyable drink for those ESB lovers.

— CITRUS CHICKEN SALAD – Grilled chicken on a bed of fresh greens, mixed with a balsamic dressing.   Other toppings include mandarin oranges, cranberries, bleu cheese crumbles and almonds.  A healthy and tasty alternative!

—  THE MARGHERITA PIZZA:  Fresh Mozzarella and a smooth tomato sauce is the key to this pizza.  Fresh basil leaves and Roma tomatoes top off this vegetarian pie nicely.

— THE PHILLY CHEESESTEAK: A heaping sandwich filled with meat, peppers and melted provolone cheese.  You can also request cheese whiz on this monster.  We say, go for it.  This is how they do it in Philadelphia.  Your choice of ribeye steak or chicken for the meat.

— THE STICKY BURGER:  A burger with peanut butter on it? YES!  The result is a unique taste, reminiscent of a Thai Peanut Sauce.   This burger is the Big Ragu’s Favorite.  It also comes with bacon and smoked pepper jack cheese.  This is a curiously good burger that you won’t soon forget.

— CRAZY UNCLE JESTER’S HOT SAUCE:  Archer’s is partnered with a local hot sauce maker that really lights things up.  Make sure and ask your waitress to bring out some different flavored bottles of Crazy Uncle Jester’s Hot Sauce.   Add it to some wings, chili or whatever you want to pack a wallop of flavor.  Good stuff here, some of it isn’t for the squeamish.

Margherita Pizza – Savor that Fresh Mozzarella

Finally, this article would be incomplete if we didn’t talk about the servers.  Our many experiences have shown us that this friendly staff cares about the customers and shows commitment in offering good service.  The management instills this belief from the top down.  If you love decent prices for good food, then give Archer’s Tavern a shot.  This place is about relaxing in a fun eatery.  Our advice is, scan the beer selection, order a burger or one of our  ‘must eats’  and then… enjoy.   In  this Food Adventure, you can be sure that Archer’s will hit the bullseye !

Browse through our photo album of literally dozens of menu items and features from past special events.  Are you a Foodie?  Then “like” Food Adventures on Facebook HERE !

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Live Music from Danny Voris at Whisperz Speakeasy

May 7 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Live Music from Danny Voris at Whisperz Speakeasy

Beginning Wednesday, April 16 and continuing every Wednesday thereafter, talented local classical guitarist, performer, and educator, Danny Voris, will perform...

5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Yoga – Arcade Arts & Wellness

May 7 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Yoga – Arcade Arts & Wellness

The 2025 Arcade Arts & Wellness Series is a rejuvenating journey with a variety of local yoga instructors amidst the...

Free
5:30 pm - 8:00 pm

The Lumpia Queen

May 7 @ 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm

The Lumpia Queen

Chicken Pancit w/1 Lumpia The Signature Dish of Philippines! Made with Boneless and Skinless Chicken Thighs, Fresh Vegetabl... $10.00 Chicken...

5:30 pm - 8:00 pm Recurring

Wannabe Tacos

May 7 @ 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm Recurring

Wannabe Tacos

Dayton area business serving up tacos, tots and dogs. Our specialty all-beef hots and loaded tots are piled high. And...

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11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Partnering for Peace: WWII & Beyond – Conversation with Sir Dermot Turing

May 8 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Partnering for Peace: WWII & Beyond – Conversation with Sir Dermot Turing

Join us for a special event with Sir Dermot Turing, nephew of the legendary codebreaker Alan Turing, as we explore...

Free
11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Fashion Show and Dessert Auction

May 8 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Fashion Show and Dessert Auction

Come join us for a fabulous day filled with the latest fashion trends and delicious desserts up for auction. Get...

$75
11:30 am - 12:15 pm Recurring

Art Start Pre-School Storytime

May 8 @ 11:30 am - 12:15 pm Recurring

Art Start Pre-School Storytime

Art Start Pre-School Storytime 2nd Thursday of the month 11:30 AM - 12:15 PM Rosewood Arts Center 2655 Olson Dr....

Free
12:00 pm - 5:00 pm Recurring

Open Coworking

May 8 @ 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm Recurring

Open Coworking

Join us in The Hub for open co-working from 12pm to 5pm. Ever wonder how The Hub could work for...

12:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Sisters: A Cyanotype Series by Suzi Hyden

May 8 @ 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Sisters: A Cyanotype Series by Suzi Hyden

The Dayton Society of Artists is pleased to present Sisters, a cyanotype series by our member Suzi Hyden. This show...

Free
12:00 pm - 8:00 pm Recurring

Launch Pad

May 8 @ 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm Recurring

Launch Pad

Meet the people you need to move your business forward This monthly LaunchPad event series brings you opportunities to expand...

Free
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Recurring

Thursday Night Wine Tastings at Meridien

May 8 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Recurring

Thursday Night Wine Tastings at Meridien

Our reps choose a handful of great wines every week for tasting.  Purchase individual tastes or a flight.  If you...

5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Recurring

Grapes & Groves

May 8 @ 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 Recurring

Hot Yoga & Reiki

May 9 @ 9:00 am Recurring

Hot Yoga & Reiki

Come join us for hot yoga class Fridays at 8:00a!!! $25 Drop-In; yoga packages and memberships available! We're going to...

$25
11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Twisted Greek

May 9 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Twisted Greek

11:00 am - 2:30 pm

Cousins Maine Lobster

May 9 @ 11:00 am - 2:30 pm

Cousins Maine Lobster

11:30 am - 1:00 pm

Mother’s Day Brunch

May 9 @ 11:30 am - 1:00 pm

Mother’s Day Brunch

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$25
12:00 pm - 5:00 pm Recurring

Sisters: A Cyanotype Series by Suzi Hyden

May 9 @ 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm Recurring

Sisters: A Cyanotype Series by Suzi Hyden

The Dayton Society of Artists is pleased to present Sisters, a cyanotype series by our member Suzi Hyden. This show...

Free
12:00 pm - 5:00 pm

PEACE TALKS: DSA’s Spring Juried Exhibition

May 9 @ 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm

PEACE TALKS: DSA’s Spring Juried Exhibition

The Dayton Society of Artists (DSA) proudly presents PEACE TALKS, our annual spring juried exhibition. This timely exhibition reflects on Dayton’s...

Free
4:00 pm - 8:00 pm Recurring

Xenia Food Truck Rally

May 9 @ 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm Recurring

Xenia Food Truck Rally

Grab family, friends, picnic blanket, or chair and join Xenia Food Truck Rallies every Friday till August from 4-8PM for...

4:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Briella’s Hot Dogs

May 9 @ 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Briella’s Hot Dogs

Step up to Briella's, where we transport you to the bustling streets of the big city with our authentic Chicago...

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8:00 am - 9:00 am Recurring

Free HIIT Bootcamp

May 10 @ 8:00 am - 9:00 am Recurring

Free HIIT Bootcamp

This is a high-intensity interval training and bootcamp style class hosted by Virgil Carter from Express Fitness Studio at Dick's...

Free
9:00 am - 11:00 am

Spring Migration Bird Walk

May 10 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am

Spring Migration Bird Walk

Your guide’s favorite time of the year! We’ll be looking for our year-round residents, and colorful spring migrants like Baltimore...

9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Assembling Picnic Tables for the Sycamore Trails

May 10 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Assembling Picnic Tables for the Sycamore Trails

🌳 Join the Miamisburg Rotary for a Day of Park-Building Fun! 🛠️ We’re teaming up to assemble picnic tables for the brand-new Sycamore...

10:00 am - 11:00 am Recurring

Fundraiser YOGA

May 10 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Recurring

Fundraiser YOGA

Saturdays just got a whole lot better! ✨ Join us at Entropy Brewing Co. in beautiful downtown Miamisburg for Yoga...

$25
10:00 am - 3:00 pm Recurring

Annual Plant Sale

May 10 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Recurring

Annual Plant Sale

Come get all the veggie plant starts you need for a successful garden this year. Each vegetable plant is started...

10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Waynesville Street Faire

May 10 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Waynesville Street Faire

Discover the charm of historic Waynesville, Ohio, at the Waynesville Street Faire! Browse through racks of vintage clothing, discover unique...

10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Claybourne Grill

May 10 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Claybourne Grill

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10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Millionaire’s Row Historical Walking Tour- Miamisburg

May 10 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Millionaire’s Row Historical Walking Tour- Miamisburg

In coordination with the Miamisburg Historical Society, the Dayton Metro Library is offering a walking tour of Millionaire's Row in historic...

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7:00 am - 5:00 pm

Coffman Sprint Triathalon

May 11 @ 7:00 am - 5:00 pm

Coffman Sprint Triathalon

Join the Coffman YMCA and Milano’s for the Sprint Triathlon on May 11, 2025, at 7:00 A.M.! A portion of...

8:00 am - 2:00 pm

Mother’s Day Buffet

May 11 @ 8:00 am - 2:00 pm

Mother’s Day Buffet

Celebrate Mom with an unforgettable brunch on Sunday, May 11th, from 8AM-2PM! Buffet Only: $25 Buffet + Bloody Mary Bar:...

$25
8:30 am

5th Annual Mother’s Day 5K Run/Walk!

May 11 @ 8:30 am

5th Annual Mother’s Day 5K Run/Walk!

Registration is OPEN for the 15th Annual Mother’s Day 5K Run/Walk!  Lace up those sneakers and get ready for a...

10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Meals con Madre – a Mother’s Day Brunch

May 11 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Meals con Madre – a Mother’s Day Brunch

Join Sueño and Miami Valley Meals for our Meals con Madre - a Mother’s Day Brunch benefitting hunger relief across...

$55
10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Mother’s Day Brunch Edition

May 11 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Mother’s Day Brunch Edition

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND: 2nd Sunday Brunch! Once a month we will be open Sunday with a Special Brunch Menu....

10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Mother’s Day Brunch!

May 11 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Mother’s Day Brunch!

Celebrate Mom with a delicious brunch she’ll love! Treat the special women in your life to a relaxing, memorable meal!

10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Mother’s Day Brunch

May 11 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Mother’s Day Brunch

Menu:Fresh fruitHash brown casseroleBacon and sausageFrench toastScrambled eggsGlazed hamRoasted turkey breastMashed potatoes and gravyCorn bread stuffingSeasonal steamed vegetablesDinner rollsDessert tableCoffee...

$25
10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet

May 11 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet

Mother’s Day at The Florentine Brunch Buffet: 11AM–2PM Dinner Service: 3PM–7PM Treat mom to something unforgettable. Menu details dropping soon....

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