Dayton Dining

Beavercreek Brewery Sets Opening Date

November 21, 2016 By Dayton Most Metro

Wandering Griffin Brewery & Pub, the first independently owned microbrewery restaurant in Beavercreek, announced it will have a soft opening on Wednesday, November 23 starting at 6 am followed by its grand opening on Friday, December 2 at 6 am. During the grand opening, there will be a ribbon-cutting ceremony at noon. The Mayor of Beavercreek will be in attendance.

Wandering Griffin, managed by principle owners Brian Young and Tony Griffin in conjunction with a number of investors, offers patrons a unique dining experience with its 1930s art deco dining room and bar, 1860s reclaimed wood taproom and coffee bar. It has extensive lunch and dinner menus and full bar service.

Chefs Kenneth Mangus and Jason Breitenstien, formerly of Coco’s Bistro and Winds Café respectively, head up the kitchen and have created lunch and dinner menus that feature locally-sourced and housemade appetizers, soups, salads, sandwiches and entrées, including tater tots, beef on weck, pork belly grilled cheese, gourmet pizza and pan seared salmon. The bar includes handcrafted beers, an array of wine and signature cocktails. The brewery and pub also offers a large partially covered patio with a bar and outdoor televisions.

The full-service coffee bar, aptly named Wanderlust, is located in the heart of the brewery and pub. The coffee bar is open daily 6:30 am – 3 pm and will offer drive-through service from 6 am – 10 am on weekdays and 7 am – 10 am on weekends.

Wandering Griffin isn’t offering its own craft beer yet, but expects to start brewing mid to late 2017. Brian Young states that, “This is a very exciting time for the beer scene in the greater Dayton region, and we are happy to be a part of it. Our aim is to provide a variety of locally-brewed craft beers and guest taps until we’re brewing our own. When we do brew our own, we plan to offer a variety of styles, including lagers.”

Wandering Griffin is located at 3725 Presidential Drive, Beavercreek, Ohio 45324. It’s open 11 am – 11 pm Monday – Thursday, 11 am – midnight Friday and Saturday and 11 am – 10 pm Sunday. Wanderlust coffee bar service begins daily at 6:30 am. Food service begins daily at 11 am.

For more information, visit wanderinggriffin.com or call 937-956-5216.

Southern-Style Chicken Eatery Opens At Austin Landing

November 19, 2016 By Dayton Most Metro

Austin Landing’s latest fast-casual family friendly restaurant; Mike’s Nashville Hot, located next to GNC and Five Guys is set to open Wednesday November 23rd… and it’s not your average chicken place!

Mike’s Nashville Hot only serves fresh all natural chicken that are hand breaded and made to order. Other menu items include specialty salads, fresh perch sandwiches, and of course their signature chicken tenders and meals. You choose up to 5 different spice levels which includes the hottest of which ”Nashville Hot Sauce” where sources say it’s only for the brave! Mike’s unique Homestyle sides and daily fresh brewed southern style tea will keep the customers coming back for more! Mike’s Nashville Hot will also serve a variety of domestic and local craft beer.

“Our five heat level sauces paired with our made to order hot and juicy chicken tenders will surely be a crowd pleaser” says Mike Craddick, owner of Mike’s Nashville Hot.

Along with casual dining in the restaurant Mike’s Nashville Hot will also have carryout and catering options for crowds of all sizes. Restaurant hours will be 7 days a week 11am-10pm and will be closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas day. A second location is currently under construction at 6230 Far Hills Ave with an expected January opening.

Friday Forecast: Spicy with a Chance of Blackjack

November 18, 2016 By Dayton937 Leave a Comment

Longhorn Steakhouse’s Chili Entry

Dayton’s biggest chili cook off promise to spice things up this Friday night at the Montgomery County Fairgrounds.

There will be beef and hot sauce.

There will be beer and blackjack.

There will be dice games, dancing, coney dogs, beans and much more.

AMBUCS Annual Chili Cookoff pits restaurants, chefs and amateur cooks against each other, and only one chili will win ! Who has the best chili in Dayton? You help be the judge in this mammoth

Casino Games till 11pm

competition. But the best part, is that this event is for the AMBUCS charity. Get your pepto, it is time for a local Food Adventure!

How does AMBUCS help the people of Dayton?

Purchasing mobility and exercise machines for disabled persons helping them lead a more normal life.
Buying AM Trykes for handicapped children & adults to use for therapy, rehabilitation and recreation.
Building ramps in handicapped people’s homes to make life easier.
Scholarships for Physical Therapy Students

Endless Beer, Wine, Chili and Hot Dogs

Now you know what the charity does, now you can help out by attending the event.

HERE IS SKINNY on AMBUCS CHILI COOKOFF:
WHEN: FRIDAY NOV 18th , 6pm – 11pm
WHERE: MONTGOMERY COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS
COST: $20 at the Door Includes endless chili, beer, wine, hot dogs, and soft drinks. Casino Games where you can bet cash and win cash.

Dont forget, music and dancing too ! The Food Adventures Crew is always there to give their input. In previous years we have picked Jimmie’s Ladder 11, Deer Slayer’s chili (an amateur cook), The Brunch Club and the Tropics. Last year Hungry Jax chose Christopher’s as her fave chili and the peoples choice was Scratch Catering.

Help a tremendous cause this Friday Night, November 18th. Help pick the winner of the best chili in Dayton.

Doors open at 6pm. Must be 21 or older to attend. Want more foodie fun? Join Food Adventures on Facebook HERE.

Please browse the photos below from past year’s events.

Vote for Dayton’s Best Chili while helping handicapped people live more mobile lives.

Take a scoop of all the chilis

Vinny’s chili had andouille sausage

Try all the chilis and pick your favorite

Christopher’s chili

Amateur cook Chef Daddy’s Firehouse Chili – an ex fireman’s entry

White Chicken Chili too

Cafe Mexico’s Chili from years past

Chili from The Atrium

Blackjack and Casino Games

Big Crowd

More Chili ?

Dice Games – Ragu gets choked out !

Spicy chili = Sweaty Ragu

Hot Dogs !

Oh hell yes

Line up and try em all

Restaurants Open On Thanksgiving 2016

November 16, 2016 By Lisa Grigsby

Take some of the stress out of the holiday season and make reservations for Thanksgiving dinner at a restaurant. Some offer the traditional turkey with all the trimmings while others may present their own creative culinary take on the classics. Also many restaurants offer to prepare your food ahead, so you may serve at home- we’ve listed some options at the bottom of the list.

According to the National Restaurant Association (NRA), 15 million Americans choose to dine out for the biggest meal of the year. That’s not including the additional 4 million takeout customers who order their bird to go.

And don’t forget to ask for leftovers, some restaurants will pack you a little take home box so you can have a turkey sandwich later.

Here are the places we’ve confirmed so far:

Bob Evans open 8am – 8pm
Tender, hand-carved slices of turkey breast over our bread & celery dressing, topped with pan-roasted gravy and served with cranberry relish. Served with your choice of one or two savory sides and freshly baked bread. $14.99
Find your nearest location here

Carvers Steaks & Chops
1535 Miamisburg Centerville Road, Dayton, OH 45459 (937) 433-7099 11am to 8pm
Traditional Turkey Dinner $23 – 25, Kids Meal is $12, regular menu also available

Cracker Barrel
5770 Wilmington Pike, Centerville, (937) 432-2431, 6am – 10pm
7171 Miller Lane, Butler Twp, (937) 890-0047; 6am to 10 pm
3280 Town Blvd, Middletown, (513) 727-4727; 6am to 10 pm
105 West Leffel Lane, Springfield (937) 325-8221; 6am to 10 pm
Turkey and traditional sides. No reservations taken

Ellie’s Restaruant at Mills Park Hotel (937) 319-0400
321 Xenia Avenue, Yellow Springs
Seatings at 11am, 12:30pm and 2pm, reservations required
Traditional Thanksgiving buffet $30 for adults, $12 for children 3-12

El Meson
903 E Dixie Dr, West Carrollton (937) 859-8229 11 – 5pm
Serving both a traditional Thanksgiving dinner and many of our gourmet, South American dishes available to choose from! Seating will be limited so make your reservation today.

Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar (937) 320-9548
Now you can take the stress out of Thanksgiving planning. Simply make your reservation today to enjoy the holiday just the way you like it. Join us on November 24 starting at 11am and enjoy a prix fixe menu inspired by traditional favorites for $39.95* per adult. For the kids, we’ve got another unique menu, just $19.95 per child.

Golden Corral 10am – 8pm,
2490 Commons Boulevard, Beavercreek (937)431-7300
8870 Kingsridge Drive, Dayton Mall (937)312-2400
6611 Miller Lane, Vandalia (937)264-3300
Turkey and traditional sides. No Reservations. $13.99, not including tax or beverage.

Golden Lamb Serving 11am until 6:30 pm
27 S. Broadway Lebanon, Ohio 45036 (513) 932-5065
3 course Turkey Meal $29.95
3 course carved beef tenderloin $35.95

Harrison’s Restaurant
106 E. Main Street, Tipp City (937) 667-5200 noon – 6pm
Classic turkey dinner with celery and sage dressing, mashed potatoes & gravy, green been casserole, house made cranberry sauce and warm apple pie with ice cream
$15.50 adults, $13.50 seniors, $9.50 children 10 and under

Hasty Tasty
509 Linden Ave., Dayton, (937) 254-8431; 5 am to 6 pm
Thanksgiving dinner specials, no reservations. Cost: $8.95, includes dessert.

Max & Erma’s
2 area locations: Miller Lane, Fairfield Commons 11am – midnight
Thanksgiving Dinner $14.99 for adults, $12.99 for children includes turkey, mashed potatoes, apple pecan stuffing, side of green beans, cranberry sauce and choice of salad or soup and slice of pumpkin cheesecake.

McCormick and Schmick’s
4429 Cedar Park Drive at The Greene, (937) 431-9200 noon to 8 pm
regular menu and Thanksgiving meal, which runs $24.99, for kids$9.99 reservations suggested

Mimi’s Cafe
4402 Walnut St. in The Greene in Beavercreek, (937) 426-9153; 8am – 8pm
regular menu and traditional Thanksgiving dinner, reservations accepted

Waffle House
To find the closest Waffle House to you use the store locator .
It’s open 24 hours and if you sit at the bar you can watch them flip your eggs- it’s like dinner theater.

Wellington Grille
2450 Dayton Xenia Road, Beavercreek (937) 426-4600 | Noon to 7pm
Traditional meal, plus regular items. Reservations Recommended

Yankee Trace Golf Club
10000 Yankee St, Dayton (937) 438-3585
Turn the Turkey over to us! We’re taking reservations for our annual Thanksgiving Buffet on Thursday, November 24. There are two seatings: 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Cost is $27.95 for adults and $12.95 for children 6–12 years old. Children five and under eat free. Reservations are required and fill up very fast.

Young’s Jersey Dairy Golden Jersey Inn- SOLD OUT
6880 Springfield-Xenia Rd. (U.S. 68), Yellow Springs, (937) 324-2050. 10:30 am to 6 pm seating every 90 minutes. Traditional Thanksgiving buffet including turkey, ham, sides, and desserts. Reservations required. Adults $20.95, children 4-10 $8.95, children 3 and under free.

Also don’t forget the Community Feast of Giving at the Dayton Convention Center. 11am -2pm
No Tickets Required and there will be free parking at the Dayton Convention Center Garage. Free RTA and Project Mobility transportation will be provided to and from the center. Call 937-425-8000 for RTA information.

Where You Can Pick up Prepared Dishes:

Get your pies from Ghostlight Coffee
(937) 985-2633

Apple Pies, Kentucky Bourbon Pecan Pie, Pumpkin and Maple Pie, with gluten free and vegan options as well!

Corner Kitchen 937 719-0999

Take a little bit of the stress out of the holiday and let a professional make Thanksgiving happen for you! Corner Kitchen is offering Sides and Pies for you to buy this year. It’s simple: call in your order, we’ll make it for you, provide you with heating instructions, and the day before Thanksgiving, you pick it up.

2 Cups Coffee & Bakery (937) 301-1837

Pies ($9.00) Dutch Apple, Pumpkin, & Pecan
Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie ($12.00)

Mini Cheesecakes ($3.00) Classic, Chocolate, Pumpkin, & Caramel Apple

Buckeye Triple Threats ($2.50 each)
Apple Kuchen ($5.00), serves 4-6
Pumpkin Roll ($5.00)

Morning Pastries ($2.00 each; 12 or more $1.50 each) Cinnamon Rolls, Sticky Buns, Apple Danish, Pecan Bear Claw, Kouign Amann, Cinnamon Coffee Cake, Assorted Muffins

Dinner Rolls (12/$4.00)

Hamburger Buns (8/$4.00)

Assorted Breads ($5.00) Garlic Herb Focaccia, Challah, Sourdough, Cinnamon & Apple Streusel

Stuffing Bread ($2.00)

Golden Lamb 27 S. Broadway Lebanon, Ohio (513) 932-5065
Enjoy a fully prepared hot, fresh and ready-to-serve Thanksgiving meal from the Golden Lamb for 12-14 adults in your own home. Reservations are required by 5 pm, Tuesday, November 24 and supplies are limited. Call (513) 932-5065 to reserve your Thanksgiving meal and select a curb-side pick-up time between 12:30 pm and 5 pm on Thanksgiving Day.

Hawthorn Grill 1222 E. Stroop Rd, Kettering 937-298-2222

Check out the Thanksgiving Catering menu.

Kroger

Spend more of your Thanksgiving at the table with family and friends by making us your sous chef. We’ll show you the easy ins and outs of ordering a delicious turkey dinner with our Deli department, plus our favorite tips on serving it up in style.

Whiskey Rebellion This Saturday at Warped Wing

November 16, 2016 By Lisa Grigsby

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Joe Head from The Century Bar with Warped Wing brewmaster John Haggerty

Warped Wing Brewing Co. will release Whiskey Rebellion and other rare Barrel Aged beers on Saturday, November 19rd. Festivities begin at noon at the brewery located at 26 Wyandot St, just north of the Oregon District.
Help celebrate the 2016 draught and can release of Whiskey Rebellion. A Bourbon Barrel Aged Russian Imperial Stout, Whiskey Rebellion was born in collaboration with Dayton’s only bourbon house, The Century Bar. In addition to the can and draught release, they’ll be tapping some rare barrel aged beers from our Brewmaster, John Haggerty’s cellar along with other Whiskey variants. The special tappings will be on the hour from 12-5pm. They’ll also be serving up live Bluegrass music from local bands. For football fans they’ll be bringing in extra big screen TV’s for your viewing pleasure.
Attendees can also pick 2-Packs of 16oz cans of Whiskey Rebellion, that will be exclusively available in the taproom so pick them up while they last.

Warped Wing Brewing Co. is a craft brewery inspired by Dayton’s rich history of innovation and invention. They are committed to carrying that spirit forward in today’s craft beer scene by brewing new proprietary beer styles and our own “warped” interpretations. They also focus on creating unique seasonal and specialty beers.

They have a full-scale production brewery in the heart of downtown Dayton in the site of the old Buckeye Brass & Iron Foundry circa 1938. They brew and distribute their beers to local restaurants, bars, grocery and retailers in the Dayton, Cincinnati and Columbus markets.

Holiday Wine Dinner at Lily’s Bistro

November 14, 2016 By Dayton Most Metro

Just in time for your Thanksgiving feast’s preparations, Lily’s Bistro is hosting a Holiday Wine Dinner on Wednesday, November 23 at 6pm.

“We’ll have one of our favorite wine experts, Kara York from Wine Trends, on hand with many bottles for sale,” Emily Mendenhall, owner of Lily’s Bistro said. “Our kitchen is working up some special menu items that will showcase the best ways to pair each one.”

The Holiday Wine Dinner will feature four special menu items created by Chef de Cuisine Amy Finch and Sous Chef James Burton

“We love doing special dinners like this because it gives our kitchen staff the opportunity to experiment and be creative and it highlights new holiday wines.” Mendenhall said.

For those interested, The Holiday Wine Dinner takes place at Lily’s Bistro on Wednesday, November 23 at 6:30pm. The tasting features 4 all new menu courses paired with 4 wines.

Tickets are $49 including tax and tip, and are available at the restaurant or online.

Zombie Dogz Now Open on Brown Street

November 13, 2016 By Lisa Grigsby

After much anticipation and several practice nights, the doors at Zombie Dogz officially open at 1200 Brown Street today at 10am.

They’ll be serving up their gourmet hot dogs seven days a week. Hours will be:

Monday-Thursday 10:30-11
Friday-Saturday 10:30-midnight
Sunday 10-9

With 12 dogz on the menu and 3 seasonal dogs making special appearances, they’ve even added a gluten free bun option, diners will have plenty of choices. Sides include Dr.Pepper baked beans, truffle macaroni and cheese and tater tots!

They’ve also partnered with Beavercreek bakery Cake, Hope & Love to offer an exclusive line of cupcakes with three flavors (pictured below) you won’t find anywhere else, according CH&L owner Shannon Teague. For many of us this ability to support to awesome local entrepreneurs in one building is great news!

Owners David and Lee VanArtsdalen, with 9 week old Dylan and big brother Dylan have spent the last week hosting friends, family and supporters into the restaurant so they can test the new staff, the set up, learn the registers and get ready for the crowds that will no doubt pack the place. At one of the preview nights, I commented to them I think their biggest problem is going to be staying below the mandated occupancy code of 66! Lee shared that on top of having the new baby and opening the shop, they are moving to a new house this coming weekend as well.

The VanArstdalen’s posted this thank you on their facebook page today:

“Something I’d also like to mention is all of the local community we’ve pulled in to help build our location. The artists, marketing people, tech peeps, contractors, design group, realtor company ect……. are all a part of helping our restaurant come together and wouldn’t be what it is now without the help of everyone who’s rode this ride with us. We’d just like to give a special thanks to those mentioned that have really made our new location what it is now.”

We wish them all huge success! And yes, they food truck will still continue to make appearances around town!

“Dead Dixie”: Bacon, Apple and Blue Cheese Bliss.

Meet Dorothy Lane’s Culinary School All Stars

November 11, 2016 By Dayton937 Leave a Comment

Peggy Neary during a featured cooking class

Calling all cooks! Our Food Adventures Crew loves to entertain. One of those ways is through whipping up meals for friends and family. Want to learn some skills from the basic to advanced? May we suggest some classes? If you want to “wow” them at your next dinner party, well then, we have the place for you….

Whether you call it the Dorothy Lane Market School of Cooking or the Culinary Center at Dorothy Lane Market, there is a cult following for this organization. And rightfully so, as we are lucky to have such a resource her in Dayton. Many brilliant cooks, chefs and kitchen volunteers make kitchen program come to life. Each year, throughout all 12 months, hundreds of attendees learn from some of the Miami Valley’s Best. Today, Food Adventures would like to introduce you to some of the All Stars that shine in this stellar organization.

Lamb Shank Bruchetta by Chef House

HERE’S THE SKINNY on THE CULINARY CENTER at DLM:

— Located at 6177 Far Hills Ave. in Centerville in the Washington Square Shopping Center.

— Hours are Monday – Friday 10am-3pm

— They offer classes year round for all ages

Mary Cooney, one of our favorites with Jax who has Mary’s cookbook !

— Prices range, depending on the class, and of course you get taste plates of each course during these events.

— Some classes are hands on, others are just observatory. The smells and the flavors are always fantastic, and the lessons are very informative.

— Numerous volunteers help clean, serve and even prepare some parts of the meals. Without them, the courses would not go as smoothly. In fact they wouldn’t take place at all.

— They do private events, like office parties. Team building events, anniversary parties, etc.

The school of cooking is close to our hearts. Hungry Jax has

Chef House prepping for a Food Adventure Class

been steadily active in volunteering over the years. She introduced The Big Ragu to the group, and he has even volunteered about 10 times over the past few years. Chef House has hosted her own cooking classes, and has lead the way for our Food Adventures Crew to reach our dream of hosting a couple of classes ourselves (The next one is “Food Adventure Party Foods” on May 18th, 2016).

Over the years, we have gotten to know the “ins and outs” of this fantastic Culinary Center, and the many “unsung heroes” of local cooking.

We are proud to introduce you to just some of the workhorses, that make the center a great success. They are today’s “Must Meets.”

Zebbie Borland with a delicious looking Almond Cake

DOROTHY LANE MARKET CULINARY CENTER’S “MUST MEETS:

PEGGY NEARY: Peggy has been a joyful part of the DLM experience for 16 years. She is the current manager, and runs most of the planning day in and day out. She readies and schedules all the classes, and prepares the paperwork. even though she has a busy schedule, she always finds time to meet and plan for new events. Peggy always has a smile on her face, and is a big supporter of the Dayton community. She is the glue.. er glucose that holds the place together !

MARY COONEY: Mary has been huge part of the classes and cooking program for over a decade. Her specialties are her lifelong, Italian family recipes. She is a tremendous baker too. Mary Cooney is a first-generation Italian-American who has a passion for teaching. that is hard to equal. She loves to share her knowledge of authentic Italian dishes as well as baking pies and desserts. We recommend her cookbook which just happens to be for sale at the DLM Culinary Center as well. She is definitely one of our favorites.

Freshly made tortellini in broth – Mary Cooney style

CARRIE WALTERS: Every time we are around Carrie, she is always making some incredible food. She is the official Dorothy Lane Market Corporate Chef. She is in charge of running some of the most popular events at DLM like the Food & Wine Show. She is also very involved in helping develop the curriculum of the Culinary Center classes. Her happiness in the kitchen is infectious, and her classes are delicious, informative and fun. Her reach goes beyond the School of Cooking. You can find many of Carrie’s recipes in the pre-made foods for sale at Dorothy Lane Market. She develops DLM’s Market report and instructional videos. She loves to travel, and uses those opportunities to learn new recipes, cooking methods which enhance the programs of the Culinary Center.

Julia Hoy is a shining star at the DLM Culinary Center

JULIA HOY: She typically works days at the Dorothy Lane Market Culinary Center. Her specialty is German cooking and dishes. Julia is also known for her dedication and cooking instruction in the “Basics” classes. These are perfect introductory classes that are essesntial for those wanting to build the foundation of food knowledge. This California girl graduated from college with a degree in Food Science. She put her skills to work at Sunkist Growers,shortly before moving to Ohio. Julia began working at Dorothy Lane Market in 2006 developing recipes for the Produce Departments. She continued her education at Sinclair, attaining a Culinary Arts degree and Culinary Certification. She is a workhorse of the organization, and is one of the reasons for the school’s solid success.

Chef Carrie, Chef Wiley and Chef DiSanto – ALL STARS !

ZEBBIE BORLAND: For 25 years, Zebbie has been a part of the Dorothy Lane Market family. She is known for her popular cooking classes for kids. From grilling to desserts, these classes are basic, informative and a perfect way to introduce your children formally to the world of cooking. One of the pillars of the center, Zebbie helps round out a full program of classes at the Culinary Center. Parents, take advantage of her great classes !

Chef House cooking with Mary Cooney

JOHN CHICO: John is a passionate home cook. His experiences cooking for family (like his 4 Italian Grandparents) and friends have brought his influences to the Culinary Center. Always willing to learn new things, John soaks up a lot of the information and techniques by rubbing elbows the the staff. John hosts the popular Pretzel Classes and a continuing education program with the University of Dayton. Beef stew, polento, and sousvide are some of his specialties. He uses his wife and children to test “breakfast for dinner” recipes. John has taken calsses at the center, volunteered for classes and finally has come full circle into an instructor.

Some classes even are paired with wine or beer !

We would be remiss if Food Adventures didnt mention just some of the “MUST MEET” chefs that have an influence on the Culinary Center at DLM.

CHEF JENN DISANTO: This amazing Chef is even more of an amazing person. She is one of our favorite people in the world. Chef Jenn DiSanto has a long friendship with Chef House. Hungry Jax has worked many of her cooking classes over the past decade. Big Ragu even worked one a few year back, but his heart was stolen by the menu at her catering business called Fresco (that is another whole Food Adventure article in itself). Jenn is a classically trained chef, known for using the highest-quality seasonal ingredients.

Hungry Jax on Kitchen Prep for some Buffalo Roll

She earned her culinary degree in Connecticut but has traveled extensively, even becoming a private chef domestically and overseas. Chef Disanto loves to pay homage to different cultures by producing some delicious, rustic recipes from different countries. An upstate New York native, she brings a strong work ethic to the kitchen. The result is meals that are extremely flavorful. Jenn also devotes much time and resources to helping various Dayton area charities that are close to her heart.

CHEF ELIZABETH WILEY: Chef Wiley is one of the culinary superstars of the Miami Valley. This Kansas native has been cooking professionally since 1979. After coming to Dayton and having a nearly 2 decade stint at the Winds she went a different direction. In 2004, her big breakout came when she wowed crowds after opening Meadowlark Restaurant. Her mantra is “We cook what we like to eat, and what’s in season.” That philosophy has led to unmatched triumphs. Using her experiences cooking in Chicago, San Francisco and Key West, Chef Wiley has poured this knowledge into her delicious menus. She parlayed her success and partnered in opening “Wheat Penny Pizza Oven.” This inventive venture takes

Chef Liz Valenti is all smiles

pizza and Italian favorites to a new level. She is also well known for her charitable contributions to local causes. Stay tuned for more news and business ventures from Chef Wiley.

CHEF LIZ VALENTI: Chef Valenti is a positive force of energy at the DLM Culinary Center. She is Catering and Private Party Director. She handles all of this along with her businesses partnerships like, Wheat Penny Pizza Oven. Known for pizza and innovative takes on Italian food, Liz’s star has been shining in Dayton for some time. Not only is she an amazing kitchen talent, she is also a great person. If she is a part of the event, be prepared for a delicious time. You will often notice her and her business partners helping various non-profit organizations around town. She is always giving back to the community.

A Food Adventure of Champagne Mussels – a Chef House recipe

The Culinary Center also has some fun internal events from various Pot Luck dinners, to a Julia Child Birthday celebration meal.

Oh and lest we forget the store inside the Culinary Center. Along the walls are books and various kitchen utensils for sale. A lot of these items you won’t find anywhere else. They also offer kitchen towels, copper items and many upscale verisons of essesntial kitchen tools.

Peggy works behind the Vino

Now you know a little bit more about the Culinary Center at Dorothy Lane Market. It is a great “School of Cooking” for any Miami Valley resident. Please take advantage of their classes and events. Sign up for one today! Search www.DorothyLane.com for more info.

There are opportunities to volunteeer for these classes as well. If you are interested contact Peggy at 937-435-5696 on weekdays.

The classes not only showcase the cooks, but they give a thoughtful insight on the very offerings of special, fresh ingredients from Dorothy Lane’s produce or specialty grocery sections.

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Please browse the photos below from our Food Adventures at Dorothy Lane Market’s Culinary Center:

Wok right in and start learning

Chef DiSanto’s Swordfish Steaks

Chef Carrie at her best

Food Adventure Dinner 1 of 6 courses

JAx is excited for our first cooking class and the signage!

Preparing for a stir fry class

Inside the Center

Food Adventures Class

Full House

Our class

Jax and Chef serving up our 2nd class

Plating Tomato Pie, garlic artichoke cheese dip and melba toasts

Chef House at the Culinary Center

Jackie at LOBSTER CLASS !

Tomato Pie by our own Jax

Yellow Springs Brewery’s Cans Get a Redesign

November 9, 2016 By Kevin Gray

On Friday, November 11^th, Yellow Springs Brewery will be holding a Metamorphosis Party to celebrate the official unveiling of their new can designed. The can design will be an extension of the new logo the brewery unveiled late last month.

Why the makeover? Co-owner Lisa Wolters explains that, “We were not unhappy with the old logo, but when we tried to apply it to our package, it didn’t lend itself to what we had in mind.” Namely, while the cans themselves looked great, the brewery name in the logo was hard to read, obviously a situation not conducive to retail sales.

The new logo retains the eagle from the original logo, but in the update, the eagle becomes the main focal point. “Eagles can mean a lot of things — freedom, strength, vision — but to Yellow Springs Brewery, the eagle suggests a certain spirit. A spirit that means you have the freedom, strength, and vision to reach higher, to not just accept the status quo, to embrace new perspectives and to dream,” explains Wolters. “It a was simplistic idea,” she elaborates, “the American entrepreneurial spirit. That’s who we are.”

The brewery’s new logo and can designs are a creation of Don Pendleton, a nationally recognized artist residing in Dayton. Pendleton has a connection with Yellow Spring Brewery’s salesperson Shawn Combs, who worked with Pendleton at Alien Workshop. Nate Cornett, the brewery’s other co-owner, and Wolters were fans of Pendleton’s work and were eager to have his help on redesigning the cans.

With its geometric shapes and muted colors, the new logo is reflective of Pendleton’s work. The burnt yellow and the purple were retained to tie into the existing Yellow Springs branding (which will be slowly phased out). The new cans will feature a single signature color per brand, so consumers will be able to differentiate beers like Zoetic from Captain Stardust. The logo itself will tie the brands together and retain consistency among labels.

The brewery’s taproom doubles as a gallery for local artists, and at The Metamorphosis Party, Pendleton’s art will be on display and for sale (for a sneak peak, check out his website. < http://www.elephont.com>). The party starts at 3 pm with a lineup of special Captain Stardust and Zoetic tappings (the Stardust variants include versions with coffee, biscotti, strawberry daiguiri, grapefruit, and one served on nitro. There will also be a habanero Zoetic variant). Stick around as they unveil additional limited releases throughout the night: Gindust (5 pm), Zoetic with mango (6 pm), Captain Stardust with sour cherry (7 pm) and Zoetic with grapefruit (8 pm).

The party runs from 3-10 pm and will feature merchandise with the new logo, a photo booth, and food available to purchase from Harvest Food Truck. The brewery is located at 305 North Walnut Street, Suite B; Yellow Springs, OH 45387. For more information, contact Lisa Wolters at 937-767- 0222 or find them on the web at www.yellowspringsbrewery.com.

Vermouth: From Medicine to Mixology

November 9, 2016 By Brian Petro

Roman wormwood, vermouth’s humble beginnings.

Combing through history, you will see one fact common to most liquors: they started off as medicine. Beer and wine had other uses. They were easier to make and used for everything from paying workers to surviving fasts to having something to drink that would not kill you. Before we started to dig into the science of diseases, doctors would prescribe methods that we would now call alternative medicine. Anything from draining humours through leeches to mixing a variety of herbs into a liquid and drinking it. One of the earliest herbs used was wormwood, based on the belief that it was effective in fighting stomach ailments.

The wormwood-infused wine would be consumed after a meal to calm the stomach and aid in digestion. This technique was used in Europe as early as 400 BC and in some cultures earlier than that. As the wine became popular in the 16^th century, those creating it added other herbs and spices to take the horribly bitter edge off the wormwood. In Germany, this bitter root was called Wermut. When the French and Italians took hold of it, they just Romanticized the word, calling the new batch of fortified and aromatized wines “vermouth.”

Modern vermouth became popular around the end of the 18^th century when Antonio Benedetto Carpano introduced it to the market. It quickly became a darling with the courts in the area and started to spread to the rest of the country. Not too far away, in southern France, dry vermouth was gaining steam. The French kept the botanical punch that the Italians had built into the wine, but dialed the sugar content back considerably. This is what gives dry vermouth its herbal punch. The Italians also have a version of a white, or blanco, vermouth that is a sweeter version of the French dry. It does not have less of an herbal kick; it has more sugar to hide it. Traditionally, these were the three styles of vermouth found in any liquor store. With the boom we see in craft cocktails, manufacturers are experimenting with other wines and herbs to offer new flavor profiles. There are rosé and orange wine-based vermouths now that utilize other botanicals.

Gaze upon this collection of Martini vermouths…

For over 100 years, vermouth had a starring role in the cocktails the world enjoyed. Two of the classics, the Manhattan and the Martini, were based on the herbal flavors they brought to rye whiskey and gin, respectively. Flipping through classic recipe books, you can see that after the tremendous impact vermouth had when it arrived in the United States in the mid-19^th century, it started to wane. The amount of vermouth became smaller and smaller until we settled on the 3:1 or 5:1 proportions you may see in bars. Venues that focus more on the classics will put the ratio closer to 2:1 spirit to vermouth, and may even offer the Martinez. The Martinez is one of the few vintage cocktails you will find where the vermouth, not the spirit, is the star in the glass. Two parts vermouth to one part gin (or 1:1, or 1.5:1, whichever proportion the bartender assures you is the original) is what you will find, with some maraschino liqueur to balance out the herbal quality.

Martinez

2 oz. sweet vermouth
1 oz. Old Tom gin (Ransom is an excellent choice)
1 tsp. maraschino liqueur
2 ds. Bitters (Boker’s is in the original, but Angostura works well)

Glass: Cocktail
Ice: None
Garnish: Lemon zest

Pour all of the ingredients into a mixing glass over ice. Stir until the cocktail is well chilled, then strain into the glass. Twist the zest over the cocktail then add it to the glass.

Martinez cocktail (credit: Ann Larie Valentine)

Any trace amounts of vermouth you were going to find in cocktails were wiped clean when Prohibition covered the land. Liquors that could not be faked were purged, lost in America for decades. When we finally returned to the business of drinking, vodka was becoming the spirit of choice. Vermouth has a strong flavor, and vodka has little. Vodka martinis, now sporting olives, forcefully pushed dry vermouth to the back of the bar shelf. And while some of the war vets were still big on the Manhattan, no one wanted to drink what their parents drank. Sweet vermouth soon found itself collecting dust as well, watching rum take over the brown liquor spot as vodka took over for clear liquor. The 1970’s and 80’s were dominated by sweet cocktails, balanced slightly by citrus juices. Unless grandpa was bellying up to the bar, vermouth was on the sidelines with the bitters.

The craft cocktail boom has invigorated the industry. From just a few bottles of Martini and Rossi on the shelf to an ever-widening array of flavors, vermouth is back. Before you run out and add that amazing collection to your liquor shelf, keep in mind that vermouth has to be at least 75% wine. That means an open bottle is only going to be good for up to four weeks on your liquor shelf. You can extend that through refrigeration, but not by much. Many brands offer smaller bottles to purchase. Grab one of those if it is just for you around the house. Or considering adding vermouth as part of your dinner plans to either get the stomach ready or calm it down after the meal. If the bottle lasts long enough to go a little south, you can add it to recipes that call for wine. Another requirement of vermouth is that it has wormwood as part of the recipe, best known as a dominant flavor in absinthe. That flavor heightens when you cook with it. You can put it in some cocktails to enjoy with your meal as well. Beyond the traditional Manhattan (sweet vermouth) and Gin Martini (dry vermouth), there is a wide array of cocktails that call for this fortified, aromatized wine.

Negroni

1 oz. gin
1 oz. Campari
1 oz. sweet Vermouth

Glass: Cocktail or Coupe
Ice: None
Garnish: Orange Zest

Pour all of the ingredients into a mixing glass. Stir, then strain into the cocktail glass. Twist the orange zest over the cocktail, then add to the glass. Alternatively, you can pour all of the ingredients over cubed ice (larger cubes work best), stir, then serve.

A Negroni on the rocks. (credit: Geoff Peters)

The Negroni is a vintage cocktail from Italy. The rumor is that Count Negroni, after an extended stay in America, was traveling the Italian countryside. When he came to his usual bar for his usual drink, an Americano, he asked to replace the soda water with gin. The concoction worked and had been the springboard for countless variations. Substitute the gin with rye whiskey, and you have a Boulevardier. Exchange the gin with champagne for a Negroni Sbagliato. The possibilities are endless.

Vieux Carré

.75 oz Rye Whiskey
.75 oz Cognac
.75 oz sweet Vermouth
1 tsp Bénédictine
2 dashes Peychaud’s Bitters
2 dashes Angostura bitters

Glass: Old Fashioned
Ice: Cubed
Garnish: Cherry OR Lemon Zest

Pour all of the ingredients into a mixing glass over ice. Stir, then strain into the Old Fashioned glass over fresh ice. Garnish with either the cherry or the lemon zest. Both, if you want to.

Built in New Orleans in the post-Prohibition era, it is a celebration of the vibrant cocktail culture that developed there. It is well balanced and a delight to drink. A bottle of Bénédictine herbal liqueur is a versatile addition to any home bar.

Scofflaw

2 oz. Bourbon or rye whiskey
1 oz. Dry vermouth
.25 oz. Fresh lemon juice
.5 oz. Grenadine
2 dashes Orange bitters

Glass: Cocktail
Ice: None
Garnish: Orange Zest

Pour all of the ingredients into a mixing tin over ice. Shake well for 20 – 30 seconds, then strain into the cocktail glass. Twist the orange twist over the cocktail and add to the glass.

This Prohibition cocktail is appropriately named. Developed at Harry’s Bar in Paris in the 1920’s, it reaches for the traditional French dry vermouth instead of the sweet usually found in whiskey cocktails. There is also some debate as to the use of lemon or lime juice. The original recipe calls for lemon juice, and I will back that one. But experiment as you like.

With the resurgence of vermouth over the last few years, the options for bartenders have expanded. From Dolin to Noilly Pratt to Carpano, we have come a long way from just the bottles of Martini and Rossi on the shelf. Grab a bottle and take a sip before you start adding it to a cocktail. You may like what you taste!

2 Day Wine Festival at Jungle Jim’s

November 9, 2016 By Dayton Most Metro

The 2016 Jungle Jim’s International Wine Festival will be a weekend to remember. With 90 wineries pouring over 400 wines, delicious food pairings by country, live music, and great company, it’s two extravagant evenings filled with the finest wines from around the world. Taking place at the Oscar Event Center at Jungle Jim’s Fairfield on Friday, November 11 and Saturday, November 12, from 7:00 – 10:00pm, Jungle Jim’s International Wine Festival will bring the Grand Hall to exuberant, flamboyant life.

There are 3 different tickets available:

Grand Tasting: Grand Tasting: With 90 wineries pouring over 400 wines, the Grand Tasting lets you enjoy delicious food pairings by country, live music, and great company. You’ll also take home a commemorative 2016 Winefest glass and Tasting Guide. Look for food pairings, samples of food presented by Jungle Jim’s International Market. There will be approximately 6 food pairing booths around the festival. However, samples will not be enough for a meal; they’re meant to help you enjoy the wines. $65

Those looking for a more in-depth experience can upgrade to Connoisseur. Along with all of the benefits of the Grand Tasting, you’ll gain access to a special Connoisseur Only area for a little rest and relaxation, where you’ll indulge in the International “Dinner by the Bite,” exclusive wine sampling, and have full access to the Oscar Bar. $125

The Non-Drinker Grand Tasting ticket is $25 and includes entrance to the event for one evening, food pairings, soda, water and coffee. $25

You can purchase your tickets online or at the door for this event. Handling charges on tickets increase your outlay to $69.23 for the grand tasting or $133.13 for the Connoisseur. Parking for the event in plentiful and free. Park in the area designated for The Oscar Event Center, which is close to the Holden Drive entrance to Jungle Jim’s International Market. You can also access the parking lots by coming in the gorilla entrance (which is the entrance with the digital sign) and turning right. The Oscar Event Center parking is on the right.

Buyer’s Club, The New Purchase Passport

An integral, beneficial, and unique piece of the Wine Festival experience is our Buyer’s Club program, previously called Purchase Passport. By signing up before the show, you’re ready to enjoy the festival in the most in-depth way possible. Buyer’s Club members will receive a special, free tasting plate. Once you order your tickets, you’ll have access to sign up for Buyer’s Club. It’s the best possible way to experience the show. Once you sign up, it’s as easy as picking up your Buyer’s Club card at the festival, tasting from hundreds of wines, and ordering the ones you enjoy most. You tell us which location you usually shop, and we’ll make sure your order is ready to pick up the week after the festival.

In order to sign up for Buyer’s Club, you must purchase a ticket to the 2016 International Wine Festival. So what are you waiting for? Buy your tickets now!

Veterans Day Free Meals & Deals 2016

November 9, 2016 By Lisa Grigsby

Veterans Day is a time for us to pay our respects to those who have served. This holiday started as a day to reflect upon the heroism of those who died in our country’s service, and was originally called Armistice Day. It fell on Nov. 11 because that is the anniversary of the signing of the Armistice that ended World War I. However, in 1954, the holiday was changed to “Veterans Day” in order to account for all veterans in all wars.

Veterans day is just around the corner and many of our area eateries are providing dining deals to salute our service men and women. For the eighth year in a row DaytonMostMetro.com is proud to present a round-up of these discounts and freebies. As always, if you know of deal we’ve missed, please add it in the comments below. And to all those who have or are serving our country- we thank you!

Amber Rose Restaurant– Free Bier Cheese appetizer for all veterans & active duty military on Friday.

Applebee’s – In honor of their services, veterans and active duty military get a free meal.

BJ’s Restaurant
All veterans and active military can enjoy a complimentary entree under $12.95 on Friday, 11/11/2016. Please present your military ID to receive this offer.

BD’s Mongolian Grill – 20% off to all Veterans and active duty from 11/7-11/11.

Bob Evans
Bob Evans Restaurants are offering free select menu items to Veterans and Active Duty Military on Veterans Day, Friday Nov. 11, 2016. In addition to the meal, Bob Evans will offer a 10% discount from November 12 – December 31 for both dine-in and carryout meals.

Bonefish Grill – Veterans and active military can kick off their meal with a free Bang Shrimp Appetizer.

Carrabba’s – From November 7 – 13, vets and active military can receive a free appetizer. To get the deal, bring along a military I.D. or uniform.

City Barbeque – Every veteran or active-duty service member can receive one free sandwich platter for either dine-in or carryout orders. City Barbeque locations will be open 10:30 am–10 pm on November 11.

Cracker Barrel – Veterans can celebrate the holiday with a free Double Chocolate Fudge Coca Cola Cake.

Ellie’s Restaurant & Bakery in Mills Park Hotel- free dessert for service members on Friday evening (Nov. 11), and the hotel has created a package for military guests. It includes a discounted stay, dollars toward breakfast at Ellie’s and half-off a future stay.

Gold Star Chili – Veterans enjoy a free three way and a drink with proof of military surface

Golden Corral
On Monday, November 14th, 2016 from 5 PM to 9 PM, Golden Corral offers a free sit-in “thank you” dinner for Military veterans, retirees, and active duty members

Hooters
Hooters invites all veterans and current servicemen and women to a Hooters Veterans Day free meal from their select Veterans Day menu by presenting a military ID or proof of service at any Hooters location across the country on 11-11-2016.

IHOP
On Veteran’s Day between 7 am and 7 pm, participating IHOP Restaurants around the nation will be honoring the brave men and women who have served, or are serving, in the United States Military by offering them free Red, White and Blue pancakes. Select IHOP restaurants will also offer a combo of two eggs, hash browns and choice of two bacon strips or pork sausage links as part of the Red, White & Blue Pancake promotion. Promotion for retired and active duty military personnel.

LongHorn Steakhouse

Show proof of your military service and this steakhouse is guaranteed to provide you with a free appetizer or dessert, no purchase necessary. In addition, LongHorn Steakhouse will offer 10% off for guests that dine with Veterans on November 11.

Mamma DiSalvo’s – all veteran’s get a free cannoli

Max & Erma’s
All veterans and active duty military personnel can get a free cheeseburger and fries meal at any Dayton location.

McCormick and Schmick’s

Veterans and Gold Star Families can enjoy a complimentary meal at McCormick and Schmick’s on Sunday, November 6th, 2016. Bloody Mary’s or Mimosas will be available for $3.

Milano’s – All Milano’s are offering a free 1/2 sub and chips to all active duty and vets. All you need is your Military ID.

Mimi’s Cafe

Veterans and Military receive a free entree with the purchase of any non-alcoholic drink at Mimi’s Cafe on Veteran’s Day, 11/11/16. Entrees on the Veteran’s Day menu include Grilled Chicken & Frites, Chicken Chop salad, Brioche Cheeseburger, or Farmhouse Tacos.

O’Charley’s

O’Charley’s will honor our military on Veterans Day 2016 by offering veterans and active duty service members a free meal at any location on November 11th. Additionally, O’Charley’s offers a 10 percent military discount all year long.

Olive Garden
The restaurant is offering one free entree to active-duty and military veterans from a special menau of six of the most popular items. Entrees are served with unlimited homemade soup or famous house salad and warm, garlic breadsticks.

Pa’s Pork – One of Dayton’s favorite food trucks is offering 50% off to veterans on 11/11/16. Check their site for locations for that day.

Panera Bread – In honor of Veterans Day, show your Military ID or wear your uniform to receive a FREE You Pick Two Meal. (Not valid with rapid pick up or online ordering).

Rapid Fired Pizza – will be offering veterans and active duty a free pizza with proof of service

Red Lobster – To thank Veterans, active duty military and reservists, Red Lobster will offer a free appetizer or dessert with a valid military ID on November 10th and 11th.

Red Robin – With a military I.D., vets and active duty members can sup on a Red’s Tavern Double Burger and Bottomless Fries.

Ruby Tuesday – Veterans and active duty personnel can begin their meal with a free appetizer on November 11th.

Texas Roadhouse – A free veterans lunch menu will be available Friday, Nov. 11. Sides and drinks are included with this promotion as well.

Young’s Jersey Dairy – To show our appreciation for the folks who serve or served our country in the military, November 11-13, all items (except gift cards) will be discounted 20% for active, retired, or reserve Air Force, National Guard, Navy, Army, Marine or Coast Guard personnel and their immediate families at The Dairy Store, The Marketplace, The Golden Jersey Inn and Udders and Putters. Please show military ID or ID that shows you served in the military to receive discount.

Jimmie’s Ladder 11 & Ghostlight Coffee Turn Five

November 6, 2016 By Lisa Grigsby

Hard to believe it’s been 5 years since the Fire House at 936 Brown St, which was built 124 years ago when the fire engines were run by horse drawn carriages, was revamped into Jimmie’s Ladder 11. Dayton Fire Department memorabilia lines the walls of this beautiful dining area. Antique wood floors and walls throughout the building develops a warm, nostalgic feel. Time flies and Jimmie’s is inviting us all to celebrate with them all week long.

Anniversary Party Schedule

Monday 11/7: Josiah Whitley Residency with Megan Bee at 10 PM
Tuesday 11/8: Election Day, get out & VoteOpen Mic Jam hosted by Mikey Dread & Nick Brandell
Wednesday 11/9: Old Forrester Birthday Bourbon Night
Thursday 11/10: Great Lakes Christmas Ale Release Party
Friday 11/11: Anniversary Raffle from 11 AM to Midnight with all proceeds going to the local VA. Cheesecake & the French will perform at 10 PM for $5
Saturday 11/12: Anniversary Raffle from 11 AM to Midnight with all proceeds going to the local VA. Great Northern String Band will perform at 10 PM for $5

And Jimmie’s isn’t the only area business that debuted five years ago in November. Shane Anderson opened Ghostlight Coffee on Wayne Ave in South Park. This cozy gourmet coffee shop quickly became a pillar of the community, hosting art shows, poetry readings and so much more. They’ve added housebaked treats, bagels, holiday pies and supported many area events providing coffee to go. This coming Sunday they’ll colloborate with Jimmie’s for a very special celebration dinner.

GhostLadder 5 ~ Celebrating 5 Years with 5 Courses

Sunday 11/13 at 6pm Jimmie’s Ladder 11 & Ghostlight Coffee will collaborate together on a five-course dinner. The after party and fifth course will be at Jimmie’s Greenhouse. Tickets are limited with a cost of $40 and are available at Jimmie’s Ladder 11 or Ghostlight Coffee.

The Menu:

Course One:
Espresso Black Bean Chili & Cornbread Muffin paired with Fifth Street Brewpub’s JoJo’s Midnight Stout.

Course Two:
Mixed Greens tossed in Walnut Maple Vinaigrette topped with Applewood Smoked Bacon, Red Onion, Candied Espresso Walnuts & Asiago Cheese paired with Fernet Cold Brew Cocktail.

Course Three:
Grilled Cheesy Grits topped with Bourbon Coffee Glazed Shrimp paired with Toxic Brew’s Night Ender Stout.

Course Four:
Coffee Braised Short Ribs served with Roasted Root Vegetables, Whipped Potatoes & Red Eye Gravy paired with Warped Wing’s Esther’s Little Secret.

Course Five:
Gamma Bomb Brownies topped with Kentucky Bourbon Pecan Brittle or Ghostlight Celebration Torte paired with hand poured Ghostlight’s “Poet & Pilots Blend” coffee and Warped Wing’s Gamma Bomb IPA infused with Ghostlight Coffee.

National Sandwich Day Deals

November 3, 2016 By Dayton Most Metro

November 3 is the birthday of John Montagu, the fourth Earl of Sandwich. This 18th century English noble wanted to eat his meal with one hand during a 24-hour gambling event, so he instructed his servants to serve him his lunchmeat between two slices of bread. To commemorate the birth of the world’s first sandwich-maker, November 3 is now National Sandwich Day!

Arby’s – Sign up for Arby’s emails and get a coupon for a free Roast Beef Classic with the purchase of a drink.

BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse: – BJ’s, which has a variety of sandwiches on its menu, has a $5 off purchase coupon here. Alcoholic beverages are excluded.

Burger King – You can get two breakfast Croissan’wiches for $4 or two extra long cheeseburgers, original chicken sandwiches or big fish sandwich for $5.

Dominoes – Get two oven-baked sandwiches for $5.99 each.

Jersey Mike’s – Get a coupon for $2 off any regular sub. Available to email club members and fans on social media (Facebook, Instagram and Twitter). Good on Nov. 3.

Logan’s Roadhouse – Join Logan’s Roadhouse Club and receive $5 off your purchase of $20 or more.

Longhorn Steakhouse – Join the Longhorn Steakhouse eClub and receive a free appetizer with the purchase of an adult dinner entrée. You can also use this coupon to get $3 off your purchase of two adult lunch entrees or $1.50 off one adult entrée until Nov. 7.

McAlister’s Deli: A choice of six different club sandwiches is priced at just $4 in honor of National Sandwich Day on Thursday.

Outback Steakhouse – Outback has a coupon for $4 off your check when you purchase two lunch entrees at participating locations. Offer good until Nov. 15.

Panera Bread – Enter code RPUBC2 at checkout to save $3 off your Rapid Pick Up online order. Good until Nov. 6.

Penn Station East Coast Subs: This Cincinnati-based fast-casual chain with abundant locations in the South and Midwest also has a buy-one, get-one-free sandwich offer on the table for November 3.

Quiznos: Download the new chain’s new loyalty app, Toasty Points, and receive a free 4-inch sub with any purchase. Quiznos will also be rolling out special deals all day in honor of National Sandwich Day.

Schlotzky’s Deli: Buy one medium sandwich get one free on National Sandwich Day. You can also get a free small The Original sandwich when you download the Lotz 4 Me app.

Smashburger –Use this coupon to get one adult entrée free with purchase of the same. Good at participating locations until Nov. 4.

Subway – Get a free sub when you buy any sub and drink (in-restaurant only). For each deal purchased, Subway will donate a meal to Feeding America.

Zombie Dogz Sets Opening Date

November 2, 2016 By Guest Contributor

So………, with much excitement, we’d finally like to announce that we are finally opening Sunday, NOVEMBER 13th 2016 @ 1200 Brown St. Suite 150. We will be open from 10am-9pm.

We are offering 12 core Dogz out of the long list of dogs that we have and will always have another 3 to seasonally rotate around throughout the seasonal changes. We are implementing side items other than chips, and also salads, and a new protein, chicken sausages, and also, finally by popular demand, a gluten free bun option????

Something I’d also like to mention is all of the local community we’ve pulled in to help build our location. The artists, marketing people, tech peeps, contractors, design group, realtor company ect……. are all a part of helping our restaurant come together and wouldn’t be what it is now without the help of everyone who’s rode this ride with us. We’d just like to give a special thanks to those mentioned that have really made our new location what it is now❤️

It has been a long journey and we are so proud to finally be at this point of

Art by Matty McTatty

finally showing everyone what we’ve spent 3 years working so hard for, and what we’ve been working on the last 6 months. We’ve really put a lot of our blood, sweat, and tears into our brick and mortar location, and we are just so stoked to finally introduce Zombie Dogz Dayton to the community. We couldn’t have made it this far without everyone’s support over the years. That’s why we are just so full of emotions to finally give Zombie Dogz a permanent place here in Dayton, but most importantly to finally give our employees a permanent job. We are so lucky to have the crew that has stuck by us since the beginning and has believed in us this much to have stuck it out this long with us for this day to finally come. We’ve hired a new crew that we feel is just as rad and are so lucky to have wonderful people working for us.

With all of that being said…….. We super look forward to opening and seeing your lovely faces ?❤️
Now there’s no excuse that you couldn’t find us?

Again, thank you for helping us get to this point. It will never be forgotten❤️

Zombie Dogz

Stolen Base Means Free Tacos For All

November 2, 2016 By Lisa Grigsby

Whether your team Cubs or Go Tribe, everyone wins today with Taco Bell’s Doritos Locos Taco giveaway today! Taco Bell threw out the challenge:

If one of the Cleveland Indians or Chicago Cubs steals a base in Game 1 (Oct. 25)
or Game 2 (Oct. 26) of the series, you can snag a free Doritos Locos Taco on Nov. 2.

Cleveland Indians shortstop Francisco Lindor, stole a base in the first inning of Game 1 on Tuesday night, which enables all of us to get a free taco today between 2-6pm at your favorite Taco Bell. The Doritos Locos Tacos are a hard taco shell akin to Doritos, filled with beef, cheese and lettuce.

According to Taco Bell, there is no purchase necessary, but management reserves the right to deny service if they believe you are double dipping. Free tacos are also subject to availability. This is the sixth time Taco Bell has given away free tacos in conjunction with the World Series.