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Why We Toast With Champagne!

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As the clocks chime midnight on December 31 and a brand new year is ushered in, the familiar soundtrack of fireworks, people cheering, and champagne corks popping will echo across the globe. Many of us will instinctively look for a bottle or two of celebratory fizz when buying wine for a holiday party; in fact, it’s been estimated that a quarter of all champagne bottles sold in America are bought between Christmas and New Year’s, with more than 360 million glasses of champagne and sparkling wine enjoyed in the U.S. each and every New Year’s Eve.


But, why do we choose this particular drink to mark one of the biggest dates in the calendar? While drinking champagne has a long and lavish history dating back centuries, it hasn’t always been an option for the majority of people. The sparkling beverage was once associated solely with royal courts and European aristocracy since royalty and nobility were the only ones who once could afford it.

Things began to change after the French Revolution and the huge societal changes that period brought about; back then, champagne quickly gained traction as a desirable way to celebrate special occasions. And, over subsequent years, that signature pop of the cork before pouring the fizzy, lively liquid would become synonymous with one of the biggest communal celebrations of all: New Year’s Eve.

Things began to change in the 1800s

By 1800, the act of staying up until midnight to ring in the new year had become more popular, a tradition which European settlers had brought to America. People began to frequent taverns, as well as visiting others’ houses, for fun-filled midnight drinks, which included punch as well as champagne.

As secular rituals began to replace religious ones following the French Revolution, champagne became more widespread as part of a variety of celebrations. One use was to ‘christen’ a ship, for example, before its maiden voyage. Soon, champagne was about to see a sudden huge surge in popularity and availability as prices dropped and sales boomed from six million bottles in 1850 to a whopping 28 million by 1900 as producers began to market the drink for special occasions.

By the end of the 19th century, champagne was widespread at New Year’s Eve parties. While still associated with luxury, it was more affordable for the middle classes as an occasional treat — and what better way to welcome in a fresh start than with an overflowing glass of aspirational bubbles? Today, champagne is still seen as an occasional celebratory drink by most, with New Year’s Eve proving one of the most popular times to indulge. And with a range of cheaper alternatives these days, from cava to prosecco, there’s even more reason to pop a cork this New Year’s Eve. Cheers to that.

 

New Year’s Day Brunch Buffet

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The Dublin Pub’s iconic brunch buffet is back for this day only!! 11am-2pm New Years Day January 1st,  come and get our
Carving station with prime rib (while supplies last), build your own omelet & hash brown bar, eggs, bacon, pork, sauerkraut, salad, and various other breakfast & lunch items
Also featuring our Bloody Mary bar! Mimosas on deck too 🥂
Slainte to the New Year!!!

Scramble by Cafe 19 to Close

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Dillon Allen, his girlfriend, Elizabeth Brunotte, and brother, John Allen opened this Brookville breakfast spot on May 31st.  Located at 302 Market Street, after having success with their coffee shops in Englewood  and  West Milton. The coffee shops had been successful and they  wanted to offer a full service eatery.
In mid-December they posted a rally call, asking for support on their Scramble by Cafe 19 Facebook Page:
” With food costs increasing this year quicker than we can adjust for, sales declining and weekend sales dropping off were in threat of closing our doors. I’m not too proud to say we need help and we’re coming to you for that.”
They had a solid response to they outcry, but in reality, it just wasn’t enough.
Today Dillon  posted this:
“Over the last couple weeks, we’ve been discussing the viability of what we set out to make with our scramble location.
Last week I was in a panic because of how bad our finances were with trying to fix this building.
What it came down to was we don’t have the capital, resources or traffic to pull off what needs to be done to fix all these issues. Rising food costs and slimmer margins have not helped either. Our costs of goods have gone up substantially this year and it makes it even harder to figure out another way to pull it off.
Our landlord has been so gracious to us, helping where he can, and this community has been so wonderful to us but it’s just not sustainable.
Our last day of operation at our Brookville location will be Saturday January 4th. Our Englewood and West Milton locations will remain open and any unused gift cards can be used at any of our other locations.
We hate to become another statistic of this location and I did everything in my power to not let it happen, we just don’t have the resources to continue on without taking everything down in the process.
Thank you all for the memories that scramble has made, the friends that we’ve made along the way and I hope to see you again!“

Best Wine Pairings for Popular Christmas Cookies

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The Best Wine Pairings for 10 Popular Christmas Cookies,
According to Sommeliers

“The holidays are a wonderful time to socialize with family and friends, and you’d be surprised just how well wine can pair with cookies and dessert,” explains Anthony Bilwin, general manager and sommelier at von Stiehl Winery, Cidery, and Distillery in Algoma, Wisconsin.

Close up view of million dollar sugar cookies getting frosted
Jake Sternquist

Sugar Cookies

Christmas cookie wine pairing: Chardonnay

Bust out that oak-aged Chardonnay. The wine’s subtle sweetness and buttery roundness will play nicely with the sugar, butter, and vanilla that take center stage in these classic Christmas cookies, Popescu says. Aging a wine in oak imparts a hint of vanilla flavor, which only makes this pairing even better.

Although you might think of Chardonnay more typically as a partner for pasta or seafood, the popular white wine will complement the simple, nostalgic flavors and tender texture of the sugar cookies, Kakalios and Bilwin agree. Sommeliers often suggest Chardonnay with nutty dishes, so if your sugar cookie recipe or its icing happens to be spiked with almond extract (like our Christmas Sugar Cookie Cutouts), you’ll unwrap an extra level of deliciousness.

Gingerbread Cutouts
Emily VanSchmus

Gingerbread

Christmas cookie wine pairing: Moscatel

With punchy flavors like molasses, ginger, cloves, and cinnamon, gingerbread isn’t shy. To make each bite of the powerful cookie really shine, enjoy your Gingerbread Cutout with a glass of wine made with Muscat  grapes (which also happens to be one of our top Thanksgiving wine picks).

“Muscat-based wines often evoke a gentle, candied ginger flavor, making for a fun and complementary match for the spicy warmth of gingerbread,” Popescu says.

Moscatel is one of many types of Muscat wines. The dessert wine is floral, sweet, and tastes even more like butterscotch, figs, or raisins the longer it ages. Most Moscatels offer some orange essence, which is a delight with gingerbread’s spice.

Thumbprint cookies with cherry filling
Grant Webster

Thumbprint or Linzer Cookies

Christmas cookie wine pairing: Sparkling Rosé

When it comes time to consider the best wine pairing for fruit jam/jelly-preserve-stuffed goodies like Linzer or Thumbprint Cookies, let the spread take the lead.

“With fresh red fruit notes, a young, semi-sweet sparkling rosé sets off the fruit preserves in thumbprint or Linzer cookies while adding a touch of brightness to each bite,” Popescu explains.

The effervescence of a semi-sweet, often labeled as “demi-sec,” sparkling rosé acts as a nice counterpart to cut through the richness of the buttery cookie dough base.

chocolate chip cookies
BHG / Cara Cormack

Chocolate Chip Cookies

Christmas cookie wine pairing: Cabernet Sauvignon

Although they’re just as appropriate for bake sales and summer potlucks as they are for the winter holidays, we can’t go through a Christmas season without at least one batch of CCCs.

Remember our dark with dark scheme? That’s the focus here, thanks to the bittersweet and bold dark chocolate chips that are the hero ingredient in every chocolate chip cookie recipe.

While other fruit-forward red wines would also work, Bilwin believes that “not much is better than a piece of dark chocolate and a glass of Cabernet Sauvignon by the fire, but this pairing comes close! Dark chocolate chips with the buttery flavor of the cookie help to highlight the fruit and nutty flavors in the Cabernet, adding a little vanilla undertone as well.”

Squares of millionaire shortbread on plate
Jacob Fox

Shortbread Cookies

Christmas cookie wine pairing: Moscato d’Asti

Ted Lasso’s signature cookie recipe is a lesson in editing and execution. Flour, sugar, and a lot of shortening or butter are all that’s required to make the most traditional shortbread. From there, vanilla extract and salt often join the party. While buttery shortbread is a treat as-is, come holiday season, we like to spiff things up with bonus ingredients like almond butter, maraschino cherries, and dried cranberries.

Whatever shortbread variation you bake up, Kakalios is keen on another Muscat-based wine: Moscato d’Asti. This low-alcohol, sweet, and bubbly vino is an elegant pairing that won’t overpower shortbread’s delicate flavors.

Plus, “shortbread’s high fat content begs for a light and slightly effervescent sweet foil, with understated flavors that permit the subtle tones of the cookie to shine,”  Kakalios says.

Easy Gluten-Free Peanut Butter Cookies
Carson Downing

Peanut Butter Cookies or Peanut Butter Blossoms

Christmas cookie wine pairing: Merlot

Peanut butter and jelly is another dynamic and delicious duo that’s gratifying for kids and adults alike, and a similar approach is what we’re taking here: peanut butter and fruit.

For classic criss-cross-topped Peanut Butter Cookies or Kiss-crowned Peanut Butter Blossoms, Bilwin says your best bet is a popular red wine: Merlot. A full-bodied red with silky tannins “will pair perfectly with chocolate and help wash down the peanut butter,” according to Marcy. And with notes of plum, cherry, and chocolate, “Merlot offers incredible fruity qualities, reminiscent of peanut butter and jelly with chocolate,” Bilwin says.

Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Truffles
Karla Conrad

Chocolate Truffles or Buckeyes

Christmas cookie wine pairing: Tempranillo

There’s nothing bashful about Triple-Chocolate Truffles, Peanut Butter Truffles, and Buckeyes. (In case you are unfamiliar, the latter is Ohio’s signature chocolate candy recipe that’s essentially a ball of peanut butter fudge partially dipped in melted chocolate.)

So once again, you’re going to want to go dark and open up a bottle of Tempranillo, a medium- to full-bodied red wine from Spain.

“The deep, dark fruit flavors of a Tempranillo, combined with its easy-drinking character make it a perfect match for the intensity of chocolate truffles or Buckeyes,” Popescu says. (Lucky enough to have extra? Transform it into a Tinto de Verano to enjoy later in the evening or week!)

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Coconut Macaroons

Christmas cookie wine pairing: Sauternes

They look like snowballs and taste like a tropical vacation, so Coconut Macaroons are always a welcome addition to our dessert boards come holiday season.

That being said, the forceful coconut essence can make for a challenging pairing. Popescu says the fix can be found in the dessert wine section.

“French Sauternes, a Bordeaux dessert wine known for its lush tropical fruit and warm baking spice notes beautifully accompanies the sweetness and texture of Coconut Macaroons,” Popescu says.

Fabulous Five-Minute Fudge
Peter Krumhardt

Fudge

Christmas cookie wine pairing: Port

As one of the sweetest, most dense, and richest Christmas candies, Fudge asks for a wine with a similar luxurious build. Enter: Port, a Portuguese fortified dessert wine.

Popescu, Marcy, and Kakalios agree that Port is the perfect match, since the drink’s “layered sweetness harmonizes with the rich, intense flavor of fudge, creating an indulgent experience,” Popescu tells us.

Where other wines might get lost, Port’s fairly high alcohol content (18 to 21%), silky texture, and innate sweetness, mean that it can stand up to the boldness of the fudge. Try a Tawny Port, renowned for its nutty flavors, or a Vintage Ruby Port, with chocolate, warm baking spice, and dark berry notes.

Candy Cane Bark
Peter Krumhardt

Peppermint Bark

Christmas cookie wine pairing: Shiraz

The notion of combining chocolate and mint is controversial as it is. Now when you try to pair both of those—found in Christmas candies like Candy Cane Bark—with a drink, the plot thickens.

Luckily, Marcy and Popescu have our backs with their divine drink pairing: Shiraz, an Australian or South African red wine made from Syrah grapes.

“With its ripe blackberry, mocha, and subtle smoky notes, Shiraz pairs well with Peppermint Bark, balancing the coolness of peppermint with robust fruit and spice,” Popescu explains.

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This article originally appeared on the Better Homes & Gardens website.

Restaurants Offering Special New Year’s Eve Dinners

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There’s no better way to send off the past year (and count down to the new one) than by sharing a delicious meal with your  closest friends. Find some options here for restaurants serving special dinners:

elé Cake Co. Bistro & Wine Bar
3680 Rigby Rd., Austin Landing, Miamisburg
Prix Fixe Dinner featuring a four-course meal $65/person
Served from 4pm – 8pm



El Meson New Year’s Eve Menu 
903 E Dixie Dr, West Carrollton
available 4-9pm Dec 27, 28 & 31
Full menu of soups, salads, tapas and entrees to chose from.
New Year’s Eve Chef’s specials include:

Grist 5 Course Dinner
46 W. 5th Street, Dayton | (937) 802-4544
Serving from 6-10pm
$125 per person

 

Lily’s Dayton 5 Course Italian Dinner
329 East 5th Street, Oregon District | seating from 5-10:30pm, $75++

Loose Ends Brewing 3 course Dinner
890 South Main Street, Centerville | 937-723-6328
serving from 4-10pm

Couples: $99.99 with reservations | $109.99 walk-ins
Singles: $49.99 with reservations | $59.99 walk-ins

 

Meadowlark 5 Course Dinner
5531 Far Hills Avenue, Dayton | Seating from 4:45 – 8:45pm
$110 with an optional $50 wine pairing
Amuse : duck and pear dumpling
French onion soup
Three- beet salad
Lobster crepe with sauce Mornay
Main: Osso Bucco or Mushroom Lasagna or Wine & Butter Poached Grouper and shellfish or Sliced Beef Strip-Loin Bordelaise & potato pave
Cheesecake

The Melting Pot NYE Fondue & Masquerade Party
453 Miamisburg Centerville Road, Centerville

We’ll feature a special prix fixe holiday menu and we’ll have blacklight glowing drinks for purchase in our bar area.  Cheese Fondue, salad, Entree : Teriyaki-Marinated Steak, Sonoran Chicken Breast, Orange Fennel Pork Tenderloin, Brown Sugar Bourbon Rub Steak or Atlantic Salmon, Ginger & Turmeric Shrimp, Teriyaki-Marinated Steak, Sonoran Chicken Breast, Chocolate Fondue

$79.95 per person; Children (12 & Under) – $30
Make your night extra festive when you add on our masquerade pkg for $10.
$79.95
 

Meridien Uptown – 4 Course Wine Dinner
28 W. Franklin St, Centerville | 5:30 & 8:30pm seatings

Champagne Toast & lobster puffes pastry
Endive salad with champagne vinagrette
Twin filet mignons & lobster tail with potato au gratin
Special dessert
$85/person

Speakeasy Miso New Year’s Eve 5 Course Tasting Menu
101 W Main St, Troy | 7:30pm seating

$75 ticket price includes:
2 cocktails, 4 savory courses plus dessert, and a champagne toast!

SushiNero Dinner for Two
20 S 1st St, Miamisburg
Serving from    $80/couple
Includes appetizer and choice of two special chef curated entree, like seared ahi tuna, lamb shanks, sushi and more and a sparkling toast.

The Dock Food & Spirits Dinner for two
250 W Main St, Enon | Seating from 5:30-9:30pm

2 salads, 2 7oz Filets and 2 5oz Lobster tail, 2 desserts and 2 glasses of champagne.
$120.  Call for reservations:937-864-5011

NYE Buffet Silas Creative Kitchen
21 West Main St, Versailles
Adults $69, Seniors $59, children 6-12 $35, under 6 free
add open bar for $75/person
live entertainment by the Kim Kelly Orchestra

Meet Amy Beaver, owner of Butter Cafe

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Both of our daughters are here this Christmas. Whenever they are in town they take their mother out to Butter Cafe (1106 Brown Street) for breakfast or lunch. They like the gluten-free selections, which one of them needs, and they like the ambience. I mentioned that to the restaurant’s owner, Amy Beaver.


“I’m glad to hear that your daughters like the atmosphere here. We’re close to the University of Dayton, and this was once student housing. Even though we can seat 72 patrons the place has a homey feel because it’s divided into smaller spaces that used to be bedrooms or living rooms. We’ve also tried to add some things that add to the warm feeling – like the murals Tiffany Clark painted outside our windows.”


“We offer a broad selection of breakfast and lunch items including some gluten-free and vegan options. Whenever I come across an interesting new recipe I look for a way to tweak it to make it my own. I also think about whether I can do something similar that is vegan or gluten free.”
I asked how she came to open Butter Cafe.”When I was growing up Dad worked in resorts around Hilton Head. Now he and my mother have a restaurant in Michigan, so I’ve been around the food business my whole life. We have a large family and we all had to pitch in and help. Since I was 7 I’ve gotten a charge out of making people happy by giving them food I cooked. I still feel that way, which is why I run a restaurant.”
“A partner and I opened this place 15 years ago. The business has done well but it hasn’t been a smooth ride. I had to get through the sudden unexpected death of my partner, and then the Covid pandemic. I’m so glad my sister Amber moved here in 2020. She’s been a great addition to the restaurant. She does a lot of our baking, a job that my late partner did.”

Amy on the right and her sister Amber on the left.

Butter Cafe

1106 Brown St,
Dayton OH  45409

Hours
Monday–Friday
8am–2pm Saturday – Sunday
8am–3pm

Let’s Brunch! Charcuterie Workshop

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Welcome to the Let’s Brunch! Charcuterie Workshop happening at 1121 E 2nd St! Join us for a fun-filled morning of learning how to create the perfect charcuterie board. Our expert instructors will guide you through selecting the best meats, cheeses, fruits, and nuts to impress your friends and family at your next gathering. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to elevate your brunch game! Reserve your spot now.

Foodie News In Review For 2024

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Some of our biggest stories  on Dayton937.com in 2024 have to do with food!

Whether it was breaking the news about new openings like when we announced the new Blueberry Cafe opening or the 2nd Tokyo Grill & Sushi Buffet at the Fairfield Commons in Beavercreek or Five Grains Noodle House opening in the former Chop Suey in Kettering.  The news of the reopening of The Ugly Duckling in St. Anne’s Hill and Hummus Mediterranean Cuisine opening in Springboro attracted a lot of  eyeballs. Mudlick Tap House‘s announcement of a Centerville location was huge news.  Red Bird Pizza opened in Miamisburg, Napoli’s opened a 2nd location in Beavercreek, Mun-O-Salwa brought Indian/Pakistani food to Riverside. Fairborn got a middle eastern BBQ joint and Mz Jade brought soul food to the W. Social Tap and Table while Scramble by Cafe 19 brought breakfast to Brookville and Sakura Sushi & Korean Cuisine opened in Beavercreek.

Over 70 new restaurants opened in the Miami Valley in 2024. The newest one Chicken Salad Chick  opened today in Centerville.

The selling of Franco’s to Jimmy’s Italian Cuisine, new ownership of Thai9,  the closing of  Flyboys Deli, Mad River Tavern and Moeller Brew Barn downtown also drew huge interest from our readers. Thai Table got new owners, while the previous owners opened Thai Village in Centerville after opening Honey Toast earlier this year.  Holly’s Home Cooking closed in West Carrollton allowing the Legacy Pancake House to find a new home after fire displaced them.  Frisch’s closings seemed to bring out fans and haters and put a lot of locals out of work.  They still have several more locations closing this month, yet talk of new ownership is giving long time fans hope.

We also celebrated the longevity of some of our local food establishments, like the 16th anniversary of Emily Collins owning The Root Beer Stande, Victor’s Taco Shops 14th location, Bellbrook Chocolate celebrated their 40th anniversary, The Dock celebrated 30 years of seafood.  Falb’s Restaurant, home to Dayton’s oldest lunch counter, is still serving up cabbage rolls on the third Friday of the month.

Brunch also seems to be a big interest as Table 33 reopened in a new location, Manna Uptown, The Foundry , The Florentine  & El Meson added a Sunday brunch to their menu, Huber Heights Sands started a monthly brunch and the Dublin Pub changed from a buffet brunch to off the menu offerings while  All The Best Delicatessen added breakfast. Miami Valley Meals hosted their 3rd Diced fundraiser with chefs from Grist walking away with the championship.

A viral video blew up Val’s Bakery, local Chef Dana Downs took on her former employee Matt Klum on Food Network’s “SuperChef Grudge Match“, announced a rebrand of Roost to Culina, then quickly took it back.  Archer’s Tavern headed to the National Buffalo Wing Festival and brought back some trophies.

Some restaurants continue to reinvent themselves, like DOZO at Tender Mercy,  Red Lobsters menu overhaul after emerging from bankruptcy, the El Toro family launched Vallarta Mexican & Seafood and Toasted Brunch Bar + Cafe, and Old Scratch Pizza opening on Mondays. Speaking of Monday’s, over 150 of our local eateries are open on Monday’s, something lots of folks didn’t know.

We gained several new coffee shops this year, including Kettering’s Socialite Cafe, MidDay Cafe opened in Mid-town,  Centerville’s Contempo Coffee got some national attention, there’s a new bakery in Yellow Springs while Lucy’s Pastry Palace opened at the 2nd Street Market.

Food Challenges, like TJ Chump’s burger battle, Submarine House’s Cheesesteak challenge and Glazed’s dirty 30  kept folks eating, while decks of foodie cards helped local diners save money.  Our own Bryan Suddith  quests to  find the best Cuban Sandwich as well as the best Baby Back Ribs seem to keep you all talking.  Some of our most viewed stories include places kids eat cheap or free, options for boxed lunches, our list of restaurants with private rooms.

No matter what’s happening in the Miami Valley food scene, DaytonDining will keep letting you know about it.

 

Artisan Bread Basics Class

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join Allison with Rise’n Allen Dough Company for this Artisan Bread Basics Class.
She will teach you how to feed & maintain your Sourdough starter, mixing, shaping, scoring a loaf, and how to bake the perfect Sourdough loaf.
We will prepare the loaf for you to take home to bake.
Participants ARE REQUIRED to provide a Dutch Oven for baking the bread or have the option to purchase one at the time of registration.
All other supplies are included: Bowl, Danish Whisk, Kitchen Scale, Bench Scraper, Banneton, Bread Lame, a favorite bread recipe, and your own sourdough starter.
Stop in during business hours or call (937) 912-5065 to register. Space is limited!
$80 – you provide a Dutch Oven (at least 6.5qt)
$130 – Dutch Oven provided
($5 fee added for Card purchases)

Restaurants Open Christmas Eve & Christmas Day 2024

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Are you planning to dine out on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day? Look no further! We have a range of dining options available to make your Christmas celebrations special.  Make your reservations now as many of these will book up quickly. And of course remember to tip big to show your appreciation for those working the holiday. We’ll keep adding to this list as hear from more restaurants.

Blue Crab Juicy Seafood
8901 Kingsridge Drive, Dayton|  937-813-8081
12/24 11:30 am-10 pm
12/25 11:30 am-10 pm

2818 Miamisburg Centerville Road, Dayton| (937) 428-0082
12/24 11am – 8pm
12/25 Closed

Bravo Italian Kitchen
2770 Miamisburg Centerville Road, Centerville | (937) 439-1294
12/24 11am – 9pm
12/25 11am – 10pm

Bright Moon Buffet
2900 Wilmington Pike, Kettering |  937-999-4108
12/24 11am – 8pm
12/25 11am – 9pm

Brio Italian Grille 
4459 Cedar Park Drive, The Greene | 937-429-7792
12/24 11am – 9pm
12/25 11am – 9pm

Brunch Pub
 101 W. Franklin, Centerville | (937) 999-4622
12/24 8am – 3pm
12/25 closed

Butter Cafe
1106 Brown St, Dayton | (937) 985-9917
12/24 8am -2pm Eve,
12/25 closed

China Garden Buffet

675 W. Central Ave, Springboro | (937) 743-0888
12/24 11am – 9pm
12/25 11am – 9pm

CJ Chan
2747 W Alex Bell Rd, Moraine | 937-259-8882
12/24 11am-10pm
12/25 11am-10pm

Curry and Grill
1501 Lyons Road, Washington Twsp | 937-435-8888
11am – 2:30pm and 4:30-9:30pm

Dewberry 1850
1414 South Patterson Boulevard, Dayton | 937-223-1000
12/24 7am -1opm
12/25 7am -1opm

Fleming’s Fine Steakhouse & Wine Bar
4432 Walnut Street | 937-223-1000
12/24 11am – 10pm
12/25 closed

Fu Mon Lau
2008 Miamisburg Centerville Rd, Dayton |  (937) 293-2211
12/24 11am – 9:30pm
12/25 11am – 9:30pm

Golden Corral
6611 Miller Ln, Dayton
2490 Commons Blvd Beavercreek,
12/24 7 am – 10 pm
12/25 closed

Halal Burgers
 767 Lyons Road, Dayton| 937-400-8311
12/24 11am – 10pm
12/25 11am – 10pm

Hello Thai 
3301 Dayton Xenia Rd. Beavercreek
12/24 11am – 3pm, 4:30pm – 9pm
12/25 11am – 3pm, 4:30pm – 9pm

Honey Toast
130 N Broad Street, Fairborn|
12/24 6am – 2pm
12/25 8am – 2pm

Jeet India
2750 North Fairfield Road, Beavercreek | (937) 431-8881
12/25 11:30am – 2pm and 5-10pm

Jyot India Restaurant
2620 Colonel Glenn Hwy, Fairborn | 937-702-9627
12/25 Noon – 9:30pm

Outback Steakhouse | multiple locations
6800 Miller Lane, Dayton|
5181 Cornerstone North Blvd., Centerville,
2560 Miamisburg Centerville Road, Dayton Mall
1801 Towne Park Drive, Troy
12/24 11am – 10pm
12/25 closed

Pasha Grill
72 Plum St, Beavercreek | 937.429.9000
12/24 11am – 10pm
12/25 noon – 9pm

Pizza Dive
4021 Dayton Xenia Rd, Beavercreek | (937) 431-8669
12/24 11am  – 6pm
12/25 closed

Red Lobster | multiple locations
2803 N. Fairfield Rd, Beavercreek
6500 Miller Lane,  Dayton
8200 N Springboro Pike, Miamisburg
12/24  11am – 8pm
12/25 11am – 9pm

Roscoe’s Pizza
6782 Corwin Avenue | 513-897-0966
12/24 11am – 9pm
12/25 11am – 9pm

Rum Runners
2318 E Dorothy Ln, Kettering |  (937) 723-6833
12/24 closed
12/25 1-7pm

 

Sky Asian Cuisine
4090 Wilmington Pike, Kettering | (937) 949-9883
12/24 11am – 3pm and 4:30-10pm
12/25 11am – 3pm and 4:30-10pm

Sonora Grill
5450 Burkhardt , Dayton |937-963-5700
12/24 11am – 7pm
12/25 11am – 10pm

Tandor India and Pizza
7695 Old Troy Pike, Dayton |  937-999-4220
12/25 11am – 9pm

Thai Kitchen
2335 Miamisburg Centerville Road, Dayton | (937) 436-5079
12/24 11am -9pm
12/25 11am – 9pm

Thai Village
5201 Cornerstone N Blvd, Centerville |937-739-8888

12/24 11:0am – 3:00pm  & 4:30am  – 9:00pm
12/25 11:0am – 3:00pm  & 4:30am  – 9:00pm

 

Is Your Burger Worthy of TJ Chumps Battle Of The Burgers?

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Get ready for the ultimate burger showdown that every foodie has been waiting for! TJ Chumps’ 6th Annual Battle of the Burgers is back, giving burger enthusiasts the chance to showcase their culinary creativity. Last year’s champion, Tim Franck, took the crown with his “Tim Chorizo Burger” — a USDA Angus patty topped with crumbled pork chorizo, creamy queso blanco, a fried egg, chipotle ranch, and sliced jalapeños, all on a brioche bun. Rumor has it this year’s competition is shaping up to be even more intense!

Tim Franck, with his winning“Tim Chorizo Burger”

From inventive takes on American classics to wildly creative new concepts, no topping is off-limits in the Miami Valley. Whether it’s fried pickles, noodles, or even fries, this competition is all about pushing boundaries. Participants will battle for a chance to not only earn bragging rights but also win an incredible prize: a $500 TJ Chumps gift card and the honor of having their winning recipe featured on the February menu.

Think you’ve got what it takes? Submit your burger masterpiece from December 13th to December 31st. The top 4 creations will enter live voting from January 3rd to January 12th, with the ultimate champion crowned on January 21st. So grab your apron, fire up the grill, and let the Battle of the Burgers begin!

Do you have what it takes to make the ultimate TJ Chumps burger? For more information, visit TJChumps.com/battle, and keep an eye out on our social media.

It’s Scallop Week at Lily’s

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Lily’s Dayton is featuring scallops on the menu from Wednesday, December 11-Sunday December 15
Scallop specials
Fennel & Orange Savory Pancake with pancetta lardons, seared scallops, and whipped chile-maple compound butter 17
Suggested pairing: Sparkling Coco Lily Creme de Violette cocktail 13
Irish Bay Scallop Bisque with Crème Fraîche and Crostini (*GF) 11
Suggested pairing: Pierre Sparr Cremant d’Alsace Brut Reserve Sparkling 13
Bacon Wrapped Scallops with fresh strawberry and asparagus relish (GF) 15
Suggested pairing:De Loach Organic Pinot Noir 13
Meyer Lemon Orzo with butternut squash, crispy brussel sprouts, and pan seared scallops with basil oil 16
Suggested pairing: Broken Dreams California Chardonnay 12
DESSERT TBD:
Suggested pairing: Cinnamon-Rosemary Whiskey Sour 12
BAR SPECIALS
Pierre Sparr Cremant d’Alsace Brut Reserve: notes of dried tropical fruits, toasted nuts, & lemon peel. Champagne-quality sparkling 13
Broken Dreams California Chardonnay: rich and ripe with balanced oak and lush fruit 12
De Loach Organic Pinot Noir: Bing cherry, strawberry, and red raspberry with soft spice 13
Sparkling Coco Lily: Blue Chair Bay Coconut Rum, orange curaçao, creme de violette, lemon juice, sparkling wine 13
Cinnamon-Rosemary Whiskey Sour: Old Granddad bonded bourbon, fresh lemon, rosemary-cinnamon syrup 12

Lily’s Dayton

329 E 5th St,
Dayton, OH, 45402
(937) 723-7637
Reservations suggested and can be made at: https://www.exploretock.com/lilys/

Marco’s Pizza® Rolls Out Two Dough-Lectable NEW Menu Items

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Marco’s Pizza, one of the nation’s fastest-growing pizza brands, introduced two new menu items that feature Marco’s signature fresh dough made in-store daily. The brand launched its NEW Breadsticks and Chocolate CinnaSquares made with Ghirardelli® just in time for the holidays as well as everyday occasions.

Marco’s Pizza introduces new dough-lectable Breadsticks and Chocolate CinnaSquares.
Marco’s Pizza introduces new dough-lectable Breadsticks

Marco’s new Breadsticks feature house-made dough baked to golden perfection and are finished with a drizzle of garlic sauce and a sprinkle of Romesan seasoning. Each order of breadsticks is served with a side of Marco’s original pizza sauce for dipping.

Marco’s Pizza introduces new dough-lectable Breadsticks and Chocolate CinnaSquares.

Marco’s Pizza introduces  Chocolate CinnaSquares.

For dessert, Marco’s has added a chocolate variety to the brand’s beloved CinnaSquares. The new Chocolate CinnaSquares made with Ghirardelli® are bite-sized squares of fresh-baked, buttery dough sprinkled with cinnamon and sugar, drizzled with decadent Ghirardelli® chocolate sauce, and served with a side of vanilla icing.

“At Marco’s Pizza, quality is at the forefront of everything we do – and we want to give consumers more of what they love with more variety on our menu,” said Chief Marketing Officer Denise Lauer of Marco’s Franchising, LLC. “Our new Breadsticks and Chocolate CinnaSquares showcase our fresh-made dough and are sure to satisfy all those sweet and savory cravings.”

And that’s not all! To celebrate the season of giving, Marco’s will be offering a duo of holiday deals. From Dec. 23-26, pepperoni fans can score a FREE Pepsi® 2-liter with the purchase of an $11.99 Triple Pepperoni Magnifico*, featuring three types of deliciously bold pepperoni for a premium pizza experience, using code FREEPEPSI. Leading into the New Year, from Dec. 16-29, Marco’s is offering the ultimate Countdown to 2025 Feast for just $20.25** using code COUNTDOWN. The bundle feeds four for about $5 each*** and features a large one-topping pizza, fresh-baked CheezyBread and the new Chocolate CinnaSquares made with Ghirardelli® – a decadent feast perfect for any celebration.

For more information about Marco’s Pizza, and to find your nearest location, please visit www.marcos.com.

Marco’s Pizza

2400 S Smithville Road
Dayton, OH 45420

5001 Brandt Pike
Huber Heights, OH 45424

3989 Colonel Glenn Hwy
Beavercreek Township, OH 45324

279 W Central Ave
Springboro, OH 45066

Southern Chicken Salad Eatery Sets Centerville Opening Date

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Chicken Salad Chick will open the first Dayton eatery on Wed, December 18th.  Hours will be 10 am to 8 pm Monday through Saturday. The first 100 guests will  receive free chicken salad for a year. Chicken Salad Chick will be located in the Shoppes at Cornerstone IV.

An early arrival is highly recommended for guests seeking to be counted as one of the first 100. Each guest will be assigned a number corresponding to their place in line when they arrive by a member of the Chicken Salad Chick team beginning at 8 a.m.
The first 100 guests must remain in line until the restaurant opens and download the Chicken Salad Chick app. Wi-Fi will not be available on site.
Once the restaurant opens, guests will make a purchase of “The Chick” or anything of greater value and enter a code in the Chicken Salad Chick app to officially secure your spot.

Many Miami Valley residents have gotten to know this  fast-casual chicken salad restaurant through their pop-up events, hosted at Goldies Soft Serve in Centerville.

“We’ve seen strong community support and enthusiastic adoption of our brand in Ohio, and we’re excited to continue our expansion in the state,” said marketing manager Hannah Verdun. “We believe Dayton’s vibrant community will enjoy our wide variety of delicious chicken salad options, and we look forward to becoming a part of this growing area.”

Chicken Salad Chick has more than a dozen flavors of chicken salad made fresh from scratch daily. Customers can get anything from traditional, savory or spicy chicken salad to fruity or nutty chicken salad. Th most popular is the Classic Carol featuring all white meat shredded chicken, finely minced celery, mayonnaise and the brand’s secret seasoning.

The restaurant also has fresh sides, soups, salads and desserts, including a white chocolate layer cake.

Chicken Salad Chick

5264 Cornerstone North Blvd,
Centerville, OH 45440

937-619-8550

Soft Opening for the Silos Bar

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In August of 2023 founders Wes Hartshorn and Shannon Thomas secured the funding to make their dreams a reality at the Silos. That day unlocked the remarkable journey where creatives, trades people, friends, and family have showed up and invested time, energy, passion, love, problem-solving, joy and laughter to create a unique place for our community. The space is taking shape daily while the big vision and little details actualize moment by moment.
Throughout the month of December, Thursday-Saturday, stop in from 5-9 PM for a sneak preview of the Silos Bar.
While they finish setting up the food vendor’s kitchens, stop in to enjoy libations and spirits from the bar. Find a cozy corner to catch-up and connect. The perfect adventure for happy hour with co-workers, family and friends, before or after dinner.
Here are the food vendors that have been selected to be part of The Silos- probable opening in January.

Nood Bar

Presented by Chef Dane Shipp, Nood Bar will serve authentic Asian-inspired hot and cold noodle dishes with an assortment of bao buns and dumplings.

Kung Fu BBQ

Brought to you by Nate and Marie Lansangan, KungFu BBQ will serve worldly-inspired cuisine with a unique smoked interpretation.  Influences come from the Philippines, Japan, Mexico, and Hawaii with the traditional technique of American smoked BBQ.

 

 

THE BURGER BISTRO

The Burger Bistro offers a new spin on classic burgers and sandwiches.  Chef Centruela Collier of Cece’s Kitchen focuses on high quality ingredients, consistency, and house prepared sauces and toppings.

Indigo

Developed by Katie Mathews of Ordinarie Fare, Indigo is designed to ground the body with plant-forward food and transcend the ordinary with a pleasure-forward experience.  The menu will be entirely gluten-free and will feature items like seasonal farm-to-table salads, grain bowls, West-Coast inspired burritos, and a line of herbal “elixirs” designed to support body, mind, and spirit.

The Silos

800 East First St.
Dayton, OH 
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