May 2014

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Big-city market houses are fantabulous places to find fun and food. Boston has its Quincy. Seattle has its Pike Street.

Cincinnati has its Findlay—market house, that is. Our cherished market is named after General

James Findlay (1770-1835), among Cincinnati’s founding families, whose estate donated the land on which the market stands. Today the Findlay site is the oldest surviving market house in all of Ohio. Findlay Market was named to the National Register of Historic Places in 1972. But that’s history; what about now, today?

Physically, the market takes up the length of a city block, with entry doors at each end and at the mid-way point. In and about the market house there are some 40 fixed stalls or storefront establishments selling everything from homemade sausages to cheeses imported from many thou-sands of miles away.

Spice lovers will find Colonel De’s Gourmet Herbs & Spices, offering an unbelievable array of everything herby-spicy, available by the pinch or pound or any amount you want. You’ll find exotic flavors—truly global in reach—from places like Madagascar and Thailand and islands of the South Pacific.

Or just go nutty, as we Cincinnatians do, over the Taste of Belgium. It’s a waffle emporium, where Chief Waffle Officer Jean-Francois Flechet turns out waffle creations that are magnificent. No other word fits—magnificent! Flechet’s waffles can be loaded with confections and fruit, or they can be savory as well. Try the chicken waffle. It’s lick-the-plate good!

Ever had a genuine German knockwurst? You could at Findlay Market, because at least one stand offers the garlic and herb sausages. Knock-wurst sausages are loaded with flavor, great on a bun, or with warm German potato salad.

On warm-weather weekend days, there are day-stands (set up at the start of the market day and taken down at its end) that make kettle corn (yummm!), grilled sausages with onions and peppers, burgers and bratwursts, soups, teas and more. The aroma alone will drive your taste-buds crazy. Seasonally, you might run into roasted corn, slices of watermelon, apple cider and more.

Since May can be warm, be sure to stop at Dojo Gelato, where Italian-style ice cream and sorbetto are made fresh daily. The folks behind the counter are the makers of the product, which is made at the market house. They use only fresh ingredients, including milk free of growth hormones, and whenever possible, ingredients from local farmers.

Speaking of local farmers, each weekend (especially Saturday) during the growing season, you will find truck farm-stands adjacent to the market’s main building. These farmers are all small and local, within 50 miles or so of the market. They bring in field-fresh produce, eggs and cheeses; oven-fresh breads and pastries; locally harvested honey; and so much more. This time of year, the early spring crops are in and the quality is superb.

Or if you are feeling more like settling down behind some good, old fashioned comfort food, stop by a stand such as Gramma Debbie’s Kitchen. There is macaroni and cheese, made with three cheeses (and a spicy buffalo version too); braised kale and beans, a greens and beans dish that has a spicy kick to it, and more. Soups and salads and many heat-it-yourself items round out Gramma’s menu.

The point is, you can find just about anything you want to eat, along with gifts to buy and take back home, and sights to see as well, at Cincin-nati’s one and only market house—Findlay Market.

See you there!

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Foodies & Fun Seekers Love Findlay Market

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ARONOFF CENTER FOR THE ARTS650 Walnut StreetCincinnati, Oh 45202513-621-2787 (ARTS)Bibi: 4/29-7/24The Phantom of the Opera: 4/30-5/11Peter Pan: 5/9-5/17Celtic Woman: The Emerald Tour: 5/13Mannequin by the Exhale Dance Tribe: 5/17CPI New Voices: In The Garden: About God, Belief and Stuff Like That: 5/20 The u.S. Air Force Band’s Celtic Aire: 5/21Eddie Izzard: Force Majeure World Tour: 5/28Marc Bamuthi Joseph’s red, black & GREEN: a blues (rbGb): 5/30-5/31

ART BEYOND BOUNDARIES1410 Main StreetCincinnati, Oh 45202513-421-8726Computer Love: Opening reception Friday, May 30, exhibit continues through June 30

BELTERRA CASINO AND HOTEL777 Belterra DriveFlorence, Indiana 47020812-427-7777Boz Scaggs: 5/17

BOGART’S2621 Vine St.Cincinnati, Oh 45219513-872-8801Independent Grind Tour 2014 Featuring Tech N9ne: 5/2Live Nation Presents YG - My Krazy Life Tour: 5/3Same As It Ever Was - A Talking heads Tribute: 5/9Tracy Morgan-Turn It Funny: 5/10Pretty Good Friends featuring Eugene Mirman, Daniel Kitson: 5/13Queensryche Featuring Geoff Tate: 5/14Freedom Project featuring Manchester Orchestra presented by blu eCigs: 5/17Danity Kane - No Filter Tour: 5/23Chippendales: 5/28Ones to Watch with Skype Present Kid Ink - My Own Lane 2014 uS Tour: 5/31

CINCINNATI ART MUSEUM953 Eden Park DriveCincinnati, Oh 45202

513-721-2787 (ARTS)Genius and Grace: François Boucher and the Generation of 1700: 2/14-5/11From the Village to Vogue: The Modernist Jewelry of Art Smith: 2/22-5/18Todd Pavlisko: Crown: 3/15-6/15Portraits of the Artist: 3/22-6/221962 Porsche 356B: 4/8-6/1

CINCINNATI BALLET COMPANY1555 Central ParkwayCincinnati, Oh 45214513-621-5219No performances in May

CINCINNATI CHAMBER ORCHESTRA105 West 4th St.Suite 314Cincinnati, Oh 45202513-723-1182No performances in May

CINCINNATI MUSEUM CENTER1301 Western Ave.Cincinnati, Oh 45203513-287-7000Diana, A Celebration: 2/14-8/17Medicine, Marbles and Mayhem: unearthed Stories from 19th-Century Privies: 2/1-5/26Treasures in Black & White: historic Photographs of Cincinnati: 4/25-10/12

CINCINNATI PLAYHOUSE IN THE PARK962 Mt. Adams CircleCincinnati, Oh 45202513-421-3888 (Box Office)Venus in Fur: 5/1-5/4, 5/6-5/11, 5/13-5/17The North Pool: 5/3-5/4, 5/6-5/11, 5/13-5/18, 5/20-5/25, 5/27-5/31The Short Tree and The Bird: 5/9-11, 5/13, 5/17-5/18, 5/24

CINCINNATI POPS ORCHESTRA1241 Elm StreetCincinnati, Oh 45202General Information: 513-621-1919 or Box Office: 513-381-3300Swing into Spring with JMR and TNT: 5/4

CINCINNATI SHAKESPEARE COMPANY719 Race StreetCincinnati, Oh 45202513-381-2273

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The Two Noble Kinsmen: 4/30-5/25

CINCINNATI SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA1241 Elm StreetCincinnati, Oh 45202General Information: 513-621-1919 or Box Office: 513-381-3300May Festival: 5/7, 5/9, 5/11, 5/16-5/18

CINCINNATI ZOO3400 Vine StreetCincinnati, Oh 45220513-281-4700Farm to Zoo Dinner: 5/9Zoo Golf: 5/19

CONTEMPORARY ARTS CENTER44 E. 6th St.Cincinnati, Oh 45202513-345-8400Buildering: Misbehaving the City: 3/1-8/18Michael Sailstorfer: Every Piece is a New Problem: 3/29-7/6Shall I Tell You the Secret of the Whole World? Painting, Parody & Disguise: 3/29-7/26

CONTEMPORARY DANCE THEATER1805 Larch Ave.Cincinnati, Oh 45224513-591-1222rennie harris RhAW: 5/2-5/3

ENSEMBLE THEATRE CINCINNATI1127 Vine St.Cincinnati, Oh 45202513-421-3555Size Matters: 5/7-5/25

FUNNY BONE COMEDY CLUB1 Levee WayNewport, Kentucky 41071859-957-2000Brad Williams: 5/1-5/4Loni Love: 5/9-5/11Sarah Colonna: 5/16-5/18Rich Guzzi: 5/22-5/25Carlos Mencia: 5/30-5/31

GO BANANAS COMEDY CLUB8410 Market Place LaneCincinnati, Oh 45242513-984-9288Kenny Smith: 5/1-5/4Jon Roy: 5/8-5/11

Tom Segura: 5/15-5/17Dan St. Germain: 5/22-5/25Auggie Smith: 5/29-6/1

HOLLYWOOD CASINO777 hollywood Blvd.Lawrenceburg, Indiana 47025888-274-6797Nashville Crush: 5/2Road Trip: 5/3Marsha Brady Band: 5/9The Menus: 5/10Caroline Rhea: 5/16The Chuck Taylors: 5/16Cook & Belle: 5/17After Midnight: 5/23Zack Attack: 5/24Rachel Timberlake: 5/30The Gamut: 5/31

HORSESHOE CASINO1000 Broadway StCincinnati, Oh 45202513-252-0777Ellie Goulding: 5/7Alice in Chains: 5/17

KROHN CONSERVATORY1501 Eden Park DriveCincinnati, Oh 45202513-421-4086Butterflies of Costa Rica: 4/12-6/23

MILLER GALLERY2715 Erie Ave.Cincinnati, Oh 45208513-871-4420Figurative Invitational 2014: 5/9-5/25The Exotic World of hunt Slonem: 5/30-6/29

MUSIC HALL1241 Elm St.Cincinnati, Oh 45202513-621-2787 (ARTS)Star Crossed Season Closer: 5/2-5/3That’s Entertainment featuring the Mighty Wurlitzer: 5/15The World Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra: 5/20Paranormal Investigation of Music hall: 5/23

NATIONAL UNDERGROUND RAILROAD FREEDOM CENTER50 E. Freedom WayCincinnati, Oh 45202

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513-333-7739)No events in May

NEWPORT AQUARIUM1 Aquarium WayNewport, KY 41071No events in May

PUBLIC LIBRARY OF CINCINNATI AND HAMILTON COUNTY MAIN LIBRARY - ATRIuMSaturday, May 10, 1:00 – 6:00 p.m.Comic Con 2014 Main Event: This event will feature artist, writer, and game creator booths,

a panel discussion with writers working in the field, and fun activities for all ages.Summer Learning Kick-off:Saturday, May 31, 2:00 PMAll 41 branches.

TAFT MUSEUM OF ART316 Pike St.Cincinnati, Oh 45202513-241-0343Threads of heaven: Silken Legacy of China’s Last Dynasty: 2/7-5/18

TAFT THEATER317 E. 5th St.Cincinnati, Oh 45202513-232-6220AER: 5/4Nickel Creek with The Secret Sisters: 5/6The Color Purple starring Angie Stone! : 5/10Kathleen Madigan: 5/15Guided By Voices: 5/16Of Montreal with Dream Tiger: 5/17Trey Anastasio Band: 5/24Conor Oberst with Dawes: 5/27

UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI COLLEGE-CONSERVATORY OF MUSICW. Corry St. and Jefferson Ave.Cincinnati, Oh 45221513-556-4183No performances in May

U.S. BANK ARENA100 BroadwayCincinnati, Oh 45202513-421-4111Mike Epps-After Dark Tour: 5/9uFC-ultimate Fighting Championship: 5/10Sesame Street Live: Elmo Makes Music: 5/16-18

WESTON ART GALLERY650 Walnut St.Cincinnati, Oh 45202513-977-4165Anita Douthat: under the Sun: 3/28-6/8Charles Woodman: Passages: 3/28-6/8Jason Tanner Young: Outliers: 3/28-6/8

XAVIER UNIVERSITY3800 Victory ParkwayCincinnati, Oh 45207513-745-3000No events in May

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If themes of history and music and quaint, intimate settings resonate with you, you’ll want to book yourself into the Symphony Hotel.

This lodging establishment is perfectly positioned for the elegant-minded, who appreci-ate setting, scene and sense of place. Picture this: Cincinnati’s Music Hall looming at its door; newly configured Washington Park, a cultural magnet, steps away from that same door; and the more than century-old structure itself situated in the City’s famous Over-the-Rhine District. That, reader, is the Symphony Hotel and Restaurant.

Pictures tell more than words are capable, but know that the full-service restaurant and hotel were developed from two buildings built, with a common wall between, in the late 1800s. These “row” houses, linked now, feature nine musically themed rooms, each named after a famous com-poser of the classical genre. Rooms are furnished in period antiques that echo an era more than 100 years past. Each stay includes a continental breakfast on weekdays and a gourmet breakfast is available on weekends.

The restaurant in the hotel is in one of the row houses’ former “formal” parlor and an adjacent music room.

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Symphony Hotel & Restaurant: Elegance and charm abounds

Entrance to the Symphony Hotel.

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Many visitors to Greater Cincinnati ask Key magazine for a better-than-bar-food place to eat—so, they want good

food—but with the energy and action of a hot bar scene. We have the place for you—Cosmo’s on Main Street in MainStrasse Village, Covington (Northern Kentucky, just five blocks across the bridge over the Ohio River).

Cosmo’s Amanda Collins, bartender and one of the friendly faces of this hot spot, will tell you: “The food is really very good—way better than bar food.”

She enthusiastically cited the parmesan cream pasta as an example. “The pasta is mixed with sautéed vegetables and tossed in our parmesan cream sauce, which you can have as is, or you can add blackened or grilled chicken or grouper” if you want protein as well. Collins gave equally high marks to the Cajun cream pasta, with a sauté of peppers, tomatoes and onions, with a Cajun lemon

cream sauce, and the options of chicken or fish, grilled or blackened. Both are hearty, hefty entrée dishes, and both reasonably priced.

Looking over the menu, you’ll find lots of comfort food that goes good with the many draft beers and a back bar mixed drinks available. The comfort food includes dishes such as pub-style fish & chips. Also, there is a sizeable list of burg-ers, including a crowd favorite called the Santa Fe burger. All burgers are _-pounders, and the Santa Fe includes a black-bean and corn salsa to accompany the burger fixins.

While there are plenty of bar-style appetizers, also there are items such as the spinach & arti-choke dip, and chicken and cheese quesadillas. And the menu includes salads, pizzas, calzones, sandwiches and wraps, along with entrée dishes—all tasty and better than your average bar bill of fare, according to Collins.

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Cosmo’s is Hot Spot for eats, bar, entertainment

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Visitors looking for a good night out that includes a tasty dinner, drinks and enter-tainment will find all of that at the Blue

Wisp in Cincinnati’s downtown. Some say the Blue Wisp is mostly a live music

venue, with a focus of all types of jazz. Others say it’s a great dining destination. Still others love the giant bar area, where the taps are numerous, the bottles many, and the bartenders are as top-shelf as the libations.

Key magazine gives the Blue Wisp thumbs up in all three categories. The Blue Wisp is unique in the Greater Cincinnati market. First, the food focus is on entrée dishes that you’ll recognize, appreciate and find upscale without being above understanding. You know what we mean: ac-cent marks over letters, ingredients one cannot pronounce and haven’t heard of, even if one could pronounce them.

Not at Blue Wisp. Menu choices are in an exquisite middle area where diner satisfaction is concerned—neither high-brow nor fare we know as “bar food.” For example, cider salmon is an entrée to which Key gives a first in class. The salmon is fresh and top-quality, and the dish is made with fresh apples and pan-made sauce; nothing bagged or boxed in the whole recipe, ac-cording to Ken Moore, GM.

Fact is the Blue Wisp kitchen is a farm-to-table practitioner, relying on our own vaunted Findlay Market (see cover story) and local growers when-ever possible. Meats? The kitchen cuts its own steaks, for example. Plus, you’ll find no cryo-vac pre-packs in the Blue Wisp kitchen, Moore stated. “Our Cuban sandwich is a good example. We do it all here: slow-roasted pork, to which we add ham, smoked pork belly and Swiss cheese, top it with Dijonnaise sauce, press it down with some pickles. That’s a sensational sandwich!

“The same with our beef tenderloin medal-lions, which is one of the most-ordered entrée dishes on our menu. We do that in a blueberry demi-glace and roasted bleu cheese crumbles, served with a side of smashed potatoes and seasonal vegetables. Also, our entrees come with a side salad, bread and butter. So, we offer a good meal at an attractive price in a setting where you will enjoy fine music and some of the best jazz talent on the circuit today. That makes the Blue Wisp a place like no other in the Greater Cincin-nati area, and it’s a true highlight for adults visiting the area.”

And what about that jazz, you ask? Among the “name” acts that appear at the Blue Wisp are performers such as Stanley Jordan, Benny Gholson of sax fame, and the Ramsey Lewis trio.

Blue Wisp offers dining and entertainment in one place

Salads such as the blackened bleu with beef tenderloin are Blue Wisp feature entrees

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Did you know people travel to Cincinnati for plastic and cosmetic surgery? It’s true, and one practice attracting many pa-

tients from other parts of the country is Kurtzman Plastic Surgery, a boutique practice in Kenwood. Why so many out-of-towners from New York and California and other distant localities in the U.S. and beyond?

First, there is Lawrence Kurtzman, M.D., who enjoys an international reputation for his plastic and cosmetic surgery work. His reputation is built on solid credentials, including his professional outreach and his teaching skills. He is a certi-fied member of the American Board of Plastic Surgeons. This is an important distinction, since so many MDs in the field are not board certified in plastic surgery. Kurtzman is the only area surgeon who is a national trainer for Botox®, Juvederm®, Latisse™, Sculptra® and Voluma®. For years, he has trained many practicing plastic surgeons. Lastly, he is a driving force behind Operation Smile, a philanthropic organization that travels to third-world countries to correct cleft palates and other correctible facial birth defects among the indigent poor.

So what about you; what about your cosmetic or plastic surgery needs?

“One reason people travel long distances to come here is reputation. If you look like you’ve had plastic surgery, then that’s bad plastic surgery. You see it all the time, even with people in the public eye, they look “funny,” not natural. That’s sad. Here, we’ve built our reputation on excellent outcomes for our plastic or cosmetic surgery patients,” Dr. Kurtzman said.

When a patient chooses surgery by Dr. Kurtz-man, the doctor makes a life-long commitment to the patient, with no added fees after surgery. He encourages patients to visit once a year after surgery, to stay in touch and for check-ups. “Com-mitment to my patients after surgery is not about the dollar; it’s about taking care of people who put faith and trust in my surgical skills.”

So what care should you exercise in selecting elective cosmetic or plastic surgery? First, take the time to consult and to learn about the procedure you want, and don’t be rushed into it. Two, make certain that the doctor doing your surgery is a certified member of the American Board of Plastic Surgeons (there is only one such board; be care-ful, because similar “boards” with slightly different names abound). And three, make sure that you are comfortable with the surgeon you have chosen to do your procedure.

Kurtzman Plastic Surgery is located at 5050 East Galbraith Road in Kenwood. Call 513-891-4440, or visit www.kurtzmanplasticsurgery.com.

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Kurtzman Plastic Surgery: Destination for cosmetic surgery

Before and after of a recent patient.

Dr. Lawrence Kurtzman.

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Deerfield Towne Center5505 Deerfield Blvd.Deerfield, Oh513-770-0273Anne Taylor Loft, Ashley Furniture, Children’s Place, Dick’s Sporting Goods, New York & Co., Whole Foods and more

Eastgate Mall4601 Eastgate BlvdCincinnati, Oh Kohl’s, Sears, J.C. Penney, Children’s Place, Foot Locker, Motherhood Maternity, Roger’s Jewelers and more.

Florence Mall2028 Mall RoadFlorence, KY859-371-1231Macy’s, Sears, J.C. Penney, Buckle, Deb, Gymboree, Kay Jewelers, Yankee Candle and more.

Kenwood Towne Center7875 Montgomery RoadCincinnati, Oh513-745-9100Dillard’s, Macy’s, Nordstrom, GAP, Izod, Sephora, Finish Line, Apple, Williams Sonoma, Anthropologie, and more.

Newport on the Levee1 Levee WayNewport, KY866-538-3359AMC Newport 20 Theatre, Barnes & Noble, Gameworks, Newport Aquarium, and more.

Northgate Mall9501 Colerain AvenueCincinnati, Oh513-385-5600 |Macy’s, Marshall’s, Sears, American Eagle Outfitters, Express, Fredericks of hollywood, New York & Co., Wet Seal and more.

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Rookwood Pavilion3805 Edwards RoadCincinnat, Oh513-241-5800Bed, Bath and Beyond, Old Navy, Sur La Table, REI, Whole Foods and more.

Sycamore Crossing/Sycamore Plaza7800-7896 Montgomery RoadCincinnati, OhBabies R us/Toys R us, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Men’s Warehosue, uLTA and more.

Tri-County Mall11700 Princeton Pike Cincinnati, Oh 513-671-0120Dillard’s, Macy’s, Sears, Forever 21, Victoria’s Secret, Aeropostale, hot Topic, Pac Sun, and more.

Voice of America Centre7598 Voice of America DriveWest Chester, Oh513-792-5000Aveda, Fresh Market, Michaels, PetSmart, T.J. Maxx, Target and more.

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Cincinnati Premium Outlets400 Premium Outlets DriveMonroe, Oh513-539-0710Banana Republic, Coach, Cole haan, Converse, Guess, J.Crew, Joe’s Jeans, Kenneth Cole, Michael Kors, Nike, Polo Ralph Lauren, Saks Fifth Avenue Off 5th, Samsonite, Tommy hilfiger, under Armour and more.

Tanger Outlets8000 Factory Shops Boulevard Jeffersonville, Oh 740-948-9091/800-407-5005Anne Taylor, Bath and Body Works, Fossil, Kate Spade New York, Levis, Nine West, Old Navy, Pottery Barn, White house Black Market and more.

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Symphony Hotel & Restaurant210 W. 14th St., Cincinnati, Oh 45202(513)721-3353The Symphony hotel and Restaurant offers a happy hour on Wednesdays from 5pm-7pm, featuring live music until 10pm. On Friday and Saturday, you can enjoy a delicious 5-course gourmet meal until 10pm. The Lounge/Bar is known as a great place to go for a pre-concert dinner before Music hall performances, plus it offers live jazz, wine and bourbon flights, craft cocktails, and a rooftop deck until midnight. Sundays you will find a brunch complete with all the classic dishes plus espresso and morning bar from 10am-1:30pm. Reservations are highly sug-gested, but walk-ins are welcome if available.

A Tavola Bar and Trattoria1220 Vine St, Cincinnati, Oh 45202513-246-0192A Tavola serves up hand made, wood-fired Neapolitan pizza, great wines, craft beer, and craft cocktails. Open for dinner Monday through Friday, lunch and dinner Saturdays, Sundays open from 3pm. No reservations; take out available.

Abigail Street1214 Vine Street, Cincinnati, Oh 45202513-421-4040Wine bar, mediterranean food, tapas. Abigail Street offers everything from chorizo stuffed dates and grilled octopus to lamb sliders and crispy pork belly. Open for dinner Tuesday through Saturday, no reservations.

Bakersfield OTR213 Vine St, Cincinnati, Oh 45202513- 579-0446Bakersfield throws down Mexican-influenced street fare with a focus on tacos, tequilas, and whiskeys. Their tequila, whiskeys, and beers range from super premium to super afford-able. With the restaurant being so close to the Bluegrass State, their whiskeys are American whiskeys, or bourbons from Kentucky. There is also a limited wine selection. Menu fea-tures 8 varieties of tacos, tortas, salads, and of course, chips and salsa. Open daily for lunch and dinner.

The Eagle OTR1342 Vine St, Cincinnati, Oh 45217513-802-5007American food and bar, perfect for a date night or just hanging with friends. Known for their Fried Chicken Sandwich, The Eagle offers good, American food at great prices. Open Monday through Friday for dinner, weekends opening at 11am. No reservations.

Kaze400 Vine St, Cincinnati, Oh 45202513-898-7991Kaze is a a Japanese sushi bar, GastroPub, and beer garden in the heart of the Gateway Quarter of Over the Rhine. Menu offers daily specials as well as soups, salads, sushi, pork buns, a variety of entrees, and specialty cock-tails. Open Tuesday through Saturday for lunch and dinner, Sundays dinner only. Reservations accepted.

Lavomatic1211 Vine St, Cincinnati, Oh 45202513-621-1999Lavomatic Café offers a New American menu in a stylish urban setting featuring historic Rookwood Pottery Co. tiles in a modern inter-pretation from their shotgun style, first-floor dining room to their rooftop terrace. Come enjoy the perfect mix of OTR tradition, cre-ative atmosphere and culinary joy. Open Wednesday through Sunday for lunch and dinner. Reservations accepted.

Nicola’s Ristorante1420 Sycamore St, Cincinnati, Oh 45202513-721-6200Fine dining Italian restaurant with a warm and accommodating atmostphere. Open Monday through Saturday for dinner, reservations encouraged.

Salazar1401 Republic St, Cincinnati, Oh 45202513-621-7000Salazar celebrates the changing of the sea-sons with a farm-inspired menu that’s cre-ative and refined, yet playful and approach-able.

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Blue Wisp700 Race St., Cincinnati, Oh 45201 513-241-WISP Along with great music, Blue Wisp serves up soups, sandwiches and entrees to the Cincinnati public. Open Tuesday through Saturday for lunch and dinner. Blue Wisp offers a late night menu as well.

Dusmesh Indian Restaurant944 Ludlow Ave,, Cincinnati, Oh 45220513-221-8900Dusmesh Indian Restaurant presents a wide selection of Indian haute cuisine made from the finest and freshest ingredients. Their menu offers a welcome change from the ordi-nary that is not only pleasing to the palate, but a healthy alternative as well, owing largely to the use of a variety of vegetables and lean-er meats. They offer delicious North Indian specialties seasoned to one’s taste -whether mild, moderate or hot, a great variety to which they invite you to enjoy. BYOB. Daily lunch buffet, open every night for dinner. Reservations available.

Elephant Walk170 W McMillan St., Cincinnati, Oh 45219513-709-8241Serving up Ethiopian/Eritrean and Indian food, Elephant Walk offers injera, curries and other Indian food daily for lunch and dinner.

Montgomery Inn Three locations: 9440 Montgomery Rd., Montgomery, Oh 45242, 513-791-3482; 925

Riverside Dr., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202, 513-721-7427; and 400 Buttermilk Pike, Fort Mitchell, KY 41017, 859-344-5333Cincinnati’s famous rib joint! They have loca-tions in downtown Montgomery and Ft. Mitchell, KY, and their Boathouse location is right on the Ohio river. Their ribs and chicken are served with Montgomery Inn’s world-renowned barbecue sauce and famous Saratoga chips. Reservations highly recom-mended.

Palomino505 Vine Street, Cincinnati, Oh 45202513-381-1300A vibrant “urban Italian” restaurant, bar and rotisserie famous for its style, hardwood fired Mediterranean cooking and versatile, imagina-tive menu. Palomino caters to all the cravings of the city. Open for dinner daily, and for lunch Monday through Saturday. Reservations recommended.

Nada600 Walnut St., Cincinnati, Oh 45202513-721-NADAIngredient-driven, contemporary Mexican cui-sine. Located downtown next to the Aronoff Center for the Arts, perfect for before-theater dining. Open Monday through Friday for lunch and all week for dinner. Reservations highly recommended.

Crave175 Joe Nuxhall Way, Cincinnati, Oh 45202513-241-8600Crave offers vibrant, American cuisine and sushi, perfect for any occasion. With a loca-tion right across from Great American Ball Park, it’s a great place to grab dinner before the game or drinks and apps afterwards. They also have Sunday brunch. Open Monday through Friday for lunch, and every night for dinner. Reservations available.

Moerlein Lager House15 Joe Nuxhall Way, Cincinnati, Oh 45202513-421-2337With what seems like the longest beer menu in town, Morelein Lager house is a beer drinker’s dream. They have a full lunch and dinner menu, Reservations are available.

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Barresi’s4111 Webster Ave., Deer Park, Oh 45236 513-793-2540 .A treasure and a local landmark, Barresi’s is beloved by its patrons for its authentic Italian cuisine: a blend of tastes from the southern olive oil region near Calabria, and the north-ern city of Genoa. The extensive menu offers something for every palate, from traditional Italian pastas, a delicious variety of fresh sea-food, to signature veal and beef entrees. Generous portions satisfy even the heartiest of appetites and every meal is accompanied by our famous Zeppoles. Open for dinner Tuesday through Saturday, 5:00pm-10:00pm; reservations required.

Bon Chinese10000 Montgomery Rd., Montgomery, Ohio 45242513-891-3100

This hidden Chinese treasure offers a dim sum menu as well as traditional Chinese and Thai dishes. Open every day for lunch and dinner, with a lunch buffet from 11:00am - 2:00pm.

Cafe Mediterranean9525 Kenwood Rd., Cincinnati, Oh 45242513-745-9386Cafe Mediterranean creates a vast selection of Mediterranean cuisine, all served in a fine-dining atmosphere.This unique and delicious dining experience offers dishes prepared with a focus on seasonal fruits and vegetables, whole grains, legumes, and olive oil: all know to promote good health. Open for lunch Monday-Saturday, and dinner every day. Reservations accepted.

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Cooper’s Hawk Winery8080 Montgomery Rd., Cincinnati, Oh 45236513-488-1110The Cooper’s hawk concept includes four dis-tinct components: an upscale casual dining restaurant, full-service bar, private barrel-aging room, and Napa-style tasting room and retail gift store…all under one roof. Offering a wide range of dishes, from chicken and steak to pastas and sandwiches for both lunch and dinner. A wine pairing is listed for every item, and wine flights are available to get a taste of what Cooper’s hawk creates. Gluten-free and Life Balance menus are also an option. Open daily for lunch and dinner; tasting room is also open every day. Reservations available.

Silver Spring House8322 East Kemper Rd., Cincinnati, Oh 45249513-489-7044A fun and relaxing restaurant and bar, famous

for its “Cincinnati’s Best” citrus marinated grilled chicken, great atmosphere, open air dining, and amazing service. In addition to their famous chicken, they offer sandwiches, salads, and wraps. Free popcorn and peanuts available while waiting on a table or for a nib-ble before your meal. Open for lunch and dinner every day, or pop by for happy hour.

Stone Creek Dining Company6200 Muhlhauser RdWest Chester, Oh 45069513-942-2100Innovative cuisine in an upscale casual atmo-sphere, offering American fare such as steaks, pastas, chicken, and fish with their own special twist. Open daily for lunch and dinner, reservations recommended. There is another location in downtown Montgomery as well.

Cosmo’s604 Main St., Covington, KY 41011859-261-1330Cosmo’s has pizza, burgers, and pasta in a club-like atmosphere. Stop by before a ballgame or relax with friends. No reservations.

Pompilio’s600 Washington Ave., Newport, KY 41071859-581-3065Pompilio’s has been serving the tri-state area home-cooked Italian meals for 80 consecutive years!. They pride themselves in hand-making their sauces and traditional items, such as: Lasagna, Ravioli, Meatballs, Italian sausage and much more. They also offer many

traditional American dishes and a complete children’s menu. Open daily for lunch and dinner.

Riverfront Pizza617 W. 3rd Covington, KY 41011859-261-4800In the mood for delicious Italian cuisine? Call or stop by Riverfront Pizza in Covington, KY. Whether you’re craving carry out pizza, pasta, chicken parmesan with spaghetti, a fresh salad, or a hoagie, Riverfront Pizza offers gourmet Italian food that will satisfy your appe-tite. Delivery is available. Fresh ingredients, traditional recipes and great service are what make Riverfront Pizza great. Open daily.

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Great Food & AtmosphereNow Smoke-Free Inside!!

Happy Hour everyday 3-8 p.m.Karaoke Monday nights with Will Corson

Live music or DJ on the weekendsLunch and dinner daily

Outside dining, cigar bar & billiardsWide variety of imports and craft beers

604 Main St. • Covington, KY 41011

859-261-1330www.cosmosgrillepub.com

Walking distance from Covington hotels

Stop in for the BEST Fried Pickles in Town!!*FREE with the purchase of two entrees

(valid anytime, expires 6/30/14)

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SYMPHONY HOTEL & RESTAURANT

A historic Boutique hotel and Restaurant

Wednesday: happy hour 5-7, Live music until 10pm.Friday and Saturday: the restaurant offers 5 course

gourmet diningSunday: Brunch, classic dishes, espresso and

morning bar 10-1:30210 W. 14th St., Cincinnati, Oh 45202

(513)721-3353

7414 Montgomery Rd.Cincinnati, OH 45236

513-793-0567

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Freaky Friday Fish TossFountain SquareFifth and Vine streetsCincinnati, Oh 5/9

Appalachian FestivalConey Island6201 Kellogg Ave.Cincinnati, Oh5/9-5/11

2014 Petopolis Pet Show Duke Energy Convention Center525 Elm Street5/10-5/11

2014 Business Courier Commercial Real Estate Developers BreakfastDuke Energy Convention Center525 Elm Street5/15

2014 Hamilton County Republican ClubDuke Energy Convention Center525 Elm Street5/16

MaifestMainStrasse VillageMain StreetCovington, KY 5/16-5/18

Jazz, Arts and Wine FestivalNewport on the Levee1 Levee WayNewport, KY 5/16-5/17

I Hear Music in the Air ConferenceSharonville Convention Center11355 Chester Road5/16-5/18

Goodman’s Gun & Knife ShowSharonville Convention Center11355 Chester Road5/17-5/18

2014 Scripps Howard Foun-dationDuke Energy Convention Center525 Elm Street5/22

Taste of Cincinnati USADowntown CincinnatiCincinnatiCincinnati, Oh5/24-5/26

SummerfairConey Island6201 Kellogg Ave.Cincinnati, Oh 5/30-6/1

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area art GallerieS5th Street Gallery55 West 5th Street Cincinnati, Oh 45202-2801513-579-9333

Carl Solway Gallery424 Findlay StreetCincinnati, Oh 45214513-621-0069

The Carnegie1028 Scott BlvdCovington, KY 41011859-491-2030

DAAP Galleries2624 Clifton AveCincinnati, Oh 45221513-556-2839

Eisele Gallery of Fine Art5729 Dragon Way

Cincinnati, Oh 45227 (513) 791-7717

Gallery VeroniqueThe Shops at harper’s Point11324 Montgomery RoadCincinnati, Oh 45249513-530-5379

Kennedy Heights Art Center6546 Montgomery Rd.Cincinnati, Oh 45213513-631-4278

Malton Gallery3804 Edwards RoadCincinnati, Oh 45209513-321-8614

The Marta Hewett GalleryThe Annex1310 Pendleton St.

at the Pendleton Art Center Cincinnati, Oh 45202513-281-2780

Miller Gallery2715 Erie Avenuehyde Park SquareCincinnati, Oh 45208 513-871-4420

Phyllis Weston Gallery 2005 1/2 Madison Rd.Cincinnati, Oh 45208513-321-5200

Weston Art Gallery650 Walnut StreetCincinnati, Oh 45202-2517513-977-4165

area antique ShopSGrand Antique Mall9701 Reading RoadCincinnati, Oh513-554-1919

Duck Creek Antique Mall 3715 Madison RdCincinnati, Oh 513-321-0900·

Wooden Nickel Antiques 1410 Central PkwyCincinnati, Oh 513-241-2985

Ferguson’s Antique Mall 4939 Glenway AveCincinnati, Oh 513-921-1111

Covered Bridge Antique Mall 7508 hamilton AveCincinnati, Oh 513- 521-5739

Bromwell’s117 West Fourth StreetCincinnati, Oh513-621-0620Federation Antiques 2701 Observatory AveCincinnati, Oh513-321-2671

The Antiques Warehouse Camp WashingtonCincinnati, Oh513-319-5405

Design Smith Gallery 1342 Main St.Cincinnati, Oh513- 403-2382

English Traditions Inc. 2041 Madison Rd. Cincinnati, Oh513-321-4730

Ohio Valley Antique Mall7285 Dixie highway (Rte. 4)Fairfield, Oh

Riverside Centre Antique Mall513-321-14303742 Kellogg Ave.Cincinnati, Oh