*LAST Episode of Season 1* *Industry Interview* 

In this episode we wrap up season 1 of the podcast. Season 2 starts in January 2024. We will offer 2 bonus episodes featuring places you can enjoy Thanksgiving and Christmas dine in and take out meals in Cincinnati. This week we talk about special food available at King’s Island’s Haunt and Cincinnati Museum Center’s new collaboration beer with Rhinegeist. We talk about some of our favorite coffee shops -- including where you can get some delicious fall lattes. Then we get into openings that have happened within the last 2 weeks. We have 2 closings to report this episode. Then you’ll hear an interview from owners of a new Crumbl location in Western Hills, Claire and Jaxon Tews. Next we get into foodie news. Barq’s Red Cream Soda has Cincinnati roots? Sotto is open for lunch? What is happening at Taste of Belgium? Is the McRib really coming back? Is Skyline Chili serving breakfast at CVG airport? Are Michelin star inspectors coming to Cincinnati? House of Villians watch party?

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New Crumbl Location- https://www.instagram.com/p/CyrLbwXOn8I/

King’s Island Foodie Options- https://www.instagram.com/p/CyQuovdOl-p/

Something Cool at Taste of Belgium?- https://www.instagram.com/p/Cx0Y3RWu9ol/

https://www.instagram.com/p/CyHEPf6OAfd/

Barq’s Red Cream Soda Story- https://dannwoellertthefoodetymologist.wordpress.com/2020/06/12/my-family-connection-to-barqs-red-pop/

https://dannwoellertthefoodetymologist.wordpress.com/2016/07/27/the-yankee-pop-that-saved-cincinnatis-oldest-house/

Bengals Pre-Game Party Tickets- https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tailgate-at-the-filson-bills-vs-bengals-tickets-726320984617?aff=oddtdtcreator

*Industry Interview* In this episode we have some good news and some bad news. The good news is that we are going to offer 2 bonus episodes featuring places to locally enjoy Thanksgiving and Christmas dine-in and takeout meals! The bad news is that this is our second to last episode of Season 1. Season 2 of the 'Cincinnati Foodies' podcast will resume in January with lots of special industry interviews! This week we talk about our experience at Zoofari, different coffee shops, and a new rooftop restaurant in Covington, KY called Opal! Next we get into openings that have happened within the last two weeks. We have 4 closings to report. Then you’ll hear an interview with commercial realtor Josh Rothstein. Next we get into foodie news! What celebrity dropped $3000 in tips in our city? Local students who aren’t allowed to buy ice cream? Cookie PLUG? A new chicken restaurant coming to Cincinnati? Where can you get a margarita for a dollar?! Skyline Chili for breakfast?!

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Golden State Reel- 

https://www.instagram.com/reel/CxyaXXiuR9c/

Opal Reel- 

https://www.instagram.com/reel/CyBpzleug7e/

New Coffee Shop Opening in East Walnut Hills- 

https://www.instagram.com/p/Cx6qXGyor6M/

Ocho Cinco Big Tip Receipts Posted on Our Patreon- 

https://www.patreon.com/posts/90477443

Mecklenburg Closing- 

https://www.cincinnati.com/story/entertainment/dining/2023/10/01/cincinnatis-mecklenburg-gardens-has-closed-but-will-reopen/71026688007/

Ignite Entertainment Closing/Opening/Expanding- 

https://www.citybeat.com/food-drink/pampas-argentine-gastropub-to-close-as-che-obryonville-expands-16071483

Red’s Sports Book Phase 1 Open- 

https://www.yogonet.com/international/news/2023/09/27/68957-betmgm-opens-permanent-cincinnati-sportsbook-in-partnership-with-the-cincinnati-reds

In this episode we talk about the Queen City LPGA and pop-up dinners by Garnish Catering. We mention some fun facts about the egg industry in Ohio and a random meal we had in New Richmond that was really good! We went to VV Italian, a favorite of ours and ended the week with a new exhibition at the 21C Hotel and Museum. Next we go over openings that have happened since the last episode. This week we have a few that are “actually open” and talk about many coming soon projects. We have 2 closings to report this week not including ice cream shops that are about to close for the season. We wrap up the episode with foodie news! Dutch's has a Billion Dollar Man-Which? Dewey's Pizza has a Pumpkin Pizza? Mom N’ Em’ and Wildweed collab? Plates and Pages event? Kid’s cannoli class? 80 Acres salad kits? What local chefs are coming up on the Food Network channel?  

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Opal Announces Grand Opening:

https://www.instagram.com/p/CxOTW2Nr2xO/

Five on Vine Plates and Pages Event: 

https://fiveonvine.com/5-on-vine-menu/

Dewey’s New Seasonal Items: 

https://www.instagram.com/p/Cxf5NGSLxxW/

https://www.instagram.com/p/CxYCZ3Ms3sS/

Trophy Pizza Coming to The Gatherall Food Hall: 

https://www.instagram.com/p/CxRP1x5uXWs/

Maggiano’s Cannoli Making Class for Kids and Adults: 

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/maggianos-cincinnati-kids-cooking-class-cannolis-tickets-669606419827?aff=oddtdtcreator

Dutch’s Joe Burrow Man-Which:

https://www.instagram.com/p/CxAmc4xuLP2/

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In this episode we talk about openings, closings, and foodie news. We highlight our experiences at MRBL, Cooper’s Hawk, Tunnel Club at TQL Stadium, Brown Dog Cafe, Aglamesis, and Gold Spoon Creamery. Next we go over openings that have happened since the last episode. We have 3 closings to report this week. We wrap up the episode with foodie news! Who’s the new chef at The Birch in Terrace Park? Cincinnati Restaurant Week is coming up! The Ferrari Bros and Mom N’ Em are hosting their first Throwdown and Rosie’s Italian is now open 7 days a week!

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Show Notes:

Mom N' 'Em Throwdown-

https://www.instagram.com/p/Cw5DzddOwt3/

Aglamesis Ice Cream Shop-

https://www.instagram.com/p/Cwnv1CJxbMD/

Shake Shack coming to Liberty Center-

https://shakeshack.com/

Japanese Bodega coming to Court Street-

https://www.instagram.com/p/Cw3AvjjtXBf/

La Grassa in Madeira is closing-

https://www.instagram.com/p/Cw0zlrwuSQ1/

Big Jay's Place on Diners Drive-ins and Dives-

https://www.instagram.com/p/CwaOHPsrbwk/?img_index=1

Golden State Tacos-

https://www.instagram.com/goldenstatetacos/

In this episode we talk about many openings and some bigger projects happening around the city. We highlight our experiences at The Capital Grille, Stone Creek, Ferrari’s Little Italy, and Senate. We went to Dewey’s Pizza new Covington, KY location and the grand opening of Swenson’s Drive In located in Oakley. We attended the grand opening of Garnish Catering and talk about the delicious food we had there. Next we go over openings that have happened since the last episode. We have 5 closings to report this week. Some of “Which Which” will surprise you! We wrap up the episode with some foodie news and upcoming events! A revolving sushi restaurant? A four course meal on a cafeteria tray? Island food pop up at Sommerset OTR? Best places to watch this year's Labor Day fireworks? Most expensive meal in the city? Places to get pumpkin spice lattes locally? A man grills over 1 million steaks?! Wow! You’ll hear all about it in this episode! 

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Show Notes- 

Swenson’s Drive In Opening- 

https://www.instagram.com/p/Cv54miAMF4H/

Kawa Revolving Sushi- 

https://www.instagram.com/p/Cvn3JCvp598/

Dewey’s Pizza Cocktails- 

https://www.instagram.com/p/CwDdPa9O6xy/

Bake-Off Sign Up Form- 

https://www.cincinnatimagazine.com/great-cincinnati-bake-off-sign-up-form-2023/

Alive and Well in Clifton- 

https://www.aliveandwellbar.com/

Jean Robert French Crust Lunch Tray- 

https://www.instagram.com/p/CwAvpvpOdGj/

Garnish Catering Girl Dinner Tickets- 

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/girl-dinner-at-garnish-catering-tickets-703479916367?aff=oddtdtcreator

*CHEF INTERVIEW* In this episode we talk about a new cafe that opened in Westwood. We highlight our experience at Boca and went to the Madame Butterfly Opera. We even made it to Lil’s Kitchen for lunch! We talk about Unwind Wine Bar, Livery, and VV Italian. We went to King’s Island and got the Cincinnati famous Blue Ice cream! We attended the Ludacris concert at Hard Rock Casino and we went to Posh Picnic hosted by Cincinnati Magazine at Peterloon Estate. Next we get into openings that happened in the last 2 weeks. There is a lot going on on the West Side this week including the restaurant that is taking over Kenning’s Circle K space! Unfortunately we have a few closings to cover. Next you’ll hear an exclusive *chef interview* from Zachary Barnes, the executive chef at the 21C Hotel! Then we get into Foodie News. Snappy Tomato Pizza is named after a horse? Taco Johns loses their trademark? A Mediterranean restaurant now offering dinner service? Who’s the new owner of Tiki Tiki Bang Bang?

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Episode Links:

Fable Cafe- 

https://www.instagram.com/p/CvAumI7PSZ8/

King’s Island Blue Ice Cream- 

https://www.instagram.com/p/CvK0Ks7LpVy/

VV Italian- 

https://www.instagram.com/p/CunIODhA0Sj/

Brian Ambs Hot Sauce- 

https://www.instagram.com/p/CvIk7QerJIt/

Keith Pandolfi Sandwich Hall of Fame- 

https://www.cincinnati.com/story/entertainment/dining/2023/08/02/greater-cincinnati-sandwich-hall-of-fame-class-of-2023/70369636007/

New Diner in Northside- 

https://www.citybeat.com/food-drink/northsides-retro-modern-park-diner-hopes-to-become-vibrant-gathering-spot-15674298

Fillo Now Offers Dinner Service- https://www.citybeat.com/food-drink/over-the-rhines-fillo-modern-greek-to-launch-dinner-service-15693031

In this episode we talk about an AI cocktail experience and our experience at Wings and Rings and 16 Lots. We went to the grand opening of Jeni’s ice cream and feasted on some well known local favorites like Skyline and Graeter’s. Next we get into openings that happened in the last 2 weeks. We announce many soon-to-be-open projects happening around the city including a concept that will be opening in the former Royce location downtown! We have a couple closings to cover and then you’ll hear an interview from commercial realtor Josh Rothstien! Then we get into Foodie News. What did Taylor Swift eat when she came to Cincinnati? What celebrity has been spotted at The Capital Grill? Another restaurant serving up chili pizza? McDonald’s is cutting menu items? Bathtubs in restaurant bathrooms? We end the episode talking about a dive bar taco pop up and where you can find Barbie themed foods around the city to celebrate the new movie coming out!

Jeni's instagram reel-
https://www.instagram.com/p/CuuxIHDRGuY/

16 Lots-
https://www.instagram.com/16lotssouthern/

Wings and Rings-
https://www.wingsandrings.com/

Fulton Yards- https://www.instagram.com/fultonyards/

New Thunderdome Concept-

https://www.cincinnati.com/story/news/2023/07/13/american-brasserie-opening-foundry-royce-space-thunderdome/70410505007/

Link to our Patreon for Episode Extras

https://www.patreon.com/CincinnatiFoodies

Link to our Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/cincinnatifoodies/

Link for The Galley at Newport on the Levee

https://www.newportonthelevee.com/the-galley-on-the-levee

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*CHEF INTERVIEW* In this episode we talk about our dinners at Emery in Mariemont and Via Vite on Fountain Square. Next we roll into openings from the last 2 weeks including a restaurant owned by a former Bengals player, a new ice cream stand in Lockland, and a coffee shop in College Hill. We talk about some coming soon projects including a new location for Ruby's Chocolates. There are a few closings to go over and then you'll hear an EXCLUSIVE interview with Chef Katy Devlin!! We end the episode with some Foodie News! Sotto has new menu items? What is Bombolotti? Barbie Margaritas? Graeter's secret menu item? Arnolds announces new chef? Cameron Diaz coming to Cincinnati? Jalapeno Cheddar Mett Coneys? Bengals player delivering DoorDash orders?

You’ll hear all about it in this week’s episode! Do you like listening to our podcast? Leave a review and let us know your thoughts!

Chef Katy Devlin Instagram-
https://www.instagram.com/chefkatydturner/

Via Vite post-
https://www.instagram.com/reel/CuddvqdtxpO/

Jeni's Ice Cream post-https://www.instagram.com/p/CuNWMBOvc62/

New restaurant Solstice post-
https://www.instagram.com/p/Ct46UG5umbE/

March First Brewing coming to Fountain Square-
https://www.instagram.com/reel/CtjooJeOfmn/

Sotto's menu-
https://www.sottocincinnati.com/menus/

Barbie Margarita-
https://www.instagram.com/p/CuCML8PrqLm/

Graeter's Bonus Flavor- https://www.instagram.com/p/Ct9PMKVLERl/

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In this episode we talk about specials of the week at Top of the Park. We highlight our foodie experiences at King’s Island and Disneyland and talk about Chef Kayla Robison’s new Pop Up at Avril-Bleh & Son’s. We attended the grand opening of the new Piada in Western Hills and went to both Mom N’ Em locations because we love their coffee shops! Next we get into restaurants that have opened in the last two weeks. We announce many soon-to-be-open projects happening around the city including a new Mad Tree in Summit Park! We have a couple closings to cover and then we get into Foodie News. UDF Peach Ice Cream? Restaurant burglaries in OTR? Montgomery Inn BBQ sauce? Pay with your palm at FCC? Then we end the episode with a few places you can see fireworks on July 4th. You’ll hear all about it in this week’s episode! Do you like listening to our podcast? Leave a review and let us know your thoughts!

Buckle up for the next episode. We have so much to cover on Episode 13 including a chef interview with a surprise guest!

Chef Kayla Robison and Avril-Bleh & Son’s Pop Up-

https://www.instagram.com/p/Ct0WIO-M6Z8/

Binski’s Bar- 

https://www.wcpo.com/news/local-news/hamilton-county/cincinnati/camp-washington/its-your-local-camp-washingtons-newest-bar-binskis-is-serving-up-drinks-darts-and-a-sense-of-community

Two Seven Two Bakery in Clifton- 

https://www.instagram.com/p/CtxfeU2u2Le/?hl=en

New Rooftop bar at 21C- 

https://www.fox19.com/2023/06/14/downtown-cincinnati-hotel-debuts-new-peruvian-style-concept-rooftop-bar/

Nation and BetMGM moving into Galla Park space-  https://www.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/news/2023/06/21/nation-kitchen-bar-betmgm-sport.html

Montgomery Inn BBQ sauce on best of list- 

https://www.bonappetit.com/story/best-bbq-sauces

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*CHEF INTERVIEW* In this episode we talk about our experience at Top of the Park and the new martini service at Boca. We go over the happy hour specials at Emery in Mariemont and attended a cooking class for St. Elizabeth doTerra Center for Integrative Oncology. They are partnering with Cancer Support Community of Greater Cincinnati & Northern Kentucky the Incubator Kitchen Collective to provide these classes, free of charge to their patients and families who have struggled or are struggling with a cancer diagnosis. You'll hear about the grand opening of Ace's Pickleball + Kitchen and we will roll into restaurants and bars that have opened within the last 2 weeks. Good news is there's only 1 closing this episode! Next you'll enjoy a EXCLUSIVE CHEF INTERVIEW W/: Chef Kayla Robison. We have a lot of foodie news to cover. Is Monkey Bar named after a real monkey? Which Cincinnati pizza reheats the best? Someone owns the rights to "Taco Tuesday"? Cincinnati chili pizza? Will AI soon replace the service industry? Is the Claude Monet immersive exhibit worth a visit? Hot Honey Crunch ice cream? What kind of perks do Yelp Elites get? You’ll hear all about it in this week’s episode! Do you like listening to our podcast? Leave a review and let us know your thoughts!

St. Elizabeth Community Classes-

https://www.stelizabeth.com/events/calendar

Qlicous Closing-

https://www.instagram.com/p/Cs6hJSoOtxK/

Chef Kayla Robison IG page-

https://www.instagram.com/commandernbeef/

Tickets to the AI bar experience-

https://gorillacinemapresents.ticketleap.com/spiritual-machine/

Tickets to the Juneteenth Free Peoples Party-

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/free-peoples-party-tickets-637833526247

How to become Yelp Elite?

https://blog.yelp.com/community/how-to-join-the-yelp-elite-squad/

Hoity Toity Donuts Update-

https://www.instagram.com/p/Cs9LjRgtF1f/

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In this episode we talk about the new Toast and Berry restaurant in Liberty Township. We went to VV Italian Experience in Mount Lookout, Jeff Ruby’s Downtown, Baru Downtown, and Via Vite on Fountain Square. We go over restaurants that have opened in the last 2 weeks. Next we slide right into an interview with commercial realtor Josh Rothstein. He tells us all about what’s happening in East Walnut Hills and mentions a new restaurant coming to the District at Deerfield development in Mason. Then we finish up with foodie news. Who bought the recently closed Pearlstar restaurant in OTR? Eckerlin meats is moving? Skyline Chili is serving nachos? The Gatherall in Norwood signs a lease with 3 new tenants? Who bought Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse? You’ll hear all about it in this week’s episode!

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Toast and Berry instagram reel- 

https://www.instagram.com/p/CsUJzEar_5q/

Pealstar Space Update- 

https://www.citybeat.com/food-drink/a-new-oyster-restaurant-is-moving-into-the-former-pearlstar-location-in-over-the-rhine-15288615

Coming Soon to East Walnut Hills-

https://www.instagram.com/p/CsQ08G3ui8W/

Get Tickets to see Marlon Wayans- 

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/marlon-wayans-x-nostalgia-vip-xperience-tickets-636695602687

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*CHEF INTERVIEW* In this episode we talk about many foodie adventures to NKY! We went to Bouquet & Lisse restaurants in Covington, Amador in Newport, and Conserva in Ludlow. We do a feature on Oriental Wok for AAPI Heritage month and slide right into openings and closings from the last 2 weeks. Next you'll hear an exclusive interview with Chef Eric Clark who is the pastry chef at Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse. Then we get to the foodie news. Paxton's patio crash? Taste of Cincinnati desserts? Unexpected speak easy bar? A local chef on a national TV show? Where will Cackleberry's breakfast sandwich trailer pop up next? Listen now to get the full scoop!
Bouquet and Lisse in Covington - https://www.instagram.com/p/Crt5apJPXo0/

Amador in Newport - https://www.instagram.com/p/CrpKYProzb0/

Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse Purse Desserts - https://www.instagram.com/reel/Cp29m0TOYT9/

Red's Helmet Dessert at Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse - https://www.instagram.com/reel/Cqc6741Mzc4/

Taste of Cincinnati - https://tasteofcincinnati.com/

Cackleberry Pop Up at Lost & Found OTR- Listen for dates
Check the menu- https://www.eatcackleberry.com/

Lost + Found OTR - https://www.lostandfound.com/

Watch Guy's Grocery Games Season 16 episode 32 to see local Chef Kayla Robinson featured!

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In this episode we cover our recent foodie adventures while drinking bourbon and talking about a few restaurants we love. We go over openings and closings from the last 2 weeks. Many of which are opening or coming soon to the Northern Kentucky area. Then there's so much foodie news! Guy Fieri is in town? Peanut Butter Tequila? 3-Way Chili Ice Cream? Pizza Vending Machines? Strawberry Funnel Cake Ale? You'll hear all about it! We end the episode with a fun story about how the Hofbrahaus came to be in Newport.

New Taco Shack at Moerlein Lager House 

Instagram Reel- https://www.instagram.com/p/Crj63Yioqjt/

Kiji Habatchi express opens in Deerpark

https://www.kijihibachiexpress.com/ 

Chance to get a sneak peak at Piada in Western Hills- 

https://mypiada.com/vip/western-hills
Hofbrahaus story-

https://www.cincinnati.com/story/entertainment/dining/2023/04/20/hofbrauhaus-newport-oldest-in-america/70063886007/

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This is our first remote episode! G is traveling this week and we are recording remotely! We highlight our experience at Goose and Elder for Brunch and Galerie candy. We go over openings and closings from the last 2 weeks and feature an interview with our new secret foodie. We close the episode talking about an upcoming event benefiting cancer research and mention some of our favorite patio restaurants!  Goose and Elder Brunch Instagram Reel- https://www.instagram.com/p/CqyWvbsOcEf/ Drew’s on the River  https://www.facebook.com/DrewsOTR/ NEW OPEN Livery in Montgomery Quarter- https://www.instagram.com/p/Cq8Zsnptims/ Wine, Women, and Shoes Event- https://www.winewomenandshoes.com/event/cca/ Wildweed’s new spot- https://www.cincinnati.com/story/entertainment/dining/2023/04/06/pasta-centric-restaurant-wildweed-coming-cincinnati-over-the-rhine-this-year/70087921007/ Khora City Beat Review- https://www.citybeat.com/food-drink/review-the-new-iteration-of-khora-at-the-kinley-hotel-is-a-bit-lackluster-compared-to-its-2020-debut-14963558 Khora Closure-  https://www.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/news/2023/04/03/khora-restaurant-closed.html Find us on instagram @cincinnatifoodies  Have a restaurant recommendation or question? Where should we eat at next?  Slide into our DM's on instagram or email us at cincinnatifoodies513@gmail.com  Make sure you subscribe and rate our show to help others find us!

In this episode we are drinking– Michi White from Michael Gindl from our Mom ‘N ‘Em wine club! We had brunch at Primo in Middletown and went across the river to The Well in Covington. We go over openings/closings and feature an interview with our NEW secret foodie! We talk about the Candy Shop Pop Up at the Hard Rock Casino and are featuring a GIVEAWAY to win tickets on our instagram page! Towards the end of the podcast you can listen to some Foodie News, hear about new menu items at the Great American Ball Park, and learn about some restaurants offering Easter Brunch in our city! Candy Shop Pop Up Ticket Giveaway-  Giveaway- https://www.instagram.com/p/CqYRpvNv_Wd/ Tickets- linktr.ee/cincinnatifoodies – and click on Candy Shop Pop Up  Best of Cincinnati City Beat Event Tickets- https://tinyurl.com/City-beat-event Savor Cincy Magazine Event-  linktr.ee/cincinnatifoodies – and click on Savor Chef’s Table  New or Soon-to-Open Restaurants-  Cedar + Yuca - Covington Red Leprechaun Irish Pub - The Banks Skyline Chili- CVG Airport Hi-Wire Brewing- Norwood March First Brewing- Fountain Square  Knowledge Bar and Social Room- Covington  Closings-  Wahlburgers Okto  High Street Cafe Get Easter Cannoli at DelGardo’s  https://www.instagram.com/p/CqS2kI7u9IE/ Easter Brunch Restaurants-  Primo Middletown  Lou Vino Coppin’s Covington  Eddie Merlot’s Palm Court at the Hilton Netherlands Via Vite -Forno- Nicola’s -Usually offer Brunch on Easter 

In this week's episode we start drinking wine. This week we are featuring a Cabernet Sauvignon gifted from Posh event space in OTR. We ate at Northstar in Liberty Township-- Get a FREE drink at Northstar off the Specialty Drink list when you show the cashier our instagram reel through March 31st! We had lunch at Teak in OTR. We talk about our experience at Jeff Ruby's, Wine Festival, and Sotto. We go over openings/closings and feature our first Chef Interview with Vanessa Miller who was promoted from Metropole to an executive position within the 21C Hotel. We end the episode going over some ideas of things to do for Red's opening day. 

Get a FREE Specialty Drink at Northstar in Liberty Township: 

https://www.instagram.com/reel/CpnVNsEsH9_/

https://www.thenorthstarcafe.com/location/northstar-cafe-liberty-center/

Posh Event Space in OTR: 

https://instagram.com/posheventscinci

Wine Fest Recap:

https://www.instagram.com/reel/CpyFz20vs77/

OPENINGS:

Teak OTR Plans for a Second Location in Loveland:

https://www.wcpo.com/entertainment/local-a-e/local-dining/over-the-rhines-teak-to-open-new-location-at-loveland-station-development

Bridges Nepali Opens in Elmwood:

https://www.cincinnati.com/story/entertainment/dining/2023/02/24/bridges-nepali-cuisine-opening-3rd-cincinnati-restaurant-elmwood-place/69940010007/

Hard Rock Opens Constant Grind Bistro: 

https://www.citybeat.com/food-drink/hard-rock-casino-opens-gourmet-coffee-shop-constant-grind-14874346

Rokaru Ramen Opening on the West Side: 

https://www.facebook.com/groups/chowdowncincinnati/permalink/1413549699391048/

Wine O' Clock Tasting Room in Pleasant Ridge- 

https://finewineoclock.com/?page_id=404

Wine Cracked Pot Coffee in Middletown Opened Recently:

https://m.facebook.com/100083611800622/

https://www.journal-news.com/entertainment/dining/family-coverts-realtor-office-into-coffee-crepe-shop-near-downtown-middletown/7GRAND4CMRCCVDOO7V35ZZ4LDU/

Teranga World Market and Restaurant (temporary closure due to fire) 

https://www.fox19.com/2023/03/08/beloved-hartwell-restaurant-reopen-after-devastating-fire/

Dear Restaurant Closes and Reopens as Al-Posto Italian:

https://www.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/news/2023/03/08/dear-restaurant-butcher.html

Spoon Market in Covington Closes:

https://www.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/news/2023/03/09/spoon-kitchen-market-closing.html

Rally's Fish Sandwich Menu 

https://www.checkers.com/5115/menu/fish/

In this week's episode we start out with talking about new restaurant openings in our city. Then we move onto closings and tell you about events. The upcoming event this week is Cincinnati Wine Festival. Each week we try a different restaurant and give you the 411. This week's feature is 6 N' the Mornin' a breakfast restaurant in Kenwood, Ohio. We end the episode with some foodie news and rumors. Don't forget to check out our BONUS episode this week covering our favorite Lenten Fish Frys around the city! Tickets to the Cincinnati Wine Festival March 9-11 — https://tinyurl.com/cincinnatiwinefestival Garnish Catering To-Go Meals- https://www.garnishcincinnati.com/garnishtogo OPENINGS: Trophy Pizza- Sharonville/Evendale https://www.instagram.com/reel/CpHHKSTMzNf/ https://www.mytrophypizza.com/ Bru Burger Bar- Montgomery https://www.bruburgerbar.com/ Level One Bar- https://www.wcpo.com/news/local-news/hamilton-county/cincinnati/over-the-rhine/over-the-rhines-level-one-bar-and-arcade-to-feature-more-than-50-games-sets-opening-date Hard Rock Casino- Downtown https://www.hardrockcasinocincinnati.com/dining FCC Releases New 2023 Season Menu- https://www.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/news/2023/02/23/fc-cincinnati-kicks-off-season-with-new-food-items.html https://www.levyrestaurants.com/who-we-are/ https://www.instagram.com/p/CpFvJ5oMqNe/ Roy Rogers- Cleves https://www.facebook.com/RoyRogersRestaurants/photos/a.175968746143/10160145562016144 Primo Italian- Middletown https://primeprimo.com/ CLOSINGS: Mighty Good OTR- https://www.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/news/2023/02/24/mighty-good-restaurant-closing.html https://www.instagram.com/p/CpDlz6mjSSl/ Gomez Salsa- Pleasant Ridge https://www.instagram.com/p/CovGVSjP9AB/ Enson Harbor-  https://www.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/news/2023/02/27/enson-harbor-dim-sum.html EVENTS: Cincinnati Wine Festival- March 9-11 — https://tinyurl.com/cincinnatiwinefestival Weekly Restaurant Feature-  6 N’ the Mornin’ - https://www.6nthemornin.com/ White Castle- New menu item only in Cincinnati markets https://www.cincinnati.com/story/entertainment/dining/2023/02/27/white-castle-french-toast-slider-cincinnati-locations/69948512007/ Mio’s Violates Child Labor Laws- https://www.wlwt.com/article/cincinnati-pizza-mios-child-labor-violations-fine/43022205 https://www.reddit.com/r/cincinnati/comments/1192ep2/us_labor_department_fines_cincinnati_pizza/ Cincinnati Magazine features a closed restaurant on the cover- https://www.cincinnatimagazine.com/article/best-restaurants-2023-kerfuffle-how-this-happened/ R & B Brunch we were talking about- https://instagram.com/randb_brunch

Fish Fry Special!

In this week's bonus episode we highlight a few notable fish fries around different areas of the city. Towards the end we mention some local businesses doing fun foodie items for the Lenten season. Links are provided below to make it easy for you! 

Price Hill- St. William Church in Price Hill is a quick and easy drive thru only option.

https://saintwilliam.com/fish-fry

Anderson- Immaculate Heart of Mary- Dine in and carryout available

No link- Call this number for more info 513-388-0031

Anderson- St. Veronica- Dine in, order online and pickup, carryout

https://stvfishfry.cloudwaitress.com/

West Side- St. Aloysius or St. Al’s for short- Drive thru only

https://saintals.org/fishfry/

West Side- Incline Smoke Shack at 13 Below Brewery- Dine in, pre-order online, carryout

https://inclinesmokeshack.com/

https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=740737374251909&set=a.585586896433625

Ripley, Ohio- A very well known fish fry. People drive from all over the state of Ohio to get food from here.

https://www.facebook.com/smsfishfry/

Milford- Lehr’s Prime Market- A few tables for dine in but mostly carry out only

https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=692919025939757&set=a.537394278158900

Pleasant Ridge- Pleasant Run Presbyterian Church- Dine in or carryout

Erlanger, KY- Mary Queen of Heaven- Dine in, drive thru, curbside pickup

https://mqhparish.com/2022-fish-fry/

Kenwood/Montgomery- All Saints- Dine in and carry out

https://www.allsaintstville.org/fish-fry

Madeira- St. Gertrude- Dine in, carry out, order online for pickup.

https://www.stgertrude.org/fishfry.html

Montgomery/Blue Ash- Good Shepherd- Dine in and drive thru.

https://good-shepherd.org/fish-fry-days

Downtown- Alabama Fish Bar- Mostly carry out only

https://www.facebook.com/ALABAMAFISHBAR

North Bend- Chole’s Eatery at Carriage Hill Farm- Dine in and carry out

https://www.facebook.com/ChloesEatery

Loveland- Seafood Station- Buy fresh raw seafood and cook at home!

https://seafoodstation.net/index.html

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In this week’s episode we talk about what’s going on with the Royce and Pearlstar closings in downtown Cincinnati. We highlight our experiences at Mi Cozumel in Oakley and Fireside Pizza in Walnut Hills. Then we go over a few openings and closings. We end the episode talking about some fun foodie events to check out next week!

LINKS

Royce and Pearl Star closing

https://www.cincinnati.com/story/entertainment/dining/2023/02/16/two-major-cincinnati-restaurants-suddenly-shutter/69909954007/

Mi Cozumel instagram reels featuring cocktails and flaming fajitas

1- https://www.instagram.com/p/CoinQd4s7CE/

2- https://www.instagram.com/p/CokwKaxNFTv/

3- https://www.instagram.com/reel/Ckd5GOfN7en/

The story behind the man in the barrel at Mi Cozumel 

https://editorial.rottentomatoes.com/article/why-latin-sitcom-sensation-el-chavo-del-ocho-remains-as-funny-and-moving-as-ever/

Fireside Pizza reel

https://www.instagram.com/reel/CoYxtE9OAuP/

Soul Secrets about me page- 

https://www.soulsecretscincy.com/about-us/

Atrium Market- 

https://www.atriumfoodmarket.com/

New Lord of the Rings themed Fabled Brew Works

https://www.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/news/2023/02/08/craft-brewery-fabled.html

Foodie Fight 513

https://www.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/news/2023/02/02/gill-robison-food-fight-513.html

Sold out Breakfast for Dinner event (wait list is available)

 https://www.cincinnatimagazine.com/breakfast/

February 23rd Cocktail Events

Fueled Collective- https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hot-cocktails-with-tastemakers-tickets-526535209987?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

Summit Hotel- https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hot-cocktails-with-tastemakers-tickets-526535209987?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

Cooking Class with Chef Rose Che-

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hot-cocktails-with-tastemakers-tickets-526535209987?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

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In this week's episode we tell you about new restaurant openings and closings from the month of January. We cover 3 fun events coming up in Cincinnati, OH and offer up some ideas for last minute Valentine's Day reservations. We close the episode talking about amazing black owned restaurants you should try in honor of Black History Month.  LINKS   Skyline Dip Recipe- https://www.skylinechili.com/2022/03/17/skyline-chili-dip/  Who Dey Treats IG post- https://www.instagram.com/p/Cn-qodlLKun/  (sweet joy bakery)  OPENINGS:  Sugar and Spice- https://www.instagram.com/p/CnkqlXlvfsI/  Qlicious facebook page: www.facebook.com/queensbakerycincy.  Five on Vine- https://fiveonvine.com/  Secret Bar- https://www.citybeat.com/food-drink/covingtons-secret-bar-is-a-drag-in-the-best-way-14550912  Mexi Q- https://mexican-bbq.com/  Adesso Coffee- https://www.adessoisnow.com/  Beerhead Bar and Eatery- https://beerheadbar.com/mason-ohio/  Big Chill Bar and Ice Cream Window- https://www.instagram.com/bigchillcincy/  Ford’s Garage- https://linknky.com/business/2023/01/16/florence-honks-hello-to-new-fords-garage-location-on-houston-road/  Ford’s Garage Car Crash on TikTok- https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTRsEnsbv/  The Well in Covington- https://www.thewellcovington.com/  MRBL “Marble”- https://www.mrblsteak.com/  Juniper’s Gin Bar- https://www.instagram.com/juniperscov/  Spoon Market- https://www.thespoonmarket.com/  Local Cantina @ Rhiengiest- https://www.localcantina.com/  CLOSINGS:  Mike Sells Chips- https://www.wdtn.com/news/local-news/mikesells-snack-food-company-to-close-after-113-years-in-dayton/  Discotheque E19 opens as Posh Events- https://www.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/news/2023/01/20/e19-otr-posh-private-event.html  McDonald’s Closed at CVG- https://www.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/news/2023/01/18/restaurant-shake-up-coming-to-cvg.html  EVENTS:  Cincy Beer Fest Tickets Feb 3rd and 4th- https://cincybeerfest.com/  Boca Cadenza Tickets- https://www.exploretock.com/bocarestaurant  Cincy Burger Week- Feb 13-16 https://www.instagram.com/cincyburgerweek/  (download the Cincy Burger Week app in the app store)  AND BEYOND...  Order Sommerset’s Purple Ube Margarita - https://www.toasttab.com/somerset-131-e-mcmicken-ave/  Sports Deck Locations- Rhinegiest- https://www.playusa.com/tipico-ohio-sportsbook-partners-cincinnati-brewery/  Lori’s Road House- https://www.playohio.com/news/loris-roadhouse-wins-ohio-sports-betting-license/  Taft’s Ale House- https://www.playohio.com/news/superbook-sports-ohio-tafts-ale-house-ohio-sports-betting/  Black Owned Restaurants-  Just Q’in- http://www.justqin.com/ Ollie’s Trolley- https://www.facebook.com/OlliesTrolleyCincinnati/  Maize OTR- https://maizeotr.com/  Alabama Que- https://www.facebook.com/AlabamaQueFanPage/  Follow them on TikTok- https://www.tiktok.com/@alabamaque  Boomtown Biscuits and Whiskey- https://www.boomtownbiscuitsandwhiskey.com/  Find us on instagram @cincinnatifoodies  Have a restaurant recommendation or question? Where should we eat at next?  Slide into our DM's on instagram or email us at cincinnatifoodies513@gmail.com  Make sure you subscribe and rate our show to help others find us!