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Dayton Restaurants of Yesteryear

Dayton Restaurants of Yesteryear

Take a trip down memory lane with Mike Woody - do you remember these fine Dayton area restaurants of yesteryear?

Valentine's Entree: Quick Braised Fish and Shellfish

Valentine's Entree: Quick Braised Fish and Shellfish

In case you find the idea of dining out on Valentine's Day daunting, Chef Wiley of Meadowlark is here to show you how to melt the heart of your Valentine - with an entree you can prepare - at home!

Valentine's First Course: Naval Oranges & Castelventrano

Valentine's First Course: Naval Oranges & Castelventrano

In case you find the idea of dining out on Valentine's Day daunting, Chef Wiley of Meadowlark is here to show you how to prepare a first course that will sweep your Valentine off his or her feet - at home!

British Import Ban Hits Close To Dayton

British Import Ban Hits Close To Dayton

Why Hershey have got their knickers in a twist over imported Cadbury chocolate - and why some Daytonians are simply cheesed off.

Seven Delicious Restaurant Week Specials

Seven Delicious Restaurant Week Specials

Tired of the cold? This week you'll have a chance to warm up to a few new dishes in town, courtesy of Miami Valley Restaurant Association's annual Restaurant Week.

Nibbles Restaurant & Catering's Culinary Open House A Hit

Nibbles Restaurant & Catering's Culinary Open House A Hit

Nibbles Restaurant and Catering officially opens January 22 and 23 during the Miami Valley Restaurant Association's Winter Restaurant Week in Dayton.

Buckeye District Specials

Buckeye District Specials

The Oregon District has been renamed "The Buckeye District" in honor of the Buckeye's -vs- the Duck's National Championship game Monday. Here are some game night specials you should know about!

Wheat Penny Celebrates Buckeye's -vs- the Duck's With Buckeye Burger

Wheat Penny Celebrates Buckeye's -vs- the Duck's With Buckeye Burger

Wheat Penny has created a special BUCKEYE BURGER topped with Skyline-style chili, cheddar and a bit of chopped onion! Yum!

10 Things Your Vegetarian Friends Want You to Know

10 Things Your Vegetarian Friends Want You to Know

Do you love a good steak, but have vegetarian friends? Your questions... answered!

The Perfect Turkey Awaits... Brining Basics

The Perfect Turkey Awaits... Brining Basics

Every year there is a debate to baste or to brine. Be the envy of the table this year with a moist turkey, not some dried, chewy old bird.

Ohio Wine Country

Ohio Wine Country

When you think of wine country, you probably think of places like California, France, and Italy, but believe it or not Ohio has several wineries - some of which are located just a short drive from Dayton.

A Craft Beer Revolution Is Happening In Dayton!

A Craft Beer Revolution Is Happening In Dayton!

If you're interested in learning more about Dayton breweries, here is a guide to several local craft brewers.

What's the Big Deal with Gluten-Free?

What's the Big Deal with Gluten-Free?

More people than ever before are avoiding gluten so you may have wondered if you should, too. Here are the basics to catch you up to speed.

Fifth Street Brewpub Now Serving Home Brews

Fifth Street Brewpub Now Serving Home Brews

Fifth Street Brewpub now serves their own craft brews.

Who has the best chicken wings in Dayton?

Who has the best chicken wings in Dayton?

Some kids grow up wanting to be firemen or doctors or superheroes. All I ever wanted to be was a judge in a Buffalo wing contest - and this weekend at the Kickin' Chicken Wing Fest at Fraze Pavilion I was able to do just that.

Don't Call It A Hamburger

Don't Call It A Hamburger

Chef Aaron Hanover of the Mohawk Freestyle Grill Food Truck hand crafts one of the best burgers in the Miami Valley.

10 Tips to Get the Most from Dayton Area Farmers Markets

10 Tips to Get the Most from Dayton Area Farmers Markets

Here are some tips and tricks to make sure you're getting the most from these markets while side-stepping the occasional issues with buying local.

Gourmet Burgers and Fancy Dogs Fest With The Menus

Gourmet Burgers and Fancy Dogs Fest With The Menus

New festival for 2014! New gourmet hamburger and fancy hot dog festival during Bocce Classic XX 2014 at Bella Villa Hall in Kettering.

A Lesson in Sauvignon Blanc

A Lesson in Sauvignon Blanc

Sauvignon Blanc is heaven with shellfish, especially raw oysters...also a great choice for southeast Asian seafood dishes, especially crab and shrimp with a Vietnamese flair...as well as a classic pairing for Brie, Camembert, St. Andre, and similar creamy, soft cheeses.

Warped Wing Is Flying High

Warped Wing Is Flying High

One thing is for sure, the founders are passionate about their beer, and it shows!

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