REFUEL
EXPLORE - SPRING 2025
FRIDAY
QUEEN CITY ESCAPE
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After the drive, recharge with a cappuccino (and/or a glass of vino) at Mom N’ ‘Em Coffee, hailed as one of the nation’s best coffee shops by Food & Wine. Its new Madisonville location, conveniently en route to Cincinnati proper, offers house-roasted drinks and house-made snacks. Don’t forget to pick up some rare tinned fish or natural wines from their retail shelves.
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A weekend away in CINCINNATI will convince anyone that this OHIO CITY is fit for royalty
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Staying right in the heart of the Queen City means keeping your finger on the pulse, and 21C Museum Hotel encourages you to do exactly that. This historic, multi-venue contemporary art museum and boutique hotel features 156 boutique rooms with custom furnishings and over 8,000 square feet of exhibition space flowing through its lobby, staircases, and hallways. While it’s tempting to explore every corner upon arrival, you’ll want to get ready for the evening’s adventures. But don’t worry – you’ll be back.
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short drive South on 71 brings you to a city celebrated for its striking architecture, exceptional dining, luxury shopping, and world-class institutions. Unlike many cities undergoing rapid rejuvenation, Cincinnati seamlessly weaves its rich history into its modern appeal, honoring and preserving the character of each neighborhood. In Over-The-Rhine (OTR), once notorious for its challenges and violence, charming restaurants and upscale cocktail bars now thrive. Streets are lined with exposed brick facades and iconic fire escapes, showcasing old-world charm and sophistication. Designer boutiques and award-winning eateries occupy Italianate-style buildings preserved with their original, ornate details and elaborate cornices. Cincinnati is a little piece of San Francisco, a little slice of Brooklyn, and entirely its own spectacle. Though Cincinnati earned the title of “The Queen City” in 1819 for its stunning beauty, prosperity, and growth, over 200 years later, it remains as exquisite as ever, and it’s worth a weekend escape exploring this culturally-rich city we’re so fortunate to have so close to home.
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6:00 pm
The only thing better than going out for dinner is going out before dinner, too. Safi Wine Bar is a cozy, candlelit wine lounge by award-winning Chef Jose Salazer, and you won’t want to miss it. Enjoy Moroccan & Mediterranean-inspired small plates, curated cocktails, and a standout wine selection. And if the spring weather permits, settle into their patio with some fresh oysters.