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December 2014

Cincinnati Museum Center Mummies of the World: The Exhibition

Mayor’s Welcome Dear Visitor: On behalf of the citizens of Cincinnati, I am honored to invite you to our great city.

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Winter is an especially great time to visit our city. In addition to the buzz of the crowds excited about the holiday season, Cincinnati has several special attractions at this time of the year. They include the ice skating rink and large holiday tree at Fountain Square, the Duke Energy holiday toy train display at Museum Center at Union Terminal, the Festival of Lights at the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, and many more!

Key Magazine Cincinnati is a great resource for learning about the many attractions we have to offer. With world-class museums and theaters, one of the top five zoos in the nation, touring Broadway productions and incredible architecture, Cincinnati has something for everyone to enjoy.

Cincinnati will soon play host to the 2015 Major League Baseball All-Star Game, adding to the list of high-profile, large events that have called our city home. We are honored to welcome thousands of convention visitors to our city each year, and know that your decision to visit the Queen City will not leave you disappointed.

I am confident you will enjoy your stay in Cincinnati. Please enjoy our hospitality, sample our many amenities and have a wonderful time.

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OFFICIAL CITY GUIDE

VOL. 71

NO. 10

Wishing you a happy and safe holiday

DECEMBER 2014

Mayor’s Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Cover story. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 What’s Going On. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Hotel of the Month . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Restaurant of the Month. . . . . . . . . 12 Hot Spot of the Month . . . . . . . . . . 13 Shopping Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Greater Cincinnati Area Map. . . . 16-17 Downtown Map. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18-19 Over The Rhine Map. . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Over The Rhine Dining . . . . . . . . . . 21 Downtown Dining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Northern Dining. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Kentucky Dining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Business of the Month . . . . . . . . . . 26 Antique Shops. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Art Galleries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Southbank Shuttle Map . . . . . . . . . 30

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Cover Story

Mummies visiting Greater Cincinnati

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es, mummies! Lots of them. In fact, you will find the world’s largest collection of mummies ever assembled, now at the Cincinnati Museum Center.

The nationally acclaimed Mummies of the World: The Exhibition has been called “magical and mythical” by the New York Times. More than 1.2 million visitors have experienced the exhibition, which includes mummies and artifacts from different eras and cultures dating from millennia past. The exhibit features both naturally and inten-

tionally preserved mummies.

The collection includes more than 150 specimens and artifact objects associated with the preserved bodies, including 45 human and animal mummies. The exhibit delves into the scientific study of mummies and provides a window into the lives of ancient peoples who practiced the “art” of mummification. Mummies and artifacts from the burial process are from South America, Europe and ancient Egypt. Amulets, statuary and tools used for mummification are part of the exhibit.

Attendees will see advances made in the scientific methods used to study mummies, including computer tomography (CT), analysis of ancient DNA and radiocarbon dating. The exhibit explains what a mummy is, and how mummification occurs, both through intentional and natural processes.

Mummies have been found in bogs, caves, cellars, deserts, crypts, pyramids, and in environments all over the globe.

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with 3D animations, providing opportunity to learn how bodies are preserved in natural environments and by human assistance. An interactive world map shows the locales and environments where mummies have been found.

Mummies of the World is an incredible glimpse into the fascinating mummification process that occurs in nature and the history of science, anatomy and medicine across the globe. Douglass W. McDonald, president and CEO of the Cincinnati Museum Center states, “We are so happy to bring this top-notch traveling exhibition to our region inviting visitors to come face-to-face with mummies presented from so many distinctive parts of the world.”

Among specimens are: the Nes-Hor and Nes-Min priests, who lived in the Ptolemaic period (225-195 BC); animal mummies of Egypt, dating to 325 BC; the Vac Mummies, a mummified family from Hungary, believed to have died from tuberculosis; Baron Von Holz, a German noble found tucked away in a family crypt of a 14th century castle, he wearing fine leather boots for the occasion; and the MUMAB, aka the Maryland Mummy, a modern-day “ancient mummy,” created by scientists in 1994, using the same methods and techniques as Egyptians did more than 3,000 years ago.

“Most people think mummies come from Egypt and are wrapped, but mummies come from all over the world,” stated Marcus Corwin, of American Exhibitors, Inc. “The exhibition is…providing insight into the lives and cultures of these ancient peoples. Inside every mummy is a story waiting to be told, and Mummies of the World is here to tell those stories.”

Mummies of the World will be on display throughout December and into 2015. Cincinnati is the 11th stop on an American tour of the exhibit.

What’s Going On ARONOFF CENTER FOR THE ARTS 650 Walnut Street Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-621-2787 (ARTS) The Nutcracker Jazzed Up!: 11/28-12/6] Elf: 12/2-12/7 Ignite: Spark: 12/7 The Irish Tenors: The Premiere Irish Holiday Celebration Tour: 12/9 Brian Regan Live Comedy Tour: 12/11 Celebrated Silence: 12/13 Straight No Chaser - The Happy Hour Tour: 12/13 ART BEYOND BOUNDARIES GALLERY 1410 Main St. Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-421-8726 Changing Perceptions: Merge: 11/21-1/16/15 BELTERRA CASINO & HOTEL 777 Belterra Drive Florence, Indiana 47020 812-427-7777 Michael McDonald: 12/13 Herman’s Hermits: 12/30 BOGART’S 2621 Vine St. Cincinnati, OH 45219 513-872-8801 Halestorm: 12/1 Every Time I Die & The Ghost Inside: 12/3 Monster Energy Outbreak Tour Presents Attila: 12/7 Nothing More: 12/11 Steel Panther: All You Can Eat Tour: 12/12 101.1 The Wiz - ‘Nati Christmas 2014 Featuring Migos, Rae Strum & More: 12/14 Frankie Ballard - Light ‘Em Up Tour pres. by Ones to Watch

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December CINCINNATI BALLET COMPANY 1555 Central Parkway Cincinnati, OH 45214 513-621-5219 Frisch’s Presents The Nutcracker: 12/19-12/27

CINCINNATI PLAYHOUSE IN THE PARK 962 Mt. Adams Circle Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-421-3888 (Box Office) Tenderly: Rosemary Clooney: 12/2, 12/4-12/7, 12/9-12/14, 12/16-12/23, 12/26-12/28, 12/30-12/31 A Christmas Carol: 12/4-12/7, 12/11-12/14, 12/16-12/23, 12/26-12/28 CINCINNATI POPS ORCHESTRA 1241 Elm Street Cincinnati, OH 45202 General Information: 513-6211919 or Box Office: 513-3813300 Holiday Pops at Music Hall: 12/5-12/14 CINCINNATI SHAKESPEARE COMPANY 719 Race Street Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-381-2273 The Comedy of Errors: 11/2112/13 Every Christmas Story Ever Told (And Then Some!): 12/17-12/28 CINCINNATI SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA 1241 Elm Street Cincinnati, OH 45202 KEYCINCINNATI.COM 7

What’s Going On General Information: 513-6211919 or Box Office: 513-3813300 Nothing in December CINCINNATI ZOO 3400 Vine Street Cincinnati, OH 45220 513-281-4700 PNC Festival of Lights: 11/221/3/15 CONTEMPORARY ARTS CENTER 44 E. 6th St. Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-345-8400 Taiyo Onorato & Nico Krebs: 9/12-2/22/15 Peggy Crawford: 9/12-2/22/15 Memory Palace: 9/12-2/22/15 Based on a True Story: 11/1-

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3/22/15 Unmade: 11/1-3/22/15 ENSEMBLE THEATRE CINCINNATI 1127 Vine St. Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-421-3555 Sleeping Beauty: 12/3-1/4/15 FUNNY BONE COMEDY CLUB 1 Levee Way Newport, Kentucky 41071 859-957-2000 Kevin Nealon: 12/5-12/6 Rich Guzzi: 12/11-12/14 Gary Owen: 12/18-12/21 Dave Landau: 12/26-12/28 New Year’s Eve with Dave Landau: 12/31

GO BANANAS COMEDY CLUB 8410 Market Place Lane Cincinnati, OH 45242 513-984-9288 Tom Simmons: 12/4-12/7 Mike Lukas: 12/11-12/14 Dave Waite: 12/18-12/21 Mike Cody & Gabe Kea: 12/26-12/28 New Year’s Eve with Robert Hawkins: 12/31 KROHN CONSERVATORY 1501 Eden Park Drive Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-421-4086 Krohn Holiday Show: Magic & Mistletoe: 11/15-1/4/15

What’s Going On MILLER GALLERY 2715 Erie Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45208 513-871-4420 Otto Lange, Eric Joyner and John Whipple-HAPPYLAND KINGDOM, or Donuts, Dogs & Misfits: 12/1-12/30 MUSIC HALL 1241 Elm St. Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-621-2787 (ARTS) Holiday Pops: 12/5-12/14 Happy Holidays with the MIghty Wurlitzer: 12/11 NEWPORT AQUARIUM 1 Aquarium Way Newport, KY 41071 Scuba Santa’s Water Wonderland: 12/1-1-1/15

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REDSFEST Duke Energy Convention Center 525 Elm Street Cincinnati, OH 12/5-6 SYMPHONY HOTEL 210 W. 14th St. Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-721-3353 Wine and chocolate pairing (6-9pm)...Shalini Latour Chocolates available for purchase: 12/12 Join Ginny Tonic from Tonic Tours and learn to create your own custom cocktails: 12/17 7 p.m.

New Year’s Eve Dinner $65 per person: 12/31 Every Wednesday holiday beer tastings, 6-8 p.m.

TAFT MUSEUM OF ART 316 Pike St. Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-241-0343 Paris Night & Day: Masterworks of Photography from Atget to Man Ray: 10/31/11/15 Black, White, and Iconic: Photographs from Local Collections: 10/17-1/11/15 Antique Christmas: 11/71/4/1/15 TAFT THEATER 317 E. 5th St. Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-232-6220 The Snow Queen: 12/5-12/7, 12/13 A Johnnyswim Christmas: 12/10 The Steeldrivers: 12/11

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What’s Going On The Head and the Heart: 12/12 Over the Rhine: 12/20 U.S. BANK ARENA 100 Broadway Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-421-4111 Trans-Siberian Orchestra: 12/12 WWE Holiday Tour: 12/27 Harlem Globetrotters: 12/30

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3rd Annual League for Animal Welfare fundraiser: 12/28 WESTON ART GALLERY 650 Walnut St. Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-977-4165 Tim Rietenbach: The Man: 12/5-2/22/15 John Kortlander: Deus Otiosus: 12/5-2/22/15 Joyce Phillips Young: Spirit Moves: 12/5-2/22/15

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here is a lot to love about the newly renovated Hyatt Regency hotel on 5th Street in Cincinnati’s downtown grid. The hotel chain spent $10 million+ to renovate all rooms and public spaces, while adding the Red Roost Tavern, a market area, Starbucks and a lobby library.

The makeover has transformed the hotel to one of the City’s gems for guests coming to the city.

“There is so much to be excited about at this hotel, and our guests appreciate the quality of the experience here,” said Kenneth Mendelsohn, manager of the restaurant and market areas of the hotel. The renovation included all guest rooms, where new mattresses and furnishings add to the comfort of every guest.

Mendelsohn noted features that hotel guests appreciate, even though they may go unnoticed. “We have the fastest wireless in the downtown area,” he said. That’s a simple thing, but guests appreciate the convenience and quality of the wi-fi experience at the Hyatt.

The hotel installed a salt-water system for the heated indoor pool, making the pool experience a cut above the norm. “Saline is better on the skin.

It gives the same chemical effect (as chlorine), but it’s much softer and gentler. It takes more effort and expense on our part, but it’s better for our guests. So we do it.”

The fitness center and business center were also renovated. Both are open 24/7, and attract guests at all hours of the day and night. The fitness center is equipped with elliptical machines, treadmills, free weights and more, along with HDTV screens to make the exercise routine more enjoyable.

Jena Owens, greeter The lobby area is designed to provide convenience and choice to guests. The library features hundreds of current books that guests can read in the comfort of the library, off the lobby, or take to their rooms.

For late arrivals or early risers, there’s room service until midnight and Starbucks opens at 6 a.m. The Red Roost Tavern opens at 6:30 a.m., and is a full-service breakfast-lunch-dinner restaurant. The eatery was founded on farm-totable philosophy. On the menu, there’s a list of the purveyors who supply the restaurant, which lives by a commitment to “food thoughtfully sourced, carefully served.” Mendelsohn said his favorite is the fig flatbread, featuring boursin, walnuts, spinach and a port reduction, along with the figs. The restaurant is know for its crab cakes, and dishes made from local produce, such as pan-seared squash gnocchi, pumpkin ravioli, and beer-braised beef short ribs.

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Brunch at Via Vite a weekend affair

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n Greater Cincinnati, Fountain Square is the epicenter…where you’ll find Via Vite restaurant and a weekend brunch like no other.

Via Vite’s brunch is special in many ways, being offered Saturday and Sunday, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m…two days, and longer hours than most. The real distinction is to be found on the menu of this popular Italian restaurant. The selections allow for modest appetites to hearty eaters, all with an Italian twist.

“Via Vite prides itself on being the most authentic Italian experience available in Greater Cincinnati,” says Shawn McCabe, private events manager at the restaurant. “We utilize the absolute freshest ingredients, we have a scratch daily kitchen with the finest culinary talent, directed hands-on by Chef Cristian Pietoso, as well as Joel Werner, chef de cuisine.”

So what will you find on this remarkable brunch menu? The standout favorite, according to McCabe, is the Tuscan breakfast: a plate of pork belly, fagioli (beans, Italian style), fried egg and grilled bread.

Now that’s Italian!

From left, Chef Cristian Pietoso and Joel Werner, chef de cuisine in the Via Vite kitchen.

Another dish in the hearty category is the goetta hash, combining deeply Cincinnati (the goetta) with especially Tuscan Italian (the hash). The hash is near and dear to Chef Cristian Pietoso’s heart, he having grown up on it in his native Tuscany.

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either your age nor your gender will stop you from having a great time at EnterTrainment Junction. From small girls, ‘tweens, teens, moms and grandmas and, from little lads to dads, uncles and grandpas too.

Trains? Yes, trains—ninety of them in all! The building houses the world’s largest train display: 25,000 square feet (1/2 of a football field!) done in eye-popping intricacy to detail. A funhouse or fantasyland is also at EnterTrainment Junction, not just trains. “What we are focused on is a family entertainment center and museum, where everybody of all ages will find things to excite and interest them,” said Don Oeters, president and creative inspiration behind EnterTrainment Junction.

That is what Key magazine found, with features that will tickle even socially-absorbed teenagers mesmerized by smart-phones and tweets and selfies. It’s like Coney Island when you were a kid—non-stop fun stuff to do!

This place is seriously incredible. There is a Clown College, a Tilt Room, where balls roll uphill and people feel the disorientation of a world on a slant; the Curtain Cove, where slatted curtains divide chambers and you become lost in the maze and left to find the way out. Take a trip through the universe, where a spiral tunnel with lights will have you holding on to railings for fear of falling into deep space, and the claustrophobia “squeeze” that is a badge of honor to go through, and great fun too.

This time of year, there’s also a trip to see Santa. The trip takes you through Mrs. Claus’ kitchen, and a fresh-baked cookie for each child, and send them on to the elves toyshop, past the

reindeer and into Santa. Also, the largest holiday season train display is available to the public free of charge. It’s spectacular!

Hungry? The café at EnterTrainment Junction has subs, pizzas, hot dogs, snacks, drinks and more. There’s also a gift shop and toy store, where the toys and gifts are in a class by themselves, not to be found at the giant big-box retailers.

More about the trains: the layout has attracted kids and adults who love trains from allover, including all 50 states and 37 countries. Kids (and adults) can also take part in six different scavenger hunts. Almost every detail of the layout is hand-made, with more than 100,000 hours in construction and journey from the 1860s to the 1950s.

Through the layout, you’ll see a Union army encampment of the American Civil War with historical detail, including a trestle bridge burned by rebels, and rebuilt by Union troops in nine days.

All this while trains of the era chug along, supported by sound effects that take you back in time.

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Kenwood Towne Center 7875 Montgomery Road Cincinnati, OH 513-745-9100

Tri-County Mall 11700 Princeton Pike Cincinnati, OH 513-671-0120

Eastgate Mall 4601 Eastgate Blvd Cincinnati, OH

Newport on the Levee 1 Levee Way Newport, KY 866-538-3359 Northgate Mall 9501 Colerain Avenue Cincinnati, OH 513-385-5600

Voice of America Centre 7598 Voice of America Drive West Chester, OH 513-792-5000 OUTLET MALLS

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Over The Rhine Dining Symphony Hotel & Restaurant 210 W. 14th St., Cincinnati, OH 45202 (513)721-3353 The 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 suggested, but walk-ins are welcome if available.

A Tavola Bar and Trattoria 1220 Vine St, Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-246-0192 A Tavola serves up hand made, wood-fired Neapolitan pizza, great wines, craft beer, and craft cocktails.

Abigail Street 1214 Vine Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-421-4040 Wine bar, mediterranean food, tapas.

Bakersfield OTR 213 Vine St, Cincinnati, OH

45202 513- 579-0446 Bakersfield throws down Mexican-influenced street fare with a focus on tacos, tequilas, and whiskeys.

The Eagle OTR 1342 Vine St, Cincinnati, OH 45217 513-802-5007 American food and bar, perfect for a date night or just hanging with friends.

Nicola’s Ristorante 1420 Sycamore St, Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-721-6200 Fine dining Italian restaurant with a warm and accommodating atmostphere.

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12/31: New Year’s Eve Dinner $65 per person Every Wednesday holiday beer tastings, 6-8 p.m.

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Downtown / Clifton Dining Mecklenburg Gardens 302 E. University Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45219 German & American cuisine, authentic German ‘Bier Garden’ since 1865.

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, 859-344-5333 Cincinnati’s famous rib joint!

AMBAR INDIA 350 Ludlow Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45220 513-281-7000 A modest venue providing Northern Indian fare, including tandoori dishes, along with beer & wine.

Dusmesh Indian Restaurant 944 Ludlow Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45220 513-221-8900 Elephant Walk 170 W McMillan St., Cincinnati, OH 45219 513-709-8241 Palomino 505 Vine Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-381-1300 A vibrant “Urban Italian” restaurant.

Nada 600 Walnut St., Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-721-NADA Ingredient-driven, contemporary Mexican cuisine.

Crave 175 Joe Nuxhall Way, Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-241-8600 Crave offers vibrant, American cuisine and sushi, perfect for any occasion.

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Lucy Blue Pizza 1126 Main St Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-381-3747 Fresh, great tasting pizza served late into the night. Beer and wine availalbe, and the new expanded menu includes salads and sandwiches.

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Northern Dining Season’s 52 3819 Edwards Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45209 513-631-5252.

A fresh gill and wine bar restaurant. Rotating menu of seasonal American dishes alongside international wines in an upscale setting.

KANAK INDIA RESTAURANT 10040B Montgomery Rd. Cincinnati, OH 45242 513-793-6800.

Easy going eatery offering familiar Indian fare, including curries, tandoori and a daily lunch buffet.

BABA INDIA RESTAURANT 3120 Madison Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45209 513-321-1600.

Lunch buffet and large menu of vegetarian-friendly and tandoori options.

513-488-1110 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.

Barresi’s 4111 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.

Silver Spring House 8322 East Kemper Rd., Cincinnati, Oh 45249 513-489-7044 A fun and relaxing restaurant and bar, famous for its “Cincinnati’s Best” citrus marinated grilled chicken, great atmosphere, open air dining, and amazing service.

Cooper’s Hawk Winery 8080 Montgomery Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45236

Stone Creek Dining Company 6200 Muhlhauser Rd West Chester, OH 45069 513-942-2100 Innovative cuisine in an upscale casual atmosphere, offering American fare such as steaks, pastas, chicken, and fish with their own special twist.

Trio Bistro 7565 Kenwood Rd Cincinnati, OH 45236 513-984-1905 A diverse menu features great steaks, fresh seafood, specialty pizzas and an array of other amazing dishes; every dish is a treat for the eyes and the palette.

Rudino’s 9730 Montgomery Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45242 513-791-7833 Rudino’s mixes their love of sports with award-winning pizzas and grinders.

Aladdin’s Eatery 9344 Union Centre Blvd., West Chester, OH 45069 513-874-1302

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Kentucky Dining Strasse Haus 630 Main St., Covington, Ky 41011 859-261-1199 Reasonable priced bar food including homemade German fare. Live music nightly.

Guru India 2303 Buttermilk Crossing, Crescent Springs, KY 41011 859-341-5858 Mouth watering, delightful clay-oven specialties.

Riverfront Pizza offers gourmet Italian food that will satisfy your appetite.

Zola 626 Main St., Covington, Ky 41011 859-261-7510 Known for its burgers, wings and grouper sandwich, Zola offers a full menu and daily specials.

Pompilio’s 600 Washington Ave., Newport, KY 41071 859-581-3065 Pompilio’s has been serving the tri-state area homecooked Italian meals for 80 consecutive years!

Riverfront Pizza 617 W. 3rd Covington, KY 41011 859-261-4800 Whether you’re craving carry out pizza, pasta, chicken parmesan with spaghetti, a fresh salad, or a hoagie,

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Appointments: Unique gifts, personals for the holidays

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ith the holidays barreling down upon us, visitors to Greater Cincinnati may want to plan on a trip to Appointments in the very heart of downtown Cincinnati. Appointments is that special kind of shop with quality gifts you will not find in many places.

Ask to see the exquisitely crafted Cross Botanicals— upscale pens featuring floral patterns on the barrel of the pen, engraved into the surface

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and lacquered to protect the beauty. Cross has been a leading name in writing instruments for generations, and has served as a “special occasion” gift for decades.

You may want to consider the hottest thing in professional and personal accessories of the luggage variety. The pieces are done in waxed canvas with leather trim, and they are the rage among professionals. The bags are made in the USA, and they feature great style, offering

the perfect balance between business and personal carry items.

There’s a large selection of leather-bound goods for a variety of uses among professionals and lifestyle consumers. There are finely tooled leather day planners and pads, briefcases, computer totes, messenger bags and satchels and travel kits for toiletries. “All of these items are finely made by the top names in the leather goods business, and a good value too,” said Douglas Kennedy, owner of Appointments.

Kennedy’s all-leather luggage goods are made by Johnston & Murphy. The genuine leather brief cases, laptop totes and leather document cases are of exceptional quality, and the perfect statement for professional types on the go and the climb— also great stocking stuffers or under-the-tree items.

The Key magazine team promises you’ll find a varied, exotic, interesting selection of items, and nobody else in Greater Cincinnati has such a collection under one roof.

In addition to the Cross Botanicals, Appointments carries a fantastic line of writing implements—yes, pens, exquisite and of the fountain variety, but also ball-points, fiber tips, mechanical pencils and the like—targeting writing aficionados of all inks.

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Area Antique Shops Grand Antique Mall 9701 Reading Road Cincinnati, OH 513-554-1919

Covered Bridge Antique Mall 7508 Hamilton Ave Cincinnati, OH 513- 521-5739

Design Smith Gallery 1342 Main St. Cincinnati, OH 513- 403-2382

Duck Creek Antique Mall 3715 Madison Rd Cincinnati, OH 513-321-0900

Bromwell’s 117 West Fourth Street Cincinnati, OH 513-621-0620

English Traditions Inc. 2041 Madison Rd. Cincinnati, OH 513-321-4730

Wooden Nickel Antiques 1410 Central Pkwy Cincinnati, OH 513-241-2985

Federation Antiques 2701 Observatory Ave Cincinnati, OH 513-321-2671

Ohio Valley Antique Mall 7285 Dixie Highway (Rte. 4) Fairfield, OH

Ferguson’s Antique Mall 4939 Glenway Ave Cincinnati, OH 513-921-1111

The Antiques Warehouse Camp Washington Cincinnati, OH 513-319-5405

Riverside Centre Antique Mall 513-321-1430 3742 Kellogg Ave. Cincinnati, OH

Area Art Galleries 5th Street Gallery 55 West 5th Street Cincinnati, OH 45202-2801 513-579-9333 Carl Solway Gallery 424 Findlay Street Cincinnati, OH 45214 513-621-0069 The Carnegie 1028 Scott Blvd Covington, KY 41011 859-491-2030 DAAP Galleries 2624 Clifton Ave Cincinnati, OH 45221 513-556-2839 Eisele Gallery of Fine Art 5729 Dragon Way Cincinnati, OH 45227 (513) 791-7717

Gallery Veronique The Shops at Harper’s Point 11324 Montgomery Road Cincinnati, OH 45249 513-530-5379 Kennedy Heights Art Center 6546 Montgomery Rd. Cincinnati, OH 45213 513-631-4278 Malton Gallery 3804 Edwards Road Cincinnati, OH 45209 513-321-8614

Miller Gallery 2715 Erie Avenue Hyde Park Square Cincinnati, OH 45208 513-871-4420 Phyllis Weston Gallery 2005 1/2 Madison Rd. Cincinnati, OH 45208 513-321-5200 Weston Art Gallery 650 Walnut Street Cincinnati, OH 45202-2517 513-977-4165

The Marta Hewett Gallery The Annex 1310 Pendleton St. at the Pendleton Art Center Cincinnati, OH 45202 513-281-2780

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