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Walnut Hills Hotspot Stages Barbecue Lunch Comeback
Chef Jordan Anthony-Brown is firing The Aperture back up, but this time it is all about smoked meat and the midday crowd. Starting Thursday, the Walnut Hills spot reopens as The Aperture: Barbecue Edition with a soft launch and limited lunch service, a short-term pivot after the restaurant paused full operations at the end of 2025.
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What Is The Best Place to Get a Coffee?
In Loveland, we are fortunate enough to have multiple coffee and drink locations within reach; yet, I have found that there is only one that truly takes the cake. Some of us may assume that Mile 42 is the best coffee shop: it is in our town’s square, right next to the bike trail, and the prices are relatively reasonable. However, Mile 42 falls short in their cramminess and lack of sizes. They also have no drive-thru, so there is certainly room for improvement, convenience-wise. While Mile 42 is great, there are most definitely other coffee shops that shine brighter.
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Taking Flight: King Pigeon is set to close this month
CINCINNATI (WXIX) - King Pigeon, a cafe and cocktail bar in Walnut Hills, has become a hotspot for the Cincinnati community for more than two years. But now, this ever-loyal bird is ready to spread its wings and fly. King Pigeon, located at 2436 Gilbert Ave., says it will pour...
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This Historic Ohio Bar Has Been Pouring Drinks Since Before The Civil War
There’s a bar in Cincinnati that’s been serving drinks since before Abraham Lincoln was president, and somehow it’s still standing, still pouring, and still packed with people who appreciate the finer things in life like cold beer and hot food. Arnold’s Bar & Grill isn’t just old...
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Noah Smith Captures Lightning in a Bottle with New Live Release, "Skinny Pedal on the Right"
There is a specific kind of magic that happens when a road-worn band and a locked-in crowd meet in the middle of a song. Today, Cincinnati’s own Noah Smith invites the world into that moment with the release of "Skinny Pedal on the Right." . Listen to "Skinny Pedal on...
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Kickin' it with Ken: International Wine Festival happening March 5-7 at Cincinnati Convention Center
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Turn Up the Queen City: CincyMusic Weekend Concert Guide for March 6 - 8
Getting ready to head out in the Queen City this weekend? Whether you're hunting for your new favorite band or just looking for a great night out, Cincinnati’s music scene is packed with talent this weekend. From intimate acoustic sets to high-energy shows, there’s a rhythm for every listener.
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The Unassuming Ohio Diner That Serves Chili So Good It’ll Ruin You For All Others
There are moments in life when you taste something so perfect that it fundamentally changes your relationship with that food forever, and Blue Ash Chili in Blue Ash, Ohio is about to become one of those moments. The name might sound simple, almost too straightforward, but that’s exactly the point....
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New Lunken venue aiming for old glory, but will it have grilled cheese?
For nearly 90 years, Greater Cincinnatians flocked to the Sky Galley restaurant at Lunken Airport to dine, drink and watch airplanes come and go. With work finally underway to restore Lunken's shuttered terminal, Sky Galley will live again, albeit under a yet-to-be revealed name. Developer Guy van Rooyen is aiming for a high-end look and feel for the space, akin to Coppin's and Knowledge, the venues in his Hotel Covington project. "We expect this to be a very high-end facility," he said during a tour of the now-gutted East End building. That was Sky Galley, once upon a time. In 1953, then-owner John "Ollie" Swartz was serving lobster tail, flown in from South Africa, for $2.50 a plate, a Cincinnati Post story reported. When people can finally fly to the moon, the Post predicted, many "are going to enjoy having a last meal before leaving at Sky Galley." In 1958, T-bone steaks and organist Ruth Nagel won attention in an Enquirer story. Of note, part-owner and retired Cincinnati Reds pitcher Rube Bressler employed "10 attractive waitresses" for diners' enjoyment, The Enquirer reported. By 2019, Sky Galley was more of a spot for sandwiches and salads – but still popular enough
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The Aperture is back. Well, sort of. Here's the deal
Less than three months after temporarily shuttering his nationally recognized restaurant, The Aperture , chef Jordan Anthony-Brown will reopen it as a barbecue restaurant. At least for a while. And only for lunch. The Aperture: Barbecue Edition will have a soft opening from 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. (or until sellout) Thursday, March 5, and Friday, March 6. The new concept will not affect the operation of Etxe , the Basque steakhouse that has taken up residency in the Aperture space since it closed on Dec. 31, 2025. According to Etxe co-owner Heather Ashley, they still plan on staying in the Walnut Hills space through the fall of 2026. Starting next week, regular hours for The Aperture: Barbecue Edition will be 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Wednesday-Friday, Many Cincinnatians were shocked when Anthony-Brown announced he was temporarily shuttering The Aperture. The restaurant had opened to much fanfare in early 2024. In its short lifetime, it had made the New York Times’ Top 50 Restaurants in the U.S. list and USA Today’s 2025 Restaurants of the Year. Anthony-Brown was also named a semifinalist for the 2025 James Beard Award for Best Emerging Chef. “We have made the difficult but necessary decision to pause our present
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Movies and TV shows casting in Dayton
The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures attention starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities' Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of that journey.
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Who's Playing Out: Brought To You By Hall Around Town Radio March 5th of 2026
Presented by Scott Hall from “Hall Around Town Radio”. A little live music can turn an ordinary day into a memorable experience. The area's top musicians take center stage at some of the tri-states best restaurants and nightspots, bringing live music to our region nearly every night of the week. Make your first stop here weekly to find out “Who’s Playing Out” at one of our live local music venues.
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Cincinnati Museum Center to display national treasures as part of America 250 celebration
As the United States prepares to mark its 250th anniversary, the Cincinnati Museum Center is turning to its own collections to show how Cincinnati helped shape the nation’s earliest history. Two exhibitions opening July 3 at Union Terminal highlight artifacts and stories that connect the Ohio Valley to America’s...
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Everything you need to know about Bockfest 2026
CINCINNATI (WXIX) - Good riddance, winter, and hello, spring! Cincinnati’s Bockfest returns for its 34th year this weekend with the parade, 5K run and festivities. Since 1993, Cincinnatians have celebrated Bockfest with steins full of Christian Moerlein beer, German cuisine and quirky traditions that can only be found in the Queen City.