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August 07, 2007

Come thirsty and bring your friends

No doubt, it has been hot. Very, very hot. But it was just a few months ago we were all anticipating the warmer weather in lieu of the frigid conditions that seemed to go on and on.

But the heavy heat by no means should keep people indoors.

On Tuesday, Aug. 14, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., the Dilly Deli is inviting everyone to venture out of their air conditioned homes and enjoy some fine, cold brews. The occasion will be the Ommegang/Moortgat Beer Event. Duvel Moortgat is the parent company of a bevy of fine breweries - Duvel, Maredsous, Rodenbach, and LaChouffe in Belgium, as well as the Belgian-inspired Brewery Ommegang in Cooperstown, NY. Joining the Dilly Deli for this event will be John Mediate, National Sales Manager for Duvel Moortgat USA.

The planned draft line-up is: Ommegeddon Funkhouse Ale, Ommegang Three Philosophers, Ommegang Hennepin, Rodenbach, Maredsous 8 and McChouffe.

"To my knowledge, this could be the most comprehensive tasting of our draught lineup ever,“ Mediate said.

This event is pay as you go event.

“If the weather is good we'll split the crowd between the bar and the outside patio,“ owners of the Dilly Deli said.

The party will go until 9 p.m., or until the beer runs out. And if the weather keeps up with this intense heat, it will probably be the latter.

Posted by johnston at 12:42 AM

Vietri hand-crafted decor a staple for The Shop Around the Corner

Vietri has made a name for itself as being a leader in selling some of the finest handmade items for the home. And if anyone possesses a palate for good taste in home decor, it is Tiffany Richardson, proprietor or The Shop Around the Corner in Mariemont.

The two companies have consummated a marriage that should make patrons of The Shop happy. The weekend of Sept. 7, 8 and 9, Richardson will be hosting a "Vietri Event" where representatives from Vietri will be present to discuss their product and officering 15 percent discount on special orders.

The Shop Around the Corner does offer the largest in-stock selection of tabletop accessories by Vietri in the area, ranging in items such as plates, tableware, silverware, ceramic platters and more.

“Our products are handmade by skilled Italian craftsmen using centuries-old techniques, classic Italian design and an uncompromising commitment to quality,” according to the Web site www.vietri.com

The Shop Around the Corner will also soon be featured as the store of the month on Vietri's Web site.

"This is a big deal for us," Richardson said.

On another note, The Shop is also starting to unveil its Fall items and will continue to usher in decorations for the upcoming season and into the holiday season. And a large shipment of Pinecone Hill products, which include bedding, quilts, sheets, pajamas and pillow shams, will soon be arriving.

Posted by johnston at 12:01 AM