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July 30, 2008

Hot summer nights and days at the Dilly Deli

Be sure to check these new dates and items at the Dilly Deli in Mariemont. If you haven't had the opportunity to spend an evening at the bar and eatery this season, now is a good time to make a date.

Wine Spectator Award
For the second year in a row the Dilly Café Wines & Gourmet has received the "Two-Glass" award for "Best of Award of Excellence" from the Wine Spectator magazine.

There are only 802 Two-Glass winners worldwide (and only 73 Three-Glass "Grand Award" winners - none in the Tri-state). Thirteen of the 802 "Best" are in the three state area of Kentucky (1), Indiana (3), and Ohio (9).

Of the nine in Ohio, only two are in Cincinnati - the Dilly Café and Jean-Robert at Pigall's. Congratulations go to Burke, formerly of the Dilly, who is now managing Lavomatic downtown for Jean-Robert, and is also the Wine Director at Pigall's.

"(We) want to thank all of you for supporting us, and by your patronage allowing us to build this wine program to the level we can get this kind of accolade," Dilly Deli owners said. "(We) want to thank Kate, (our) associate here in the wine store, who put in a lot of hard work and hours in preparing the wine list and application for the Spectator program. And a nod goes to Burke Morton, who started us on this path several years ago and laid the foundation for our current success. And lastly, thanks go to Chef Eric Vice and the entire restaurant staff for raising the standards of food and service to complement the great wines."

The wine store is planning a server training program so it can bring tableside knowledge and presentation up to the level of its wine list. But the mission of bringing patrons great wine and food in a friendly, casual way will not change.

Red Head Ranch Winery Tasting
Thursday, August 7
Special Guests:
Owner Marilyn Ashkin, and
Winemaker Adam Bauman
6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
$30 per person

One of the best wineries in Paso Robles, Red Head Ranch was an instant favorite at the Wine Festival this year. When you taste these wines while talking with owner Marilyn Ashkin and winemaker Adam Bauman, you'll totally get it too. Good peeps, tremendous wine, you cannot go wrong. The line-up includes: Chenin Blanc, Pinot Noir, R3 (a Syrah based blend), Cabernet Sauvignon, the Old Bailey Cabernet Sauvignon, Zinfandel, Late Harvest Zinfandel ... with Chef Eric's tasty treats to munch while you taste. Make your reservations now by calling the wine shop 561-5233 (ask for Chuck or Kate), or just stop by.

BarrelHouse Beer Party
Thursday August 28
5 p.m. -9 p.m.

Contrary to persistant speculation, Cincinnati's own BarrelHouse Brewing Co. is NOT going out of business. Yes, that was the word earlier this spring, but BarrelHouse is back on track with a new Brewmaster, a new marketing plan, and a new investor. So as a result, the Dilly Deli is going to throw a huge party, Join the festivities Thursday, August 28 for a special event. Meet new Brewmaster Mike Osborne, drink all the beers and there is a special treat in store. The deli will be tapping the very first keg of the new BarrelHouse Oktoberfest in Cincinnati. You will be the very first in town to raise a pint of the new brew. Kick your Labor Day weekend off right, and get here on Thursday August 28.

Posted by johnston at 01:11 AM

July 14, 2008

Men need pedicures, too

If you are going anywhere near flip flops, a pedicure is mandatory!

It is also much more pleasant than going at your gnarled toenails yourself with clippers and a bar of Dial. That is where Tycoon Harry's Grooming for Men comes into play.

Tycoon Harry's will fix your foot faux pas. Your feet will be soaked and scrubbed, buffed with a file to smooth rough skin, then your nails will be clipped and cuticles pushed back. A hot towel rub down and a foot and leg massage will end your treatment.

"We abuse our feet to no end, it is really important to take care of them," Tycoon Harry's owner Jennifer Fetchko says.

The process is simple.

The time : 45 minutes

The cost : $40

The frequency : once a month

The result: priceless

For a more detailed menu, please visit our website at Tycoonharrys.com or stop in the salon for a tour. Call 513-272-0957 to set up an appointment.

Posted by johnston at 11:10 PM