Arthur’s
Arthur’s in Hyde Park thought they’d re-open this weekend after their fire. But the phone message at the restaurant says they’re now shooting for Feb. 4.
Posted: 1/27/2011 11:40 AM in Campbell’s Scoop
Restaurant to be named
Here’s the story about the new restaurant that will be part of the Launch/Lunar complex on Elm St. that Jimmy Gibson’s involved in. BTW: Lunar has a bunch of cool private rooms with sleek space-age furniture and windows out over the street. But I think...
Posted: 1/27/2011 11:08 AM in Campbell’s Scoop
Another taco truck
Taco Azul, a 21-foot taco restaurant on wheels, will join the city’s mobile food truck fleet this spring. Gary Sims had originally hoped to start operating his truck a year ago, but just like restaurants, food trucks take longer to get ready to go than...
Posted: 1/27/2011 10:53 AM in Campbell’s Scoop
Review: Henry’s Puffy Tacos (San Antonio)
I’m in San Antonio for a couple of days, and I decided that while I was here, I wanted to try puffy tacos. I’ll admit– I saw it on a Throwdown episode (I don’t think Bobby won), and I figured I could go for dinner on my way from the airport. So after...
Posted: 1/27/2011 10:26 AM in wine me, dine me
Mt. Adams Fish House closed
The front door of the Mt. Adams Fish House has a sign: closed. It was owned by the same folks who own Apsara (now closed), the Celestial and Teak Thai (right across the street). There is a rumor that a Mexican restaurant will go in to replace it. Any...
Posted: 1/26/2011 3:26 PM in wine me, dine me
Review: Bouquet
Covington has such an abundance of adorable, quirky, unique dining experiences. As many of them have gone smoke-free, The Better Half and I are making a point to visit more of them. One night, we noticed that Bouquet had openings for the time we wanted...
Posted: 1/26/2011 3:15 PM in wine me, dine me
Recipe: Spicy Noodles
Spicy NoodlesServes 4This delicious dish takes some prep work but is well worth the effort. When working with lemongrass, remember to use only the lower bulb of the stalk, and remove the tough outer leaves before chopping. I normally buy fresh lemong...
Posted: 1/26/2011 5:49 AM in The Veggie Option
The Pioneer Woman
I see that Ree Drummond, known by the name of her blog, The Pioneer Woman, will be at Joseph-Beth on February 18. She’ll be signing her new book Pioneer Woman: Black Heels to Tractor Wheels–A Love Story. Her blog is popular, for good reason. She’s got...
Posted: 1/25/2011 6:03 PM in Campbell’s Scoop
A Followup to Mangoes
Yesterday’s post was so much fun– I love hearing your stories about words and food (keep them coming!). Apparently Albert Pyle from the Mercantile Library ( one of my favorite places in town, and Pyle is also known as Dr. Know to Cincinnati Magazine readers)...
Posted: 1/25/2011 10:08 AM in wine me, dine me
Dumbest Press Release–ever
I got this today: “Joey’s Chestnut’s Top Ten Tips for Super Bowl Eating.” Joey Chestnut being the Major League Eating champ who can eat 68 hot dogs in 10 minutes. His helpful suggestions include “Limit Beer and Alcohol Intake.” “Stay Standing,” “Dunk...
Posted: 1/24/2011 3:44 PM in Campbell’s Scoop