Historical Christian Moerlein Brewery Reopens at The Banks in Cincinnati

After spending a beautiful day along the Banks of Cincinnati, I was ready for an outside table at  Moerlein Lager House.  With views along the…

Buckeye Winery in Newark, Ohio

Passing through Newark on my way home from Pennsylvania, I stopped by Buckeye Winery to pick up a couple of bottles of fruit wine and…

The Vault Wine Bar: Eclectic Menu and Extensive Wine List

Running in from the rain, I entered The Vault Wine Bar and was pleasantly surprised by the beautiful interior that was formerly a bank.  Located…

Caesar’s Creek Vineyards in Xenia

Rows of young vines bordered the gravel drive leading to the pole barn of Caesar’s Creek Vineyards.  I left a cloud of dust behind me,…

Halliday’s Winery in Lake Milton, Ohio

While driving to Pennsylvania to visit my brother and his family, I would notice several road signs advertising the wineries of northeast Ohio.  I was…

Deed’s Carillon, A Dayton, Ohio Landmark

Approaching Carillon Historical Park on a beautiful Sunday afternoon, I could hear the Westminster chimes tolling from the Deeds Carillon.  The spectacular sounds of “Over…

The Historic Carew Tower of Cincinnati

When I first moved to Cincinnati, I worked downtown for a contract research organization, Kendle International.  The company had offices on several floors of the…

The Historical Simon Kenton Inn in Springfield, Ohio

Growing up in Springfield, I was well aware of several historical names associated with my town.  From George Rogers Clark to Shawnee chief, Tecumseh, one…

Hathaway’s Diner, Then and Now

Update:  Please note that Hathaway’s has now closed. My first experience at Hathaway’s Diner was more of a Cincinnati induction than a breakfast.  It was…

Five Tips for Saving Money on Your Next Flight

I recently learned that Tuesdays are the best day to purchase airline tickets.  But did you also know that flying on Wednesdays will reduce your…