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Senate opens today in the Over-the-Rhine

Many Cincinnatians can now begin to understand the long journey that most candidates go through to get to Senate. The hotly anticipated new gastropub opens in the Gateway Quarter today and by all accounts it should live up to the high expectations that the Cincinnati community has set for it.

UrbanCincy was invited to a preview event earlier this week and while the food and drinks were only samples of what Senate promises to offer going forward, the glimpse we got at the atmosphere made the trip very worthwhile. With simple lines and candle light, the sense one gets when walking in the door is both comforting and sophisticated at the same time. All in all, the room is relatively small but very warm and welcoming, as are the large windows along Vine Street that will be opened in warmer months.

Senate joins Lavomatic in the ever-changing and growing Gateway Quarter district of the historic Over-the-Rhine neighborhood. Be sure to go down and check out what Senate has to offer this weekend…maybe even drop by on your way to the Shepard Fairey opening night party at the CAC.

Senate Menu photograph by Julie Niesen.

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This Week in Soapbox – 2/16

This Week in Soapbox UrbanCincy has the following six stories that you must check out. Read about the changes happening in OTR’s Gateway Quarter, AIA’s Broadway Commons casino charrette, the new Twin Bistro in Covington, Daisy Maes Market’s new healthy program, Cincinnati’s ongoing urban planning, and the sustainability efforts in Cincinnati as led by UC.

If you’re interested in staying in touch with some of the latest development news in Cincinnati please check out this week’s stories and sign up for the weekly E-Zine sent out by Soapbox Cincinnati. Also be sure to become a fan of Soapbox on Facebook!

TWIS 2/16/10:

  • Shaking things up in the Gateway Quarter of Over-the-Rhine – full article
  • AIA to lead Broadway Commons casino charrette – full article
  • Twin Bistro opens restaurant in heart of Covington – full article
  • Daisy Maes Market brings on Healthy Breaks – full article
  • What is Cincinnati’s best laid plan? (feature story) – full article
  • Sustainability 101: UC Heads the Class (feature story) – full article
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Dinner options expanding in downtown Cincinnati

Over the course of the past month or so, Cincinnati’s urban core has seen a nice expansion in the seemingly always desired dinner options, especially as it relates to dining during the week. This is definitely a most welcome development as many places tend to cater to the business lunch crowd, only to then shut their doors on the people that live in the city.

More evening options as it relates to dining should be in direct correlation with the amount of people that are living downtown and in the larger urban core (including Nky). The development is not surprising, but is most welcome by residents.

A few of the openings and additional hours include the following:

  • Its Just Crepes has opened a second location at 151 West 4th Street.
  • Mr. Sushi recently opened in the 580 building along 6th Street in the Backstage District.
  • Mayberry, the well documented creation of Chef Josh Campbell, recently expanded their hours to include dinner options with hours lasting until 7pm now.
  • Another well documented establishment, Senate, will be opening on February 19 in the Gateway Quarter which will add yet another weekday dining option to downtown.

As the repopulation of our city center continues, there will be more and more options for residents to choose from as it relates to dining and other consumer based spending. These recent developments are definitely another step in the right direction as we work through a difficult economy and the winter weather months in Cincinnati.

The dinner table is set at Mayberry in downtown Cincinnati – photo by 5chw4r7z

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Melt’s new brunch offerings a smash hit

Due to an “overwhelming response” to Melt Eclectic Deli’s new Sunday brunch hours (10am to 3pm), owner Lisa Kagen says that they will be increasing staff and prep, and plan on rotating the brunch menu on a monthly basis.

February’s Sunday brunch menu includes vegan options like the Tofu Corquettes with creamy chipotle sauce, Smokey Roasted Tomatoes & Fresh Basil over Polenta cakes, and biscuits topped with vegan sausage “sawmill” style gravy and chives. Vegetarian options include the Huevos Rancheros (can also be made vegan), Veggie Bacon & Eggs Melt with mozzarella cheese and cage-free eggs on a ciabatta bun, and Spinach & Mushroom Frittata with smoked Gouda cheese.

Read the rest of Melt’s Sunday brunch menu online here. Melt is located (map) in the heart of the Northside neighborhood business district. Bicycle parking is available nearby along with On and off-street for automobiles. Melt Eclectic Deli is also located on several Metro bus routes (plan your trip now).

Photo of Melt Eclectic Deli by Carrie Sloan

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Taco Azul to open this March

Cincinnati’s newest food truck, Taco Azul, will hit the streets late this March according to owner Gary Sims. Once open for business, Taco Azul will bring a Los Angeles-style taco truck to Cincinnati with a variety authentic Mexican favorites hard to find locally.

There will be a variety of taco choices including the traditional taco pastor. In addition to tacos, Taco Azul will have burritos, quesadillas, and more traditional Mexican dishes like sopes and tortas. On the weekends Sims says that they will be serving menudo – a popular weekend soup great for hangovers. When available, Taco Azul also plans on offering ceviche and lengua. Maybe more exciting than anything else is the fact that horchata will also be on the menu.

“We are looking into no animal lard beans for our vegan friends,” said Sims who also stated that their produce will come from local farms and that their meats will be local and range free whenever possible.

Stay tuned over the coming weeks as Taco Azul works out the final details for their new truck and continue to revise their menu (through user feedback of course). Right now their Facebook Page is the best way to stay connected, but once they start rolling around Opening Day their Twitter account will probably be the best bet.