Woodhouse Kitchen + Bar is one of those unique places; boasting fresh, locally sourced and organic ingredients, the Eastern European/ New American inspired menu is bursting with unique flavors. Whether it be homemade pierogies, specialty beetroot salads, eccentric cocktails, or a classic cheeseburger, Woodhouse delivers flattering tastes, all the while paired with a warm, welcoming atmosphere.

Recently celebrating its first year of business, Woodhouse is seeing tremendous success. Located in Mason, OH, at the King’s Mill road exit off I-71, Woodhouse’s general manager, Amber Phillips, describes it as….”Traditional – we want to bring old flavors back, but give them a new spin.” Yury Pivor, the owner, has plenty of experience running restaurants, with Woodhouse being his most recent startup. In the kitchen, Executive Chef Matthew Schroeder’s menu is designed to accentuate the flavors of the locally sourced ingredients, and their seasonal menu reflects this dedication.

More than a restaurant, Woodhouse Kitchen + Bar has several indoor and outdoor private and semi-private event spaces where they host events, ranging from birthdays, graduations, and weddings rehearsals. With a technologically-equipped private dining room, they host luncheons, company meetings, and rehearsals, as well as offering catering services.

Woodhouse offers live jazz and bluegrass music on the weekends, a wonderful addition to a casual – yet classy – dining experience. Phillips emphasizes the importance of the atmosphere, and takes extra precautions to make sure all the customers have the best possible dining experience; It’s about making Woodhouse Kitchen + Bar as “approachable as possible, and bringing family and friends to the restaurant…a destination spot.”

One of my favorite parts of being a travel consultant is getting the opportunity to help my clients plan one of their “bucket list” trips. I get a huge adrenaline rush when Greece is the destination of choice! There are countless ways to experience this beautiful country, however I highly recommend choosing three to four areas and immersing yourself for at least 2-3 nights in each spot so that you can explore on your own and experience the local culture.  My top picks for Greece are Athens, Santorini & Mykonos.

Athens is rich in history and a wonderful starting point for your trip. I recommend planning at least two days here and selecting one of my partner hotels that offer rooftop dining and incredible views of the Acropolis.  For the mythology fans out there, a day trip to Delphi is a must see as you soak up this UNESCO World Heritage Site and all it’s fascinating tales.

If you want to dance the night away and soak up some beautiful beaches as well as charming countryside, a great next stop would be the island of Mykonos. You can reach Mykonos by high speed ferry or a short flight. So many charming accommodations to choose from in Mykonos Town or along the beachfront as well. There are countless nearby islands you can explore by joining a boat tour or renting a private yacht for a day of snorkeling and relaxation.

And of course a trip to Greece is not complete without a visit to the dreamy island of Santorini. One of my favorite properties for honeymooners (which is listed in the picture above) is built into the caldera and offers private pools, sunset views and simply stunning accommodations. Make sure to plan at least six months in advance as these unique spots are the first to sell out. With hiking trails, customized wine tours and sunset catamaran cruises, Santorini is always a huge hit.

Are you ready to make your dream trip a reality? Text or call us at Travel Happy Agency, 513-275-8086 7 days a week.

Debbie Boyd – Lead Travel Consultant in the Greater Cincinnati area.

Website: Travelyhappyagency.com Email: Debbie@travelhappyagency.com

Introducing Street City Pub, Cincinnati’s newest downtown entertainment spot. Located on 6th Street right next to Prime Cincinnati, Street City Pub provides a fantastic venue for all your social gathering needs. Each night of the week they offer a new entertainment theme including Last Call Trivia on Thursdays, Cin City Comedy shows then Karaoke on Fridays, Live Bands on Saturdays…the list goes on. Check out their full event schedule on their website: StreetCity.pub.

March means two things that the Street City Pub crew are looking forward to helping you celebrate: March Madness and St. Patty’s Day. The St. Patty’s Day celebrations will start with a Brunch at 8am, live music, and DJ Josh Martinez from KISS 107.1 will be hosting in the afternoon. Sponsored by local brewery – FRETBOARD. Green beer will be on tap along with delicious crafts from FRETBOARD and others.

Reserve a comfortable booth or table for you and your friends to catch all of the Madness happening throughout the month. Don’t miss a game. The Street City Pub offers 10 TV’s throughout their bar and restaurant. Celebrate the wins and commiserate the losses over the best Fish & Chips in town.

Street City Pub is proudly owned by the Cincinnati Restaurant Holdings group, which include Prime Cincinnati and At580Market. When you dine at these locations you are supporting local businesses and proud Cincinnatians. “We love to be part of this city and this neighborhood and look forward to providing great memories and entertainment.” Nelson Castillo, Managing Partner.

Does this winter weather have you dreaming of sunshine, palm trees and beaches? Here’s some good news! CVG offers nonstop charter flights to some wonderful tropical destinations that will have you sipping cocktails and soaking up the sun in no time!

Seven night packages to Jamaica will begin 1/22/19 and depart every Monday through 4/22/19 with nonstop service! You can experience a wide range of resorts for all budget types on this incredible island. There’s still limited availability at the unique and coveted overwater bungalows and villas which are simply breathtaking! Have you ever wanted to stay in a Treehouse? We have some in Negril that are all inclusive with a beach club, swim up bar and even VIP expedited service through customs and immigration! 

Six night non stops to Punta Cana begin February 16th and will run every Saturday through August 3rd. Currently, some resorts are running specials offering a 6 night all inclusive/adult only experience for under $1500 a person! If you like turquoise blue water, palm tree lined white sandy beaches & beautiful resorts then Punta Cana may be the spot for you!

Lastly, there are some new and exciting resorts in Cancun/Riviera Maya Mexico that are grabbing lots of attention as well! Nonstop flights to this destination begin very soon on January 6th and will run every Sunday through the end of 2019. Whether you want a boutique style resort with rooftop pools, swanky decor and easy access to shopping on 5th avenue a more secluded resort with included & unlimited spa treatments and 5 star cuisine, Mexico really does offer it all. 

So, grab some friends or your special someone, give us a call and get excited about beating the winter blues by booking one of these great packages today! Text or call us at Travel Happy Agency, 513-275-8086 7 days a week. 

Debbie Boyd – Lead Travel Consultant in the Greater Cincinnati area.  

Website: Travelyhappyagency.com Email: Debbie@travelhappyagency.com 

 

Canstruction is an international community service project of the design and construction industry to benefit community food banks.  With the support of local teams, thousands of hungry people are fed; a greater awareness of the issues surrounding hunger is brought to the public while spotlighting the local design and construction industry giving back to the community.

Architects, engineers, designers and contractors compete to design and build fantastic giant-sized structures made entirely out of canned foods.  After the structures are built and the winners declared, the creations go on view to the general public as a giant art exhibit.  At the close of the competition, all of the food used in the structures is donated to the local food bank for distribution to community emergency feeding programs.  Through the generosity of volunteers, celebrity jurors and members of our local community, Cincinnati Canstruction has contributed 817,000 pounds of food to the Freestore Foodbank, enough to provide over 681,000 meals to our hungry neighbors in the Tri-State area.

 

Art Beyond Boundaries Gallery invites you to attend our upcoming  exhibit, ‘SPRINGMAGEDDON’, on Friday March 29, 2019 from 6 to 9 pm. This exhibition will explore the dichotomy between beginnings and endings. The exhibit will run until May 17, 2019.

Join us at Art Beyond Boundaries Gallery to experience the original art and meet the featured artists exhibiting at our 1410 Main St. location. Art Beyond Boundaries will exhibit a variety of paintings, sculptures, photography, and other media by talented, local and regional artists. Wine and hors d’oeuvres will be served. Admission is free.

Art Beyond Boundaries provides a professional, mainstream fine arts exhibition venue for artists with disabilities, located at 1410 Main Street in the historic Over-the-Rhine arts district. With your support, we can continue providing a gallery, workshops, programs, and services for our artists and people with disabilities. For more information, “friend” or “follow” the gallery on FaceBook, Instagram and Twitter, and/or contact the gallery.