IN ANCIENT TIMES, China was known as the Land of the Divine. Everyone, from emperors to the common people, believed that their culture was a gift from heaven. They lived in harmony with the universe and saw a connection among all things. Traditional Chinese culture carried these principles for thousands of years—until this world was lost.

We now invite you to visit this lost civilization. Watch  Shen Yun at Aronoff Center on Dec. 22 and Dec. 23.

www.ShenYun.com/Cincinnati   844-44-SHOWS (74697)

The Cincinnatian Hotel is a local gem: a gorgeous hotel in a prime location that’s perfect for both leisure and business travel. Built in 1882, this stunning historic hotel was once the tallest building in Cincinnati (at 8 stories) and designed by the same architect as Music Hall and City Hall. It was the finest hotel of its time – and that hasn’t changed. With 146 rooms, including 7 suites, the old-world charm and sumptuous luxury still shines amidst the modern day amenities.

Not only is The Cincinnatian Hotel a 20-year Anniversary Award Winner of the AAA 4-Diamond Award, but The Palace Restaurant is a 26-year Anniversary Award Winner of the AAA 4-Diamond Award as well. In celebration of these legacy awards, the hotel and restaurant are going back to their classic design in both the rooms and menus.

At The Palace, you will find legacy items on the menu, harkening back through years of traditional fine dining excellence. And the hotel itself will continue providing the world-class guest service their clients are accustomed to, as well as finishing up the renovation and modernization of all public areas.

For the holidays, The Cincinnatian is the perfect place for your out-of-town guests. They are promoting the opportunity to “take the elevator home,” so if you live downtown and want a luxurious, comfortable place for your family and friends to stay during their visit to Cincinnati, look no further than The Cincinnatian.

Looking for something to do over New Year’s Eve? The Cincinnatian has guest room packages for everyone’s taste, so be sure to look on their website at www.cincinnatianhotel.com or check them out on social media.

From local residents and Tri-State visitors to the seasoned world traveler, everyone loves The Cincinnatian…now come discover it for yourself.

When you are at a hotel or resort, and you are getting unparalleled service, do you ever wonder how the managers at those properties ended up in those positions? You can thank the firm of Patrice & Associates!

Patrice & Associates has spent the last 27 years placing managers in hotels, resorts and casinos; in fact, they are the largest hospitality recruiting firm in the country. With 84 US offices, in cities like New York, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Miami and now Cincinnati, they have their fingers on the pulse of the entire hospitality arena. Patrice & Associates has 6 recruiters on staff in this market, building relationships with Tri-State area hotels and casinos and looking to find them only the top, A-level talent that’s out there. As contingency recruiters, they work hard to make the best possible matches, and with a 90-day guarantee on placements, both client and recruit are able to concentrate on ensuring they are a good match. Recruiters at Patrice & Associates work as career coaches; their goal is to be sure that the needs of the client and of the candidate coincide, and with a 95% retention rate, it’s obvious they know what they’re doing.

Serving clients such as Marriott International, The Cheesecake Factory, Darden Restaurants and their flagship client, Luby’s/Fuddruckers, Patrice & Associates is well-known and well-versed in the hospitality business. Whether you are a hotel looking for quality managers or a hospitality expert looking for a new opportunity, Patrice & Associates should be your first call. For more information, the corporate website is www.patriceandassociates.com and locally you can go to www.patricejobs.com/mrubick or call Mark Rubick at 513-227-6325.

There’s no better place to celebrate the holiday season than at Palomino Restaurant and Bar – whether it’s lunch, dinner, happy hour or just drinks before the theater, Palomino will provide you with the atmosphere and cuisine that will appeal to every palate.

As one of downtown Cincinnati’s most popular destinations, Palomino serves rustic Italian food in a stylish and eclectic setting. They offer many different specials and unique dishes and drinks, all designed with the customer’s satisfaction in mind. You can also enjoy “Wine Down Wednesday,” featuring 1/2 price bottles of wine, all day long. For those who enjoy dining a little on the earlier side, Palomino has a “First Seating” menu for two; this delicious menu is served daily from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. and includes: one choice of antipasto (such as bruschetta, hummus and tzatziki or French onion dip); two choices from the Primo offerings (soup or one of three salads); two selections from the Secondo Y Contorno items (main course dishes); and of course, a dessert. This menu is available for just $25 per person.

For the holidays, Palomino is offering a special menu for your enjoyment. Start with some truffle

deviled eggs or perhaps some tomato-basil bruschetta, and then move on to the Palomino Chop Chop

Salad, with smoked turkey, wine salami, provolone, fresh basil, garbanzo beans, parmesan, crisp romaine lettuce and tomatoes in delicious balsamic vinaigrette. Go all for your main course and try the Roasted Prime Rib in Rock Salt, and then if you have room, how can you go wrong with a warm pear bread pudding? All the menu items are on their website at www.palomino.com if you would like to see what else is available.

 

When you’re in downtown Cincinnati, Palomino is THE place to see and be seen…and dine in style. Make your reservation today.

The holidays are almost here, and there is no better place for that special someone on your gift list than at Eddie Lane’s EDB Diamond Showroom.

Located in Montgomery, Eddie Lane’s EDB Diamond Showroom has only the highest quality diamonds and gold jewelry. From rings and necklaces to bracelets, earrings and men’s jewelry, there is a piece for every taste and budget – and the staff here prides themselves on working within your guidelines. They don’t work on commission, so everything they do is based solely on the desire to please and satisfy the customer. You can be sure that the EDB staff will never steer you wrong. And if you want something unique, special designs are available by appointment. And while Eddie Lane may have turned over the reins to daughter Cindy Lange, he’s still available for special design and appraisal appointments.

This time of year, there is more merchandise to choose form than ever, and the prices can’t be beat! If you happen to be in the market for diamond stud earrings, then you definitely have to stop by EDB. Their prices are unbeatable, and since owner Cindy Lange is a stickler for cut, you can be sure that your diamond studs are impeccable.

While you browse the showcases, you’ll find coffee, hot chocolate, cookies and even a little wine sometimes, to help set the mood. As a local employer with local staff, EDB knows the value of making you feel like you are at home when shopping with them. And if you can’t make it into the showroom, you can always shop online at www.eddielanes.com.

Stop by Eddie Lane’s and find that perfect holiday gift, or even a little something special for yourself!

The opportunity to dine out with unprecedented elegance and taste has come to Cincinnati: Legendary restaurateur Jean-Robert de Cavel and Maître d’Hôtel Richard Brown have joined together to open Restaurant L, a Parisian-style eatery which will be the extraordinary new anchor for Cincinnati’s newest contemporary landmark, the Great American Tower at Queen City Square at the corner of 4^th and Broadway. Featuring elevated cuisine, impeccable service and refined décor, Restaurant L offers their diners exquisite, seasonally inspired French cuisine.

 

Restaurant L features a main dining room that accommodates 60 guests, with two private dining rooms that can together seat up to 40 as well as a full-service bar which seats 30 guests for a la carte diners. de Cavel, known in Cincinnati for his classic French cooking technique, has created both a three-course prix-fixe menu which begins at $89 and an imaginative Menu Gourmand tasting menu beginning at $125. Wine pairings can be added for $45 with the prix-fixe and $65 with the tasting menu. All prices include service.

 

This is the perfect opportunity to enjoy a menu that combines refined French techniques with casual, seasonal flair, highlighted by worldly flavor profiles while still keeping to the parameters of true, French-style cooking.

 

What’s on your plate at Restaurant L? If you go the prix-fixe route, your first course can be anything from tuna tartare “nicoise” to Rabbit Ballotine with fava beans, pioppini mushroom, carrot puree and champagne dressing. Course two can offer you ravioli with sheep’s milk cheese, foie gras, or for the adventurous, sweetbreads. The third course has classic selections like chicken, duck, filet mignon, arctic char and lamb, all perfectly prepared to please the palate.

 

Want to try the Menu Gourmand? Be ready for Jonah Crab, foie gras, or squab, amongst other selections, as well as domestic and imported cheeses and a selection of sweets.

 

Restaurant L is currently open Tuesday-Saturday for dinner. Dinner will be served from 5:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday, and from 5:30 p.m. -10:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday. Restaurant L’s bar has extended hours, from 5:30 p.m. until midnight Tuesday-Saturday. An a la carte menu is available in the bar with full-service capacity and nightly jazz piano from 9:30 p.m. – 11:30 p.m. For reservations, please call: 513-760-5525 or visit us at www.lcincinnati.com

 

This is your chance to dine like a European. Make a reservation at the new Restaurant L tonight! Keep your eyes peeled for Restaurant L’s lunch offerings, which begin in October and will be offered Monday-Friday from 11:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. daily.