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LIFESTYLE LETTER

OCTOBER 2020 PUBLISHER

Mark Andrea | mark.andrea@lifestylepubs.com EDITOR

Expand Your Palate THE FOOD + DRINK ISSUE IS ONE OF MY FAVORITES. I tend to consider myself an equal-opportunity consumer when it comes to food and drinks (except pickles...definitely no pickles). Thankfully there is no shortage of dining options in our area. In this issue, we are excited to serve you a bit of world cuisine from Venezuela and France, with a touch of community favorites and the smooth finish of a new local micro-winery.

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Evan Deuvall L AYO UT DESIGNER

Dana Rudolph CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Kaelyn Rodrigues, Laura M. Leavitt, Natalie Shawver, Jonathan Stout, Amanda Stout CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

Photography by Jenna, Remember When Portraits, RVP Photography, Lyons Photography

Over the past few years we have seen many new restaurants open, bringing new flavors to the local dining scene. We sat down with Empanadas Aquí, Mio Vino, and Le Macaron to learn more about their unique and delicious offerings. We were also lucky to talk to Chef Mark Bodenstein, one of the very talented minds behind the menu of S.W Clyborne Co. Provision & Spirits. If you’re like me, you may have wondered while at a formal event, “What is that little fork for?” Event experts at the Manor House Event Center are here to share the do’s and don’ts for creating a custom table setting for your special events. Our Giving Back story spotlights local Girl Scout Troop 44405. What started as a service project has now expanded to a food pantry serving students with food insecurity at Mason Intermediate and Mason Elementary Schools. Read about their mission and how you can help support them.

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INSIDE THE ISSUE OCTOBER 2020 FEATURES 12 A World of Sweet Possibility Le Macaron offers a delightful coffee break and an array of treats at Liberty Center.

14 Hometown Humanitarians Local Girl Scout troop revamps food pantry program to help Mason students in need.

18 New Kids on the Block Curated cultural cuisine and unique uncorkings offer diners and drinkers the perfect fall night out.

24 Everything In Its Place Learn the doâ€™s and donâ€™ts of

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formal place settings from the experts at Manor House.

34 Food for Thought

Chef Mark Bodenstein brings healthy innovation to S.W. Clyborne Co. Provision & Spirits.

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WOMEN WALKING WEST “POUR FOR A PURPOSE” FUNDRAISER Women Walking West (W3) is holding a virtual “Pour for a Purpose” bourbon raffle and fundraiser to support their quest to remove educational barriers facing adult foreign-born women. The event begins online on Oct. 5th and is sponsored by Bluegrass Carryout. W3 is grateful for the continued support of their donors and are hopeful they will meet their projected revenue for 2020, despite the challenges of COVID-19. There will be seven chances to win, including the grand prize of a bottle of 15-year Paddy Van Winkle Family Reserve. There will be

The dentist has a sweet confession to make. I have a new food fascination! I’m somewhat obsessed with the Nutty Cakes at the Sleepy Bee in Blue Ash. The Nutty Cake magic formula includes generous buttermilk pancakes (there is also a gluten-free option) prepared with chocolate chips in the batter, topped with a streak of natural peanut butter, sliced banana and Ohio-made pure maple syrup. If you do it just right you can distinctly taste the chocolate, the peanut butter, the banana and the maple syrup in each and every bite. Both the flavor and taste are magical! People tend to think of flavor and taste as synonymous terms. But in actual fact taste is just one component of flavor. The tongue is dotted in specific regions with neurologic taste receptors/buds that detect sweet, sour, savory, bitter and salt. Flavor takes into account the texture, temperature, and odor of food in addition to its taste. Imagine eating soup that has gone cold, an apple that is soft, or potato chips that are damp. The taste might be fine, but the flavor would be all wrong. If you like the taste of chocolate, peanut butter, banana and maple I promise you you’ll love the flavor of Nutty Cakes at the Sleepy Bee! GREGORY P. DAVIS | D.D.S. BRIANNA M. WEBB | D.M.D. (513) 459 -1377 Gregor yDavisDDS.com 4834 Socialville-Foster Rd, Mason, OH 10

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BRIGHTVIEW ACQUIRES HOPE CENTER NORTH BrightView, a comprehensive outpatient addiction treatment provider with 17 locations throughout Ohio, has acquired HOPE Center North (HCN) from the Lindner Center of HOPE. HCN, located at 4483 US-42 in Mason, opened in March 2015 in response to the opioid crisis in Greater Cincinnati. The goal was to lead the community in providing life-saving, medication assisted treatment (MAT) to those struggling with addiction in the region. Since that time, many patients have found hope, recovery, and compassionate care at HCN. On August 3, HOPE Center North joined BrightView’s portfolio of evidence-based, patient-focused outpatient addiction treatment centers. BrightView began seeing patients in 2016 and has expanded throughout the state of Ohio over the past four years to provide comprehensive care in the communities most affected by the opioid crisis. Partnering with HCN will allow BrightView to bring its proven care model to the Mason area. Services will continue without major changes, including accepting new patients. BrightviewHealth.com; LindnerCenterofHOPE.org CityLifestyle.com/MasonandDeerfield

HOT SPOT ARTICLE LAURA M. LEAVITT | PHOTOGRAPHY LEN KALTMAN—WEST CHESTER CORPORATE PHOTOGRAPHY

A World of Sweet Possibility LE MACARON OFFERS A DELIGHTFUL COFFEE BREAK AND AN ARRAY OF TREATS AT LIBERTY CENTER. WHETHER YOUR FAVORITE DESSERT IS FROZEN, BAKED OR INTRICATELY DECORATED, THAT FIRST BITE IS EXQUISITE. Whatever was on your mind can take a break, and make room for a little sweetness. Marina Amaral has been a home dessert chef and world traveler her whole life: after growing up in Brazil, she has lived in Venezuela, Switzerland, Germany, and now, locally. “I learned a lot about people around the world and what kinds of desserts they like,” says Marina Amaral, owner of Le Macaron at Liberty Center. “This helped me a lot! I understand the customers better. I also speak Spanish and understand some French, which helps as well.” When she looked into starting a business in 2018, Marina found the perfect blend of her passions for living around the world and for baked treats. The Le Macaron name is part of a small French-owned franchise which allowed her to create a wonderful shop for desserts and craft coffee alongside the main attraction: macarons. “I started the process with this franchise in January, 2018,” says Marina. “In June, I found Liberty Center, which has great foot traffic. It’s perfect.” Macarons are a unique delicacy that look simple, but require a lot of finesse to create. The simple ingredients of almond flour, egg white and sugar are combined to create the shells of a sandwich. Flavorings and color are added in to create the many different types, from Lavender White Chocolate to Lemon Cream. The filling is flavored buttercream, delicate chocolate or jam. “The idea is that it’s an adventure every time you try one,” says Marina. “First, a crunch in the shell, then the moisture inside, then the melt-in-your-mouth sensation. Our logo says ‘a mouthful of heaven,’ for a reason.” At only 80 calories per macaron, these sweets are guiltfree, in addition to being made with gluten-free ingredients. Three flavors are also dairy-free—Strawberry Key Lime,

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Passion Mango and Raspberry—making a visit to Le Macaron accessible for all dessert lovers. Beyond macarons, the shop has chef-crafted gelato, a frozen treat different from the average ice cream. “Ice cream is made using cream, while gelato is created using milk, so it’s not as heavy,” says Marina. “The flavors we have are made by a French chef, so we have slightly different flavors: macaron gelato, an almond based flavor with pieces of macaron, and we have violet flower and pistachio. They aren’t common. It’s a piece of Europe here.” Marina enjoys having the opportunity to work with a close friend as well as her employees who receive training each month in order to continue to provide an outstanding customer service experience. As a former teacher, she provides training about the products, but also helps employees be successful in life outside the shop. “I was an educator working with students with learning disabilities, so this is another way to use what I learned, to teach them how to be the best they can be,” she says. “We are always innovating here, with new training every month on how to be successful in the shop and beyond.” After nearly two years in business, she continues to find new joys within the coffee bar, pastry case and trays of macarons. “I love the new craft iced lattes. It’s iced coffee, plus gelato and syrup. For macarons, I love the Orange Grand Marnier macaron with the chocolate inside,” says Marina with a twinkle in her eye. “Every day, you want to try something different: eclair, napoleon or something else. I thought I’d be tired of desserts after six months, but there’s always something new!” Macarons have become popular as a compact, beautiful gift. Boxes can feature a single macaron as a favor or they can create ornate towers of macarons that make excellent party or wedding centerpieces that turn into delightful desserts at the end of the meal. If you’re looking for a high-quality gift, Le Macaron is happy to help—just keep in mind that macarons are best fresh, so pick them up less than three days before they’ll be consumed. Whether you work with Le Macaron to craft delicious corporate business gifts for the winter holidays or use it as a perfect place to drink a latte and nibble on a pastry, this shop offers a tasty way to transport yourself to France and beyond. LE MACARON 7529 Bales St., Liberty Township | LeMacaron-US.com

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GIVING BACK ARTICLE KAELYN RODRIGUES | PHOTOGRAPHY LYONS PHOTOGRAPHY

HOMETOWN HUMANITARIANS LOCAL GIRL SCOUT TROOP REVAMPS FOOD PANTRY PROGRAM TO HELP MASON STUDENTS IN NEED.

THE COMET CUPBOARD IS AN IN-SCHOOL FOOD

“I am very proud of their ability to develop such

PANTRY SERVICE THAT AIDS FOOD INSECURE

strong empathy at a young age.”

STUDENTS AT MASON INTERMEDIATE AND MASON

In addition to projects that make a difference in the

ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS. The program, formerly known

community, members of Troop 44405 partnered with

as the Western Row Backpack Program, was taken over

GE Aviation to help educate girls in STEM topics by

and rebranded by Girl Scout Troop 44405 four years ago.

creating informational YouTube videos. Casey says that

In addition to supplying nonperishable food, the Troop

the goal of these projects is to introduce the scouts to

also provides hygiene product packs, Mason spirit wear,

various subjects and help them find their passions, no

winter coats and many other helpful items.

matter what they may be.

This year, troop co-leader Casey Moran says the

“My role is to be another person in their lives to help

scouts have expanded their program to help more

them become the best people that they can be,” Casey

students and families in need, especially due to the

says. “These ladies are tomorrow’s leaders and I want

COVID-19 pandemic.

them to experience as many different things as they

“The school asked us to take on serving the entire district, not just the Grades 3-6 families we had been

nity, STEM and a variety of hands on activities.”

serving,” Casey says. “We partnered with a few other

By helping other students through the Comet

organizations to make it happen and kept it going

Cupboard, scout Prisha Singhal says she and her fel-

throughout the entire summer, handing out food to

low scouts have learned important life lessons. “We’ve

families every Wednesday.”

learned leadership skills, money management and the

The scouts have also started many of their own projects, such as Random Acts of Kindness Everyday (RAKE) events and canned food drives.

can, including real world issues, helping their commu-

power of kindness. It feels really good to be able to help people who are in need.” Scout Dawsonne Jones says being part of the

“At the beginning of summer, we realized that the

Comet Cupboard and Troop 44405 has taught her the

meals we were handing out were a lot of the same

importance of spreading positivity through random

things every week, so the girls came up with the idea

acts of kindness. “When you help somebody, it makes

of recipe cards,” Casey says. “Each scout provided reci-

them want to go help other people,” Dawsonne says.

pes that used nonperishable items. We worked with the

“Spreading kindness impacts the world.”

Mason High School Women’s Soccer Team and did a

Donations from the community and local businesses

canned food drive, focusing on the items required for

have helped the Comet Cupboard develop into the

the recipes. The soccer players then packed the food

charitable organization it is today. To support the Comet

into bags for one of our RAKE events.”

Cupboard, contributions can be mailed to the Mason

Casey says that running the Comet Cupboard has

City Schools Central Office. Mason parents can also

given the scouts an opportunity to help their peers

use EZPay to donate. All donations are tax deductible.

and to learn about stigmas surrounding food insecu-

Personal hygiene items and nonperishable food items

rity. “The girls have ensured that the students’ needs

can be dropped off at Duck Donuts, Kala Coffeehouse,

are handled in a discreet, private manner,” she says.

Mims off Main and Baysore’s Flowers.

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“ These ladies a re t o m o r ro w ’s leaders and I want them to experience as many different things as they can. ” - Casey Moran

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LOCALLY OWNED

CURATED CULTURAL CUISINE AND UNIQUE UNCORKINGS OFFER DINERS AND DRINKERS THE PERFECT FALL NIGHT OUT.

New Kids on the Block ASK

PAT

some dishes—all made in-house—are already

SHE’D

winning awards. The Bad Girl Empanada, the

ORDER AT HER BELOVED FOOD-TRUCK-

Hairy Arepa, and the tostones boast winnings

TURNED-MASON-RESTAURANT, AND IT

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EMPANADAS

FETTIG, AQUÍ,

CO-OWNER WHAT

of marinated and grilled steak, chicken and

“We’ve brought empanadas and arepas to

chorizo, served with tostones, yucca fries

the people of Cincinnati,” Pat says. “Many

and guasacaca sauce is just a glimpse into

beyond the Latin American community now

the Venezuelan cuisine available.

know and enjoy our food.”

“Save room for a homemade dessert,” she

It is this spirit of sharing that has driven

adds. “Like the Tres Leches.” The vanilla cake

Pat, Dadni and Brett from day one. Opening

soaked in a blend of three milks and rum,

in February, two weeks before the mandatory

topped with house-made whipped cream, is a

COVID-19 restaurant shutdown, the Empanadas

favorite among customers.

Aquí team proved how resilient they are.

Thanks to a love of cooking and authen-

“We began to use the drive-thru window,” Pat

tic family recipes, Pat, along with Brett and

says. “The ordering and support of so many of

Dadnitri Johnson, began their mobile food

our customers have kept us going. We’ve sur-

dream in 2014. Starting with a tasty truck

vived through creativity and commitment and

and a desire to bring the flavors of Caracas—

look forward to the day that we can have all of

Dadnitri’s hometown—to the Queen City, the

our tables back inside and welcome everyone

trio knew it was sure to be a hit.

when they are comfortable.”

And they were right.

Live music can be enjoyed outdoors on

Since then, the owners have expanded their

Saturday evenings, and additional picnic tables

food truck into a brick-and-mortar location

have been added for carryout customers. Patio

in the heart of downtown Mason. And with

seating is currently available as well as inside

more space, comes opportunity for more food

seating during restaurant hours Tuesday-

offerings. Recipes come both from Dadnitri’s

Saturday 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Empanadas Aquí also

childhood and Brett’s creative inspiration. The

offers catering options for small and large

menu now includes items such as arepas, tos-

events with or without their food truck.

tones, tequeños, quesillo, fruit juices, hallacas, pan de jamón, plato navideño, pabellón, asado

EMPANADAS AQUÍ CAFÉ

negro and more. In just a short period of time,

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UNCORK & UNWIND Love, togetherness and laughter—three things that wine is a catalyst for. And for Mio Vino Manager, Christy Hoskins, three things that the new downtown neighbor to Empanadas Aquí is all about. “Mio Vino is like a family,” Christy says. “You just pick up the phone and one of us will be there to help.” Whether you’d like to try a dry cabernet or the new South African blend, you’ll discover your very own “mio vino” thanks to Christy and her team. Teaching others about the craft is perhaps what sets the micro winery and wine bar apart from typical wine stores. Twenty wines are fermented on site and available for tasting—as well as creating. The “try-before-youbuy” mentality is at the crux of Mio Vino’s philosophy. “We offer a wine making experience,” she says. “You can come in and make your very own batch of wine from beginning to end. I enjoy helping customers define their wine palate.” With access to more than 100 wines from 13 countries, grapes come from only the finest vineyards and will satisfy any enthusiast. Choose a house bottle or craft your own personalized wine. Regardless of which you choose, Christy simply wants Mason neighbors to come in and feel comfortable having a glass or bottle of wine. “Surviving the pandemic has been tough,” she says. “The support of our communities and our amazing customers has not only gotten us through this, but we were also able to open this second location in Mason.” As a fill-in bartender at the Deer Park location several years ago, Christy and her husband now manage both locations—everything from the winemaking and bottling to keeping both wine bars stocked and ready for pouring. And despite only being open in Mason for a short time, Christy is looking forward to getting involved in the community. Mio Vino is planning to host a customer appreciation day to show how grateful they are to the community for their support. “We couldn’t do this without them,” she says. As vino lovers say, it’s the perfect pairing. MIO VINO 312 Reading Rd., Mason | Mio-Vino.com

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TREND SETTER ARTICLE AMANDA STOUT | PHOTOGRAPHY JENNA BEERS

Everything In Its Place LEARN THE DO’S AND DON’TS OF A PERFECT FORMAL PLACE SETTING FROM THE EXPERTS AT MANOR HOUSE EVENT CENTER.

WHETHER YOU’RE PREPARING FOR HOLIDAY ENTERTAINING OR A FAMILY CELEBRATION, DON’T FORGET PLACE SETTINGS! While formal place settings can take a little extra time, they are the perfect way to make a meal feel special and memorable. For insight into creating elegant, on-trend place settings, we worked with the experts at Manor House. They know a thing or two about creating an impression at the table and beyond, hosting around 500 events per year, from fundraisers to weddings and corporate gatherings.

At Manor House, the typical elements for a formal place setting are a plate charger, plates, napkin, three forks, one knife, one spoon and two goblets (for water and wine). They work closely with their clients and Primetime Event Rentals to create the perfect look for the overall table. “We want our clients to know all the options available to them,” says Shannon Wullenweber, sales manager at Manor House. “It starts with colored table linens and napkins, and then overlays or runners. Next, the options for plate chargers, specialty stemware and fine china, if they wish to explore looks beyond our (provided) beauti-

ful white china and gold/silver utensils and napkin rings.”

Do’s and Don’ts DO: Infuse your personality in the tablescape. More is better when it comes to the extras you add to the table. “Candles everywhere and of course flowers! Lots of flowers,” says Shannon.

DON’T: Leave the table bare if it’s a dinner party. Even if you keep it simple, the table should be set before guests arrive.

DO: Mix and match China and stemware, but understand there has to be harmony and rhythm to the overall look.

DON’T: Neglect the importance of planned seating. “Unique place cards are always a nice touch,” adds Shannon.

DO: Utilize each of the elements on the table to add interest. Plate chargers and napkins are a great way to add a pop of color

DON’T: Be afraid to change it up from one event to the next and

and unify the look of the table.

try new trends like knot folded napkins or bamboo plate chargers.

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The Pieces

Plate Charger

Knife

Main Dish Plate

Spoon

Salad Plate

Water Glass

Bread Plate

Wine Glass

Napkin

Salad Fork

Dessert (or Fish) Fork

Dinner Fork

Optional: 13

Tea/Coffee Cup and Saucer Place card

1 2

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MANOR HOUSE EVENT CENTER 7440 Mason Montgomery Rd, Mason ManorHouseOhio.com

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OUR PLACE OR YOURS? Socially-Distanced Dining Carryout With Curbside Pickup Delivery With DoorDash

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E A T

CULINARY CREATIONS

KEEP YOUR PLATE IN STYLE WITH THESE FOODS THAT WILL HELP YOU LOOK + FEEL GOOD

ARTICLE HAYLEY HYER

P R E T T Y

H E A LT H Y /// CARROTS

EYES

/ / / S W E E T P OTATO E S /// PUMPKIN /// BUTTERNUT SQUASH VITAMIN A IS ESSENTIAL TO PROTECTING THE CORNEAS OF OUR EYES. By taking care of your corneas, you can extend the health of your eyesight and reduce vision loss with age. An easy way to remember what to eat for healthy eyes is to look for orange foods. Carrots, sweet potatoes, pumpkin, and butternut squash are all high in vitamin A.

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/// FLAX SEED /// WALNUTS /// CHIA SEEDS /// FISH

H E A LT H Y SKIN Did you know that vitamin A is also imperative for skin health? So while you’re caring for your corneas, you’re also boosting your outer glow. If you want to kick it up a notch, be intentional about eating plenty of foods with omega-3 fatty acids to reduce acne and inflammation and help your skin produce its own collagen. For your healthy fats, go for flax seed, walnuts, chia seeds, and fish.

/// EGGS /// BROCCOLI

HAIR

/// SPINACH

H E A LT H Y

/// SALMON

For soft, flowing tresses, make sure you’re getting an equal amount of B vitamins in your diet. We naturally get plenty of B-6 because it’s in most grains, but it’s easier to end up with a biotin or B-12 deficiency if you don’t pay attention. Focus on foods like salmon, eggs, spinach, and broccoli for a healthy balance of B vitamins for your hair.

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LIFESTYLE CALENDAR

OCTOBER

DUE TO FREQUENT CHANGES CAUSED BY COVID-19, PLEASE CHECK EVENT ORGANIZER WEBSITES OR CALL FOR THE MOST UP-TO-DATE INFORMATION.

1-31 STORYWALK: OVER IN THE FOREST: COME AND TAKE A PEEK

the Deerfield Farmers Market Facebook

Them presented by Nicole Bosse,

Page to see which vendors will be at the

PsyD, Lindner Center of HOPE, Staff

market and for pre-ordering informa-

Psychologist. Login opens at 5 p.m.

tion. DeerfieldFarmersMarket.com

with presentation from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. For more information and to reg-

OCT 5-NOV 5 WOMEN WALKING WEST BOURBON RAFFLE & FUNDRAISER Online

16-18 CHARM AT THE FARM

Carter Park

Women Walking West (W3) is holding

The StoryWalk transforms the pages

a virtual “Pour for a Purpose” bourbon

Charm at the Farm is an open air

of a children's book into signs that are

raffle and fundraiser to support their

vintage market located on a 56-acre

laid out on a trail. Following the path of

quest to remove educational barriers

farm in Lebanon, Oh. The best local

pages is a great way to keep your body

facing adult foreign-born women. The

artisans and shops come together

and brain active and healthy! The Carter

event begins online on Oct. 5 and is

only three fabulous weekends a year.

Park StoryWalk is free, self-guided,