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Fourth Beeline to open in Mason this month, Alcove by MadTree opens in Blue Ash next week, Casa Martini Mexican Restaurant opens in Fairfield Township, and more.
Fourth Beeline to Open in Mason
Four Entertainment Group (4EG) announced this week that it’s opening a Beeline location at The District at Deerfield in Mason (5200 District Park Drive, Suite G110) later this month. Known for its signature cocktails—like the Night Train (Old Forester Bourbon, Luxardo Maraschino Liqueur, Amaro Montenegro, tiki bitters, Angostura bitters, and a Luxardo cherry). The cocktail bar has other locations in Easton Town Center in Columbus, at Newport on the Levee, and in Naples, Florida. A grand opening date hasn’t been scheduled yet.
Alcove by MadTree Opens in Blue Ash Next Week
MadTree Brewing will open its second Alcove by MadTree location on Tuesday, August 11, at Summit Park in Blue Ash. The New American bistro, which is taking over the former Brown Dog Café space, will be MadTree’s fourth location after its taproom in Oakley, the original Alcove in Over-the-Rhine, and the Parks & Rec event space at Summit Park.
New Mexican Restaurant Opens in Fairfield Township
Casa Martini Mexican Restaurant held its grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony at 3320 Tylersville Road in Fairfield Township this week. The eatery offers authentic Mexican cuisine made from fresh ingredients and family recipes passed down through generations, particularly from owner Martin Perez’s mother, who taught him how to cook. “We can’t wait for people to experience our recipes and see what makes them special,” Perez said in a press release. Casa Martini is open seven days a week.
Oktoberfest Zinzinnati’s 50th Anniversary Lager
Samuel Adams is releasing a special lager in partnership with Oktoberfest Zinzinnati to commemorate the festival’s 50th anniversary on Tuesday, August 18, at the Samuel Adams Cincinnati Taproom (1727 Logan Street, Over-the-Rhine). The beer, which has 5.5% ABV with a malty, bright blend, will only be available for a limited time during the festival in September.
Lush Life Wine Tastings
Natasha Williams, creator of the Black Wine Fest and owner of Lush Life Brands, starts a new chapter of her wine journey this month with the grand opening of Lush Life Tasting Room & Studio at 917 Vine Street downtown. “What started as an idea has slowly become a space built with intention, community, and a whole lot of love,” Williams said in an Instagram post. Tastings begin on Friday, August 21, with Ingrid Best of IBest Wines joining us to run the day. Seating is limited to 20 guests per tasting.
New Riff Whiskey Pairing Dinner at Subito
The Lytle Park Hotel is partnering with New Riff Distilling for a whiskey pairing dinner at 6 p.m. on Thursday, August 20, at Subito (311 Pike Street, downtown). The curated four-course menu, paired with New Riff’s award-winning whiskeys, includes seared scallops with bourbon brown butter, bourbon-smoked elk with apricot chutney, and bourbon-poached pear with Manhattan mousse. Tickets are $110 per person and available through OpenTable (under “Experiences”).
Gaden Samdrupling Monastery Open House and Taste of Tibet
The Buddhist Monastery is opening its doors and inviting the public in on Saturday, August 22, at 3046 Pavlova Drive in Colerain Township. From 2-5 p.m. you’ll be able to see the monastery’s one-of-a-kind collection of traditional Tibetan art and Buddha statues and even take guided tours of the facility with no reservation required, but RSVPs will be required for the 6 p.m. “Taste of Tibet” dinner. The meal will be buffet style, serving both vegetarian and non-vegetarian Tibetan favorites like momos, alu khatsa, and tea prepared by the monks. Donations of $15 are suggested for the dinner.
Jimmie Lou’s to Reopen in Pendleton
Nolia owner and James Beard Award nominee Jeff Harris plans to revisit his first concept later this year when he reopens Jimmie Lou’s. Named after his great grandmother, the New Orleans-style eatery—known for its po’boys, jambalaya, and beignets—popped out as a stall inside Oakley Kitchen Food Hall back in 2021 before closing three years later in 2024. It will take over the old Razzo space in Pendleton this fall.
