May 2021
Features
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The Great Cincinnati Creamy Whip Road Trip
Is it truly summer in the Midwest without a trip to the local creamy whip? We think not. Fire up your engines!
Sarah and Damien of Honey Child Artisan Pops Created a Virtuous Treat
The couple behind the popular Queen City popsicle cart has created something rare: A frozen treat you can feel good about.
Four Dairy-Free Treats Worth Tasting
When you’re craving something frosty, but you just can’t do dairy, these four places have got you covered.
Saying Goodbye to Jim Aglamesis
Following the passing of its patriarch, Aglamesis Bro’s takes baby steps toward expansion, even though they’ll always be local.
Three Shakes You Won’t Forget
If you want your sweet treat in a slightly more portable form, one of these three slurpable concoctions will do the trick.
20 Local Ice Cream Shops You Need to Visit This Summer
Come along on a journey through Cincinnati’s wild and wonderful world of ice cream, and discover the creamy whips, scoop shops, and frosty institutions that call our city home sweet home.
Hello Honey’s Brian and Nitima Nicely Love Their Customers
When the pandemic threatened to throw a wrench in Hello Honey’s expansion plans, faithful customers rallied behind the downtown favorite.
Five Spots Where Ice Cream’s Not the Only Treat
Next time you visit these cool confectioners, grab some extra non-frozen treats while you’re enjoying a scoop.
Five Cincinnati Women Using Their Second Chances to Help Others
A downtown mural depicting Sheila Donaldson Johnson, DeAnna Hoskins, Tyra Patterson, Tracy Brumfield, and Belinda Coulter-Harris shows their worth.
Father Michael Graham Reflects on His Xavier Days
As he retires from Xavier University, Father Michael Graham reflects on finding the institution’s rightful place in Cincinnati and the world.
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Frontlines
Dr. Know: 1974 Opening Day, a Peculiar Dentist Sign, and Ku Klux Klothes
The good doctor explores troubling issues, including streaks and streakers, dentophobia, and a racist clothier.
Apryl Reign Is in Her Element
The well-known DJ takes on a larger role at Elementz and turns up the programming volume at the nonprofit.
Peg Wyant Talks Breaking Gender Barriers in New Memoir
In 1968, Peg Wyant became the first female brand manager at P&G. She didn’t stop there.
Radar
Motor Boat Garage in Norwood Specializes in Classic Wooden Boat Restoration
Motor Boat Garage in Norwood, specializes in various classes of boats, including restored and preserved vessels.
Two Stunning Houses Sit on One Property in Washington Township
On this Washington Township property, the guest house includes an attached garage, a greenhouse, and its share of dramatic views.
Kristal Howard Loves a Red Lip
As the head of corporate communications for Kroger, Kristal Howard knows how to make a statement. “Fashion is a language,” she reminds us.
Columns
Editor’s Letter, May 2021: I Scream for Ice Cream
Our May issue celebrates the memories, feelings, and connections we associate with ice cream and our regional frozen treats.
Can Our Children Ever Feel Blissfully, Daringly Untrackable Like We Were?
We roamed free during our GenX childhoods; but our children, holed up in their rooms, explore an aspect of the world we didn’t know about in 1984.
The Mt. Airy Water Towers Are Reminiscent of a Fairytale Castle
At the corner of North Bend Road and Colerain Avenue, The Mt. Airy Water Towers share a medieval style inspired by Eden Park’s Elsinore Arch.
Dine
Lotus Thai & Sushi Brings Satisfying Flavors to Crestview Hills
Don’t let the shopping mall location fool you—Lotus Thai & Sushi in Crestview Hills Town Center is, at heart, a neighborhood restaurant.
Dee Felice Market in Covington Continues a Neighborhood Market Tradition
Shelly DeFelice-Nelson and her husband, Patrick Nelson, created “the perfect pantry” in a Dee Felice Café dining room.
Rose & Mary Bakery’s Croissants Are a Labor of Love
Sweet (chocolate coconut) or savory (tomato with goat cheese), Rose & Mary Bakery in Covington has your pastry needs covered.
Khora Takes Heritage Grains and Makes Them Sing
Pasta is at the heart of Khora’s menu, but this is not an Italian restaurant. It is, however, absolutely new and utterly satisfying.
The May Festival’s Robert Porco Loves Cooking as Much as He Loves Singing
The director of choruses for the May Festival shares his favorite recipes online to create community he once found on stage.
Elm St. Social Club Offers Retro-Themed Takeout at Findlay Market
The menu at Elm St. Social Club, a retro-themed Findlay Market deli, is full of playful pop culture references, including “The Macho Man” and “The Billy Ray” sandwiches.