November 2021
Features
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The Coffee King of Cincinnati
La Terza founder Chuck Pfahler’s decades-long quest for the perfect cup has taken him across the globe. We’re reaping the rewards right here.
Find Your New Favorite Coffee Spot
Need to work? Just want to chill? We’ve got you covered with these four local coffee shops.
Unataza Shares More with the Dayton Community Than Just Coffee
It wasn’t just about the coffee. Alejandra Flores wanted to “show the real Honduras” and change perceptions of immigrants.
Is Humor the Secret to Rhinegeist’s Success?
The Goulding family has used humor to build relationships and success across three generations. Is that sense of fun Rhinegeist’s secret sauce?
Four Local Spots Pairing Coffee with Cocktails
Brewed coffee and boozy drinks are available at these Greater Cincinnati shops.
Coffee Means Cameron
Means Cameron is using coffee to create space for Cincinnati’s Black creatives.
The Cool Kids of Northern Kentucky’s Coffee Scene
Check out these three coffee shops across the river that have more to offer than just a cup of joe.
Three New Coffee Shops You Have to Try
Meet the latest additions to the Greater Cincinnati coffee scene.
Your Neighbor Might Be a Pilgrim
On the 400th anniversary of the first Thanksgiving, local descendants of the original Mayflower passengers help keep that mythical story alive. We should be thankful they do.
Three Local Coffee Shops That Are Giving Back
For these local shops, it’s all about giving back to the community.
Chill with Friends at These Cozy Local Coffee Spots
Find your next favorite hangout at these Cincinnati area coffee shops.
The Big Dogs of the Cincinnati Coffee Scene
You likely already know (and love) these local coffee titans.
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Frontlines
Could the 2026 World Cup Come to Cincinnati?
This week’s U.S.–Mexico match could be a preview of the ultimate soccer prize: the 2026 World Cup in Cincinnati.
Dorese Bilal Embraces Her Natural Look
The Cincinnati photographer and natural hair influencer pairs her minimalistic style with a touch of her culture.
Jeremy Pinnell’s Music Is Barbed Wire Around a Heart of Gold
Northern Kentucky singer/songwriter Jeremy Pinnell talks about his new album, his deadpan public face, and making music during the pandemic.
Check Out the Gorgeous Views of This Columbia-Tusculum Home
Modern amenities abound in this Columbia-Tusculum home. The sweeping views are just the icing on the cake.
Radar
See the Stars Through the Cincinnati Observatory’s Massive Telescope
The elm, mahogany, and brass telescope was once the third-largest in the world, and it was the first in America open for public use.
Columns
Editor’s Letter, November 2021: Get to Know Your Local Coffeehouse
Great coffeehouses help you escape the outside hustle and bustle and never hurry you along, and they build connections with communities one cup at a time.
Finding Common Grounds
It’s not about the coffee. Well, maybe a little.
How Thom Atkinson Became the Best Author You’ve Never Read
Atkinson has been serving up scenes and characters from his short stories and plays for decades in insightful, unforgettable ways.
Dr. Know: Forgotten Symphonies, “Susie Cincinnati,” and the Man Behind the Illustrations
The good doctor ponders puzzling issues, like Cincinnati’s connection to the first live radio symphony, discovering who “Susie Cincinnati” was, and introducing the artist behind this column’s illustrations.
Sick of the Complaints
Pardon me while I complain about my family’s complainers. Be thankful you’re not us.
Dine
Find Your New Favorite Local Coffee Roast
No matter your coffee preference, you can keep your beans local with these Cincinnati-roasted blends.
The Empanada’s Box Proves Good Things Come in Small Packages
What’s the best way to travel without leaving your city? Eating empanadas.
Greyhound Tavern Lives Up to Its Rich Legacy
This Northern Kentucky institution sticks with the classics and makes sure its homestyle cooking is up to snuff.
And That’s the Tea on Churchill’s Fine Teas
A new Hyde Park location allows an iconic purveyor to expand its offerings.
Jen Morales and Jason Stitt Want to Mix Up Your Drinking Life
The owners of the frozen botanical cubes startup Mixicles are adding more flavor to your favorite cocktails.
Taste the Flavors of the Pacific at Oakley’s Onolicious Hawaii
When Vincente Benedett and his wife Elena decided to open a restaurant in Cincinnati, they went with the food he knows and loves.
Coffee Drinks 101
Cappuccino, macchiato, and mocha—oh my! If you’re constantly confused at the coffee menu, this cheat sheet should help.
Copper & Flame Is a Fusion Street Food Wonderland
This Over-the-Rhine spot also offers a DIY beer flight paradise.