Cincinnati Was Once Called the Beer Capital of the World in 1890.

Brewers in Cincinnati made a lot of beer and the majority of what was brewed here was also consumed here.

Cincinnati’s Beer History

Cincinnati has a long history of brewing beer. One of the first brewers in Cincinnati was a man named James Dover. He had a bakery on Sycamore Street near the market on the river where he also brewed and sold porters and ales. In 1806, he advertised in the Liberty Hall newspaper that he was looking to purchase 500 lbs of hops, 1000 bushels of barley, and 500 gallons of honey. He started a brewery that lasted until about 1811.

Another early brewer was David Embree. He built his brewery on the banks of the Ohio River between Elm and Race Streets. He also brewed Ale and Porter as that was the popular choice in those days in America. This brewery lasted until about 1838.

Daniel Symmes, who was the 6th Mayor of Cincinnati, had a brewery in 1817. He was partners in that brewery with Joel Williams who had built the first tavern in Cincinnati. Joel was also a distiller in Butler County. Their brewery was located at Pike and Congress near where Lytle park is now.

The Beer Growth of Cincinnati

Cincinnati grew steadily in the early 1800’s, and by the 1840’s the population boomed when many German immigrants started to move here bringing with them their customs and love for lager beer. Lager beer was much lighter and crisper than the English ales and porters.

Making lager required a different process than just brewing ales or common beer. The yeast for lager beer ferments at the bottom and required a consistent dry temperature of 32-48 degrees Fahrenheit. So, the German immigrants dug tunnels into the sides of the hills surrounding Cincinnati and also several stories below street level. These cellar’s were large enough to ferment and store the beer and had large ice blocks to control the temperature.

At the height of beer brewing, Cincinnati had around 36 breweries making millions of gallons of lager beer! And making millionaires of the men who founded the breweries!

Exploring Cincinnati’s Beer & Hidden History

There are a lot of ways to explore and learn more about brewing history in Cincinnati! One way is to take tour with American Legacy Tours. They will take you around town to tell the story of Over the Rhine. You even get to explore the old lathering tunnels underneath the buildings.

After your tour, you will make your way to Nothern Row Brewery and Distillery at 111w. McMicken. They are housed in the old Morelein ice house from 1895. It’s such a cool place with historic touch’s everywhere! Including a 61 ft. row boat from the 1936 Olympics hanging on the ceiling, and the massive 1908 Brunswick bar back! The Brunswick company started making saloon fixtures in Cincinnati, so it is a fun touch of history! Make sure you order one of their amazing beers or my favorite, the Cincinnati Gin that I’ve been lucky enough to partner with them on!

Another super cool place to enjoy the historic lager callers is to make a reservation for a table at Ghost baby! Ghost baby is located 4 stories under the 1313 Vine Street Building. The entrance is located in the back on Republic Street between 13th and 14th Streets. It’s such an amazing place with fantastic cocktails and the best live Jazz music! Make sure you make a reservation to get a table before you go, as it is always packed! Cincinnati is just full of magic and what’s better is that you get to explore so much….often with a drink in hand! I can’t wait for the next adventure!


Written by Molly Wellmann

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Savings & Deals in the City (5/16)

Western Athletic Club
Summer Club Membership Special
Learn about everything from food and drink specials, ticket discounts, exclusive offerings and so much more! Stay in the know with
Everything Cincy!
Pedal Wagon Cincinnati
15% Off Cruises Booked in April, May, or June
Johnny’s Car Wash
$10 Off Complete Detail Service
Livio Med Spa
May Special $50 Off Lasers
Ault Park
$10 Off Summer Sip Tasting Tickets
Crafts & Vines
10% Off Retail Wines
Five Iron Golf
Founding Member 50% Off Deal
Florence Y’alls
$50 2023 Bluegrass Blowouts Package

Murals of The Cincy Wallflower

Artwork & Photos by: Rebekah Del Matto


Throughout the Queen City area there are over 30 charming murals made by Rebekah Del Matto also known as The Cincy Wallflower. She is a local Muralist for hire that will amaze you with how she can transform any space that you have into a work of art! Her murals add incredible visual elements that can be created on just about any surface and at any location. Many of her pieces are lovely accent walls in homes, businesses, and now in parks!

@cincywallflower

“I love so much about what I do. I have always
been in customer service and went to DAAP for Fine Arts. I think in a way it’s combining the two skills I’ve worked on the most. Being a custom mural artist you have to be flexible to work with so many different people and really enjoy the hands-on part of installing the mural. I love working with each client in tweaking my style to fit theirs. Sometimes you get lucky in getting a job where you have full creative freedom but a lot of it is learning about the person’s style/business and making sure it suits their wants/needs. I love when I make something I’m excited about but that the client is even more.”

Rebekah is always gracious to share insights about her experiences as The Cincy Wallflower. We had the pleasure of getting more familiar with everything that she does by asking her a few questions about her creative pursuits. She graciously provided us with fantastic details to her collaborations that brought new meaning to the positive
influence that Art can make on an environment and the community. There are endless opportunities to be enchanted by The Cincy Wallflower paintings and the list of locations that the public can view her murals is growing rapidly.


I have been honored to work in some awesome locations in Cincy/Northern Kentucky. You can see my work at Arnold’s Bar & Grill, UGO Gelato, Lunar Beauty Bar, Goose & Elder, Washington Park, Ziegler Park, Madtree Alcove, Bomb Cat Salon, Garden Grove Organics, and a handful of new locations that are soon to be open!”

Take a journey exploring these amazing places to see the diversity among the different styles of murals that Rebekah specializes in. There isn’t any idea too far out there that this talented artist won’t entertain to create!

“I view each project as a victory and
challenge and when they are complete
you can’t help but feel a little proud.
The two murals that make me feel
most proud would be the one located
at UGO Gelato and a mural I painted
for a local Airbnb. The Airbnb mural is
a project that I feel represents how my
art career has been connected and
grown. It’s a golden mustard backdrop
with smaller floral and illustrated
elements that created a wallpaper
effect. I have always been obsessed
with wallpaper and I think that’s where
my obsession with murals came from. I
love pieces that use the color and style
of the space to elevate and unite the
room.

UGO gelato is a mural displaying Sicily’s famous prickly pear. It was such a fun way to stick to my ‘color- blocking’ style but at a slightly smaller scale to add depth and detail. This mural is the one that is most often re-posted. It’s so much fun to see others enjoying the art and really see how art can be used to excite others and also bring attention to the business.”

At Arnold’s Bar and Grill are themed wall paintings that are inspired by the fascinating history and aesthetics of the restaurant. The murals reference the past and interpret the imagery in contemporary ways that are delightful to look at and fun to take selfies with!” Their Chef, Kayla Robison was one of the first people to commission The Cincy Wallflower to create a piece specific to what she loves to do for a living in her personal kitchen that she does a lot of cooking in! Kayla often films how to shows in her kitchen and you can catch a glimpse of the custom made mural.
http://www.arnoldsbarandgrill.com

@arnolds_cincinnati
@commandernbeef

“The first mural I ever painted was for a
friend/coworker Kayla Robison and it
was in her kitchen at home. Since she is
a chef in the city she wanted a food
inspired mural to be the backdrop to her
cooking segments she films in her
kitchen. She had full confidence in me
and actually gave me freedom in how I
executed her vision. To be technical it
wasn’t actually painted with a brush but
was created with paint markers since it
was an intricate wall of illustrations
displaying various vegetables. This
illustration style has popped up in a
handful of other murals I have done and
was such a fun starting point in my
creative path as a muralist.”

Artwork by: Rebekah Del Matto
Photo by: Kayla Robinson
Model: Luna Robinson


For each mural The Cincy Wallflower goes over concepts with you to bring the perfect design ideas to life for any desired destination! She goes through the entire process with you from start to finish to ensure that the outcome is exactly how you envisioned it to be.

“I think working in nurseries and playrooms is so much fun! Especially if it’s for a first time mother. One nursery I painted was for a couple that I met from bartending. When they found out that they were pregnant they reached out and wanted an arch of flowers around their crib. It was so sweet to have a full circle of friendship and go from being regulars at the bar to getting to work with them in creating a sentimental mural for their next step in becoming parents. We worked together to create a color floral piece and got to add a couple of Iris’ to represent her grandmother’s favorite flower.”

Her website is extremely user friendly and very easy to navigate through. On her site will discover some of her fabulous pieces in her online gallery to get inspiration and maybe even start planning a mural as a gift for Mothers Day coming up!


https://www.thecincywallflower.com
Written by: Christen Collins
Art and Photos by Rebekah Del Matto

Featured Mother’s Day Brunches

Alcove

  • Join us on Mother’s Day for Brunch from 10am to 3pm

Butcher & Barrel 

  • Brunch will be served from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. with a special brunch menu. Appetizers, salads and sides will also be available.

Cincinnati Art Museum 

  • – In addition to the free general admission to the museum you can always enjoy, the Terrace Cafe is offering a Mother’s Day brunch from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Reservations are required and cost $43.95 per person or $19.95 for children 12 and under. Children under 4 are free.

Coppin’s

  • brunch buffet will run from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. It will be $75 for adults, $55 for seniors 55 and older, and $19 for children ages 4-12. Children under 4 are free.

Frankie’s

  • Join us to celebrate Mom and kick off a new Brunch menu at Frankie’s! 

LouVino

  • Adults are $30, and children under 12 are $12. Coffee, soda, iced tea and lemonade are included in the menu price. LouVino will have a special brunch menu for Mother’s Day, and its regular brunch menu will not be available. 

Hofbrauhaus Newport 

  • Treat your mom to a lovely brunch at Hofbrauhaus Newport Brewery & Restaurant this Mother’s Day! Gather the whole family as Hofbrauhaus serves delicious brunch favorites plus yummy cocktails! Need to find the perfect last-minute gift for mom? Don’t worry; Hofbrauhaus has you covered with 20% off everything in its gift shop, just for mom.

Metropolitan Club

  • Join us for our Mother’s Day brunch. Enjoy a lovely day with your mom and family! 

Moerlein Lager House

  • Enjoy Mother’s Day weekend with brunch from Moerlein Lager House on May 13th-14th from 10am to 3pm! We’ll have our full brunch menu plus specialty menu items like our quiche with roasted red pepper, sausage, and fontina cheese. As well as mimosa flights and a special dessert trio of assorted Servatii pastries. 

Pampas

Prime 

  • Join us at Prime for Mother’s Day brunch or dinner. Reservations available from 11am to 8pm

Shiners

  • Looking for the perfect way to celebrate Mothers Day? Join us for a special Mother’s Day brunch from 11am – 3pm. Shiners is please to bring to the table and delicious Brunch menu featuring our signature dishes like our all new Angeled Eggs, Pineapple Upside Down Pancakes, Brioche Stuffed French Toast, Big Ol’ Biscuit & Gravy, and more! In addition, our patio is open and we are offering a full Mimosa Bar with fresh fruits and purées to dress up your drinks and enjoy in the sunshine! Make your reservation today by visiting our website

Street City Pub

  • Join us at Street City Pub for Mother’s Day brunch or dinner. Reservations available from 11am to 6pm. 

The Summit Hotel

  • Celebrate the special women in your life with a decadent Mother’s Day brunch at the Summit Hotel. Reservations are available from 11am to 1pm. 

The View at Shires Garden 

  • Brunch will be served from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on May 14. The standard brunch menu will be offered until 3 p.m., with dinner from 3:30-9 p.m. Outdoor reservations are not permitted due to weather unpredictability.

Savings & Deals in the City (5/2)

Moerlein Lager House
$15 off Derby Party Tickets
Ault Park
$10 off the Malts in Ault Event
Five Iron Golf
Founding Membership 50% Off
Shiners on the Levee
.75 Wing Monday
The Plant Dads
$5 Off Online Purchase of $30 or More
Hoxworth Blood Center
Free Zoo Ticket
MediMorph
Buy 4, Get 4 Free
On the Rhine Eatery
1/2 off Wine Every Wednesday

Jobs in the City (4/25)

Talbert House
Positions Hiring For: Professional Development Liaison
Talbert House empowers children, adults and families to live healthy, safe and productive lives. The agency’s network of services focuses on prevention, assessment, treatment and reintegration. Services are provided at multiple sites throughout Southwest Ohio. With a focus on quality, integrated behavioral health and primary care, Talbert House operates in the following five service lines: Addictions, Community Care, Court and Corrections, Housing and Mental Health. 

Click Here to Apply.
Pink Ribbon Good
Positions Hiring For: Peer Support and Education Coordinator, Cincinnati Transportation Specialist
Pink Ribbon Good provides healthy meals, rides to treatment, housecleaning services, cancer education and peer support to breast and gynecological cancer patients and their families, independent of age, stage or socio-economic status and free of charge.
To learn more and apply email vvarvel@pinkribbongood.org
MegaCorp Pavillion
Positions Hiring For: Marketing Internship
With over 180 events a year, MegaCorp Pavilion accommodates indoor audiences of up to 2,700 and an outdoor capacity for summer shows of up to 7,000 concert goers.
To learn more and apply email alyssa@promowestlive.com
The Plant Dads
Positions Hiring For: Kiosk Staff
The Plant Dads was born with the goal of making shopping for plants online, and in person, as enjoyable as it should be. We provide a large array of houseplants: from small desk plants, succulents, indoor and outdoor ferns, and even plants that will grow to become real statement pieces for any room. We take pride in the plants that we offer, and carefully select the best-quality plants for you. We have both part-time and full-time openings, plant knowledge necessary.
Click Here to Apply and Learn More.
Moerlein Lager house
Positions Hiring For: Multiple Positions
Prominently situated in the dynamic Smale Riverfront Park, the Moerlein Lager House offers a guest experience unlike any other – a working microbrewery producing a full line of Moerlein craft brews and delectable fare reminiscent of foods served in the city’s celebrated 19th century beer gardens.The Moerlein Lager House celebrates Cincinnati’s brewing heritage, while growing a new generation of craft beer lovers that enjoy the time-tested traditions of matching freshly brewed beer with freshly made food.
Click Here to Apply.
YMCA
Positions Hiring For: Summer Camp Counselors 
A career at the Y is more than a job – it’s an experience. That’s because the Y is more than a gym – it’s a cause! We work daily to positively impact lives through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.
Click Here to Apply.

Savings & Deals in the City (4/18)

Longworth-Anderson Series
BOGO 1/2 Off LAS Concerts
Woodhouse Day Spa’s
Mother’s Day Promo
Logan A/C and Heat Services
NEW Customers: $79 Service Call
Elevate Nutrition
Mega Tea Monday’s
MediMorph
Buy 4, Get 4 Free
Western Athletic Club
Learn Tennis Now for just $59
The Bark Park & Patio
15% off Pet Industry
Livio Med Spa
$100 Off Lip Filler

Jobs in the City (4/11)

Allie’s Walkabout
Positions Hiring For: Kennel Tech, Dog Handler and Front Desk
Every position at the Allie’s Walkabout operates as a discrete job function with scheduled, activities that specify the manner in which we do everything. Our customers have very high expectations because we are caring for a member of their family.
Click Here to Apply.
Alcove by MadTree Brewing
Positions Hiring For: Line Cook, Prep Cook
Located at 1410 Vine Street in Cincinnati’s historic Over the Rhine district, Alcove is a kitchen and bar that is warm, inviting and casual and features MadTree beers and house-made cocktails, sustainably-sourced wines and a range of seasonal farm-to-table offerings. Alcove’s main space features a large bar, lounge seating, dining areas and two intimate private dining rooms for small groups. 
Click Here to Apply.
YMCA
Positions Hiring For: Lifeguard
A career at the Y is more than a job – it’s an experience. That’s because the Y is more than a gym – it’s a cause! We work daily to positively impact lives through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.
Click Here to Apply.
Rich’s Proper Food and Drink
Positions Hiring For: Server/Bartender 
We are looking for an experienced server/bartender to provide an excellent guest experience. Good bartenders will be able to create classic and innovative drinks exceeding customers’ needs and expectations. Compensation includes hourly and tips. Saturday and Sunday availability preferred.
Click Here to Apply.
Voices of America Country Music Festival
Positions Hiring For: Festival Team Member
The Voices of America Country Music Fest launches in August 2023. The multi-day event takes place in the heart of West Chester, Ohio at the Voice of America Museum. This event will bring together nationally recognized country music artists including Old Dominion, Chris Young, Dan + Shay, and Alabama. Also included in the lineup are Lainey Wilson, Jake Owen, Riley Green, Gabby Barrett and 30 more of country’s hottest artist. VOACMF will also highlight local talent, local eats, and some of the nation’s most respected brands.
Click Here to Apply.
NYXX Cycle
Positions Hiring For: Front Desk Employees, Social Media Intern/Manager
NYXX cycle classes are a full body workout that is to the beat of the music and built by your instructor to be different every class. Our classes will encourage you to feel strong, motivated, and challenged. We are here to guide and encourage you to push beyond limits you never thought possible. Employees receive a free membership for 3-6 hours per week!To learn more and apply email info@nyxxcycle.com

Savings & Deals in the City (4/4)

Shiners on the Levee
.75 Wings Every Monday
Ault Park
Ault Vines Fine Wines $10 Off Tickets
Aruna Project
Buy 3 Headbands, Get 1 Free!
Fowling Warehouse
$12 Unlimited Play
Restore Hyper Wellness
Student Athlete Discounts!
Logan A/C and Heat Services
Early Bird Savings
The Plant Dads
$5 Off Your Purchase
Pampas Argentine Gastropub
Saturday Night Deal
LouVino OTR Restaurant and Winery
1/2 Prices Bottles of Wine
The Blind Pig
$10 Lunch Specials

Things to do Tuesdays; Solo in the City with Tiff in the Morning

Hi I’m Tiff of Tiff in the Morning on Kiss 1071 (heard weekdays 6-10a on iHeartRadio)


I do a lot of things alone…As someone who lived solo in city of Cincy for 4 years I’ve got this down to a science. Join me for tips on how to enjoy experiences alone during various activities…


Tonight I went to a comedy show/dinner at OTR eatery at the DT Kroger. Its centrally located in the city and the atmosphere lends itself to causal conversation, good food, and… grocery shopping if needed.


*Bonus Tiff tip: grocery shopping is a great conversation starter.


For this type of setting my number one recommendation is to sit and chat with the bartender, it’s not groundbreaking, but it’s a great start. Bartender who are not busy are often open to chatting, sharing recommendations, and will often bridge the gap to other people solo in the bar.

Easy questions to start:

  • “What do you recommend on tap?”
  • “What’s a typical night here look like?”
  • “ What else happens at this place, that I might like?”

My second recommendation is; If you find common ground with someone, exchange Instagram handles. This eliminated having to exchanges numbers with someone who don’t really care about (yet.)


*Bonus Tiff tip: FOLLOW UP! That’s my secret sauce, if I meet you and we hit it off, I will reach out and
DM within a day or two. I never wait for someone to come to me, its nothing personal, but people get
caught in their busy schedules.

  1. My final recommendation is… just do it. You usually wont regret the experience, but it’s natural for your mind to talk you out of it… hell! Our body literally protects us from things that are uncomfortable.

*bonus Tiff tip: I usually tell myself “Stay for 30 mins Tiff, then you can decide.”


Everything Cincy has loads of things to get you started … she does all the research, so you don’t have too, then stop by Tiff in the Morning Tuesday 9:20 for tips of the week.

Follow @thetiffpotter & @everythingcincy for more.