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WALT’S HITCHING POST: The History of a Kentucky Landmark

NAMED FOR ITS ORIGINAL OWNER, Walt’s Hitching Post was founded by Walt Ballanger and his wife Mary in 1942, establishing signature items such as Walt’s legendary smoke house ribs.

n 1958, Ballanger sold the restaurant to his neighbor Bill Melton, ing new life into the restaurant, while being careful to uphold its a young bartender at the White Horse Inn. Bill Melton kept the identity. Since its inception, this historic relic has served a wide range I name in Ballanger’s honor. The of prominent folks from politicians to “Hitching Post” got its name from cast- actors and more, including visits from iron posts where customers could tie legendary Adolph Rupp, the greatest up their horses. Walt’s has undergone at coach in college basketball history. least seven expansions since Melton took Folks in these parts are very familiar over the little restaurant in 1958 and ran with the delicious ribs complemented by it successfully for 50 years until his pass- Walt’s signature secret sauce. Other sta- ing in 2008. ple items include the Salted Rye Bread, Above: Current “caretakers” of Walt’s Hitching Post Long-time diners Bronson Trebbi Donny Arnsperger (left) and Bronson Trebbi (right). Tomato Garlic Dressing, and chicken and Donny Arnsperger purchased Walt’s livers, along with the addition of a new from the Melton Trust in September 2012. As new “caretakers” of the lineup of mouth-watering steaks. “It’s an icon and we wanted to bring establishment, they are committed to continuing its legacy by breath- it back,” says Arnsperger.

6 ULTIMATE JANUARY-FEBRUARY 2015 Folks in these parts are very familiar with the delicious ribs complemented by Walt’s signature secret sauce (below). Other staple items include the Salted Rye Bread, Tomato Garlic Dressing, and chicken livers, along with the addition of a new lineup of mouth-watering steaks (above).

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tive way, paying tribute to the sport that the nation has grown to fondly identify with Kentucky. “It’s a tradition 70 years in the making,” Trebbi said upon transi- tioning the ownership. “Our secret sauce was established long ago. The ribs will be as delicious as they always were. The rye bread will be like folks remember. Our challenge is to bridge the generations and restore the prestige that loyal followers have long appreciated. We will care- fully listen to our customers and will rise to that challenge.” n

During the restoration in 2012, the new owners preserved many existing fixtures and furnishings to preserve the rich history surrounding the property. This is best exemplified by the exposed log wall in the main dining room, showcasing the original log cabin that was used as a hunting lodge for Western & Southern executives in the early 1900s before it became Walt’s in 1942. For decades, Walt’s has been adorned with pictures of thoroughbreds, the prized possessions of the late Bill Melton, who also owned a horse farm and raced champion breeds. The new owners have expanded on the horse theme in an innova-

Below: For decades, Walt’s has been adorned with pictures of thoroughbreds, the prized possessions of the late Bill Melton, who also owned a horse farm and raced champion breeds. The new owners have retained the horse theme and expanded it in innovative ways.

JANUARY-FEBRUARY 2015 ULTIMATE 9 Come Sail Away! by Max West

Growing up, my idea of cruising was spending Friday and Saturday nights driving the family truck round and round the Burger Chef in Hillsboro, Ohio. It was an opportunity to be seen and to check out what my buddies were doing. And it was definitely the most efficient way of keeping up with current dating arrangements. My concept of cruising has changed over the years…

hile there are several definitions So where does one cruise? Just about any- really like being on the water go for a week, of “cruising,” I’ll use Mer- where there is a large or long body of water. but a “starter” cruise might be a good idea. riam-Webster’s: To sail about Most people in the eastern U.S. probably Once you are on board you can’t just tell the Wtouching a series of ports. In other words, it’s conjure up images of the Caribbean. There Captain to pull over and let you off. taking a big old boat ride and seeing lots of is no shortage of great destinations to visit Cruise lines offer many excursions that neat things along the way. there starting with inexpensive three-day you can book on-line before the cruise or By “big old boat,” I’m not kidding. Okay, cruises. It’s close, easy to get to, and does any- you can wait and do it on the ship. The most my wife corrected me when I called my first thing feel better than the tropical sun when popular will sell out early though so on-line cruise ship a boat. “They’re ships,” she said. it is below zero back in the Midwest? Plus, if preferable if there is something you really “You fish from a boat and cruise on a ship.” the Caribbean is blessed with a multitude of want to do. Here’s another tip: Book excur- No matter what you choose to call them, island and mainland shore excursion oppor- sions through your cruise line. The excursion most are huge — floating cities. And that is tunities. Travel to the top of Mt. Sage on operators they use are usually well vetted, not an exaggeration. Hillsboro, Ohio has a Tortola in the British Virgin Islands or climb dependable, and honest. Sure, you may be population of 6,605. Norwegian Bliss cruise an ancient Mayan pyramid in Belize. Then able to save a couple dollars by going ashore ship has a capacity of 7,150 including crew. again, maybe your idea of fun is shopping and negotiating your own side trips, but you The 2010 U.S. Census actually lists forty-five and there’s no market-Mecca more allur- may also find yourself stranded on some dis- Ohio cities with populations less than the ing than the all-saints stops of St. Maarten, tant beach or abandoned back street while Bliss’ capacity. St. Kitts, and St. Thomas. If you think you’ll your ship sails on to the next port of call.

10 ULTIMATE JANUARY-FEBRUARY 2015 Cruising is not limited to the an average November/Decem- Caribbean though. If you want ber temperature range of –15° to to take a cruise in an extreme 25° C. If your cruise offers shore environment, the adventurer excursions, remember you will out there might book a cruise be stepping into one of the most to the far southern regions of pristine and vulnerable environ- the globe — even to Antarctica. ments in the world and special Several lines offer cruises during care must be taken to preserve the austral summer period of it. You will be asked to scrub mid-November to March. With your boots clean before you go stops in the Falkland Islands ashore and whatever is carried and South Georgia Island, you in must be carried out. Stay on can experience the awakening the paths and avoid walking on of a vibrant wildlife community. ABOVE: Several lines offer cruises to Antarctica during the lichen beds or moss-covered You’ll see seals sunning on ice austral summer period of mid-November to March. slopes. Thinking of collect- floes and will enjoy whale sighting during the are hatching. ing some rocks or biological samples for full summer of mid-December and January. Dress warmly. The Antarctic region is the mantle back home? Don’t, because it is Ashore, the days are long and baby penguins one of the windiest places on earth and has strictly prohibited.

JANUARY-FEBRUARY 2015 ULTIMATE 11 ABOVE: An Alaskan Inside Passage cruise allows for a smoother, less choppy ride compared to the rough open waters of the Pacific Ocean to the west and the scenery is beyond description.

An Antarctic cruise is not for every- waters of the Pacific Ocean to the west. And boat. With no roads in or out, communities one but for the nature lover and the world the scenery is beyond description with the such as Ketchikan rely almost exclusively on explorer, this is an opportunity to see ice- snow-covered Canadian Rockies filling the tourist trade for survival. When the boats bergs, penguins, seals, and leave, townspeople roll up whales, as well as the most the sidewalks and wait for unique sunsets in the world. the next ship where they will 12,000 miles and half again offer handmade jew- a world away to the north, elry, clothing, and other local Alaska is a popular destination items. during the summer months We’ve touched on the of the Northern Hemisphere. Caribbean, Antarctica, and With ports of disembarka- Alaska. Where else is there to tion that are relatively easy sail? How about the pristine and inexpensive to reach, you waters of the Mediterranean, can choose from one and two- arguably the heart of modern week cruises through a variety civilization and the home of of cruise lines. Your journey more great shore excursions will take you north through than you could take in two the Inside Passage, a series of On Alaskan excursions, you will visit communities that are accessible lifetimes. This is an opportu- only by boat. With no roads in or out, communities such as Ketchikan small islands and coves that (ABOVE) rely almost exclusively on tourist trade for survival. nity to see both the present stretch from Washington and the past. From the Strait State all the way to southwest Alaska. The skies to the east. of Gibraltar at the western mouth of the Inside Passage allows for a smoother, less As for Alaskan excursions, you will visit Mediterranean to the shores of Lebanon, choppy ride compared to the rough open communities that are accessible only by Israel, and Egypt 2,400 miles to the east,

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18 ULTIMATE JANUARY-FEBRUARY 2015 ASPEN OR VAIL? Both are on your hot ski destination list! An old skiing cliché which says, “Vail has the mountain; Aspen has the town” still rings somewhat true.

The Case for Aspen Every winter is huge for Aspen! As one of the world’s most famous ski resorts, the very name Aspen is synonymous with a posh jet set crowd dressed in the latest European ski fashions and furs, and this reputation is somewhat deserved, since it is home to some of the most luxurious ski hotels and priciest ski town real estate on planet earth. Aspen is a great ski and snowboard destination for all abilities, one of the few that is equally appealing to rank beginners, advanced experts, singles, couples, and families. In Aspen you really can have it all, from champagne to PBR, tilapia to tacos. When people say they are going to ski Aspen, this is not literal, but rather refers to the destination, the town itself and the surrounding ABOVE: With more than 3,300 acres of terrain and 150 area, and collectively to the four resorts. The largest of these is massive miles of trails served by 21 lifts, Aspen’s Snowmass is the Snowmass, which would easily be a standalone world-class destination second largest ski resort in the nation. ski resort anyplace else, the second largest in the nation, and one of the most varied with an unrivalled 4,406 vertical feet and more than Buttermilk, an entire mountain focused on learning, with a plethora 3,300 acres of terrain with 150 miles of trails for every ability served of beginner and intermediate terrain, very family friendly and simply one of the best places on earth to learn to ski or snowboard, with both Aspen is a great ski and snowboard destination for great terrain and a top quality ski school. Finally there is Ajax, better all abilities, one of the few that is equally appeal- known as Aspen Mountain, rising right from the heart of town and ing to rank beginners, advanced experts, singles, surprisingly challenging. Many guests booking top dollar ski-in/ski- out lodging in town do not realize that Ajax is perhaps the only large couples, and families. ski resort in America with no green beginner terrain, and it is for inter- mediates and above, tall and fairly steep. by 21 lifts. There is literally everything here: steep cliff chutes, bowls, The town’s sole Forbes five-star hotel, the Little Nell, is one of the glades, cruisers, bumps, you name it, Snowmass has it, plus tons of on- best ski-in/ski-out hotels in North America. Aspen’s other classic hotel, mountain dining and lodging options. Its many condos make it family the Jerome, has gone through changes in ownership and management friendly, and it has perhaps the finest children’s facility in all of skiing, in recent years. They closed it down, gutted the place, and reopened the three-story, 25,000 square foot Treehouse complex, with a wide with an almost all new Jerome. The beloved J Bar saloon was left intact, variety of supervised programs for kids from 8 weeks to 14 years old. but the rooms were renovated and a small spa was added, food and Aspen Highlands has traditionally been the locals’ and experts’ service were massively upgraded – it is a nearly new hotel, and much mountain of choice. It is home to the famous Highlands Bowl, which better for it. requires a brief hike from the top of the chair to virgin powder lines. Where is Aspen Snowmass? Hiking and then skiing the bowl is practically a rite of passage for seri- The town of Aspen is 220 miles southwest of Denver International ous skiers headed to Aspen. At the opposite end of the spectrum is Airport. Frequent ground transportation operates between Denver airport and Aspen. Rental cars are another option, although once in Hiking and then skiing the famous Highland Bowl (BELOW) Aspen a car isn’t really necessary as there is a free bus and shuttle sys- is practically a rite of passage for serious skiers headed tem that travels around town and between the ski resorts. to Aspen. Aspen-Pitkin County Airport is another gateway airport, about 3 miles (5 km) from Aspen and 6 miles from Snowmass. Flights originate from various cities including Denver, Los Angeles, SLC and Chicago. The downside of flying into Aspen is the risk of the airport closing in foul weather. Aspen Activities Aspen Snowmass has a plethora of off-slope activities on offer including ice skating, paragliding, hot air ballooning, day spas or a soak in hot springs. Other on-snow activities include snow shoeing and cross country skiing. Aspen is also heaven for any super-shopper with designer clothing shops, gift shops, galleries, and plenty of ski and snowboard shops. You don’t need to partake in organized activities to make the most of Aspen. People-watching on the streets or in restaurants is amazing and an activity in itself.

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Receive a $100 gift card with a purchase of $1000 or more. Throw in Vail’s sister mountain, Beaver Creek, and the Vail Valley is an unparalleled snow sports complex comprising nearly 7,000 acres of richly varied ski terrain served by 45 lifts. It’s European in its scope and diversity. In fairness though, one must add in the three other Roaring Fork River Valley ski areas in the Aspen complex when comparing and con- trasting Aspen and Vail. Of them, only Snowmass, with its 3,010 acres and 21 lifts, comes close to Vail’s massiveness and variety of terrain. Both Aspen Highlands, even with its steep and challenging new High- land Bowl expansion, and Buttermilk, a tiny family hill known more for its terrain park, are smallish areas that can be experienced in a matter of days, if not hours. Vail can take years. “The reality is, it takes four Aspen ski mountains to accomplish what two do at Vail and Beaver Creek,” wrote one Vail-area newspa- ABOVE: Aspen’s sole Forbes five-star hotel, the Little Nell, per columnist. Throw into the mix the fact that Vail averages about 60 is one of the best ski-in/ski-out hotels in North America. more inches of snow a season than the Aspen mountains (360 versus 300), and it’s easy to see how the whole “Vail has the mountain” cliché Why go on an Aspen Ski Holiday? got started. This, of course is only a matter of opinion well open for Aspen is probably not the place to ski or snowboard on a shoe- debate from the skiers in Aspen and Vail! There are many reasons to string, but you pay for the quality that you get including huge terrain, ski both resorts. great resort infrastructure, and world class service. Another highlight Vail is the often referred to as the most consistent mountain in the of Aspen is the nightlife. There are lots of happening bars and the social world. It will almost always have snow coverage, great grooming, and aspects of an Aspen ski holiday are hard to beat. when the Back Bowls have good conditions, there is nothing that can Despite the shopping, the nightlife, and all the other Aspen extras, match them. If you have one week a year to ski and don’t want to risk the core product in Aspen has always been and will always be the ski- being shut out of any skiing whatsoever, Vail is usually a good bet! ing and snowboarding. An Aspen holiday is hard to beat … Aspen vs. Vail lacks the super-steep, challenging terrain of Highland Bowl or Vail: the ultimate ski-town rivalry! the Hanging Valley area of Snowmass. But let’s face it, most weekend warriors aren’t former extreme skiing champs and they get only one ski Vs. Vail North America’s largest single ski mountain, the “V” in Vail stands for “vast,” while the “A” in Aspen is all about “ambience.” Vail sprang from a sheep pasture in 1962; Aspen already had a turn-of-the-century mining town complete with red-brick buildings and classic Victorian architecture at its base when it opened for skiing Nationally Syndicated Radio & TV Host in 1946. Kathryn Raaker, president of Tri State Vail has many fine restaurants and shops, but you will be ener- Connection, is an experienced PR gized by the change of pace of a weekend in Aspen—the electricity and Marketing Executive as well as a of its nightlife, the cool sophistication of its shopping and dining. producer, and TV radio host. She is currently the Executive Producer of BELOW: Vail, often referred to as the most consistent five television shows on the Dr TV Channel, a national TV Network mountain in the world, averages about 60 more inches of www.DrTVChannel.com. Her programs also appear on snow a season than the Aspen mountains. Time Warner, Cincinnati Bell Fiber Optics Comcast, Intertainment Network, Talk 4 TV, and World TV and Internet TV.

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NESTLED AMONG THE FOOTHILLS OF THE APPALACHIAN MOUNTAINS, just north of the winding Ohio river, you’ll find a quiet place where the simple life offers refuge from the daily hustle and bustle.

Here, the pace of life slows down a very friendly to the Inn guests and may stop The Inn’s elegantly simple accommoda- little — just enough to notice a small wave and say hello to them along the trails or the tions compliment the beauty of its natural from the cars that pass you on the road and fence lines. Amish children pass through the surroundings. The Guest House features the smell of fresh bread cooling in a neigh- Murphin Ridge Inn property as a short-cut, ten guest rooms, six with fireplaces, all with bor’s kitchen. It’s the little things about life in private baths. Nine two-person cabins sit Adam’s County. on the edge of the woods and feature large At the end of a country lane, almost whirlpool tubs, two-person showers, pri- directly in the middle of the county, lays a vate porches and remote control fireplaces, retreat for weary souls, romance for couples, perfect for romantic and personal retreats. and a recharge for business groups at the Both the Guest House rooms and cabins fea- Murphin Ridge Inn. Situated on 142 acres, ture central air conditioning, with wireless the Inn’s natural surrounding are tranquil internet available in the Guest House and and inspiring. The secluded setting includes Dining rooms. All accommodations are fit- nearly four miles of hiking trails and abun- ted with custom-made furnishings by David dant wildlife such as white-tailed deer, wild T. Smith, a noted southern Ohio builder of turkey, butterflies, and numerous species of early-American reproduction furniture. birds, making the Inn the yearly destination Paula and Jerry Schutt, owners of the for events such as the Amish Bird Sympo- Inn, bring their farming and restaurant sium. background to the dinner plates of the The Inn is situated in the heart of the to and from their one-room school. Almost Ridge. Summer meals are marked with daily Wheat Ridge Amish settlement, recognized every night you can hear the clop-clop of a harvests from the four on-property gardens as the fifth largest Amish community in neighbors’ horse while you’re relaxing in one and supplemented with local Amish produce the state of Ohio. The Amish neighbors are of the Inns Adirondack chairs. from neighboring farms. Dining outside on

24 ULTIMATE JANUARY-FEBRUARY 2015 the patio gives guests a ring-side view of the wood-fired Brick Oven, a new addition to the Inn’s culinary offerings. Homemade pizzas topped with fresh-from-the-garden ingredients compliment a seasonal menu that offers something for everyone. A large barbecue smoker resides just behind the brick oven and smokes up some of the finest, hickory smoked baby back ribs on Saturdays from April to November. All year long the Murphin kitchen offers hand-cut steaks and chops to savor, home-made pastas, vegetar- ian plates, or down-home fresh fried chicken with seasonal sides to tickle the palate. The Inn offers a large selection of premium and local wines, favorite bourbons and cock- tails, and local craft beers to compliment After dinner, winter or summer, guests Roasters and a warm-from-the-oven muffin. the award winning dinners. All desserts are love to gather around and relax at the fire Fresh fruit, homemade granola and special- made in the Inn’s kitchen daily along with pit, sharing stories over a steaming mug of ties such as Foggy Bottom Pancakes and fresh baked cookies for the guests’ afternoon the Inn’s signature mulled cider. And with homemade sausage ensure that guests leave snacks. the nearest street light miles away, be sure to Adams County with full bellies and warmed While the cooler months lay bare the look up once in a while at the night sky. It’s a hearts. For adventures that span the after- bounty of the gardens, the Inn’s off-season view that will put any weary city folk at ease. noon hours, the Inn offers bountiful boxed offers a quiet retreat for any who would Your stay at Murphin Ridge Inn wouldn’t lunches, perfect for hiking and picnics. find the Ridge. Intimate holiday gatherings be complete without a full country break- Amish shopping in the area is a big around the fireplaces in the 1828 Dining fast, served in a authentic 1808 log cabin attraction, and the local bakeries and furni- House create traditions that guests love to room, and the Inn goes all out. Start with ture shops are open every day but Sunday. return to year after year. specially blended coffee from Seven Hills There you can stop in for a midday snack

JANUARY-FEBRUARY 2015 ULTIMATE 25 of Miller’s famous Fry Pies in every flavor or a cream horn or two from Keim’s family market. Antique hunters can also rejoice, as there’s something for everyone to be found along the back roads, from huge deposito- ries of hard-to-find goodies to mom and pop operations filled with local character. Enjoy the beautiful scenic hills along the highways and back roads of Adams County. The famous Native American Ser- pent Mound is just minutes away from the Inn. Another notable attraction is the Blake Pharmacy in West Union that features their operation of an authentic 1960 soda fountain. A trip to the soda fountain is like stepping back in time, where you can still purchase a Coke for a nickel, or enjoy a real hand dipped milkshake at Blake’s. Just a

short drive from the old drug store takes you to the Ohio River where you can find a local vineyard and winery, known as Moyers, that features fine wines and beautiful views of the river. Several day hikes are featured in Adams County, one of the most scenic hikes is the Edge of Appalachia’s “Buzzard’s Roost Rock” trail. Scenic Brush Creek is also just minutes from the Inn. Adams County offers a place to get away when you can’t go far, and with the Murphin Ridge Inn there to offer an open door and a warm meal, for a peaceful get-away to trav- elers from near and far can be sure to create memorable experiences for years to come. The Murphin Ridge Inn is located at 750 Murphin Ridge road, West Union, Ohio, phone-1-877-687-7446. More information is available online at www. murphinridgeinn.com. n

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year ago, after it stopped hailing outside, a cab peeled a skid-mark in the middle of the street and sped off, leaving me stranded on an icy sidewalk. It was my first New Year’s Eve in New York, and I wanted it to be memorable, but I felt drenched, cold, and pathetic. What a mess.

AUpon seeing me holler at the cab, “Where is this bus going?” I yelled to some college-aged kids—two guys, no one in particular, as the bus’s blaring three girls—serenaded me with “Let it music boomed, making it difficult to hear Go.” Frozen had only been out for about anything. I checked the time on my cell a month at this point last year, so the phone and saw that it was an hour and a song wasn’t too much of a cliché yet. half until midnight—my cheek muscles Regardless, I’m terrible at comebacks tightened. I needed to catch a ride quick- and had nothing to say to the group ly, or else risk being late to my fiancé’s chuckling at me. Bug-eyed, I gaped at party in Brooklyn. Fortunately, someone them, looking even more absurd than I on the bus shouted something about already felt. Brooklyn, so I climbed onto the bus and I seriously considered jumping these saw that several young adults, their ages kids until, out of the corner of my eye, I ranging from eighteen to twenty-five, saw something extraordinary: a massive flailing about inside of it. They yelled party bus—that had altered its exterior over pop music that was so loud no one so that it looked like a fire truck— could have possibly known what the stopped on the curb beside me. Quick- lyrics were. Disco balls twirled. Lights ly, the bus’s doors flung open and a flashed. I immediately regretted my few people rushed out. Shell-shocked, I decision and turned to leave; however, a gawked at the party bus’s sirens and throng of dancing teenagers blocked the watched as its red lights flashed across door, which abruptly closed. my face, dazzling me. year ago, after it stopped hailing outside, a cab peeled a skid-mark in the middle of the street and sped off, leaving me stranded on an icy sidewalk. It was my first New Year’s Eve in New York, and I wanted it to be memorable, but I felt drenched, cold, and pathetic. What a mess.

JANUARY-FEBRUARY 2015 ULTIMATE 31 received several missed calls and text messages from my fiancé. I groaned. I didn’t like worrying her, but I felt obligated to at least say something—anything—to Baby New Year before I responded to her. “Are you guys going to make it to Times Square in time?” I asked. I don’t think Old New Year heard me correctly because two screaming teenagers had boogied up beside him. But he nodded and yelled over them, “Which is why this year is going to be saying, “Yeah, but let me show you my different,” said Baby New Year, biting growth chart first. I hit puberty pretty his gums. “Trust me.” hard in March and was wearing dentures “Oh, yeah?” I asked in a high-pitched, by August.” singsong voice. “What are you going to While Old New Year reached into his do about it? Go Ben Franklin on us.” pocket, I peered down at Baby New there appeared to be a small kite that he I nodded at the kite. Year. “You know,” I said, “you don’t “No!” I yelled. “No!” fiddled with since his tiny fingers “Okay, first off,” said Baby New Year, have to do this whole hang-glide-in- Some people collapsed into seats scraped against it. “don’t talk to me like I’m a baby, I’m to-Seacrest thing. Seriously, you could while others clung onto nearby dancing “Bet he doesn’t even know who we are,” better than that. And second, I don’t fall or, I don’t know, get bronchitis.” poles. Meanwhile, I stumbled onto my said the baby. appreciate the Ben Franklin reference “Bronchitis?” Baby New Year clasped knees, as the bus zoomed forward. When Before I could even stammer out a because this, my friend, is not a kite; it’s his small hands over his mouth. I resurfaced, a hand grasped my shoul- sentence, the old man leaned in. “I’m a hang glider.” Baby New Year raised an “Oh, yeah,” I said. “In this cold air, der and tugged me onward, dragging Old New Year,” he said, “and this is Baby infant-sized hang glider up so that I totally possible.” I paused and watched me toward an open seat. Once I plopped New Year.” He nodded at the baby could see its tiny wheels and handlebar as Baby New Year’s eyes darted about, down, I glanced at the person dragging sitting between us. They both glanced at underneath its wings. My pulse quick- thinking. me and was startled to see that it was an me and waited for my reaction—out of ened. What were these two thinking? The party bus slowed to a stop as Old elderly man. Donning an unkempt trench confusion, I tilted my head at them. “I custom-made that glider myself,” New Year dropped a large piece of coat, he looked to be about a hundred “And that is why we need publicity,” said Old New Year, beaming. “Took me paper over Baby New Year’s top hat; it years old and had long gray hair, which said Baby New Year, cursing. my whole year to do it, but I think it was was Old New Year’s growth chart. He complemented his scruffy beard. “You see”—Old New Year hollered worth it.” babbled about it while I rose to my feet “Just settle in, bud,” said the old man, over the music—“on every New Year’s “I’m going to hang glide off of One and tried excusing myself, and I think he “I can spot a black sheep when I see one.” Eve, a new Baby New Year becomes a Times Square when the ball drops,” said would have kept rambling until he saw I squirmed about until I heard a mascot for the New Year. He ages from Baby New Year, “and then crash right that Baby New Year had disappeared squeal, then glanced at the most peculiar baby to old man within that one year and into Seacrest. That outta get us some without his hang glider. Swearing aloud, thing I ever saw: a baby boy, who when he’s promoted to Old New Year, publicity, right?” Old New Year hollered something about couldn’t have been any older than a year, like myself, then he passes on his knowl- I waited for both of them to exchange “that little maggot” while I glanced out a sat next to me. edge to the next Baby New Year on New laughter, to slap my back and assure me window and saw Baby New Year sprint- I knew at once that this baby wasn’t Year’s Eve. Pretty basic stuff, really, and that the whole thing was a prank. But ing away on the sidewalk outside, his top normal. He wore three different gar- it’s this ongoing cycle that has been when neither chuckled, I understood hat falling off his head. ments: a banner across his bare chest going on for centuries. But for some that their “crash into Seacrest” plan was that said “Happy New Year,” a black top reason, people have forgotten about us.” totally legitimate. I felt my phone vibrate hat, and a diaper. However, on his lap, in my pocket and saw that I had

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JANUARY-FEBRUARY 2015 ULTIMATE 35 Thunderdome Restaurant Group: Behind the trio making waves in OTR and around the US

by Grace Yek, WCPO Contributor A fantasy poker game with Joe Lanni, John Lanni and Alex Blust might sound like this: “I’ll see your restaurant and raise you 20 more.” You may not immediately recognize their names, but they are the force behind the restaurants making waves on the local and national front. Most recently, one of their restaurants, Bakersfield in Over-the- Rhine, was featured on Guy Fieri’s “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives” on Food Network. The trio has nearly 30 restaurants under their belt, many of which are mul- tiple units of winning restaurant concepts. Take Currito, the fast-casual burrito restaurant, for example. In addition to the Cincinnati locations, Currito is spread across half a dozen states, from Massa- chusetts to Pennsylvania, adding up 20 locations. Bakersfield, known for its Mexican Above: Thunderdome Restaurant Group’s three prongs outside their new street grub, has three other locations in offices on Walnut Street: John Lanni (left), Joe Lanni (middle), Alex Blust (right). Columbus, Charlotte and Indianapolis. Two more restaurants are in the works: “We don’t go around calling each matters. Nashville and Cleveland. other president or vice president,” Joe, the Blust is the team builder extraordi- There’s also SoHi in Oxford, which older brother, said. naire. He’s the day-to-day operations guy specializes in grilled sandwiches, and “We each spearhead an area, but for their full-service restaurants, leading then there’s The Eagle, the food and beer really, we collectively work on everything,” the “RTR” — recruiting, training and reten- hall in Over-the-Rhine. You could say this John explained. tion for their organization. group has mastered the art of develop- The group often describes themselves Together, they are Thunderdome Res- ing and expanding successful restaurant as having “the three-pronged approach.” taurant Group. concepts. One of the prongs, John, leads the operations for the Currito restaurants, as well The Stars Line Up The Three Prongs as the space design and marketing for Joe and John are no strangers to The brothers Lanni and Blust are Bakersfield and The Eagle. the restaurant industry. They grew up hard-charging, but still maintain an easy Joe is the “culinary guy,” taking charge around The Great Steak and Potato empire demeanor. They have also rid themselves of the menus at their restaurants. He also that their father, Nick Lanni, built. The of traditional corporate formality. handles lease negotiations and other legal crown jewel of mall food courts, The Great

36 ULTIMATE JANUARY-FEBRUARY 2015 opportunity in the fast-casual burrito restaurant segment. “We knew we would do something in that space.” Within a year, Joe and John were up and running with their first gig: A fast-casual burrito restaurant, Currito, near the Univer- sity of Cincinnati. “Our tagline is ‘burritos without bor- ders,’” Joe said. “We take the common vessel of the tortilla, and fill it with flavors from around the world.” At Currito, you can bundle up Thailand, India and the Mediterranean in the palm of your hand. The brothers crossed paths with Blust when they got the chance to open Currito Cantina at the Newark airport. This Cur- rito would be a full-service restaurant, complete with a bar. Since neither brother had full-service restaurant experience, they called on Blust. Above: The Eagle side dishes — Collards (left), White Cheddar Grits (back), Blust, who was working elsewhere at and Sweet Potato Crock (right). that time, flew on his days off to train the Cur- rito crew in Newark. When they opened in Steak and Potato Co. had more than 250 The New Lanni Venture October 2010, the restaurant was, accord- locations at one time. When the right buyer came along ing to Blust, “gangbusters out the gate.” “Growing up, dad always steered us in 2004, Nick sold The Great Steak and As the three were having dinner at toward the restaurant gig. We had the Potato business, prompting Joe and John the Hilton in the airport, they had an forethought we’d be entrepreneurs one to return to Cincinnati to figure out their next epiphany: Open a full-service restaurant day, or work in dad’s business,” John said. move. in Cincinnati. Thus, began their Over-the- Born and raised in Hamilton, Joe and “When dad sold, I was in Chicago and Rhine ventures: Bakersfield and The Eagle. John were groomed early to become res- Joe was in Boston,” John said. The broth- Bakersfield opened in February 2012, taurant entrepreneurs. Joe went to Babson ers immediately recognized the booming and The Eagle in December 2013. College, a premier business school in Mas- sachusetts. He went on to cut his teeth in Below: The Eagle Fried chicken sandwich with coleslaw, spicy mayo, and house pickles. franchise development, first with Cendant Corporation, and later, Pizzeria Uno. John went to Cornell University to learn about hotel and restaurant management, and went on to work for the iconic hospitality group, Lettuce Entertain You, in Chicago. A Ross native, Blust enrolled in the hotel and restaurant management pro- gram at Le Cordon Bleu Institute in Pittsburgh. He took a job with the Ritz- Carlton Group at The Lodge and Spa at Cordilerra, in Edwards, Colorado — right out of college. Blust was a manager at Trio Bis- tro when Nick sought him out to manage Tavo, a new restaurant he was opening in 2002. Although the restaurant venture was short-lived, Blust would work again with the Lanni family some years later.

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“We don’t over- “We don’t overreach. We’re reach. We’re not Salazar or Jean-Rob- not Salazar or Jean-Robert, ert, but we offer food but we offer food that’s deli- that’s delicious... that cious... that we can own,” we can own,” Joe said. — Joe Lanni The Eagle is known locally and nation- Cafe in Over-the-Rhine. They plan to ally for its spicy, sultry open Krueger’s Tavern in December, fried chicken. In fact, which is expected to be a casual restau- it’s been written about rant with a small, specialized menu and a in national media like distinct theme, similar to The Eagle and Huffington Post. Bakersfield. “We focus more The group recently moved into their on concepts, and new office space on Walnut Street in Over- Above: Inside Bakersfield, serving up authentic, Mexi- being sure that we can the-Rhine. It’s hands-down a huge office, can street fare, and a selection of over 100 tequilas and if not a tad unconventional — it comes fur- American whiskeys do it well and consis- tently,” Joe continued. nished with a pool table. Just as impor- When asked if they had any advice for The Midas Touch tantly is the “get-it-done” culture in the the aspiring restaurant entrepreneur, Joe The winsome trio has the art of the organization. said, “Come work for us for a while. We restaurant down to a science. Their “We hire the hospitality gene. Our need good people.” secret? Each other. people really care about others, and mak- “Not one of us could have achieved ing someone else’s day,” John added. what we’ve achieved by doing it ourselves,” All three know only too well the res- Joe acknowledged. “We are type A people, taurant business is no walk in the park. and we want to get it done. With three peo- They work long hours, and their days ple charging hard, we can get a lot done.” touch an endless number of things. It’s Blust added, “If I tried to open a res- not uncommon for them to drop every- taurant by myself, I’d probably be stuck thing and travel to their many national working in that one restaurant, trying to do locations to handle operational situations. payroll and everything else. I wouldn’t be “There is no typical day. This is not able to see the forest for the trees.” a business you can run from the office,” Nick, the Lanni patriarch, also has a Joe said. hand in their winning formula. “We could not have grown as fast if The Next Chapter not for their dad, and the infrastructure he This terrific trio is going full speed Grace Yek writes about food for WCPO Digital. She is a certified had in place,” Blust noted, referring to the ahead with their next big thing: Krueger’s chef-de-cuisine with the American experience gained from The Great Steak & Tavern. This new venture embraces the Culinary Federation, and a former Potato enterprise. neighborhood tavern feel, with house chemical engineer. Questions or The group has a knack for know- made sausages, a more in-depth menu, comments? Connect with her on ing what people like, and making it and a wide selection of beer. It occupies Twitter: @Grace_Yek. approachable. the space that was formerly Lavomatic

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JANUARY-FEBRUARY 2015 ULTIMATE 39 Seduction, Love, and Culinary Magic by Donna Griffin

The connection between feeding of the soul and heart. En route, magi- can they do to affect our moods? Does the appetite and love or mood is well attested: “If cal things may happen. choice of a particular menu favor one situa- music be the food of love, play on;” “the way The time-honored tradition of the tion rather than another? And, does the time to a man’s heart is through his stomach;” “bet- romantic candlelit dinner for two takes on a of year – working with all the element of psy- ter is a dinner of herbs where love be;” “for he new guise as we investigate the ways to weave chic thought enhance the magical dimension on honey-dew hath fed.” Food has the task of magic into our meals, turning every recipe of food for certain romantic situations? nourishing the body and brain; love, of feed- into a spell. Creating a magical setting – You need few ing the soul and spirit; and sometimes the two The power of magical thought – Aphro- special tools to create magic in your cookery. overlap. disiacs have long had a place in our romantic Candles of various colors have an important This, then, is our journey – to celebrate imaginations, but is there any truth in their function at your dinner table, just as they do in the link between physical sustenance and efficacy? Herbs, we know, add flavor and ritual magic. Scented candles or fragrant oils love: between the feeding of the body, and the garnish to the dishes we eat; but what more in burners can have a bearing on the mood of

40 ULTIMATE JANUARY-FEBRUARY 2015 ABOVE: Lover’s Salad with mixed baby greens and fresh flowers. your guest(s), amorous or otherwise. Music Ah, you slurped long strands of spaghetti and schedule? Food and love are so elemental that adds another ingredient, just as important as dabbed tomato sauce from each other’s chins. you might forget to make time for them. the herbs or the wine. A little knowledge can The waiter suggested Chianti. One of you Take time to slow down, light the candles, be mastered to a brilliant effect. suggested a movie later. Those were the days, sip the wine, and enjoy the flavors of each and Make every meal a magical experience – I right? Back when you had time. Does it ever every morsel you taste, hold hands, touch, encourage you to show a bit of festive spirit seem as though delectable food and earth- feel, smell, taste, listen to each other and enjoy in everyday situations and how to capture moving passion no longer fits into your hectic the magic of your Valentine! that special feeling of festivity in every ordi- nary meal. I hope it will also encourage you BELOW: Steamed Mussels with Curry, Saffron, and Lemon Grass to make stronger magic for any celebratory occasion….we need to be reminded of the need for enthusiasm in our lives. The ges- ture of hospitality spreads wonderful warmth and happiness. It helps to balance duty and responsibility of work with outright merri- ment and release of pressure. Enjoy everything you do towards your meal. Enchanted food is an extension of your own magical thought. Prepare everything with love and bonhomie. It will bounce back on you, and sweeten the lives of everyone you touch. Lace the world around you with magic. Create the mood for love – Even cynics who doubt the plausibility of veritable aphro- disiacs admit that the act of breaking bread together is an appetizing form of foreplay. The table is such an obvious meeting point that couples overlook it after the first few dates.

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Rack of Lamb with Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes Suggested wines Cabernet, Cabernet- Merlot Blend, Rioja Reserve, or Chianti Classico

Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes 1 whole head garlic ¼ cup olive oil plus 1 tablespoon – Salt and Pepper 4 medium red potatoes, peeled 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil ¼ cup heavy cream, warmed, plus extra, ABOVE: Rack of Lamb with Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes if needed Steamed Mussels with heat. Add the scallions and pepper. Spoon the 3 tablespoons unsalted butter Curry, Saffron, and broth over the mussels and serve immediately 3 ounces Parmesan cheese, freshly Lemon Grass with toasted French baguette. grated Preheat oven to 325 degrees. – Dry White Wine or Muscadet Lover’s Salad Remove papery husks from garlic head. 1 tablespoon unsalted butter Slice off the tip of the head to expose the 1 tablespoon finely chopped shallots Dressing cloves. Rub with 1 teaspoon olive oil and sea- 3 cloves, garlic, finely chopped 1 egg yolk son with salt and pepper. 1 ½ teaspoons curry powder 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard Place a square of aluminum foil and ½ teaspoon saffron 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice sprinkle with a bit of water. Pinch the edges of ¼ stalk lemongrass, outer leaves ⅓ cup olive oil the foil together and place on a baking sheet. discarded, coarsely chopped – A little lemon zest Roast for 30 to 45 minutes, or until ten- ½ cup dry white wine – Leaves from a few stems rosemary, der. Squeeze garlic pulp from skins into a ⅓ cup heavy cream finely chopped small bowl and set aside. 1 pound large mussels, such as Penn – Salt and pepper to taste Bring a large saucepan of salted water to Cove, De-bearded and well washed Whisk the egg yolk, mustard, and lemon a boil. Add the potatoes and cook until soft. 2 tablespoons thinly sliced scallions juice in a small bowl, and then add the oil Drain and place on a large mixing bowl with – Fresh ground black pepper slowly. Add the lemon zest, rosemary and salt the garlic puree, the remaining ¼ cup olive Melt the butter over medium heat in a and pepper to taste. Chill for a few hours. oil, and the basil, cream, and butter. large saucepan. Add the shallot and garlic stir- Using an electric mixer beat the potatoes ring until softened about four minutes. Add Salad until very smooth. If the potatoes are a bit too the curry powder, saffron, and lemon grass, You can make a salad of leaves chosen for dry, add more cream. Whisk in the cheese. stirring for eight minutes more. their properties: Season the potatoes with salt and pepper. Add the wine and cream and bring to boil. Mint will freshen the breath, arugula Transfer to the top of a double boiler to keep Add the mussels. Cover and steam for two excites the palate, sorrel soothes, lovage warm. minutes, shaking the pan occasionally. Begin clears the mind, and lemon balm excites the checking the mussels; as they open, transfer female, rosemary the male. Add a few flowers Lamb and Crust them to two large soup bowls. Total steaming for color. Olives, if you enjoy them, will add 2 tablespoons vegetable oil time will be four to six minutes. Be sure to dis- texture and complement the meats. Zucchini 1 rack of lamb with 8 chops, frenched card any mussels that do not open. flowers also lift the spirits, and the lemon Salt and Pepper to taste Bring the mussel broth to a boil over high dressing refreshed the mind. 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard

44 ULTIMATE JANUARY-FEBRUARY 2015 ⅓ cup fresh bread crumbs Flourless Chocolate Cake eggs and sugar. With an electric mixer, beat ½ cup finely chopped fresh herbs, such with Fresh Fruit until pale in color, stopping 2 or 3 times to as basil, parsley, thyme, and chervil. 1 pound semisweet chocolate, broken scrape down the sides of the bowl. Add some 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted into pieces of the chocolate mixture and beat until incor- 2 spring rosemary 1 tablespoon pure Madagascar vanilla porated. Pour mixture into the remaining Preheat the oven to 450 degrees. extract chocolate mixture. Stir until combined. Heat the oil over high in a large skillet. 1 tablespoon dark rum Bring a large kettle of water to a boil. In Season the rack of lamb with salt and ¾ cup strong brewed coffee the chilled mixing bowl, whip the cream until pepper and add it to the pan. Sear on all 8 large eggs soft peaks form. With a rubber spatula, fold sides until well browned. Let cool. ½ cup sugar the whipped cream into the chocolate mix- Brush the lamb with the mustard. Pre- ¾ cup heavy cream ture until just combined. Pour the mixture pare the herb crust. Mix the bread crumbs Whipped cream, assorted fresh fruit, into the prepared terrine mold and cover very well with the herbs and melted but- and mint leaves for garnish. with aluminum foil. Place in a roasting pan ter. Gently press this mixture on top of the Preheat oven to 300 degrees. and pour enough boiling water into the pan rack of lamb. Transfer the lamb to a roast- Butter a 12 inch terrine mold and refrig- to come halfway up the sides of the mold. ing pan and roast for 12 to 16 minutes, until erateit until ready to use. Bake for 1 hour. medium-rare in the center. Remove from Chill a large mixing bowl. Remove the cake from the oven and let the oven, tent with aluminum foil, and let Place the chocolate, Madagascar vanilla, cool to room temperature in its mold on a rest for 5 minutes. rum and coffee in the top of a double boiler wire rack. Chill in the refrigerator overnight Reserve the juices for garnish. set over 1 inch of simmering (not boiling) until ready to serve. Slice the lamb between every other bone water. Whisk until the chocolate is smooth To serve, unmold the cake and place on and serve 2 chops on each plate. Accompany and no small lumps reman. Turn the heat off a chilled dessert plate. Garnish with whipped with garlic mashed potatoes and garnish and remove the chocolate from the hot water. cream, fresh fruit, and a mint leaf. with a sprig of rosemary and the reserved Transfer the mixture to a large bowl. Enjoy with your favorite wines and pan juices. In medium mixing bowl, combine the French press coffee! n

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JANUARY-FEBRUARY 2015 ULTIMATE 45 thing onbey james browning jr ook at you. LSitting there in your comfortable Ultimate Air, all leather seat, perhaps waiting for your delicious yogurt or muffin. However, if it’s the afternoon, you might be enjoying a yummy tray of cheese, meat, and olives. But maybe you need one more thing. One thing? you ask. Do you really understand the power of One Thing? Go ahead and order your coffee or wine, you might find this interesting. In business and life, the power of One Thing is all around us. Note: this is not an article on the Force, as in “may the force be with you” (thank you, George Lucas). No, the influence of One Thing, if correctly applied, can have a sign- ificant impact on your life, brand, and business. Steve Jobs was known for his showman- in life is not easy, ship, his over-the-top brashness, and, of course, Finding your one thing and nothing epitomizes that better than 1991’s a string of hit products. While introducing prod- blockbuster City Slickers. The movie starred a ucts at various speeches, Jobs had his fortysomething Billy Crystal as Mitch,who was signature line that, frankly, set Apple apart with roped into joining two friends on a cattle drive the very mention of “one more thing.” Known in the Southwest. When Mitch met a cowboy to Apple fans as the “one more thing” catchp named Curly, played by Jack Palance, Curly hrase, Jobs would appear to conclude a shared his One Thing during a horseback ride. speech, then say, "Oh yeah, there's one more

thing," and then proceed to introduce the real “Do you know what the secret to life is?” star of the show. These One Thing moments

helped set up innovative ideas and products “No, what?” asked Mitch. that would excite employees, fans, and share- holders. Steve Jobs once said: “Innovation Curly held up his index finger. “This.” distinguishes between a leader and a follower. It’s the one thing we can do to make sure we “Your finger?” Mitch frowned. are always evolving and changing our world.” This iconic One Thing from Steve Jobs helped “One thing, just one thing. You stick to that us understand the significance of innovating and everything else don’t mean sh*#.” Curly ourselves for our world. smiled and rode on ahead.

JANUARY-FEBRUARY 2015 ULTIMATE 47 Who is telling your brand story? AMitchf bteecamrew focuasedr ond his, journey at hand. He kept his objective simple, by gathering his For example, she was responsible for friends, old and new, and leading them on their approving each "doodle" (the custom logos quest to drive some cattle home. By understanding commemorating holidays and events) appearing on what the goal is, you can define your One Thing. the Google home page. Mayer spent more than a Once you clearly specify your overall objective, you decade at Google accumulating accolades for her can assemble a team together, like Mitch did with work ethic, eye for detail, and vision. In a 2008 his friends, and inspire everyone to work hard in interview, however, she seemed to be looking order to succeed. ahead to her next act. So, while you are finishing up your beverage "I helped build Google," Mayer said, "but I and treat, I have a question for you: What do we all don't like to rest on [my] laurels. I think the one say when we need information these days . . . ? thing that is most interesting is what happens next." “Google it!” What happened next for Mayer captured Upon accepting an offer to lead Google's user tremendous interest both in Silicon Valley and the interface and Web server teams, Marissa Mayer be- world. In July 2012, she was appointed president came the company's 20th employee, and its first and CEO of Yahoo, a company besieged by female engineer. Her tenure at Google involved declining stock prices, layoffs, and slowing ad work on some of the company's most recognizable revenue. In September of 2013, Mayer was ranked and successful products, including Google Maps, number one by Fortune magazine in its annual Google Earth, Street View, Google News, and "40 Under 40" list of business leaders. Gmail. Known as a fashionista with an eye for So, like Mayer, thinking beyond today for your design, Mayer is widely credited for the unique look business should be part of your overall vision. and feel that has characterized the Google However, there are also other perspectives that experience. apply to the idea of One Thing, as well.

“Going from crying to laughing fast and hard happens maybe five times in your life. That is the one thing that I think and believe that has driven me to where I am today.” – Tina Fey, interview in The Morning Call.

Tina Fey has offered up some incredible scripts that make us all laugh before we cry. Some of Fey’s accolades include being the first female lead writer in Saturday Night Live, to starring and creating 30 Rock Meanwhile, her film credits include hits like Baby Mama, Admission, and Muppets Most Wanted.

“Nobody looks stupid when they are having fun.” Tina Fey is a brilliant writer, mom, director, producer, and actor, with a brilliant mind, who has the ability to balance life and work with a smile.

Tina Fey said in a Ladies’ Home Journal interview that: “Humor is the one thing that creates a great coping mechanism in real life. I know things are get- ting stressful if I lose my sense of humor in any situati on. Part of being successful is being a good collaborator — and being smart enough to find the right people to work with.”

Tina Fey’s One Thing? Let humor guide your business and life. Perhaps finding amusement in complex situations can simplify everything and assist you in discovering your objective or attaining it.

So it looks like it’s time to put all the trays up and seats forward. But before you sneak a peek at your iPhone (thank you, Steve Jobs) and think about Googling the restaurant you are supposed to be meeting at this evening (thank you, Marissa Mayer), I have one question for you: Do you know the secret to life? (Thank you, Curly, from City Slickers.)

Think about what makes you happy in life and in business, and try to add an element of fun to it (thank you, Tina Fey), as you jot down a couple of thoughts for your vision. It’s a simple question, really. How you answer it could change everything in your business and in your life.

Oh, One more thing...Safe Travels.

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