Nouveau Cuisine
Now offering a selection of lunch specials is THAI TASTE downtown. The new specials are carryout only. ... Something fishy is going on up in Mount Adams. Maybe that's because TEAK THAI now has a sushi bar in addition to their restaurant, which now offers new dinner specials. The sushi bar is at 665--9900. ... Besides remodeling, FOLEY'S AMERICAN GRILLE in Landen has also reworked their menu to feature more dinner items. ... In the former Fritz's Saloon & Eatery location (1345 Main St.) is ROXY'S ON MAIN. Serving Southern and homestyle fare, the eatery also holds a night club and a sports bars. 421--0395.
Museum Munchies
In conjunction with its Chaim Soutine exhibit, the Cincinnati Art Museum is offering a special lunchtime program, SOUTINE AND CUISINE. Each Tuesday and Saturday during March and April participants can enjoy a docent-guided tour of the exhibit, followed by lunch in the Museum Cafe. Noon-2 p.m. The cost is $20 for non-members; $15 for members. For tickets call 721--0300.
Celebration
In honor of their 10th anniversary, PETERSEN'S RESTAURANT in Mount Adams will stage some special events this week. On Thursday and Friday, 5-8 p.m., there will be Jazz, complimentary appetizers and special guests. On Sunday, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., there will be a breakfast buffet and live music. For more information, call 651--4777.
The Grapevine
Drink from the vine next weekend with the ninth annual CINCINNATI INTERNATIONAL WINE FEST. There will be Grand Tastings March 12-13 in the International Ballroom at the Convention Center. On March 11 several local restaurants, including THE MAISONETTE, THE CELESTIAL, STURKEY'S and PLAZA 600, will participate in the Winemakers Dinners. MONTGOMERY INN BOATHOUSE will host a special Cigar and Wine Dinner. For information or tickets, call 723--WINE.
March is NATIONAL NUTRITION MONTH.
-- lisa j. mauch
