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birth Planning & Partnership
Throughout pregnancy, TriHealth’s midwives provide support for positive outcomes.
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healthy resolution
This year, commit to screenings that could save your life.
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A reenergized reflection
How a facelift helped one patient feel like herself again.
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personal transformation
A range of services and programs at TriHealth Fitness & Health Pavilion help promote well being and restore health.
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Our guide to new ideas, tips, trends and things we love in or near Hamilton County.
Photos from recent events in Hamilton County.
LOCAL BUZZ
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Health news
Facts and insights you can use, including healthy snacking and happy snoozing.
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Try this fun way to sneak more fruits and veggies into your diet. So tasty, you won’t know these treats are good for you!
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financial balance
Rebalancing the assets in your investment portfolio yearly can help protect your future.
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GATHERINGS
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ESCAPES
Be seduced by La Dolce Vita on Capri, an Italian isle known as the world’s first resort.
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Welcome to the world, little baby. We’re going to take great care of you.
It’s a big, brand-new world for your little one, and just like you, we’ll do everything we can to keep them happy, healthy and strong. We deliver more babies than any other health system in the region, and our seamless, coordinated services mean every baby gets the special welcome they deserve and so much more.
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50+ pediatric specialists
High-risk obstetrical care
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Learn more at TriHealth.com/womens or call 513 475 4500
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OUR COMMITMENT TO SERVE YOU
Caring for women throughout their lives At TriHealth, our women’s services go above and beyond as we offer comprehensive care from some of the most well-known gynecologic and obstetric physicians in the
As the New Year approaches, we reflect on the accomplishments of 2016 and look forward to starting anew on January 1, 2017. Here at TriHealth, we are excited about the new opportunities we will pursue in the coming year to make TriHealth an even greater place for people to work and for patients to receive care. We also are committed to ensuring that our strong values remain an integral part of who we are, what we stand for and what we believe in at our core. To help bring our values to life in all we do, we developed the acronym “SERVE” that represents the way in which we strive to accomplish our important work: S – Serve: Our mission is to improve the health status of the people we serve. E – Excel: Excellence in quality, safety and service. R – Respect: Respect for all people, difference and spiritual heritage. V – Value: We value our time, treasures and talents through stewardship. E – Engage: Engage our people and community needs to improve health. SERVE offers an inspiring reminder to our people—and a promise to our community—that every thought, every action and every outcome at TriHealth is rooted in our values. As a fully integrated health care system, we’re proud to be able to offer the right care at the right time in the right setting to enable our patients and customers to live better at every stage of life—and in every state of health. As importantly, we are privileged to SERVE those who need us most: you and your loved ones. Happy holidays and best wishes for a healthful 2017!
region. Whether you see them for a routine checkup, a highly complex surgery or anything in between, you can count on them to be there for you throughout your life. Obstetrics & Gynecology
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To find a TriHealth physician, call 513 569 5400.
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WHAT TOUCHES YOUR HEART? The holidays arrive a bit
Look great, feel great! Now open in West Chester
TriHealth Cosmetic Center The highly qualified and experienced physicians at TriHealth are ready to help you improve and maintain your health and beauty with the latest tools and techniques in the comfort of our West Chester office. For more information or to schedule a consultation, call 513 246 5454 today.
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early for Cincinnati Health & Life staff. While many of our friends and families are spending their remaining vacation days at tropical destinations, we’re home dreaming of festive tunes and frocks, sumptuous feasts and gifts galore for our nearest and dearest. Don’t get me wrong: I’m not complaining. After all, home is where the heart is, and it’s where everyone returns to enjoy all of December’s gift-giving celebrations. I fondly recall the days growing up with my large Italian family during this time of year—the aroma of a home-cooked meal embraced everyone who walked through the doors. That feeling was rivaled only by an actual hug from a visiting friend or relative. Some things never change. Knowing that home is the hub of family festivities, we provide some ways to touch everyone’s heart. Looking to freshen your home décor before the holidays? Beginning on page 26, we show you how to use stripes to enliven a room. On page 32, we present six tempting and easy-to-prepare smoothies that are sure to hit the spot (and soul) and deliver a nutritious punch. Then on page 48, learn about the healing powers of grapefruit. ’Tis the height of the grapefruit season, when they are ripe and contain the most antioxidants—take one bite and you’ll be singing its praises. Of course, if your preference is a holiday getaway, read our story about the Italian island of Capri—known as the world’s first resort—on page 46. It’s a treat for the eyes and spirit. All of us at Cincinnati Health & Life wish you a wonderful holiday season!
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WHAT DOES ART TASTE LIKE? How often do the culinary and visual arts come together in any major way? Hardly ever, until a group of enterprising volunteers at the Contemporary Arts Center got together to brainstorm the book Cuisine, Art, Cocktails: Celebrating Contemporary Cincinnati. The plan was to enlist some of the city’s most gifted chefs, sommeliers and mixologists to offer up recipes inspired by their own response to particular pieces by artists featured at the CAC. The Center’s Curator of Education, Jaime L.M. Thompson, says, “When Maria Kalomenidou, my co-creator and the book’s designer, and our team of docents first dreamed up this project we expected around 10–15 recipes at most. But as soon as we began to spread the word and gauge interest in the project, local chefs pledged to help us by the droves. They were so excited about our concept—to celebrate Cincinnati, the culinary arts and the cutting-edge exhibitions of the Contemporary Arts Center.” The project was created as a way to support the CAC’s education programs, and all funds raised by its sales will go toward that worthy goal. But the book also stands as a striking, original artistic statement on its own merits. After all, where else are you likely to catch David Cook (Daveed’s, Daveed’s Next Restaurant, Daveed’s Catering) coming up with a dessert dish in response to a Robert Mapplethorpe photograph, or Nathan Sheatzley, executive chef at the Cincinnatian Hotel and Palace Restaurant, building a dish based around beets to complement the colors of a Pat Steir silkscreen piece? Speaking for herself and her co-creator, Thompson says, “Neither of us would have imagined that an idea dreamed up by our docent council would grow to something of this scale. We both could not be prouder.”
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SEEING RED The first rule when it comes to baseball fandom is that there’s no such thing as too much. The deeper you dive into it, the more fun you can have. And that goes double if you’re talking about Cincinnati Reds fans. So don’t miss the opportunity to get an off-season dose of the Reds by taking a VIP Major League Clubhouse Tour, offered Saturdays at 12:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. through March 18. This 90-minute guided exploration of Great American Ball Park takes you behind the scenes to see the Reds Clubhouse, the Visitors Clubhouse, the field-level media room, Reds Radio and television broadcast booths, batting tunnels and dugouts. You can even take in the view from the warning track behind home plate. As you go, learn about the ballpark and the history of the Reds. If all that leaves you still wanting more, each tour ticket includes admission to the Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame and Museum, baseball’s largest team Hall of Fame, which is adjacent to the ballpark. Tours are popular and sell out, so to avoid disappointment purchase tickets in advance from the museum.
Close encounters of the SEAHORSE kind
The seahorse is one of the ocean’s cutest characters. Who can resist a fish that looks like a horse, mates for life, and prefers to swim linked tail-to-tail with a partner? You’ll be hooked when you visit the Newport Aquarium’s newest addition, Seahorses: Unbridled Fun. This interactive exhibit lets you discover 10 species of seahorse, plus sea dragons, trumpetfish, shrimpfish and pipefish. Highlights include (but are not limited to) the Weedy Sea Dragons, Australian natives that are among the rarest creatures in the aquarium, and the Ribboned Sea Dragons, which look like seaweed and hang out in groups to enhance their disguise. You can get up close to the seahorses and their friends in person, and closer still via the giant video screen that magnifies the fish in their habitat. Stand next to the larger-than-life seahorse sculptures to see all the features that make these creatures so unique. Digital seahorse games and art round out the experience.
20 Seasons To celebrate As artistic director and CEO, Victoria Morgan has been on point—figuratively, not literally—for the Cincinnati Ballet for 20 years this season. In the maledominated world of ballet directors and choreographers, Morgan has led the Cincinnati Ballet to exponential growth, placing the company in its strongest position ever, both financially and artistically. That’s certainly something to celebrate! The Cincinnati Ballet is doing just that all season long, with groundbreaking cultural exchanges and artistic collaborations, as well as traditional ballet performances, including King Arthur’s Camelot, with original choreography by Victoria Morgan.
ROCKING THE POPS What do you get when you combine the sheer sonic power and grand symphonic sweep of an orchestra with the emotional intensity of one of rock’s most celebrated singer-songwriters? Well, if you’re lucky enough to turn up at the Taft Theatre at 7 p.m. on January 8, you’ll get a once-in-a-lifetime collaboration between Melissa Etheridge and the Cincinnati Pops. For nearly three decades, Etheridge has been releasing infectious tunes that range from all-out rockers to tender ballads, blending the raw, raging energy of rock ’n’ roll with the intimate lyrical approach of an acoustic-guitarstrumming balladeer. She also struck some major blows in women’s uphill battle for equality in the rock world. Along the way, Etheridge crafted huge hits like “I’m the Only One,” “Come To My Window,” “If I Wanted To,” and more; unleashed a long string of Platinum-selling albums; earned a pair of Grammy awards, and even snagged an Oscar for Best Original Song. As a cancer survivor and LGBT activist, she’s been as inspiring personally as she has been with her music. Now imagine Etheridge’s unstoppable artistic force given an extra orchestral boost by the Cincinnati Pops, as their strong but sophisticated approach adds a symphonic level of drama to her already arresting tunes. Come to think of it, if you show up at the aforementioned time, you won’t have to do any imagining at all.
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The percentage increase in diabetes risk for every 20-point hike in average systolic blood pressure (the top number). —Journal of American College of Cardiology
Snooze your way happy
A quick nap can help you keep annoyance at bay. According to a recent study, folks who napped for an hour showed a much higher threshold for frustration than those who got no shut-eye. And they spent twice as much time trying to solve complex tasks.
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Junk food on the kitchen counter could lead to weight gain, according to recent research. Instead of keeping a box of donuts there, try a bowl of fruit so when you’re hungry you can grab-and-go healthfully. —Health Education & Behavior
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This wasn’t just a stomach cramp. This was Greg’s incredible fourth-quarter comeback being thwarted by a ruptured appendix.
You’re more than just a patient, and we’re more than just an ER. After a rocky first half, the Cobras were finally making some headway on the court. At least it seemed that way until the dull ache in Greg’s stomach turned into sharp, shooting pains he could no longer ignore. That’s when he turned to our emergency care team. The shorter wait times and electronic medical records that traveled with Greg helped him spend less time in the lobby and more time getting the care he needed for his ruptured appendix. And with an award-winning nursing staff and 24/7 specially trained physicians, Greg was able to make another amazing comeback.
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Call 513 894 8888 or learn more by visiting TriHealth.com/emergency
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PLANNING & PARTNERSHIP TRIHEALTH’S MIDWIVES PROVIDE SUPPORT FOR POSITIVE OUTCOMES.
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Paula Morelli, a Certified Nurse Midwife with TriHealth Nurse Midwives, supports mom-to-be Amanda Ison.
Birth plans are one way we partner with the women in our care, because each woman has her own vision of how she wants her labor and birth to progress.” —Paula Morelli, CNM “Our philosophy is that pregnancy, labor and birth are natural and normal processes,” says Paula Morelli, CNM (Certified Nurse Midwife) with TriHealth Nurse Midwives, “and we approach them as such.” It’s an important philosophy, because having a baby can be an intimidating proposition. But through partnering with a midwife, women and their loved ones can find peace of mind throughout the pregnancy and birthing process. Paula and the other CNMs at Good Samaritan work closely with patients and their families to ensure the best possible outcomes through detailed communication and birth plans—but they also have to be prepared to deal with the unexpected. “Birth plans are one of the ways in which we partner with the women in our care, because each woman has her own ideas and vision of how she wants her labor and birth to progress,” Paula says. “And we try to facilitate that in the best way possible. But we also embrace the fact that things are sometimes beyond our control. The Certified Nurse Midwives at TriHealth work collaboratively with TriHealth obstetricians when medically necessary to ensure the safety of the patient and her baby.” This facilitation and support aren’t limited to the planning that takes place prior to birth. The midwives are available throughout a patient’s pregnancy, and at Good Samaritan, that means going the extra mile. “We have a nurse midwife on call 24/7, and we’re there from a woman’s admission through birth,” Paula says. Studies show that the constant presence of a labor-assisting professional increases patient satisfaction and leads to more positive outcomes. “We’re very fortunate at TriHealth to have a CNM on call,” Paula says, “and it’s a commitment on our part. We recognize how important it is.”
Midwife Myths & Facts There are a lot of misunderstandings about midwives and what they do. Let’s dispel some of those: • Midwives only assist with at-home births. In 2014, nationally only 2.7 percent of midwife-attended births occurred in homes. The vast majority—94.2 percent— occurred in a hospital or medical center. • Midwives can’t prescribe medications or order tests. Midwives are licensed health care providers with prescriptive authority. • Midwives have no formal medical education. CNMs are advanced practice nurses with an RN license and Masters or PhD in advanced practice nursing. Midwives maintain state licensure, and national and hospital credentialing. • Midwives are just involved in the moment of birth. Midwives are identified as primary care providers, and they work with women of all ages throughout their lives.
This philosophy of support goes beyond mother and child to encompass the entire family. “Whatever that ‘family’ looks like, we encourage participation and help the family support the patient—during labor and also during the postpartum period,” Paula says. One important segment of the postpartum period that TriHealth recognizes as especially critical is the first couple of hours following birth. That’s why TriHealth’s policy of kangaroo care is especially important. “The woman has grown and birthed this baby, and she deserves to hold her baby and develop a bond,” Paula says. “That first couple of hours out in the world is a critical time, so TriHealth has instituted a policy of
skin-to-skin contact for at least one hour after birth.” But prior to birth, there’s much to discuss and plan. Midwives work with women throughout their lives, not just during pregnancy, and it’s a true partnership. “How can we help a woman deal with whatever her situation is?” Paula asks. “I don’t tell them what to do; I want to partner with her and let her know what her options are. I truly love what I do and feel very fortunate that our practice is set up as it is.” Beginning in February 2017, TriHealth will extend midwifery services to Bethesda North Hospital through a new practice location in Liberty Township.
Contact TriHealth Women’s Services to make an appointment with one of our specialists. please call 513 246 7000 or visit TRIHEALTH.COM. cincinnati HEALTH & LIFE | WINTER 2017
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Screenings by the Numbers A quick rundown of the health screenings for women over 40 and over 50: Dr. Madiha Kahn (right) and Jacinda Jackman, Front Office Specialist, of TriHealth Associates.
Over 40 • Annual BP check, breast exam and pelvic exam • Annual mammogram
We’ve all played the New Year’s Resolution game. By the time the ball drops above Times Square, we’ve made lofty plans and promises—but these often fall by the wayside and we’re left right where we started. For 2017, you can change this frustrating pattern. Make a commitment to have the tests and screenings that can help you prevent disease or identify it early enough so that treatment will be effective. “Health care screenings allow early detection of premalignant lesions or early stage disease,” says Madiha Khan, M.D., an Ob-Gyn with TriHealth Associates. “Diagnosis and treatment of early-stage disease provide a better prognosis and higher survival rates.” So, early detection is critical, but what screenings are most important? One of the most crucial is the colonoscopy. “Colon cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in the U.S., and it has been suggested that the initiation of colorectal cancer screening has decreased the death rate by 53 percent,” Dr. Khan says. “There are multiple different methods to screen for colorectal cancer, and it’s important to have a discussion with your doctor to decide which is best for you. Colonoscopy is considered the gold standard screening test, and it is the most widely used.” Equally critical to diagnosing problems
before they become larger issues is the mammogram. In the U.S., a woman’s lifetime risk for developing breast cancer is a bit less than 15 percent, and the majority of breast cancers are detected through mammograms. “In women 40 and older, mammography is the mainstay screening method, and studies have shown that it’s the only screening modality that has decreased breast cancer–related mortality,” Dr. Khan says. Also, a woman should make a point to observe the schedule for cervical cancer screening, which has significantly decreased the incidence and mortality rate from cervical cancer. “Since the initiation of Pap smears in the 1950s, the incidence of cervical cancer has decreased by 70 percent,” Dr. Khan says. “Pap smears allow for the detection and treatment of precancerous and cancerous lesions at an earlier stage.” As for other resolutions, Dr. Khan has some advice: “I think it’s best to establish a game plan or timeline on how you plan on achieving it. For example, if your goal is to lose 30 pounds in the next year, break it up into losing five pounds every two months. And creating a team atmosphere will help with motivation, involving your spouse, family, friends or even your doctor as your coach!”
• Cervical cancer screening (Pap smear): cervical cytology every three years or cytology with HPV testing every five years • Diabetes testing beginning at 45 done at three-year intervals • Cholesterol/lipid screening beginning at 45 and done at five-year intervals • Immunizations: TDAP every 10 years and flu vaccine annually
Over 50 • Colorectal cancer screening (Colonoscopy every 10 years, flexible sigmoidoscopy every five years, barium enema every five years) • Bone mineral density screening (DEXA scan) beginning at 65 and done at one- to 15-year intervals based on results • Thyroid screening (TSH level) beginning at 65 and done every five years • Urinalysis every year beginning at 65 • Immunizations: Herpes Zoster at 60, Pneumococcal at 65
Contact TriHealth Women’s Services to make an appointment with one of our specialists. please call 513 246 7000 or visit TRIHEALTH.COM. cincinnati HEALTH & LIFE | WINTER 2017
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Kevin Shumrick, M.D., who has been practicing in Cincinnati for 25-plus years, consults with a new patient.
Aging is, of course, a natural process— one we embrace as a gift and a privilege. Still, as we grow older, changes in physical appearance can dampen the spirit. When you feel energetic and happy, but your friends wonder whether you’re getting enough sleep because you look tired, or they ask what’s wrong because you look angry, it’s easy to get discouraged. That’s how 69-year-old Mary felt. “I just wanted to look more like myself again,” she says. “Not to look drawn or tight, but to have some of the excess skin gone.” For help, she turned to the TriHealth Cosmetic Center and Kevin Shumrick, M.D., who is board certified in plastic and reconstructive surgery, and in treating disorders of the ears, nose and throat. “I had heard Dr. Shumrick’s name a number of times,” says Mary. “A friend of mine had some reconstructive surgery due to cancer, and he did a fabulous job for her.” Dr. Shumrick, who has been practicing in the Cincinnati area for more than 25 years and with TriHealth for the past 10, believes the TriHealth Cosmetic Center stands out among its peers. “We come at plastic surgery from a medical perspective,” he says. “We really focus on the patient and what’s best for her or for him.” “Some plastic surgery centers actually have a ‘closer’ who has a sales quota to meet,” he explains. “If you go into a center like that, you’re getting a procedure.” At TriHealth, physicians strive to understand what each patient needs, and whether the procedure being considered is really going to benefit them. “We aren’t trying to talk people into surgery,” says Dr. Shumrick. “We look at what we can do for an individual patient that’s going to give the best result.” TriHealth Cosmetic Center’s board-certified physicians offer proven treatments tailored to each patient’s lifestyle and skin. Because of their specialized training, Cosmetic Center physicians have the expertise and experience to safely and
That’s always what we strive for – to give a look that’s natural, but with some definite improvements. We minimize the surgical footprints.” –Kevin Shumrick, M.D. effectively perform advanced cosmetic procedures. In addition to facelifts and dermal fillers to counteract aging and sun damage, the Cosmetic Center offers an extensive array of care, including treatment of acne, stretch marks, rosacea, and spider and varicose veins. Other services include ear reshaping, nose reshaping (rhinoplasty) and hair removal. Mary’s facelift was tailored to address her concerns, which included sagging skin around her mouth, under her chin, and in the jowl area. “Mary wanted to look a little fresher,” says Dr. Shumrick. “She wanted to improve things but not look like she’d had surgery. And that’s always what we strive for—to give a look that’s natural, but with some definite improvements. That surgical look you sometimes see
defeats the whole purpose. We minimize the surgical footprints.” Mary was more than happy with the results of her procedure. “It wasn’t too much,” she says. “Dr. Shumrick did exactly what I wanted, and it was just perfect for me.” Would she recommend him to friends? “I wouldn’t hesitate to refer anybody to him. He’s an excellent doctor and a very nice man. He’s concerned about helping people.” Judging from the reactions of Mary’s friends, Dr. Shumrick succeeded in creating improvements that didn’t scream surgery. “After the procedure,” she says, “I saw a friend I hadn’t seen in a month, and the first thing she said was, ‘Mary, you’ve lost some weight.’ And I thought, ‘Perfect. She didn’t notice a thing.’”
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TRANSFORMING YOUR LIFE
A RANGE OF SERVICES, PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES AT TRIHEALTH FITNESS & HEALTH PAVILION HELP RESTORE HEALTH AND PROMOTE WELL BEING.
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The mission throughout TriHealth—and our culture—is to help the members in the community to live healthier lives. Everyone on the staff is very involved and genuinely cares about our clients and their success.” —Kristen DeAngelis, R.D.N. All she wanted was to fit comfortably in an airplane seat. Since joining the TriHealth Fitness & Health Pavilion’s HealthOne program in May, Lisa Marshall, of Mason, has reached that goal—and so many others. She has lost 58 pounds. She has cut daytime insulin use by two-thirds and her nighttime dose by more than half. Long-standing joint and muscle pain are gone. Marshall says even her vision has improved: “I was showing signs of glaucoma. Last month, my doctor saw major improvements in my eye health.” Teresa Butt, of Cincinnati, has enjoyed the Pavilion’s swimming and exercise facilities for 20 years. Along the way, she found that age changes the body in many ways. She, too, decided to try the HealthOne program in May, and has since met her short-term goal of losing 31 pounds. In addition, she has experienced relief from the pain of osteoarthritis, and improvements in cholesterol and blood pressure. Butt loves
the support network the program provides, and being able to work with a nutritionist. “I thought I was eating healthy,” she says, “but I didn’t look at things like salad dressing, with so many calories.” According to Kristen DeAngelis, R.D.N., several Pavilion programs focus on weight loss, but there are also programs offered for cancer wellness, musculoskeletal pain, joint pain and inflammation, and balance. The goals are about improving overall health, reducing risk factors for chronic preventable disease, and giving members the quality of life they deserve. DeAngelis explains: “That’s why we offer holistic, integrated services that include fitness and nutrition classes, athletic and personal training, cooking demonstrations, acupuncture and spa services.” Plus, says DeAngelis, the more often patients experience community involvement and receive encouragement from Pavilion staff and fellow members, the easier it
Find the Perfect Fit for Good Health The Trihealth fitness & health Pavilion offers programs for all fitness goals: • HealthOne: 24-week low-calorie diet plus nutrition and fitness classes. • LIFESTEPS®: 12-week nutrition education, physical activity and group support. • Cooking demonstrations: Monthly demos by registered dietitians, area chefs and restaurant owners show you how to cook healthy meals with fresh ingredients. • Holistic selections: Acupuncture, aromatherapy, guided imagery, intuitive healing and Reiki contribute to health and healing.
Lisa Marshall, left, and Teresa Butt, right, consult with Kristen DeAngelis, R.D.N., as they work toward health and fitness goals.
• Fitness center: Cardiovascular and strength fitness equipment are included in membership.
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will be to make the changes to everyday behaviors that are essential for long-term weight loss. “The mission throughout TriHealth—and our culture—is to help the members in the community to live healthier lives,” she says. “Everyone on the staff is very involved and genuinely cares about our clients and their success.” DeAngelis sees her role as dietitian, health coach and counselor, working hard to empower each individual through the health programs offered as well as individual nutrition consults. “When I meet a new patient,” she says, “I listen. What is his or her goal? What have they tried? What worked and what didn’t? I stress the importance of individualizing plans based on the participant’s lifestyle, and that we’ll work together to discover the best path for them.” Each week, participants leave with short-term goals and a strategic plan that both feed into their larger goal of improved health outcomes. A short-term goal might be a dietary strategy like eating breakfast daily or drinking 1 cup of water before having coffee, or it could relate to physical activity or stress reduction. DeAngelis helps each individual decide when, where and how they will effectively and realistically be able to achieve their weekly goals. Paying attention to these important details helps people incorporate new food regimens and activities into their daily routine. “This program has a personal touch,” says Butt. “You become part of a community. Our group uses a Facebook page to encourage each other. It’s not just about weight loss, it’s about getting healthy and feeling good about ourselves.” Marshall agrees: “This is the best thing I’ve ever done for myself. Everyone on the staff helps keep me motivated. I love the social network and the chance to meet people. Someone in the program or on staff will say, ‘You’re looking good,’ and I just want to work harder.” Butt has made big changes in how she eats. “I take 15 to 20 seconds to think about the food I’m going to eat. Is it really good for me? At restaurants, I ask questions about sauces and calories.” Butt and Marshall both were nervous about what would happen when their HealthOne program ended. But they feel confident in the everyday life changes they’ve made—and know that they can continue working at the Pavilion and enjoying their path to better health.
It’s Easy to Become a Member Not just a gym, the trihealth fitness & health Pavilion continues to set the standard for disease prevention, exercise, rehabilitation and health education. January 17, 2017 marks the 20th anniversary of the award-winning TriHealth Fitness and Health Pavilion. It seems like just yesterday that the doors first opened. Twenty years later, 252 of the original members who joined in 1997 are still actively working out at the Pavilion. It’s amazing to think that since 1997, more than 34,000 different members have been served, with actual visits totaling more than 6.5 million. The Pavilion, open to the public, has been a pioneer in offering medically-based fitness and continues to set the standard for disease prevention, exercise, rehabilitation and health education. The Pavilion offers a variety of flexible membership and wellness program options to help you meet your health and fitness goals. Individuals are encouraged to stop by the center any time for a tour. Members and nonmembers are welcome to enjoy services in the Pavilion Spa, Integrative Health and Medicine Center, and the Atrium Café. Visit TriHealth.com/FitnessPavilion or call for more information 513 985 0900.
to learn more about the available services and facilities at the trihealth fitness & health pavilion, please visit trihealth.com/fitnesspavilion or call 513 985 0900.
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This guest room evokes the design style of France in the Napoleonic era, when interiors featured daring combinations of bold hues. But its soaring spirit also comes from the rich stripes of gold and scarlet on the bolster pillow and on the bed canopy with its crenellated edge.
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Above: Verticals are a wake-up call in this breakfast room, coexisting happily with a print by Jean-Michel Basquiat and a bulletin board featuring a zigzag pattern of black ribbon. Opposite: A small bedroom grows tall with the play of stripes in apple-green silk and cream wool.
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Above: In a room with a tailored Louis XVI daybed and a 19th-century tole clock, walls upholstered in red ticking striped linen lend excitement without disarray. Opposite: Blue-and-white-striped cotton runs up a wall in dialogue with a wallpaper pattern that, upon examination, reveals an elephant and other jungle beasts.
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Photographs reprinted with permission from New Classic Interiors by Alessandra Branca with Christine Pittel, Š 2009 by Stewart, Tabori & Chang, an imprint of Abrams.
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TO YOUR HEALTH! HERE’S A FUN WAY TO SNEAK MORE FRUITS AND VEGGIES INTO YOUR DIET—WHIP UP ONE OF THESE DELICIOUS, DESSERT-LIKE SMOOTHIES. YOU WON’T KNOW IT’S GOOD FOR YOU!
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chia and rasPberry pudding This raspberry variation of a chia pudding is simple, satisfying and delicious as an on-thego breakfast or snack. You could even serve it for dessert if you sweeten it slightly by blending dates with the milk. for the pudding n 4 oz./1 cup fresh ripe raspberries (or frozen, thawed) n 3 Tbs. desiccated coconut n 3 Tbs. black chia seeds n ½ tsp. ground vanilla or vanilla extract n 8 ½ fl. oz./1 cup plant milk of choice FOR THE TOPPING h azelnut butter n g reen kiwi fruit, chopped n fresh raspberries and blackberries n fresh mint leaves n h emp seeds n
Directions Put the raspberries in a bowl and mash them with a fork. Stir in the coconut, chia seeds and vanilla and then pour over the milk and mix until well combined. Stir every now and again for the first 10 minutes to prevent lumps from forming. Set aside to soak in the fridge for at least 30 minutes or overnight. The pudding is ready when the consistency is thick and jelly-like. Spoon into two medium-sized glass jars or a large one. Cover with a layer of nut butter and finish with the fruit, a few mint leaves and a sprinkling of hemp seeds. It can keep for a couple of days in the fridge (without the toppings), if unopened.
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rose hip ‘affogato’ with crumbled ‘amaretti’ Rose hips are a true superfood packed with antiinflammatory and antioxidant compounds. If you can’t find rose hip powder in your local supermarket or health food store, you can always purchase it online. FOR THE ‘AMARETTI’ n
4–5 soft dates, pitted 3¼ oz./¾ cup ground almonds or almond flour
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2 oz./¼ cup almond milk
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FOR THE ROSE HIP SOUP n 1½ oz./¼ cup rose hip powder n 1 Tb. arrowroot or potato starch n
17 fl. oz./2 cups water
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3 Tbs. pure maple syrup
TO SERVE n Vanilla ice cream
Directions Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking tray with parchment paper. Place all of the ingredients for the date ‘amaretti’ in a food processor and pulse until mixed. Alternatively, put the dates in a bowl and mash them with a fork until they form a paste. Add the rest of the ingredients and mix until well combined. Taste and adjust the sweetness to your liking by adding more dates if necessary. Transfer to a piping bag and pipe into about ¾-inch diameter rounds, like amaretti biscuits (Italian macaroons). Bake for about 10 minutes or until golden. Set aside to cool while you prepare the rose hip soup. Put the rose hip powder in a saucepan along with the arrowroot and water. Bring to a boil, whisking continuously to prevent lumps from forming. Reduce the heat, whisk in the maple syrup and simmer for about 5 minutes, or until a smooth syrup forms, before removing from the heat. Strain it through a fine-mesh sieve to get it completely smooth. To assemble, spoon a scoop of vanilla ice cream into the base of two medium-sized glass jars or bowls, or in a large jar (as featured in the photo), and pour over the rose hip soup. Finish with a sprinkling of crumbled ‘amaretti’ and some extra ice cream on top for the sweettoothed. Serve straight away before it comes running down the glass jar.
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kiwi, kale & chia parfait Packed with kale and avocado, this smoothie still tastes very sweet and fruity and looks rather stunning with its different layers. This can easily be the dessert of a fancy dinner or served as breakfast on a gray morning. FOR the Chia pudding n 3 Tbs. chia seeds of choice n 1 tsp. vanilla extract n 1 Tb. pure maple syrup or raw honey (optional) n 8½ fl. oz./1 cup unsweetened plant milk
Directions Add the avocado and kiwi fruit flesh to a blender along with the rest of the kiwi fruit smoothie ingredients.
FOR THE KIWI FRUIT SMOOTHIE n ¼ ripe avocado, stone removed n 1 ripe green kiwi fruit n 1 frozen banana n 1 handful kale or spinach, stems removed (organic if possible) n 4 fl. oz./½ cup coconut water or coconut milk n juice of ½ lime
Spoon half of the chia pudding (see directions at right) into the base of two medium-sized glasses. For a beautiful artistic look, you don’t need to worry about making the layers even.
TO SERVE n Ripe green kiwi fruit, finely sliced and chopped n Nut butter n Fresh blueberries n Granola of choice n Desiccated coconut n Fresh lemon balm leaves, optional
Blend on a high speed until completely smooth.
Arrange a few kiwi fruit slices around the inside of the glasses. Cover with half of the kiwi fruit smoothie, the rest of the chia pudding and a dollop of nut butter. Top with the rest of the kiwi fruit smoothie and finish with another dollop of nut butter, as well as some chopped kiwi fruit and blueberries and a sprinkling of granola, coconut and lemon balm.
TO make the chia pudding Put the chia seeds, vanilla and maple syrup (if using) in a bowl. Pour over the milk and mix until well combined. Stir every now and again in the first 10 minutes to prevent lumps from forming. Spoon into a medium-sized sealable glass jar and set aside to soak in the fridge for at least 30 minutes or overnight. It’s ready when the chia seeds form a gelatinous substance around themselves and the overall consistency is thick and jelly-like. It can keep for a couple of days in the fridge, if unopened.
Reprinted with permission from Green Kitchen Smoothies by David Frenkiel and Luise Vindahl. © 2016 Hardie Grant Books.
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Time to fix the mix?
When the assets in your investment portfolio get out of whack, rebalancing can put them right—and protect your future.
“Don’t put all your eggs in one basket,” an old saying warns
us, and there’s true wisdom there. If your balanced investment portfolio becomes too heavily concentrated in the “basket” of stocks and not enough in bonds—or vice versa—you could be putting your nest egg at greater risk than you intend. Rebalancing can help. It means redistributing funds among asset classes to get back to your intended target asset allocation—the percentages of invested funds placed in categories such as stocks, bonds, money-market funds or cash. Think of rebalancing as returning your portfolio to the mix of investments you chose based on your risk tolerance and life priorities. “Research shows that over five years or more, if you’ve rebalanced your portfolio at least once a year you’ll be better off,” says Carol Hoffman, a certified financial planner and Principal at Clear Perspectives Financial Planning in Cincinnati. Suppose that two years ago, planning your investment strategy, you decided to put 60 percent of your funds in stocks and 40 percent in bonds. Then stocks went crazy. Now you find that because of the growth in the shares of stock you own, you have 64 percent of your money in stocks and just 36 percent in bonds. That would be fine if stocks always went up, or if stocks were always a better bet than bonds. But we know those things aren’t true. And if stocks now happen to crash downward, your 64 percent puts you in greater danger than the old mix—the one you chose—would have. “When the stock market is up, that’s right when you want to sell,” says Hoffman. “But that’s hard for people. It’s emotionally difficult because everyone loves winning, so they want to hang onto whatever’s winning. But it’s well proven that you get the best return for your portfolio over the long term by rebalancing.” In this case, rebalancing means selling a portion of your stocks and buying more bonds to get the portfolio back to your 38
desired balance. Rebalancing forces you to buy assets that have recently underperformed and sell those that have recently done well. In other words, it ensures that you follow the old investing adage: “Buy low; sell high.” Rebalancing helps you take advantage of the market’s tendency to overshoot on both the downside and the upside. Be aware of any transaction costs when you look to rebalance, and figure those into your decision. If you shift funds too often, it could cost more than the adjustments would be worth. Fortunately, some investment firms—especially with retirement accounts—offer free automatic rebalancing at specified intervals. There is also software that triggers a rebalance if a certain degree of change—say, 5 percent up or down—takes place in the percentage share allocated to an asset class. “With a 401k or 403b plan, if you rebalance once a year typically there is no cost,” says Hoffman. “But if you do it more frequently, there could be fees.” If your assets are in other investment vehicles, such as an IRA, Hoffman advises that you ask about fees before you rebalance. In addition, there could be tax consequences to consider. How often should you adjust your investment mix? For the typical investor in normal market conditions, annual rebalancing is likely very efficient. But keep in mind that in highly volatile market conditions you may want to rebalance more frequently. Of course, rebalancing isn’t magic. By reducing your stock holdings from that 64 percent to 60 percent, you could limit your gains if stocks continue upward. But long-term planning remains your best guide. No one can be consistently successful at timing markets, but with a disciplined approach you can help reduce your overall portfolio risk—and hopefully enhance returns. —Sheryl Nance-Nash
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American
Arnold’s Bar and Grill The city’s oldest bar, featuring traditional American comfort food and a wide beer selection, 210 E. 8th St., 513.421.6234
bar food with a European influence, 1211 Vine St., 513.834.8670 Melt ecletic cafe Vegetarian restaurant specializing in sandwiches and meat substitutes, 4165 Hamilton Ave., 513.681.6358
T Vs, 5955 Boymel Dr., Fair field, 513.874.1992 The Rookwood Bar and Restaurant Burgers, pasta and other traditional American classics, 1077 Celestial St., 513.421.5555
BJ’s Restaurant and Brewhouse Handcrafted burgers and deep-dish pizzas with beers brewed onsite, 11700 Princeton Pike, Unit J1A, 513.671.1805
Metropole Contemporar y dishes cooked in a wood-burning fireplace, 609 Walnut St., 513.578.6660
the rust y bucket Relaxed, family-friendly neighborhood tavern, Liberty Center, 7524 Bales St., Liberty Township, 513.463.2600
Bra zenhead Irish Pub Three floors of dining and entertainment with an extensive beer menu, 5650 Tylersville Rd., Mason, 513.229.0809
Mitchell’s Fish Market Specializing in off-theboat-fresh fish, 9456 Water Front Dr., West Chester, 513.779.5292
Ryan’s tavern Authentic Irish pub and gathering place situated in a restored 1890s building, 241 High St., Hamilton, 513.737.2200
Charley’s ste akery Se r ving qu ality Philly ste ak s for more th an 25 ye ars, L ibe r ty Ce nte r, 7100 Foundr y Row, L ibe r ty Town s hip, 513.755.1626
northstar cafe Hearty, healthy American fare with a renowned brunch ser vice, Liberty Center, 7610 Sloan Way, Liberty Township, 513.759.0033
Salazar Casual contemporar y American fare with farm-inspired lunch and dinner menus, 1401 Republic St., 513.621.7000
The cheesecake factory Inventive American cuisine with an extensive desser t menu focusing on cheesecake, Liber ty Center, 7612 Blake St., Liber ty Township, 513.755.2761
Orchids at Palm Court Contemporar y American food at Hilton’s well-established fine-dining restaurant, 35 West Fifth St., 513.421.9100
Senate Restaurant Casual contemporar y American eater y specializing in upscale hot dogs, 1212 Vine St., 513.421.2020
The Eagle food and beer hall Southern comfort food and beer hall, 1342 Vine St., 513.802.5007
the original Montgomery Inn Cincy staple well-known for its BBQ ribs, 9440 Montgomer y Rd., Montgomer y, 513.791.3482
Skyline Chili It’s a Cincy staple, famous for its chili ser ved as Cheese Coneys and 3-Ways, multiple locations including 10792 Montgomer y Rd., 513.489.4404
flip Side Burger & bar Burger, shake and craft beer concept featuring Ohio grass-fed beef and free-range chicken, Liber ty Center, 7622 Blake St., Liber ty Township, 513.777.6328
Palace Restaurant Inventive fine-dining establishment located inside the historic Cincinnatian Hotel, 601 Vine St., 513.381.3000
Slatts Relaxed neighborhood pub with plenty of plasma T Vs for watching the game, 4858 Cooper Rd., Blue Ash, 513.791.2223
Paxton’s Grill Relaxed, friendly spot housed in one of Loveland’s oldest buildings, 126 W. Loveland Ave., Loveland, 513.583.1717
STone Creek Dining Company A varied menu of sandwiches, salads, seafood and steaks, multiple locations including 9386 Montgomer y Rd., Montgomer y, 513.489.1444 and 6200 Muhlhauser Rd., West Chester, 513.942.2100
The Golden Lamb Comfort food that may just be worth the half-hour trek to Lebanon, 27 S. Broadway, 513.932.5065 Holy Grail Tavern & Grille Lively sports bar with casual fare and drink menu, 161 Joe Nuxhall Way, 513.621.2222 Incline Public House Upscale pub food including NYC-style pizzas ser ved against a stunning view of the city, 2601 W. 8th St., 513.251.3000 J. Austin’s riverbank cafe Southern-style specialties like grilled catfish and shrimp po-boys, 102 Main St., Hamilton, 513.795.7640 Krueger’s Tavern Contemporar y American
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pies & pints Authentic craft piz za and beer establishment featuring bar food, Liberty Center, 7621 Gibson St., Liberty Township, 513.755.7437 The Presidents Room Eclectic menu that blends contemporar y American, Italian and German flavors, 812 Race St., 513.721.2260 Red Roost tavern Contemporar y American fare with organic, farm-to-table ingredients, 151 W. 5th St., 513.579.1234 rick’s Tavern & Grille Friendly neighborhood drinker y ser ving up pub grub amid 50 flat-screen
Tano bistro & Catering Contemporar y bistro in historic Loveland, featuring fresh ingredients and a menu that changes with the seasons, 204 W. Loveland Ave., 513.683.8266 Terry’s Turf Club Laid-back burger joint with large portions and vegetarian options, 4618 Eastern Ave., 513.533.4222 Tom + Chee Specializes in tomato soup and grilled cheese, multiple locations including 9328 Union Cen-
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tre Blvd., West Chester, 513.860.0638 W.G. Kitchen & bar Neighborhood bistro and retail wine shop where you can buy a bottle to take home, 3371 Princeton Rd., Hamilton, 513.887.9463 The Wildflower cafe Farm-to-table fare ser ved in a converted centur y-old farmhouse, 207 E. Main St., Mason, 513.492.7514 Zbgb Gourmet burgers ser ved on artisan buns made in-house, 1438 Race St., 513.744.9242
BBQ
Midwest Best BBQ & Creamery BBQ joint and ice cream parlor launched by the popular local BBQ sauce and rub company, 7832 Glendale-Milford Rd., Camp Dennison, 513.965.9000 Montgomery Inn boathouse Ribs, burgers and other BBQ specialties, 925 Riverside Dr., 513.721.7427 smoQ Southern BBQ soul food cooked low and slow, including ribs, brisket and pulled pork, 275 Pictoria Dr., Springdale, 513.671.7667
French
Jean-Robert’s Table Exquisite French cuisine with a weekly changing lunch menu, 713 Vine St., 513.621.4777 Taste of Belgium Waffles and crepes (both sweet and savor y) at this local favorite, multiple locations including 1133 Vine St., 513.381.4607
Greek/Mediterranean
Abigail Street Inventive cuisine with cheese menu and wine on tap in a trendy but casual setting, 1214 Vine St., 513.421.4040 Durum Grill Small, casual gyro eater y loved by the locals, 4764 Cornell Rd., 513.489.4777 Palomino Offering a mix of Mediterranean and contemporar y American cuisine with a view of Fountain Square, 505 Vine St., 513.381.1300 Phoenician Taverna Mediterranean cuisine in a trendy but casual setting, 7944 S. Mason Montgomer y Rd., Mason, 513.770.0027 Raya’s Lebanese Mediterranean food, specializing in kabobs and gyros, 801 Elm St., 513.421.0049 Zula Eclectic menu of Greek tapas dishes and extensive wine and craft beer lists, 1400 Race St., 513.744.9852
Italian
Boca French and Italian dishes, NYC-style pizzas and a gluten-free menu, 114 E. 6th St., 513.542.2022 Brio Tuscan grille Ser ving high-quality steaks, housemade pasta and flatbreads prepared in an authentic Italian oven, Liber ty Center, 7600 Gibson St., Liber ty Township, 513.759.4500 Bravo Cucina italiana Upscale-casual chain ser ving Italian classics with a twist amid Romanruin decor, multiple locations including 5045 Deer field Blvd., Mason, 513.234.7900 and 9436 Water front Dr., West Chester, 513.759.9398
El Pueblo Authentic Mexican fare made from secret family recipes, 4270 Hunt Rd., Blue Ash, 513.791.4405 Jefferson Social Upscale Mexican fare with extensive cocktail weekend, 101 E. Freedom Way, 513.381.2623 Ma zunte Taqueria Mexicana Casual Mexican eater y with trendy, festive decor, 5207 Madison Rd., 513.785.0000 Nada Trendy Mexican cantina ser ving creative cock tails and modern twists on traditional south-of-the-border favorites, 600 Walnut St., 513.721.6232 qdoba Casual Mexican grill featuring fresh, handcrafted meals, 2721 Edmonson Rd., 513.351.2269; Liberty Center, 7100 Foundr y Row, Liberty Township, 513.755.0486; Mason, 5030 Deer field Blvd., 513.770.0301; Blue Ash, 9749 Kenwood Rd., 513.984.2629; Florence, 7683 Mall Rd., Florence, KY, 859.647.0296
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37 coal-fired Pizza An artisan pizzeria that fuses rustic Italian traditions with the smoky flavors of the U.S. Southwest, 9321 Montgomer y Rd., Montgomer y, 513.834.5460; Xavier, 3701 Montgomer y Rd., 513.834.5460 Dewey’s Pizza Specialty pizza pies with seasonal menu, multiple locations including 7663 Cox Ln., West Chester, 513.759.6777 Goodfellas Pizzeria Pizzeria with large slices and late-night hours, 1211 Main St., 513.381.3625 LaRosa’s Pizzeria Casual pizza joint ser ving the area for more than 60 years, multiple locations Richards Pizza Local chain ser ving up pies since 1955, multiple locations including the original at 417 Main St., Hamilton, 513.894.3296 Sbarro Casual eater y ser ving up New York-style piz za and pastas, Liberty Center, 7100 Foundr y Row, Liberty Township, 512.443.8300
Steak House
Bistro on Elm Located within the Millennium Hotel Cincinnati, this bright spot offers steaks, seafood and pasta, 150 W. 5th St., 513.352.2189 Carlo & Johnny Another winner from Jeff Ruby ser ving prime steaks, seafood options and bountiful sides in an elegant space that was once a stagecoach stop, 9769 Montgomer y Rd., 513.936.8600 Celestial Steakhouse Upscale steak house and seafood restaurant with an impressive view, 1071 Celestial St., 513.241.4455 Jag’s steak & Seafood Sur f and tur f is ser ved in the dining room or the high-energy piano bar, 5980 West Chester Rd., West Chester Township, 513.860.5353 Jeff Ruby’s Steakhouse Reser vations highly
recommended at this high-end steak house, 700 Walnut St., Ste. 206, 513.784.1200 McCormick & Schmick’s Steak house and seafood with extensive bar menu and tapas options, 21 E. 5th St., 513.721.9339 Moerlein Lager House Fine-dining establishment and artifact-adorned beer bar with a wonder ful view of the river, 115 Joe Nuxhall Way, 513.421.2337 Morton’s The Steakhouse Popular steak house and seafood restaurant overlooking Fountain Square, 441 Vine St., 513.621.3111 Parkers Blue Ash tavern Elegantly rustic restaurant known for its prime rib and award-winning wine list, 4200 Cooper Rd., Blue Ash, 513.891.8300 THe Precinct The original Jeff Ruby’s location features fine steaks and seafood in a turn-of-thecentur y setting, 311 Delta Ave., 513.321.5454 Prime 47 Upscale menu featuring prime cuts and a wine vault, 580 Walnut St., 513.579.0720 Rodizio grill Bra zilian steakhouse ser ving up succulent meats and authentic sides, Liber ty Center, 7630 Gibson St., Liber ty Township, 513.777.4777 Tony’s of Cincinnati Huge portions of prime beef and the freshest seafood (salad and potato included) are the hallmarks of this steak house from Tony Ricci, 12110 Montgomer y Rd., 513.677.1993
SUSHI/ASIAN FARE
Asian Paradise Asian fusion restaurant and lounge offering popular happy-hour specials, 9521 Fields Ertel Rd., Loveland, 513.239.8881 bibibop Healthy Korean meals that include quality proteins, vegetables, gluten-free grains and Asian sauces, Liberty Center, 7616 Blake St., Liberty Township, 513.310.6615 crave Sushi bar that also features a selection of casual American fare, 175 Joe Nuxhall Way, Ste. 125, 513.241.8600 fusian Sushi bar with create-your-own rolls, fresh juices and healthy side dishes, 600 Vine St., 513.421.7646 Ka ze Trendy sushi and Japanese gastropub featuring a beer garden, 1400 Vine St., 513.898.7991 Kona grill Innovative exotic entrees, awardwinning sushi and fresh fish, 7524 Gibson St., Liberty Center Mall, Liberty Township, 513.322.5860 Lords Sushi Fresh Japanese and Korean fare, 6679 Dixie Hwy., Fair field, 513.870.0067 Quán Hapa Asian fusion and gastropub with trendy setting, 1331 Vine St., 513.421.7826
Thai
Mango Tree Thai & Sushi Casual eater y ser ving fresh, authentic Thai cuisine and sushi, 7229 Wooster Pike, 513.271.0809
Nicola’s Ristorante Italian cuisine featuring fresh pastas and an extensive wine list, 1420 Sycamore St., 513.721.6200 Pitrelli’s A true mom-and-pop dining experience with cuisine from several regions of Italy, 404 2nd Ave., Mason, 513.770.0122 Primavista Traditional Italian entrees with wine menu and a view of the city, 810 Matson Pl., 513.251.6467 Sotto Trendy Italian restaurant ser ving small plates and handmade pastas, 118 E. 6th St., 513.977.6886 Via Vite Casual dining of stone-fired pizza and fresh pastas with alfresco courtyard seating, 520 Vine St., 513.721.8483
Me xican
Bakersfield Authentic Mexican street food with extensive tequila and whiskey menus, 1213 Vine St., 513.579.0446 Chuy’s Eclectic Tex-Mex eater y featuring handmade tortillas, 7980 Hosbrook Rd., 513.793.2489
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A good cause More than 1,000 people turned out to support Hospice of Cincinnati at the Annual Hike for Hospice and TriHealth 5K Run held on October 1 at Summit Park in Blue Ash. Many people came to walk in memory of their loved ones who passed away in Hospice of Cincinnati’s care while others supported the cause by running at the beautiful Summit Park for the TriHealth 5K. Supporters stayed to receive their awards for running in the 5K. They enjoyed music and food and gathered with friends and family to support a great cause. All proceeds from the event helped Hospice of Cincinnati continue their mission to provide the best possible, most meaningful end-of-life experience for all who need care and support in our community.
save the date Don’t miss next year’s event which will be held on
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2017 Annual Hike for Hospice and
TriHealth 5k Run
OPPOSITe PAGE, clockwise from top: Members of Alice’s Army walk in memory of their mother and grandmother, Alice McDonald; Fastest male and female runners for the TriHealth 5 K Run, Leah Boyd and Chase Easterling; Justin Sanker greets a friend. ABOVE: Kathy Kremchek is congratulated at the finish line.
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DEC 1-JAN 8 Dig deep into the evo-
lution in artistic style and technique of one of the world’s great painters at the Cincinnati Art Museum exhibit, VAN GOGH: INTO THE UNDERGROWTH. This select group of more than 20 landscape paintings spanning Vincent Van Gogh’s career lets viewers explore the significance of the forest interior to his art, and compare his works to similarly themed paintings by artists who influenced him, including Rousseau, Cézanne, Monet and Gauguin. Admission: Free for members, and for all guests on Thursdays 5-8 p.m. Otherwise $10 for adults and $5 for children. Find full details at http://www.cincinnatiartmuseum. org/vangogh.
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historic and artistic at the same time by visiting the ANTIQUE CHRISTMAS exhibit at the Taft Museum of Art. Seasonal antiques of all kinds will be on display, including ornaments, toys and more. From a vintage clockwork Santa Claus to antique Christmas feather trees, it’s an experience that transcends time. Learn more online at taftmuseum.org/upcoming-exhibitionsdraft.
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HOLIDAZED & CONFUSED REVUE. Second City has been cracking people up for decades, and launching the careers of some of our most beloved comedians along the way—from Mike Myers to Tina Fey. A show featuring new seasonal sketches is just the thing to keep you in stitches well into the new year. Tickets: $30-68. Get the rest of the story at cincyplay.com/index. php?option=com_production&id=113.
DEC 1-JAN 15 Travel back in time to an era when the American West was a diamond in the rough just being settled. PICTURING THE WEST: MASTERWORKS OF 19TH CENTURY LANDSCAPE PHOTOGRAPHY offers up evocative imagery from the finest early photographers, who captured the booming West in all its natural glory. Celebrate that simple time by visiting the show at the Taft Museum of Art. For more information, go to taftmuseum.org/ cur_exhib. DEC 1-APR 2 Forget what you think you know about Viking history. It’s all about to be turned around when you view authentic Viking artifacts for yourself at the Cincinnati Museum’s VIKINGS: BEYOND THE LEGEND exhibit. See hundreds of thousand-year-old Viking relics and gain a whole new understanding of who the Vikings were and how they lived. More details at cincymuseum.org/Vikings.
DEC 3-MAR 5 In honor of winter,
Beach Waterpark in Mason blankets itself with snow, transforming magically into MOUNTAIN WATERPARK for your tubing pleasure. They supply the 400-foot-long runs, the snow and the tubes. You supply the warm clothing, mittens and snow boots. A magic carpet eliminates the need to trudge up hill after each ride; warmth and refreshments are available in the chalet, and evenings are lit with more than 100,000 Christmas lights. There’s no fun like snow fun! Tubers have to be 42” or taller, but for anyone who isn’t, there’s a play area that includes a small tubing hill and plenty of space for snow-angel making. Open weekends and some weekdays. Call first to check conditions: 513-3984356. Tubing: $16.99. Play area: $3. Buy tickets, find operating hours and download the required waiver at www. thebeachmountain.com.
DEC 10-JUL 15 Kids from ages
5-12 have a world of discovery ahead of them when they take part in the FAMILIES CREATE! WORKSHOPS at the Weston Art Gallery. They’ll get to meet artists, take gallery tours and, best of all, bring out the artist within by tackling their own art projects. Find out more at cincinnatiarts.org/weston-art-gallery/ learn/families-create-workshops.
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DEC 30 Believe it or not, THE HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS have been bringing their brand of laughs, stunts and plain old awesome basketball to enraptured audiences since the 1920s. Obviously, generations of trailblazing basketball showmen have come and gone over the team’s long history, but their appearance at the U.S. Bank Arena will make it clear that their appeal is timeless. Tickets: $26.50-126.50. Get the full scoop at usbankarena.com/event/2016/12/ the-harlem-globetrotters.
DEC 31 Do your part to support one of the coolest theaters in town while having yourself the most unique New Year’s experience ever when you take part in the CITYBEAT NEW YEAR’S EVE SPEAKEASY PARTY. It takes place at (and will benefit) The Know Theatre. In addition to offering plenty of food and drink, the festivities will include dance lessons, casino games and a ‘20s speakeasy theme. Get the full lowdown at cincinnatiusa.com/events/ citybeat-new-years-eve-speakeasy-party.
DEC 31 Those who want to spend the
last night of the year in motion can do it in style while riding around town for NEW YEAR’S EVE ON THE CINCINNATI DINNER TRAIN. Travelers can choose from one of three expertly restored vintage dining cars that date back to the golden age of train travel, with plenty of fine fare to eat and drink along the way. Price: $80-84.95. Find out more at cincinnatirailway.com.
JAN 3-8 Get 2017 off to a good start by catching a Tony Award-winning musical comedy at The Aronoff Center. A GENTLEMAN’S GUIDE TO LOVE & MURDER is the riotous tale of a man who stands to inherit a fortune, as long as he doesn’t mind
knocking off whoever’s in the inheritance line ahead of him. Tickets: $30-96. For full details visit cincinnatiarts.org/events/detail/ gentlemans-guide.
JAN 14-15 There’s no better place to be a treasure hunter than the 69TH ANNUAL LEBANON ANTIQUE SHOW & SALE. Held at the Warren County Fairgrounds in Lebanon, the show features vendors of high quality 18th, 19th and 20th Century American and European furnishings, folk and fine art, textiles, decorative arts, dishes and jewelry. Food vendors will be there, and parking is free. Admission: $8 at the door or $6 online. Learn more: http:// www.wchsmuseum.org/events/events-10/ lebanon_antique_show_%2B_sale-80.
JAN 19 Get ready to have your idea of big band jazz redefined by the CINCINNATI CONTEMPORARY JAZZ ORCHESTRA’S NIGHT IN BRASIL show. The CJO will be hitting it hard on their home turf at Redmoor, and will be joined by the Brazilian guitar wizard Bruno Mangueira, whose own compositions elegantly evoke the beauty of Brazil. Tickets: $10-15. Find out more by visiting cincinnatijazz.org/night-in-brasil.
JAN 21-FEB 19 The classic musical comedy LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS will make you laugh, hum along, and gaze in wonder at the exploits of geeky Seymour and the homicidal plant. You may have watched the movie, but you really haven’t seen anything until you’ve caught this one-of-a-kind theatrical event on stage. So get yourself over to the Playhouse in the Park for an evening of horticultural horror set to an infectious score. Tickets: $30-68. More info at cincyplay.com/index. php?option=com_production&id=110.
JAN 27-28 Get your blues fix at the fourth annual CINCY WINTER BLUES FEST, a weekend of live performances by 30 bands on four stages. The event is hosted by the Cincy Blues Society, and draws talent from across the country and beyond. Held at the Phoenix, this year’s headliners are: Davy Knowles, Michele Lundeen Band, Mike Wheeler Band and Southern Avenue. Early bird pricing (through the holidays) $20-35. Regular pricing $22.50-40. Find out more at http://cincyblues.org/
FEB 11 The last time the Good Samaritan Hospital hosted a fundraiser, 2016’s My Big Fat Italian Gala, they raised half a million dollars. With your help, maybe the 33RD ANNUAL GOOD SAMARITAN GALA will be even more of an evening to remember, both for the fun you can have, and for the help your attendance can offer. Learn more at trihealth.com/foundations/ good-samaritan-hospital-foundation. Click on Events in the left margin. FEB 21-MAR 5 Billing itself as “a very new musical,” SOMETHING ROTTEN! tells the story of the Bottom brothers, who live in Elizabethan London alongside Shakespeare. While attempting to write a play in an era completely dominated by the Bard, they end up creating the very first musical. The show, which critics have described as bawdy, big and brash, has been called a “meta-musical” with numbers that are “catchier than the plague.” Nominated for 10 Tony Awards, the show will be at the Arnoff Center’s Procter and Gamble Hall. Tickets: from $30. For the full plot, head to www.cincinnatiarts.org/events/detail/ something-rotten.
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CAPRI La dolce vita was practically invented on this beautiful Italian isle, famous as the world’s oldest resort. by Rita Guarna
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Opposite: A rock formation creates a natural arch over the sea. This page, left: Uber-fresh pasta al frutti di mare—that is, with “fruit of the sea”; right: The Hotel Caesar Augustus stands 1,000 feet above the Bay of Naples, and guests enjoy a nightly display as the glitter of the Milky Way is reflected on the water below.
In Capri, the world’s first resort, no one seems to be in a rush to get anywhere. But this isn’t necessarily a lazy man’s trip either: Because Capri is small and steep (four miles long and two miles wide) with so few roads, it’s a walker’s island (cheating is allowed—you can rent a Vespa to explore some byways). In fact, Capri is a geological castoff from the peninsula of Sorrento in the southern part of the Bay of Naples. Limestone cliffs separate the two main towns: laid-back Anacapri and the more populated Capri (the town) in the east. Anacapri boasts Monte Solaro, 1,900 feet high, while Monte Tiberio, its somewhat shorter sibling, is topped by the ruins of the Emperor Tiberius’ palace, Villa Jovis. While a few main streets connect key points, most streets are really narrow twisting lanes or paved paths that crisscross what is still a surprisingly wild, rocky island, home to goats and lizards, maritime pines and oleander. (The word Capri comes from the Greek word kapros, meaning wild boar—but I didn’t encounter those!) No visit to Capri would be complete without swimming in the sea (and seeing the Blue Grotto—yes, it’s a big tourist attraction, but worth visiting if only once). Banish notions of islands you may have visited in the Caribbean: Beautiful beaches there ain’t—most of these tend toward small and pebbly, and the few sandy swaths you’ll find are awash with people and umbrellas. But what they lack in sand they more than make up for in scenery and scenes. La Fontelina on the southern coast
is one of the best lidos, or beach clubs, with a good restaurant tucked into the rocks that serves pasta and seafood galore. And it sells day passes. You can slip into the water from the rocks and have a lemon granita waiting after your swim. If images of Poseidon and Neptune don’t make you feel buoyant, then the salinity of the water certainly will. (Nowhere have I felt more aloft, except perhaps in the Dead Sea.) It seems you can float forever. Back on terra firma, it’s a toss-up as to what will captivate you more: heartstopping views of the sea and the three iconic Faraglioni rocks—named Stella, Mezzo and Scopolo—or the beautiful people whose comings and goings make the dock a sort of catwalk. Of course, it can’t be reached by taxi. You either go by private boat or walk down a very steep hillside. When it’s time for dinner, you will be tempted to overindulge, no doubt scarfing down plates of homemade pastas, just-caught fish and bowls of fresh figs and washing it all down with bottles of fine wine. After all, this is southern Italy, where everyone has some manner of garden growing zucchini, tomatoes and potatoes, not to mention olive trees, lemon trees and even cactus trees—the kind that grow prickly pears (delicious— but swallow, don’t chew, the seeds). The Caprese grow their own herbs, fruits and vegetables. They buy seafood directly from the fishermen and make pasta at the kitchen table. It doesn’t get fresher than this. Whether you eat at La Terrazza di Lucullo (try the legendary ravioli capresi)
or one of several nearby ristoranti, you won’t be disappointed. And don’t skip the dolce. While many think of cannoli as the quintessential Italian dessert, I recommend the not-too-sweet sfogliatella, a Neapolitan specialty consisting of crispy pastry crust filled with creamy ricotta. It’s best when it’s eaten warm from the oven. Still, no one will look askance if you decide to eat only the famous Caprese salad—vine-ripened tomato, basil and mozzarella drizzled with extra virgin olive oil—and a glass of prosecco. There’s something about the cool bite of the bubbles and the gentle breezes in an open-air café that soothes the soul. And, of course, the people-watching is firstrate too. You’ll see two types of gente on Capri: typical tourists whose gaudy clothing makes you wince; and everyone else—young and old alike—clad in their Sunday best. That’s one reason why you simply cannot miss taking a passeggiata, or nocturnal stroll. This daily rite is practiced all over Italy, but here in Capri partaking of it is akin to having front-row seats to the latest runway show in Milan. No sensible shoes for these fashionistas—cobblestone streets, be damned. Only strappy, high-heel sandals will do for the women. And as with any great parade, you’ve got to be both spectator and participant in order to experience it fully. Luckily, it’s not a once-in-a-blue-moon event but a nightly spectacle. Your reward: At the end of the night, you too will be an espressosipping bella donna or gentil’uomo. What could be better? Now that’s amore. cincinnati HEALTH & LIFE | WINTER 2017
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did you know? Named for their tendency to grow in clusters like grapes, these juicy gems were first discovered in the West Indies in the early 1700s. A member of the citrus family, they’re believed to be the result of a natural crossbreeding between an orange and a pomelo. We can thank the Spanish for introducing grapefruit to Florida in the 1820s, though they grew grapefruit trees purely for their beauty, turned off by the fruit’s slightly bitter taste. Today the United States is the world’s top grapefruit producer, with about 75 percent of our country’s supply grown in Florida. You can find the fruit in three main varieties, categorized by the color of their flesh: white, pink/red and star ruby/rio red.
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Step aside, OJ: Grapefruit can also help ward off nasty winter colds with its high vitamin C content (just one half of a grapefruit contains 80 percent of your recommended daily value). The fruit is also a good source of vitamin A, vitamin B6, potassium, thiamin and niacin, and contains pectin, a form of soluble fiber that may lower cholesterol. But not all grapefruit are created equal: The pink and red varieties contain lycopene, a powerful antioxidant that may play a role in reducing cancer risk, and are more vitamin-rich than the white. grapefruit have also been touted for their supposed weight-reducing powers. Advocates of the “grapefruit diet”—a fad diet popular in the 1970s that involved consuming grapefruit at every meal—claimed that grapefruit contains a special fat-burning enzyme. While research has not supported this theory, at just 40 calories for one half of a medium-sized grapefruit, there’s no doubt this nutrient-packed super fruit is a great option for those watching their weight.
buy · store · serve You can purchase grapefruit year-round, and right now is the height of the grapefruit season, when they are ripe and contain the most antioxidants, according to research. Choose a grapefruit that is glossy, smooth and round and heavy for its size, steering clear of those with brown or soft spots. Store grapefruit at room temperature for up to a week, or in your refrigerator for up to eight weeks. Let grapefruit warm to room temperature before consuming, whether you prefer to scoop yours out with a spoon or slice it into wedges.
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