It's on! The Gateway Quarter gains another storefront on October 22nd, as MiCA 12/v, the urban styled sister store of the original hip homewares store in O'Bryonville, moves in to its 12th and Vine location.  The grand opening celebration will happen just a few days later, on the 26th of October as MiCA joins Park + Vine in Final Friday activities in "the Q" from 5-9pm.  Methinks we have the start of a design district in the heart of the city.

:: Via MiCA blog 

We're very happy to have Cincinnati independant record store extraordinaire, Shake-It Records, drop some music knowledge around the BuyCincy grounds.  Check back for regular columns from Billy Carter of Shake-It.

What's Shaking - 09/29/07

4 BRAND NEW RELEASES THAT MERIT EXTRA ATTENTION 

 

We told you that we would let everyone know when Cory Shafer's Over-the-Rhine shirt would be available at Park + Vine. Well, it should be in the store literally any minute now. Just as Dan from P+V was telling us that they were expecting the shirt in time for tonights's Final Friday activites, the t-shirt printer arrived with a sample. And, take it from us, it looked sweet! The OTR streetscape pops off of a heather gray American Apparel tee. Better get one before they all sell out - $29 exclusively at Park + Vine.

 

What's the deal? 

Today we're gonna review soaps.  'Cause it's Saturday.  And Saturday is the day that we review soaps:  

Our friends at Metronation have just released their own series of soaps and candles. The soap is made from "french-milled goat's milk," the candle from a soy blend. Wonder how french-milled goat's milk is different than regular goat's milk?  Yeah, us too - but it sounds better, doesn't it? Both are available in 18 signature fragrances handpicked by the folks at Metronation.

Where to get it?

Metronation - 1213 Vine St. (in the hoppin' new Gateway District), Cincinnati, OH 45202 

How much will it cost? 

At $5 for the soap and $15 for the candle, it says for a gift: "I thought enough of you to get french-milled goat's milk even though I don't know what that means." For you it means: "Screw Irish Spring - it's business time!"

 

:: Metronation 

Our good friends at Park + Vine recently gave us a sneak peek at their new OTR-influenced T-shirt design. Designed by local artists Cory Shafer specifically for the store, the shirt is a shout out to the store's neighborhood. The front features a rendering of one of Over-the-Rhine's brilliant streetscapes, while the back namedrops the streets and alleys that comprise it.

Personally, we can't wait to get our grubby hands on the shirt - and we're pretty sure that we aren't alone on that one. Thankfully, the wait won't be too long - word from Park + Vine is that the shirt is on its way and will be available in the upcoming weeks. If you are as enamored with the shirt as we are, keep checking back with us for a release date so you can drop in and get one before they sell out.

What's the Deal?

Looking for a great wine?  Whether you are entertaining friends at a dinner party, giving a gift, or just want to relax at the end of a hard day, Piazza Discepoli wine merchants has the wine for you.  Purveyors of fine wines and foods since 1989, the staff at Piazza Discepoli will make you look like a seasoned connoisseur.  We frequent the College Hill store, where Guy Discepoli is always available with a great selection and helpful guidance.  Tell Guy what you are having for dinner, if you like your wines sweet or dry, and a price, and he will find you a perfect paring.  Even better, he will never try to sell you over your price range.  They are committed to giving you the best wine for what you want to spend.  Piazza Discepoli also offers frequent wine tastings, a wine of the month club, and an on-line store.

Where do I find them?

You can find them at four great locations throughout Greater Cincinnati. The original store in College Hill at 5901 Hamilton Ave, Glendale at 23 Village Square,  Madeira 7754 Camargo Rd,  and White Oak 5872 Cheviot Rd.

What does it cost?

Prices range from $9.99 to, well, something for someone with very expensive taste, but you can find a great wine at any price.

Check them out on the Web at: www.piazzadiscepoli.com

 

Along with LaRosa's and Skyline, Graeter's is in the holy trinity of Cincinnati foods.  So, naturally when a snazzy-looking new Graeter's opened up in Newport, we had to check it out... you know, for research purposes or something.  The ice cream, of course, was top notch as alway - Oprah would be proud.  But the real gem is the building itself.  Graeter's beautifully restored the 138 year old building at Monmouth and Fourth to make the ice cream chain fit in with the historical character of the neighborhood (something that can't be said for many projects in Newport.)  The result is something that feels like an ice cream parlor should.  From the intricately detailed woodwork on the doorways to the restored tin ceiling, the Newport location makes getting an ice cream cone seem like an experience.

If you are in a rush, they do have a walk-up window, but we highly recommend against it.  Sit down, grab some Black Raspberry Chip and soak in one of the world's best ice creams in the world in a place that finally does it justice.

 

What's the deal?

Provident Camera might look from the outside like a remnant of the 35mm age, but once you step inside that impression quickly fades.   From the sleekest new digital cameras to studio-style gear for your next big shoot (not to mention technology such as online printing and photo restoration), this place leaves the selection at Best Buy in its dust.  And, unlike some of those big box electronics stores, these guys actually know what they are talking about. 

Where to find it? 

Located in downtown Cincinnati for 75+ years, Provident is located on 7th between Race and Vine at 18 W. 7th St.  Mon-Fri: 9am-6pm, Sat:10am-5pm. 

How much will it cost? 

From a couple bucks for a roll of film to a couple thousand for a top of the line camera, it all depends on what you are looking for.  The only surefire way to check (and see if they might have a deal on preowned equiptment) is to stop in. 

::Provident Camera Shop 

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