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Robert J. Slattery<br />

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I’ve lived in Ohio my entire life. Born and raised in the Cleveland area, I moved<br />

to <strong>Cincinnati</strong> after graduating from Miami University. And this wonderful city<br />

has been my home ever since…I won’t go into exactly how many years, but let’s<br />

just say it’s been decades.<br />

While it’s not a dramatic shift, the weather is just a bit more pleasant in this<br />

part of the state. We typically get considerably less snow, and this time of year,<br />

spring starts a week or two earlier—and I am not alone when it comes to welcoming<br />

things greening up outside.<br />

Out on the bike trails, I pass families riding with young children then racers<br />

in their colorful shirts pass by me. But it doesn’t matter, I am enjoying my ride.<br />

This is a great community when it comes to biking and hiking trails—we’re at<br />

the center of one of the country’s most extensive trail systems, reaching from<br />

the Ohio River to Lake Erie and points to the east and west in between. See all<br />

the places you can go in our feature “Happy Trails” on page 15.<br />

When I am hanging out closer to home, it’s often in my backyard grilling out<br />

for family and friends. Last year in a bit of a staying healthy leap, we joined the<br />

national craze and added a pickleball court. Nearby is a patio deck with comfy<br />

chairs and sofas for recovering after the match and perhaps enjoying an adult<br />

beverage. This year we hope to add a firepit into the mix. Ellen and I are looking<br />

forward to gathering around the fire and sharing stories and s’mores with our<br />

grandchildren.<br />

If you’d like ideas for creating an inviting outdoor space, or maybe recipes for<br />

that adult beverage, check out “Great Ideas for Backyard Gatherings” on page 29.<br />

No matter what route you take, I hope you manage to enjoy plenty of days in<br />

the sunshine and fresh air this spring.<br />

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natural surfaces—that lead through wooded vistas to connect <strong>Cincinnati</strong> to neighboring towns<br />

such as Newtown, Loveland and Lebanon. One trail will even take you as far away as Lake<br />

Erie. And closer to home, another will soon loop you through 34 miles in Greater <strong>Cincinnati</strong>.<br />

“Hamilton County is at the epicenter of one of the country’s most extensive multi-use trail<br />

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THE LOVELAND BIKE TRAIL<br />

Probably the most well-known of all,<br />

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On the southern end it begins near<br />

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Greene and Fayette Counties,<br />

with its final stop in Octa, Ohio.<br />

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CROWNING THE QUEEN CITY<br />

Work is underway to complete our city’s first urban loop trail, the CROWN, a<br />

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schools, workplaces, stores, recreational areas and entertainment venues.<br />

By weaving together existing trails including Wasson Way, Ohio River Trail<br />

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Trail, and Canal Bikeway, the CROWN will allow for a complete loop that travels<br />

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OFF THE PAVED PATH<br />

If you yearn for dirt under your tires or toes, the <strong>Cincinnati</strong> Off-Road Alliance<br />

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We’re crazy for<br />

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at<br />

When it comes to entertaining—indoors or outside—it’s hard to beat the fun<br />

and flexibility of a charcuterie. The popularity of these platters has exploded over<br />

the past few years—and for good reasons. In addition to being a gastronomical<br />

feast, these boards are visually appealing and conversation starters in and of<br />

themselves.<br />

The cheese and charcuterie buyer at Jungle Jim’s International Market,<br />

Jacob Hacker, shares a few tips on how to make your charcuterie especially<br />

memorable. ➻<br />

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You can easily scale these to fit whatever crowd you are entertaining, and ingredients can be as<br />

affordable or high-end as you see fit. Here are a few guidelines for getting started.<br />

MEATS: CHOOSE 2+<br />

The original definition of a charcuterie is a collection of cold, cooked meats. So, this is a good place<br />

to start. Consider picking a reliable classic such as ham or turkey. Then add a spicier selection<br />

or two. Jacob recommends Leoncini Prosciutto di Parma, Smoking Goose Sopressata Salami, and<br />

Zoe’s Ghost Pepper Salami. “I am particularly partial to the Smoking Goose brand which is made<br />

in Indianapolis. They source all their pork from farms in Indiana. It’s uniquely spiced with a little<br />

nutmeg and clove.”<br />

CHEESES: CHOOSE 4+<br />

Selecting a soft cheese, a semi-soft cheese, a firm cheese, and a blue cheese will provide for a<br />

balanced combination. Have fun with these selections, they seem to generate the most buzz<br />

among your guests. Jacob particularly likes Point Reyes Blue Cheese, Urban Stead Gouda (made<br />

in Walnut Hills) and Barber’s English Cheddar. “The Urban Stead Gouda is a well-balanced, nice<br />

and buttery, younger gouda.”<br />

BREAD & CRACKERS: 2-3<br />

A few clusters of gourmet crackers work well for staging those smaller bites. Add a hearty bread,<br />

such as a baguette, ciabatta, or nutty whole grain loaf, sliced into small sections. “I like Firehook<br />

crackers,” Jacob says. “They’re thin but sturdy crackers. And they’re really good.”<br />

FRUITS: 3+<br />

Fruits are great for adding splashes of color to your board. Consider using dried or candied<br />

fruits, like dried apricots and dried strawberries, Jacob says. “We carry a lot of these in our bulk<br />

and produce departments. For fresh fruit I am partial to pears more than apples. And grapes<br />

obviously.”<br />

SPREADS: 2+<br />

You should include at least one sweet and one savory spread. Jungle Jim’s carries a great item<br />

made by “In the Curious Kitchen” in Northern Kentucky. “The owner, Mary Hennigan, makes<br />

a bourbon honey mustard that’s amazing,” says Jacob. A hummus or tapenade also works well.<br />

The sky is the limit on the sweet side. It could be as simple as a local honey, or as elegant as a<br />

homemade chutney or jam.<br />

FINAL TOUCHES<br />

Small but mighty details to add include pickles, veggies, and olives. “At Jungle Jim’s, our olive bar<br />

has every olive you can think of,” Jacob says. “I am partial to blue cheese or garlic stuffed myself.”<br />

Add in a variety of nuts—walnuts, cashews, almonds, pistachios, and pecans—there’s not a bad<br />

choice in the bunch. A sprig of rosemary, or another fresh herb, adds a perfect finishing touch.<br />

ASSEMBLY<br />

When building your board, start with one of your larger items as a focal point, place the items<br />

in order of biggest to smallest. Meats can be sliced or folded or rolled up in individual tasting<br />

sizes. Soft cheeses should be served with a spreader or butter knife. Hard cheeses can be sliced,<br />

cubed, or served with a knife. The smaller items, such as bread slices, crackers and nuts should be<br />

included in a couple different areas so that they are easily within reach for everyone. Mustards and<br />

jams can be placed in small ramekins scattered around the board with spreaders nearby.<br />

VISIT JACOB AND HIS CHARCUTERIE TEAM AT JUNGLE JIM’S<br />

While assembly may seem intimidating, you really can’t mess it up. But if you’d rather have a bit of<br />

help, stop by the service counter in Jungle Jim’s cheese shop. Jacob says his team will be happy to help<br />

you pick everything out to build your own incredible charcuterie board.<br />

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