Tucker's Restaurant on Vine Street in Over-the-Rhine is a Cincinnati institution. Proprietors Joe and Carla Tucker fit the neighborhood like a well-worn glove, offering some of the city's most unique (and vegetarian-friendly) dishes, all served with a side of Cincinnati hospitality. Everyone is welcome at Tucker's as evidenced by Kelly Kruthaupt's day spent at the local hot spot. read on…

Tucked into a corner of the Essex neighborhood sits the American Sign Museum - home to over 3,000 signs of by-gone eras including hand-lettered Sinatra and Charo show cards,  chasing light bulbs, radio wave neon as well as a collection of sign-making equipment, materials and tools, salesman samples, and three-dimensional architectural models. read on…

Cincinnati has a number of concierges, but they're not all necessarily working at the hotels. A new resident to the Queen City found a treasure trove of information about her new home in an unlikely source: Brad Teaney, owner of 7th Street Cleaners on 7th and Elm downtown. Turns out Brad has been offering more than just stain prevention tips during his time at the cleaners. He is a living guide to what's happening around town and an invaluable resource to his non 513 area code customers. read on…

Last month saw the turning of a page in the Cincinnati dining scene as Jean-Robert at Pigall's closed its doors for the last time. Soapbox photographer and long time associate of Jean Robert de Cavel, Scott Beseler documented a special final seven-course meal at the Chef's kitchen-side table. Restaurants come and restaurants go, but talent and innovation are both renewable resources. Happily Chef Jean Robert de Cavel will remain in Cincinnati. We look forward to pulling up a chair to his next exciting project. Bon Appetit! read on…

Ask anyone who's lived here for more than a couple of months and they will more than likely be able to tell you their favorite spot to satisfy a late night craving for sliders, coneys or french fries swimming in unnatural whiz's and sauces. While there's nothing wrong with making a 2AM run for the border, we thought we would share some of our favorite alternatives. read on…

The Fine Arts Fund campaign kicks off this week with a week full of events including a "Night of Magic," hosted by the Fine Arts Fund Friends at the Contemporary Arts Center on Friday, February 20. Mix and mingle and prepare to be dazzled. For more information or to purchase tickets, click here. The official kickoff event gets things moving on Tuesday, Feb. 17, 5-6:30 p.m. at the Macy’s Fountain Place store across from Fountain Square on Fifth & Vine Streets. The campaign runs through April 30. Join some 44,000 other donors who contribute to keep the arts alive and kicking in the Queen City. read on…

Cincinnati USA Regional Chamber's HYPE (Harnessing Young Professional Energy) Initiative uses the power of social media to create a compelling case for living, working and playing in Cincinnati. Even in a strained economy, creative talent is choosing location over jobs in determining where to live. Here, HYPE demonstrates why Cincinnati can deliver both careers and quality of life.  read on…

Earth Collectible Toy Mall specializes in the kinds of toys you might remember from your childhood. James Sawyer explains how the small start-up company has gone from local toy shop to an online powerhouse. read on…

There’s a place where corporate leaders around the country and the world have discovered to be an ideal location to establish their businesses for a myriad of reasons including easy transportation, welcoming communities and a talented and extensive workforce. We’re talking about Northern Kentucky, a region offering the assets of the 2.1 million Cincinnati MSA, all while providing the convenience and affordability of a vital economic agency with a strong record of success. read on…

With the holidays coming up fast, we here at Soapbox thought this the perfect opportunity to showcase one of Cincinnati's hottest young entrepreneurs. As highlighted in our feature this week, Cookin' with Caitlin has been making a buzz around town with her innovative approach to sharing her culinary talents. What better way to demonstrate what we mean than to let you see the real deal. read on…

As written about in previous issues of Soapbox, the Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky regions have quickly established themselves as IT innovators by attracting the likes of international powerhouse Tata, among other corporations to the area, In this video, Soapbox looks at ways in which this global positioning has helped move our region into the spotlight for information technology. read on…

3CDC’s Kelly Leon and Robert Maly, Vice President of Development for the Model Group, talks to Soapbox about Cincinnati’s hottest up and coming revitalization project – the Gateway Quarter in Over-the-Rhine. Visionary planning combined with community involvement and a healthy blend of mixed-use housing, shopping, arts organizations and restaurants create an exciting district that has quickly become a destination spot for those wanting to live in a chic walkable neighborhood with downtown serving as their backyard. read on…

Just in time for the annual Downtown Tour of Living, Roger Thesing, local entrepreneur and developer, explains to the Soapbox crew why living downtown is the best choice for him. His latest development, The Lofts at Fountain Square, are right next to restaurants, entertainment options and unique shopping. Along with beautifully restored living units ripe with architectural details not found in any suburb, Roger and his wife have found the perfect combination of work, live and play. read on…

UC Boasts some of the most remarkable architecture statements in the region. Recently, Soapbox asked Michaele Pride, Director of the School of Architecture and Interior Design at DAAP, to take us on a tour of these campus gems.Special thanks to Sue Ann Painter, director of the Architectural Foundation of Cincinnati, for her help with this piece. read on…

Sanger and Eby represents one of Cincinnati's many fine design firms integrating professional graphic designers, web developers and programmers focused on creating communication solutions for a wide array of clients, including 5/3's recently launched diversity website. Soapbox talks with partners, Lisa Sanger and Donna Eby about what 20 years in the business have taught them. read on…