The Best of the 513

May 13 is 513 Day! And as an unofficial Cincinnati holiday, it felt like a good time to share some of my favorite foodie spots around the Queen City — the places behind a lot of the meals and experiences I create as The At Home Chef. 👨‍🍳

🍎 Findlay Market is such a gem — a go-to for a lot of my sourcing

🥕 ETC Produce for vegetables and herbs from local farmers 

🥩 Eckerlin’s Meats for just about any cut of meat I need 

🧀 The Rhined for an excellent cheese selection 

🍨 Dojo Gelato for a sweet treat while walking the market 

🦞 Lobsta Bakes for fresh seafood, seafood platters, and hanging at The Shack. Plus, The Lodge coming soon!

🍇 Boards & Beez for charcuterie trays 

🪵 Cincinnati Wood Collaborative for cutting boards 

🔪 Cincy Sharp for knife sharpening 

🌿 Roothouse Aquaponics for lettuce, microgreens, edible flowers, and incredible tilapia

As a private chef, I build menus around quality ingredients and thoughtful details like these — because great meals are about more than food. They’re about slowing down, enjoying life, gathering around the table, and creating memories that last a lifetime. 🍽️

From date nights to full dinner parties, we handle everything from sourcing to cleanup so you can stay present and enjoy the experience.

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