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Uptown Main Page - Click here for THE UPTOWN MERCHANT WEBSITEThe original articles can be found at Westerville Magazine - Down to Business and What's Cookin and Other BusinessDown to Business
“With the arrival of spring we have the gifts and accessories that will help transform your outdoor living space into the ‘envy’ of your friends and neighbors,” says owner Kriss Rogers. Outside Envy carries everything from pottery to palm trees, fountains, artistic glass, wind chimes, and works by local artists. For more information, visit www.outside-envy.com or call 614-895-3689.
What's Cookin'
Gedert, a Columbus native and graduate of Fort Hayes High School remains true to his Midwestern roots in that his menu is not pretentious, but very approachable. Nor is it “comfort food” as much as food with which we can get comfortable. The “Stamp and Go” cod fritters were the most popular item at Tapatio and have found their way here, thanks to Gedert. The stuffed corn bread has several layers of flavor, including hints of coffee in the red-eye gravy, which plays in harmony with a blend of imported cheeses inside the house-made corn bread. You’ll love the smoked gouda and garbanzo fritters: Lightly dusted and flash-fried, they literally melt in your mouth, and the garbanzo takes the edge off of the smoky gouda. Other appetizers, generally priced from $7 to $8, include Uptown’s original crab cakes; beef satay with a nice hoisin barbeque glaze; sweet peppers stuffed with cheese on a bed of sweet corn sauce; and wings with a nice chili-ginger glaze. Entrees are in $15 to $18, very reasonable for the quality of ingredients and innovative creations. A favorite is the huevos rancheros, often overlooked on many menus, but a dinner staple at Uptown Market. The wonderful flavors that emanate from the smoky tomato salsa and the spicy potatoes, along with the rich egg yolks make this dish alone worth the trip. Another favorite is Creole shrimp served over “dirty rice” and corn maque choux. Also worth ordering is the grilled pork tenderloin, served with a tangy mango-ginger chutney hash and baby Bok Choy (grown in Johnston at Flying J Farm, a source of many Uptown Market vegetables). Other entrees include seafood, beef, chicken and pasta dishes, all creatively prepared. Uptown has caramelized tomato-basil soup fresh daily, several salads ($4 to $7) with the addition of meats and or seafood optional. There’s a full range of sandwiches, one of the best being the grilled bacon turkey avocado (TBA) on house-made bread. Desserts are all made in house and run $5.50 to $7. Sweets include Key Lime crème brulee, strawberry shortcake on a sweet potato buttermilk biscuit, chocolate chunk bread pudding, and more. Diners may now imbibe with their lunch or dinner. Several wines by the glass are reasonably priced at $5.50 to $6.50, while bottles are a moderate $23 to $27. In addition to the full bar, there are six beers on draft, and more varieties in bottles. Uptown Market 614-901-0334 www.theuptownmarket.org Reservations: recommended on weekends Kids menu available for $4 to $5 Hours: Closed Monday; 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Tuesday through Thursday; 11 a.m.-11 p.m., Friday and Saturday (bar open late); 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m. (brunch), Sunday.
Down to Business AmyD fashion line now available at Java Central Now you can find more than just great coffee at Java Central. AmyD, the funky and eclectic fashion line by Amy Dalrymple, has a new space in the Uptown coffee shop at 20 S. State St. Dalrymple describes her shirts, skirts, handbags, accessories and aprons as “cool and wearable, a way to look good and be comfortable at the same time.” Dalrymple’s line also can be found locally at Encircle, 30 N. State St., in Westerville, and at Wholly Craft, 3171 N. High St. For more information, visit www.madebyamyd.com. New community bank opens in Westerville The Guernsey Bank recently opened its second location in Central Ohio and its first in Westerville at 780 S. State St. The bank prides itself on being a non-corporate, relaxing place to visit, with comfortable chairs, coffee, newspapers and television. “We call it ‘The Guernsey Way,’” says President Bob Patrella. Epitomized in “The Guernsey Way” is easy accessibility to Patrella, customized loan programs, and longer hours than most banks. The bank is open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. weekdays, and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. For more information, visit www.guernseybank.com or call 614-776-5300. Ralphoto Studio Has Moved Ralphoto Studio has moved from its former location at 48 N. State St. to a bigger space at 44 N. State St. The retail portrait studio specializes in senior and children’s portraits, family portraiture, commercial photography, and teams and community events. “We’re still the same old people, we’ve just moved and changed some things,” says Owner Alan Geho. For more information, visit www.ralphoto.com or call 614-882-1842. Meza, a specialty and gourmet food shop, will occupy Ralphoto’s former space.
Down to Business AmyD fashion line now available at Java Central Now you can find more than just great coffee at Java Central. AmyD, the funky and eclectic fashion line by Amy Dalrymple, has a new space in the Uptown coffee shop at 20 S. State St. Dalrymple describes her shirts, skirts, handbags, accessories and aprons as “cool and wearable, a way to look good and be comfortable at the same time.” Dalrymple’s line also can be found locally at Encircle, 30 N. State St., in Westerville, and at Wholly Craft, 3171 N. High St. For more information, visit www.madebyamyd.com. New community bank opens in Westerville The Guernsey Bank recently opened its second location in Central Ohio and its first in Westerville at 780 S. State St. The bank prides itself on being a non-corporate, relaxing place to visit, with comfortable chairs, coffee, newspapers and television. “We call it ‘The Guernsey Way,’” says President Bob Patrella. Epitomized in “The Guernsey Way” is easy accessibility to Patrella, customized loan programs, and longer hours than most banks. The bank is open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. weekdays, and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. For more information, visit www.guernseybank.com or call 614-776-5300. Ralphoto Studio Has Moved Ralphoto Studio has moved from its former location at 48 N. State St. to a bigger space at 44 N. State St. The retail portrait studio specializes in senior and children’s portraits, family portraiture, commercial photography, and teams and community events. “We’re still the same old people, we’ve just moved and changed some things,” says Owner Alan Geho. For more information, visit www.ralphoto.com or call 614-882-1842. Meza, a specialty and gourmet food shop, will occupy Ralphoto’s former space. |
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