Nowhere Special Show

07/22/2026

Waiting on baby number two means we’re trying to squeeze in a few more dates while we still can. So today my wife and I headed over to krimmersitalianettemaineville to see what all the hype was about.

After all the humidity and storms we’ve had lately, it couldn’t have been a better afternoon to grab one of their picnic tables outside and enjoy the weather.

My wife ordered the 10-inch Pickle Pizza ($12.49) and after chatting with the (not owner😂😅), added their house-cooked thick-cut bacon for another $1.50. If you’re ordering this pie, trust me… add the bacon. It’s the right move.

I stayed loyal to my all-time favorite: a red sauce, pepperoni and jalapeños. Some habits are just too hard to break after 30+ years. At $7.99 plus $1.50 per topping, my pizza came out to just $10.99.

I also couldn’t pass up one of their hoagies, so I ordered the Dagwood for $8.99. It’s layered with salami, pepper loaf and pepperoni, then topped with pizza sauce, mozzarella, pickles and onions. The pepper loaf was what sold me, and it absolutely delivered.

The food came out quickly, and after the first bite I understood why this place has such a loyal following.

These are the kinds of pizzas that remind me why Midwest pizza is its own thing. The dough is the star of the show. It has a depth of flavor that only comes from people who genuinely care about the craft. The crust was nicely crisp without needing to be overdone, and I was honestly surprised by how generous they were with the mozzarella. It felt like we had ordered extra cheese without actually paying for it. In this economy, that’s a win.

The pickle pizza absolutely slaps, and the bacon takes it to another level.

The Dagwood was pure nostalgia. It reminded me of the small-town, family-owned pizza joints I grew up eating at. The places where the food always seemed to matter a little more than cutting costs to shrinkflation.

The funny thing is, even though this was my first visit, the whole meal tasted familiar in the best possible way.

I’d happily give Krimmer’s an 8/10, and I’ll definitely be back.

If I had one critique, I’d personally love just a touch more blistering on the cheese across the top. That’s purely my preference though.

It’s not health food.

But man… it’s delicious.

Have you been to Krimmer’s Italianette? If so, what’s your go-to order?

📍 Krimmer’s Italianette - Maineville

04/30/2026

I love this…
I love that…
I love this the most 😅

Back at MaineTowne Kitchen & Bar in Maineville and I clearly had a favorite problem:

🥨 Fluffy, crispy pretzel + spicy b**r cheese + craft b**r
🔥 Buffalo chicken flatbread
🧀 House-smoked brisket mac & cheese

And honestly… I’m not convinced I made the right choice.

This is what I mean when I say small town spots are quietly competing with anything you’ll find in the city.

No hype. No gimmicks.
Just really, really good food.

Tried these while filming the Maineville episode of Nowhere Special — and yeah… they deserved their own post.

If you’re anywhere near Maineville, don’t just go for one thing.
You’re gonna want options.

Which one are you ordering first? 👀

04/28/2026

The Best Craft B**r + Board Game Spot in Maineville.

Most people drive right past this place… and honestly, they’re missing out.

📍Victory Pints — Maineville, Ohio

If you’ve ever wished there was a place where you could grab a craft b**r, sit down with friends, and play board games for hours… this is it.

Victory Pints has hundreds of board games, a free game room where you can pull anything off the shelf and play, handcrafted locally roasted coffee, espresso, craft b**r on tap, trivia nights, tournaments, and one of the best community hangout spots in town.

It’s the kind of place that reminds you people still want real connection—not just more screen time.

Owner Riley built something special here. It’s not just a game shop… it’s a place people actually gather.

Located right next to Scoopz Ice Cream in the heart of Maineville (yes, the giant pink building nearby gives it away 😆).

Definitely worth checking out.

Have you been to Victory Pints yet?


**rLovers

04/24/2026

Loveland is adding another piece to its story—and it’s on this wall.

A new mural is taking shape at Nisbet Park, and I stopped by to chat with muralist Tom Post Art about the symbolism behind the piece, watch his process and spoke about how the progress is coming along so far.

You’ll find it behind the Little Miami Scenic River and Trail Center building, facing into the heart of the park—and it’s already adding something special to the space.

It’s always great to see public dollars invested in projects that make Loveland more vibrant, welcoming, and connected year after year. Public art like this helps tell the story of a place and gives the community something to be proud of.

Have you seen it yet?

04/22/2026

This Random Ohio Town Might Have the Perfect Night Out.

Maineville, Ohio didn’t start with a grand plan. It started with people who were simply… over it.

Early settlers came from Maine, tired of brutal winters and endless snow, and made their way west until they founded a quiet crossroads in Southwest Ohio.

They stopped. Looked around. And decided:
“Yeah… this’ll do.”

At first, people called it Yankeetown (which tells you exactly how that went). Eventually, the name Maineville stuck — a nod to where they came from, even as they started building something new.

And that’s been the story ever since.

A town balancing two identities:
farmland and front porches on one side…
new neighborhoods and fast growth on the other.

Still deciding. Still evolving.

And honestly… that might be what makes it worth paying attention to.

04/11/2026

For those of you sleeping on the bright pink ice cream shop in Maineville. The vanilla shake is the litmus test. Run. Don't walk.

Scoopz is a family joint serving up great ice cream in the Maineville village center. And you can drive-thru...

04/09/2026

Filming in Maineville was a blast. I'll be dreaming about this burger while I edit the full episode. MaineTowne

04/04/2026

Our next little tour is under construction. We'll get there soon enough. If we could just make up our mind on what we're wanting to call it.

02/28/2026

Seemingly great news! https://www.facebook.com/share/1CAnkmZkKw/?mibextid=wwXIfr

On Wednesday, city officials announced that Loveland has secured funding to purchase and preserve nearly four acres of land on N. Riverside Avenue, along the river.