The time: 6:30 PM
The watch: Zenith Defy El Primero 21 Chroma
Whenever I’m craving chicken wings, there’s a restaurant in my area that’s my go to. And now that I’m think about it, I’m certain I’ve never ordered anything else at that place 🤣. Barleycorn’s is a local favorite that has been serving comfort food classics and inventive creations for decades. Known for its warm atmosphere and reliable flavors, it’s the type of place where families gather, friends reconnect, and loyal regulars become part of the story. The menu is diverse, offering everything from hearty salads to legendary wings, all crafted with attention to detail and a flair for flavor. It’s this combination of tradition and creativity that makes Barleycorn’s the perfect pairing for a watch as daring and colorful as the Zenith Defy El Primero 21 Chroma.
This time, I went with my best girl during Cincinnati Wing Week, which is the perfect excuse to get some wings! So, let’s start with the food!
The Chicken Club Salad is a hearty take on a classic. Crisp lettuce forms the base, piled high with grilled chicken breast, shredded cheddar, tomatoes, cucumbers, bacon, and red onion. It’s a colorful, satisfying plate that balances freshness with richness, especially when paired with a choice of dressings. Just as the Zenith Defy El Primero 21 Chroma’s white ceramic case provides a clean, striking canvas for its rainbow accents, this salad uses crisp greens to highlight the vibrant colors and textures of its toppings.
Then there are Barleycorn’s legendary Doc Style Wings. Truthfully, whenever I’ve been to this restaurant in the past, this is the only dish I’ve ever ordered 🤣. The name comes from a loyal guest named Doc, who once asked for his wings to be fried, sauced, and then fried again, creating an ultra-crispy, flavor-packed bite. The result was so good that it became a menu staple, with flavor options ranging from Bourbon to Honey Sriracha to Parmesan Garlic. These wings are unapologetically bold, much like the Defy El Primero 21 Chroma’s chronograph movement that beats at an astounding 360,000 vibrations per hour. Both deliver intensity, precision, and a bit of daring that sets them apart.
The Pairing
Pairing Barleycorn’s with the Zenith Defy El Primero 21 Chroma White Ceramic Limited Edition feels natural. The restaurant’s menu thrives on classic comfort food elevated with unique twists, while the Chroma reimagines Zenith’s historic chronograph with a modern, vibrant design. Both embody innovation rooted in tradition.
The watch itself is a visual and technical marvel. Its white ceramic case is sleek and resilient, accented with a rainbow spectrum across the hour markers and chronograph registers. Inside, the El Primero 9004 movement powers two escapements, one for standard timekeeping and one for the chronograph, that echo the precision and layered complexity of Barleycorn’s menu. Just as Doc Style Wings invite you to savor every crunchy, flavorful bite, the Defy El Primero 21 Chroma draws the eye to every detail of its bold construction.
Barleycorn’s proves that comfort food can be elevated without losing its soul, while the Zenith Defy El Primero 21 Chroma White Ceramic shows that horology can embrace daring design without sacrificing precision. Together, they create a pairing that celebrates both bold flavors and bold mechanics.
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