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These Are The Top Ranked Restaurants To Have Dinner At In Clarksville, Indiana
Hey, y'all! Looking to have dinner in Clarksville, Indiana? Well, you're in luck - Clarksville is home to more than just the Colgate Clock, one of the largest clocks in the world, and the Falls of the Ohio State Park, home to the world's largest exposed Devonian period fossil bed. It's also home to some amazing food!
A Kentucky Summer Treat: Ale-8-One Cherry Ice Cream Float
Hey, y’all! The summer temperatures are blazin’ here in Kentucky — and they aren’t going anywhere! While I love the heat, it’s a lot more enjoyable with a cold treat in hand. Looking for the perfect one? Look no further than my homemade Ale-8-One Cherry Ice Cream Float. It doesn’t get more delicious – or Kentucky – than that!
Catch Living Rock Legend ZZ Top This Weekend In Corbin
Rock legend ZZ Top once proclaimed: "They come runnin' just as fast as they can -- 'cause every girl crazy 'bout a sharp-dressed man". Love the famed band that brought us hits such as "Legs", "Sharp Dressed Man", and "Gimme All Your Lovin'"? Well, you're in luck: you can catch them live this Sunday (July 25th, 2021) in Corbin, Kentucky!
Weekend Fun Music In The Capital: Kentucky River Jam
Hey, y'all! Looking for a weekend activity + some wonderful, live + local music? Look no further than visiting the capital of the Commonwealth this weekend: Frankfort, KY! What's happening in Frankfort? One of the community's favorite summer activities: the Kentucky River Jam! Saturday will mark the first River Jam of 2021.
Have A Drink In the Horse Capital of the World: Top Five Bars In Lexington, Kentucky
Lexington, Kentucky is home to the internationally-acclaimed Kentucky Wildcats, Keeneland, and is known as the "Horse Capital of the World". While the food scene is beloved, the bar scene is worthy of note, too. Have a drink at one of the top ten bars in Lexington, Kentucky!
The Southern Kentucky Fair Is Back: Fun In Bowling Green, Kentucky
Get ready for one of the best fairs of the year, as the Southern Kentucky Fair opens today (Wednesday, July 21st, 2021). Local fairs are at the core of Kentucky culture. Growing up in rural Kentucky, it was one of the things that we looked most forward to during the summer. However, fairs aren't exclusive to rural communities -- and the Southern Kentucky Fair, which is held in Bowling Green, is a wonderful example of that.
Top Five Restaurants in Paintsville, Kentucky
Hey, y'all! Looking to dine in Paintsville, Kentucky? "The City Between The Lakes" is home to more than the birthplace of Kentucky's finest country music stars. It's also a wonderful place to grab a meal! Breakfast, lunch, or dinner -- come to Johnson County with an appetite!
Heaven Hill Distillery Launches Logger Certification Program in Partnership with Independent Stave Company
Heaven Hill Distillery has launched a logger certification sponsorship program in partnership with Independent Stave Company (ISC), creating a collective of family-owned companies dedicated to the future of American Whiskey.
The Best Pizza, Coffee, and Ice Cream On Lake Cumberland: Reel Java & Creamery
Hey, y’all! Tucked away at Timber Pointe Resort, which is very close to my home away from home: Lake Cumberland, is Reel Java & Creamery. Whether you want your caffeine fix (and they’re the only local coffee shop in Russell County!), homemade ice cream, or a delicious meal — this is the place for you & your family.
Signature Kentucky Recipe: JC's Kentucky Derby Bars
Hey, y’all! Many readers write to me regarding the perfect dessert to serve at a dinner party, at a meeting, or to take to someone’s house. My philosophy on cooking is that food should be both delicious and easy – and in the dessert realm, that means one thing: my homemade Kentucky Derby Bars! Your neighbor, your family, and the neighborhood food critic will be impressed by these; I’m excited to share them with you today!
Jockey Silks Bar: Redefining Louisville’s Cocktail Scene
Hey, y’all! Tucked away on the second floor of the historic Galt House Hotel is my new go-to spot downtown: Jockey Silks. Jockey Silks Bar has been a mainstay of the Louisville Bar Scene since 1972. Originally known for its dark corners and hand-carved wood, the bar shut down in July 2019 for an intense renovation. Trust me when I say this, y’all: it’s stunning. The space is chock-full of dark tones, yet they are inviting, warm, and – as odd as this might be to say – seductive.
Dining At Walker's Exchange in the Historic Galt House Hotel
Hey, y'all. The Galt House. It's a Louisville - and a Kentucky! - property that we all know and love. Today, I'm giving you a comprehensive look at what you can expect when Dining At Walker's Exchange, one of the restaurants inside the Historic Galt House Hotel. To foreshadow: you're in for a treat!
Shelby County BBQ Trail: Kentucky Food Adventure
Hey, y’all! I was recently in Shelby County trying some new-to-me local restaurants and was astounded at the quality of BBQ dishes around the county. Like, mouthwatering good. Write your MeeMaw good. Praising the Lord good, y’all. And I couldn’t help but to think to myself… I think all foodies need to have a BBQ-packed day in Shelby County! Thus, I present to you: the Shelby County BBQ Trail!
Intimate Dining Experience In Nicholasville, Kentucky: Fuego
Hey, y’all! Imagine this: an intimate dining experience located on the top of a secluded, picturesque hilltop. The food is grilled directly on the patio and served to you in the open-air setting of a local vineyard. Fantastic wine is poured. Tablecloth-lined tables fill the patio, boasting a stunning view and an inviting atmosphere to socialize. Doesn’t this sound like an experience that one has while traveling? Well, my friends, get this: it was in Kentucky. Continue reading to learn more about dining at Fuego (Nicholasville, Kentucky).
Russell County KY Dining Guide: Local Recommendations
Hey, y’all! Russell County is a fantastic place for a day trip – and it’s the perfect weekend getaway for those that enjoy the water (as it’s located on Lake Cumberland, the Houseboat Capital of the World). Sit back, relax, and enjoy my Russell County KY Dining Guide!
Ranked: Top Brunch Spots In Knoxville, Tennessee
Hey, y'all! Love going out for brunch in Knoxville, Tennessee? You should - and for good reason! The "Marble City" is home to some of the region's best brunch! These are the Five Best Brunch Spots In Knoxville Ranked, as per Yelp. Do you see your favorite on the list? If not, tell me in the comments: what's your go-to spot for brunch in Knoxville?
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JC Phelps is a Kentucky-based food + southern lifestyle writer.
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