May is fast approaching, which means one thing: it’s almost Derby Day. Whether you live in Kentucky or elsewhere, the Kentucky Derby is a fantastic excuse to get dressed up, drink some bourbon, and bet on some ponies. But Derby Day is not just for those lucky enough to attend the Derby and rub elbows with the hundreds of celebrities who will inevitably show up…
Cincinnati is Lexington’s northern neighbor, but the two cities are far more different than their 80 miles would suggest. Cincy seems to proudly lack the southern charm that cities to its south offer, but what is lacks in hospitality, it makes up for in diversity. Personally, I find Cincinnati’s conservative stereotype to be misleading. It’s a city bursting with flavor, history, and industry. EAT 1.…
Lexington, Kentucky. Affectionately known as the “Horse Capital of the World,” Lexington is a beautiful city full of southern charm. Surrounded by lush rolling hills is a downtown area exploding with new restaurants and trendy watering holes. EAT 1. Holly Hill Inn Technically right outside Lexington in Midway, Kentucky, this fine dining restaurant is worth the 25 minute drive from downtown. Helmed by James Beard-award…