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Girls’ Day in Georgetown

August 15, 2022 3 Replies

Beautiful Bright Watermelon Cake

August 2, 2022 1 Reply

Add Owensboro, Kentucky to Your Vacation List

June 17, 2022

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Best Places to Dine and Drink in Downtown Lexington, Kentucky

May 4, 2022

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3 Top Reasons to visit Owensboro, Kentucky

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Best Places to Dine and Drink in Downtown Lexington, Kentucky

Best Places in Downtown Lexington, Kentucky

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Find Treasures at The Depot at Muir Station

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I’ve started a mural in my backyard! 🎨 It was

I’ve started a mural in my backyard! 🎨 It was my hubby’s idea. I’ve started a painting designed to look like a Kentucky postcard. My good friend Danielle of @octanedesigns created the design for me.

Didn’t really realize when I started doing #muralmonday features that I’d be doing one about myself!

I’m taking my sweet time painting, I just do it when I’m in the mood and the weather cooperates… so not that often! Ha ha! But I’ll keep y’all updated occasionally on my progress.

Feel free to drop me some inspo or suggestions! Keep an eye on my stories for questions & sneak peeks. Catch up in my “Murals” highlight.

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Want a great get away that’s not far away? Think

Want a great get away that’s not far away? Think woods, water, relaxation and fun! 🌲

My hubs and I were excited for the opportunity to stay at one of the @caveruncabins Just 55 miles from Lexington, this area is part of the Danielle Boone National Forest, so you know there’s plenty of hiking plus opportunities to rent kayaks, pontoons and other watercraft nearby. ⛵️🥾

For our needs, relaxation was high on the “to do”, or more like the “to don’t” list! 🧘🏽‍♂️

Our little cabin was nicely decorated and cozy. Complete with kitchen, mini fridge, bed plus sofa bed and bath/shower, we had everything we needed.

We spent time on the scenic front porch ☕️ with community fire pit close by. 🔥 Each cabin had its own picnic table and charcoal grill outside.

The location was super close to Pop’s BBQ (revered in the area), the lake just minutes away and Morehead was close by with more dining, coffee shop and brewery. 🍺

Check out @caveruncabins where you can book a smaller cabin for 2-4 guests or a main cabin that sleeps up to 14- which would be great for friends or family get away. Ask about pet friendly options.

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🌞 In addition to our wonderful regular music ve

🌞 In addition to our wonderful regular music venues, check out this list for Summer pop up music in and around Lexington, Kentucky. 🎶

🌟 @talon_wine - Live music weekends & concerts on Fridays & Saturdays in Lexington & Shelbyville
🌟 @harknessedwardsvineyards - Sundays 3-6PM
🌟Big Band & Jazz at Ecton Park Tuesdays 7PM through Aug 9th
🌟 @southlandjamboree - select Thursdays, July-Sept 7PM at Moondance Ampitheatre
🌟 @shakervillageky Music on the Lawn Fridays & Saturdays thru October at 6:30PM
🌟 @chenaultvineyards Saturdays 6-8PM
🌟 @tahlsound Concert Series- July 24, Aug 28 & Sept 25 5PM 302 Southland Dr
🌟 @kynativecafe - Sundays 12-2
🌟 Thursday Night Live- Thursdays, Fifth Third Pavilion
🌟Northside Nights- Every other Friday 6:30PM at Castlewood Park

🍫 It’s World Chocolate Day!!! Here’s a hi

🍫 It’s World Chocolate Day!!!

Here’s a highlight of some of my favorite chocolatiers in Kentucky in no particular order by image. Just tap on photo for maker info.

CHOCOLATE LIST:
@heavenlychocolatesky - a home based maker in Frankfort, order online.

@chocolat_inn This amazing couple makes bean to bar chocolates & you can stay at their adorable bnb in Beattyville.

@chocomania.ky - Has tons of confections to choose from in their Georgetown shop.

@ruthhuntcandy celebrated 100 years in business. Sample their chocolates in Lexington and Mt Sterling.

@sharpscandies has the adorable gingerbread house store front off Southland Dr in Lexington.

@schneiderssweetshop has been creating candies since 1939, a family owned ice cream & chocolate shop in Bellevue, Kentucky.

@mrsrogerspopcornandsweetshoppe is stirring up sweet treats in Versailles. Try her white chocolate popcorn y’all!

Do you have a favorite chocolate biz in the Commonwealth? Shout them out in comments and enjoy a chocolate covered day!! 😋

Thank you @kycreatives for the inspo list!

Amazing hand painted horses are all over downtown

Amazing hand painted horses are all over downtown Lexington, Kentucky and beyond. 🏇🏻

The 3rd Horse Mania is in full swing with hundreds of colorful horses gracing our town. Come see them, take photos and admire while they are here.

If you were looking for a summer destination, Kentucky is it!! Pop by my blog site at www.BackroadBluegrass.com to read about places all over Kentucky to see! Visit @lexarts for more information.

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The Lexington Theatre Company has some amazing mus

The Lexington Theatre Company has some amazing musicals scheduled for your Summer enjoyment! 🌞

Grab your tickets for Disney’s Little Mermaid the musical with performances July 14th-17th. 🧜🏾‍♀️ Bring the whole family or spend a special Mommy/Daughter day at the Opera House. What better way to enjoy your time together than dressing up and experiencing a magical performance filled with great music, wonderful costumes, dancing and lots of fun?!

This classic fairy tale adventure features Broadway stars of today and tomorrow, LIVE, on stage. July 14-17 at the Lexington Opera House. For tickets, call 859-233-3535 or visit lexingtontheatrecompany.org.

@thelextheatreco @lexoperahouse

Today I wanted to highlight Adeline of @_madeworth

Today I wanted to highlight Adeline of @_madeworthy on #muralmonday

This local artist creates with color and faith to produce some amazing work.

Her gorgeous mural for @lexingtonmercantileco hangs at the market and is great for photo ops. I hope we see more murals around Kentucky from this talented artist.

Check out her Etsy site for apparel including her Lift Every Voice and Sing tshirt designed for Black History Month. http://madeworthycrafts.etsy.com

Best hiking spots around Kentucky list is here! 🥾

This list just scratches the surface of some great hiking destinations scattered around Kentucky. 🌲Be sure to click the Save icon flag to refer to this list later.

Consider the energizing, rejuvenating, and balancing effects that getting out in nature has on the mind, body and soul.😌

Please check out my blog at www.BackroadBluegrass.com (link in bio) Just type in “best hikes” in the “What Interests You?” search bar to read more about the trails and also other sites to see & things to do while in the area.

5 SAFETY TIPS:
🌻🌻Bring a friend
💧Bring water- hydrate! And a snack
😎Sun hat or sunscreen- yes you can burn on a cloudy day
⛑Mini first aid kit & pepper spray
🥾Apparel- Wear comfy breathable clothes & wear hiking boots.
⌚️Prepare to hike longer than planned.
🚮Take anything you bring out with you.😄 Enjoy!

Charcuterie board last minute. Got most of my ingr

Charcuterie board last minute. Got most of my ingredients at @aldiusa and @krogerco 🧀🍓🥖🍷🍅

From Aldi I picked up the colorful tomatoes and mozz for caprese skewers, strawberries, spinach & artichoke Gouda, and a sweet cherry goat cheese.

Got the brie on sale at Kroger & froze it, brie does well from the freezer as well as does the bread. Olives are from Kroger.

Made my own pesto. Had my usual @stuartosoliveoil lemon oil with their seasoning plus some reduced balsamic for dipping.

Nuts and gluten free crackers from @traderjoes

Wanted to go light so I didn’t include any meat. Had a few girl friends over, some wine & good conversation. Great way to spend a Monday evening! 🍷

By the way.. the big leaf I laid my caprese on is actual ONE Basil leaf! I got the plant from @lexfarmmkt It’s called Lettuce Leaf Basil and the leaves get HUGE! They taste great, not bitter. 🍃

Come out Saturday and Sunday for the @bluegrass_cr

Come out Saturday and Sunday for the @bluegrass_creative_market inside & outside of the Oleika Shriners at 326 Southland Dr in Lexington!

Enjoy live music, food & drink trucks, tons of Kentucky made goods and enter to win the give away.

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It’s hot out! 🔥 Feels like a Kentucky Blackbe

It’s hot out! 🔥 Feels like a Kentucky Blackberry & Buttermilk ice cream from @crankandboom kind of day!!

What’s your favorite ice cream/gelato/Italian ice around? Should I create a list?! 🍦🍧🍨

Get inspired to visit Owensboro with my latest fea

Get inspired to visit Owensboro with my latest feature of our great river town in Western Kentucky.

Check out the blog at www.backroadbluegrass.com (link in bio) to see why you should add Owensboro to your vacation list!

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