Lawrenceburg, KY is quintessential small-town with a surprisingly large number of sights and activities. The downtown district is inviting and easy to navigate with a plethora of delightful, little businesses. I appreciate a town such as Lawrenceburg where residents strive to maintain the provincial ambiance. Buildings with ornate, turn-of-the-century markings entice with seasonal window scenes.…
I have driven I-65 on the Bluegrass Parkway a hundred times and I’ve seen the signs for the caves more than I can count. Though I’m a bit claustrophobic, I finally took the opportunity to stop and enjoy Horse Cave, KY and I couldn’t have been more thrilled! The Hidden River Cave and American Cave…
It is the Christmas, gift-giving season! I have been working with some of the local talent and have compiled a quick list of just a few of the many great artists in the Bluegrass area to add to your local gift giving list. If you prefer to shop local, and keep more of your Christmas…
Dappled with roaming horse farms, a lovely, back-road drive on Old Frankfort Pike will guide you to Midway’s Wallace Station Deli. This nostalgic, little restaurant is home to a former grocery store and gas station, but I’ll touch a bit more on the history after I tempt your palate! Enjoy dining inside or out at…
Last Christmas I savored the best homemade egg nog of my life! My honey and I prepared it together. I asked for the recipe and below you will find his response. I so enjoy his hilariously dry sense of humor as evidenced in his recipe below, slightly revised. Whether you find yourself hosting a gathering…
I have to admit that Berea Pinnacles is one of my top choices for hiking around Central Kentucky. A number of trails offer unique and interesting features. Photos by Bluegrass Blog * Dogs on leash welcome * Family Friendly (note at bottom) Indian Fort Lookout My first bit of advice is to bypass the Main…
What to do for your honey who loves Halloween and you’re celebrating your first anniversary in October? Well, a personalized pumpkin of course! I wanted to create something special and meaningful. You can try this yourself with a photo of a loved one, couple or a pet! The fewer details and subject matter the better.…
I have been wanting to sink my teeth into some Pasta Garage goodness for weeks. I finally had the opportunity to visit both the Pasta Garage Italian Cafe and Pivot Brewing. These local enterprises are located in Lexington on Delaware Avenue off of Winchester Road. They are within walking distance of one another so it…
A visit to the Woodford Humane Society in Versailles, Kentucky is like chicken soup for the soul. Within you will encounter sweet, furry, little creatures, just bursting with love. Woodford Humane is located in Versailles, KY. Photo credit Richard Labunski I was delighted to join local fashion and lifestyle blogger, Courtney Hastings with Kentucky Girl…
We spent an afternoon visiting an enchanting, family-owned winery in Versailles, Kentucky known as Wildside Winery. Owner, operator, and chief grape picker, Neil Vasilakes welcomed us with a warm smile. * Dogs on leashes welcome Welcome to Wildside Winery Upon arrival you may be greeted by the barn kitty, Snowflake, aka Frankie due to his…
I had the occasion to brunch with some girlfriends from Louisville and we chose Shelbyville as the perfect midway point. We opted for the quaint and historic site of the Bell House Restaurant. The Bell House is named for the large iron bell which resides in the front yard. It is rung twice daily at…
In case you haven’t guessed it, I am a huge fan of locally produced goods. Come summertime, peek into my kitchen and you’ll find my frig packed full of garden-fresh eggplant, zucchini, colorful peppers, tomatoes, onions, fresh herbs and more! My overt love of veggies expressed itself with this heart! If I can get my…
