Cambria Hotels Opens New Location in Downtown Louisville
Downtown Louisville just got another hotel. Cambria Hotels, an upscale brand franchised by Choice Hotels International, opened a new five-story, 128-room hotel at 120 South Floyd Street.
Brain Farts: By God, I’m Going Back to College
I never dreamed I would be going back to college. I’ve been a professional writer for more than 30 years. But the parent company of Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups is accepting applications to its once-secret college for its fans, and I’m a fan. So I’m going to enroll.
Learn the History of Old Louisville Brewery’s Building Dec. 12
Well, Christmas approaches, followed by the turn of a new year, and my final book event of 2021 to talk about and sign This Used to be Louisville happens on Sunday, Dec. 12, 3 p.m., at Old Louisville Brewery.
Classic Content: The Juggernaut Jug Band is More Than Just Jokes and Cool Names
Back in late 1996, I met a group of gentlemen I have never forgotten. They were the Juggernaut Jug Band, a group that has played with many lineups since 1965. I found them to be engaging, upbeat and, frankly, pretty hilarious. This is the story I wrote from our first meeting and my first Juggernauts show.
Mile Wide Beer Co. to Celebrate Five Years With Two New Beer Releases, Three-Day Party
Hard to believe it’s been five years, but Mile Wide Beer Co. is about to throw a big party to celebrate half a decade in business in Louisville.
Beam Distillery’s New Restaurant and Bar The Kitchen Table is a Revelation
Conceived as an homage to distilling legend Fred Noe’s home cooking traditions, Jim Beam Distillery‘s newly unveiled The Kitchen restaurant and bar is instead a modern and inviting culinary revelation.
That Glass Shortage You've Heard About is Real - Just Ask Wyoming Whiskey
That glass shortage you’ve heard about? It’s real. Wyoming Whiskey serves as an example of the challenges for spirits makers.
Classic Content: Awkwardly Fathering the Facts of Life
I can still remember the first time I began to understand the word “sex.” I was in the fifth grade, and my best friend showed me his collection of dirty books. It should come as no surprise to anyone that when my parents finally had “The Talk” with me, I didn’t have many questions.
Darling’s Cocktail Bar Opens in Former Better Days Records Highlands Location
The long-planned Darling’s, a new gin-focused cocktail bar in the Highlands, is now open.
Who Knew? Derby Pie Isn’t Really About the Kentucky Derby
Yes, plenty of Derby Pies get sold around the Kentucky Derby, but I never knew it wasn’t specifically named for the famous horse race.