Food + Beverage

Heartfelt Homemade Sweets

Puppy Chow, a childhood favorite sweet treat by Alicia Hindman Article by Ashley Labaki The Buckeye Lady began as founder Alicia Hindman's way to give back to those in need. Following the loss of her brother Jeremy, The Buckeye Lady was born as a way to help her navigate her grief and continue her philanthropic work. They serve up more than 75 flavors of traditional and stuffed varieties, including their best-selling puppy chow stuffed buckeye. Here's their recipe for the nostalgic treat that...

Food + Beverage

Peaceful Farmhouse Dinners

Roasted Vegetable & Avocado Rice Bowl with Spicy Yogurt by Chef Tricia Wheeler Article by Brice Bunner | Photography by Rachael Laurin “I’ve been deeply inspired by the bounty of fruits and vegetables grown right here in Ohio.” Muses Tricia Wheeler, founder of The Seasoned Farmhouse. A consummate traveler with top-tier culinary training, Tricia can take local to a whole new level. “My philosophy as a chef,” explains Tricia, “has always been to start with the freshest ingredients and apply...

Food + Beverage

Sip and Relax

Buckeye Old Fashioned, a signature cocktail personally recommended by owner Gretchen Bonasera Article by Brice Bunner | Photography by Michael Wezner Tufted chairs, the clink of glasses, murmur of guests, and walls with 100 years of stories surround you when you’re a member of Good Night Investments’ private clubs around Columbus. Access to both clubs (with a new one opening soon) provides you with “a home for the world’s doers to gather and belong”. Both 80 East Powell and 114 West Main...

Food + Beverage

Russia Meets Northwest-Columbus

Olivier Salad recommended by Co-Owner Tatiana Vilenchuk Article by Ashley Labaki | Photography by Tatiana Vilenchuk Romashka Euro Deli, located at 2400 W. Dublin-Granville Rd., serves up a taste of home for many Slavic families in Columbus. In addition to offering cold cuts, fresh breads, and filled crepes, Romashka sets itself apart by carrying imported products from Eastern Europe and hard-to-find specialty foods like smoked fish, pickled vegetables, and authentic Russian sour cream. With so...

Food + Beverage

Coast-to-Coast Cuisine

Pork Chop & Clams by Executive Chef Sara Mehr Article by Brice Bunner | Photography by Cameron's American Bistro When you think of American fare, there's no limit to what kind of culinary delights you'll come up with. That was the thinking behind Cameron's in Worthington--to be a taste of the country. And since 1993, they have been serving up award-winning dishes like this Pork Chop & Clams recipe. A cook-driven bistro named after the local legend himself, Cameron's American Bistro is a...

Arts + Culture

Expressive Living

Designing with Color in Columbus Article by Brice Bunner | Photography by Ramsey Baker There’s a mantra in real estate:  location, location, location . But for interior designers, it could easily be  color, color, color . At least, that’s how Jessica Brugger, Founder and Creative Director of Dwell Well Design Co. sees it. And judging by the response she’s getting from clients, it’s clear she’s onto something.  “Oh, color is  everywhere  right now—and honestly, it’s about time!” Says Brugger...

Style + Beauty

Trends to Watch for this Fall

How to Self-reflect Before Diving into New Trends Article by Courtney Stone Smith Fall fashion has arrived in stores, and it’s the perfect time for you to refresh your wardrobes. Planning ahead is essential before the best styles are gone and understanding what's trending now will help you shop smarter.  While big-box sales are tempting, I always recommend starting local first. You’re going to find more unique pieces while also supporting small businesses. Some of my favorite local spots for...

Arts + Culture

With Every Fiber

How one designer is redefining what it means to create sustainable fashion Article by Ashley Labaki As the sun shines down on Bluebird Hills Farm in Springfield, Ohio, a group of cars cross over and park on a lush patch of grass. The attendees of McConnell Arts Center’s  Farm to Fashion  workshop enter to meet the farm’s resident alpacas, who are tucked away from the sun’s rays in the safety of the barn’s awning. Celeste appears, food in hand, encouraging everyone to feed and pet the herd...

Home + Design

Where the Heart Is

Expand your home with a deck or sunroom to breathe new life into familiar spaces. Article by Brice Bunner | Photography by Michael Bernot What started as a simple conversation around the dinner table ultimately became the vision for a business that’s transforming homes and back yards all around Columbus. “With decades of experience in the industry and a shared desire to bring something special to Central Ohio,” begins Mike Chekanoff, Owner of Exterior Living Company (ELC), “we launched with a...

Arts + Culture

Local Designers Making History

The future is fashion for Columbus, and these four designers are helping make it happen. Article by Brice Bunner Fashion Week Columbus is just around the corner (September 14th-20th), and designers from all over are prepping their collections. Here’s a quick take on what Columbus means for fashion from 4 local designers we had an exclusive chance to interview (in alphabetical order):  Jasmine Burton Making world-class designs is what Jasmine gains from her community. “The support here (in...