Hanna here. Welcome to our first weekly newsletter. The highlight of my week was going to the new downtown steakhouse Butcher & Rose for dinner. The ambiance and food were top-notch (just like all Cameron Mitchell spots). Check out highlights from my dining experience.
Taste of German Village and The Brewery District | Saturday, July 13 | 1-4 p.m. | Grange Insurance Companies, 671 S. High St., Columbus | $75-$150 | Try a variety of food and drink samples from restaurants like Chapman’s, Agni, Emmett’s, Comune, South Village Grill, and Local Cantina.
Boxing & Brews | Saturday, July 13 | 10-11 a.m. | BrewDog, 463 W. Town St., Franklinton | $20 | Try a boxing class for all experience levels and finish it off with a BrewDog canned beverage.
Summer Tour of Homes | Sunday, July 14 | 12-5 p.m. | Columbus City Preparatory School for Girls, 1390 Bryden Rd., Columbus | $20-$23 | Explore 14 homes and gardens in the historic Olde Towne East neighborhood.
Buckeye Comic Con | Sunday, July 14 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Courtyard Columbus West/Hilliard, 2350 Westbelt Dr., Columbus | $5 | Vendors across five states will join to buy, sell, and trade a variety of comics and toys.
Plan Ahead
Farmers Market | Wednesday, July 17-Wednesday, Sept. 11 | 3:30-6:30 p.m. | Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens , 1777 E. Broad St., Columbus | Free | Shop local produce, baked goods, handmade items, and more at this weekly market held in the Wells Barn parking lot.*
Cocktail Class: Summer Citrus | Saturday, July 20 | 12:30-3 p.m. | Echo Spirits Distilling Co., 985 West 6th Ave., Grandview | $90 | Learn to make (and drink) three summer cocktails from the expert bar staff.
Columbus Clippers vs. Syracuse Mets | Tuesday, July 30-Sunday, Aug. 4 | Times vary | Huntington Park, 330 Huntington Park Ln., Arena District | $8-$24 | Cheer on the Clip Show as they return home on Dime-A-Dog Night.
Summer boat and paddle rentals | Whether you’re looking to sail through downtown or hop on a pontoon on Alum Creek, we’ve got you covered with local water rentals.
Coming soon to North High Street | There are four newly open or coming soon businesses on North High Street, including a now-open bakery as well as a used bookstore.
An outdoor adventure to Hocking Hills | From hiking to water adventures to top dining spots, we have the details on how to maximize your trip to Hocking Hills this summer.
If the idea of a walk with your dog in the park (local coffee in-hand) no longer sparks joy, keep reading. | Photo via Pexels
If the thought of grabbing a treat from Upper Cup or taking a stroll in Goodale Park still can’t get you out of bed, you might need some support.
While Columbus has many excellent, local mental health counselors, therapists, and resources, if you’re looking for a therapy option completely online — available in as little as 24 hours, and at a 25% off discount — BetterHelp can, well, help.
Dublin Irish Festival is right around the corner, running from Friday, Aug. 2 to Sunday, Aug. 4. The festival was recently ranked No. 4 for USA Today’s 10Best Cultural Festival Awards. Get ready for live music with 800+ performers, whiskey tastings, and cultural experiences.
Coming Soon
Katalina’s Tres, the third Katalina’s concept, is set to open this fall at 2741 E. Main St. in Bexley. The classic breakfast spot — which is known for its pancake balls and breakfast tacos — will take over the former Boston Market. (614now)
Answered
When we shared 18 pizza places in CBUS, you all had a lot of recommendations for us to add — like Sexton’s, Harvest, and Galloway Tavern. Who else should we include, as we update this list?
Try This
Unique mini golf courses will take over nine Short North bars today from 1 to 5 p.m. Participating bars include spots like Pint House and Standard Hall. Tickets for Short North Mini Golf are $10 and include drink specials and prizes.
Drink Up
Drink Up Week — a celebration of our city’s vibrant beverage culture — is coming up quickly from Monday, July 22 to Friday, July 26. We asked local businesses to join the fun by sharing drink deals; check out this map of promos that are poppin’ just for the occasion.
Open
Royal Flamingo Coffee opened at 945 King Ave. inside I Like It Like That Bar. Want to keep up with all the most recent restaurants and bars that are opening or closing in our area? Read more on our website.
It’s predicted that the OSU football team should surpass the over-under win total in 2024. Get the latest news, analysis, and insider information for the Ohio State Buckeyes with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
Finance
Did you know you could finance your fixer-upper with home equity? You could get up to $50K with a HELOC — calculate your payment.*
Finance
If your last credit card bill sent a chill down your spine — even in this heat — it might be time for a balance transfer. The Ascent recommends these four cards with 0% APR for up to 18 months. (You could have almost two years to avoid interest charges.)*
Looking for a tasty, local lunch spot that doesn’t break the bank? Check out this list of 15 places where a lunch for one costs $10 or less.
Fast and casual
Hot Chicken Takeover, Multiple locations Try the $10 lunch combo with two sliders, waffle fries, sauce, and a tea. This is valid Monday-Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Press Grill, 741 N. High St. The double cheeseburger is $9.50, the grilled havarti is $6.50, and all-beef hot dogs are $5 a piece (or two for $7 every Monday).
Sandwiches and wraps
Charleys Cheesesteaks, Multiple locations Try a selection of small and regular sized cheesesteaks for under $10, including the chicken buffalo, bacon chipotle chicken, and veggie delight.
Main Street Deli, 203 W. Main St. Grab the BLT, turkey club, Italian sub, Cuban, gourmet grilled cheese, tuna salad sandwich, or chicken Caesar wrap.
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