Your Insider's Guide to the Cincy Region

Welcome to our blog! Find out about local favorites, fun things to do, the best restaurants and shopping, all the events, and more here in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. 

Garin Pirinia
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Garin Pirnia

Garin Pirnia lives in Covington, Kentucky, sometimes referred to as the “Brooklyn of Cincinnati.” She has written about arts and culture for Rolling Stone, Vanity Fair, Mental Floss, the Wall Street Journal, the Atlantic, Huffington Post, Eater, and many more publications. She is author of The Beer Cheese Book and Rebels and Underdogs: The Story of Ohio Rock and Roll, and writes weird horror-comedy screenplays. 

Water Activities in the Cincy Region

The summer season is here, which means it's a good time to hit the waterways. Besides the Ohio River attractions and views, the Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky regions are rife with scenic, secluded rivers and lakes to kayak, boat, fish, and camp. The Ohio River Way Coalition offers an ultimate…

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How to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Cincy like a local

This year St. Patrick’s Day falls on a Sunday, which means partygoers will have a full weekend to imbibe green beer and make bad decisions—be sure to take Monday off. The city is chock full of events, ranging from a hockey game, a parade, to all-day food and drink events. Cincy may not dye its river…

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Free holiday fun in the Cincy Region

Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky have a fun-filled season in store, and it won’t cost you a lot of money! Check out some of the best free holiday events that are fun for the whole family. Take a photo with Santa on the Levee The holiday season is merry and bright at Newport on the Levee ! The…

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Best places to drink craft cider in Cincy this fall

People enjoy hard ciders year-round, but autumn is the best time to sit outside by the fire pit or in front of the TV rooting for the Bengals and savor the flavors of the season. Hard ciders are a great alternative to beer, often appealing to drinkers who prefer to imbibe lower-ABV or fruity…

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