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. 

Dig into these Black-owned restaurants and bars in the Cincy Region

Food is culture and one of the best ways to get to know a region and its people. Dig into Cincy’s dining scene and grub out on barbecue, West African cuisine, Cajun and creole dishes, locally roasted coffee, sweets, and more at these Black-owned restaurants in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky…

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Dine at Some of the Cincy Region's Oldest Restaurants

This blog is a part of an ongoing, year-long series in 2025 that will take a deep dive into the many hidden gems and local favorites in the Cincy Region. Stay tuned for more authentic, trip-planning inspiration from Callie Budrick. From perfectly smoked barbecue to infamous Cincinnati-style chili…

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Built on Beer: Uncover Cincinnati’s Unique Brewing History

Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky were, quite literally, built on beer. By the mid-1800s, 36 breweries produced more than 30 million gallons of beer and had dug underground lagering cellars and tunnels. One batch of lager at a time, Cincinnati’s so-called "beer barons" turned humble brewing…

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Discover iconic Black culture in Cincinnati

This blog repurposes content originally written by Morgan Pelt, and posted to her blog, Columbus Living , in August of 2023 as part of a collaboration with TourismOhio. While Queen Bey is having her Renaissance, the Cincy Region is always in Renaissance mode with Black-owned businesses and Black…

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The best coffee shops in the Cincy Region to warm and wake you up

To explore the Cincy Region, you must be properly caffeinated. No matter where you stay in Cincy, there's a great coffee shop around the corner. Whether you need to get your morning going or need a quick bite to eat and warm up during your day, check out one of these cool coffee shops in Cincinnati…

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Plan the perfect Valentine’s Day in the Cincy Region

From romantic 4-course dinners, a night under the stars, partner yoga classes, pet adoptions, and more, plan a fun and unique Valentine's day in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. Romantic restaurants for your Valentine’s Day dinner LouVino OTR Valentine’s Day at Opal Rooftop (Feb. 14): Dinner plus…

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16 things to do in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky this January

Beat the winter blues and get the new year started right! From family-friendly theater to live comedy to professional sports, these are the best things to do in the Cincy Region this January. Free things to do in January Experience the best of Cincy without spending a dime. National Underground…

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Plan a night out in historic Over-the-Rhine

Looking for the best neighborhood for an exciting night out in Cincy? Over-the-Rhine is a MUST. Not only is this diverse neighborhood full of gorgeous architecture and history, but it is also packed with delicious restaurants, fun bars and clubs, a beautiful park, an iconic concert hall, a free…

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