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Jennifer Agress

Born and raised in South Florida, Jennifer Agress is a Columbus transplant who is falling in love with her new hometown. As a travel and food writer for 10+ years, she has written for Fodor’s, Business Insider, Forbes, Thrillist, Eater, The Miami Herald, Time Out, Orbitz, TripSavvy, Modern Luxury and more. When she’s not trying a new restaurant or searching for the best gin martini in Columbus, she’s likely plotting her next adventure – follow @JenniferAgress on Instagram to see where she lands.

Get Goosebumps in Columbus: Spooky Bars, Restaurants & Bakeries

4 minutes to read

By Jennifer Agress on Oct 02, 2024

Did you know that R.L. Stine, renowned author of the Goosebumps and Fear Street phenomenon, was born right here, in Columbus? And went to OSU? This Halloween season, we’re taking a cue from the Ohioan himself and seeking out places in and around…

Get Goosebumps: The Best Haunted “Houses” in And Around Columbus

5 minutes to read

By Jennifer Agress on Sep 20, 2024

Did you know that R.L. Stine, renowned author of the Goosebumps and Fear Street phenomenon, was born right here, in Columbus, OH? And went to OSU? This Halloween season, we’re taking a cue from the Ohioan himself and seeking out places in and around…

Get Goosebumps in Columbus: Ghost Tours & Haunted Buildings

4 minutes to read

By Jennifer Agress on Sep 05, 2024

Did you know that R.L. Stine, renowned author of the Goosebumps and Fear Street phenomenon, was born in Columbus? #yesColumbus. This Halloween season, we’re taking a cue from the Ohioan himself and seeking out places in Columbus that give us, well…

Top Spots to Play Pickleball in Columbus

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By Jennifer Agress on Jun 17, 2024

Pickleball – a sport that combines tennis, badminton and ping-pong – might as well be an ode to parents everywhere: it was a sport made up by three dads on a mission to entertain bored, grumpy children. Punting around their homes, they found…

Friends view the solar eclipse in Columbus, Ohio

Top Solar Eclipse Events Happening Around Columbus

7 minutes to read

By Jennifer Agress on Apr 05, 2024

For the first time since 1806, a solar eclipse spanning 300 miles will put parts of Ohio in 100% totality – a rare phenomenon that’s not expected to happen again until 2099. With Columbus in 99.6% near-totality, the Ohio’s capital is gearing up for a…

Must-Try Food & Drink Items During Your Trip to Columbus

4 minutes to read

By Jennifer Agress on Feb 26, 2024

Deep dish pizza in Chicago. Philly cheesesteaks in Philadelphia. Cuban sandwiches in Miami. Beignets in New Orleans. Every major city has its must-try foods, and Columbus is certainly no exception. From James Beard Award-winning ice cream and…

Miracle Pop Up Bar at the Citizens Trust

Holiday Pop-Up Bars & Restaurants in Columbus

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By Jennifer Agress on Dec 06, 2023

‘Tis the season, Columbus! That’s right – it’s time to bundle up, spike that hot cocoa and celebrate the annual unveiling of the ghosts of Mariah Carey’s Christmas past. To help you ring in the most wonderful time of the year, Columbus bars and…

The Best Columbus Bars You’ve Never Heard Of

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By Jennifer Agress on Oct 30, 2023

From trendy cocktail bars to buzzy breweries, there are so many places to get a good drink in Columbus. But with so many watering holes to choose from, how do you know where to go? Next time you plan a night out, stop by one of these popular, but…