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On Oct. 1, Condé Nast Traveler announced that Columbus earned a spot in its prestigious 2024 Readers' Choice Awards as a Top 10 Best Big City in the nation! Others on the list included Chicago, Washington, D.C and Boston.
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Fall Beers to Enjoy in Columbus

Did you know Columbus was named a top three beer city in the U.S. by USA Today 10Best? Yes, Columbus. With the seasons changing comes some incredible fall beer options in Columbus. The city's breweries shift to sweet, malty and refreshing flavors…

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7 Cozy Bars for Colder Weather

With colder weather here, and maybe with friends and family visiting over the holidays, many Columbus residents are looking for warm and inviting bars to hole up together with a couple drinks. From brewery taprooms to dives to cocktail bars, here are…

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Craft & Vinyl Has Everything Music Lovers Need

Depending on when you were born, your first steps into Craft & Vinyl — located at 1806 W. 5th Ave. — may seem reminiscent of those times when your parents took you to the candy or toy store as a child. After the initial steps into the business, you…

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What’s Happening on Oak Street

Oak Street in Olde Towne East has welcomed a growing number of interesting establishments, from bars and restaurants, to coffee shops, a winery, and a brewery. Take a look at what you’ll find along the strip! Yellow Brick Pizza has long won over fans…

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Get Ready for Columbus Ale Trail Volume 5!

It’s May, which means it’s time for the new volume of the Columbus Ale Trail! Volume five of the Ale Trail launches this month, with passports available at participating breweries, The Ohio Taproom and both Experience Columbus visitors centers. This…

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Best Early Happy Hours

Happy hour is an excellent way to catch up with friends or wind down a busy workday. If your day’s ending a little earlier, we’ve rounded up some early happy hours that start at 3 or 4 p.m.! Tip Top Kitchen & Cocktails kicks off their happy hour at 3…

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