When Letha Pugh was growing up in North Dakota and deciding to go into the medical field, she couldn’t have predicted her background would have perfectly set her up to own several restaurants and a nonprofit in Columbus—but that’s precisely what…
Read More
More than 20 years ago, best friends Jen Lindsey and Anne Boninsegna bonded over cooking together for their friends. Now, the pair own The Kitchen, a catering company and events venue offering one of Columbus’s most unique dining experiences. Jen…
Read More
David Erbe and Aidan Robinson's journey from a chance meeting on Tindr to life partners and now business partners is a testament to the power of shared passions. The Plant Gays is not just a shop for houseplants, bespoke concrete planters, and design…
Read More
Get loud, be proud, and come out for Pride in Columbus. The first Pride march in Columbus was in 1981 and drew around 200 participants—now, it’s the largest Pride celebration in the Midwest! With Columbus Pride drawing more than 700,000 people and…
Read More
In Columbus, diversity thrives. There's a reason Thrillist hailed Columbus as a "queer oasis," recognizing its welcoming atmosphere and vibrant LGBTQIA community. Columbus also achieved a perfect score of 100/100 on the 2023 Municipal Equality Index…
Read More
As the kids say, you deserve a little treat! Life is hard, so if you’re on the lookout for a boost of serotonin, you’ll find plenty of sweets, coffee, and baked goods to improve your mood at these queer-owned businesses. photo credit: Alisha…
Read More
It's date night! Whether you’re opting for a fancy night out or a casual spot where you can eat quickly and get on with your evening, these LGBTQIA+-owned restaurants in Columbus will satisfy your every craving. Spanish-inspired tapas are a…
Read More
Real talk: making friends as an adult is so unnecessarily difficult. Especially when you’re new to a city and don’t know many people, or even if you’ve been in town a while but have recently come out and are specifically looking for friends who get…
Read More
Columbus has long been a gay-friendly city, though more recently its reputation as a writers’ town is growing too. At the first annual Columbus Book Festival, you can experience a cross-section of both! The festival, featuring local and nationally…
Read More
As any queer introvert knows, just because you’re out and proud doesn’t mean you have to be loud. If you’re looking for a quiet time out at LGBTQ+ spots around Columbus, look no further than these queer-owned and affirming businesses. The cafe…
Read More
