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Our Favorite (Local) Things

Learn more about a few of our favorite local businesses below.
 

3rd & Sycamore logo features a sycamore tree above the word "Handcrafted"

3rd & Sycamore

650 S 3rd St, Columbus, OH 43206 | www.3rdandsycamore.com

Passion and craftsmanship come together to elevate your self-care routine at this quintessential German Village shop. Started by husband and wife team Jim and Candyce Thieken in 2018, their soap-making hobby has grown into a haven of handcrafted luxury, offering bath and body products, and hand-poured candles. With their commitment to natural beauty, sustainability, and unforgettable scents, they’ve expanded to multiple store fronts and a thriving online shop.

Abercrombie & Fitch logo

Abercrombie & Fitch

3964 Easton Station, Columbus, OH 43219 | www.abercrombie.com

Headquartered in Columbus, Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (NYSE: ANF) is a leading, global, omnichannel specialty retailer of apparel and accessories for men, women and kids through five renowned brands: Abercrombie & Fitch, YPB (Your Personal Best), Abercrombie Kids, Hollister, and Gilly Hicks. The brands share a commitment to offering products of enduring quality and exceptional comfort that allow consumers around the world to express their own individuality and style.

ZerOz logo in black letters

ZerOz

17 E Gay St, Columbus, OH 43215 | www.zeroz.com

ZerOz wallets are a minimalist solution to carrying only what you truly need, blending practicality with stylish design. Inspired by founder Paul Westrick's quest to lighten his load during an Appalachian cycling trip, these handcrafted wallets streamline your essentials while adapting uniquely to your lifestyle. Created in a Columbus, Ohio studio by artists and designers, each Zeroz wallet is slim, functional, and ready for life's adventures—proving that sometimes, less really is more.

 

HOMAGE logo in red block letters

HOMAGE

783 N High St, Columbus, OH 43215 | www.homage.com

What began as founder Ryan Vesler’s small venture selling t-shirts on eBay (from his mom’s Columbus basement) in 2007, HOMAGE has grown into a beloved brand known for its comfortable fabrics and storytelling designs. With recent investors such as Jason Kelce, Kevin Durant, and Rob McElhenney, HOMAGE celebrates iconic moments and personalities in sports, music, politics, and pop culture through vintage-inspired apparel.

Crew Supply Co. logo features the word "Crew" in cursive inside a navy blue circle

Crew Supply Co.

2025 S High St, Columbus, OH 43207 | www.crewsupplyco.com

As a result of being fed up with cheap, unreliable mixing tools, the team at Crew developed a new category of barware for people who value quality, craftsmanship, and simplicity. Now Crew is a gathering place for cocktail enthusiasts and casual creatives who like to try new things. This veteran- owned business loves to empower everyday people to create thoughtful drinks from the comfort of home, through a well-crafted collection of home bar basics and remarkably simple recipes.

Stauf's logo features a white cup of coffee with black steam and "STAUF'S COFFEE" printed underneath

Stauf's

627 S 3rd St, Columbus, OH 43206 | www.staufs.com

First opened in 1988, Stauf’s is Columbus’ first micro roaster and one of our most iconic. They are meticulous about the entire process of achieving the finest cup of coffee, from acquiring the best specialty grade green arabica beans available, to roasting exclusively on gas-fired drum roasters. They roast small batches by hand, every day. Their motto is “the proof is in the cup”—their coffee speaks for itself!