Carmelo’s in Covington has been nominated by USA Today as one of the 10 best new restaurants in the country and will compete for a spot on the final list throughout December. “Nominations and opportunities like this are possible because of the community (that’s you) that believes in us,” the restaurant, located at 434 Madison […]
Category: NKY Eats
Try these festive cocktails to warm your spirits
The holidays are certainly a cheery time of year, but sometimes we need a little extra cheer to get through the season. Whether you’re looking for a drink to warm you up on a cold winter night or you’re searching for something to serve at a holiday party, we’ve got options for everyone’s taste, plus […]
NKY on Tap: All I want for Christmas is holiday beer recommendations
Joe Schutzman is a Newport firefighter who loves Northern Kentucky’s culture, sense of place – and beer. Find Joe’s previous columns and more on NKY dining here. The season is upon us, and I must admit I’m an absolute sucker for the holidays. It’s one of my favorite times of year, and while I’ve become incredibly […]
In Search of the Best: Authentic Mexican and Venezuelan street food at La Torta Loca
Beth McDaniel’s In Search of the Best column explores her adventures in food around Northern Kentucky as she looks for the best … everything! Find Beth’s previous columns plus more NKY dining news here. Since I began doing this column, one restaurant recommendation has come up more than any other: La Torta Loca. People who love […]
Festive pop-up ‘Miracle on Madison’ transforms Galaxie Covington
Miracle on Madison is bringing Christmas cheer to Covington this holiday season. Santa’s elves have been hard at work transforming the bar, restaurant and music venue – Galaxie into a festive holiday celebration. Galaxie Covington, which opened its doors in April, is Galaxie’s second location, with the original in Louisville. Owner Thor Morgan told LINK […]
Conserva announces closure of Ludlow location
The owners of Spanish tapas bar Conserva announced on Facebook that they are closing their Ludlow location. The post says Challis and Lauren Hodge are planning to relocate Conserva, but it doesn’t say where it will be located or when it will open. “After a lot of soul searching, we know it is time to […]
Behind the recipe: Wayfarer Tavern
What is Behind the Recipe? Each month, I (LINK’s digital editor and newsroom food aficionado) am going behind the scenes with a local chef, bartender or barista to learn how their recipes came to be and what makes them unique. This month, we’re stopping by Wayfarer Tavern to hear from chef Mike Dew. Self-described “restaurant […]
Carmelo’s celebrates one year in Covington
Carmelo’s, an Italian restaurant on Madison Avenue in Covington, is celebrating its one-year anniversary. The restaurant is marking this milestone by thanking the community that has made its first year possible and announcing several special releases to commemorate the occasion. Carmelo’s co-founder and chef Mitchell Arens says this celebration is as much about the guests as it […]
Sweet traditions: NKY bakeries to visit this holiday season
The holiday season is fast approaching, and with it comes lots of traditions, but none sweeter than binging on baked goods. There are plenty of bakeries around Northern Kentucky to get your festival treat fix and we’ve gathered a few for you to check out. Whether you’re picking up a pie for Thanksgiving, grabbing a […]
Fry Guys Visit: The 859 Taproom Bar and Grill
Will Johnson is a member of the LINK nky editorial board, and he loves, loves, LOVES french fries. Find Will’s previous columns and more on NKY dining here. The only thing better than a good french fry is a great french fry. But where have all the great fries gone? That’s where we come in. Every […]

