In commemoration of the 150th anniversary of the Cincinnati Zoo, Braxton Brewing Company has released a new line of specialty beer: the Safari Lemongrass Lager. “We just rolled it out last Saturday, so it’s brand new,” said Dennis Chastang, the general manager of Braxton’s CVG location. “That’s why we’re doing all this. It’s kind of […]
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New places, old favorites on Monmouth in Newport
This story originally appeared in the Feb. 21, 2025 edition of the LINK Reader. To get stories like this first, subscribe here. As the saying goes, when one door closes, another one opens. The restaurant scene has been one of continuous evolution over the past couple years, with beloved eateries closing and exciting and delicious […]
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Here’s where you can find Cincinnati Chili Week deals in NKY
Cincinnati Chili Week is just around the corner. To celebrate the event, several Northern Kentucky chili parlors are offering deals and discounts. Cincinnati Chili Week runs from Feb. 24 to March 2. Download the official Cincinnati Chili Week App to see which restaurants are participating, what chili deals they offer, map out their week, earn points, […]
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Mexican, Southern home cooking await in Hebron
This story originally appeared in the Feb. 14, 2025 edition of the LINK Reader. To get stories like this first, subscribe here. This week we take a trip for authentic Mexican, bar grub and Southern specialties in Hebron. Join us as we check out Little Valle, Kentucky Local and Hebron Grill Little Valle Mexican Grill […]
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Valentine’s Day in NKY: restaurant recs, speed dating and more
It’s almost Valentine’s Day, and you know what that means? It’s time to make some last-minute romantic plans. Love is in the air this year in Northern Kentucky, and we’ve got some great date-night, Galentine’s and family-friendly recommendations for you. From restaurants with chill vibes and low lighting to charcuterie board and craft classes to […]
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Quick, casual or fine dining tradition in Fort Wright
This story originally appeared in the Feb. 7, 2025 edition of the LINK Reader. To get stories like this first, subscribe here. This week we head to Fort Wright to visit a longtime date-night and special occasion staple, along with two eateries for quick and casual meals. Join us as we sample Chinese at Hot […]
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Community members, Bengals player show up for Covington family business in need
Over the last few months, the Tri-State has seen multiple restaurants close their doors as rising costs continue to hurt small businesses. Kealoha’s Kitchen, an authentic Hawaiian restaurant in downtown Covington, is no different. “When you come in our doors, we kinda treat you like what we call in Hawaii is ohana. We treat you […]
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‘A.I. can’t make this soup!’ Fort Thomas simmered soup company dreams big
Matt Allen has lived a unique life; he has spent much of his time as an adult in both the culinary world and in the army. At the moment, he’s running a small business creating soups in a Fort Thomas catholic school’s kitchen. Allen, who has worked in the culinary industry for over 15 years, […]
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Tulum delivers tropical charm, authentic flavors to Bellevue
Bellevue meets the tropical charm of Mexico inside Tulum, and each dish is a piece of Ritchie Arana’s family story. Arana, who has been a Bellevue resident for 12 years, said after closing his previous restaurant, Amigos in Mount Adams, he was looking for another spot to open a restaurant. When the previous location, […]
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Beards & Bellies BBQ to move out of Wooden Cask
A Newport barbecue spot is moving out of the city — but it isn’t going too far. Beards & Bellies Barbecue is moving from its current home inside Wooden Cask in Newport to The Well in Covington. Owner Mitchell Arens told LINK nky that the plan is to move to The Well while looking for […]
