A new bar opening in Covington is not only offering a slew of cocktails and drinks but also hundreds of board games for guests to dive into and enjoy. Dice on Draft, located at 20 E Fifth Street near Madison Avenue, is set to open Friday, Feb. 13. The board game bar is owned and […]
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Walton bakery rolls out cherry bombs as alternative to Batesville’s Thing-a-lings
If you’ve lived in the Tri-State long enough, you know that Cherry Thing-a-lings, made by Schmidt Bakery in Batesville, Indiana, are a very popular item in February during President’s Day weekend. Now, that craze is spreading beyond the Indiana state line with Kentucky’s own version: Cherry bombs. LINK’s media partner, WCPO, stepped up for the […]
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Strong’s Pizza, Gold Star team up for chili-topped pizza collaboration
‘Tis the season for comfort foods, and this winter, Strong’s Pizza and Gold Star are partnering to bring Greater Cincinnati a combination of foods: Cincinnati chili and brick oven pizza. Strong’s will feature an official “Gold Star Chili Pie” limited-time pizza menu, featuring three specialty pies. The pies are available Tuesday, Feb. 3, through Sunday, […]
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Gold Star offers BOGO deal on Ways for snow days
The inches of snow Greater Cincinnati received over the weekend may be sticking around for a while as temperatures stay below freezing. To help you warm up, local chili parlor chain Gold Star is offering a special buy-one-get-one deal. From now through Thursday, Jan. 29, if you buy a regular or super 3-, 4- or […]
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El Jefe’s Cubanos and More to leave Covington Yard, open in The Well
A Cuban-inspired street food concept in Covington is changing locations. El Jefe’s Cubanos and More announced on social media last week that, after two years, it was transitioning from its location in Covington Yard, an outdoor food court and entertainment venue, to nearby bar The Well. Its last day at Covington Yard was Friday, Jan. 23. “We […]
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NKY chef named 2026 James Beard Award semifinalist
A Northern Kentucky chef been named a semifinalist in the 2026 James Beard Foundation Restaurant and Chef Awards. The Restaurant and Chef Awards are one of five recognition programs from the James Beard Foundation and one of the most prestigious culinary honors, celebrating excellence in everything from fine dining to casual eateries and emerging talents […]
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NKY on Tap: Fantasy and folklore at Fabled Brew Works
Joe Schutzman is a Newport firefighter who loves Northern Kentucky’s culture, sense of place – and beer. Come back each month for a new column on the latest brewery opening, Joe’s seasonal favorites, and more. Find Joe’s previous columns and more on NKY dining here. I opened the door and was immediately enamored. A group of folks […]
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NKY chili parlors roll out deals for Cincinnati Chili Week
Correction: This article was updated to reflect that Gold Star has yet to unveil its deals for Cincinnati Chili Week 2026. As Cincinnati Chili Week approaches, chili parlors in Northern Kentucky are providing special deals and discounts in honor of the annual event. Cincinnati Chili Week runs from Feb. 23 to March 1. Download the Cincinnati […]
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Beards & Bellies to exit The Well in Covington
Southern-style BBQ concept Beards & Bellies will leave The Well, located at 8 W. 7th St in Covington, at the end of January. Beards & Bellies founder Mitch Arens said in a press release that the BBQ concept’s lease is set to expire Jan. 31. Instead of shutting down, Arens decided to pause operations in […]
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These are the 25 best restaurants in the region right now, according to Yelp
LINK’s sister publication CityBeat knows a thing or two about picking the best restaurants in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky (nominations for the 2026 Best of Cincinnati are live here), but Yelpers have some hot takes of their own. Whether you’re a local or coming to the region for a visit, the platform offers an easy […]