Maplewood

525 Race St, Cincinnati, OH 45202

A cafeteria-style eatery. You stand in line to order and pay, then you get a number for your table and they bring your meal to you. They have healthy, local and organic foods, fresh roasted coffee and a bar (try the mimosa). The atmosphere makes me feel like I'm on vacation.

Whit’s

2026 Harris Pike Road Independence, KY

The best ice cream. Try the Buckeye Madness, vanilla frozen custard with peanut butter and buckeyes mixed in. They also sell pints AND they deliver!

Camporosso Pizzeria

2475 Dixie Hwy, Fort Mitchell, KY 41017

Offers an array of craft beer and a great wine selection to complement their unique Neapolitan style pizza. It's not like any other wood-fired pizza place in town. Located in a former garage....the owners kept the garage doors so they can open them up during the warmer months. 

La Mexicana

642 Monmouth St, Newport, KY 41071

Best tacos in town can be found at La Mexicana Restaurante Cantina and Tienda, for large portions and cheap eats. Very "no frills" and there is a grocery store attached to it.

Red Feather Scratch Kitchen

3200 Madison Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45209

A favorite place for a fancy dinner or an indulgent brunch. It's pricey and delicious. It's obvious the chefs love what they do because the menu changes regularly. The atmosphere is upscale, yet comfortable. Great for date night or with a group of friends.  

Kitchen 1883

9003 US-42, Union, KY 41091

The food you want to eat. A place to feel happy. The melting pot of American flavors. Owned by Kroger (they even have outdoor seating).

Biggby Coffee

2498 Dixie Hwy, Fort Mitchell, KY 41017

Coffee, treats & convenience. Several locations throughout Northern Kentucky & Cincinnati. A regular stop for the Janell Stuckwisch Group!

S.W. Clyborne

5948 Snider Rd, Mason, OH 45040

Great food and atmosphere. An OTR vibe in the suburbs. 

Tousey House Tavern

5963 N Jefferson St, Burlington, KY 41005

Traditional Southern cuisine served in elegant dining rooms in a circa-1822 building. During the summer months, there's an outdoor seating area with great ambiance as well.

Bouquet

519 Main Street, Covington, KY 41011

Upscale farm to table restaurant with an eclectic menu and extensive bourbon collection. Nestled in Covington's charming Mainstrasse historic district. 

BonBonnerie

2030 Madison Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45208

Teapot-adorned bakery with high tea, sweets from cupcakes to cookies & a light cafe menu. If you've not yet tried Opera Creme Cake, it's a must!

Myoshi

8660 Bankers St, Florence, KY 41042

Refined sushi & less well-known Japanese dishes in traditional environs that include a tatami room. An unexpected treat in Northern Kentucky!

Guru India

2303 Buttermilk Crossing, Crescent Springs, KY 41017

Traditional eatery featuring Northern Indian specialties such as tandoori & curry dishes. Try our favorite, Chicken Vindaloo!

Findlay Market

801 Race Street Cincinnati, OH 45202

During the summer they have a farmer's market on Saturday mornings where area farmers sell everything from plants and fresh cut flowers to homemade soaps, baked goods, herbs, etc. 

Deaton’s Nursery

801 Race Street Cincinnati, OH 45202

Nestled on a busy corner is an oasis of beautiful plants, planters, and greenhouse. 

Home Goods

7607 Mall Rd, Florence, KY

Where you can explore different styles of high-quality merchandise, tap into your creativity and experience a value unlike any other. An ever-changing selection of amazing finds at incredible prices. This is one of Janell's favorite haunts for staging supplies!

Trader Joe’s

7788 Montgomery Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45236

A neighborhood grocery store with amazing food and drink from around the globe 

and around the corner.

Ballard/Front Gate Outlet

8939 Union Centre Blvd, West Chester Township, OH 45069

Located just outside Cincinnati. You'll find a rich combination of first-quality, discontinued products and slightly imperfect merchandise at great prices. If you've not visited, make sure you bring your will power.  You are likely to want to buy something fabulous!

Jungle Jim’s

5440 Dixie Hwy, Fairfield, OH 45014 & 4450 Eastgate S Dr, Cincinnati, OH 45245

In addition to all the grocery items, you’ll find store tours, food demonstrations and lots of fun and attractions for the whole family. 

Baeten's Nursery

364 Frogtown Rd, Union, KY 41091 

A full-service, family-run Garden Center offering everything for your gardening & landscaping needs. You'll appreciate greenhouse after greenhouse of gorgeous annuals, perennials, herbs & vegetables.

Liberty Center

7100 Foundry Row, Liberty Township, OH 45069

The perfect place for people to dine, shop and enjoy events like movies under the stars and concerts in the park.

Bzak’s Nursery

931 Round Bottom Rd, Milford, OH 45150

A full-service landscaping company and garden center located in the Cincinnati area in Milford, Ohio. 

Kroger

7580 Beechmont Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45255

Large supermarket chain with deli & bakery departments, plus health & beauty aids.

A few favorites to try are Murray’s Cheese Department, the floral department for Star Gazer Lillies and the wine department for Seaglass wine (Sauvignon Blanc and Rose in particular).

Doe Run Park

1501 Bullock Pen Rd, Covington, KY 41017                            

Heavily wooded walking trails are surrounded by a lake where you can find kayakers and fisherman on any sunny day. There is a dam holding the water in and just beyond is a hidden oasis that surrounds Erlanger, Independence and Rural Covington. 

Cincinnati Nature Center

4949 Tealtown Rd, Milford, OH 45150

It’s like going away to a state park for hiking away from the city, but it's only a short drive away. They have programs for kids and adults and you can also rent out their event facility for weddings etc. They offer memberships to save on admission.

Boone County Arboretum

9190 Camp Ernst Rd, Union, KY 41091

A 121 acre outdoor living museum, the Arboretum utilizes over 3600 identified trees for environmental and conservation education. Lots of walking trails, educational events, yoga in summer, even a 5K in the Spring!

Kings Island

6300 Kings Island Dr, Mason, OH 45040

A fun-filled adventure at the largest amusement and water park in the Midwest! You're sure to have a great time! Discount tickets can be found at Kroger, season passes offered as well.  A perennial favorite for our kids!

Skystar Wheel

55 E Freedom Way, Cincinnati, OH 45202

Elevate your Cincinnati experience aboard Skystar, America’s largest portable observation wheel! Incredible views of the river & Kentucky waterfront.

Peddle Wagon

1114 Bunker Alley, Cincinnati, OH 45202

A 15-person, pedal-powered, rolling celebration. Choose from a variety of cruises, on which you will have a memorable pedaling adventure!

Loveland Bike Trail

Sparkling sunshine and cool shade with miles of paved flat trail along the Little Miami River. It’s a treat in Historic Loveland, Milford, Miami Township, Newtown and Lebanon. Affectionately called the “Loveland Bike Trail” it is the Little Miami State Park.  It is 70 miles long with connections to well over 100 miles. Free parking, picnic tables, rest rooms, easy access, coffee, ice cream shops, restaurants and entertainment.

Riverbend Music Center

6295 Kellogg Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45230

An outdoor amphitheater located in Cincinnati, Ohio, along the banks of the Ohio River. A great place to catch an outdoor concert in the summer!

2nd Street in Covington

2nd Street Covington, KY

Take a walk or drive and enjoy the view of Downtown Cincinnati and the historic homes in Covington.

Devou Park

1201 Park Dr, Covington, KY 41011

With 700 acres, it is the city's largest park. The hilltop park's overlooks offer panoramic views of the Cincinnati skyline and the Ohio River valley below. A great day of hiking, biking or sledding (in the winter, of course)!

Music Hall

1241 Elm St, Cincinnati, OH 45202

Home to some of the finest arts groups in the region - Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, Cincinnati Opera, Cincinnati Ballet, and May Festival. 

Aronoff Center

650 Walnut St, Cincinnati, OH 45202

A large performing arts center in downtown Cincinnati, Ohio. Events that can typically be found include: plays, ballet, popular music concerts, stand-up comedy shows, and musicals.

Krohn Conservatory

1501 Eden Park Dr, Cincinnati, OH 45202

Cincinnati Parks’ nationally recognized showcase of more than 3,500 plant species from around the world. Our permanent collection includes desert plants, tropical specimens, Bonsai trees, rare orchids, carnivorous plants and exotic fruit trees. 

The Marian

5975 N Jefferson St, Burlington, KY 41005

The Marian is the perfect venue for intimate weddings, rehearsal dinners, parties, showers, corporate events, meetings or any reason to celebrate! 

Ault Park 

5090 Observatory Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45208

Providing picnic facilities, nature trails and children's play areas, Ault Park adds to its attractions with a splendid pavilion, lookout point and beautiful gardens.

Rabbit Hash

10021 Lower River Rd, Burlington, KY 41005

The Rabbit Hash General Store is a major tourist attraction featuring antiques, collectible Bybee pottery, hand-woven towels from Boston Weavers, brooms made at Berea College in Kentucky, hand-made soaps, wooden kitchen utensils, enamelware, and more. 

City Flea

1230 Elm St, Cincinnati, OH 45202

Cincinnati's original curated, urban flea market that takes place once a month at Washington Park. 

Cloud 9 Salon

393 Mt Zion Rd, Florence, KY 41042

A full-service hair salon and day spa including massage, nails, make-up application and now hydrafacial with LED light therapy and dermaplaning in a cozy yet upscale setting located in Florence. 

Salon Concepts

8731 Bankers Street, Florence, KY 41042

An entrepreneurial community of like-minded professional stylists (hair, makeup, nails) that work and interact together under one roof while operating within their own private suites. 

Envy Spa & Nails

1597 Cavalry Dr H, Union, KY 41091

Specializing in manicures & pedicures!