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The Chocolat Inn & Cafe' - Tastefully Unique
What do you get when you add gourmet chocolate plus a trendy inn? The answer to the equation is a tastefully unique destination in our...
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Jan 12, 20222 min read
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Christmas Bliss at Mustard Seed Hill
Christmastime at Mustard Seed Hill of Millersburg, Kentucky evokes a big town feel captured in a quaint, little hamlet. I was amazed by...
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Nov 29, 20212 min read
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Chenault Vineyards- Richmond, KY
I happily accepted an invitation to Chenault Vineyards for a lovely fall visit. Their picturesque campus is just stunning! Nestled in the...
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Oct 20, 20212 min read
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Arts on Main- Winchester, KY
Searching for a terrific place to tour and explore? Look no further than Winchester, Kentucky. This little town is full of great eats,...
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Aug 11, 20211 min read
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The Engine House- A Winchester Hot Spot
The Engine House Pizza Pub takes up residence in, you guessed it, a former fire station. The edifice was erected in 1885 and served as a...
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Jul 6, 20212 min read
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Howard's Overhead Doors- Quality Reputation
Located in a 200-year-old, beautifully renovated building on North Main Street, Howard’s Overhead Doors has established a long-standing...
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Jun 23, 20211 min read
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Amanda's Crafts- Hometown Handmade
If y’all haven’t visited Harrodsburg, Kentucky lately, you don’t know what you’re missing! Steeped in a rich history, the lovely downtown...
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Jun 15, 20212 min read
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Gift Shop at Salvisa Station- A Hidden Gem
Have you ever run across the cutest shop in a sleepy little town and realize it’s a hidden gem? That is the Gift Shop at Salvisa Station....
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May 13, 20212 min read
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Wilmore, Kentucky Christmas
Wilmore was established in 1876 by the Cincinnati Southern Railroad as a flag stop prompted by the construction of the High Bridge...
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Dec 13, 20204 min read
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Falling in Love With Paris- Part 2
When planning your visit to Paris, consider staying at the Fairfield Farm Cottage. There is deep history behind the quaint stone cottage...
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Nov 30, 20207 min read
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Falling in Love With Paris- Part 1
Paris, Kentucky is an amazing treasure just 30 minutes from downtown Lexington. The drive amid rolling hills and manicured horse farms is...
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Nov 21, 20206 min read
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Explore Corbin, Kentucky
Corbin, Kentucky is nestled between Knoxville, Tennessee and Lexington, Kentucky. The town is situated on Laurel Lake, a destination for boa
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Oct 12, 20205 min read
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DIY Personalized Pumpkin!
What to do for your boyfriend who loves Halloween and you're celebrating your anniversary in October? Well, a personalized pumpkin of...
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Sep 25, 20203 min read
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Bluegrass Creative Market
The Bluegrass Creative Market pop up shop is comprised 30+ Kentucky artists & makers. It is held indoors and out at the Oleika Shriners
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Sep 9, 20203 min read
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Triple Crown Showdown Virtual Derby
The "virtual derby", dubbed the Triple Crown Showdown, will be live on May 2, 2020 and will feature the 13 historical triple crown winners
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May 2, 20204 min read
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Enchanting Maysville Part 2
Vistit enchanting Maysville, Kentucky with its marvelous bed & breakfast, shops, theatre and restaurants. Bluegrass travel and tourism.
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Mar 29, 20204 min read
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Enchanting Maysville, KY Part 1
Nestled on the edge of the Ohio River you will find Maysville KY an enchanting town to visit. Plan your next vacation in Maysville.
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Mar 21, 20205 min read
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Discover Cynthiana Part 2
A downtown revitalization trend has been emerging. What does that mean for you as a Kentuckian? Great weekend get aways & day trips!
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Feb 14, 20205 min read
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Discover Cynthiana Part 1
A downtown revitalization trend has been emerging. What does that mean for you as a Kentuckian? Great weekend get aways & day trips!
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Feb 14, 20206 min read
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Stay Over at Red River Gorge
For Kentuckians in the know who enjoy camping, hiking and climbing, the Red River Gorge is a prime destination. Stay Over Now offers cabins
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Dec 30, 20193 min read
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Visit Frankfort for the Holidays II
Visit Frankfort Kentucky for the holidays this year and experience all they have to offer in shopping, history, food and drink!
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Dec 8, 20195 min read
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Visit Frankfort for the Holidays
Nestled on the edge of the Ohio River you will find Maysville KY an enchanting town to visit. Plan your next vacation in Maysville.
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Dec 4, 20196 min read
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Blogger Bash 2019.. Behind-the-Scenes
Get a behind the scenes look at the first annual Kentucky Blogger Bash.
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Nov 20, 20195 min read
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Visit Paducah, Kentucky
I have been itching to visit the Kentucky State Parks’ Culinary Trail for a while and finally got the chance before the event ends Oct 31st.
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Sep 24, 20196 min read
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Board & Brush- Lexington, KY
Get creative with friends at Board & Brush. Customize your own piece of artwork for your home or the perfect gift. So much fun!
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Sep 5, 20192 min read
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Sun Valley Farm- Versailles, KY
Enjoy the beauty of Kentucky backroads while meeting the newest thoroughbred foals.
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Jul 8, 20193 min read
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Derby Floral Centerpiece
Spring has arrived with Derby Day right around the corner on the first Saturday in May! Whether you plan your party indoors or out,...
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Apr 28, 20192 min read
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Love Your Downtown- Georgetown, KY
* Family Friendly, Photos by Marie Pullen Photography Looking for a great way to spend your day or weekend? Drive the short distance to...
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Feb 12, 20195 min read
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Kentucky Down Under
*Family Friendly *Photo credit Marie Pullen Photography and Kentucky Down Under If you’re looking for something a little different and a...
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Dec 24, 20183 min read
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Hidden River Cave- Horse Cave, KY
* Family friendly I have driven I-65 on the Bluegrass Parkway a hundred times and I’ve seen the signs for the caves more than I can...
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Dec 11, 20183 min read
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Great Local Gift Giving!
It is the Christmas, gift-giving season! I have been working with some of the local talent and have compiled a quick list of just a few...
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Nov 30, 20186 min read
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Personalized Pumpkin!
What to do for your boyfriend who loves Halloween and you're celebrating your first anniversary in October? Well, a personalized pumpkin...
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Oct 13, 20183 min read
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Woodford Humane- Versailles, KY
A visit to the Woodford Humane Society in Versailles, Kentucky is like chicken soup for the soul. Within you will encounter sweet, furry,...
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Sep 29, 20183 min read
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A Visit to Shelbyville, KY
I had the occasion to brunch with some girlfriends from Louisville and we chose Shelbyville as the perfect midway point. We opted for the...
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Sep 9, 20182 min read
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Seed to Feed at Yuko-En, Georgetown, KY
A mid-summer night’s dream arrived in late July on the evening of the Seed to Feed. This unique event is hosted at Yuko-En on the Elkhorn...
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Aug 9, 20183 min read
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Lexington Farmer's Market
One year anniversary encore!! I started my blog one year ago today with the blog below featuring the Lexington Farmers Market, it was and...
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Jun 7, 20182 min read
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Keeneland, a Day at the Track- Lexington, KY
Springtime would not bloom as beautifully if I haven’t managed to spend at least one afternoon at Lexington's Keeneland Race Course. ...
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Apr 23, 20182 min read
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#Gtown Eats Week- Georgetown, KY
Photos by Marie Pullen Photography When the creators of #GtownEats invited me to write a blog featuring their inaugural food fest, I was...
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Apr 5, 20183 min read
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Market 301- Christmas Edition
There's just under 2 weeks left before Christmas and what better way to get your local shopping on than to visit the pop-up, monthly...
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Dec 12, 20172 min read
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Michler's Christmas Market & More Local Shopping!
*Family Friendly * Pets on leashes welcome Mark your calendar! The third annual Michler’s Christmas Market will be held on Saturday,...
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Nov 29, 20172 min read
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Santa Claus is Coming- Midway, KY
Located just outside of Lexington, Kentucky, historic Midway is nestled between the bucolic, rolling hills of the world famous...
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Nov 18, 20172 min read
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Old Frankfort Pike
To fully experience the extraordinary beauty of Kentucky in your own backyard, I recommend exploring our state's scenic highways. I...
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Oct 1, 20173 min read
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Josephine Sculpture Park- Frankfort, KY
*Family friendly *Dogs on leash Residing in Frankfort, KY is a secret gem known as Josephine Sculpture Park. Choose a sunny day for a...
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Sep 3, 20172 min read
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Crave-alicious!
* Family Friendly * Dogs on leashes A wonderful combination of food, music and fun every summer is produced by Smiley Pete in the form of...
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Aug 11, 20173 min read
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Lexington's Farmer's Market at the Summit
A big welcome to Kim Spalding, my guest blogger! Kim writes her own blog titled, Savannah & Co. Kim is a super talented local blogger...
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Jul 28, 20172 min read
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Summertime Jazzzz
* Family friendly * Dogs on leashes The Bluegrass offers multitude avenues for the enjoyment and appreciation of music, art and culture. ...
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Jun 29, 20171 min read
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Lexington Farmer's Market
* Family Friendly * Dogs on leashes welcome Photos by Marie Pullen Photography The age-old idea, "know your farmer, know your food" is...
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Jun 17, 20172 min read
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