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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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NKY on Tap: Herb and Thelma’s – a beer and burger institution
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. It’s no mystery why Herb and Thelma’s is a Northern Kentucky institution. A family-run small business, it’s a beautiful amalgamation of unassuming dive and community cornerstone, operating since 1939. […]
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Restaurants embrace trends from brunch to bark parks
Whether you’re brunching in Bellevue, sipping a slushie in Covington, or hanging out with your pup at Alexandria Brewing Co., Northern Kentucky is redefining what a night (or morning) out looks like. Rooftops Looking to elevate your night out? Northern Kentucky’s rooftop bars have you covered – literally. Naturally, the region’s rooftops tend to be […]
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In Search of the Best: culinary magic
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. With Halloween almost here and the dark chill of November not far off, you might find yourself in the mood for a […]
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New delicatessen, Rump and Roll, opens in Dayton
Dayton has a brand new delicatessen. Rump and Roll, at 526 6th Ave., officially opened on Oct. 1. They initially started working on the space this spring. Described as a “deli and bakery,” they offer freshly prepared breakfast sandwiches, deli sandwiches and hot soups. The deli sandwiches include a Charcuterie Sandwich, a Kentucky Cuban, a […]
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From McDonalds to sushi: Chef brings Asian flavor to Mainstrasse
Restaurateur Pim Chang learned the ropes of the restaurant business by working at a McDonald’s while growing up. Chang, who is from Hong Kong, said preparing McDonald’s fries helped him realize the creativity involved in something as standardized as preparing McDonald’s food. The differences in how fries are prepared around the world highlights the uniqueness […]
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Behind the Recipe: Roebling Books and Coffee
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 Roebling Books and Coffee to hear from barista and event […]
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Roebling Books and Coffee’s Dayton location to reopen
Roebling Books and Coffee’s Dayton location is reopening this week. With shops in Covington and Newport, the Dayton spot is Roebling Books and Coffee’s third location. Originally opening in 2023, the Dayton location has had some struggles and had to close for a while. But now, it’s returning, offering a dedicated artists’ space where local […]
