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Continue reading →: Fran Ryan Center: A Seriously Cool Place to Make StuffThere are some places in Columbus that make you stop and think, “Wait… why didn’t I know this existed?” The Fran Ryan Center is one of those places. We recently stopped by the Fran Ryan Center for Demo Day, which gave us a chance to peek inside the different studios,…
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Continue reading →: Lupita’s Mexican Cuisine & BarI first discovered Lupita’s while walking to Craft Raccoon. I knew the building as the former home of the Explorer’s Club, and I hadn’t even realized a new restaurant had moved in. After checking out their social media, I knew I had to give it a try. Now, Lupita’s has…
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Continue reading →: Dragonfly BookshopWe recently checked out Dragonfly Bookshop in Hilliard, and I may have found another bookstore that is dangerous for my wallet. Dragonfly is the kind of bookstore that makes you want to wander around and look at everything. It has a really cute, cozy feel, and there are plenty of…
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Continue reading →: Try Chinese barbecue at Zhu Shi FuI lived in China for a year, so I have a serious soft spot for Chinese street food. Thankfully, Columbus has been spoiling us lately with a wave of new spots serving authentic regional cuisine. The summer heat has me reminiscing about my time in Shenzhen, and suddenly I found…
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Continue reading →: Raising the Next Generation of Kind Humans with Seeds of Caring
If you’ve ever looked at your kid and thought, “I wish there were more volunteer opportunities for little ones,” you’re not alone. It turns out someone else had that exact thought and instead of just wishing for it, they built an entire nonprofit around it. That’s how Seeds of Caring…
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Continue reading →: Birdie Books: Come for the Books, Stay for the VibesBirdies Books it the type of bookstore that once you enter you immediately want to cancel your plans for the rest of the day. Birdie Books is so much more than a place to pick up your next read. It’s a community gathering space that somehow manages to feel cozy,…
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Continue reading →: The Scoop on International Grocery Stores in Columbus
Columbus has a surprisingly impressive international grocery scen. You can basically, you can travel the world without having to deal with airport security. Columbus International Grocery Stores Saraga International Grocery There are three locations but the Morse Rd one is my favorite. Known for: Asian, Latin American, African, Caribbean, Middle…
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Continue reading →: Dough MamaI refuse to buy biscuits. From start to finish, I can have a batch on the table in about 30 minutes. Dough Mama is the only place that consistently convinces me to hand over money for one. Dough Mama has been a Clintonville favorite since 2015, and it’s easy to…
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Continue reading →: Find Your Next Hobby With Raccoon CraftIf you’ve ever looked at a pile of craft supplies sitting in your closet since 2020 and thought, “Someone could make something amazing with this”. Or if you’re like me and want to try every creative hobby then Raccoon Craft is about to become your new favorite spot. Located in…
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