The Taft Museum Café – Cincinnati, OH: The Hidden Lunch Gem You Don’t Need a Museum Ticket to Visit

I originally went to the Taft Museum of Art for the museum. The café was kind of an afterthought. And then I took one bite of my Croque Madame and completely reassigned my priorities. The Taft Museum Café is tucked right inside the entrance of the Taft Museum of Art in Cincinnati’s Eden Park neighborhood, …

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Taft Museum of Art Review – Cincinnati, OH: Rembrandt, Ayana Ross & a Museum Worth Getting Lost In

So… I didn’t know what to expect from the Taft Museum of Art. I knew it was a historic house museum in Cincinnati, I knew there was a big Rembrandt exhibit on right now, and I knew we were going. That was about it. What I didn’t expect was to spend three hours there and …

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Things to Do in Cincinnati This Week – May 11–17, 2026

Another week, another excuse to get out and explore! Whether you’re looking for live music, open-air markets, or a reason to finally make it to the museum before it’s too late, Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky have you covered this week. From a beloved outdoor market returning to Washington Park to the final days of a …

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Christmas Lights in Cincinnati + NKY: 15+ Best Holiday Light Displays & Shows

There is no shortage of holiday cheer in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky once December rolls around, or November, if we’re being honest. Between drive-through light shows, walk-through winter wonderlands, synchronized music displays, and whole neighborhoods that go absolutely all-out, this region does the holidays right. Whether you’re looking for a free family tradition, a ticketed …

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Best Farmers Markets in Cincinnati + Northern Kentucky

I still remember the first time I visited Findlay Market on a whim with my boyfriend after hearing about it from basically everyone we knew. I expected a farmers market, some produce stands, maybe a few flower vendors, call it a morning. What I actually walked into was something else entirely. There’s the market itself, …

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Asian Food Fest – Cincinnati, OH: The Ultimate Food Lover’s Guide

If you’ve never been to Cincinnati’s Asian Food Fest, let me just say, your stomach is missing out. 🍜 I made it out on day one (Friday, April 25th) and showed up around noon thinking I’d ease into it. Nope. The crowds were already in full force, lines were forming at the most popular vendors, …

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Tunes & Blooms at the Cincinnati Zoo – Cincinnati, OH: The Free Spring Night Out You Need on Your Calendar

There’s something about being at the zoo after hours that just hits differently. The crowds thin out, the gardens glow in the evening light, and suddenly you’re surrounded by live music, spring blooms, and people who clearly had the same idea you did, grab a blanket, find a good spot, and just be for a …

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Taste of Cincinnati 2026 – Cincinnati, OH: A First-Timer’s Guide to the Queen City’s Biggest Food Festival

Somehow I’ve lived in the Cincinnati area since 2018 and have never made it to Taste of Cincinnati. That changes this year. When I found out Gym Class Heroes was headlining Friday night, I didn’t need much more convincing. Taste of Cincinnati is no small thing. It’s been running since 1979, which makes it the …

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Things to Do in Cincinnati in May (Updated For 2026)

May is easily one of the best months to be in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. The weather finally cooperates, the festivals start stacking up, and there’s genuinely something happening almost every single day. Whether you’re crossing the river into Covington, exploring OTR, or making a day trip out to New Richmond, May gives you every …

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Greater Cincinnati Restaurant Week – Cincinnati, OH: Your Complete Guide to Making the Most of It

Okay, be honest, how often do you actually have a good excuse to make multiple restaurant reservations in the same week? Greater Cincinnati Restaurant Week is that excuse, and I am fully taking advantage. If you’re not familiar, here’s the deal: restaurants across the Cincinnati area put together special three-course fixed menus at set price …

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