As I sit at my laptop and begin to write this article, it is still early April and the weather is seesawing daily between the 40s and 80s. Hopefully by the time you are reading this the weather will have settled down a bit, and warmer weather will be here to stay, at least for a while. As we transition from winter to spring, cocktails change from the dark cocktails of winter to a light,…
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Columbus Craft Beer Bash #2 Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at the second annual Craft Beer Bash with Chattahoochee Harley-Davidson. Tickets are $35 on the day of the event. More than 100 beers from 28 Georgia craft breweries. May 5, noon – 5 p.m., Chattahoochee Harley-Davidson, 3230 Williams Road, Columbus Books & Brews Book Club Hosted by the Mildred L. Terry Public Library, part of the Chattahoochee Valley Libraries system. May 5, 2 – 4 p.m.,…
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It was the first truly fine day of the year, an unusually warm 77 degrees on a bright February day, when Tyson Anthony, a representative for Omaha Brewing Company, invited us down for a tour of the brewery. After our tour, we sat at a table in the tap room, a spacious retreat whose garage-style doors were open to the patio, admitting a cooling breeze and the several dogs hanging out with us that day….
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by Chantel Baul More than fifty years ago, a mother in Florida received an opportunity to own and operate an out-of-town restaurant. Ambitious as she was, she packed up her three children and moved them to Columbus where she opened Gus’s Drive-In & Restaurant on Victory Drive. That woman was Mama Gus, the hardworking, compassionate and dedicated restauranteur who patrons have known and loved for decades. Throughout the late sixties and seventies, Mama Gus’s drive-in…
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My name is Jud Richardson and I am the roaster and owner of Fountain City Coffee. While I’ve owned the shop for five years, I’ve been working there since 2005. It’s been my goal to see the place thrive and to provide a refuge for folks while also roasting the best beans around! I have also never run out of radishes.” Barista questions 1. What is your spirit animal? 2. What is in the village…
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Quick & Easy Recipe Shop Do you have a favorite quick-and-easy recipe, or would you like to find a new favorite? We all love fresh cooked meals, but we don’t all have the time to spend hours in the kitchen. Join us for an opportunity to exchange recipes and trade cooking tips! You do not have to bring a recipe to attend, but if you do, please bring enough copies for everyone, a dozen should…
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by Richard F. Edwards It is often said, in the fashion world, that if something hangs in your closet long enough, it will come back into style and you can wear it again (provided it still fits). The world of spirits can be equally fickle, with spirits and cocktails waxing and waning in popularity. When was the last time you ordered a Harvey Wallbanger, Pink Lady, Sloe Gin Fizz or Singapore Sling. Below are some…
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Chili Crawl, First Friday Americus A fun, family-oriented way to beat the mid-winter blues and enjoy Americus. This cook off features 15 inventive and delicious chili entries, housed in various downtown businesses. Jan. 5, 5 – 8 p.m., Downtown Americus, Ga. College Football Championship Watch Party Come watch the CFB Championship Game at CIRCA; unlimited wings for $10; whiskey tasting featuring four delicious spirits and new cocktails for $20. Jan. 8, 6 p.m. – midnight,…
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Holiday Sip ’n’ Shop Experience the holiday spirit at The Wynn House. Enjoy unique gifts, appetizers and beverages. Members $10, non-members $12. RSVP: (706) 323-1895 or darenewynnhouse@gmail.com. Dec. 7, 4 – 8 p.m., The Wynn House, 1240 Wynnton Road, Columbus Holiday Highball Join the Young Art Patrons for an evening featuring local bartenders competing in the art of mixology, sample craft cocktails, enjoy hors d’oeuvres by The Wicked Hen, and live music. Cast your vote…
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‘Tis the season! It’s the season for family, for giving and for holiday parties. Whether your party is a casual neighborhood get together, a mingling of co-workers, or a family gathering, the perfect cocktail will guarantee the success of your party. If your gathering is more than a few people, and you want to avoid the expense of setting up a full bar and/or hiring a bartender, a punch, or some sort of cocktail that…
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