When we visited Ireland last month, one of my top priorities was finding a speakeasy to share with all of you. While Ireland never went through Prohibition like the United States did, the speakeasy aesthetic is gaining popularity, especially in Dublin. I found one spot, in particular, though, that I knew I had to visit….
Month: April 2023
New Mass Ave Bookstore Fills a Gaping Hole In Indy
When compared to similarly sized cities like Cincinnati and Louisville, Indianapolis has a notable gap in one specific area — independent bookstores. Jake Budler and Julia Breakey noticed this hole and decided to do something about it. The couple is the driving force behind Tomorrow Bookstore, a welcoming space that aims to build community while…
The Masters Cocktail Series – “The Amen Corner”
The year was 1958. It was a momentous one for Augusta National Golf Course. The now-iconic bridges that span Rae’s Creek were dedicated in honor of Ben Hogan and Byron Nelson. And, a young pro by the name of Arnold Palmer took home his first Masters win. He would go on to win the tournament…
The Masters Cocktail Series – “The Magnolia Lane”
At the end of the day, Augusta National Golf Club’s Magnolia Lane is a driveway. But don’t let that fact fool you into thinking it’s commonplace. In fact, Magnolia Lane might just be America’s most iconic driveway. Even those who have never picked up a golf club know the importance of The Masters within the…
The Masters Cocktail Series – “The Azalea”
We couldn’t have a Masters-themed cocktail series without The Azalea. The unofficial drink of Augusta National Golf Course, this libation pays homage to the iconic azalea bushes that bloom just in time for the tournament every year. The Augusta Chronicle recently gave golf fans a glimpse into history, sharing how azaleas became such an integral…
The Masters Cocktail Series – “The Green Jacket”
There are few things more synonymous with The Masters than the green jacket that is given to the winner of the storied golf tournament. The first jacket was bestowed upon Horton Smith, winner of the Augusta National Invitation Tournament, in 1934. The tournament’s current name wasn’t adopted until 1939 when Ralph Guldahl beat the legendary…
We Found Mickey Mouse Pancakes Bigger Than Disney World’s (In Indy!)
I grew up going to Walt Disney World Resort and now I love to take my girls as often as I can. Since life isn’t a permanent vacation, though, and I want them to experience destinations outside of Magic Kingdom, too, we don’t always make it to Lake Buena Vista as often as we’d like….