August 2024
Features
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Save the Travel Date
Here are some unique events that are worth the long-distance drive.
Time Travel in Yellow Springs
Step back to the 1960s or ’70s in this groovy, charming village.
Make a Splash in Taylorsville
Fun on the water at Taylorsville Lake and an antiquing excursion (with a Hollywood connection) like no other.
Parade Through Bronzeville
A South Side Chicago neighborhood showcases Black history.
Into the Woods
Road trip destinations for nature lovers.
Scare Up Some Lively Italian Fare
A Mt. Sterling restaurant with connections to a horror legend.
Plan the Perfect Road Trip
Tunes, snacks, games, and go-go gas stations to make the miles fly by.
Quick Sips: Three New Bourbon Experiences
Where to taste something new in Frankfort, Lexington, and Louisville.
Don’t Skip the Pit Stops
Roadside attractions often make or break a road trip. Visit these amazing spots on your journeys near and far.
Discover Another Columbus
The one in Indiana is known for its unique architecture and ability to confuse Ohioans.
Death Can’t Bury Their Stories
Members of the city’s oldest Black church are using a $750,000 federal grant to restore a historic Madisonville cemetery and provide dignity for generations of Black Cincinnatians.
Try Indy’s Hottest Restaurant
Bluebeard has folks lining up.
Dive Right In to Lake Michigan
A five-hour drive to Lake Michigan will take you a world away.
Why Melanie Moore Drives the Book Bus
The former teacher sends her love of reading out into the world one brand-new book donation at a time.
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Frontlines
Dr. Know: Ruth’s Parkside Cafe, Cobblestone Streets, and Incorrect Clocks
The Good Doctor offers background on the wooden sculpture at Ruth’s Parkside Café, the cobblestone on Elm Street, and a shady sundial.
Pickleball Pro Rachel Rohrabacher Creates A Legacy
A former tennis player turned in her racket for a pickleball paddle—and went pro.
The Walnut Way
Walnut Hills High School is ranked No. 2 in Ohio in college readiness. Inquiring minds want to know: What’s going right?
Radar
Take a Step Into Mei-Lin Williams’ Closet
How Williams utilizes essential pieces to keep her look fresh and chic.
All Aboard to NetZero
The Cincinnati Zoo cuts emissions with new Safari Train.
Going Viral on Rose Hill Avenue
A historic North Avondale home grabs attention online following big renovations.
Midcentury Modern in Columbus
A revitalized midcentury modern motel welcomes guests in Columbus, Ohio.
Columns
Editor’s Letter August 2024: Going for a Drive
Cincinnati Magazine’s Editor-in-Chief on the novelty of road trips.
It’s a Long Drive After All
Driving from Cincinnati to Walt Disney World is a bad idea. Let it go.
Dine
All Hail the King Pigeon
Expert mixology and whimsical narrative come together at this Walnut Hills bar.
The New Old School Sandwiches of Young Buck Deli
This OTR Deli produces nostalgia, amazing sandwiches, and a line out the door.
Mona Bronson-fuqua Wants to Teach You to Cook
The owner of Je Ne Sais Fuqua is passionate about helping African Americans reclaim cultural legacy through the art of cooking.
Food Entreprenuers With Ties to the Disabled Community Make a Difference
From ice cream to dog treats, individuals with special needs find their place and purpose with local businesses or start their own.