Best Barbecue Restaurants in Kentucky

I have noticed lately here in Louisville that there seems to be a new Barbecue restaurant popping up every week. There are lots of barbecue restuants out there, so I had to ask myself “what are the best barbecue restaurants in Kentucky?” Below I have compiled a list, just a drop in the bucket really. So be sure to let us know if your favorite spot didn’t make the list. Old Hickory Bar-B-Q — Owensboro Pop’s Southern Style BBQ — Morehead J & B Barbecue & Catering — Henderson Pig In A Poke — Prestonburg Brother’s — Campbellsville Momma Lou’s

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Bed and Breakfast Valentine’s Day Specials in Kentucky

This post isn’t exactly kid friendly but I truly believe that if you don’t take a break some time away from the kids and the chaos you will lose your mind! So I got to thinking about Valentine’s day and how much fun it would be to have some romantic time together with your own Valentine! Listed are some Bed and Breakfast Specials from around Kentucky. You will be glad that you took some time away! Go ahead print this out and leave it around your house for your Valentine to find. Bluegrass Country Estate -offers you and your Valentine a

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The Tri-State Kids Fair – Owensboro KY

My kids got an early taste of spring last weekend and they are needing to get out and stretch their legs more than ever! If your kids are getting antsy like mine, then clear your calendar for fun weekend plans! The Tri-State Kids Fair, it is the first of it’s kind and it looks like a ton of fun! The best part? Once you pay the very reasonable admission price all of the activities are unlimited. When I got to exploring the website the list of activities that are included in the admission fee seemed to go on and on.

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Wild Game Dinners at the Kentucky State Parks

I am a bit of an adventurous person as far as food goes, I did go to culinary school after all! One thing that I never got totally into was eating wild game. Mainly because it as easily accessible. It seems as if our state park systems is looking to change that. Think buffalo ribs, snapping turtle stew and elk! The price ranges from $18.95 to $20.95 for adults. $8.95 to $10.95 for children 6-12. Children 5 and under are free. They have a series of wild game dinners that looks to be very interesting. They take place over the

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Staying Active in Kentucky…Even in the Winter!

This last weekend my family got a taste, a taste of the things we love to do but tend to avoid during the winter. Then I started thinking about the fact that too often I end up making excuses for myself, letting my family and I off the hook for being snuggled under the covers all winter. After 2 hours of being outside yesterday the smiles returned to faces, frustrations seemed to lessen and we were in harmony with one another. I realize that you aren’t going to go outside for extended periods of time if it is single digit

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My Town Monday: Carlisle

Our great state of Kentucky, has 120 counties and even more little towns that fill these counties. They are made up of hard working good people, that are raising families and earning a living in this state. We want to recognize these places, some times they are map dots, sometimes they are a big metropolis. Today’s My Town Monday Spotlight is Carlisle, Kentucky! It is funny, I stumbled upon Carlisle just in conversation with one of my friends. While it isn’t an overly large town, think population 2,000; it has a lot of charm like most small towns do.  They

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Fun places to stay overnight in Kentucky

Sometimes you just have to get away! It might be for a night but going somewhere different with your family might be just what you guys need to recharge. Spring break will be upon us before we know it! Start making your plans now! 1. Howard Johnson of Florence – Ya’ll this is NOT your typical HoJo, remember when they were HUGE in the hotel game? This place is awesome, you can pick from themed room in either the romantic category or the family category. Ever wanted to stay in a pirate ship suite? 2.  Wigwam Village – Ever wanted

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Family Adventure Quest

I am probably behind the eight ball on this post but I was so excited with a friend passed along the information to me! Have you heard about the Family Adventure Quest? Until the other day I had not. When I read the description of what it was my husband was super excited and so was I. For $15 you and your group (or family) of up to 6 people receive a booklet of quests, a hat and a kite that you will have to use along the way. There is a booklet of quests for different state parks and

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My Town Monday: Richmond, KY

Our great state of Kentucky, has 120 counties and even more little towns that fill these counties. They are made up of hard working good people, that are raising families and earning a living in this state. We want to recognize these places, some times they are map dots, sometimes they are a big metropolis. Today’s My Town Monday Spotlight is Richmond, Kentucky If your family loves a competitive game of putt putt as much as mine does you will want to mark your calendar for April when they open back up. Adventure Falls has batting cages and miniature golf

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Jurassic Quest in Louisville, KY

Do you have a dinosaur lover in your house? I stumbled across an event that you and your dino fan have got to attend. It is called Jurassic Quest, they have events all over the United States but this is the first time that is is coming to Louisville. At the event there will be science stations, craft stations, face painting, bounce houses, dino babies all of these are dinosaur based, which I am sure that you figured out! The event is next weekend January 17 and 18th. Ticket prices range from $13 – $22 for kids over 2, kids

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