🌰 Columbus has exactly one cure for an Ohio summer ☀️

And we got 10 places where you can get it. Plus the best summer patios, a brunch events guide, and the best Columbus classes this month.

Author

Chuck Kluckhohn
May 25, 2026

Good morning Columbus!

Food & Drink News

One of Central Ohio’s Last Great BBQ Joints, Legacy Smokehouse, Is Closing May 31

There aren’t many places in Central Ohio where the brisket is worth the drive. Legacy Smokehouse in Hilliard was one of them… but it’s nearly gone.

Eat & Drink

The Top 10 Homemade Ice Cream Shoppes in Columbus and Central Ohio You Need To Try This Summer

While there are tons of tasty homemade ice cream shoppes in Central Ohio, these ones are our personal favorites.

🍳 The only reason to wake up early 🥂

Columbus takes brunch seriously, and the events scene proves it.

From themed experiences to live music brunches, there's enough happening this month to make you actually look forward to waking up early.

Your complete guide is inside.

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Classes / Workshops

Guide to Classes & Workshops to Take This Month & Beyond in Columbus & Central OH

To our fellow Columbus people, check out this stellar list of themed classes like crafting, woodworking, painting, and much more!

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