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Kentucky Colonels’ Reunion BBQ [classic article]

[As first published in Pulitzer.com] I was extremely honored last year when Gov. Paul Patton of Kentucky named me a … Continue reading Kentucky Colonels’ Reunion BBQ [classic article]

Try the elegance and sweetness of the Bluegrass State: Bauer’s Modjeskas

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Try the elegance and sweetness of the Bluegrass State: Bauer’s Modjeskas

It’s true: I was born on the other side of the river from Kentucky, in what is known on our … Continue reading Try the elegance and sweetness of the Bluegrass State: Bauer’s Modjeskas

The new way to cool off: Cherry Ale-8-One

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The new way to cool off: Cherry Ale-8-One

I am a Kentucky Colonel. Back when he was Governor, Paul Patton awarded me the Commonwealth’s highest honor for service … Continue reading The new way to cool off: Cherry Ale-8-One

Vodka made in Kentucky? Yes! Wheatley vodka

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Vodka made in Kentucky? Yes! Wheatley vodka

For over 228 years, Kentuckians have been renowned for distilling the brown liquors: bourbon and rye whisky. Now it will … Continue reading Vodka made in Kentucky? Yes! Wheatley vodka