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BIG PICTURE The downtown Columbus skyline illuminated by a setting sun as seen from about 250 feet above the Scioto River after a series of rainstorms moved through the metro area May 29, 2021.

PHOTO BY JAMES D. DECAMP

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Contents

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C O V E R PA C K A G E FOOD HALL FANDOM

MAKERS SPACE: JESSE HUBBARD 20 THE PASTRY FACTORY

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BANZO BUTTER

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HENMICK FARM & BREWERY

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SPECIAL EDITORIAL SECTION: PETS 64 PSYCHOBILLY BARBERSHOP

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ON THE COVER:

Illustration by Paul Barton

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Opening Volley PUBLISHER Wayne T. Lewis

STEPHANIE WEST VP of Content / Editor In Chief When I was a teenager in small town America, the place to be was the mall.

There, you’d walk about five miles every weekend night just cruising up and down all the different storefronts looking for clothes boys. If you wanted to talk to one, you’d grab an ice cream or a drink and saunter to a table at the food court, where you’d sit and wait patiently for him to find you.

He always did. It was a well known fact back then that food courts at the mall were not for food—they were for dating, meeting, socializing. Occasionally, they were about the food—but only if Mom was buying and only during the day time when no one else was around.

The tradition, it seems, has continued even today with the grown-up version of mall food courts transformed into food halls. You’ll have to read the full story on page 56 from writer Jack McLaughlin, but suffice it to say that food halls bring out the best of those days at the mall—socializing, good food, and atmosphere.

And since it’s summer, this is the best time to get out of the house and see all the new food halls that are (or have) opened in Central Ohio. From Budd Dairy to Bubbly, there are a host of these beauties to cruise during these lovely summer months.

Also in this issue is a section dedicated to humans favorite sidekicks—pets! From dogs to kitties, read this special section about one pandemic pet adoption that came at just the right time, see the Pet Suites Cutest K-9 winner, and check out all the furry friends of the 614 staff. We’ve got everything from German Shepherds and Bernedoodles to tiny kittens.

As for food, check out a couple Star Chefs from La Plaza Tapatia and House of Japan, as well as a new butter alternative called Banzo Butter. Plus, the Pastry Factory and Henmick Farm & Brewery. We’ve got all the good stuff for you to try! Need a haircut? Psychobilly Barbershop has you covered. Then check out “Poser,” a new film from local filmmakers that just premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival.

This issue is jam-packed with all the good stuff and more! So get going, Columbus, you’ve got a lot of food halls, food, and art to explore!

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Lindsay Press VP OF CONTENT / EDITOR IN CHIEF Stephanie West ASSISTANT / DIGITAL EDITOR Sarah Sole CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS Jen Brown, James D. DeCamp, Ally Schnaidt

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Sarah Sole Jack McLaughlin

Jaelani Turner-Williams DESIGN TEAM MANAGER Paul Barton CREATIVE DESIGNERS Jaime North, Emma Quinn VIDEO PRODUCERS / EDITORS Maddy Van Buren Austin Black DIRECTOR OF MARKETING Jayci Haase MARKETING COORDINATOR Justynne Pride ADVERTISING DIRECTOR Meggin Weimerskirch SENIOR ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE Nikki Harris ACCOUNT EXECUTIVES Mindy Wilhite Travis Burson

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Our staff picks It’s the (614) July issue and it's time for friends, fireworks, and food. So we asked our staffers, what will YOU do this year for Independence Day?

Do you check your food and entertainment updates on 614now.com? You should. Every day we’re posting Columbus’s top food, entertainment, and sports stories from throughout Central Ohio. Check out all things Columbus online at 614now.com and subscribe to our daily email!

Fireworks at my cousin’s house. Hoping it doesn’t lead to an E.R. visit when my overzealous brother gets in on the “lighting the fireworks” fun.

— Stephanie West, VP of Content / Editor In Chief

Spend the weekend with friends at the Lake Erie Islands!

— Travis Burson, Account Executive

→ T-Shirts & Trees

Go to a friend's cookout!

Buy a shirt, plant a tree. See what else Midwestern Outfitters is up to. Read more by scanning the QR code.

— Sarah Sole, Asst./Digital Editor

Hopefully spending it cooking out and playing corn hole with some boozy drinks to cool down!

— Justynne Pride, Marketing Coordinator

Spend it at the pool with my friends!

— Emma Quinn, Creative Designer

I'm doing a Pedal Wagon cruise completely sober, AKA just working out while my friends get their drink on. Pregnancy probs.

— Jayci Haase, Marketing Director

→ That’s Soooo Anti-Establishment Read more about the against the norm Doo Dah Parade by scanning the QR code.

Is sleeping in an option?

— Austin Black, Video Field Producer/Editor

Spending the weekend with my boyfriend, our friends, and our kitties!

— Jaime North, Creative Designer

Heading to Put-in-Bay for fireworks, family, friends & fun.

— Meggin Weimerskirch, Advertising Director

Haven't even thought about it. How is it July already??

— Nikki Harris, Senior Account Executive

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→ Good Energy; Self Care Scan the QR code to see how Edin Birkin is using good vibes to help folks with self care.

#AsSeenInColumbus

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@mrsgoodmans

@columbushumane

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Calendar Events are rolling out for 2021 and we’ve got the scoop. Get your summer on with these in-person events this summer and stay tuned to 614now.com as well as our social media for more. Have an event shout-out? Send an email to editor@614now.com.

Restaurant Week July 26-31

Various Locations

Dublin Irish Days Aug. 5-8

Locations TBA, Dublin

What? Music and Arts Festival Aug. 6-7

Locations TBA

Festival Latino Aug. 14-15

Genoa Park, Downtown

Columbus Food Truck Festival Aug. 20-21

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MAKER'S SPACE

← Jesse Hubbard Bar Lead at Rye River Social & Creator of Punk Rock + Cocktails

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How one bartender used cocktails to create an ode to punk rock

By Jack McLaughlin / Photos by Ally Schnaidt

W

hen Henry Rollins—the famously angry and hulk-strong singer of the iconic punk band Black Flag (among many others)— tells you to do something, you should probably do it.

So when Columbus bartender Jesse Hubbard, a life-long fan of all things punk rock, corresponded personally with Rollins over email in early 2020, he made sure to listen closely.

Hubbard, the bar lead at Rye River Social, was able to get in touch with Rollins, as well as many other huge names in the punk scene, not because of music, but because of cocktails.

Hubbard’s the author of Punk Rock + Cocktails, a book for which he created 20 different original cocktails based on 20 of his absolute favorite punk rock albums.

To start the process, he reached out to every band to explain what he was doing, and also to ask for their permission. And guess who got back to him right away?

“Believe it or not, the first person I heard back from was Henry Rollins. Not his manager, not his bandmate, Henry Rollins himself,” Hubbard said. “I remember he said to me, ‘Hey man, I think that’s an awesome idea, go for it, but just so you know, you don’t even ask for permission. I write books all the time and I never do.’ And I was like, yeah, but you’re Henry Rollins, you can do whatever you want.”

For the Rollins Band album “Weight,” Hubbard created a cocktail called Imperfect Truth, which combines rye whiskey, aperol, lemon, and egg white, and—fitting for the imposing Rollins—spicy chili syrup. →

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↓ Punk Rock + Cocktails features 20 original cocktail recipes

“I tried to capture the essence, the energy of these records that mean so much to me. I wanted to do them justice and pay tribute the best way I know how,” Hubbard said. “ And what do I do? I’m a barman, so I made cocktails to honor them.”

The book, which also features vignettes from Hubbard about his own memories of each band and why they’re meaningful to him, covers nearly 80 pages. It features everything from a bourbon, brown sugar syrup cocktail with smoked applewood for Hot Water Music’s “Caution,” to a bright, fruitforward drink with brandy, rum, pomegranate liquor, peach puree, and pineapple juice for the fast, fun ska album “Hello Rockview” from Less Than Jake.

And while nearly every band he talked with was supportive (excited even), there were still a few punk-specific hurdles that needed to be cleared.

First and foremost was the fact that so many classic punk groups identify as straight-edge, meaning they abstain from all drugs and alcohol.

But just like a crafty bartender might switch out top-shelf vodka for the cheap stuff in a drink, Hubbard was able to navigate these situations.

“I was talking to Minor Threat, their management group, and the band is notoriously straightedge.

They told me they were a little bit nervous about the whole thing at first,” he said. “So we talked about it and eventually we settled on making a low-proof [low ABV] cocktail for them.” → 22

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↓ Jesse Hubbard's drink creations (L to R) Way Back Maveric, Face to Face (We Danced), & Noon as Dark as Midnight

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" Listen, I’m a terrible musician. I’m a failed guitarist, but this has done so much for me. I can live out my rockstar dreams through my book now."

With a volume II currently in the works, Hubbard today finds himself in an interesting (and enviable) position. He’s too modest to use this term himself, but he’s become something of the official punk rock cocktail guy.

One of the bands in his book, the Menzingers, made their drink from “Punk Rock + Cocktails” in a video that was posted to their official Instagram account. He was also contacted by the former drummer of Less Than Jake, who’s forming a ska supergroup called The Inevitables. They’re releasing a surf-themed album later this year and asked him to make a cocktail that will be featured in its insert.

Ultimately, though, Hubbard doesn’t care all that much about the recognition. Sure, it’s fun, he said, but more than anything he’s just glad for the chance to really feel like a part of the punk scene he’s loved and been a part of his whole life, and for the chance to express himself the best way he knows how.

“Listen, I’m a terrible musician. I’m a failed guitarist, but this has done so much for me. I can live out my rockstar dreams through my book now,” he said with a laugh. ♦

You can follow Hubbard on Instagram at @jessehubbardcocktails

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POSER: Block 1

↑ Noah Dixon, Creative Director of Loose Films Ori Segev, Founder and Creative Director of Loose Films

A movie dedicated to Columbus’ underground music scene earns a national stage.

By Sarah Sole / Photos by Ally Schnaidt

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here’s a moment in the movie “Poser,” in which the unassuming Lennon (Sylvie Mix) asks bands to describe their genre for her new podcast about the underground music scene.

“Queer death pop,” says one.

“I’m in a duo; we don’t really identify as a band,” says another.

“Our genre is junkyard bop, or family band,” says someone else. “Like if your really strange relative was a band.”

It would be easy to assume satire here, in this story following a young woman’s attempt to break into Columbus’ creative scene. But the first feature film from Columbus directors Noah Dixon and Ori Segev is more nuanced than that, at once poking fun at the local music scene while also, as Dixon puts it, creating a love letter of sorts to the community both men know and love.

“It’s a mixture of both,” Dixon said.

And while the film heavily features both the sights and sounds of our city’s artists and musicians, it has reached an audience far wider than central Ohio. “Poser” was featured last month at the 2021 Tribeca Festival—one of six films in the U.S. Narrative Competition, which featured work from breakout independent artists from across the country.

It was also one of six films to get accepted into Gotham Film Labs’ mentorship program after Dixon and Segev submitted a rough cut of their project in May. Through that program, they were able to finish the filming process while taking into account feedback from industry professionals outside the Columbus area.

In light of the pandemic’s impact on the music scene, Dixon said it felt good to emerge from lockdown with a film celebrating local music and art. (The brunt of the film was shot pre-pandemic, toward the end of 2019.)

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↑Dixon and Segev editing scenes from the film

“We’re just excited that we’re able to show it in front of an audience,” he said.

Though this is the duo’s first feature film together, Dixon and Segev have been working together for years. The 29 year olds started working together on projects after meeting their junior year at Denison University and learned their way around filmmaking by doing music videos and documentaries for area bands.

“That’s also how we met a lot of the bands that are featured in the film,” Segev said.

Some of the prominent local musicians

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Dixon and Segev spotlight in “Poser” include Son of Dribble, Joey Aich, Devin Summers, Damn the Witch Siren, and wyd.

Wyd’s self-titled track actually features heavily in the film, after the filmmakers fell in love with the song and wanted to include it.

“It kind of served as inspiration for the film,” Dixon said.

Before they even knew what the story was (Dixon served as screenwriter in addition to working with Segev on directing and editing), the duo knew they wanted to make a film based around the friends they made in Columbus’ underground music world.

They also knew they wanted to build a story around Bobbi Kitten, front woman for Damn the Witch Siren. Both Dixon and Segev were taken with Kitten’s charisma, energy, and comfort on camera while working with her years ago on a music video.

Though Dixon and Segev knew and loved Kitten, they had little knowledge of Sylvie Mix, who they connected with via a shared social circle. The directors had planned to work with an experienced actress for this role, designed to be the antithesis of Kitten. Mix, while a musician, had little experience acting. But after using her for a proof of concept teaser, Segev and Dixon were sold.

“We fell in love with her,” Dixon said.

“We couldn’t really imagine anyone else being the character.” ♦ To learn more about “Poser,” visit loosefilms.com/poser

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↓ Allyson Blackwell Owner of The Pastry Factory

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Inspired by her grandma, local baker brings upscale desserts to Columbus

By Jaelani Turner-Williams / Photos by Jen Brown

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he vision came to Allyson Blackwell after being a highlight at the Farmers’ Market at North Market Downtown last summer. The owner behind the new North Market Downtown vendor My Pastry Factory sought to give her customers the fancy desserts they were craving.

And now, with a rotation of seasonal upscale treats, The Pastry Factory has options for all kinds of palettes, including customers who are vegan and gluten-free.

Now, Blackwell has been offered a permanent spot in the market year-round.

“I love watching customers’ reactions when they try a cupcake sample, especially when it’s one of my more avant-garde flavors,” said Blackwell. “I always tell them to try it because it’s free and they won’t hurt my feelings if they don’t like it.”

Blackwell’s baking genes go all the way back to her grandmother, who Blackwell used to watch transform raw ingredients into a pound cake. It inspired the then 10-year-old Blackwell to practice her own baking using an Easy Bake Oven. Outgrowing the kiddie appliance, Blackwell began baking small cakes using a stovetop oven, which she’d sell at school to teachers and fellow students. Applying her knowledge of attending culinary arts and baking programs at Northwest Career Center and Sullivan University in Louisville, she carefully acquired the skill to make upscale treats for finely-crafted tastes.

“I believe in sourcing the freshest ingredients whenever possible and I bake everything from scratch,” she said. “Baking is truly a science, once you learn it you can interpret those ingredients however you choose and create unique masterpieces of your own.”

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← Blackberry Creme Brulée Tart

→ Mini Lemon Fruit Tart

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↑ Allyson Blackwell cutting into a Red Velvet cake

Initially, Blackwell wanted to create a home bakery that catered to other local small businesses. In the beginning, she delivered desserts and pastries to a few coffee shops in Columbus, Springfield and Yellow Springs.

Blackwell opened The Pastry Factory in 2012 as a parttime bakery; and now, she’s all fancy desserts 24/7.

For the summer, her shop will introduce a lineup of juicy fruit-based cupcake desserts from Summer Corn and Mango to Peach Bellini, Avocado Rosemary Citrus and Watermelon Margarita Cake. With ornate fondant designs and one-of-a-kind flavors, Blackwell’s concoctions range from the simplicity of gourmet cookies, cupcakes and brownies to French-inspired creations of tarts, brioche breads, croissants and decadent pastries.

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“I like to incorporate as much fresh seasonal produce as possible. I’m always inspired by the fresh fruit and vegetables available at local farmers markets and I like to challenge myself with creating something new and unique,” she said.

As the loyal following of The Pastry Factory scour to North Market Downtown, Blackwell’s philosophy on baked goods is as effortless as her anything-but-typical posh treats: “The most simple dessert can be elevated to something a little more interesting and sophisticated if you think outside the norm.” ♦

For more information visit mypastryfactory.com

↑ Cardamom Apricot Cupcakes that are gluten-free and vegan

↑ A slice of Red Velvet cake

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CHEF In a rapidly growing Columbus food and drink scene, the city’s culinary creatives are fast becoming a new class of local celebrities. Over the next few pages, enjoy a snapshot of some of Columbus’ top chefs. Dig in.

↑ La Plaza Tapatia's house salsas

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ASSISTANT CHEFS

Margarita Ramirez & Pablo Meza

La Plaza Tapatia La Plaza Tapatia is a 44,000 sq foot Latino grocery with a large prepared foods section featuring authentic prepared foods from Mexico & Latin America. The prepared foods section is open 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily. The food options change daily and can even change throughout the day. There is a base of items—rice, beans, ceviche and tamales. They offer 24 different prepared food options, 5 different ceviches, 6 seafood cocktails (not drinks), a variety of desserts, and variety of salsas (Pico de gallo, salsa verde & roja, chipotle). All dishes and desserts are made from scratch.

To learn more, follow us on Instagram and Facebook.

Signature Dishes Birria-

Shredded beef slow cooked with flavorful

chilies and Mexican spices until tender and juicy.

Tamales- Pre-Hispanic Mexican dish made with a corn-based dough, filled with chicken and salsa and then wrapped in corn husks and steamed.

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Latin American dish that originated in

Peru made from cooked or raw fresh fish or shrimp and marinated in fresh lime juice and other fresh spices, herbs and tomatoes.

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SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION ↓ Ceviche

↓ Tamales

↓ House chips and salsas

↓ Birria

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HIBACHI CHEF

Maksey Dy

House of Japan Come to a restaurant where cooking and entertainment are all part of your dining experience. We are a Japanese Hibachi Restaurant where the Chef cook your food right in front of you and everyone has a front row seat! Shrimp, Scallop, Lobster, Fillet Mignon, New York strip, Chicken Breast and other food items all cut, cooked, and served right in front of you. Come see the Hibachi Chefs juggling eggs with their spatula, setting the grill on fire, build an onion volcano and many other entertaining skills. We are great for Birthday and Special celebrations.

Our Hibachi Chef, Mr. Maksey Dy has been with us for 23 years and an incredibly talented entertainment chef Maksey has so much experience over the year that he can easily cook and cut food items with a blind fold, although we don't recommend that, our insurance will not cover it. Come and say "Hi" to Maksey, let him cook for you, entertain you, and make you smile.

Our restaurant has been serving Columbus, Ohio, our community, for 23 years now. Two locations: Dublin Location - 6153 Parkcenter Circle, and Polaris location - 8701 Sancus Blvd. www.houseofjapanohio.com

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Signature Dishes Imperial Feast - Lunch New York Strip & Chicken* 15.95 for One or 30.95 for Two Served with a choice of green or iced tea or soft drink, house salad) shrimp appetizer, bean sprouts, steamed rice, and orange sherbet for dessert

Dinner Filet Mignon, Lobster and Chicken* 35.99 for One or 70.95 for Two Served with a choice of green or iced tea or soft drink, mushroom soup, house salad, Hibachi shrimp appetizer, fresh vegetables, steamed rice, and orange sherbet for dessert

SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION ↓ Sashimi Deluxe

↓ Gyoza

↓ Imperial Feast

↓ Spring Rolls

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↓ Amy Andes Founder of Banzo Butter

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cience is to thank for Banzo Butter’s beginnings.

The spreadable snack made from garbanzo beans had its origins in a national competition that founder Amy Andes entered as a Northeastern University undergrad.

She and her team were tasked with crafting a top-flight snack food, and initially created a wafer cookie using garbanzo bean flour with a garbanzo bean fudge center.

“The thing was, the fudge was the good part, the middle. Not the cookies,” said Andes, who this year received her doctorate degree in Food Science and Technology from the Ohio State University.

It was this observation that eventually led to the creation of Banzo Butter as we know it today, after Andes branched off on her own in 2019.

Banzo Butter mimicks the texture and richness of your favorite nut butters (peanut butter likely being the most popular), all while remaining plant-based and free of most major allergens.

“I’m super passionate about this cause, creating for people with food allergies,” said Andes. “I’m not affected by them, but that doesn’t mean people who are can’t have good options.”

The spread (which comes in three flavors) is proteinand fiber-rich, making a delicious and allergy-conscious replacement for spreads like Nutella or peanut butter.

Banzo’s original flavor strikes a balance between savory and sweet; Strawberry (billed as the first ever jam-butter combination) contains real fruit; and Chocolate captures the texture and taste of treats like brownie batter.

“My friends and I eat chocolate right off the spoon, but it also goes great on ice cream and cookie dough,” Andes said.

While her strawberry flavor makes an excellent topping for pancakes or an interesting jam replacement, Andes recommends creating a “GB and J” with the original butter and your choice of jelly.

“You won’t be able to tell the difference,” she said.

But like most good things, Banzo Butter didn’t come easy, at least not at first. The product’s final recipe was the result of the tireless testing of ingredients. And while Banzo now operates out of a rented commercial kitchen space, much of the early recipe tweaking was done in the 100-square foot kitchen space in Ande’s apartment. → 614NOW.COM JULY 2021 (614) MAGAZINE

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“For the first five months, I knew what ingredients I needed, but broadly. So it really came down to me buying a ton of different ones. I spent months in that tiny kitchen,” Andes said. “I would sometimes open a package and know immediately, from the smell, that it wouldn’t work.

I even tasted spoonfuls of cocoa powder to find the right one.”

While we’ll have to wait to get our hands on Banzo Butter, it likely won’t be for long. As a student, Andes was only able to put out limited sales runs of the product, but now with a finance partner on board and her student work behind her, Andes is ready to deliver another round of sales this summer, and hopes to have all three flavors in stock perpetually in the near future.

“You know, I have a ton of friends with food allergies, and it’s something that most people don't talk about unless they’re with family,” Andes said. “Which is terrible. It really opened my eyes and made me really passionate about this; this is what Banzo Butter is for.” ♦

To learn more and see when sales open, visit banzobutterbrand.com and follow them on Instagram @banzobutterbrand

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← Picnic spread featuring Banzo Butters

← Banzo Butter flavors with a GB + J

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Delaware’s new brewery stands on a land rich with history.

By Jack McLaughlin / Photos by James DeCamp

↑ Nick Sheets, Owner, alongside his wife Jodi and their two kids Madee and Henry

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p in Delaware County, where the trees are older and population less dense, 17-year cicadas unleash a cacophony so loud that it’s difficult to hear Nick Sheets talk unless I’m next to him.

We’re standing outside of his family farm, one that’s stood at this location northwest of downtown Sunbury since 1835, when the first of the Sheets clan relocated here from Virginia. In front of us is a sweeping expanse of farmland, plots that are now rented out to local growers, as Nick and his family stopped farming themselves in the 1980s.

But it’s what’s behind us that really brought me out here.

On a whopping eight acres of land stands a horse in pasture, a wildflower garden, and several scattered farm buildings, including a horse stall, tool sheds, a farmhouse, and one very large (11,000 square feet) contemporary structure.

All of these eight acres, from the copse of huge pines to the horse barn, are all part of Henmick Farm & Brewery, a new destination brewpub to open this month that redefines the brewery experience as we know it.

“You know, every time I’m in New England there are all of these awesome farm breweries,” Sheets said. “When my father passed away nearly four years ago, my family, my sister, my brother, my aunt, and I all needed to figure out what to do with this land. We’re emotionally attached to it, and we wanted to do something that would give it a new life.”→ 50

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↑ The exterior of the space

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↑ The interior of Henmick, soon to fill with crowds

At Henmick, all of the brewery-specific functions take place in the largest on-site building, the aforementioned 11,000 square-foot structure. It holds a beer production facility with five fermentors that will likely have 10 different brews ready (including three different IPAs, a sour ale, a kolsch, a hoppy wheat, and more) upon opening. The brewery even plans to feature their own line of cider this fall.

The farm’s main building also holds its taproom, complete with stonework-finished walls, reclaimed wood beams buttressing the ceilings, and a massive coppercountertop bar, with 20 different taps for beer, white wine, and even draft-ready cocktails.

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location in Lancaster before being painstakingly reconstructed on site. It even holds a massive wood-burning fireplace for extra comfort in the colder months.

“I love old barns, especially in Ohio,” said Sheets. “When you walk in here, it really does feel like you’re standing in an old one, with the reclaimed hemlock siding and everything. And this looks so much like the barn we used to have here.”

While the interior of Henmick Farm & Brewery is worth a trip in and of itself, what truly sets the new brewery apart is its massive outdoor space, the eight full acres that Sheets and his family are inviting all of you to come explore at your own pace.

This includes not only the garden courtyard complete with two fire pits abutting the brewery’s event space, but also the long stretches of open grass, the treeline that marks a natural property boundary, and even the horse barn and other buildings.

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“The beauty of it is, you can do whatever you want. I want people to explore the entire property. And eventually, as we do more improvements, we’ll open up more and more space for people to explore,” Sheets said. “You can go wander off, bring the kids with you, and have a nice beer in hand at the same time.”

Because at the end of the day, what Sheetz and his family are trying to recreate at Henmick Farms is the feeling of the traditional Midwestern getaway. It’s not a trip to the beach, and you’re not jetting off to Europe, but you’re heading to your own quiet corner of Ohio to spend time with the people and places you care most about.

“Everybody has some relative, some friend who had a family farm they went up to. So many Midwestnerners have that connection, and we want to tap into it,” Sheetz said. “It’s really what we’re doing here, we’re saying, ‘Hey, let’s go take a weekend trip up to the farm.’” ♦ To learn more, visit henmick.com

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Jennings Java

Rudy’s

www.jenningsjava.com (614) 935-8348 1193 S. Front Street, Columbus, OH 43206

www.rudysfoodanddrinks.com (614) 549-7008 1021 W Fifth Ave, Columbus OH 43212

On the hilly campus of Muskingum University, Jennings Java was born from a college dorm room in the Spring of 2016. Jennings Java highlights coffee’s unique flavors by sourcing quality beans from various regions around the world. Wholesale or home brew, Jennings Java roasts to order, promising the freshest flavor and an authentic experience with each sip. This is how we remain “True to the Origin” in every cup that you enjoy. Jennings Java provides amazing coffee and a smile to everyone that comes through our doors.

Come see what everyone in Grandview is talking about...from the Big Boss - our one pound ribeye blended burger, to our Teriyaki Salmon, AND our donut sandwich dessert!! Our Wings, Pizza, Nachos, Tacos, Cuban Sandwiches and so much more are receiving rave reviews!

Our creative Chefs and friendly staff make Rudy’s the place to visit!

Join us for lunch, dinner or weekend brunch!

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Family Practice WestCare

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Japanese-style ramen eatery, known for great food quality and service, with recipes stemming from 30 years of experience from a ramen-loving owner.

Family Practice WestCare is an independent primary care that works in partnership with our patients to ensure the best health outcomes.

While most big systems and corporations try to keep patients in their structure, we use the feedback from our patient panel to recommend services and specialists that will be the best fit for you.

As a female-owned practice, we also recognize the many health disparities within so many of our Central Ohio populations. That is why we are so dedicated to our mission of quality healthcare for everyone; regardless of our race, how we identify, where we’re from, to whom or if we pray or who we love.

If you feel unheard with your current provider, or if you need to establish with a new provider, we can usually get new patients scheduled within a few days. Give us a call at 614-878-7285 to schedule an appointment or to answer any questions you may have.

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At Nida’s Thai On High, you will experience the liveliness and excitement of our exhibition kitchen. Our extraordinary fast and friendly wait staff wishes to make your visit to us an unforgettable event. You could view our menu and online order ahead - no hassle.

FOOD HALL

FANDOM Central Ohio is bursting with Food Halls—find out why we love the newest national trend →

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rguably, one could say that the North Market was the original food hall. It’s roots trace back to 1876 as the original public market, selling everything from food to flowers, and clothes to trinkets.

“I like to tell people that North Market has been trending for the last 145 years,” said Rick Harrison Wolfe, executive director of the North Market. “It’s always been in the top 5 of things to do in Columbus and for people who live there.”

Wolfe added that the market, which is a non-profit, sees between 1-2 million visitors annually, roughly half of which is local traffic; the other half comes from tourism.

“No offense to the new guys. I love what they’re doing, but we have the benefit of authenticity,” Wolfe said. By this, he means that, while other spots like Budd Dairy and East Market might be operating out of beautifully-restored old spaces, North Market has been doing so for nearly the last century and a half.

But recently, Columbus has seen the newest trend on the food scene—food halls—sprout up in all kinds of places.

Basically, a food hall is a mall food court, without the mall—but way, way, way cooler.

From the Short North to the far northwest side, Central Ohio is seeing this national trend between its 270 borders. According to market research from Cushman & Wakefield, the number of food halls in the U.S. increased by 700% percent between 2010 and 2019 alone.

And in Central Ohio, In roughly a year’s time alone, we’ve seen the opening of local spots like Cameron Mitchell’s Budd Dairy Food Hall, expansion of the original North Market to the North Market Bridge Park in Dublin, and Center Street Market in Hilliard. And before the beginning of 2022, the city should have two more to its name, in the form of the historic East Market (a section of the Trolley District development on the near east side), in addition to Bubbly Hall, a 10-vendor space with several additional temporary stalls coming to New Albany.

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SO WHAT IS A FOOD HALL, ANYWAY?

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Good question, because when we really get into it, there is no absolute definition for what a food hall is. That being said, we’ve seen enough of them pop up throughout Columbus and the U.S. as a whole to break down the major features that most of them share.

First, they almost all feature local concepts or smaller franchises, something that holds true among the examples in Columbus—they all heavily support local, independent businesses.

Food Halls also have a destination component to them. Whether it’s the historical interior of Budd Dairy (which occupies the former Budd Dairy Company Building, a milk processing and distribution facility) or the bright, industrial-chic aesthetic of North Market Bridge Park, food halls usually occupy venues that are worth your time and attention by themselves.

And lastly, the food hall is usually simply more in tune with popular, trendier options. From the North Market offering an artisan cheese shop and Tibetian dumplings, to the modernized takes on classic southern dishes served at Budd

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Dairy, the makeup of the vendors in each hall is carefully considered and on-trend.

“When you come to a food hall you expect great offerings, and a lot of variety,” said Budd Dairy general manager Jeremy Hughes.

But where did they come from?

It’s widely accepted that the first true contemporary food hall was Eataly, which was established in Turin, Italy, in 2007 inside a former Vermouth factory. The concept spread to the U.S., with Eataly popping up in L.A. and New York.

According to a report from international commercial real estate broker Cushman & Wakefield, in 2016 there were at least 10 different food halls in New York alone.

They didn’t formally arrive in Columbus until 2018, when the Corso Ventures’ Short North Food Hall first opened. (The food hall has since closed to make room for the expansion of Standard Hall, another Corso concept.) →

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WHY DO WE LOVE THEM?

Well, the first and most obvious reason we’re all jumping on the food hall bandwagon comes down to choices. From tacos and poke to pizza and pho, food halls offer options to please everyone in a single space. But we also love food halls because they’re social.

“It’s a gathering place,” said Kathryn Nuss, franchise owner of the Budd Dairy chef partner (their term for vendors) Cousins Maine Lobster. “People come to order food, and order drinks, but they also just hang out there as well, especially for sporting events, the derby, baseball, football.”

Budd Dairy, like most other Columbus food halls and newer market spaces, features multiple on-site bars, (including a rooftop bar-patio combination), the presence of which suggest that these are social spaces as much as anything else that provide us with a unique experience.

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“Oftentimes when groups, family, or friends come in together, they scatter, if you will. They all get different things from different artisans,” said Jon St. Julian, one of the ownership partners of Center Street Market, a collection of food and drinks vendors that opened in Hilliard last year.

“When they meet back at the table we see them sharing, tasting, and talking about all of the vendors within the market. It's a really unique experience where you can explore, share, and socialize.”

The data backs this up as well, according to Ethan Shaije, the business manager of Bubbly Food Hall, which will stand as central Ohio’s newest food hall when it opens later this year in New Albany.

“If you look at the statistics, nearly 60% of people prefer to spend money on unique experiences over products,” he said. “And with food halls like Bubbly Hall, that’s really what we’re promoting and encouraging, the experience.”→

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THE FUTURE OF COLUMBUS FOOD HALLS So, what’s next?

With five different food halls and markets slated to have opened between 2020 and the end of this year, it’s clear there will be more food halls, which is a great thing for Columbus restaurants as food halls, in many ways, serve as incubators or cultivators for up and coming Columbus restaurants.

“From a vendor perspective, food halls are just such a great option for those with a small footprint,” said Stevens, who oversees the 1400 Food Lab in addition to the soon-to-open East Market. “This is a great way for small businesses to grab the next stepping stone, for a food truck or a pop-up to establish a brick and mortar without having to deal with all the stuff that comes with owning or renting a building.”

Nuss agrees. “As a chef partner, we only have to manage the space behind our counter, and that’s huge. It saves us time, money, everything.”

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What’s more, there have been smaller eateries that, using the food hall model as an intermediary come-up, made it big. Case in point: Momo Ghar. After starting out in a tiny corner of Saraga International Grocery, the Tibetian dumpling concept snagged a stall at North Market on its way into the national spotlight. The eatery now operates its own standalone restaurant in Dublin (it still holds its North Market space as well), and is hugely popular, having appeared in an episode of Diners, Drive-ins, and Dives).

So, whether you like them or not, you’re likely going to see a good deal more of food halls—and maybe even supporting the next big thing.

“The way I look at it is like this,” said Jeremy Hughes of Budd Dairy Hall. “Every time I come to work, I could be standing in the midst of the next Cameron Mitchell, the next Dave Thomas.”♦ To learn more visit 614now.com to stay on top of the newest openings in Central Ohio

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The summertime is a great time to spend hours with your beloved pets. Whether it's taking them for a fun hike in the park or a trip to get cool in the lake, your pets love to chill with you during the fun summer months. That's why it's the perfect time for us to dedicate some space to our furry friends. From pandemic pets with great stories to 614 staff and their favorite, funny, family members, we've got you covered. So, take a moment and check out our Pet Suites Cutest K-9 winner, as well as these great stories, and let us wish you well during the Dog Days of Summer! →

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or several weeks last September, Sarah Elfers dutifully cooked a meal of chicken and rice every night.

And she never tasted any of it.

That’s because the food wasn’t actually for her, but her new rescue dog, a six year-old Pekingese named Sophie she took into her home last August.

“When I first got her, the vet said [she] should gain about a pound, which is a lot for a 10-pound dog,” Elfers said. “It turns out that she’s the pickiest eater, and would only eat chicken and rice.”

For Elfers, a recent Ohio State University grad and marketing assistant for the Franklin County Dog Shelter & Adoption Center, Sophie came into her life at exactly the right time, serving as a best buddy during the lonely months of the pandemic.

Sophie is not only a pandemic pet, she’s also Elfers very first dog. (Her parents did bring home a German Shepherd several years ago, but only after she had moved to attend college.)

Elfers never planned on adopting a pet during the peak of COVID-19, but when you stumble upon the right pet, you don’t pass them up, she said.

“I wasn’t actively looking at the time, but she came into the shelter and was too perfect,” Elfers said. “She was so sweet and quiet, but her tail was always wagging. Plus, she just loves people.”

The pandemic had Elfers cooped up inside more than usual, meaning she had to handle all of her new dog’s quirks from the jump—a picky eater and Sophie will only walk on Elfer’s lefthand side. Still, the timing ended up working better than she ever could have planned. →

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↓ Sophie strikes a pose

“I’d been spending a lot more time at home because of COVID when I adopted her, and right afterwards my boyfriend, who’s in the military, had to leave. So she actually showed up at kind of the perfect time,” Elfers said.

Sophie was a constant source of entertainment.

“I was staying home more—no social gatherings—so it was great to have her there to curl up on the couch with, or even to take her on a walk, which was one of the only things we could do safely for a while,” Elfers said.

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But more than simply staying occupied, Elfers said, having her new best friend around provided that emotional boost we all probably needed back then.

“After a long day when you come home to such a happy, smiling face, it’s so nice, having someone happy to see you, happy that you’re there.”

Even if it means cooking for one more every night. ♦

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PetSuites Gahanna & PetSuites Worthington helps your dogs live their best lives

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hat’s the most popular offering at PetSuites Gahanna? If you guessed their daycare, you’re right.

“Everyone loves having a worn out, cuddly pup at the end of the day,” said General Manager Erica Howe.

While business might be booming for doggie daycare, it’s just one in a collection of well-rounded services that PetSuites Gahanna offers Columbus-area dog owners.

“All of our services are customizable to give your pet the best experience possible,” Howe said.

Available services include daycare, boarding, training, and grooming. And if you have a puppy, PetSuites offers a special “puppy preschool” daycare option for puppies that are three to six months old. It’s tailor-made for young ‘uns, helping them learn to socialize with other pups and become more accustomed to being away from their parents. Puppies learn how to share toys and a bit about potty training.

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ton of attention while you go about your day, knowing they’re in great hands,” Howe said.

While PetSuites’ daycare options help pups become sociable, their grooming services are also available for doggies to look and feel their best. All grooming is performed by highly trained professionals, and services are available by appointment. Pressed for time? You can add a grooming session onto a day of daycare or even a boarding stay.

Even the best-looking pooch needs to be well behaved though, and that’s where PetSuites’ training program comes in.

“Our training program is our newest offering,” Howe said. “Our trainer works directly with you to ensure that you and your pup are getting the most out of their training sessions.”

Positive reinforcement is the name of the game here, and pups can learn basic training, socialization skills, and other personalized curriculums.

Regardless of which services they’re offering to their clients and fur babies, PetSuites’ staff

approaches everything with a mindful focus.

“We believe in a whole pet and whole person model,” Howe said. “This means we want the body, mind, and spirit of each staff member and guest to be engaged each day.”

At PetSuites, the staff is grateful for their pet parents and fur babies, treating each dog like their own.

“Our pet parents always say that they love seeing how excited their pup gets when they walk into the building and run right to the kennel door, ready to start their stay, and it’s just as amazing to see how happy and fulfilled they are when they get picked up,” Howe said. ♦

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ucy might weigh in at over 40 pounds, but that doesn’t stop her from asking to be picked up.

Drew Bell said his pup, who he adopted with wife Jesse in September, will put both of her paws on them when she wants to be held.

“She’s really cuddly,” Bell said.

Although Lucy has already won over her mom and dad, she’s recently found her way into the hearts of 614 Magazine readers as well, earning the title of Cutest K-9 in the 4th annual contest presented by PetSuites.

Lucy is far more than just a pretty face, however. In fact, the Bells adopted her to provide a companion for their other dog, Tilly, a mini Sheltie close to two years of age. (Lucy also has a kitty sibling named Neville.)

“We felt bad leaving Tilly alone during the day,” Bell said.

Since the Bells adopted Tilly from a breeder, they wanted their second dog to come from a rescue. Drew and Jesse adopted Lucy from Peppermint Pig Animal Rescue after seeing her photos on social media. And while Lucy has since grown into her body, at the time, she still possessed that puppy awkwardness.

“She had these huge ears,” Bell said.

Now that she’s grown, Lucy loves being close to her humans. During evenings, she can be found laying on Jesse or Drew. Though she suffers a bit from separation anxiety, Bell said having sister Tilly around helps immensely. Tilly, Sheltie-style, will often herd her little sister.

Despite her size, Lucy has the personality of a larger dog, and likes to lay around in the sun and hang out in the yard. She also unfortunately loves to dig: The Bells’ yard is filled with holes.

Lucy also learned how to jump the backyard fence.

The reason for this disobedience? A dog in the adjacent yard. “She loves other dogs and people,” Bell said. ♦

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At 614, we love our pets—like we LOVE them. It's just an average day at the office to see Kaia the German Shepherd sleeping in front of a door or Aycie, the Bernedoodle, cozying up to someone for a snack or a cuddle. Shared pictures of crazy kitties are the norm and we never a miss a beat telling someone about a "funny thing" our pets just did. So, Columbus, this is the perfect time to share our love of our pets with YOU! Check out some of our favorite pics of our favorite pets.

Hector & Albert (Albie) 3 Month Old Brothers We got them from Petsmart in Plain City through their adoption program. My boyfriend and I moved into a new place and decided we needed a kitty to keep us company. At first, we were just going to get one, but then we decided we would adopt a set of siblings so they could keep each other company when we go to work – BEST DECISION EVER. They get along and play together so well, & they also LOVE to cuddle and follow us around constantly. They have the best little personalities.

Kaia Anne West is 11 months old and she is the very first dog I’ve ever owned. I’ve always wanted a pure bred German Shepherd because they are such loyal dogs, attentive, and super smart. Kaia is all those things and more. She’s the best dog ever and I just love her. Except for how picky she is—cheese cubes, yogurt, and fruit every morning for breakfast! Spoiled. Also: She likes to put my cats’ heads in her mouth. And my cats like it. They will head bump her for more. I do not understand.

Magic, 5 years old, was adopted from PetPromise.

I needed a kitty of my own. I had met Magic through volunteering with PetPromise and fell in love with her silly personality. Magic is the only cat I've ever met that likes to be picked up. She likes to sit on your left shoulder and will purr loudly. She always cracks me up because her mood can turn on a dime. One minute, she'll be purring, the next, she gets overstimulated and hisses at me.

Sammy (31/2) & Aycie (11/2) Sammy is a mini hippo (1/2 Cocker Spaniel, 1/2 Shar Pei) and Aycie is a Bernedoodle.

I had lost my Shar Pei, Ginger, and wanted my other Shar Pei, Louie to have a pal, so I rescued Sammy from Holmes County. He was adorable in his pics & I fell in love with him. Aycie was the runt of his litter.

I had no intention of getting another dog, but Aycie stole my heart. Aycie came from MilFurr Kingdom Bernedoodles in Westerville.

There are so many things that I love about both of my dogs. They have their own personalities, looks, cuddles, noises, etc. But what I love the most is that they are always with me.

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Eddie Press, 11/2 years old.

From Westerville, Ohio Wright (our 5 year old) inspired us to bring him home. Turns out, he’s Kate's (our 3 year old’s) "favorite puppy".

Tyrion Lannister, 11/2 years old.

I got him from Cleveland! He is a Browns fan. I got Tyrion because I was in need of a furry companion and he was in need of a home.

My favorite thing about Tyrion is that even though he is grumpy, sassy, and sometimes a downright menace to society, he will still cuddle with me every once in a while.

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Murphy, 1year old, from a breeder in Bexley.

Being home from the pandemic helped but it was time for me to get a dog of my own! I love how funny and smart he is. Too smart for his own good!

This is Talli, my 5 year old tuxie. She quickly transitions from cuteness to cat blob. She was adopted from Columbus Humane. We had done a friend a favor by taking in a cat that needed a home, but it turned out to be a bloodthirsty demon.

That cat literally had to be sent to live on my aunt's farm, but don't worry, she's very happy there now not having to interact with humans. We had already paid the apartment pet deposit and had all of the cat stuff, so we decided to adopt a kitten.

Talli wasn't the one we went to the shelter to look at, but she was the only kitten that immediately came forward meowing and wanting attention. So we took her home. :) What I love about her: Talli likes to make people believe she's a big tough cat, but really she's a softy who loves to cuddle endlessly. She's also a weirdo who likes to lick plastic bags, play fetch, sit up like a human, and exclusively—I mean exclusively—eat cheap kibble.

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Heinrich, Giant Schnauzer, 11/2 years old.

Mandy's Giant Schnauzers in North Royalton, Ohio. Dogs bring soooo much JOY! He LOVES to snuggle!

This is Ramsey, age 12. We got him from a breeder.

My brother and dad had been begging my mom to let us get a dog for years, and finally she caved and we went out to find our perfect pup. My favorite thing about Ramsey is his lack of spatial awareness. He always wants to be up close and personal, especially when I'm cooking. He will lay right on my feet in hopes that I will drop something.

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The alternative barber shop that’s anything but clean cut.

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eihin Rhoden wields the chainsaw high above his head, and it whirs like a blackhawk helicopter in the midday sun.

It’s a January Saturday in the heart of SoHud, meaning there's some foot traffic passing by on Summit Avenue, but they’re either too confused or frightened to ask what’s going on.

And while this might sound like a zombie movie film set or one of those weird televised lumberjack competitions, it was actually the grand opening of Pyschobilly Barbershop, a new alternative barber at 2491 Summit St. that’s offering the most fun you’ll ever have at a haircut.

“We were doing our ribbon-cutting ceremony, and I couldn’t find a pair of giant scissors. I mean, where do people even get those things,” said shop owner Rhoden with a laugh. “It just fits who we are, too. We’re rock ‘n roll; we’re trying to get people to have a good time.”

The term psychobilly refers to a genre of music that blends punk rock with rockabilly, which is fitting for a musicfocused barbershop (Rhoden even used to work at nearby Used Kids Records) that hopes to one day welcome live bands into the store. →

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" " But psychobilly is also a style of haircut (also known as the psychobilly quiff or wedge) featuring a prominent shock of hair in the middle of the head, either slicked back or worn stock-straight like a mohawk, with the sides of the head almost entirely shaved. And even though Rhoden and company offer just about any haircut you can imagine, their name is also a nod to the time he spent in Rotterdam studying at Schorem, a famous “Eurotrash” barber known for their psychobilly cuts.

Oh, and they love mullets. Like, a lot.

“We’re big on them. We actually just did a March Mullet Madness, and everyone who wanted a mullet got one for free.” he said.

And the fun, infectious energy of Rhoden and his team isn’t just apparent in their whacky (and maybe a little dangerous) promo events or the speciality cuts they dole out. It’s everywhere you look inside Psychobilly Barber.

Their SoHud storefront feels a bit like a cross between a throwback punk rock venue and a hip antique store, with vintage music posters, old instruments, and even a life-sized Elvis Presley cutout adorning their brightly-painted walls. Don’t expect them to stop decorating anytime soon either.

“We’re only, I’d say, 40% finished,” Rhoden said. →

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The shop also features a row of retro barber shop chairs. One, acquired from Clifton Barbers in Cincinnati that was likely used in the early 1960’s, still has a built-in ashtray. Several others supposedly came from a Cleveland barber who would regularly cut the hair of several Cleveland Indians players. And lining the store’s rear wall is a row of wooden church pews, salvaged from a church fellowship in Hillsborough that didn’t have room for them anymore.

“Trust me,” Rhoden said, “they’re solid wood.”

Looking beyond pomade and music memorabilia, Psychobilly Barbershop also has ambitions to do more than just provide great haircuts and collect money hand over fist.

“I’ve had some bad experiences with other barber shops where they just wanted to get me in and out. When someone walked into their store, they didn’t see a person, they just saw dollar signs. Who knows if they had an awful day at work, or what’s going on with their family,” Rhoden said. “I want to be different. I see Psychobilly as a place where people can just feel welcomed, where everyone can come and hang out and be themselves.”

Plus, he added, you don’t even need hair to be included.

“I even tell my friends who are bald: Just come and hang out. We want you here, we want everybody to stop by.”♦ To learn more, visit psychobillybarbershop.com

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