Drinking without the booze: Zero-proof drinks continue to be popular at bars, restaurants

April 13, 2021 by Earl Hopkins in Food, Drink

As the "sober curious" craze continues to spill over to bars and restaurants across the country, Columbus residents are partaking in the rise of nonalcoholic offerings.

With local establishments such as DEMARK, VASO Rooftop Lounge, Watershed Kitchen & Bar and others adding alcohol-free options, patrons are basking in the growing shift to zero-proof spirits and prime "mocktails."

Columbus bar manager Jesse Hubbard releases recipe book inspired by 20 punk albums

March 25, 2021 by Earl Hopkins in Music

With a deep-rooted love for punk rock music and a flair for stimulating cocktails, bartender Jesse Hubbard combines his longtime passions with the release of his book titled "Punk Rock & Cocktails."

Hubbard, who is set to manage a bourbon concept bar (the name to be announced) in Grandview Heights that is slated to open in June, said the project is a love letter to his punk-rock heroes, many of whom inspired the creation of some of his most recognizable aperitifs.