Leigh Roach
More Buds Means More Fun!
Just last October, Tam and I landed a weekday morning show on Kiss 96.9 FM every Monday through Friday from 6 to 10 am and again on...
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Leigh Roach
- May 15
Join the Buds at the Housing Fair & Expo Saturday, May 21!
Are you curious about the local housing market? Want insights to help you navigate the real estate process? Read More.
Leigh Roach
- May 1
Holy Cannoli, Desserts by Rebecca are Delicious!
If you clicked on this blog, then I can only assume you’re also a foodie like me! Read More...
Tamara Schneider
- Apr 22
Derby Hat Madness with The Hat Girls
By Intern Olivia Harper It’s nearing May and you know what that means…. the Kentucky Derby is right around the corner! For most...
Leigh Roach
- Apr 15
Chef Ouita Michel’s Holly Hill Video Series Premieres
Press Release from Chef Ouita Michel [Midway, Ky. - March 30, 2022] - Chef Ouita Michel has created a video series as an extension of the...
Leigh Roach
- Apr 14
The Part of Lexington That is Still Alive
Today is #NationalPopcornDay and there is no better way to celebrate it than at the movies. But on this day, step up your theater...
Leigh Roach
- Apr 7
Let’s Get Brewing, It’s National Beer Day!
Time to celebrate the world’s most consumed alcoholic beverage along with being the third most popular drink overall. Beer!
Tamara Schneider
- Mar 28
Raise a glass to International Whiskey Day!
By Intern Sarah McLeod It’s a day near and dear to any Kentuckian's heart...International Whiskey Day. This day was established in 2009...
Tamara Schneider
- Mar 26
Ditch the Caffeine!
By Intern Jossi Duda Tired? Need some more energy? You're not alone! According to StudyFinds.org, three in five Americans are more tired...
Tamara Schneider
- Mar 22
Adventure Awaits in Hart County!
Hart County is located in south central Kentucky and in 2020 had a population of 19,288. While it is small in population, it's big on...
Tamara Schneider
- Mar 20
National Proposal Day - Where to Pop the Question in Lex!
By Intern Jossi Duda What better day to have National Proposal Day than on the first day of spring? National Proposal Day was founded by...
Tamara Schneider
- Mar 8
International Women's Day 2022
By Intern Jossi Duda International Women’s Day is a time set aside to globally celebrate the social, economic, cultural, and political...
Tamara Schneider
- Mar 8
The Scrumptious History of Pancakes
By Intern Olivia Harper I don’t know about you guys but growing up having pancakes for breakfast on the weekends was a staple in my...
Tamara Schneider
- Mar 8
It's Celebrate Your Name Week!
This week, starting March 6th, is National Celebrate Your Name Week. My name is Sylvia, and I am one of the spring interns here with...
Tamara Schneider
- Feb 20
Five Ways to Spoil Your Pooch!
By Olivia Harper National Love Your Pet Day is here and it’s time to spoil our pooches! Being a dog mom myself, I can confidently say...
Leigh Roach
- Feb 13
The 3 Best Places to Watch the Super Bowl LVI in Lexington
Here in Kentucky, there are no professional football teams (no, the Wildcats don’t count), which leaves many people supporting NFL teams...
Tamara Schneider
- Feb 10
Super Bowl LVI Snack Frenzy
Article and photos by Intern Olivia Harper The Super Bowl is coming up and what better way to enjoy the game than with some tasty snacks!...
Leigh Roach
- Feb 10
Meet our new intern, Olivia!
Hi everyone, Olivia here! I am so excited to be interning with the Kentucky Taste Buds for my last semester at the University of Kentucky!
Leigh Roach
- Jan 31
Meet our new intern, Sarah!
My name is Sarah McLeod and I am a senior at the University of Kentucky. I was born and raised in Kentucky in a small town named Ashland, Ke
Leigh Roach
- Jan 23
Meet our new intern, Sylvia!
Hello everyone! My name is Sylvia and I am so excited to be an intern with Kentucky Taste Buds this spring.
Leigh Roach
- Jan 22
Our Favorite Places in Lex
Walt Disney World might be the happiest place on earth for kids, but for grown-ups, nothing can beat the magic of Keeneland.
Leigh Roach
- Jan 17
Meet Our New Intern, Jossi!
Hi everyone! I am so excited to be able to join the Kentucky Taste Buds team as an intern this spring semester!
Tamara Schneider
- Oct 18, 2021
Your Complete Guide to Halloween Events 2021
Goblins, ghosts and witches. Oh, my! Or maybe you say, “Goblins, ghosts and witches. Oh, boy!”. No matter your perspective on...
Tamara Schneider
- Sep 14, 2021
Falling for 50!
It’s September! Can you believe it? September means tons of fun outdoor activities like fall festivals, apple picking, visits to the...
Leigh Roach
- Sep 6, 2021
The Penthouse Experience: Live Your Best Life!
Louisville is a special place for Tam and I. So many wonderful moments have been spent in Kentucky's largest city and we have been...
Leigh Roach
- Sep 5, 2021
Five Reasons We Love Shelbyville!
Have you ever been to Shelbyville, Kentucky? Yes, you have heard of it, yes, you may have visited a distillery or the famous restaurant...
Tamara Schneider
- Sep 1, 2021
Love Horses? Equitana USA is for you!
Today is September 1, and while that means it is the first day of meteorological fall, it also means we are one month away from Equitana...
Tamara Schneider
- Aug 30, 2021
IV Vitamin Infusion Therapy - what it is and why you need it!
These dogs days of summer can be summed up in one word...HOT! If you work outside or if you attended the Railbird Music Festival at...
Tamara Schneider
- Aug 25, 2021
The Lodge at Logan Vineyards
When it comes to wedding venues, Kentucky is fortunate to have hundreds of beautiful places you can choose as the backdrop for one of the...
Tamara Schneider
- Aug 20, 2021
How to be a VIP at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center
Everyone wants to be treated like a VIP. Who wouldn't want to get special access to an event, eat amazing food and not have to wait in...
Tamara Schneider
- Aug 12, 2021
Red River Gorge-ous!
By Braxton Caudill The Red River Gorge, located amidst Daniel Boone National Forest in east-central Kentucky, is a prime location for...
Tamara Schneider
- Aug 6, 2021
The Big Kahuna of BBQ
By Braxton Caudill Trying new food destinations is one of my all-time favorite hobbies. Although the act of breaking from a preferred set...
Tamara Schneider
- Jul 23, 2021
East End Tap & Table
You know that restaurant you just love to go to time and again because they have that one thing you just adore? Whether it's a wizard...
Tamara Schneider
- Jul 20, 2021
Kentucky Festivals Galore!
By Braxton Caudill One of my absolute favorite activities to enjoy with family and friends, especially during the summertime, is...
Tamara Schneider
- Jul 15, 2021
Tolly-Ho Turns 50!
Lots of wonderful institutions turn 50 this year: Walt Disney World, the McDonald's Quarter Pounder, the Eagles, and even me and Leigh! ...
Leigh Roach
- Jul 2, 2021
Fireworks Frenzy!
The 4th of July is quickly coming upon us and I cannot wait to celebrate with my friends and family. There are so many fun activities that..
Tamara Schneider
- Jul 1, 2021
4th of July Festivities in Central KY
By Alannah Molenda 4th of July weekend is here, and we’ve got some things for you to add to your “to-do” list with family and friends!...
Tamara Schneider
- Jun 23, 2021
Kentucky Summer Cooldown
By Braxton Caudill It's official! Summer officially started on June 20th and we are ready to celebrate here in Kentucky. Everyone has...
Tamara Schneider
- Jun 15, 2021
What to get Dad?
Father's Day is right around the corner and the question is, "What do I get Dad this year?". You're in luck because we have a few gift...
Leigh Roach
- Jun 14, 2021
Lux Row Distillery - A New Era in Bourbon
Kentucky is obviously home to timeless distillers such as Woodford Reserve, Makers Mark and Jim Beam...
Tamara Schneider
- Jun 9, 2021
Best Friends Challenge
By Alannah Molenda Hi, Besties! It’s National Best Friends Day and nobody celebrates like the Buds… For Tam & Leigh, every day is Best...
Leigh Roach
- Jun 8, 2021
Versailles, Kentucky - Why I Love My Hometown
During my time in college, meeting and conversing with countless new faces, the topic of hometowns was always common. I have met...
Leigh Roach
- Jun 6, 2021
Why I Chose Higher Education
June 6th is National Higher Education Day. This day is an event to celebrate and encourage accessibility to higher education. This day...
Leigh Roach
- Jun 4, 2021
Environmentally Friendly Activities You Can Do Around Lexington
n honor of June 5th being World Environment Day, I have come up with some fun activities that you can do with your friends and family in...
Tamara Schneider
- Jun 3, 2021
Celebrating National Donut Day!
By Alannah Molenda June 4th is National Donut Day and you’d be crazy not to celebrate! One thing Lexington, Kentucky is not lacking is...
Leigh Roach
- Jun 3, 2021
Five Things to Love About Marietta, GA!
Article Written by Morgan Boyd The best thing about visiting or moving to a new state is getting to explore new places and things that...
Leigh Roach
- May 23, 2021
Our Newest Intern: Braxton Caudill
Hello readers! I am so happy to announce that I have joined the Kentucky Taste Buds team as an intern this summer!
Leigh Roach
- May 21, 2021
Our Newest Intern, Morgan Boyd!
My name is Morgan Boyd, and I am from Marietta, Georgia. If you are not familiar with the Atlanta area Marietta is about 45...
Tamara Schneider
- May 9, 2021
Motherhood has come a long way, Baby!
By Alannah Molenda First off, I wanna start by saying Happy Mother’s Day to all of the awesome moms out there! This is my first Mother’s...
Tamara Schneider
- May 6, 2021
Mother's Day Gift Ideas
All mothers deserve some recognition on Mother's Day, and really every day in our opinion. They do so much! Especially over this past...
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