The Lou Review

In this episode of The Lou Review Podcast, meet Catherine Mac Dowell, local owner and creator of two restaurants. Both Naive and Nostalgic have their own unique concepts that elevate the Louisville food scene. Hear from the mind behind the masterpiece, and I think you’ll see why she was featured in Forbes as well as StyleBluprint as the FACE of Louisville!

Have you ever been on a walking tour of Whiskey Row in Louisville, KY? Drew Shryock is a font of knowledge. Hear about is new venture: Whiskey Row Walking Tour.

The day I joined he regaled us with stories of Bourbon History as it grew on Whiskey Row over the centuries. We also stopped in for three tastings on this tour. Barrels & Billets, Evan Williams, and Buzzard’s Roost.

If that sounds “right up your alley” book here:

https://www.whiskeyrowwalkingtour.com/

In this episode of the Lou Review podcast, meet Trey Harris, special events manager at the Jim Beam Distillery. whether you want to schedule a private tour for a few friends, or a large wedding on the expansive grounds, Trey is the man who can make it happen. Email him at [email protected]

Meet Eric Wentworth and JD Mitchell, creators and owners of Modica - the first superfood mocktail & cocktail mixer! Hear their story on this episode of The Lou Review podcast. Find Modica at a store near you or order online at: https://www.drinkmodica.com/

On this episode of The Lou Review podcast, meet Megan Jones, COO of Rivers Edge Venue & Rentals. https://riversedgevenueandrentals.com/

Meet Bobby Paisley, new executive director of the Brain Injury Alliance of Kentucky. He shares why this is a cause close to his heart and the work they are doing across the state. You can sign up for their spring Run, Walk and Roll (formerly BIAK Walk)

$25 until Sunday, April 30

$35 After Monday, May 1

Friday, May 12, 2023

Packet Pickup for Registered Participants

5pm – 7pm

Tom Sawyer Park

Saturday, May 13, 2023

Day of Race Registration: 7:00am – 8:15am

Race Time: 8 am

Open to the Public

The Brain Injury Alliance of Kentucky (BIAK) will be hosting its first Big Event of the year: the Run, Walk, and Roll for Brain Health on Saturday, May 13, 2023. The event will include options of a 5k run or a 1-mile run/walk/roll. More than 1,000 participants are expected to run, walk, and roll individually or in teams to raise brain injury awareness. The BIAK is a statewide nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for individuals impacted by brain injury.

“Brain injury is more common than you might think,” said Bobby Paisley, the new Executive Director of BIAK. Approximately 35,000 Kentuckians sustain a brain injury each year, which is roughly double the national average! Brain injury occurs suddenly, without warning, and devastates families. The BIAK steps in to support people and families who have experienced brain injury and this event both supports the work of the BIAK and offers an opportunity for socialization and recreation. I truly couldn’t be more excited about this event and look forward to making it a Louisville staple for years to come”.

Event information and Registration - https://p2p.onecause.com/biak23

Exciting Event Details Include:

5k run/walk

1 mile run/walk or roll

Best team t-shirts contest

Best team spirit contest

Food Trucks

DJ

Bouncies and games

AND MORE

The Brain Injury Alliance of Kentucky is a statewide nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the quality-of-life people experience after brain injury. BIAK has grown to become the premier source of information, education, advocacy, prevention, service, and support for Kentuckians affected by brain injury. Biak has relationships with healthcare providers who introduce their patients to us close to injury onset. We complement medical treatment with services that will help them navigate the difficult journey ahead.

In this week's episode of The Lou Review podcast, meet Kim Holsclaw. Kim is the marketing director of the Louisville Chapter of Blessings in a Backpack. Started here locally, Blessings in a Backpack has become a well-known, national organization that provides school children with nutritious food to take home for the weekend.

Later this week, Celebrity Chefs for Blessings in a Backpack – Pack the Sack 2023 is scheduled for March 11 at The Olmsted, and this year the annual fundraiser is better than ever. Those who purchase tickets can expect world-class food from Food Network stars Darnell “SuperChef” Ferguson and Damaris Phillips, plus the winner of Best Baker in America, Jackie Joseph. 

During the event, guests can mix and mingle with the chefs throughout the night. Attendees can also participate in live and silent auctions, including a Bourbon Pull and Wheel of Chance that help fundraise for the Blessings in a Backpack - Louisville Chapter.  

Funds raised during the event will be used to provide nutritional food to school-aged children in Louisville – some who may otherwise not eat until they return to school on Monday.

To purchase tickets to Celebrity Chefs for Blessings in a Backpack – Pack the Sack 2023, visit https://blessingsinabackpack.ejoinme.org/packthesack2023; however, further support beyond the day of the event is always welcome. 

Those interested in contributing to helping end hunger for kids on the weekends can visit the link for more ways to donate: https://louisville.blessingsinabackpack.org/ways-to-donate/

Meet Heather Wibbels, the Cocktail Contessa and Managing Director of the national association: Bourbon Women. Hear her origin story as she came from a spiritual background into crafting award-winning cocktails with Kentucky’s signature spirit. Read her book “Bourbon is my Comfort Food” and learn more at: https://www.cocktailcontessa.com

In this week’s episode of The Lou Review podcast, meet Barbara Sivells, co-owner of Shack in the Back BBQ restaurant.

Shack in the Back opened its doors in 2006 and has grown to become one of the area’s best loved BBQ restaurants. This family owned and operated restaurant serves traditional BBQ favorites including pulled pork, pulled chicken, green beans, baked beans and mac-n-cheese. The restaurant is most famous for their legendary turkey ribs with specialty dipping sauce. Shack in the Back offers catering services for parties, weddings and get togethers of all sizes. Shack in the Back has been featured in “The Kentucky Barbecue Book” by Wes Barry and “Road Trip Eats 101 Ya Gotta Eat Here Places Across Kentucky” by Gary P. West. To learn more visit https://shackinthebackbbq.com/ or like us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/shackinthebackbbq

In this week’s episode, The Lou Review podcast features guests Tisha Gainey & Trevor Cravens. Hear their story of how they met and teamed up to create annual craft beer festivals such as Tailspin Ale Fest. Their year-round services from Crowler Catering, Thirst Aid pop up bar in a reclaimed ambulance and subscription boxes came out of pandemic pivots. Tailspin Ale Fest celebrates its 10th Anniversary in 2023 – Winter Warmer Beer Festival

Presented by Cox’s and Evergreen Liquors

Benefiting the HOP Foundation

Saturday, March 4, 2023

VIP – 2pm-7pm

General Admission 3pm – 7pm

Louisville Executive Aviation at Bowman Field

General Admission - $55 + Fees

VIP tickets - $80 + Fees

Designated Driver and Shuttle Tickets Available for $15 + Fees

Louisville, KY - - Let’s cheers to 10 years of the #1 local beer festival, also ranked in the Top 10 Beer Fest in the US by USA Today Reader’s Choice Poll. Tailspin Ale Fest will take off at historic Bowman Field Airport.