For the past 13 years, the Best of NKY has celebrated all that Northern Kentucky’s communities have to offer. From brunch to barber shops, we love celebrating the businesses of this community. Thousands of people voted in the 2024 Best of NKY competition and during the in-person event May 2 at the Newport Car Barn. NKY Magazine readers voted for their favorites in 173 categories, and we are excited to bring you this year’s winners. We asked all of our winners why they thought they won their category, and we included a selection of their responses in the following pages. The sponsor was Jolly Plumbing Drains Heating & Air, and the community partner was meetNKY.
Auto
Auto New
Tom Gill Chevrolet Florence
7830 Commerce Drive, Florence 859-371-7566, www.tomgill.com
Auto Parts
Reitman Auto Parts
6810 4 Mile Road, Melbourne
859-635-2127, www.reitmanautoparts.com
Auto Repair
Don Baxter Auto Repair
9574 Alexandria Pike, Alexandria 859-635-4000, www.donbaxterauto.com
Auto Used
Advantage Used Cars
9216 Alexandria Pike, Alexandria 859-908-0183, www.advantage-usedcars.com
Car Wash
Mikes Car Wash
Multiple locations including Fort Wright
(488 Orphanage Road)
859-426-4055, www.mikescarwash.com
Custom Auto
Scott Rod Motorsports
859-512-3579, www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558186773018&mibextid=LQQJ4d
Motorcycle Repair Service
Sick Fish Cycles
5736 Limaburg Road, Burlington 859-817-1001, www.sickfishcycles.com
Sick Fish Cycles in Burlington is a motorcycle dealer selling Indian and Harley-Davidson models, as well as offering parts and repair services. Jason Bass, owner of Sick Fish Cycles, has evident passion for motorcycles and about his business.
“Do you eat, sleep and breathe motorcycles…or would you if you could?” he says “If so, you’re just like us! Here at Sick Fish Cycles, we go everywhere with our motorcycles. Yes, even the restroom. Nothing compares to the freedom we get riding on an open road with our friends (don’t tell our partners that). Our fondest memories have all started and ended with riding our motorcycles so it’s fair to say, we are quite passionate about our wheels.”
Sick Fish Cycles hopes to build the largest and coolest community of bike-lovers who share the same passions. That’s why Sick Fish hosts so many events like the Friday Night Bikes and other bike nights at Voodoo Brewing in downtown Cincinnati.
Motorcycle Shop
Sick Fish Cycles
5736 Limaburg Road, Burlington 859-817-1001, www.sickfishcycles.com
Oil Change
Tire Discounters
Multiple locations including Newport
(115 Pavilion Parkway)
859-547-1495, www.tirediscounters.com
Towing Service
Jude’s Custom Exhaust and Towing
5323 Madison Pike, Independence 859-356-9200, www.judesautoshop.com
Beauty
Esthetician
Emily’s Esthetics Skin Care Clinic
600 Rodeo Drive, 2nd Floor, Erlanger 859-995-2510, www.emilysestheticsclinic.com
Hair Salon
Faith & Allen Salon
2834 Town Center Blvd., Crestview Hills
513-581-7749
www.instagram.com/faithandallensalon/
Makeup Artist
House of Faces
20 N. Grand Ave., Ste 200, Fort Thomas
859-638-5653
www.facebook.com/HouseOfFacesNKY
Manicure/Pedicure
Heather’s Nails
8170 Mall Road, Florence
859-466-4161, www.heathernails0212.com
MasterStylist
Jenny Marie – Blush Salon Spa
8537 US Highway 42, Florence
859-371-2587, www.blushsalonky.com
Blush Salon Spa in Florence believes that “your beauty is our passion,” and Best MasterStylist winner and Blush Salon Spa owner, Jenny Marie, knows this.
“I am honored to have received this, but I truly don’t feel there is any Best MasterStylist,” Jenny Marie says. “Every single one of the stylists at Blush could have received this along with so many others in NKY. There is a ‘best stylist’ for each guest. I would like to share this with all the amazing stylists in NKY! Thank you for the support and love.”
At Blush, the team uses high-end products from Oribe, Kevin Murphy, Moroccan Oil, Halo Couture and Iles Formula. Jenny Marie has a team of 18 stylists, estheticians and lash artists, plus Gwen, the official emotional support dog of the office.
Each of these stylists (and Gwen) will be there for any service you book, whether that’s a cut and color, facial, full set of lashes or hair extensions. Zero Gravity Med Spa also has its second location at Blush and offers injectables like wrinkle reducers and fillers and a weight loss injection program.
Place for a Spa Day
Sweet Serenity Massage and Salt Therapy
9910 C. Berberich Drive, Florence 859-371-7258, www.sweetserenitysalt.com
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Skincare Clinic
Bellava Aesthetics
2834 Town Center Blvd., Loft 24,
Crestview Hills
859-462-8025, www.bellavaaesthetics.com
Tattoo Artist
Hannah Eddy – Invisible Hand
712 Madison Ave., Covington
859-545-9966
www.instagram.com/hannaheddytattoo
Tattoo Studio
Iron Crow Tattoo
264 Main St., Florence
859-429-7877, www.ironcrowtattoo.com
Drink
Bar
Blaze Cigar Bar & Lounge
515 Monmouth St., #101, Newport 859-412-1979, www.blazecigarlounge.com
Bourbon Selection
Blinkers Tavern
318 Greenup St., Covington
859-360-0840, www.blinkerstavern.com
Blinkers Tavern in Covington believes that dining out should be an experience that “engages all of your senses.” According to the tavern’s website, that’s why the staff creates dishes that not only taste amazing, but also look and smell incredible. “We believe that every meal should be a celebration and strive to make every visit to our restaurant a memorable one,” its website says.
You can dine at Blinkers inside or on one of its two patios, and the restaurant is open for lunch and dinner and brunch on the weekends. Blinkers is known for its steaks, as evidenced by its 11 straight years of winning “Best Steak,” but the tavern’s menu also includes pastas, fish, burgers, soups and salads.
“At Blinkers we celebrate the spirit of horseracing and delicious food served in an upscale casual setting,” Sandy Meyer, owner of Blinkers Tavern, says. “Our trendy steakhouse is excited to have been voted ‘Best Steak’ of Northern Kentucky for 12 years and Best Bourbons. We feature USDA beef, fresh seafood, pastas and burgers as well as a full bar. Our staff is known to be super friendly, and we appeal to all ages and budgets.”
Brewery
Alexandria Brewing Company
7926 Alexandria Pike, Ste 1, Alexandria
859-694-6999
www.alexandriabrewingcompany.com
Happy Hour
Honey Hole Bar and Grill
7501 Alexandria Pike, Alexandria 859-694-4018
www.facebook.com/honeyholebarandgrill
Independent Coffeehouse
Velocity Bike and Bean
7560 Burlington Place, Florence 859-371-8356
www.instagram.com/velocity_bikeandbean
Sports Bar
Smoke Justis
302 Court St., Covington
859-814-8858, www.smokejustis.com
Wine Store/Tasting
Ripple Wine Bar
4 W. Pike St., Covington
859-261-0004, www.ripplewinebar.com
Entertainment
Bowling Alley
Strike and Spare Erlanger
510 Commonwealth Ave., Erlanger 859-727-2000, www.strikeandspare.com/erlanger
Crafting Classes & Workshops
Baker Hunt Art and Cultural Center
620 Greenup St., Covington
859-431-0020, www.bakerhunt.org
Crafting Classes & Workshops
The Little Art House
654 Highland Ave., Ste 23, Fort Thomas 859-391-5780, www.thelittlearthouseky.com
Festival
St. Barbara’s Rocktoberfest
Saint Barbara Church,
4042 Turkeyfoot Road, Erlanger
www.stbarbaraky.org
Golf Course
Pendleton Hills
317 Country Club Drive, Butler
859-472-2150, www.pendletonhills.com
Live Music
Gangsters Dueling Piano Bar
18 E. 15th St., Newport
859-491-8000
www.gangstersduelingpianobar.com
Museum
Behringer-Crawford Museum
1600 Montague Road in Devou Park, Covington. 859-491-4003, www.bcmuseum.org
Theatre
The Carnegie
1028 Scott St., Covington
859-491-2030, www.thecarnegie.com
Family
Birthday Party Location
Sherlock’s Escape Rooms
Multiple locations including Florence
(7916 Connector Drive)
859-533-3618, www.sherlocksescaperooms.com
Dance/Theatre Instruction
Studio Dee
3420 Valley Plaza Parkway, Fort Wright 859-261-3337, www.studiodeenky.com
Daycare Center
Skidaddles
8660 Bankers St., Florence
859-647-7529, www.skidaddles.com
Education
Mind Over Matter Kids
2510 Dixie Highway, 2nd Fl, Ste 6, Fort Mitchell 859-655-5514, www.mindovermatterkids.com
Family Fun Entertainment
Newport Aquarium
1 Aquarium Way, Newport
800-406-3474, www.newportaquarium.com
Gymnastics Center
Top Flight Gymnastics
721 Centre View Blvd., Crestview Hills 859-344-1010, www.topflightgymnastics.com
Martial Arts
McClendon Martial Arts
8109 Alexandria Pike, Alexandria 859-307-9717, www.mcclendonmartialarts.com
Music Instruction
Viva Voices Choral Organization
P.O. Box 15051, Covington
www.vivavoices.net
Established in 2021, Viva Voices Choral Organization provides affordable, high-quality choral experiences for children, youth and adults. There are the children’s choir, youth chorus, chorale (a community choir for all adults), chamber ensemble (a small select choir of adult singers) and Singers, a new professional choir coming soon.
“What sets Viva Voices apart is our commitment to excellence and affordability,” Tony Burdette, artistic director and founder of Viva Voices, says. “Our singers get a world-class musical experience at a fraction of the cost of other similar programs.”
Burdette previously led Voices of the Commonwealth, a highly regarded community chorus in Northern Kentucky that he founded. Voices of the Commonwealth grew to 75 singers and performed at Carnegie Hall, the Kennedy Center and in Cambridge, England.
Based in Covington, Burdette’s new venture Viva Voices attracts singers from across the Tristate. Choirs rehearse in 10-week sessions followed by thrilling public concerts.
“We all need something that unites us,” the organization’s website says. “We believe music has the power to connect all people with the common goal of bringing beauty and joy to our world.”
Photographer
Jennifer Lynn Pictures
64 W. Pike St., Covington www.jenniferlynnpictures.com
Preschool
Hands to Minds Early Learning Center
2390 Burlington Pike, Burlington 859-586-0123, www.handstominds.net
Real Estate Agency
The Cindy Shetterly Team
7210 Turfway Road, Florence
859-743-0212, www.sellingkyandoh.com
Real Estate Agent
Nick Foltz – Pivot Realty Group
1717 Dixie Highway, Floor 8, Fort Wright 513-401-6462, www.nickfoltz.com
School Spirit (K-12)
Crescent Ridge Academy
2625 Anderson Road, Crescent Springs 859-331-3725, www.crescentridgeacademy.org
Summer Camp
NKU Music Preparatory
Northern Kentucky University, School of the Arts, Nunn Drive, Highland Heights 859-572-7737, www.nku.edu/academics/artsci/about/SchoolOfTheArts/programs/music/about/musicprep.html
Swim Lessons
Bear Paddle
4012 Seligman Drive, Florence
859-982-5330, www.bearpaddle.com
Toy Store
Stoney’s Etc
323 W. 6th St., Covington
859-655-9571, www.facebook.com/stoneys323
Food
Bakery
Emerson’s Bakery
Multiple locations including Independence (4147 Madison Pike)
859-356-3800, www.emersonsbakeryky.com
BBQ
Four Mile Pig
7962 Alexandria Pike, Alexandria 513-802-6923, www.fourmilepig.com
Breakfast/Brunch
The Hive
480 Erlanger Road, Erlanger
859-495-5655, www.thehiveerlanger.com
Burger
Bender’s Pub Grub
7926 Alexandria Pike, Alexandria 859-908-0019, www.benderspubgrub.com
Catering
Barleycorn’s Select Event Catering
1072 Industrial Road, Cold Spring
859-512-5400
www.barleycornsselecteventcatering.com
Chef
Ken Durbin – The At Home Chef
859-640-6958, www.theathomechef.com
Ken Durbin’s culinary journey began in his grandmother’s kitchen, where he learned to cook at a young age. “This formative experience sparked a passion for cooking that I nurtured over the years,” Durbin says.
At 36, Durbin, who is known as Chef Ken among those who know him well, decided to leave a corporate career to pursue his passion for cooking full-time and enrolled in culinary school. Three years later, he established The At Home Chef.
“As the founder and CEO of The At Home Chef, I specialize in creating bespoke fine dining experiences in the comfort of your home, designed to forge unforgettable memories,” he says. “Our esteemed clientele includes top executives, renowned musicians and professional athletes from the NFL and MLB.”
Chef Ken develops custom menus for his clients and uses local products and sustainable practices to create an experience they won’t soon forget. “When the details matter, trust The At Home Chef,” his website says. “Pamper yourself. Eat well. Enjoy life.”
Chinese Cuisine
Casual Chinese
88 Carothers Road, Newport
859-431-2900, www.casualchinese.com
Cupcakes
Sugarmill Sweets
15 Pete Neiser Drive, Alexandria
859-786-3359, www.facebook.com/sugarmillsweets
Dessert
Little Flour Baked Goods
2479 Dixie Highway, Fort Mitchell 859-341-2253, www.littleflourbakedgoods.com
Little Flour Baked Goods is a custom order bakery located in the heart of Ft. Mitchell that has been featured on Wedding Wire and The Knot. Owner and founder Elizabeth Hughes opened the bakery inspired by the classic recipes of her grandma, Mimi.
“We use only fresh ingredients: butter, sugar, eggs, flour and vanilla,” Hughes says, “Most of our recipes were passed down from my grandmother.”
Hughes enrolled in the Midwest Culinary Institute after raising her two children in order to cultivate her culinary and pastry arts skills. According to Little Flour’s website, Hughes shared her baked goods with friends in the Ft. Mitchell community and demand grew quickly. Starting her own bakery, Hughes’ dream, was the next logical step.
Little Flour Baked Goods offers custom cakes, cookies, corporate logo cookies and school logo cookies, as well as brownies, lemon squares, macarons, cupcakes, chocolate chip cookies and a variety of other sweets. Custom designs are available, but the bakery also encourages people to walk in and purchase from our long list of delicious baked goods available Tuesday through Saturday.
Donuts
Moonrise Doughnuts
Multiple locations including Crescent Springs (2513 Ritchie Ave.)
859-360-6643, www.moonrisedoughnuts.com
Family Dining
Bourbon House Pizza
Multiple locations including Newport
(100 Aqua Way)
859-261-2610, www.bourbonhousepizza.com
Fast Casual
Highland Square Cafe
654 Highland Ave., Fort Thomas 859-441-2233, www.highlandsquarecafe.com
Fine Dining
Tousey House Tavern
5963 N. Jefferson St., Burlington 859-586-9900, www.touseyhouse.com
Food Truck
Chameleon Ice
504-400-4953
Fresh Catch (Seafood)
Knotty Pine on the Bayou
6302 Licking Pike, Cold Spring
859-781-2200, www.theknottypineonthebayou.com
Fried Chicken
Boomtown Biscuits & Whiskey
9039 US Highway 42, Ste H, Union
859-384-5910
www.boomtownbiscuitsandwhiskey.com
Gluten – Free Options
Sub Station II
7905 Dream St., Florence
859-471-9490, www.substationflorence.com
Ice Cream
Dreamy Whip
3020 Washington St., Burlington 859-534-0318, www.dreamywhip.com
Italian Cuisine
Camporosso
2475 Dixie Highway, Fort Mitchell 859-331-0155, www.camporosso.com
Mexican Cuisine
Mi Cozumel
Multiple locations, including the soon-to-open 7484 Turfway Road in Florence 513-407-8111, www.micozumel.com
Patio Dining
Barleycorn’s – Lakeside Park
2642 Dixie Highway, Lakeside Park
859-331-6633, www.barleycorns.com
Pizza
Poseidon’s Pizza Company
Multiple locations including Florence
(8640 Haines Drive). 859-869-0056 www.poseidonspizzacompany.com
Restaurant
The Greyhound Tavern
2500 Dixie Highway, Fort Mitchell
859-331-3767, www.greyhoundtavern.com
Soup/Salad
Highland Square Cafe
654 Highland Ave., Fort Thomas 859-441-2233, www.highlandsquarecafe.com
Steak
Blinkers Tavern
318 Greenup St., Covington
859-360-0840, www.blinkerstavern.com
Sub/Sandwich Shop
Bill Finke and Sons
1502 Amsterdam Road, Fort Wright 859-261-8899, www.facebook.com/FinkesMarket
Sushi
Wabi Sabi
508 Madison Ave., Covington
859-399-6503, www.wabisabisushinky.com
Vegetarian
Sake Bomb Sushi/Korean BBQ
3072 Dixie Highway, Ste 100, Erlanger 859-331-1186, www.sakebombcatering.com
View from a Restaurant
The Metropolitan Club
50 E. Rivercenter Blvd., Covington 859-491-2400, www.metropolitanclub.net
Wings
Knuk-N-Futz
5468 Taylor Mill Road, Taylor Mill 859-261-9464, www.knuknfutz.com
Health
Acupuncture
Leila Urgent Care
2940 Hebron Park Drive, Ste 101, Hebron 859-534-0914, www.leilatele.com
Chiro
Performance Chiropractic
419 Licking Pike, Ste B, Wilder
859-360-0664, www.nkychiropractor.com
Dentist
Peter Family & Cosmetic Dentistry
2025 Declaration Drive, Independence 859-429-1327, www.peterfamilydentistry.com
Fitness Center
Jazzercise Union Fitness Center
1597 Cavalry Drive, Union
859-391-0339
www.jazzercise.com/studio/ky/union-fitness-center
Fitness Class Instructor
Ashley Klein – Pure Barre Ft. Wright
3420 Valley Plaza Parkway, Fort Wright 859-331-8600
www.purebarre.com/location/fort-wright-ky
Health Food Store
Better Blend
8181 Mall Road, Florence
859-777-2565
www.betterblend-smoothies-bowls.com
Home Health Care
Homewatch CareGivers of Northern Kentucky
71 Cavalier Blvd., Ste 216, Florence 859-927-3566
www.homewatchcaregivers.com/northernkentucky
Massage Therapist
Erica Laaker – Northern Kentucky Medical Massage
2221 Memorial Parkway, Street Level Entrance, Fort Thomas
859-545-0775, www.nkymedicalmassage.com
Medical Facility
BenchMark Physical Therapy
Multiple locations including Hebron
(3065 N. Bend Road, Ste C)
859-267-2293, www.benchmarkpt.com
Medical Spa
Dermalounge
723 Buttermilk Pike, Crescent Springs 859-360-5842, www.mydermalounge.com
Mental Health Agency/Practice
Mainspring Wellness & Counseling
520 Greenup St., Covington
859-349-0700, www.mainspringnky.com
Optometrist
Primary Eye Care
1821 Florence Pike, Ste 1, Burlington 859-586-3937, www.primaryeyecare.net
Orthodontist
Quast Orthodontics
320 Thomas More Parkway, #102, Crestview Hills. 859-341-9400, www.quastorthodontics.com
Pediatric Dentist
Kelty McLaurin Pediatric Dentistry
1809 Alexandria Pike, Ste A, Highland Heights 859-781-1500, www.teeth4kidz.com
Pediatrician
Pediatric Associates
Multiple locations including Cold Spring
(175 French St.)
859-341-5400, www.pediatricassociatesnky.com
Personal Trainer
Jimmy Mounce – R.C. Durr YMCA
5874 Veterans Way, Burlington
859-534-5700, www.myy.org/location/rc-durr-ymca
Pharmacy
Cherokee Drug Shoppe
6439 Taylor Mill Road, Independence 859-356-3121, www.drugshoppeinc.com
Yoga Studio
OM8 Collective
7500 Oakbrook Drive, Florence
859-297-3888, www.om8collective.com
Pets
Animal Rescue
The Tristate Noah Project
www.tristatenoahproject.com
Groomer
Doggie Paddles
10248 Dixie Highway, Florence
859-586-0634, www.doggiepaddlesllc.com
Pet Daycare & Boarding
On Point Pet Resort
3215 Cougar Path, Hebron
859-795-0770, www.onpointpetresort.com
Pet Store
4 Hounds Gear & Grooming
339 W. Pike St., Covington
859-261-7297
www.4houndsgearandgrooming.com
Locally owned and operated 4 Hounds Gear & Grooming in Covington is a one-stop shop for pet grooming and supplies.
Christopher Davis, 4 Hounds owner and groomer, says that its philosophy is simple. “We want to help you have healthy, happy, engaged pets on the inside and outside,” he says. “As pet lovers, we are passionate about what we do.”
The shop has products for all pet needs, including high-quality nutritional foods and treats. Toys are also sold, which are sure to keep your animal active and engaged (while burning that seemingly never-ending energy). Bowls, waste bags, collars, raincoats and more are also for sale.
Grooming services include baths, haircuts and nail trims for dogs and cats. Grooming is very important for your furry friend to find fleas and ticks, prevent discomfort, prevent ear issues and check for health issues. The 4 Hounds staff, who are all pet lovers, will treat your pet like their own.
“Our staff is friendly, informative and helpful,” Davis says. “We are here to answer your questions and provide solutions. Our own pets have used or eaten everything we sell, so we can help you provide your pet with the best life.”
Vet
Riverview Animal Hospital
40 Donnermeyer Drive, Bellevue 859-912-7060, www.riverviewpets.com
Places
Apartment Community
Roebling Row Apartments
240 Greenup St., Covington
877-376-1709, www.roeblingrow.com
Event Space
The Stables Entwined Event Venue
2777 California Crossroads, California 859-630-1053, www.stablesentwined.com
Farmer’s Market
Bellevue Farmers Market
Bellevue Beach Park,
643-665 Frank Benke Way, Bellevue www.bellevueky.org/bellevue-farmers-market
Fitness Trail
Devou Park Trails
1201 Park Drive, Covington
859-292-2160
www.exploredevoupark.org/back-trails
Hotel/Motel
Marriot Rivercenter Covington
10 W. RiverCenter Blvd., Covington 859-261-2900, www.marriott.com
Park
Big Bone Lick State Historic Site
3380 Beaver Road, Union
859-384-3522
www.parks.ky.gov/explore/big-bone-lick-state-historic-site-7807
Place for a Picnic
Boone County Parks
859-334-2117
www.boonecountyky.org/departments/parks/our_parks.php
Place for an Instagram Photo
Revival Vintage Bottle Shop
5 E. 8th St., Covington
859-479-2676, www.revivalky.com
Place to have a Wedding
The Prickel Barn
14112 Walton Verona Road, Verona 859-740-7800, www.theprickelbarn.com
Services
Accounting/CPA
Baker Business & Tax Solutions
7405 Burlington Pike 201, Florence 859-657-1873, www.bbtsllc.com
Alterations
Sew Lovely
233 Thomas More Parkway, Crestview Hills 859-905-0244
www.facebook.com/p/Sew-Lovely-100086375801383
Balloon Decor
Emily Wren Party Planning
www.facebook.com/p/Emily-Wren-Party-Planning-100090724430083
Bank Credit
Stock Yards Bank & Trust
Multiple locations including Highland Heights (2635 Alexandria Pike)
859-547-4900, www.syb.com
Barber Shop
Breakroom Barbers
11067 Clay Drive, Walton
859-493-4025, www.breakroombarbers.com
Cabinetry
Custom Cabinetry & Countertops Granite World
1450 Dixie Highway, Park Hills
859-371-7444
www.customcabinetryandcountertops.com
Carpet Cleaner
Stanley Steemer
800-783-3637
www.stanleysteemer.com
Computer Repair
Tech Castle
4314 Boron Drive, Covington
859-282-4982, www.techcastle.com
Concrete
LK Concrete
711 Monte Lane, Covington
859-916-9454, www.lkconcreteservices.com
Construction
Hermes Construction Co.
8 Girard St., Florence
859-781-7198, www.hermesconstructionco.com
Door/Window
All the Work for Me LLC
812-571-3016, www.alltheworkforme.com
Dry Cleaner
Widmer’s
Multiple locations including Erlanger
(3074 Dixie Highway)
859-344-6900, www.widmerscleaners.com
Electric
Premiere Electric
859-635-2376
www.premiereelectriccompany.com
Exterminator
Perfection Pest Control
9967 Old Union Road, Union
859-525-8560, www.perfectionpest.com
Fence Installation
SK Contracting LLC
859-445-6502, www.skcontractingllc.com
Financial Planner
Aaron Seyfried – Waddell & Reed Financial Advisors
12 Orphanage Road, Ste 200, Fort Mitchell 859-331-1915, www.aseyfried.wradvisors.com
Florist
Art Floral
11 Orphanage Road, Fort Mitchell 859-331-8155, www.artfloralonline.com
Frame Shop
Framed NKY
2519 Ritchie Ave., Crescent Springs 859-781-2233, www.framednky.com
Funeral Home
Chambers & Grubbs Funeral Home
Multiple locations including Walton
(45 N. Main St.)
859-344-5000, www.chambersandgrubbs.com
Heating and Air Conditioning
Arlinghaus Plumbing Heating & Air Conditioning
40 Cave Run Drive, Erlanger
859-955-8566, www.arlinghausair.com
Home & Business Organizing Service
RevampT Spaces Organizing Services
Independence
859-429-1989, www.revamptspaces.com
Home Builder
Blue Valley Designer Homes and Custom Remodels
859-408-6165, https://m.facebook.com/people/Blue-Valley-Designer-Homes-and-Custom-Remodels-LLC/100086511030996/
Home Remodeler
JLH Customs
Erlanger
513-225-1811
www.facebook.com/Jlhcustoms
Individual Repair Service
Niceley’s Appliance Repair Inc.
11 Price Ave., Erlanger
859-342-9900, www.niceleys.com
Insurance Agent
Alex Shelton – AssuredPartners
513-475-3318
www.assuredpartners.com/alexshelton
Interior Designer
Danielle Harris – T.O.B. Design Firm
3075 Dixie Highway, Edgewood
859-283-0077, www.tobdesignfirm.com
T.O.B Design Firm is a nationally recognized and award-winning interior design firm based in Northern Kentucky. Danielle Harris is a full-service designer well equipped with a vast variety of furniture, fabrics and accessory vendors for all of your residential and commercial design needs.
According to T.O.B’s website, its goal is to “create a personalized environment that resonates and enhances how you live.” T.O.B believes in the basic principles of good design but also on pushing through boundaries, employing creativity and innovation solutions for your family or business.
The locally owned and operated design firm has worked on both commercial and residential spaces in Indiana, Missouri and Georgia, as well as Kentucky and Ohio. The firm was started in 1986 by Danny and Joy Perkins and their daughters, Macara Carsley and this year’s Best Interior Designer winner, Danielle Harris, who joined after graduating with interior design degrees. The family business has only grown over the past 30 years.
Landscaper
A&A Lawncare & Landscaping
7765 Foundation Drive, Florence 859-384-0266, www.aalawns.com
Law
Law Offices of Shannon C. Smith
406 W. 6th St., Ste 2, Covington
859-667-1204, www.scsmithlaw.net
Lawn Care
Next Level Lawn Care, LLC Union
859-803-9271
www.facebook.com/NextLevelLawnCareLLC
Local Dumpster Rental
College Hunks Hauling Junk and Moving Florence
7964 Kentucky Drive, Ste 12, Florence 859-208-1235
www.collegehunkshaulingjunk.com/florence
Locksmith
Advance Lock Service, Inc.
7357 Burlington Pike, Florence
859-525-7862, www.advancelock.net
Lumber
Boone Kenton Lumber & Building Supply Co.
3219 Crescent Ave., Erlanger
859-727-3700, www.boonekentonlumber.com
Mortgage
OnPoint Home Lending
2912 E. Gallatin St., Burlington
859-282-0220, www.onpointhomelending.com
Moving Services
Big Blue Moving
401 Dudley Terrace, Florence
859-608-2583, www.bigbluemovingky.com
Plumber
Jolly Plumbing, Drains, Heating and Air
101 Beacon Drive #1, Wilder
859-287-4542, www.jollyplumbing.com
Pool Service
Pure Green
14194 Dixie Highway, Crittenden
859-279-1010, www.facebook.com/PureGreenNKY
Power Washing Company
Big Blue Pressure Washing
Florence
850-657-1896
www.bigbluepressurewashing-ky.com
Retirement Community
Rosedale Green
4250 Glenn Ave., Covington
859-431-2244, www.rosedalegreen.org
Roofing
Tim Cocco Roofing & Restoration
859-609-3852, www.timcoccoroofingky.com
Tire Center
Don Baxter Auto Repair
9574 Alexandria Pike, Alexandria 859-635-4000, www.donbaxterauto.com
Travel Advisor
Untangled Escapes Travel
818 Veirs Road, Butler
859-620-2950, www.untangledescapestravel.com
Tree Care
Kremer Tree Service
612 Steffen Road, Alexandria
859-635-9663, www.kremertreeservice.com
Windows
Triangle Cleaning Service
859-581-4422, www.trianglecleaningservices.com
Shopping
Antiques
Motley Home
5975 N. Jefferson St., Burlington 859-412-1293, www.motley-home.com
Bike Shop
Reser Bicycle Outfitters
648 Monmouth St., Newport
859-261-6187, www.reserbicycle.com
Bookstore
The Hidden Chapter Bookstore
118 N. Fort Thomas Ave., Fort Thomas 859-442-0118, www.thehiddenchapter.com
Bridal Shop
Donna Salyers Fabulous-Bridal
20 W. 11th St., Covington
859-291-9222, www.fabulousbridal.com
Clothing Store
Ape Made It Boutique
715 Fairfield Ave., Bellevue
859-360-1544, www.apemadeit.shop
Consignment Shop
Julie’s Inspiration Consignment Shoppe
608 Main St., Covington
859-291-8200, www.juliesinspiration.com
Custom Apparel
Southern Trade Company Embroidery & Boutique
8123 Connector Drive, Florence 859-869-0122, www.shopsoutherntrade.com
Farm Equipment
Cornerstone Equipment
Multiple locations including Dry Ridge
(3545 Dixie Highway)
859-359-0148, www.kycornerstone.com
Furniture Store
Faded Finds
654 Highland Ave. in Highland Plaza,
Fort Thomas
859-609-0920
www.facebook.com/heidisfadedfinds
Garden Center
Highland Garden Center
2227 Alexandria Pike, Highland Heights 859-441-6200, www.facebook.com/p/Highland-Garden-Center-100063686197509
Grocery Store
Kremer’s Market
755 Buttermilk Pike, Crescent Springs 859-341-1067, www.kremersmarket.com
Hardware
Crescent Springs Hardware
2460 Anderson Road, Crescent Springs 859-341-0800, www.cshdwe.com
Jeweler
Monmouth Jewelers
108 Pavilion Parkway, Newport
859-261-0295, www.monmouthjewelers.com
Place for Appliances
Hagedorn’s Appliances
4432 Dixie Highway, Erlanger
859-279-1636, www.hagedornappliance.com
Place for Home Accessories
Serendipity for the Home
8345 E. Main St., Alexandria
859-694-3200, www.serendipityforthehome.com
Shopping Center
Crestview Hills Town Center
2791 Town Center Blvd., Crestview Hills 859-341-4353, www.crestviewhillstowncenter.com
Special Gift Shop
Celestial Scents Candles, LLC
305 Crossroads Blvd., Cold Spring 859-360-8225, www.celestialscentscandles.com
Thrift Shop
Secret Sister Boutique
5975 N. Jefferson St., Burlington www.facebook.com/secretsisterboutique
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