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Thanksgiving pie picks and order deadlines
A sweet treat from Minton’s is the apple of our pie. | Photo courtesy of Minton’s
We’ve told you where to dine or carry out on Thanksgiving. Now, we’re moving on to the sweet stuff — dessert. With Turkey Day just around the corner, there’s still time to snag a pie (or two) from these local bakers before orders close.
We’ve all heard the saying, “desserts spelled backwards is stressed,” but with all the local bakeries and sweet spots around Lexington, that feels like an easy fix. Say goodbye to stress and hello to these restaurants + bakers still accepting orders for Thanksgiving pies.
Pumpkin, apple, and pecan top the charts for most popular pies nationwide.
Photo courtesy of Instacart.
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Did you pass the test? Food & Wine magazine studied Thanksgiving 2024 Instacart trends to give you Kentucky’s most popular pie. Nationally, the reigning champs are pumpkin, apple, and pecan, but tastes have proven to vary regionally with chocolate pie as Kentucky’s winner. (Food & Wine)
Closing
Dumplings Noodles, a local Chinese restaurant, announced it will be permanently closing the evening of Sunday, Nov. 16, according to a social media post. The business is offering a 20% discount for customers who visit today, tomorrow, or their final day of service.
Cause
Goldenrod Tattoo and a local artist are collaborating to support Lexington students this holiday season. Through a limited-time sticker sale and tattoo giveaway, proceeds will help stock food pantries at Jessie Clark Middle and Lafayette High’s Family Resource Centers. (FOX 56)
Development
Kentucky State Parks are getting a winter refresh. With $130 million in state funding, several parks — including Lake Cumberland, King Lake, and Carter Caves — are being renovated to update rooms, facilities, and infrastructure. You can still enjoy all that Lexington’s green spaces have to offer during the off-season upgrades. (LEX 18)
Arts
Kentucky’s growing film industry is making its mark. Since launching in 2022, the state’s film incentive program has drawn more than 250 productions and created 27,000 jobs. With up to 35% in tax credits, officials say it’s attracting new talent — and bringing Kentucky natives back home to film. (WKYT)
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Shop
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Drink
Bourbon lovers, this one’s for you: Lexington Bourbon Week is back now through Sunday, Nov. 16, featuring exclusive cocktails from 20+ local restaurants and Kentucky distilleries. Download the app, check in at participating venues, and win prizes — presented by Give 270’s Whiskey Wednesday raffles.*
Wellness
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The Buy
As temperatures continue to fall, we’re leaning into our cold-weather essentials. Here are three we absolutely swear by:
👖 Really good fleece-lined leggings with pockets. The thermal lining delivers extra warmth without compromising on stretch and breathability.
🛌 A top-rated long sleeve pj set for maximum comfort and coziness during fall and winter nights.
✋ A pair of rechargeable handwarmers with three temperature settings and up to 36 hours of battery life. Bonus: They include a portable charging case for power on the go.
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The Climate Prediction Center’s latest seasonal outlook is in: Lexington can expect a rainier winter than usual. Now through January, precipitation is predicted to trend above average. Translation: Don’t forget a rain jacket when you head to this month’s top events.
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