Curio in Columbus

Simple, rustic place settings ideal for socializing

Though my sister’s graduation party at Curio was quite awhile ago, memories of the flavorful food, extensive drink menu, great service, and eclectic party room still linger. Curio is the sister creation of Harvest Pizzeria, and it’s perfectly tucked away inside Columbus’ quaint German Village. We booked the speakeasy’s private room upstairs, and were treated to an extra long table, family-style servings, ethereal music selection, and a handcrafted “Silver Dollar Pony” signature cocktail that was a fitting toast to my sister’s newly awarded equine medicine degree. Make this a must-see during your next culinary adventure in Ohio’s capital.

A colorful olive assortment starter

Our well-equipped drink station

One of the many cheeky vintage touches throughout the room

Harvest Pizzeria sausage and fennel with a local microbrew pairing

A cute way to serve up some straws

A definite highlight of the meal: butterscotch budino

Graphic wrapping paper suitable for a veterinary medicine grad

The end of the Silver Dollar Ponies...

...with plenty more where they came from

Glowing Glass

After reading this post, I immediately became jealous of a best friend in Seattle who can easily visit the Dale Chihuly exhibit at the Space Needle. Because I won’t be able to check it out with her, I revisited some of my personal photos from past shows in Phoenix and Columbus. If you're also not able to visit Chihuly's latest installation in person any time soon, I hope you enjoy my memories of the artist’s amazing, ornate glass tucked in among the landscapes of other locales…. 

PHOENIX, ARIZONA 

COLUMBUS, OHIO