Sacred Cow Tavern is one of the few restaurants in the Oak Hill Jackson neighborhood, located right outside the Newbo District in Cedar Rapids. It opened in October of 2022, serving pub-style dishes in a unique, cozy and inviting atmosphere.
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Valentine’s Day Dining in Iowa
Romance will be in the air, and plates will be overflowing with seasonal soups, pan-seared steaks and creamy cheesecakes made with love at these Valentine’s Day dining experiences in Iowa.
5 Kid-Friendly Restaurants in Des Moines
As any parent of kiddos will tell you, the value of a truly great kid-friendly restaurant is immeasurable. Fortunately, for Iowa residents and tourists, Des Moines is home to a lot of them. Here are some of the best kid-friendly restaurants to visit the next time you’re in the city.
Healthy Restaurants in Des Moines
From free-range chicken burritos with all of your favorite fresh fixings to stunning smoothie bowls decorated with edible flowers, healthy restaurants in Des Moines never disappoint.
Boujee Picnic Launches Indoor Picnics
Boujee Picnic is a luxury picnic business located in Cedar Rapids, elevating the traditional picnic experience. New in 2023, Boujee Picnic is offering indoor picnics in Marion at the West End Diner.
Fabulous People: Jolene Jungling
Jolene Jungling is the lifestyle blogger behind itsjolene.com, which launched in 2020. “I write about all things lifestyle, motherhood, wellness, beauty and style. I’m a full-time working mom but absolutely love blogging as often as I can.”
Nonprofit of the Month: The Iowa Theater
Winterset-based The Iowa Theater is a historic, multi-use nonprofit movie theater and performance space, inviting visitors and locals alike to gather and be entertained. Marianne Fons discusses what the theater means to its community and the nonprofit’s upcoming Valentine’s Day gala.
Best Brunch in Cedar Rapids
It’s impossible to pass up bottomless mimosas. Make your Sundays significantly better with the help of these hip hotspots serving up the best brunch in Cedar Rapids.
5 Spots for Mocktails in Iowa
Happy hour is the best hour. If you’re looking for a social setting and sweet sips without the hangover, these spots for mocktails in Iowa are the solution.
Coziest Places to Visit in Iowa
Whether you’re hoping to snuggle inside your home through the long winter months or unwind at a cabin retreat, you’ll be able to immerse yourself fully in the spirit of the season just about anywhere in Iowa—thanks to a number of local, cozy resorts and quintessentially romantic destinations.