From over-the-top, boozy milkshakes to Insta-worthy boba spots and zombified sips, the following are five fun drink spots to visit in Iowa.
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Border Hop: Galena’s Fried Green Tomatoes
Fried Green Tomatoes, located in historic Galena, is an inviting restaurant serving up the finest steaks, seafood, pasta and an outstanding wine selection. The restaurant offers multi-level dining and has a number of accolades to its name, making Fried Green Tomatoes a must when visiting the Illinois city.
Summer Vacation: Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa
With nearly 7,000 acres of pristine countryside, Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa is a one-of-a-kind Midwest destination, located just outside the historic Galena, Ill. This golf and spa resort is an ideal spot for a family vacation, a trip away with friends or a romantic getaway with your partner.
Hilton Des Moines Downtown
Hilton Des Moines Downtown, centrally located in Downtown Des Moines, is a modern hotel offering an ideal spot to enjoy all the nightlife, restaurants and entertainment that area has to offer. It is also located a few blocks from the Iowa Events Center, the Historic East Village and Simon Estes Riverfront Amphitheater.
Fabulous People: Katie Lipsett
Katie Lipsett of Cedar Rapids is the owner of Hello Digital, a social media marketing company with a purpose of helping other businesses grow through content marketing and advertising on social media.
Restaurant of the Week: Barrel House
Barrel House, located in the heart of Downtown Cedar Rapids, is only a few blocks from all the major theaters and entertainment venues in the city, including TCR, McGrath Amphitheatre, the Paramount and the Alliant Energy Powerhouse. Barrel House is an upscale tavern pub that has a little something for everyone, including 16 beers on tap and daily specials.
Historic Iowa Downtowns
Iowa’s rich history is riveting, and its antiquated beauty can still be cherished in many of its captivating historic downtown settings. Update your bucket list and transport back in time this summer by making a trip to a historic Iowa downtown.
Fabulous People: Elli Jennings
Elli Jennings is a real estate agent with Jennings Real Estate Team, a family-run real estate company servicing Central Iowa. “We like to support local and showcase what we love about living and making a home in Iowa.”
Restaurant of the Week: Textile TapHaus
Residents of Atkins and surrounding Iowa communities have a new local restaurant to enjoy: Textile TapHaus. Textile TapHaus opened May 2 and is the third installment under the Textile brand, after Textile Brewing Company in Dyersville and The Corner Taproom in Cascade.
5 Places to See Live Music in Iowa
Whether it’s blues, country or classic rock, there’s nothing better than enjoying a bite and a beverage with live music to amplify the atmosphere. Don’t miss out on your chance to enhance your evening with live music in Iowa.