Buying Local

What exactly does that mean? Is it buying produce at your farmers market only? Eating regional cusine? Checking out your ingredients everywhere you eat?? Only shopping at stores that aren't chains???

I think it's all on the right track. With the economy they way it is, I think even the littlest help for your local businesses can go a long way. SO in an effort to get you thinking local, I am going to share a short list of my favorite local businesses in South Central Kentucky.

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1. Rozella's Pizza
The WEBSITE: www.rozellaspizza.com
My thoughtst: Delish. It's pretty sketchy on the outside of the building but I think that's just a front. The pizza options are endless and the ham they use for the Hawian is sooooo good!

2. LuLu's Fine Home Furnishings & Little LuLu's
The WEBSITE: www.lulusfinehomefurnishings.com
My thoughts: What a great way to buy home items! Everything is consignment but it's ONLY HIGH END CONSIGNMENT. The policy is the same for the children's store next door. It's RL, Kelly Kids, Rothschild, Bailey Boys, TH and such. Save yourself some money and shop at LuLu's. As an added bonus, I work here on the weekends soooo come see me! **Find them on FB too!**

3. Bella Salon and Spa.
The WEBSITE: www.bellabg.com
My thoughts: Holy Cow this place is divine. The services are more ($$) than say, Fantastic Sams, but as far as legit salon's go- It's pretty afforable. The Massages are excellent and the ethstetitian (sp??) they have on staff is really skilled and you can rest at ease while she works on your eye brows.

4. Lucy's Fine Gifts.
The WEBSITE: www.lucysfingifts.com
My thoughts: Any place that sells L. Pulitzer is perfection in my book. They offer a personalized bridal AND baby registry so go in and take a look at all the high quality items they have to offer!

5. The Great American Doughnut Shop (GADS)
The WEBSITE: No website BUT you can find them at www.urbanspoon.com
My thoughts: This is a staple for late night WKU study breaks, early morning stops on the road to work and mid day sweet cravings. The doughnuts are exceptional in quality and vast in variety. The owner is a wonderful man who loves familiar faces. Stop in and make a friend at GADS today! I know it's rough on your waistline but life is all about moderation...and it's too short to skip doughnuts!

What are some of the hot spots in your area that make you proud of your town?
Coach and I are hoping to travel some this coming winter and into the spring so we would love to hear about any amazing places that might inspire a trip!

Love & Peace!