Wednesday, July 12 2017

Hi, Columbus. It's Madeline.

I'm a huge fan of tacos. I think I've visited Condado Tacos four out of the last six weekends, and I'm not sure I'm proud to admit it. Even though I'm mildly obsessed with Condado, I'm always open to suggestions to curb my taco cravings. Something about a tortilla full of meats, cheeses, veggies, and salsa speaks to me on an otherworldly level.Our intern Tess has tried nearly every taco joint in town. I was so grateful that she decided to share her knowledge with our readers, and therefore me.

Navigator full story: Do You Love Tacos? Here Are The 10 Best Places In Columbus 

The Rundown:Weather: 91. 10% chance of rain. Partly cloudy.To do: Land Grant's hosting a fundraiser for RESCUEDohio. 20% of all drink sales will be donated to the rescue. Come out to visit with adoptable dogs. The shindig will last from 3:30 p.m. until 10 p.m. Details here.

Navigator Originals:9 Things That Definitely Mean You Were A 1990s Columbus KidSo I must admit, most of my memories of the 90s consist of watching Rugrats and collecting nearly every Beanie Baby in existence. But I totally remember being in awe of the glass-encapsulated elevators in City Center as a tot. Can you relate to the eight other things on the list, too?The 2017 Wedding Superlatives: Entertainment EditionMusic sets the mood, so wouldn't you want a mood to fit your wedding? Well, never fear! Chelsea's rounded up the best entertainment to have at your wedding. These DJs and bands will do everything from jam out to hit songs to invite the bride and groom to join them on stage. Oh Hai-ppy Day! Hai Poké Will Open Their Short North Location In AugustHai Poké, the sensational island-inspired street food that has taken over the Short North, will be opening up their own location. By the end of the summer, lovers of the bowls full of rice and fresh seafood will be doing a happy dance.What Is Smart Columbus And Why Does It Matter?Nora's laid out all the info on exactly what Smart Columbus is and why it matters. Did you know that in 2015 a total of 78 cities applied to be a part of the U.S. Department of Transportation's program? Seven cities were selected, and Columbus was one of them!Ranchero Kitchen Is Your Go-To For PupusasWhat is a pupusa you ask? It's a handmade corn tortilla filled with chicken or pork, cheese, beans, or other fillings. They're hard to find in Columbus but look no further. Ranchero Kitchen has them and the restaurant just reopened at 984 Morse Rd.SOOIE! Ray Ray’s Is Officially Open For Business In WestervilleRay Ray's Hog Pit just opened up their first permanent location in Westerville. You can find their fall-off-the-bone ribs at 5755 Maxtown Rd. Nothing says summertime like barbecue!

The Wednesday Conversation:Chocolate lovers can celebrate because the new Winan's location at the Columbus Commons is open for business. You can swing by to get your sweets Monday through Thursday, from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., Friday and Saturday, from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m., and on Sunday, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. [CU/Sega]Mirror Lake at OSU has been drained for a major makeover. By the time the project's finished, the Ohio State University will have spent over $8 million on the renovation. The revitalization addresses both safety and sustainability concerns. Now that the water's been drained, it's raising the question: why was the bottom of the lake made out of bricks? [Columbus Business First/Knox]Ohio Sweet Corn is finally back in season! The weather's been a little unpredictable this year so different farmers are yielding different amounts of the crop. You can expect to start seeing Ohio Sweet Corn in a farmer's market near you. [Dispatch/Abraham]

Longread for your lunch break, (well, sort of):Don't have time to sit down and read? I know I can't find the time to as often as I'd like. That's why I've fallen in love with podcasts. They can keep you updated on the news, tell you a story, teach you new things, all while you drive to-and-from work.

So, I'm a total nerd and I love myths and legends. That's why I was so excited when I discovered the Myths and Legends Podcast. Every Wednesday they release a new episode telling one story or another. You can listen to it on their website or find it wherever you subscribe to podcasts.Podcast: Myths and Legends

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