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To survive the insanity of Black Friday, coffee is a must. Local coffee shop Quill’s Coffee has the perfect drink with an extra kick to keep you awake. “The Alchemist” is a latte that combines agave nectar, cocoa powder, cinnamon, and a dash of cayenne pepper. Created by one of Quill’s vegan baristas, this beverage caters to those with special dietary needs. Substituting soy milk will only add to the variety of flavor. Joanna Miller, a Quill’s barista, says this drink has become an employee favorite. “Even on a warm fall day, it’s delicious over [...]

By Lindsey McClaveGiven the fertile nature of the Bluegrass, it’s no wonder that Louisville chefs cook seasonally, changing up their menu offerings as the weather turns and the temperature shifts. As we roll into the chill of winter, we can find comfort in the soul-warming dishes we’ll begin to see on local restaurant menus. Here we highlight four dishes that put a cozy spin on an otherwise frosty season.Start with DuckLa Chasse, a French restaurant, located on Bardstown Road, recently blew out the candles on its first birthday cake, and is fast becoming a Louisville [...]

By Paige RhodesIn autumn, even the pumpkin-fixated tend to grow tired of it by the time Thanksgiving actually rolls around. This pumpkin-free Dirty Chai Cheesecake has all the autumnal flavors associated with the season and then some. The not-so-secret ingredient is espresso, giving this cheesecake the “dirty” part of its name. If you go to a coffee shop and order a dirty chai, you’ll get a regular chai tea latte with a shot of espresso. This cheesecake is that beverage in delicious dessert form. Make it as your Thanksgiving dessert and watch it disappear before the [...]