Last night was the grand opening of the rooftop patio at 8UP Elevated Drinkery and Kitchen. This gorgeous space is equipped with fire pits, several bar areas, various seating choices, and not to mention the sprawling views of this gorgeous city. Although it was a chilly January night, the warmth of the fire made the event so comfortable I didn't have to wear my coat. Even with the cold night air whipping at our faces all anyone could do was laugh and enjoy this wonderful n

Before their grand opening, 8UP put a call out on social media for all of Louisville to come to their soft opening. Advertising free food at a new local restaurant in Louisville is like the sound of a can being opened in a cat ladies house... hectic doesn't even begin to describe it. The response from the city was swift and in a few hours all available reservations were full. However, I was lucky enough to snag a spot at the lounge where their small bites menu was availabl