Cape is definitely a pet-friendly town! There are many places that welcome pets including restaurants and parks. Local wineries Hunter Valley Winery and River Ridge Winery offer ample outdoor seating areas and often have live music on the weekends and welcome the furry members of your family. Katy O’Ferrells Irish Pub and Restaurant’s sidewalk seating ... Read More
Spring is upon us and so is #EarthDay. What better way to celebrate this day than going outside! We have put together a list of Cape day-trip destinations to help you celebrate. Trail of Tears State Park Head to Trail of Tears to enjoy some hiking and fresh air. This state park has 3,415 acres ... Read More
“Peace is its own reward.” – Mahatma Ghandi Life can be a chaotic whirlwind, especially during times like these when we’re all facing a pandemic. Often times, we don’t let ourselves lay back and relax or take time to find peace. Did you know that your mental and emotional health heavily factor into your ... Read More
There aren’t that many things you can apply the phrase “since the beginning of time” to, but red wine comes pretty close – right down to the Ancient Egyptians, who detailed how to produce wine in their tomb paintings. If you’re a red wine lover, you probably already know the benefits of drinking it – from ... Read More
Take a deep breath and just enjoy life. There’s likely never been a better time for all of us to take that advice. Research has long proven that relaxing is good for us, lowering stress levels, boosting energy and relieving tension – along with a host of other benefits that help us function better. ... Read More
Looking for a quick, cabin-fever busting getaway this winter? We’ve got you covered with a weekend full of local wine and beer, performing arts, fine dining and more so you can shake off those winter blues in Cape Girardeau to escape from the ordinary for a little while. Start your Friday with a leisurely meal ... Read More
Area wineries are gearing up for autumn with calendars full of cozy events and menus packed with seasonal selections. Here’s what you can expect at wineries close by Cape Girardeau this fall. Apple Creek Vineyard and Winery Apple Creek Vineyard and Winery is located on it’s namesake about 20 minutes from Cape Girardeau in Friedheim, ... Read More
The calendar says February, but the weather forecast says Spring! Here are four ways to soak up this unseasonably warm weather while it lasts…. Downtown Stroll Grab a cup of coffee (Dynamite and Cup N’ Cork both have great cups of Joe) and meander around historic downtown Cape Girardeau under sunny blue skies. Pop in ... Read More
Sunshine, flip flops and popsicles call for their own kind of wine, don’t they? Cape Girardeau area wineries embrace the warm weather with these summery wine picks! Apple Creek Vineyard & Winery Kick back on one of the decks overlooking Apple Creek and taste summer in a bottle with Apple Creek Vineyard & Winery’s Blackberry ... Read More
Spring has arrived, and what better way to celebrate the warmer weather and sunny skies than at a winery around Cape Girardeau! Here are five wineries to check out and some of my favorite things at each. 1. Apple Creek Winery & Vineyard It’s tough to beat the view at Apple Creek Winery & Vineyard, ... Read More
