Ohio Local Favorites 2021

We asked interesting, influential and creative Ohioans to share a few of their favorites in areas related to their expertise. Picks range from the best places for night-sky photos and great southeast Ohio adventures to delectable desserts in Dayton and creative capital-city breakfasts. So, whether you’re a bird-watcher, an art lover or a someone just looking for ideas to make the most of the year ahead, you’re sure to find something to love here. 


Night Sky Photos
Cleveland photographer Matt Shiffler shares a few of his favorite places for starry nights. Click here for 3 Great Ohio Spots for Night-Sky Photos.


Appalachian Adventures
Marietta Adventure Co.’s Ryan Smith shares a few outdoor favorites in his hometown. Click here for 3 Spots for Outdoor Adventure in Appalachian Ohio.


Birding Spots
Author and Oak Harbor resident Kenn Kaufman shares a few of his favorite Ohio locations. Click here for 3 Great Ohio Birding Spots.


Fishing Faves
Fisheries educator Tory Gabriel of Ohio Sea Grant shares his advice on where to cast a line. Click here for 4 Favorite Fishing Spots Along Lake Erie.


Cincy Food Startups
Mortar founder Derrick Braziel shares a few spots that the program has helped launch. Click here for 3 Great Cincinnati Food Startups.


Gem City Desserts
Mandy Muller offers a tasty tour of Dayton with her Instagram feed focused on foodie finds. Click here for 4 Delicious Dayton Desserts.


Capital City Breakfasts
Columbus food blogger Nicholas Dekker offers a few of his favorite places for a morning bite. Click here for 3 Great Columbus Breakfast Spots.


Amish Country Eats
Cottonwood Shanty shop owner and Millersburg native Alyssa Eliot shares some of her go-to spots. Click here for 3 Amish Country Food Finds.


Ohio Instagram Feeds
When it comes to great recommendations, the locals know all. Here are three great accounts focused on a particular area of expertise. Click here for 3 Ohio Instagram Accounts You’ll Love.


Kid-Friendly Finds
Westerville mom and entrepreneur Jennifer Sanger shares a few of her favorite local places for little ones. Click here for 3 Kid-Friendly Finds Near Columbus.


Ohio Sweatshirts
When you want to show your Buckeye State spirit and stay warm, Celebrate Local has you covered. Click here for 3 Ohio Sweatshirts You’ll Love.


Columbus Art Spots
Artist April Sunami shares places where you can find great art beyond the walls of a museum. Click here for 4 Columbus Art Galleries and Studios You'll Love.


Vintage Decor
Michael Free II, owner of Fremont's Dillon House, offers a few great spots for eclectic finds. Click here for 3 Great Ohio Spots for Vintage Decor.