It's gratifying knowing that major publications expound on the pleasures of dining at the English Grill; nice knowing that our city has such a noteworthy restaurant. I've never supped myself in the "rarified confines of ... one of the finest restaurants in the nation" (according to Forbes Traveller).

I have a few addictions in life, some cheap (York patties) and some not (international travel). And then there are those in between that can keep me from my travels — namely sushi. I could eat it every day for the rest of my life.

When my husband and I traded our rental in the Highlands for home ownership in the ‘217 we knew what we were giving up – among other pleasures, the ability to walk to a sushi dinner. So I was giddy when the sign went up late last fall on Preston Highway announcing a sushi restaurant opening soon. Sushi on Preston! The dreary no-man’s land of day-labor, fast food and dry cleaners south of Eastern Parkway would finally offer more than a quick route to the airport.

Louisville Metro Animal Services invites you and your four-legged buddies down to the riverfront at the Brown-Forman Amphitheater (next to Tumbleweed) for a furry good time on September 4th from 5 until 8:30 pm.

During this free pet-friendly event, guests and their pets can mingle and meet other owners and animals while enjoying a happy hour atmosphere! There will be booths with pet-related information, supplies and gifts, upscale food and beverages along with cocktails and BBC beer. Live music will also be a part of this waterfront celebration.