Diversity Rules Magazine

7 Diversity Rules Magazine November 2019 Columbus - Con't from page 3 it all. Guests of The Joseph get to explore The Piz- zu Collec on free of charge. The property is also located in the Short North neighborhood, so it's a great place to stay if you want to partake in LGBTQ nightlife. For dinner, check out a gay-owned restaurant in German Village called Barcelona. The tapas-style restaurant offers a large indoor dining room as well as a lovely pa o that makes you feel as if you are in Spain. I tried a variety of tapas in addi on to a delicious charcuterie board which nicely completed the white sangria. Barcelona also offers four types of paella to choose from including a vegetarian op- on. A few blocks away from the restaurant are some of the city's neighborhood gay bars including Club Di- versity, Boscoe's and Tremont Lounge. Club Diver- sity is located in a converted house and really does welcome the most diverse crowd I have seen at a gay bar in recent memory. The establishment makes everyone feel comfortable regardless of sexual ori- enta on or gender iden ty. Boscoe's is also quite unique. On the evening I vis- ited, the bar had a drag show and male strippers alterna ng performances throughout the night. The concept was actually a great idea, however I felt like the crowd was more excited about the queens. Other Columbus gay bars worth no ng include Awol, Southbend Tavern, and Cavan Irish Pub. The city also boasts many retail establishments dedicated to the LG- BTQ community. Columbus Pride is one of the largest pride fes vals in the country, draw- ing over 800,000 revelers every year and according to local sources, their pride parade is larger than Chicago's. Not a bad accomplishment for a city much smaller than Chi-Town. Plan on a ending the next fes val which is scheduled for June 19-21, 2020. History buffs will love the newly opened Na onal Vet- erans Memorial and Museum. It is the only museum in the country that honors all Veterans – from all branch- es of service, and from all eras of our na on's histo- ry of military service from the Revolu onary War to pres- ent. I was moved to tears watching videos of veter- ans telling their stories about the trials of war and the pressure it puts on their families. It really is an emo onal experience that I wasn't ready for to be honest. I have been to many museums of this na- ture, but for some reason, this one struck a chord. End your day with a meal at The Guild House, a res- taurant developed by local celebrity chef and res- tauranteur Cameron Mitchell. When you enter the restaurant, you are greeted by warm notes of color with a modern twist. I almost felt as if I was dining at a culinary version of West Elm. For starters try the Tuna Ribbons and Steak Tartare. Both presenta ons are elegant and ar ul, just like the restaurant itself. My favorite entrée on the menu was the Sea Bass served in a lobster broth accompanied by carrots, leeks, radish and chili oil. Finish off your meal with the Carrot Cake and savour Chef Mitchell's twist on the tradi onal favorite. An interes ng fact about the city is that it is home to the 3rd largest number of fashion designers in the United States, be- hind New York and Los Angeles, due to the fact that L Brands is headquartered in Columbus. Local businessman Les Wexner founded the company in 1963 and has grown the fashion empire to include brands like Vic- toria's Secret, Express, The Limited, Abercrombie & Fitch and Bath & Body Works. Although some of the brands have been spun off or sold, they have all called Columbus home. And where there are fashion Columbus - Con't on page 9

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