If you’ve been to Forecastle Festival before, you may have noticed a few changes this year at the highly anticipated return of the Louisville festival located at Waterfront Park. Let’s see how the 20th anniversary of the fest went for Hidden Louisville.

So here I am, going through the busy work week. I’m talking way too many e-mails, projects, deadlines, meetings - the works. By the time Wednesday comes around I’m feeling a bit…stressed. Just me? Surely not. Hopefully not? Anyway, that’s where Wine Down Wednesday comes in.

Here’s the thing, summer is not my season. I know that’s controversial, but I am who I am. Now fall, THAT is my season. I love the falling leaves, the cool air, the warm food, and generally everything involved in the fall season.

Before you say anything, yes I know summer is going to be over soon. The problem is i’ve been living in the moment this summer and forgot to share my favorite patios with you. Special thanks to the person that sent me a DM asking for this list and put the pep in my step I desperately needed. Consider this me asking for forgiveness, okay? So without further ado, check out this list of the 8 best summer patios in Louisville right now.

Look, i get it. It’s cold outside and i don’t take that lightly. I don’t want to be cold any more than the next person, but it’s 2020 and we’re faced with new territory. So the only way to beat that cold and still feel somewhat normal is to hit up a heated patio for all your food and drink needs.