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Janet Patton

Lexington Herald-Leader

Janet Patton covers restaurants, bars, food and bourbon for the Herald-Leader. She is an award-winning business reporter who also has covered agriculture, gambling, horses and hemp.

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LATEST FROM JANET PATTON

Restaurants News & Trends

Lexington coffee shop announces expansion. Where the new location will open

September 2, 2026 at 1:50 PM

Bourbon & Bars

Jack Daniel’s starts another year of sour sales. What people are drinking instead

September 2, 2026 at 8:48 AM

Bourbon & Bars

New whiskeys: Birthday bourbon, Michter’s toasted rye, Mizunara finish & more

September 2, 2026 at 8:00 AM

Bourbon & Bars

Four Roses keeps year of innovation rolling with popular annual bourbon release

Updated September 2, 2026 at 1:25 PM

Restaurants News & Trends

Beloved Lexington coffee shop announces it won’t be coming back after all

Updated September 1, 2026 at 9:39 AM

Bourbon & Bars

Big move coming for Lexington bar known for its glass-blowing studio

August 31, 2026 at 8:39 AM

Bourbon & Bars

Distillery tasting room and whiskey social club opening in downtown Lexington

August 31, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Restaurants News & Trends

Water project creates hazard for wheelchair users in Chevy Chase, restaurant owner says

Updated August 28, 2026 at 3:22 PM

Bourbon & Bars

Amid family turmoil, is Brown-Forman renewing talks on a potential merger?

August 27, 2026 at 11:01 AM

Restaurants News & Trends

Pizza, coffee, sliders: These 25 new restaurants are opening soon in Lexington

August 27, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Restaurants News & Trends

What’s new to eat and drink in Lexington this year? 45 places to try

August 27, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Restaurants News & Trends

How many restaurants have closed so far this year in Lexington?

August 27, 2026 at 4:00 AM

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