INFOGRAPHIC

INFOGRAPHIC Hometown Hidden Gems

Let Backdrop's staff take you on a tour of their hometowns.

BY ELEANOR BISHOP | INFOGRAPHIC BY ASHLEY LAFLIN

SWEET TOOTH COTTAGE: POWELL, OHIO

This bakery is owned by the parents of an Ohio University student. Their cookies are better than Cheryl's Cookies and the designs are immaculate. -Abby Neff, associate editor

MAC AND JOE'S: OXFORD, OHIO

Mac and Joe's is the longest standing restaurant in Oxford. They serve a variety of common bar foods and have popularized mac and cheese balls. The wall art, food and drinks all make for a fun night in town. -Maya Meade, social media and events

JOLLY'S DRIVE-IN: HAMILTON, OHIO

This seasonal drive-in hot dog and root beer stand is famous for their delicious root beer which can be bought by the gallon. -Ashley Laflin, creative director

THE CIRCLE: COPLEY, OHIO

The circle is the center of our town and the setting for a lot of events and gatherings. In the summer they host concerts here where the whole community can come together and listen to music. - Ellie Habel, photo editor

THE GIANT DANCING HARES (A.K.A. THE BUNNY HILL): DUBLIN, OHIO

In the middle of a local park stands this giant hill with a spiral sidewalk leading to a giant sculpture of three dancing bunnies. They are at least 20 feet tall, and when you approach them you will notice the random household items lodged in the statue, such as scissors, gloves and a typewriter.

-Julia Greenwood, designer

FIELD OF CORN: DUBLIN, OHIO

The Field of Corn, sometimes called “Cornhenge,” is a sculpture in the middle of my hometown. The rows of cement corn are definitely a sight to see when visiting. -Helen Widman, assistant managing editor

JUNGLE JIM'S: FAIRFIELD, OHIO

One of the world's largest international grocery stores, with tons of unique attractions. This massive store has literally almost any food you could want from anywhere in the world. -Katie Hawkinson, marketing director