Columbus has a funny way of making my wallet feel more confident than it really is. I can head out for a simple meal, fully prepared to behave, and somehow end up with a full plate, a happy mood, and enough cash left over to pretend I planned it that way.
One of my favorite local habits is turning a regular errand run into a food crawl, because this city keeps rewarding curiosity with meals that cost less than they taste.
I have ducked into tiny counters, neighborhood classics, and no-fuss lunch spots expecting a quick bite, then walked out acting like I had just uncovered a personal financial strategy disguised as lunch…