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february 2012 eastern columbus

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THE CITYS BEST SALONS & BARBERSHOPS.

C
olumbus is home to a diverse group of business owners and leaders within our community that represent almost every industry. Yet, the hair industry has stood alone over the generations as one of the most unifying and uplifting. Salons & barbershops dually provide much needed job & entrepreneurship opportunities for young and experienced alike. They also provide us with much needed information
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about the people, places, & things around us. As a part of this inaugural issue of The Daily Biz, we would love to get your input on Columbus finest shops online at dailybizmagazine.com. Be sure to visit now, vote for your favorite salon/barbershop or even add one that weve missed. Here are a few of our favorite local hair salons & barbershops so far. Enjoy!

Strand Cafe Ultra Salon 1129 N. High Street (614) 299-2614 Owner: Chris Crump This cozy salon located in the Short North neighborhood between Downtown and The Ohio State University is perfect for students or professionals working in the area. Owner, Chris Crump, is an experienced stylist with a creative flair. She regularly brings in local djs to add to the atmosphere of this commissiononly salon and is never one to limit the potential of her business. Strand Cafe is home to an eclectic mix of new and experienced artists ready to serve any beauty need. Find more online at their website, strandcafesalon.com. Walk-ins are welcome. KiEssence Grande Salon 2301 S. Hamilton Ave (614) 866-5454 Owner: Kisha & Stephen Calloway As one of the largest salons on Columbus south side, KiEssence spares no expense in providing the absolute best for its stylists and their customers. Owners, LaKisha & Stephens experience in the hair industry has led them to create an amazing upscale & full service salon with 12 styling booths, 8 barber chairs, 2 massage rooms and 4 areas for nail techs. This salon also features a rec area with multiple flat screen tvs and pool table. Be sure to contact them now for a walkthrough and more information. They currently have two styling booths and four barber chairs available.
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Synergi Salon 3443 E. Broad Street (614) 231-2463 Owner: Karen Gary Located at the edge of Whitehall & Bexley, Synergi is the place for all of your natural hair needs. Owner, Karen has more than 20 years experience and offers free workshops to clients on any & every hair topic. Unlike many other salons, Synergi carries its own product line with $3 off every refill that you bring back. Karen believes the reason for her teams success is great customer service. They strive to teach women to do their own hair and have them in & out of the door in under an hour. Perfect for kids, visit Synergi any MonWed for a $25 wash & trim. Oohs & Ahhs Hair Design 2539 Franksway St. (614) 755-8790 Owner: Byron Woods With more than 21 years of experience, Byron Woods knowledge of what it takes to create and develop a successful salon is more than evident when visiting his place of business. Oohs & Ahhs located a stones throw away from Eastland Mall features an impressive lobby area that opens to a large loft like room with 12 styling booths and a pool table. Byron prides himself in providing his stylists with a high traffic location that benefits both skilled & new operators. Visit Oohs & Ahhs today and be sure to ask about their two openings available for booth rental.
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Mais Beauty Salon 1492 Morse Road (614) 433-0510 Owner: Tony & Mai Lam Tony & Mai Lam have operated their full-service salon in Columbus for more than 10 years. Recently renovated, Mais is most well-known for their eyebrow & eyelash services but also offer hair, nail, makeup, spa & facials. The Lams frequently attend international hair & nail shows around the country in order to keep tabs on the latest trends and technology. We expect to visit New York City, Chicago, Palm Beach, & Fort Lauderdale, mentions Tony. Walk-ins are welcome, but expect up to an hour wait on weekends. Call ahead or book your appointment online to avoid the traffic. tdb!

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BODY IMAGE
For the past three years, Body Image by Jackie Richardson in Gahanna has lead the way in changing the hearts and bodies of men and women throughout Columbus. Owner & lead trainer, Jackie and her team work with each client to determine personal weight loss goals that not only help drop pounds but shape and tone physiques as well. Unlike other gyms and workout centers, Body Image holds each client accountable for sticking to the program - insuring results. We dont just teach people how to lose weight, exclaims Jackie. We show them how to maintain what they lose. Visit Body Image online (b-image-fit.com) or call their gym after 4pm Monday-Friday to sign up now, 614-478-3882.
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ENAS CARIBBEAN
When speaking of Enas Caribbean Kitchen, youre truly speaking of a family affair. Going strong for 13 years, Ena Hayles and her family has truly lead the charge for Caribbean cooking in Columbus. Most well-known for their oxtails and jerk chicken, Enas offers a number of other excellent dishes including red snapper, curry chicken, & their amazing beef patties. Ena and her son Marlon who manages their Cleveland Avenue location pride themselves in providing the very best. She boasts, We sample everything and cook it all from scratch. Our motto is if we dont eat it ourselves, we dont serve it to the customers. Enas Caribbean Kitchen is located at 2444 Cleveland Ave., 614-262-0988.

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SOLE CLASSICS
To put it simply, Dionte Johnson & the guys at Sole Classics carry the sneakers that you wont find anywhere else in Columbus for both men and women. Their collection includes the best from Nike, Nike Quickstrike, Vans Vault, Reebok and Adidas Originals. If youre looking for the latest Air Maxs or LeBrons, this is the place to find them. Sole Classics also carries an assortment of head gear and streetwear like tees, snapbacks, hoodies, and outerwear from a myriad of brands. 10 Deep, The Hundreds, Crooks & Castle, Stussy, Play Cloths, and Acapulco Gold are just a few of the brands they offer. Sole Classics is located at 765B N. High St., 614-299-2290.
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EVENT PHOTOS

New Years Eve at Suite 143

The Gentlemen of Suite 143 brought in the New Year fabulously at their sheek downtown loft/lounge spot. A number of local socialites and trendsetters were in attendance including Rich Garrett, Brandi Lanea, Rich Wise, Halle Malcomb, & Alecia Shipe. The evening was sponsored by Media Diamond & C. Wise Entertainment with music by DJ Fundamentals. Photos by Marshall Short (soulotheory.com)

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College Night at Questions Niteclub

Questions held their weekly event for local students from area colleges & universities including The Ohio State University, Columbus State, Ohio Dominican & Ohio Wesleyan. National Pan-Hellenic Council student members of Alpha Phi Alpha, Delta Sigma Theta, Iota Phi Theta, & Alpha Kappa Alpha were also in attendance. Photos by Marshall Short (soulotheory.com)

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