Food + Beverage

Your Table, Their Talent

Host the party of your dreams, thanks to Platesfull Article by Megan Marshall | Photography by Platesfull Platesfull makes booking a private chef quick and easy. Whether you’re planning an intimate dinner for two or a milestone celebration for 30, the platform puts a personalized culinary experience right at your fingertips. It was born from the vision of Co-Founders Sheela Rodrigues and Sharon Kuriakose, who saw a gap in the market. Together, they dreamed up a full-stack, AI-powered...

Food + Beverage

Pour & Explore

Broaden your horizons with the Whiskey Fox platform and events Article by Megan Marshall | Photography by Myke Toman For Andy Ozenne and Patrick Jones, designing the Whiskey Fox app has been a dream and a labor of love. Guest insights have shaped its evolution from a digital tasting log into a platform offering educational content and palate-based personalization. They’re just getting started helping people grow their whiskey IQ and explore flavors with confidence. “The platform is not just...

Food + Beverage

A Safer Way to Savor

Support gluten-free bakers and makers through tasting events with Gluten Guru Article by Megan Marshall | Photography by Gluten Guru For 18 years, Lisa Bevins was a stay-at-home mom. But with her daughter, Pepper, heading off to college, Lisa could see the empty nest looming and knew she needed a new purpose. The idea struck: What about creating a dedicated gluten-free tasting room? Since Pepper was diagnosed with celiac disease a decade ago, their family has navigated a gluten-free...

Food + Beverage

Baked with Heart

Discover the care behind Noble Delights Bakery’s custom cakes Article by Megan Marshall | Photography by Myke Toman Once a therapeutic hobby for Regina Noble, baking eventually became something much bigger. She naturally progressed toward turning her passion into a business. With so many people eager to try her confections, Noble Delights Bakery continued growing, fueled largely by word of mouth. One of Regina’s proudest moments was opening her storefront. People showed up in droves for the...

Food + Beverage

Eat, Sip, Celebrate!

Dig into the best of Tex-Mex at Blue Agave in their dining room or on their spacious patio Article by Megan Marshall | Photography by Myke Toman At Blue Agave, elevated Tex-Mex meets bold, made-from-scratch flavor in a locally owned neighborhood favorite. Open Tuesday through Sunday, they serve classic dishes with delicious twists. “My personal favorite for dinner is the carnitas enchiladas. It’s my number one recommendation to first-time guests,” says owner Tasha Miller. “We have our...

Entertainment

Serving Up the Perfect Hangout

Delight in the fresh approach to food and fun at PickleDilly’s Article by Megan Marshall | Photography by Myke Toman Apex Pickleball Clubs is a premium indoor pickleball destination where players can enjoy the game at their own pace or jump into a packed calendar of events and competitions. And when it’s time to refuel, PickleDilly’s delivers with its on-site scratch kitchen and bar led by Executive Chef Ron Matty. PickleDilly’s brings the pickleball experience off the court and into the...

Style + Beauty

Beauty Built Around You

Elevate hair care at Verano Luxe, where every visit is designed to help you feel confident and comfortable Article by Megan Marshall | Photography by Myke Toman At Verano Luxe, a visit to the salon is not just about the wonderful result. Here, hospitality, artistry, exclusivity, and self-care exist together to bring to life a space unlike any other. The team behind Verano Luxe believes “style” means leaving an impression that feels unmistakably your own. It’s the outward expression of an...

Shopping

Look Good, Do Good

Support a young jewelry designer and charitable causes through Dangles and Studs Article by Megan Marshall | Photography by Dangles and Studs It all started in the third grade. Sloane Rainey loved wearing the colorful earrings she made by hand to school, and one day, her counselor took notice. When Sloane shared that she had designed them herself, she was asked to create a pair and happily accepted the challenge. That first request sparked an idea that her hobby could become something much...

Fitness

Shine From the Inside Out

Find your confidence alongside the welcoming community at SHINE Pilates Article by Megan Marshall | Photography by Myke Toman You feel the energy at SHINE Pilates the moment you walk through the door. Their instructors bring warmth and compassion to the studio, creating an environment where clients feel supported. Those instructors share the same foundation: deep respect for the authentic Pilates method. SHINE utilizes the classical principles established by Joseph Pilates, but within that...

Home + Design

Design Your Story

How to turn your favorite memories into timeless displays with custom framing from Hang Ups Article by Megan Marshall | Photography by Hang Ups Picture framing is a window into someone’s story. Whether it’s preserving a once-in-a-lifetime moment, honoring a family’s legacy, or showcasing a treasured collection, frames are designed to capture the meaning behind the artwork. For Hang Ups owner Ursula Overidek, style isn’t confined to a single design trend. (Although she’s currently seeing gold...