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More Than Just Candles

Forget Me Not Candles Owner Gabrielle Marchetti Nurtures a Positive, Healthy Environment—in Her Life, Among Her Team, and in Every Candle She Creates Article by Michelle W. Parnell At age ten, Gabrielle Marchetti got a craft kit for her birthday to make candles. Back then, she had no way of knowing that years later, she would be running a successful business in Chattanooga that sells candles locally and all over the country. In 2019, Gabrielle founded Forget Me Not Candles with a passion to...

Life + Culture

North Star Nature Suites™

A Boutique Mountain Retreat Where Quiet Luxury and Nature’s Beauty Converge Article and Photography by Discover North Star Nature Suites™, a hidden gem just 90 minutes from Chattanooga that offers an elevated escape into luxury and serenity. Nestled on 55 sweeping acres in the Eastern Highland Rim, this boutique retreat embodies "quiet luxury," where modern design meets immersive nature. Every one of the eight Nature Suites™ is architecturally distinct yet shares common hallmarks: soaring...

Food + Beverage

Pedestrian Wine & Cheese

Northshore’s Newest Spot Brings the Community Together Through Intentionally Curated Wine, Cheese, and Provisions. Article by Kate Robertson Parrish | Photography by Toby Darling, Nothing Darling Photography Philadelphia native Bill Reed and his wife landed in Chattanooga almost by accident. After a successful 20-year career in New York’s food and beverage world, the Reeds moved to Florida in 2020 for a change of pace. A few years later, they set their sights on Nashville as a potential next...

Home + Design

Hood Design Interiors

Getting to Know Interior Designer Brandon Hood Article by Michelle W. Parnell | Photography by CreativeCompass LLC Each day, interior designer Brandon Hood gets to live out his passion for creating beautiful spaces. He recently took time to give us a glimpse of what he loves about interior design, a recent project, and why he enjoys calling Chattanooga home.   How did you get started as an interior designer? I've always had a passion for interior design, creating, and building things, but I...

Home + Design

Mid-Century Modern Makeover

An Inside Look at an Iconic Renovation with Gary and Jennifer Crowe Article by Michelle W. Parnell | Photography by Creative Revolver Over the course of his real estate sales and development career, Gary Crowe developed a specific interest in midcentury-style homes. One home on Colyar Drive caught his attention years ago and when he found the home was up for sale, he could hardly contain his excitement. “There are 7 homes on this cul-de-sac and about 95% of them are this mid-century style...

Beauty

Lavender Medi Spa

Where Beauty Meets Medicine & Self-Care Meets Science Article by Michelle W. Parnell After years of practicing in traditional medicine, Nurse Practitioner Sharlotte Manley found herself at a crossroads. The career she once considered a calling was becoming a source of burnout and affecting her wellbeing. “I loved my patients, but the system was pushing me to rush through appointments and treat symptoms instead of people,” she recalls. “That just didn’t align with how I wanted to practice...

Local Services

Local Businesses with Heart and Purpose

Businesses Going Beyond to Uplift the Community with Personalized Service and Expert Guidance Article and Photography by Chattanooga is home to small businesses that do more than provide great products and services—they strengthen the fabric of the community. From children’s boutiques and pet adoption to shipping support and family-centered services, these locally owned spots bring heart, expertise, and a personal touch to every customer they serve. The Sandbox Boutique  For more than 35...

Food + Beverage

Six Dog-Friendly Restaurants 

Fetch a Table at One of These Local Favorites Where Dogs are Welcome Article by Kate Robertson Parrish Chattanooga is a dog lover’s dream, with plenty of restaurants that welcome four-legged friends on their patios and outdoor spaces. Whether you’re grabbing a flight, casual bite, or enjoying a weekend brunch, there are plenty of spots around town where pups are part of the experience. Five Wits Brewing Company | Grab dinner and play trivia with your pup on the covered patio—team mascot...

Entertainment

Rosie Mae’s Alpaca Farm

A One-of-a-Kind Spot for Unforgettable Memories and a Few New Alpaca Friends Article by Michelle W. Parnell Less than fifteen minutes from downtown Chattanooga, nine alpacas stand ready to greet new friends at Rosie Mae’s Alpaca Farm. The farm, which is owned and operated by Max and Maegan Lewis, came about from a somewhat unusual request from their daughter, Rosie. “Rosie asked for alpacas for Christmas when she was three,” shares Maegan. “Of course, we told her no, but we did go and look at...

Food + Beverage

The Bunny Hive

A Social Club Redefining Early Childhood Enrichment and Caregiver Support Article and Photography by Centrally located on the North Shore, The Bunny Hive Chattanooga is poised to open its doors this August, bringing a fresh concept in family enrichment to the Scenic City. Billed as “a social club for little ones and their grown‑ups,” the studio promises a calendar packed with sensory‑rich classes, photo‑worthy décor, and plenty of chances for parents, grandparents, and caregivers to...