Health + Wellness
Top 5 Ways To Decrease Inflammation
Inflammation is a natural part of the body’s healing process, but when it becomes chronic, it can lead to many of the common health issues experiences with aging including: Autoimmune diseases, Cardiovascular diseases, Cancers, Gastrointestinal diseases, Lung diseases, Mental health conditions, Metabolic diseases, Neurodegenerative diseases and Obesity.Fortunately, there are several natural strategies you can adopt to help manage and reduce inflammation. Here are five effective ways to...
October 2024
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Empowering Female Leaders
Britney Ruby Miller, President/CEO of Award-Winning Steakhouses, Keynotes Christian Business Women’s Breakfast Article by Sarah Guldalian On Oct. 30, 800 female leaders from across the region will gather at The Chase Park Plaza for the 2024 Christian Business Women’s Breakfast. In its seventh year, this renowned event is sponsored by Technology Partners, produced by The Rooted Sisters, and MCed by Fox2 anchor Mandy Murphey. As a national, faith-based nonprofit in St. Louis, The Rooted Sisters...
September 2024
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Halloween Snack Ideas
How To Stay Festive And Healthy? Sure Thing Article by Mel Boban Halloween is typically filled to the brim with salt, sugar and carbs. It can be hard to stay on the nutrition wagon during spooky season, but there are plenty of fun ways to add a festive spin to favorite healthy dishes. Stuffed Peppers This fall staple easily can be incorporated into a fall gathering or Halloween night by carving jack-o-lantern faces in orange peppers, and resuming a favorite recipe from there. Serving bread...
September 2024
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Been Up To 360 Westport?
Make It To The Top And Enjoy Splendid Views, Hospitality, Even Prost For Oktoberfest Article by Julie Brown Patton Atop the Gold Tower at Westport Plaza, accessed from a scenic all-glass elevator, is 360 Westport as a sister location of 360 Downtown. Opened on Jan. 31, 2024, the Westport perch provides a space designed to bring friends and strangers together in its luxurious, indoor-outdoor lounge or during private events up to 350 guests. Blaise Pastoret, director of restaurants at Lodging...
September 2024
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Food Worth Sharing
Amalia Culinary Art Recipe: Chicken Orzo Soup Article by Amalia (Amy) Pappas Loli | Photography by Amalia Pappas Loli ingredients: 3 tablespoons olive oil 2 celery stalks 2 carrots 1 medium onion 1 teaspoon thyme or rosemary (dried or fresh) 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast Zest of one lemon 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste ¾ cup orzo 2 cups baby spinach ¼ cup chopped fresh dill or parsley Lemon halves (for serving) ...
September 2024
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Fight Hunger, Food Insecurity With Photos
Innovative GiftAMeal Initiative Connects Socially Aware Consumers And Restaurants Article by Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Provided Consumers increasingly seek to spend their hard-earned dollars with businesses associated with worthy public, grassroots causes. That's excellent food for thought, right? One local entrepreneur thought so, figuratively and literally. St. Louis resident Andrew Glantz says mission-driven marketing for restaurants is available through his online...
September 2024
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Mysterious Destination
City Foundry's None Of The Above Underground Bar Article and Photography by Mel Boban Spooky season calls for a fun adventure to explore a new underground destination. Tucked below City Foundry's bustling avenue of food and entertainment is a quiet speakeasy-style cocktail bar called None Of The Above. Reservations (available online) or wait list options are highly recommended prior to visits. This spot makes a perfect night cap to impress a date or a group at a trendy location, with a strict...
September 2024
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Chelsea's Favorite Tasty Tapas
Tasty Tapas Are A Staple In Spanish Culture, Cuisine Article by Chelsea Haynes Patatas Bravas Patatas bravas translates to ‘spicy potatoes’ in English and is a Spanish staple in which the Spaniards fry cubed potatoes and drizzle them with bravas sauce, also known as salsa brava. Three simple ingredients: EVOO, paprika and tomato paste. Cheese And Olives Manchego, idiazabal, roncal and majoero, Spanish queso, always pairs well with pickled olives. Pan Tumaca Pa amb tomàquet is the...
September 2024
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Katies Pizza & Pasta
Local Businesswoman Parlays Restaurant Into National Frozen Food Company, Helps Her Community In The Process Article by Robin Seaton Jefferson | Photography by Greg Goldman Photography Philosopher Henry David Thoreau stated: “Success usually comes to those who are too busy to be looking for it.” That would be true of Katie Lee, who not only grew her single restaurant to three, including a 10,000-square-foot restaurant and event space at Ballpark Village in St. Louis, but parlayed her handmade...
September 2024
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Garage Storage Design
Top Trends in Garage Storage DesignGarage Storage Design is often an overlooked space in many homes, primarily seen as a utilitarian area for parking cars and storing miscellaneous items. However, modern homes are reimagining the potential of the garage, transforming it into a highly functional and organized space. Let's explore why garage storage design is essential for contemporary living and highlight five unique trends, including the importance of incorporating customized elements and...
September 2024
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