Real Estate

Who SSI NWA Is

Since 1984, SSI NWA has been a proven leader in delivering comprehensive construction, landscaping, and custom home solutions across Northwest Arkansas.With a foundation built on integrity, quality, and reliability, SSI NWA is committed to exceeding client expectations through innovative practices and exceptional service. Our team’s expertise and dedication to excellence have established SSI NWA as a trusted partner in building projects that enhance communities and stand the test of time.SSI NWA...

Food + Beverage

‘Blooming’ Where You Are

Ali and Brooks Cameron are working to make cheese and wine more accessible at their storefront, Bloom Cheese Collective. Article by Will Newton | Photography by Meredith Mashburn Ali Cameron is on a mission to make cheese and wine, a niche food category often seen as sophisticated and expensive, an approachable new hobby for Northwest Arkansas. Tucked in a building behind Pink Fern Plant Co. stands one of Fayetteville’s newest vendors: Bloom Cheese Collective, a versatile distributor of...

Food + Beverage

The Arsaga’s Coffee Legacy

Arsaga’s Coffee Roasters has been serving the Fayetteville community since 1992. Article by Will Newton | Photography by Meredith Mashburn Cary and Cindy Arsaga did not originally intend to start a decades-lasting coffee legacy. The couple, formerly a real estate agent and a surgery nurse, respectively, felt like they were not where they were supposed to be in their lives. After a fateful visit at Trident Booksellers and Cafe in Boulder, Colorado, Cary witnessed firsthand the power that a...

Food + Beverage

Taqueria Lucha on Dickson

Taqueria Lucha relocated from Bentonville to Fayetteville in May. Article by Will Newton | Photography by Meredith Mashburn Dickson Street in Fayetteville has it all. From bars to used book stores to coffee shops to restaurants, the street has got your entertainment needs covered. In May, a new addition joined the eclectic list of offerings on the beloved street: Taqueria Lucha. The restaurant, owned and operated by Juan and Susana Bahena, provides Fayetteville with tacos, quesadilla, burritos...

Life + Culture

A Styled Staycation

24 Hours of Fayetteville Flavor and Flair Article by Sydney Johnson | Photography by Meredith Mashburn We all crave a change of scenery every so often, but it can be challenging to get away with a jam-packed calendar. Instead of a faraway getaway, consider our ideal itinerary for a 24-hour Fayetteville staycation.  The first order of business in planning a proper staycation is figuring out where to stay, as it sets the tone. Luckily, we have the perfect spot for you. Inspired by the fruit...

Food + Beverage

The Cookie Truck That Stole Fayetteville’s Heart

Article by Sydney Johnson | Photography by Andrea Pruitt If you came to our Fayetteville City Lifestyle Summer Soirée at City Park, you probably noticed the cookie truck that had people flocking like moths to a flame. That was Chewk’s , the epitome of cookies on wheels. Born in Phoenix, Arizona, Chewk’s decided Fayetteville was the perfect place for a second location, and you can find the famous cookies nestled right behind Puritan Coffee. Once you’ve tried a Chewk’s cookie, nothing will...

Life + Culture

Roasting A New Nest

Same coffee, same purpose, but with a well-deserved upgrade. Article by Hailey Smith | Photography by Dodo Coffee Co From early morning espresso on the way to work to students grabbing an afternoon pick-me-up, Dodo Coffee Shop has earned a reputation as one of the community’s most welcoming spots. Now, the company is preparing to share that spirit in a bigger way: by opening a brand-new location.  The expansion marks an exciting milestone for the growing business, which has built a strong...

Food + Beverage

NWATransplants: Pizza Lovers’ Guide to Fayetteville

Because good pizza isn’t just a New York thing. Article by Brittany Swiderski (NWA transplants) | Photography by Amin Nasehi (NWA transplants) Fayetteville’s (Johnson’s) most talked-about pizza, Ruby’s is always buzzing. Long waits, and a loud crowd are part of the deal, it's absolutely worth it. Vodka and white pies are our go-tos, and the pasta might be even better. Located at Fossil Cove, Wicked Woodfired has that sourdough magic. Their crust comes from a 26-year-old starter. We love the...

Home + Design

A Vintage Home Remodel for the Modern Age

Mark and Sonya Zweig have given 1011 N. Tanglebriar Lane, a mid-century modern makeover. Article by Will Newton | Photography by Meredith Mashburn It takes a lot of work to make a house a home. Whether maintaining a positive familial relationship with its inhabitants or by tailoring the house’s design to one’s liking, it’s a task that should be handled with care. Decorated entrepreneur, designer and builder Mark Zweig, alongside his wife Sonya, understood the importance of creating a space in...

Style + Beauty

Beyond The Swatch

Ever try on an outfit that just doesn’t feel right? Article by Hailey Smith | Photography by Andrea Pruitt At Called By Colors, Maura Griesse believes shopping should be less about guessing and more about knowing your colors. The majority of the time, it’s not the fit of a clothing item that’s the problem; it’s the color. That’s where color analysis comes in. When you understand which colors flatter your unique undertone and how to pair them, you shop with confidence, waste less, and build a...