Food + Beverage

OMG Omega-3s

Boost your health with this versatile Omega-3 mix Article by Katie Mackenzie | Photography by Provided Omega-3 fatty acids are vital nutrients with powerful health benefits. Found primarily in fatty fish, nuts, seeds, and plant oils, omega-3s help with brain function, heart health, and reducing inflammation. Mainly known for their cardiovascular benefits, omega-3s lower triglyceride levels and reduce the risk of heart disease. This mix of omega-3-rich nuts and seeds can provide a healthy...

Health + Wellness

Innovative Healthcare Solutions

Breathe Better, Smile Brighter, and Move Pain-Free Article by Jillian Smith | Photography by Provided Breathing, smiling, and moving without pain are simple joys we often take for granted until they're gone. Meet four doctors passionate about helping patients achieve vibrant health, wellness, and a better quality of life. From cutting-edge sinus treatments to advanced dental care, innovative orthodontics, and non-invasive pain therapies, these doctors are dedicated to helping you live your...

Entertainment

The Consumers

Comedians Greg Warren, Tim Convy and Sean O'Brien have a new podcast called The Consumers that finds the humor in your favorite brands. Article by Morris T. Katt | Photography by Adam Huber Coming off his giant area tour, which included five sold-out shows at the Fox Theater, a very entertaining Christmas special, and a lauded two-time host of Saturday Night Live, Nate Bargatze is arguably one of the biggest comedian in the world. A recent Pollstar report lists him as the top-earning comedian...

Health + Wellness

Balanced in body, empowered from within

Barre3 in Des Peres offers more than health and wellness classes. Owner Melissa Stolze has created a welcoming community. Article by Melissa Stolze | Photography by Provided Wellness is the art of finding balance and empowerment through movement. By committing to your body's needs, you'll experience a sense of equilibrium, gain the power to make positive decisions, find daily inspiration, and cultivate mindfulness- a practice of honest self-reflection, attentive listening, and compassionate...

Home + Design

Rooms with a view

Custom-built based on excellent design, mindful craftsmanship, and the owner's love of natural light. Article by Jillian Smith | Photography by BenchMark Custom Homes For many people, building a custom home can be stressful. The amount of time spent piecing together all the details and finishes to create a one-of-a-kind home can be overwhelming. Luckily, that was not the case for the owner of this custom home built on Simpson Lake, just minutes from downtown Kirkwood. This unique home, filled...

Health + Wellness

Self-care isn't a stretch

Article by Jillian Smith | Photography by Provided At Massage Envy in Sunset Hills, wellness goes beyond massage to offer self-care that nurtures both body and mind. In addition to massage, how does Massage Envy in Sunset Hills help achieve health and wellness goals? ME - Sunset Hills: We stress the importance of caring for yourself so you can continue caring for others. We want to ensure you are confident and comfortable from head to toe every day. We make our services affordable for...

Health + Wellness

Choose This Instead of That

Health and Wellness Trainer and Nutritionist Katie Mackenzie offers practical advice for healthy food swaps. Article by Katie Mackenzie | Photography by Provided Making healthier food choices begins well before you sit down to eat. It starts with the decisions you make at the grocery store, where selecting the right products can lay the foundation for improved eating habits. Here are some excellent alternatives to choose. Choose Poppi instead of Traditional Soda Poppi is a refreshing...

Home + Design

Deck the Halls

HomeWork with Trisha Article by Trisha McConkey | Photography by Jessica Rose Photo & Video My love affair with our home on 408 Gill began in January of 2023. The house spoke to me the moment I walked through the front door. Our family is big and busy, and I knew this beautiful house would be the perfect fit – it just needed a “little work.” Having remodeled three previous homes, I understood the process was more challenging than the transformations portrayed on HGTV. Still, I was captivated...

Arts + Culture

Have a Holly, Jolly, Rockin' Holiday Experience

Million Dollar Quartet Christmas Premiers in The Repertory Theatre Article by Lilly Anderson and Oliva Silvey | Photography by The Repertory Theatre St. Louis The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis is ready to knock your holiday socks off with  Million Dollar Quartet Christmas , a rockin' holiday musical experience that brings together Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Carl Perkins in a holiday jam session that will have audiences jingling all the way this December 4 - 22, 2024...

Life + Culture

From all of us to all of you

Holiday Greetings from Kirkwood City Lifestyle Partners Article by Lucy Rogers | Photography by Provided The Kirkwood City Lifestyle partners express their heartfelt good wishes from their family to yours in the spirit of festive family celebration. This holiday season is a time to reflect on the importance of family and community, values that resonate deeply with each of our partners. They extend their warmest season's greetings through their cherished family photos, symbolizing the bonds...