Food + Beverage

Cheese, Meet Wine

A simple guide to finding the perfect pour for cheese. Article by Madison Moroi We know the familiar rules: white wine with fish, red wine with steak. But what happens when the cheese board comes out? With everything from creamy Brie and nutty Alpine varieties to aged Cheddar and pungent blue cheese, choosing the right bottle can feel considerably less obvious. For guidance, we turned to David Kusz of MySOMM Wines, a local sommelier, wine educator, and consultant who holds the WSET® Level 4...

Food + Beverage

Healthy Choices, Real Life

MedOne Primary Care Specialists share healthy recipes—and why better health is about balance, not perfection. Article by Madison Moroi | Photography by Worthington's MedOne Primary Care It's easy to assume doctors always make the healthiest choice. Two specialists at Worthington's MedOne Primary Care would be the first to tell you otherwise. For Dr. Rachel Kirk, D.O., and Phebe Kuo, PA-C, healthy eating isn't about preparing perfectly balanced meals every day. Their approach is decidedly more...

Food + Beverage

Farm Fresh Food Without the Saturday Morning Rush

Fresh local food, made to fit your schedule and lifestyle Article by Emma Carter | Photography by Abigail Hopper and Brie Brunswick In the Worthington area, we're fortunate to have one of the region's most vibrant farmers markets practically in our backyard. For those who can walk over on a Saturday morning, buying fresh local food couldn't be easier. But not everyone lives within walking distance—or has a Saturday morning schedule that cooperates. Between hectic mornings, parking, and...

Education

Where Farm-to-Table Truly Begins

Discover the educational farm connecting Central Ohio families with food, farming, nature, and our community. Article by Lisa Federico | Photography by Chris Martin Productions One of my favorite things about putting together our Food & Drink Issue has been looking beyond what's on our plates and thinking more about how it gets there. And right here in our community, there's a place where children can gather eggs, tend a garden, explore a creek, and begin to understand something many of us...

Food + Beverage

Polaris: Then, Now, and Next

Celebrating 25 years of gathering, growing, and evolving together Article by Ashley Labaki | Photography by James DeCamp Celebrating the 25th anniversary, Polaris Fashion Place has grown from a classic shopping mall to Central Ohio’s epicenter of memorable food, fun, and unique experiences. As Polaris celebrates a milestone anniversary, its journey is a testament to both the changing tastes of our community and a commitment to always serving up more than consumers expect—especially at the...

Education

Beyond Botox: Aging Gracefully Starts With Expert Care

Expert aesthetic specialist Mila Prager shares today's natural, personalized solutions for aging confidently and beautifully. Article by Lisa Federico Walk into almost any aesthetic practice and you'll hear the same conversation: Botox and fillers. But according to Mila Prager, RN BSN, that's often the wrong place to start. "My goal is to keep your look natural—not overdone," says Prager. "We're never going to look like we're in our 20s or 30s again, and that's okay." With more than 20 years...

Home + Design

What Stylish Homes Share

A Realtor's perspective on homes with enduring style. Article by Emma Carter | Photography by Jeff Sagar Open the front door of a truly stylish home and you notice it almost immediately. It isn't one dramatic feature or a single piece of furniture that captures your attention. Instead, it's the feeling that every room belongs, every detail has a purpose and every design choice contributes to a home that feels warm, welcoming and effortlessly pulled together. It's a feeling Eileen Pilcher has...

Fitness

Style Starts From Within

The Pilates Method may be one of the best investments you can make in yourself. Article by Madison Moroi | Photography by Craig Bortmas We spend thousands of dollars on clothes, skincare, and hair color. Yet one of the first things people notice has nothing to do with fashion. It's the way we carry ourselves. For Anna Sullivan, movement has never been about chasing perfection. It has always been about creating a life filled with strength, balance, joy, and the freedom to embrace every season...

Style + Beauty

Timeless Style

From rich colors to timeless textures, these trends are defining this season's style. Article by Madison Moroi Style is so much more than just what you wear. It influences the colors you surround yourself with, the textures you love, and the atmosphere you create at home. This season embraces warmth, rich natural materials, and effortless sophistication—proof that timeless style is always in fashion. The New Neutrals This fall, warm neutrals are giving way to deeper, moodier hues that feel...

Arts + Culture

Growing Through Music

How Julie Chambers built a music studio that celebrates every child's journey. Article by Madison Moroi | Photography by Nicole Dixon Photographic When Julie Chambers left her career as a public school music teacher in 2014, she walked away from something many people spend a lifetime pursuing: a stable job, benefits, and a clear retirement path! Almost everyone told her not to do it. "I really wanted to be able to make a bigger impact," says Chambers. "I felt limited." What began as private...