Life + Culture

The Kimberly Taur Foundation

Empowering Individuals and Building Community through Faith, Hope, and Love Article by Bianca Bain Villegas | Photography by Provided Imagine a place where kindness meets community, where small sparks of hope ignite lasting change. This is the vision of the Kimberly Taur Foundation—a unified mission focused on empowering women and children through education, support, and compassion. The Foundation cultivates a sense of belonging, fosters personal growth, and creates a positive impact that...

Food + Beverage

Wining for the Holidays

A little bit of research and a little bit of confidence can help ensure a cheerful holiday celebration. Article by Alex Boykin | Photography by Provided “What temperature is it there?” “74 degrees.” “Is it sunny?” “Yes.” “We should go visit. I just can’t take another four months of winter!” Many adventures are spurred by a need. The need in this case was to escape 30+ years of living through endless New England Winters, and after some research a trip to Pensacola was booked. During the third...

Shopping

Pensacola City Lifestyle Local Holiday Picks

Support our community and buy local for family and friends Article by The Pensacola City Lifestyle Team | Photography by Provided Be Marvilous: Vitamin C Brightly Serum. Brighten things up with this medically proven formula from Dr. Sylvia Harris of Ageless. Use PNS20Life through January 1st at bemarvilous.com for a glow up to start 2025.   La Tordera Prosecco : Find Alne, A3, Rosé at Aragon Wine Market, Bodacious, and Apple Market. It’s our preferred Prosecco, and that’s saying a lot...

Food + Beverage

Perfect Holiday Fare

Holiday Perfect Prime Rib Roast: The Ultimate Centerpiece for Your Festive Table Article by Kairym Lisch | Photography by Provided Dazzle your guests this holiday season with the perfect Prime Rib roast, guaranteed to make you shine like the North Star. This foolproof recipe is ideal for both amateur and seasoned cooks. What makes a Prime Rib roast truly special is its crispy, caramelized crust paired with the buttery, melt-in-your-mouth texture of a medium-rare center. When planning your...

Travel

Day Trip Destinations: Fairhope, AL

Cruising nearby offerings gives a new twist on Staycation Article by Leisl Lemire | Photography by Provided What would the perfect culinary day trip look like, if your destination is Fairhope, AL? Start on Scenic 98, slightly north of downtown. There you will find Coffee Loft , an eclectic little hole in the wall with funky music and a bohemian vibe. Opened in the year 2000 by Beth Goldberg, it was the first place in town to offer specialty coffee, thus revealing to residents how much, in...

Local Services

Giving Thanks to our First Responders

Send letters of gratitude this month to our local heroes Article by Bianca Bain Villegas | Photography by Provided Pensacola Police Department Send your thanks to: 711 N Hayne Street Pensacola, FL 32501 (850)435-1900 Call ahead and find out what sweet treats they may like. Donuts & coffee anyone?!     Escambia County Sheriff's Department Send your thanks to: 1700 W Leonard Street Pensacola, FL 32501 (850)436-9620 See what Chief Simmons is up to this month and if you can...

Life + Culture

Truth For Youth

Building Back Better One Brick At A Time Article by Bianca Bain Villegas | Photography by B Media It depends on who you ask as to what they know, or how they have participated. Pensacola is a philanthropic town and if you are not a part of the gift that is giving of yourself, time, or money then you may need to reconsider.    We are so thankful for the many resources provided here in our town. It takes many to care for our village. “Money is just paper. It’s no good if you can’t use it...

Food + Beverage

Day Trip Destinations: Café Viola

Delighting in expertly curated delicacies & flavors Article by Liesl Lemire | Photography by Provided It is desiring a shift from the mundane, that leads us to try something new. We might even travel a little farther, if we suspect we might find something special. It can touch our souls, provide beauty to the mundane, and gratitude to our hearts. Revealed in a variety of ways, like adding flowers to a table setting, little touches make a difference. For those desiring something a little...

Food + Beverage

To Enjoy Wine

Making a gathering feel special with people and wine Article by Alex Boykin | Photography by Provided It may surprise some reading this article to not find any specific wine recommendations for Thanksgiving. There are some great wines that one could suggest for the holiday feast, but that is not what we are going to discuss today. Instead, let us dive a little deeper into not just wine, but the idea of bringing people together, and how the two are intertwined.    Traveling the world one...

Local Services

Gulf Coast Kid's House

Helping families in Pensacola and throughout Escambia County Article by Bianca Bain Villegas | Photography by Provided Sitting down with Stacey Kostevicki, the Director of Gulf Coast Kids House, she shared insights into the organization's mission and the various year-round events that support their cause. Serving as a safe haven and children’s advocacy center, Gulf Coast Kids House brings together professionals and resources required for the intervention, investigation, and prosecution of...