Travel

The Southern Soul of Italy

Sunny Peaks and Sicilian Swagger Article by Anna Gsanger Like its counterpart in the United States, southern Italy has a less dense population, is known to be sun-kissed, and is dotted with villages and farms that embody the agricultural soul of Italy. The mountains and hills are characterized by heat, both from the sun and several volcanoes, adding to the unpredictability of this portion of Italy’s Boot. When in southern Italy, the road signs are like polite suggestions, and lanes are...

Food + Beverage

Coffee Shop Roundup

A caffeinated tour through Memphis's most unique and inviting coffee spots Article by Jeannie Tabor | Photography by Uday Sripathi What better way to judge the state of affairs in your city than a roundup of local coffeehouses. Whether you aim to hold a meeting, gather with friends or spend some quiet time with a tasty beverage and a good book, Memphis offers a wide variety of enticing spots. We offer a few choices to satisfy your caffeine craving from downtown to east Memphis. With hot...

Event Planning + Services

Fall Florals: A Bounty of Beauty

Inspiring Centerpieces from Rachel Johnson, Dreamscape Florals and Tastemaker, Mimsie Crump Article by Amy Birdsong Golden | Photography by Bonner Morgan Rachel Johnson of Dreamscape Florals loves the unexpected when creating organic farm-to-table looks. Emphasis on farm . She counts The Flower Farm in Arlington as a favorite micro-farm in the city for flowers. These arrangements also include a harvest from the Cordova International Farmer’s Market and a trip through a friend’s home...

Home + Design

Inviting Kitchens

Article by Amy Birdsong Golden Design your kitchen as a welcoming room, where utility yields to atmosphere. We visited these designer kitchens for major inspiration. “No matter what -  everyone always ends up in the kitchen,” says Jessie Cate, of M.Cate Interiors. “I love a showstopper range, but it feel like putting a car in your living room,” she admits. Here, Jessie layers cabinetry with two different hues of white oak for dimension. The tower cabinetry hugs the range to soften the space...

Food + Beverage

TRICK or TREAT

Creepy candy-coated peanut butter eyeballs that make Halloween snacking frightfully fun and deliciously spooky. Article by Morgan Zanone | Photography by Bonner Morgan These spooky peanut butter eyeballs are a fun, no-bake treat perfect for Halloween parties. Sweet, creamy and creepy, they’ll impress every little goblin and ghoul!   Ingredients: 1 cup creamy peanut butter ½ cup unsalted butter, softened 2-2 ½ cups confectioners’ sugar 1 (12 oz.) white chocolate chips 2 T. coconut oil 2...

Entertainment

Game Day Flavor

Celebrate football season with Memphis style, bold flavors and unforgettable Southern hospitality. Article by Morgan Zanone | Photography by Bonner Morgan Nothing says Fall like football season. Tailgating and pre-gaming are the Southern way to boost our enthusiasm for cheering on our favorite teams. In Memphis, we also embrace the local culture of great food and good music as an integral part of who we are. Barbecue, soul food, blues and Southern hospitality are staples here. BB King, the...

Food + Beverage

Jalapeño Cheddar Rolls

And Salted Honey Butter - Best Served Warm Article and Photography by These cheesy, melt-in-your-mouth rolls are perfect for a crisp October day. Drizzle with honey butter, and you'll be making another batch before the first one is gone. Ingredients: 2 ⅓-2 ⅔ cup all-purpose flour 1 ½ tsp Rapid Rise yeast ⅓ tsp kosher salt 1 ⅓ cup grated cheddar cheese ⅔-1 ⅓jalapeños, seeded and chopped ⅔ cup warm whole milk 2 tbsp honey 2 ⅔ tbsp salted butter, at room temperature ⅔ large...

Entertainment

Damian McGinty Finds His Rhythm in Memphis

Article by Kit Garrott Damian McGinty's career has taken him around the world, but these days, Memphis is home. The Derry, Northern Ireland native is known for his work as a solo artist, his two-season run on the hit show Glee, and as a longtime member of Celtic Thunder, blending years of international touring with a growing body of personal, independent work. Now based in the heart of the Mid South, McGinty continues to shape his sound—one that's rooted in his Irish heritage with pop...

Arts + Culture

Ribbon and Resin

Lacey Craig's Artistic Journey in Memphis and Beyond Article by Kit Garrott | Photography by Bonner Morgan Memphis artist Lacey Craig didn't always plan to make art a central part of her career. Though she took art lessons growing up and loved the creative process, life eventually pulled her in a different direction. After college, she moved to Memphis to intern with Service Over Self, a nonprofit that would shape the next fifteen years of her life. There, she worked with women emerging from...

Arts + Culture

Sara Fay Egan

Author of The Through Line and President and CEO of Beale Street Blues Company Article by Kit Garrott Sara Fay Egan has worn many hats—event planner, entrepreneur, author, mother—but her latest chapter brings it all full circle. In her new book The Through Line , she reflects on the personal challenges and pivotal moments that led her to a deeper understanding of purpose, resilience and joy. As she has stepped into the role of president and CEO of the Beale Street Blues Company, Sara Fay is...