Food + Beverage

Cooking into the New Year

Mary Johnston shares fresh, flavorful ways to eat healthy this New Year. Article by Morgan Zanone | Photography by Sarah Voigt The New Year invites fresh beginnings and, often, resolutions to become a healthier version of ourselves. For many, that journey starts with shedding holiday pounds and embracing better eating habits. But sustaining a healthy diet requires planning ahead and organizing meals in advance. We all know whole foods trump processed ones, yet it’s easy to give in to cravings...

Home + Design

Designing with Soul

Emily Chastain transforms homes with vibrant style, thoughtful detail and authenticity Article by Jeannie Tabor | Photography by Sarah Voigt Interior designer Emily Chastain creates beautifully styled homes alongside meaningful experiences—one soulful, colorful, personality-filled space at a time. Her work radiates a point of view that is unmistakably personal—rich with color, layered with meaning and deeply connected to the stories of the people who inhabit those spaces. With a background...

Fitness

Power in Movement

Jenna Goode shares her philosophy, training approach and the empowering community behind Core Collective Broad. Article by Jeannie Tabor | Photography by Sarah Voigt We sat down with Jenna Goode, owner of Core Collective Broad (CCB), to explore the philosophy, training and community behind her Pilates studio located on Broad Avenue. Jenna shares insights into balanced movement, thoughtful instruction and the empowering wellness culture she’s cultivated—offering readers an inspiring look into...

Health + Wellness

Cutting Through the Noise

At Solutions Medical Center, Kate Gassaway brings calm, clarity and real answers to hormone and gut health. Article by Kit Garrott | Photography by Sarah Voigt Social media is an endless stream of wellness checklists, quick fixes and strong opinions. For anyone without a medical background, separating real guidance from conflicting, oversimplified or trend-driven information has become almost impossible. Hormone balance and gut health seem to be everywhere online, yet the conversations are...

Professional Services

Imaging Reimagined

Inside East Memphis Imaging Center Article by Lindsey Tonkin | Photography by Sarah Voigt Access to high-quality medical imaging just became easier, and far more comfortable, with the opening of East Memphis Imaging Center and the East Memphis Breast Center (collectively known as EMI), a comprehensive, state-of-the-art facility designed with both precision and patient experience in mind. Offering a full suite of screening and diagnostic services, the center’s emphasis on advanced mammography...

Beauty

Winter Skin Sense

expert advice from some of our favorite local skin pros Article by Amy Birdsong Golden | Photography by Amy Threadgill Clear the counter (and your calendar) for peel and laser season. “It brings a new meaning to Dry January ,” says Lauren Plyler , a Nurse Practitioner at Levy Dermatology . “This is an ideal time for resurfacing laser treatments, as cooler weather and reduced sun exposure make it easier to protect healing skin and achieve optimal results.” She recommends a Halo laser to...

Health + Wellness

A Lifeline for Memphis

How Alliance Healthcare Services is Reshaping Crisis Care for Every Generation Article by Kit Garrott | Photography by Andrew Welch and Forever Ready Productions There are moments when a family needs help right away. A moment when someone feels overwhelmed, confused, frightened or simply unable to carry their burden alone. For many in Memphis and Shelby County, Alliance Healthcare Services is the place that offers respite in those moments. Their work is both deeply personal and quietly...

Home + Design

Boundless Flavor

Restaurateur Karen Carrier transforms her home with bold design, family collaboration and Memphis soul. Article by Jeannie Tabor | Photography by Sarah Voigt Step into Karen Carrier’s freshly renovated Chickasaw Gardens home and you’ll instantly recognize the same spirit that defines her restaurants — bold, eclectic and brimming with soul. The celebrated restaurateur, caterer and creative force behind The Beauty Shop, Mollie Fontaine Lounge, Bar DKDC, Another Roadside Attraction and New...

Food + Beverage

The Poinsettia

A holiday drink fit for a party Article by Malise Culpepper Bring sparkle to your holiday gathering with this festive cocktail that blends cranberry, rosemary and a splash of rum and orange liqueur. This cocktail is ideal for large groups and is easy to prep in batches. The homemade rosemary simple syrup adds fragrant warmth to the tart cranberry flavor.  After the base of cranberry juice, simple syrup, and liquor has chilled in the refrigerator, top it with Champagne for a festive toast to...

Shopping

Store Credit

Holiday Happies Article by Amy Birdsong Golden | Photography by Amy Threadgill The holidays are here—find local shopkeepers who’ll help you make your list and checkout , so you can make room for more merry! Head to Germantown Hardware for sleds under the tree, a wow-ready gift that brings immediate joy with the first snowfall. Secure snow boots and gear now, so you’re ready to Ski Galloway. Ménage Stationery carries stockings that aren’t meant for the mantle. Bauble Stockings are...