Food + Beverage

Eggs Two Ways

From the River City Kitchen: Egg Bites and Tortilla Egg Bake Article by Kit Garrott Egg Bites The ease and bite size of these egg bites makes them perfect for meal prepping and hosting! Customize by swapping the spinach and tomatoes for cooked broccoli and ham. Or forgo veggies entirely for those picky eaters in your life - the options are endless!  Ingredients 8 eggs - Try using 12 egg whites for a lighter option! 1 cup cheddar cheese or cheese of your choice ⅓ cup whole...

April 2024

Home + Design

Parker Design Studio

Eat, Drink, Sleep, Work or Play with Ann Parker Article by Amy Birdsong Golden Chances are you have been in a space designed by Ann Parker, even if you don’t live there. Parker Design Studio specializes in residential, hospitality  and  commercial design. We sat down with Ann to discuss her work and, more importantly, what’s behind it. How did you get here? And I mean Memphis!  I grew up in Lacrosse, Wisconsin, and there were a few stops before I landed. I graduated with an Interior...

April 2024

Life + Culture

Urban Chicks

Join the flock. Article by Christian Owen | Photography by Bonner Morgan Admit it. The idea has entered your mind. Feathered friends with personality who deliver breakfast. What’s not to like? The mere number of everyday sayings inspired by chickens is a testimony to their popularity and significance.  Pecking order One hen will peck another if she is in her way. However, chickens are more transparent than humans sometimes. Expert Hannah Buser of Midtown notes, "If a chicken is upset, she...

April 2024

Health + Wellness

Kate Gassaway

The healing innovator and entrepreneur at the helm of Solutions Medical Center Article by Kit Garrott | Photography by Bonner Morgan Kate Gassaway has carved out a remarkable legacy in functional medicine and advanced aesthetics. Her journey from a registered nurse to the founder of Solutions Medical Center in Germantown, TN, is a testament to her unwavering dedication to helping others and her relentless pursuit of personal and professional growth. Kate's story is one of transformation and...

April 2024

Arts + Culture

Finding Balance

Photographer Sarah Bell artfully captures the essential beauty of unique spaces through her work Article by Jeannie Tabor | Photography by Sarah Bell, Sélavie Photography At its best, photography captures the essence of a moment or place in a way that words simply cannot. Through her interior and architectural photography, Sarah Bell has captured hundreds of homes and offices, always striving to reveal the essential beauty of her compositions. When asked what the key ingredient is for taking...

April 2024

Local Services

Celebrating Women in the Arts

An Interview with Stephanie Jones  Article by Sierra Daugherty | Photography by Erica Haskett Stephanie Jones, studio artist at Arrow Creative and owner of me & mrs. jones, has had a vibrant career in the arts that she says started accidentally. Little did she know, a simple request from her son would soon transform into a passion that would shape her artistic journey.  Q: Can you give me a brief overview of your career in the arts?  A: When we moved into our first home in 1989, I jumped...

April 2024

Finance + Legal Services

Revolutionizing Personal Finance

Tech-Driven Banking Transformation Article by Katherine Gray | Photography by Bonner Morgan The fusion of technology and banking has significantly reshaped the landscape of personal financial management. This transformation offers unparalleled convenience, efficiency, and enhanced security, making it easier than ever for consumers to manage finances. Whether you opt for the guidance of a financial professional or prefer to navigate your financial journey independently, there is value in...

March 2024

Food + Beverage

Healthy Snacks

Invest in Your Health One Snack at a Time Article by Jeannie Tabor Cashew Chocolate Chip Balls  Ingredients: Cashews (or nuts of choice) Olive oil Cinnamon Chocolate Chips (I use dark chocolate, no sugar added baking gems) Directions:                                                                                                      Make cashew butter by filling food processor about halfway full with cashews. Grind and then add  teaspoon of olive oil and ½ teaspoon of cinnamon. Add...

March 2024

Home + Design

Household Assets

Refreshing with Antiques, Heirlooms and Collections Article by Amy Birdsong Golden | Photography by Ross Group Creative Designer Anna Lattimore has a gift for honoring treasured antiques by incorporating heirlooms into a fresh, vibrant style. She recently completed a renovation for a couple who inherited a family heirloom – the husband’s childhood home. It was built in the 1920s and he first moved in during the early 1980s. How special to reimagine a childhood home. Tell us about the...

March 2024

Arts + Culture

The Art of Collecting

Article by Megan Hoban As consumers, we are constantly being enticed to buy. Whether it’s the jewelry we can’t live without, concert tickets to a show we don’t want to miss, or that favorite pair of shoes that’s calling our name. We buy what we love, and art should be no different.  If you are new to acquiring original art, you may find it daunting, but it shouldn’t be. It is a special purchase that forces you to dig deep and discover a bit more about yourself. At first, many people shy away...

March 2024