Local Services

A Journey Through the Farmers Market

Exploring What’s Fresh, Local & In Season Article by Samantha Farris and MaKayla Allen | Photography by Samantha Farris Once a month, we set aside a Saturday just for us—and one of our favorite traditions is visiting the local farmers market. It all started with a sweet tooth and a charming little macaron stand, Zava Macarons, run by owner Kati Marquez and assisted by her mother Penny DeLuca, the sweetest mother-daughter duo. They greet everyone with a smile, and their macarons are truly some...

Home + Design

Claffey Pools

Legacy in the Water Article by Jennifer Brown-Thomas | Photography by Claffey Pools In 1987, masonry contractor Paul Claffey carved a turquoise ribbon of water into a quiet Southlake backyard, convinced that a pool could pull a family together the way a kitchen table does. He pictured cannonballs, midnight swims, and birthday candles reflected on still water. More than three decades later, over 10,000 backyards shimmer with Claffey craftsmanship—each one a tribute to a dream—and now carried...

Food + Beverage

Where Passion Meets Prime

Rosebud Steakhouse Brings Elevated Dining to Southlake Article by Jennifer Brown-Thomas | Photography by Samantha Farris and Rosebud Steakhouse In a city brimming with dining options, Rosebud Steakhouse in Southlake has managed to do something rare: set a new standard for what a steakhouse can be. With its roots in the original Rosebud Restaurants group dating back to 2000, the new Southlake location is the fourth in a growing collection—and the crown jewel of a brand renaissance led by...

Fitness

KeyCity Capital

Connecting Capital to Wealth and Rooted in Family and Community Article by Jennifer Brown Thomas | Photography by Samantha Farris In Southlake, Texas—a place where ambition is grounded in integrity and community is more than just a backdrop—two brothers are living proof that building a thriving business and raising strong families aren’t mutually exclusive. For Tie and Boone Lasater, legacy isn’t what you leave behind—it’s what you bring to life: every day, in every decision, in the quiet...

Fitness

Beckett Graham Luxury Homes

Brick by Brick, built on faith and framed by family, creating a legacy of craftsmanship and community. Article by Jennifer Brown Thomas | Photography by Samantha Farris, Sara Richardson Photography, Sarah Nixon Some foundations are poured with concrete. Others are poured with conviction… Southlake isn’t just where the Moss family builds—it’s where their values resonate, their vision takes shape, and their homes leave a lasting impact. For Paul and Kyle Moss, building in this community—and the...

Fitness

A Family of Talent

Jurgita and Her Two Creative Daughters Article by Jennifer Brown Thomas | Photography by Samantha Farris Behind every masterpiece is an artist—one whose hands create beauty, whose mind envisions beyond the surface, and whose heart breathes life into their work. For Jurgita Januseviciene, artistry has never been just about aesthetics; it's been her way of transforming lives. As a permanent makeup artist, she has spent nearly a decade restoring confidence, redefining beauty, and giving people a...

Fitness

Dallas Trinity FC

Dallas Trinity FC, the city’s first women’s professional team to reside in the Cotton Bowl. Article by David Muscari | Photography by Provided by Dallas Trinity FC Dallas-Fort Worth has long been considered a center for soccer. Indoor and outdoor, the sport found its place through youth teams, top-notch high school and college programs, recreational leagues for adults and more. Over the years professional soccer teams have also peppered the region, including the Dallas Tornado, Dallas...

Fitness

Southlake’s Influential Business Women

Leslie Barrows, Dr. Angela Bowers, Shelly Claffey, Lindsey Han, Dr. Beki Kellogg, Erica Lynch, Lucy Noonan and Susan Semmelmann make Southlake great! Article by Answers to questions provided by each individual | Photography by Samantha Farris Leslie Barrows, Barrows Firm Can you briefly describe your business and the services or products you offer? Southlake Family and Estate Planning law firm. What inspired you to start your business, and what fuels your passion for it every day? I am...

Education

Building Community Through Play

At Gymboree Play & Music of Southlake, we believe that childhood is best experienced together. Our theme for February is all about building community: child-to-child, child-to-adult, and adult-to-adult. Socialization is such a large part of what we do—not only for children but also for the adults who join our classes looking to connect with others at the same stage of their parenting or caretaking journey. We welcome all loving adults - parents, grandparents, aunts/uncles...

Fitness

Investing in community through sharing the Word of the Lord.

After Bob Burckle sold his business and retired he started a new business with the Lord. Article by Bob Burckle and EEM | Photography by Eastern European Mission (EEM) Website Bringing Hope to Eastern Europe from Southlake Imagine 2 million Bibles placed cover-to-cover on a bookshelf – a trail that would stretch from the Dragon Stadium all the way to the Cowboys Stadium! This is how many Bibles and Bible-based materials my non-profit ministry distributed throughout Eastern Europe in 2024. I...