Food + Beverage

SWEET CREATIONS BY ERICA

Edible Works Of Art Article by Lucas Ridley | Photography by Provided In Sherman, Sweet Creations by Erica is turning cupcakes into edible works of art. Specializing in hand piped buttercream flowers, Erica creates realistic floral designs that are as beautiful to look at as they are delicious to enjoy. Each cupcake is carefully decorated by hand, with individual petals, leaves, and blooms creating arrangements that look surprisingly like fresh flowers. Customers can choose colors and...

Food + Beverage

OLIVE OIL DE FINO

What Began With A Beloved Family Recipe Has Grown Into A Handcrafted Taste Of Italy Article by Sharla Davenport | Photography by Courtney Mitchell Sometimes the simplest ingredients can transform a recipe, and olive oil is a perfect example. Start with a good quality olive oil, add dried garlic, herbs, rosemary and bay leaves, and you have delicious flavor in a bottle. This is Olive Oil De Fino, created by Sherman’s own Kathleen Hagan. It was early 2002, and Kathleen was wearing many hats as...

Life + Culture

STROLL ON THE SQUARE: AROUND THE WORLD

A Global Wine Experience Is Coming To Downtown Sherman Article by Lucas Ridley | Photography by Lindsey Manley This October, downtown Sherman is going around the world, one glass at a time. Hosted by Downtown Sherman NOW, this year’s Stroll on the Square invites guests to experience an international wine tasting without ever leaving the heart of the city. The event will feature wines from Italy, France, Spain, the United States, Australia, and Romania, giving guests the opportunity to taste...

Food + Beverage

THE GEORGE TAVERN

A Denison Hot Spot In The Katy Depot Article and Photography by Mike Zapata   Families looking for a local place to enjoy a great meal, sip a cocktail and listen to live music no longer have to leave Denison to find it. The George Tavern at the Katy Depot offers all of that and much more. Ernie Pickens and his wife, Kat, operate one of the best places to enjoy an evening with family and friends in the Texoma area. The George Tavern is named after George Denison, the person for whom the City...

Life + Culture

DENISON SISTER CITIES

Honoring History While Creating Meaningful Connections For The Next Generation Article by Mike Zapata | Photography by Provided This year, Denison, Texas, and Cognac, France, celebrate 35 years as Sister Cities and honor a bond that dates back to the mid 1800s, when Denison resident and renowned horticulturist T. V. Munson worked with Cognac native Pierre Viala to develop disease resistant grapevines. Cognac, known for its famous French wines, was perilously close to losing its entire wine...

Arts + Culture

DENISON FALL FEST RETURNS TO MAIN STREET

A Favorite Fall Tradition Brings Live Music, Food, Vendors, And Family Fun To Downtown Denison Photography by Provided by Denison Chamber Fall is back in Denison, and so is one of the city’s favorite seasonal celebrations. The 39th Annual Fall Fest, hosted by the Denison Area Chamber of Commerce, returns Saturday, October 3, bringing a full day of entertainment and activities to Downtown Denison Main Street. From 9 AM to 4 PM, visitors can enjoy live music, food, local vendors, a Kidz Zone...

Entertainment

GREG’S ROCKIN’ GOAT COFFEE

Where Great Coffee Meets Rock And Roll Article and Photography by Mike Zapata With so many new coffee shops opening throughout the Texoma area, finding something truly unique can be a challenge. But opportunities still exist. Travel to the northern edge of the Texoma area, to the small town of Kingston, Oklahoma, and you will find a shop that not only offers great coffee, but also an opportunity to peruse impressive rock and roll memorabilia and perhaps even meet genuine rock and roll royalty...

Home + Design

SENIOR LIVING IN STYLE

Woodland Cottages Brings Independence, Community, And Comfort To Texoma Article by Mike Zapata | Photography by Provided by Woodland Cottages Senior living in the Texoma area is experiencing a meaningful transformation. With the addition of Woodland Cottages in Sherman, local seniors now have access to a new option designed around independence, dignity, and a true sense of community. As residents transition into the next chapter of life, the need for senior living options that feel more like...

Entertainment

A TASTE OF TEXAS

Jennifer Taylor's Latest Cookbook Blends Texas Flavors, Red Dirt Music, And Gatherings Into One Collection Article by Sharla Davenport | Photography by Provided by Jennifer Taylor Making memories one meal and song at a time.  That is the heart behind the  Gatherings and Guitars  cookbook series by Jennifer Taylor, owner of Old Quail Run Farm. As featured in the October 2024 issue of  Texoma City Lifestyle ,  Gatherings and Guitars  is more than a cookbook. It is a collection of moments...

Home + Design

THE MODERN RETREAT

How D2 Built's Bathrooms Are Blending Luxury, Function, And Timeless Style Article by Lucas Ridley | Photography by Provided by D2 Built Bathrooms are becoming more than functional spaces. In 2026, they’re designed to feel like personal retreats where thoughtful details create a sense of everyday luxury. D2 Built showcases this trend through custom spaces that balance timeless design with modern comfort. Bold statement tile continues to make an impact, from dramatic dark walls to textured...