Home + Design

House of Treasures

A Fort Worth designer shares the little things that customize a space Article by Hannah Barricks | Photography by Proud Photography Curating a home reflective of its owner's style can feel overwhelming in the eclectic environs of Fort Worth, where the expectation is sometimes a picture-perfect and multi-functional one as remote work continues expanding. In an attempt to quickly fulfill their needs, many homeowners get caught in impersonal design solutions. Fort Worth designer and owner of The...

Arts + Culture

Celebrating 50 Years of William Campbell Gallery

A Legacy of Art and Community Article by Hannah Barricks | Photography by Macka Photography "I hate golf," JW Wilson plainly says from his corner office overlooking the Trinity River. "I started visiting museums while my buddies were at the course. Her husband hates it too, but I hadn't met him yet." JW points to Misty Locke, his business partner and close friend. Misty's long brown hair is tousled to one side as she lounges casually in a caramel-colored leather chair.  "I remember going to...

Travel

The Frisco Resort That Checks All Your Staycation Boxes

The Omni PGA Frisco Resort has it all Article by Gabby Cullen If you’re looking for a quick staycation there’s no better place than Frisco. Where else can you find football, soccer, shopping, history, and green space rolled into one? Just under an hour away from Fort Worth, whether you’re looking for shopping, outdoor adventures, sports, or fine dining, you’ll find it in Frisco. And while there are several resorts and hotels to choose from, the Omni PGA Frisco Resort truly checks all the...

Food + Beverage

From Ballerina to Chef

The resilient Jenny Castor shares her unconventional tips for the perfect holiday plate Article by Hannah Barricks | Photography by Macka Photography Fort Worth Chef Jenny Castor, owner of Luckybee Kitchen, never imagined she'd one day work with food. Her journey began far from the culinary world in the discipline of ballet, spending her early years training with the Fort Worth Ballet and earning an apprenticeship with them after three summers of training with the prestigious School of...

Fitness

Holiday Stretch Guide

Ring Reforms Pilate's Tips for Destressing during the Holidays Article by Shannon Spake | Photography by Macka Photography Meet Lindsay, a California native, who has found her heart in Texas. After years of leading group fitness classes during her career in health and wellness, she turned her lifelong passion into a thriving new business with her boutique studio, Ring Reforms Pilates. Lindsay's journey to entrepreneurship is fueled by her love of movement and wellness, which she now shares...

Food + Beverage

Stockyards to Stovetops

A Taste of Fort Worth’s Finest Chefs and Their Cookbooks Article by Hannah Barricks Fort Worth's culinary scene is as diverse as it is dynamic, with many passionate chefs sharing their knowledge and expertise inside cookbooks after years of traveling the nation, honing their skills, and gleaning new techniques to bring back home. West Fort Worth compiled a list of four such culinary masters, local legends Scotty Scott, Grady Spears, John Bonnell, and Tim Love, who penned cookbooks that reflect...

Travel

The Boutique Hotel in Scottsdale Blending History with Modern Fun

Hotel Valley Ho's mid-century vibe is perfect for a chic getaway Article by Gabby Cullen Imagine entering a hotel lobby and feeling like you’ve entered an episode of Mad Men or wandered into 1960s-era Palm Springs. Hotel Valley Ho, a family-owned boutique property, nestled amongst the shopping and fine dining of Old Town Scottsdale, offers guests exactly that. Originally opening in 1956, and returning to its glory after an impressive renovation in the early 2000s, this urban oasis is now...

Food + Beverage

Destination Nowhere

A Fort Worth couple finds abundance in Alaska Article by Hannah Barricks | Photography by Macka Photography In a remote corner of Alaska, far from any vestige of city life, Fort Worthians Amy and Kemp Laidley maintain a unique existence. The couple, who spend their summers in the isolated mountains among the bears and bog, find refuge in their rustic lodge on the serene shores of Lake Clark near Port Alsworth, accessible only by plane or boat.  Amy and Kemp's lakeside lodge is simple without...

Food + Beverage

Fitness Director of Vigor Active Provides 3 Easy Recipes

Article and Photography by Kelsey Salton, B.S. Kinesiology & Health, Precision Nutrition L1 Coach, ACSM-CPT, NASM-CES and WHS, is a certified nutrition coach and fitness professional who emphasizes the importance of not only physical but mental health in daily practice. Her approach to nutrition focuses on creating sustainable healthy habits for every individual’s lifestyle. As the Fitness Director of Vigor Active she effectively coaches her clients to healthy lifestyles while leading her team...

Home + Design

Five Tips for Organizing Your Home

Yes, it gets worse before it gets better. Article by Hannah Barricks | Photography by Macka Photography An organized home helps families feel settled, but many find the process stressful. Starting small and enlisting an expert can mitigate any pesky, overwhelmed feelings telling you to sell your house as you stare at an overflowing craft drawer or teenager's closet. Kami Ford, a professional organizer from Fort Worth's Deklutter with Kami, takes us room-by-room, sharing her trade tips and...