If the title didn’t give it away, today is National Chocolate Cake Day — and any excuse to whip up a chocolate cake absolutely needs to be taken advantage of. As the most classic flavor of cake, vanilla versus chocolate argument aside, there are roughly an infinite amount of ways to make a chocolate cake;…
There are always great things to do in the Natural State, and AY About You has compiled some of the most exciting events in Arkansas this weekend. Listen to Heather Baker’s Weekend Plans every Friday morning on 103.7 the Buzz. Thursday, January 27 What: Open House Where: The Hall (Little Rock) When: 5…
Face Behind the Place: Mike Coats of Mike’s Place Mike Coats figured out early that in the hospitality business, as in life, it pays to surround yourself with talent and keep a smile on your face, parallel philosophies the 70-year-old employs liberally in his seminal Conway restaurant, Mike’s Place. This sense of…
Valentine’s Day Recipe: Mushroom Spinach Risotto Mushroom Spinach Risotto is one of my favorite sides to eat and make. It pairs well with almost any fish or meat you can think of to create a delicious dinner at home. This is best served immediately with parmesan cheese. Ingredients: 3 cups warm chicken…
Valentine’s Day Recipe: Nutella French Madeleines Madeleines are soft, spongy cakes that are the perfect end to any Valentine’s Day meal. The best part is that the batter is made in advance, so all you have to do is put them in the oven while you and your loved one are sitting down for…
Cupid & Ambrosia: Romantic Dinner Bucket List There it was again — a mysterious blip on the radar. Alternately hovering, then darting, this unidentified object had clearly targeted our airspace. Fighter jets were swiftly scrambled to ensure public safety. According to unnamed sources, the object was quickly identified and sent off with an enthusiastic…
Little Rock favorite Petit & Keet just announced that its signature cocktails are now available to-go. The cocktail list patrons are now able to take home includes: Peachy Keet: its signature frozen concoction (secret recipe). Whoa Blackberry Bramble Jam: tequila, lime, simple syrup, blackberry liqueur. The Nashville: Belle Meade Bourbon, China-China, Cocchi Torino,…
Publisher’s Letter: Feeling the Love I’ve never been too keen on Valentine’s Day. Don’t get me wrong, it’s always nice to be pampered and spoiled, wined and dined. But I’ve always held a greater affinity for the more familial of the major holidays — Thanksgiving and Christmas. This year feels different, though. Maybe it’s…
Food & Wine just released a listing of the “Best Bread in Every State,” and named Serenity Farm Bread in Leslie to the top spot in Arkansas. The news came at an already exciting time for the locally owned bakery, as Serenity Farm Bread is celebrating 30 years of business in 2022. “Back…
The “World’s Largest Hot Dog Chain” plans to build 20 Wienerschnitzel restaurants throughout Arkansas over the next 12 years, beginning with three stores in Northwest Arkansas to jump start the development schedule with Tejas Dogs LLC. “With personal roots in Arkansas paired with our extensive business experience, we found the perfect match with Wienerschnitzel…
