When reservations opened for Heirloom at the 1907, they were snatched up in four minutes. Jason Paul, chef and owner, was astounded. Located in Rogers, this restaurant was previously in operation from 2014-2016, but when the building was purchased, the new owner did not renew the restaurant’s lease, so it closed. “I was surprised because we…
by Juliana Goodwin Clothing and Accessories Provided by Scarlet | Photography by Jamison Mosley Spring has arrived, and summer is just around the corner. That means it’s the best time of year for a picnic, as temperatures beckon for blankets on the lawn and provisions under a blue Arkansas sky. So, shake out that blanket because…
When Havana Tropical Grill opened in 2011 in Rogers, the first two years were rough. For starters, owner Francisco Galdamez struggled to find suppliers for his authentic Cuban food. He ordered the spices online, bought the few plantains that Walmart stocked, but it took years before a food vendor could sell him bread for his Cuban…
By Juliana Goodwin When Sam and Anna Russell moved to Bentonville in January 2016, they immediately noticed a void in the dining scene. “We have an incredible lunch scene and anything you could want for dinner, but the breakfast niche was missing,” says Anna. “Why is no one filling this void?” Breakfast is Anna’s favorite…
by Juliana Goodwin Six miles from Norfork, nestled in the wilderness overlooking a tranquil stretch of the White River, is River Run, a renowned restaurant that is part of PJ’s White River Lodge. Despite its remote location, weekends are often booked so reservations are strongly encouraged. The wrap-around deck, with views of the river, is a…
by Juliana Goodwin Mardi Gras in Eureka Springs started as a small affair, but it has transformed into big fun. In 2006, Dan Ellis, a New Orleans native who moved to Eureka Springs after being displaced by Hurricane Katrina, longed for Mardi Gras celebrations back home. He founded the “Krewe of Krazo,” which is Ozark spelled…
Down a flight of stairs in the basement of the New Orleans Hotel in Eureka Springs is one of the most romantic restaurants in the Arkansas’ Ozarks: Le Stick Nouveau. If you want to get spicy this Valentine’s Day, this is the place to be. This fine dining establishment has a seven course tasting menu for…
It’s hard to miss Nyx Café Restaurant & Bar, located at 85 S. Main St., in Eureka Springs. At night, the windows are illuminated in sapphire neon lights, giving the historic building a warm glow. Located downtown, Nyx occupies the space that used to be the Wagon Wheel Tavern in a building that dates back to…
Who could have guessed that a glass of spilled champagne would lead to a popular Bentonville restaurant? In 1995, Arkansas native and aspiring actress Paula Jo Chitty was living in New York City waiting outside an open air concert, when she spilled her glass of champagne on Frédéric Henry. He was a Frenchman newly arrived…
If you want to immerse yourself in an Arkansas craft beer experience, all you need to do is pop into Brews in Eureka Springs. The establishment exclusively serves Arkansas beer and has 12 on tap every day. The taps constantly rotate and there are nine breweries represented, so it’s a merry-go-round of ales, lagers, IPAS…
