Could you hear the girlie squeals in Central Arkansas yesterday? It was the women who were assembling at Sherwood’s Humble Crumb Bakery for its monthly High Tea. Scones and quiche and a soup? Yes, please. Yummy things that were so delicious in a quaint setting in what we think is the only High Tea in…
This month, we are raging. We’re raging for Cajun food. Throughout February, AY Publisher Heather Baker and KARK host Hilary Hunt will be traveling around Central Arkansas, finding some of the best Cajun food that the state has to offer. Being so close to Louisiana, it should come as no surprise that there’s a…
The Arkansas Fashion School (AFS) has made room for more aspiring fashion designers to join their fabric with the relocation to a new facility. Jamileh Kamran, fashion designer and founder of the Arkansas Fashion School, cut the ribbon to the new facility on Jan. 29. Making the move from their former space on Kavanaugh…
Nothing can beat the savory, saucy taste of pork that’s been cooked to tender perfection in a beautiful blend of spices. The al pastor taco at Diablos Tacos & Mezcaleria gives you this and so much more. Presented with a side of lime, salsa verde and salsa roja, this taco was visibly steaming and…
Junior League of Little Rock has partnered with Petit & Keet for At Home Date Night. This fundraiser, which includes a meal and virtual cooking class, will be held on Feb. 11. Tickets are now on sale and last through Monday, Feb. 8. There will be optional pick-up places at both Petit and Keet and the…
The calendar just made a leap to February (hello, leap year with your 29 days), but it’s still soup season. Am I right? I love a hearty soup that combines all the things: noodles, protein and cheese. This is perfect with crusty bread, a glass of pinot noir and a delicious salad. Lasagna…
For this week’s special edition of Hometown Heroes, AY About You is sitting down with a new officer in the North Little Rock Police Department. Over the next several weeks, we will be profiling several new officers. These officers will share with us their experiences, goals, and future plans as they protect and serve the…
Every month, AY About You outlines the night sky in these easily digestible guides. And stargazing in February is another one for the books. This month features local astrophotography from Arkansan Tony Milligan. You can find more of his spectacular photos on his website, Captured in Time. Moon Phases Third Quarter: Feb. 4 New Moon: Feb.…
Me & McGee, the popular North Little Rock market selling local fruits, veggies, meats and artisan goods, has announced it is teaming up with The Southern Standard to bring the food truck on site on a permanent basis. “Since the beginning of my time with Me and McGee Market, I’ve wanted a food…
Lonoke, the nice community east of Little Rock/North Little Rock, has a player in the brunch game. It’s the Grumpy Rabbit. Cute name. Good menu. Great staff. It is fronted by James Beard-nominated James Hale who made his name as a chef at his own restaurant, Acadia, and then at the Capital Bar…
