Long, hot summer days lie ahead of us, and there’s no better way to keep the heat at bay than a refreshing dip in the pool. Diving into a pristine pool, breaking the surface of the water and coming up back up is a rite of passage during the summer months. But before taking the…
Torchy’s Tacos will soon open their first Arkansas restaurant on Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. in Fayetteville. The Texas-based taco shop’s website cites the new location will be at 1561 W MLK Blvd., beside Andy’s Frozen Custard. The company recently received state health department approval for the restaurant. The restaurant has yet to announce an…
Every week, there’s a wealth of great musical performances throughout Little Rock. From dive bars to swanky restaurants, music lovers can find some of the best musicians the Natural State – and the country – has to offer. But one of the shining jewels of this music scene is the Oxford American’s concert series at…
Stay “in the know” about all the great events going on around Arkansas. AY’s Publisher, Heather Baker, will tell you what the hot spots are this weekend. Tuesday, May 7 – Saturday, May 11 What: Bentonville Film Festival Where: Bentonville (Multiple Locations) Lights, camera, action:The fifth annual Bentonville Film Festival is this weekend! This six-day…
Combining the elegance of old world Europe with a modern touch, Jayson Cain is creating singular interior design work that is gaining notice. His interior design work is, in a word, timeless. Cain is best known for his impeccable taste in luxurious antiques. Incorporating unique pieces throughout a space, Cain is able to create a…
Mark your calendars! The Alex Foundation’s Inaugural Dessert Before Dinner benefit is set for Saturday, June 15, 2019, at the historic Trapnall Hall. There will be plenty of “bubbles and bonbons” to include wines, champagnes, non-alcoholic beverages and a wide variety of decadent delights for all. Come out support a great cause, sip champagne, eat…
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…
Have you told a teacher ‘thank you’ today? Every year, National Teacher Appreciation Day is observed on the first Tuesday in May. This is a date to honor teachers, mentors and instructors for their contributions – both in the classroom and out. John Wooden once said, “I think the teaching profession contributes more to the…
Whether it was Katy Perry’s LIT costume or Lady Gaga’s epic four outfit changes on the pink carpet, the Met Gala was sure to have a fashion statement to please even the wildest of tastes. This year’s theme for The Metropolitan Museum of Art‘s annual event was ‘Camp: Notes on Fashion’. We reached out to…
Little Rock is rolling out the welcome wagon for visitors tomorrow. As part of National Travel & Tourism Week, Little Rock officials and tourism industry leaders will greet passengers at the Bill and Hillary Clinton National Airport with a pep rally on Tuesday, May 7, at 2 p.m. During the pep rally, guests can meet…
