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…
Need something quick, healthy and easy to make for breakfast? Quinoa egg white muffin bites are a great option that you can freeze or refrigerate for later. We all know that quinoa is pretty bland by itself, so adding spices and vegetables is crucial to get some flavor. I usually dice up about half of…
Starting today, it’s wings up around Arkansas. And that doesn’t mean planes – it’s birds. This weekend is the 2019 Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC). From Friday, Feb. 15 through Monday, Feb. 18, birding enthusiasts can help researchers learn more about birds by counting birds and reporting their findings online. The findings help the Cornell…
Congratulations to all the lucky love bugs out there! Enjoy your Valentine’s Day, weekend and everything that follows. Don’t put too much stress on yourself and have fun! For everyone else, we have some bad news. Arkansas was recently named the one of the worst states to be a single person. In fact, the Natural…
Nothing quite sets the mood for Valentine’s Day like a great love song. And in the Natural State, we have no shortage of great musicians with classic or soon-to-be-classic love songs. From the brash to the sensitive, these songs represent some of the best of Arkansas’ love songs. But first – what’s an Arkansas love…
Sarah Woolf of Follow the Woolf has your guide to Arkansas’ music scene. This week, go see Christone “Kingfish” Ingram, Lyle Lovett & John Hiatt and more. Around Little Rock Thursday 2/14 Heart & Soul: Trey Johnson/ South on Main– 1304 Main St. / 5-10 For seated reservations, there’ll be a tasting menu of three courses for…
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. Thursday Feb. 14 through Sunday, Feb. 17 What: Book of Mormon Where: Robinson Performance Hall When: Thursday, Feb. 14: 7:30 p.m., Friday, Feb. 15: 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Feb.…
At AY Magazine, we love all things Arkansas and all things BBQ. When you put the pair together, you have perfection! One of our favorite local barbecue companies, Woody’s Bar-B-Q Sauce Co., recently claimed a top prize at the Fiery Food Challenge Awards in Irving, Texas. Woody’s won the coveted Golden Chile award for the Cook-Off:…
Cupid is making his rounds this week, and romance is in the air. If you’re still undecided about where to go or what to do this weekend for Valentine’s, AY has your back. AY Publisher stopped by The Vine this morning to talk to Laura Monteverdi about the most romantic spots in Arkansas. Heather listed her top…
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and everybody’s looking for the perfect Valentine’s date. But where’s the best place to take your sweetie pie? Fortunately, Arkansas is a treasure trove of romantic getaways. We’ve picked out a few of our favorites from around the state. Eureka Springs Eureka Springs is the perfect place to…
