Photography by Wesley Hitt There is a saying in India: When God gives, He showers in abundance. Dr. Roopa Samant is the living embodiment of this wisdom. A primary care physician at CHI St. Vincent in Little Rock, Dr. Samant is managing three children, a husband, a career and her patients with a grateful […]
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National Park Service Centennial: Arkansas sites range from historic to outdoor treasures
“There is nothing so American as our national parks…” — Franklin D. Roosevelt January 2016 kicks off a year-long celebration of the National Park Service and its centennial anniversary as natural areas, historic monuments and other sites across the U.S. prepare to celebrate the occasion, which officially takes place Aug. 25, 2016. In Arkansas, […]
McNulty, Worthen Named to Arkansas Tourism Hall of Fame
Montine McNulty, executive director of the Arkansas Hospitality Association, and Bill Worthen, director of Historic Arkansas Museum, will be inducted to the Arkansas Tourism Hall of Fame. They will be honored during a luncheon Monday, March 14, 2016, at noon during the 42nd Annual Governor’s Conference on Tourism. The conference will be held in Springdale […]
Here’s How to Master the Perfect Hamburger Veggie Soup
I have a confession to make: I don’t know how to cook, but I can fake my way around it if I have a recipe to follow. When I found a basic hamburger vegetable soup recipe, I was able to tweak it over time into what my husband and I call the “perfect” hamburger veggie […]
Murder Mystery: Scott Jared
Scott Jared, Where Are You? Photographs by Janie Jones and courtesy of Pam Jared and Benjamin Jared This story originally appeared in AY’s March 2011 issue Top photo: A photo taken in the early 90’s of Scott Jared and his first wife Regina Perna. Cossey, a county ranger for the Arkansas Forestry Commission in […]
Nathaniel and His Chocolate Factory: A Q&A With the Man Behind Izard Chocolate
You’ve probably seen it on the shelves of your favorite coffee shops or name-dropped on the menus of your go-to breweries. The dark chocolate has started a new wave of artisan chocolate lovers in Little Rock, and the name Izard Chocolate has become a buzz word, sneaking into recipes and creating a sense of brand loyalty for dark […]
Hey, Arkansas Lovers! Here Are the Top 10 Places to Kiss in The Natural State
Jill Rohrbach, travel writer / Arkansas Department of Parks and Tourism With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, you might be looking for a special place to spend idyllic time with your sweetie. You can create a tale of love and adventure in Arkansas at numerous romantic places, but here’s a tip on 10 top […]
Share the Love With These 6 DIY Valentine’s Day Decorations
Ever miss those glue-covered, handcrafted Valentine’s Day decorations of your youth? Just because you’re not in elementary school doesn’t mean you can’t spread the love with some made-from-the-heart V-Day goodness. DIY your own lovely decorations that make the perfect backdrop for your dinner party or Galentine’s Day gathering, or make these works of art and […]
Make Café Bossa Nova’s Vegetais Assada at Home!
Since we opened our doors in 2002, Cafe’ Bossa Nova has loved serving fresh, authentic Brazilian cuisine to our loyal customers. Our famous Vegetais Assada mixes some of the best Brazilian ingredients into one delicious, marinara-topped dish. Want to try your hand at our Vegetais Assada? Our talented chef, Gage Barbe, is sharing our recipe so that […]
How to Make Party-Worthy Red Velvet Cupcakes
Raise your hand if you need a dessert for your Valentine’s Day dinner, or a sweet treat to send with your kids to their school parties! These famous red velvet cupcakes with cream cheese icing can’t be beat. The best part? It only takes 40 minutes — from preparation to cleanup — to whip ‘em up. […]
Shut Up! Walk the Moon is Performing at the Walmart AMP This Summer
Walk the Moon, the wildly popular indie-rock band behind the chart-topping “Shut Up and Dance,” is coming to the Walmart AMP with special guest MisterWives on Thursday, Aug. 11 at 7:30 p.m. “Shut Up and Dance” spent 22 weeks on Billboard’s Top 10 alternative rock radio with four consecutive weeks at #1. The song reached the Top 5 […]
Get a Jumpstart on Spring With This Floral Martini
Spring is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate than with a floral martini with all the tropical flavors? Bonefish Grill’s Wild Orchid Hawaiian Martini features fresh-squeezed lime juice, tropical-flavored rum, pineapple juice and coconut water — just the right amount of warm-weather vibes to get you through the last few weeks of winter. Plus, […]