Today the gates are opening, and the 2019 Arkansas racing season is off! Oaklawn Racing & Gaming is kicking off its annual season in Hot Springs, and while it might be a later start than usual, it’s a welcome return for Arkansans and visitors from across the world. The later season start, according to Oaklawn…
When you think of iconic Arkansas foods, it might be easy to overlook one of the most famous delicacies the Natural State has to offer. Sure, the obvious picks are fried catfish, thick barbecue sandwiches (of course, the type of rub and sauce is always up for debate) and Delta tamales. But you’d be leaving…
Sarah Woolf of Follow the Woolf has your guide to Arkansas’ music scene. This week, go see Amy LaVere, Amanda Shires and more! Around Little Rock Thursday 1/24 Koe Wetzel with Stephen Neeper & The Wild Hearts/ Revolution Music Room – 300 President Clinton Ave /Doors open at 7, show at 8:30 / $15 advance, $18 day of show…
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, Jan. 24 What: 25thanniversary screening of Pulp Fiction Where: CALS Ron Robinson Theater When: 7 p.m. It’s time to go to the movies again! CALS Ron Robinson…
All we need now is a little sunshine and some warmth, right? Until then, your drink go-to is probably a hot coffee or tea. Downtown Little Rock is home to a cool coffee place (actually two locations now) called Nexus Coffee. Amy Moorehead is the cute gal with the headband and big smile who will…
It’s almost time for a new AY issue! This Friday, you can pick up the February issue of AY Magazine at a newsstand near you. In February, we look at the great places to live in Arkansas. We’re profiling the best spots to live in throughout Central Arkansas, and we hope our guide can help you. AY Publisher…
Private dining guests at Little Rock’s Capital Hotel are treated to an experience unique not only to Little Rock but beyond. “We have really unique facilities and because of that we have really unique capabilities,” says Chuck Magill, the Capital’s director of sales and marketing. Magill, who arrived at the Capital from New Orleans “on…
You know the billboard, on I-40 by the big church, that sparkles in the sunlight? That stunner shows a ring from Cecil’s Fine Jewelry. Yet it’s the other stunning pieces that have made me a loyal fan since the 90s for the same reason everyone who shops there will tell you – that owner Becky…
Think back to shoulder pads and parachute pants and leg warmers. Now that you’re there, get ready to meet Sue Ellen Ewing, I mean, Linda Gray, in Little Rock in April. Gray is the featured speaker for the 30th annual Baptist Health Foundation Bolo Bash to benefit the nursing continuing eduation and nursing scholarships at…
This weekend was a cold one, wasn’t it? I got to thinking after I had whipped up a pot of taco soup, I sure would have loved some of the cheese bread I made years ago. It’s so warm and comforting. It’s high in carb, fat and flavor, which is why I eat everyday. Try…
