Arts + Culture

Words Between Worlds

Author Hadley Hury's new novel bridges Florence and Memphis, exploring love, art and authenticity. Article by Jeannie Tabor | Photography by Amy Threadgill In At the Villa Borago , Hadley Hury’s newest novel, two worlds meet across oceans and eras—Florence and Memphis, love and loss, art and identity. The book unfolds with a sense of grace and intelligence that reflects not just the story’s characters but the man who created them. For Hury, a longtime Memphian, words have always been the way...

Home + Design

Designer Notes

Selena McAdams of Spruce Article by Amy Birdsong Golden “Oh, it was awful,” says Selena McAdams, lead designer and owner at Spruce, recalling one of her first design projects. “But it was all mine. Hunter green and yellow, blue ribbons feeding through cabbage roses. Decidedly 80s,” she says smiling. One year for Christmas, her mother presented a Spiegel catalog to redecorate her room. It was practice for her true calling. “It sparked something in me.” That spark, ignited by a thick catalog...

Shopping

Year of the Horse

Another Chance at a Fresh Start Arrives with the Lunar New Year Article by Amy Birdsong Golden If the "New Year, New You" resolve of January first has already faded, a more spirited beginning awaits. On February seventeenth, the Lunar New Year arrives, ushering in the Year of the Horse - defined by  unbridled energy, triumph, adventure and forward  momentum. The transition from the Year of the Snake to the Year of the Horse is a dramatic shift in tempo. Where the snake was about...

Food + Beverage

Galentine's Game Day

Celebrating friendship with easy snacks, bubbly drinks and game-night fun Article by Morgan Zanone | Photography by Sarah Voigt February is the month for love. And what’s more fun than celebrating that love with your favorite gal pals? Enter Galentine’s Game Day - a relaxed, laughter-filled way to honor friendship, connection and a little friendly competition. Forget the pressure of fancy reservations or elaborate menus. This celebration is all about cozy vibes, shared treats and quality time...

Arts + Culture

A New Chapter

Ballet Memphis enters a new chapter in its storied history Article by Margaret Ledbetter | Photography by Sarah Voigt Celebrating a 40th anniversary this year, Ballet Memphis welcomes its first Executive Director, Andrew Goldberg. Ballet Memphis will now move forward under a dual leadership model where Goldberg, as Executive Director, will oversee the administrative and operational functions of the organization. At the same time, Artistic Director Steven McMahon will continue to lead the...

Health + Wellness

Made to Move

Brooks Lowrance blends hydration, performance and flavor into runner-approved mocktails inspired by the St. Jude Marathon. Article by Kit Garrott Inspired by friends training for the St. Jude Marathon, Brooks Lowrance, Co-Founder of The Liquor Cabinet, wanted to understand what runners rely on most to support performance and recovery.  “I asked my friends what they typically use during their prep to get the best performance and recovery benefits,” Lowrance says. The consensus from Brooks’...

Arts + Culture

Where Creativity Takes Shape

Memphis’s New ShapeShifter Art School & Gallery - Built for Play, Courage and Transformation Article by Jeannie Tabor | Photography by Sarah Voigt Memphis has long been a city defined by the art it makes - visual, musical and cultural. Yet even in a place with such a storied creative legacy, true incubators of experimentation can be surprisingly rare. This fall, a new art school and gallery in east Memphis set out to change that. ShapeShifter Art School and Gallery, founded by artist and...

Food + Beverage

Cooking into the New Year

Mary Johnston shares fresh, flavorful ways to eat healthy this New Year. Article by Morgan Zanone | Photography by Sarah Voigt The New Year invites fresh beginnings and, often, resolutions to become a healthier version of ourselves. For many, that journey starts with shedding holiday pounds and embracing better eating habits. But sustaining a healthy diet requires planning ahead and organizing meals in advance. We all know whole foods trump processed ones, yet it’s easy to give in to cravings...

Home + Design

Designing with Soul

Emily Chastain transforms homes with vibrant style, thoughtful detail and authenticity Article by Jeannie Tabor | Photography by Sarah Voigt Interior designer Emily Chastain creates beautifully styled homes alongside meaningful experiences—one soulful, colorful, personality-filled space at a time. Her work radiates a point of view that is unmistakably personal—rich with color, layered with meaning and deeply connected to the stories of the people who inhabit those spaces. With a background...

Fitness

Power in Movement

Jenna Goode shares her philosophy, training approach and the empowering community behind Core Collective Broad. Article by Jeannie Tabor | Photography by Sarah Voigt We sat down with Jenna Goode, owner of Core Collective Broad (CCB), to explore the philosophy, training and community behind her Pilates studio located on Broad Avenue. Jenna shares insights into balanced movement, thoughtful instruction and the empowering wellness culture she’s cultivated—offering readers an inspiring look into...