Life + Culture

What's New at Park Place

Photography by Janie Jones Park Place in Leawood has four exciting new additions that are bringing fresh flavors and unique experiences to the community. Whether you’re looking for a family outing, a romantic dinner or a wellness retreat, there’s something for everyone at Park Place.  A beloved name in Kansas City’s culinary scene, Aixois brings its classic French bistro experience to Park Place. Known for its beautiful outdoor patio and intimate dining room, Aixois is perfect for any...

Food + Beverage

Enjoy Pure Food + Drink:

Clean Cuisine for the Busy, Balanced Life Article by Jamie Segall | Photography by Janie Jones Enjoy Pure Food + Drink, located in Mission Farms is a restaurant that centers its experience on quick, healthy options paired with thoughtful cuisine. We all know finding healthy menu items that are actually delicious can be hard to do. Enjoy Pure Food + Drink provides food, beverages, and atmosphere that tends to the whole self and provides health benefits along with flavors to savor - all with a...

Food + Beverage

Kansas City's signature cocktail 

Article by Holly Twaddell The Horsefeather is sweet 'with a little heat' cocktail that is perfect for anyone! The Horsefeather is a midwestern whiskey-based twist on the classic moscow mule. Let’s talk about this KC favorite, how it became what it is today, and how to easily mix up your own.  So where does this Kansas City cocktail story start? Most mixologists agree it is from a combination of three origin stories:  There was a recipe published in The Kansas City Journal in 1898, that called...

Food + Beverage

Scratch Gourmet Kitchen

Article by Allison Swan | Photography by Janie Jones Scratch Gourmet Kitchen has undergone a remarkable transformation since the restaurant's grand opening. What began as a pandemic-era project has rapidly grown into one of Kansas City’s premier dining and catering experiences. Tyler Morrison is the owner and founder. “In July of 2023, Scratch evolved into a destination casual fine dining restaurant focused on creating memorable moments for our guests with a service-forward, small dining...

Food + Beverage

A Winter Wonderland Awaits at Chicken N Pickle

Article by Lauren Powers As the temperatures drop and the festive spirit fills the air, Chicken N Pickle invites you to experience the magic of the holiday season at their North Kansas City and South Johnson County locations. This year, visitors can immerse themselves in a winter wonderland filled with unique holiday-themed activities, cozy igloos, and more, making it the perfect destination for family gatherings, date nights, and holiday celebrations. Both Chicken N Pickle locations will...

Food + Beverage

Ground Control

Article by Jenny Vergara | Photography by Janie Jones Chef Celina Tio is going back to her fine dining roots with the opening of Ground Control, her 20-seat tasting room, created to highlight a wide variety of cocktails made from her new spirits label, ANNX Spirits Co. and located in the newly remodeled lower level of the building where Tio also operates The Belfry and Gerard’s Pool Hall at 15th and Grand Boulevard.   The bar is intimate and just quiet enough to hold a conversation. It...

Entertainment

Brewfest Season is Here!

Enjoy a Sip and a Stroll While Supporting the Friends of the Arboretum Article by Linda Ditch | Photography by Andrew Rossi The 9th annual Botanical Brewfest takes place on October 19th from 7 to 10 pm. Guests will enjoy a crisp Autumn evening filled with beer tasting, live music, delicious morsels and fun times at the Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens. The proceeds go to Friends of the Arboretum, a part of The Arts & Recreation Foundation of Overland Park. The group supports...

Food + Beverage

Discovering Tradition and Taste at Grand Coffee Company

Article by Lauren Powers | Photography by Janie Jones Nestled in the heart of Kansas City, Grand Coffee Company has quickly become a beloved staple for locals seeking a taste of Italy mixed with Midwestern charm. With its two locations, one downtown near Crown Center and off Shawnee Mission Parkway, this family-owned business offers more than just a caffeine fix—it's a testament to a rich culinary legacy that spans generations. Grand Coffee Company’s roots run deep in Kansas City's food scene...

Beauty

Update your fall wardrobe with Clothology

Photography by Janie Jones

Style + Beauty

Historical Fashion Collection

at the Johnson County Museum Article by Allison Swan | Photography by Janie Jones Joy Rhodes is the esteemed Department Chair of Fashion Design and Merchandising at Johnson County Community College. She is delighted to announce an exciting exhibit called “Free to Be...A 1960s Fashion Revolution” that delves into the dynamic world of 1960s women's fashion. This display showcases clothing that epitomizes the era's spirit of self expression and cultural transformation. “The JCCC Historical...