February 2017
When you consider how many small businesses surround you in your everyday life, it is impressive to think about the amount of time, commitment and labor these hard working individuals contribute to making their businesses come to life and stay alive. As big as their impact is, small businesses depend on individual customer support to be successful and keep their shops open. Isn’t it about time we showed them some love?
Model: Dallas Jeandemange
Photographer: Marc Rains
Clothes courtesy of Jules Boutique
Features
Lipshtick Laughs
With an honest, raw and usually no-holds-barred act that helps her work out personal issues, Whitney Cummings has no capacity for embarrassment.
READ MOREClowning Around
Trade in the monotony and pressures of life for some laughter, silliness, non-creepy clowns, acrobatic acts and yes, elephants, at the Akdar Shrine Circus.
READ MOREAuto-Exotica
With over a thousand vehicles inside, automotive lovers can stroll through the Darryl Starbird show, feasting their eyes on some of the most beautiful, innovative and powerful cars ever built.
READ MOREThink Small, Buy Local
Many Americans frequent chain stores without considering their local merchant or other small business options. But shopping local can be rewarding, fun, and even cost-effective.
READ MOREV-Day the New Way
Whether you’re single, coupled up, somewhere in between or hanging with besties, get out of a rut this Valentine’s Day with these creative activities that don’t include chocolates and roses.
READ MOREThe New Fight Club
People are increasingly taking to the mats to practice Brazilian jiu-jitsu, a combat sport used by mixed martial arts fighters. But the training benefits also reach well outside the match zone.
READ MOREThe Reel Deal
Slot machines are games of pure chance, requiring no skill whatsoever. So why are casino-goers so enamored with all the bells and whistles?
READ MOREAmp It Up
The OklaHomeGrown Music Showcase gives emerging stars and under-the-radar music acts the opportunity to expand their reach and fan base from within the historic Cain’s Ballroom.
READ MOREDine + Drink
Grape Expectations
Picking out a great bottle of cabernet sauvignon at the liquor store, or even just a glass of sauvignon blanc while out for a nice meal, isn't as hard as some wine connoisseurs might make you think.
READ MOREGratifying Grill
From the confines of a nearly 100-year-old landmark, the Atlas Grill honors downtown Tulsa’s rich heritage with blue-plate specials, comfort food and catering meals that have stood the test of time.
READ MOREAsian Sensation
Mandarin Taste coalesces the cuisines of the Far East into one sumptuous whole with hot pot, dumplings, seafood and spicy and flavorful Szechwan food options.
READ MOREFamily First
La Roma’s combination of Italian pizza and Mediterranean dishes, married with the love the owners have for each other and their customers, is special and unique.
READ MOREBaking Sweet Memories
Whether it’s a baby shower cake, a birthday cake or a wedding cake that stands as a true testament to your love, very few confectionary challenges are beyond the grasp of The Cake Lady.
READ MOREFood for Thaw
Whether it’s chewy, gooey, creamy or meaty, hearty comfort food — especially in the colder months — is like an electric blanket for the soul, warming you from the inside out.
READ MOREBest Bets
Best Mac and Cheese
Put down that Kraft box and check out the 918’s best spots for tantalizing (and powder-free) mac and cheese dishes, with nuances ranging from pork belly and bits of bacon to crunchy breadcrumb toppings and fitting as many gooey cheese as possible into a single batch.
READ MOREBest Antique Shops
Collecting antiques and vintage items is a passion shared by many people, from the casual collector to the serious dealer. Despite the modern age of convenience, the enthusiasm with which people seek out these historic treasures remains undiminished.
READ MOREDepartments
Living Simple
Spurning many modern conveniences, the Chouteau Amish, with their strict beliefs, traditional dress and giving nature, are living and enjoying life side by side with modern Oklahomans.
READ MORETraining Gaffes
So you’re busting your butt, but after all the sweat sessions you’re not seeing the payoff? Whether you’re a fitness newbie or a hardcore gym buff, you’re probably making some common blunders.
READ MOREScream Machines
Riders piloting indoor motorcycles on steroids will be looking to avoid coming off like “squids” or getting “cased” as the dirt devils flip, jump and push for a holeshot, points and cash. Brraaap!
READ MOREDesign-Forward Repurposing
Comprised entirely of shipping containers, The Boxyard brings a new kind of aesthetic to Tulsa — the kind of minimalistic, industrial chic that is usually only associated with larger metropolises.
READ MOREDazzle Your Date
Can’t decide what to wear on that first date? Think outside the usual staples with a look that is amazing, comfortable and maintains your personal style.
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