Making Spirits Bright
Hosting the family? Attending a holiday gathering with pals? Alone at home and bored? These cocktails are just the ticket.
The Holiday Cocktail
1.5 oz. Grapefruit Vodka
.5 oz. Aperol
.75 oz. Simple syrup
.5 oz. Fresh lemon juice
A Berry White Christmas
2 oz. Spiced rum
2 bar spoons Cranberry preserve
1 oz. Lime juice
.5 oz Vanilla orgeat
Upgraded Eggnog
1 Egg
1 oz. Heavy cream
.5 oz. Maple syrup
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Evolution of the Oil Industry
While the global energy transition raises questions about the future of oil, Oklahoma’s legacy has stood the test of time. For more than a century, its oilfields have powered economies, built cities and shaped communities — making petroleum a big part of the Sooner State’s identity. We dive into the timeline of Oklahoma’s oil reign.Early...
Breakfast & Brunch
Tulsa
Queenie’sQueenie’s has been an iconic breakfast spot since Ruth Young founded it well over 40 years ago. When Brian Hughes took over circa 2020, he kept all the old and well-loved menu items, including the Q-hop, with pancakes, eggs and sausage, and added a few new dishes, such as huevos rancheros and pain perdu (custard French toast).
SavoyThe...
The Brain
Alzheimer’s vs. Normal Aging
According to the Alzheimer’s Association, it’s estimated that more than 7 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease and as the U.S. population aged 65 and older continues to grow, so will the number of individuals affected by Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. It’s not surprising then that nearly 4 in 5 Americans would...
Broken Arrow native Kristin Chenoweth says Jackie Siegel, subject of the new Broadway musical The Queen of Versailles, is “maybe the role I’ve been waiting to play my whole life.”
“The character of Jackie is a complicated, wildly different and outrageous character,” she shares. “At the core of her, Jackie is someone who has the shared desires of building a...
The Power of Two
Photos by Justin Miers Photography
A Bit on the Bold Side
A dramatic black and burl wood kitchen is a perfect fit for this classic home full of dramatic moldings and exquisite fixtures, wallpaper and furnishings — all designed by Melissa Fitzgerald, owner and lead designer of Kitchen Society Design based in OKC.
“These added touches bring a fun,...
A Spotlight on the Pros
Based in Oklahoma City, Eventures is a full-service event planning and rental company founded by Mary Ellen Alexander in 1994. Passionate about serving others, Alexander’s first foray in event planning was in San Francisco. Later, she moved to Dallas, where she gained catering and hospitality experience working at the Marriott.
At the time, the event...
The Changing Tides of Oklahoma Football
The University of Oklahoma football team, a member of the Big 12 Conference since 1996, made the move to the Southeastern Conference (SEC) in 2024. That shift had “an extremely positive impact on our football program and our fan base,” says associate athletics director Mike Houck. “When you’re a part of the best conference...
Oklahoma’s many success stories are written by those who keep their heads down and their communities moving forward. Among them are visionaries, problem-solvers, work horses and innovators who pour their talents into creating the greatest possible experiences, products, services and outcomes for their clients.
Whether they’re performing cutting-edge surgery, advocating for their clients in the courtroom, creating a building to...
Financial Wellness & Personal Finance
Real-Life Budgeting
With rising costs outpacing American salaries, old budgets no longer suffice. We consult the experts for practical budgeting strategies tailored to 2025’s economic realities.
“Start by tracking your spending for a full month,” says Andrew Iven, senior vice president and director of product strategy at BOK Financial. “That snapshot helps you understand where your money...
