A non-stop flight to Phoenix from Tulsa starts your Scottsdale, Ariz. vacation perfectly.  Shuttling to the off-site rental car offices takes some time, as these aren’t available at the airport. Yet, 20 minutes or so later, you’ll arrive in the stunning suburb of Scottsdale. Pristine stucco architecture of adobe-style houses, bordered by fanning desert palms and towering cacti, are encircled...
Oklahomans can get into the spirit of the season early as a variety of activities and events are kicking off this month. Utica Square’s Lights On returns Nov. 25. See the shopping center come alive with thousands of lights in a tradition over half a century old. Other highlights in Tulsa include Philbrook’s Festival of Lights, running both day and...

Join the Fun

If you’re looking for a way to spend your Independence Day, Oklahoma’s got options. Tulsa offers FreedomFest at Tulsa River Parks on July 4; next is LibertyFest, running citywide in Edmond with daily activities until July 5; the Stars and Stripes River Festival, also through July 5, can be found in OKC’s Boathouse District; and the Grand Lake Fireworks...
The Annual Trend Forecast  In the words of Heidi Klum circa 2005: “You’re either in, or you’re out.” While she may have been talking about reality TV show contestants, the saying also works well for wedding trends. After all, something you may have on Pinterest just last year may already be démodé in 2025. But worry not – we’ve compiled...
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The Tulsa Performing Arts Center is full to the brim with performances this month. First, visit for Fantastique on Feb. 3. The show, created by Tulsa Symphony, includes a solo by concert master Rossitza Goza. Stick around for Tulsa Ballet’s Strictly Gershwin, Feb. 8-11. For more dance, try Ailey II on Feb. 13; the group is “universally renowned for...
If you can think of a category to celebrate, we’ve probably got you covered within our six expansive sections – Home, Services, Health and Wellness, Shopping, Entertainment, and Dining. We toast to Oklahoma’s best bars, salute our hardworking lawyers, sing the praises of local construction companies and give a standing O to our most mouthwatering burger joints.  And remember –...

The Best of the Best 2020

Between the months of December and March, you made your voices heard by voting online in a variety of categories. Now, the winners are in. That’s right – it’s time for The Best of the Best. During the last few months, it’s been proven that the adaptability of Oklahomans is unmatched; just look at the way business owners, clients and...

Blazing Tables

With the social strains of COVID-19 affecting the community, many people are still wary of venturing out to eat, putting the usual gatherings of friends and family on hold. One solution to the problem is the private, in-home chef experience. While there have long been chefs who specialize in this side of the business, one OKC newcomer offers an option...

Fresh Perspectives

In the Home A Look at the Trends  Current in-home trends reflect homeowners’ inclinations to nestle into the quiet luxury of understated opulence, rather than indulge in flashy design, says builder Kent Hoffman, owner of the OKC-based Kent Hoffman Construction. Instead of moving, today’s homeowners also want to improve their existing spaces. While the 2020 pandemic led to a rise in home...
Que Gusto South American gourmet food is the name of the game at Que Gusto, a hole-in-the-wall joint in downtown Tulsa. Handmade, organic and grass-fed cuisine awaits. Even better, there’s ample outdoor seating so you can enjoy the skyline and people watch while you nosh. Snacks kick off your dining experience, with options ranging from parfaits and morning oats to yucca...