When my husband and I were first married, we rarely ate a meal at home. We were selfish DINKS (dual income, no kids) with no particular interest in cooking our own dinner, so we relied on fast food and restaurants for most of our meals. Nine years and two kids later, it’s exactly the opposite. I’ve had to learn my way around the kitchen and even how to be creative with ground beef because frankly, dining out is expensive.
If you have a family of four, or more, …

That store where they always have your size in your new favorite pair of shoes. The restaurant where they cook your steak just right. The bar where they always know your name. These are the things we love about our favorite local businesses. But what do you do when these places close? This feature is designed to spotlight some of those options.
Tanya’s Soup Kitchen (Formerly located at 725 E. Douglas)
A few years ago, I had the pleasure of attending a cooking demonstration at Wichita Center for the Arts by Tanya …

Donuts for lunch? Well, I say yes! Or at least an after-lunch snack?
If I had to pick 5 places I love to go in Wichita, The Donut Whole would definitely make that list. The Donut Whole isn’t all about donuts, either; it’s more of an experience. Whether you come for donuts, coffee, art, or live music, they’ve got you covered.
So what makes the Donut Whole different from all the other donut shops around? Each day the donuts are crafted from scratch from locally-sourced ingredients. And the variety! Dan, a donut …

Taking long walks along the river. I’m a total weenie. I hate the cold and I hate having to bundle up to go out. I’m definitely looking forward to a nice, long walk when I need to clear my head and maybe even get rid of that winter pallor. – Aimee Brock
My favorite outdoor activities are going on walks and having picnics. Going on a walk or a run in Sedgwick County Park is one of my favorite evening activities! – Maria Mannani
Once the weather starts to turn beautiful again, …

Guest post by Marco Benitez
Nestled in the rolling hills of the fertile Smoky Valley, Swedish heritage is alive and well. Välkommen till Lindsborg!
Lindsborg was settled in 1869 by a group of Swedish immigrants from the Varmland province of Sweden who envisioned a community rich in culture, learning, religion, business and farming.
These values remain strong as indicated by a city rich in the performing and visual arts. It is also home to the Smoky Valley School District and Bethany College, and multiple churches thrive there. Lindsborg is a place where businesses …