“It’s a love story as old as time: Boys meet chicken, boys fall in love with chicken, boys open fried chicken shop in Chicago.” This is the tale of 10Q Chicken as told by founders and childhood friends David Yoo and Will Song. After years of practicing law throughout Asia, David returned to the U.S…. Read more
Cuisine AuntDai is located in an unassuming spot on Saint Mathieu Street in Montreal, Quebec. Feigang Fei and his wife opened their Chinese restaurant in 2014, modestly hoping it would become a small place where families and friends could gather for good food and conversation. Little did they know, their business would be thrust into… Read more
Known for its rustic, red sandstone formations and eclectic art scene, Sedona, Arizona is a vacationer’s paradise. But mother-daughter duo Eboni and Peggy Howard weren’t drawn there solely by the breathtaking views—they were there for yoga. The pair attended a seven-day retreat, practicing baptiste power yoga for up to 16 hours each day. At the… Read more
A barbed-wire fence strewn with signs reading “Keep out” once served as the dividing border between Stapleton and Aurora, Colorado. That fence came down with the arrival of the Stanley Marketplace project, a development that transformed an abandoned, 140,000-square-foot aviation building into a thriving marketplace of independently owned Colorado businesses. From handmade empanadas to a… Read more
The mission of Denver-based Helix Painting is “to revitalize and enhance your home with unparalleled quality and service.” Owners Vanessa and Brandon Homuth are passionate about running a business that works hard to delight customers, and with the pandemic keeping people at home, they’ve been able to help customers freshen up their homes more than… Read more
Akera Sellers traveled extensively as a young professional in finance—and during that time, he had his fair share of coffee. He soon became fixated not only on the quality of the coffee beans, but on the freshness in which each cup was served. Exchanging banks for beans, Sellers founded Brickhouse Gourmet Coffee Tea & Co.,… Read more
It’s no secret that New Orleans is one of the most popular destinations in the United States, made even more highly sought after by its food scene. Commonly known as “The Big Easy” for its laid-back, easy-going vibe, the city is represented by an energetic nightlife, vibrant music scene, and eclectic cuisine. A melting pot… Read more
Settled on the California coast in Pacifica and Malibu, Traveler Surf Club & Coastal Outpost is a true gift for water lovers who enjoy playing in the Pacific. With ocean temperatures at 64 degrees Fahrenheit on a warm day and down to 50 during the winter, Traveler provides a place for much-appreciated hot showers after… Read more
Nestled in the quaint Chicago suburb of Evanston stands Hecky’s Barbecue. The neighborhood barbecue joint has been humbly rooted at the same street corner since 1983 when it first opened with no more than $100 in the cash register. Named Best Suburban barbecue by Better Magazine, Hecky’s attracts locals for its mastery of southside Chicago-style… Read more
In 2006, Sydney Perry was casually baking for just her family and friends. Fast forward almost 15 years later, and Sydney’s Sweets is having its busiest year yet. Born out of a genuine love for baking, Jermaine and Sydney describe their bakery as “a place where sugar and smiles come together to create a truly… Read more