A Culinary Odyssey- JK by Chef King blends Asian flavors with French flair
Oklahoma Magazine - July 28, 2024 - In the heart of Oklahoma City’s bustling Midtown, a new restaurant burst onto the scene like a fever dream of pink velvet and wisteria blossoms. JK by Chef King, the brainchild of culinary mavericks Josh Balan and King Dey, opened its doors in August of last year, bringing a dash of Miami glitz and Asian-French fusion to the Sooner State.
The secret sauce for successful corporate events: Hiring a professional emcee
Idaho Business Journal - As any corporate meeting planner knows, putting on a successful event requires a dedicated amount of preparation and attention to detail. While professionals focus on booking the venue, lining up the speaker and arranging the catering and A/V, one element often gets overlooked that can take an event from good to great: Hiring a professional master of ceremonies (MC or emcee).
Corn Dance: Loretta Barrett Oden’s Native American Cuisine
Aug. 25, 2024 - COWBOYS & INDIANS MAGAZINE - Indigenous chef Loretta Barrett Oden packs a lifetime of experience and inspired First American cooking into her new cookbook.
The Abolitionists, Suffragettes and Rebels of New York’s Finger Lakes Region
ROVOLOGY - I had ventured into The Finger Lakes region of New York for fall leaf peeping, winery visits, and hikes among New York State’s thundering waterfalls, but instead, I found myself reeling with the history of people who created a life of freedom and equality for me.
My Boyfriend & I Lived Together for 28 Years - We Never Spent a Christmas Together
BUSINESS INSIDER & YAHOO NEWS - In the 28 years we lived together, my boyfriend and I never spent Christmas together. While our breakup had nothing to do with Christmas, I still wonder if we missed out on memories.
‘Native Tongue’ - Q&A With Osage Author Chelsea Hicks
COWBOYS & iNDIANS - Osage author and Oklahoman Chelsea T. Hicks debuted her first book to rave reviews. C&I talks to her about writing and her fight to preserve heritage languages.
‘Taking the Place of Three Men’
Idaho Business Journal - A well-trained herding or ranch dog can sell for sometimes up to $25,000 to $30,000 each (though usually in the $5,000 to $7,000 range), but their value to ranchers and livestock owners is priceless. The newest breed of dog trainers also has a woman’s touch.
Oklahoma Legislators Make a Case for Cockfighting
Ambrook Research - The bloody sport has been illegal for decades, but a powerful state lobbying group — and some sympathetic politicians — are pushing back.
Just Getting Started - A combination of Peruvian, Asian and Latin flavors define James Vu’s cuisine at La Brasa
Oklahoma Magazine - Known for its Asian-Peruvian fusion dishes, the restaurant presents an upbeat, Miami-style vibe. Colorful and lively with greenery hanging from the ceilings and street art decorating the massive space, the restaurant combines the flavors Vu grew up with and the different fusions of Latin American countries he loves.
NFL Hall of Famer launches EIGHT Elite Light Lager in Oklahoma
The Journal Record - An Austin-based beer company, founded by a former professional athlete and Dallas Cowboys star Troy Aikman, launched its signature light lager in Oklahoma on Monday, marking the first expansion for the 90-calorie Eight Elite Light Lager.
Climate Changes Oklahoma’s ‘Butterfly Effect’
The Journal Record - Numbers from the annual Monarch Butterfly overwintering count in Mexico were released earlier this month, and the news was more dire than expected.
Why You Should Visit Craters Of The Moon National Monument In 2024
Travel Awaits - Next year marks the centennial anniversary of Craters of the Moon as a national monument and the celebration will include themed programs, special events, and more stargazing than ever before.
The Quest to Save the World’s Most Coveted Chocolate
The Smithsonian Sept/Oct. 2023 - For these ambitious scientists in the rainforests of Ecuador, helping the environment has never tasted so sweet
On The Cover - The True Story Behind ‘Killers of the Flower Moon’
Cowboys & Indians - The new Martin Scorsese movie masterpiece lays bare a shocking chapter in American history and thrusts Oklahoma and the Osage Nation into the Hollywood spotlight.
The Best Things To Do In Guthrie, Oklahoma
SOUTHERN LIVING - Guthrie may be one of Oklahoma’s most historic towns to visit, but it offers modern luxuries, a lively music scene and plenty of modern-day adventures.
10 Best Lakes Oklahoma For Relaxing By The Water
Southern Living - A landlocked state may not be the first spot that comes to mind when you think of waterfront fun, but Oklahoma's lakes will easily tempt you think again.
The Women Who Logged 18 Months in the Arctic
Sierra Magazine - Taking what they learned about how climate change is affecting the world’s most delicate ecosystems, Strøm and Sorby are promoting dialogue about it through the educational outreach platform they launched, Hearts in the Ice.
I Just Did The Polar Plunge In Antarctica — Here’s Why I Can’t Wait To Do It Again
Travel Awaits - We had just done our first Polar Plunge, and our first time was in the bay at Deception Island, Antarctica. As they say, if you’re gonna go, go big! The Polar Plunge was the ice cube on top of the frozen cake, and here’s why I can’t wait to do it again.
6 Budget-Friendly Activities In Anchorage To Experience The Best Alaska Has To Offer
Travel Awaits - To make the most of those hard-earned vacation dollars, here are six budget-friendly experiences in Anchorage to experience the best Alaska has to offer.
4 Unique Adventures I Had Exploring The Equator In Quito, Ecuador
Travel Awaits - Exploring the equator in Quito, Ecuador, provides an opportunity to experience amazing natural and cultural landmarks, including the dividing line between the Northern and Southern Hemispheres.