by PATRICIA O’DELL | photos courtesy of QUIXOTIC While many Kansas Citians have seen the artistic collaboration of Quixotic at events around town, some are unaware of the reach and scope of the performance company’s work. For the first time since its inception, the company will be offering regular shows near the Crossroads district. Quixotic…
by JENNIFER LAPKA | photos by BRAD AUSTIN As the leader of a fashion-focused organization, I often receive calls from the general public looking for a dressmaker. The person on the other end of the line has an idea of a dress she wants but needs someone to hone in and carry out her vision….
by STACY DOWNS | photos by ANNA PETROW Even before you’re served a cocktail at the new Fox and Pearl restaurant, you’re treated to a feast for the senses. Soaring 16-foot ceilings paradoxically feel warm and soothing like a hug from an old friend. The glow of light from leaded-glass windows and vintage fixtures shine…
by KELSEY CIPOLLA One in every 79 women will develop ovarian cancer in her lifetime. Kelly Cannova found out her mother was one of those women when she was diagnosed in December 2011. “I wanted to do something,” Cannova says of her mindset after hearing the news. “I didn’t want to be a person who…
words and photos by TOM STRONGMAN Since its introduction in 2015, the Macan has been one of Porsche’s best-selling vehicles and it’s not hard to see why. It is a near-perfect blend of a sports sedan and a utility vehicle: fun, yet practical, never boring. Think of it as a sports car you can take…
words by EMILY & STEWART LANE | photos by ANNA PETROW Emily Lane: Months before the actual day, Stewart and I had a lengthy discussion about what we would do for our wedding anniversary. When you’re married to a chef, it seems almost unfair to ask your partner to cook for his own occasion, so…
The GLC has always been one of the most popular models that Mercedes-Benz produces, so when they went to update it for 2020, it was important to keep the things that everyone loved. That’s why the majority of the changes are fairly subtle. On the exterior, new headlights and taillights add some extra style while…
Mercedes-Benz of Kansas City South, a leading high-end, luxury dealership in the Kansas City automotive market, is looking to add a qualified PARTS CLERK to our team! This is a part-time position, about 28 hours a week. This is an entry level position that allows the individual to learn the ins and outs of the Automotive Parts Department while…
words and photos by TOM STRONGMAN I think most people have yelled at their car at one time or another, but the 2020 Mercedes- Benz GLE takes voice recognition to a new level with control that is simple and intuitive. When you say “Hey, Mercedes,” it responds like Siri or Alexa. “Hey, Mercedes, I’m cold….
words by EMILY & STEWART LANE | photos by ANNA PETROW Emily Lane: Chef Michael Smith appears to have it all. He’s a James Beard awardwinning chef and has multiple restaurants in Kansas City with a fiercely loyal base of patrons. But he’s given us another reason to clamor for his food, this time surrounding…
