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Photography by Brandi Stage Portraiture Starr Chapman sees in each new day an opportunity to do something remarkable. And as partner/manager of Rum Kitchen restaurant in Waveland, she performs plenty of extraordinary feats — many of which are edible. “There are so many wonderful flavors in this world,” Chapman says, “and combining them and creating […]
A native of McComb, Mississippi, Chef Austin Sumrall has harbored a lifelong love of cooking. His talent has earned him recognition as a James Beard Award semifinalist, considered the Oscars of food awards. He also holds the title “King of American Seafood” after his victory in the August 2021 Great American Seafood Cookoff, held in […]
AMBER LORD is no stranger to all things beauty. She has been in the beauty industry for 15 years and has owned her salon in Ocean Springs, Salon Rouge, for 14 years. Lord lives in Ocean Springs with her husband, Joshua Lord, and their three fur babies, where they also own Blue Dog Bistro. Lord’s […]
BEFORE MY TRANSFORMATION Before my transformation, I knew that I was “letting myself go,” but I was at a point in life where I didn’t even care. I knew I wasn’t happy with how I looked or felt, but I was so unmotivated to make a change. I wasn’t in the best place physically or […]
Over the last few years, outdoor spaces have increasingly become the preferred destination for gathering with family and friends. More than ever, our backyards, patios, pergolas, decks and gardens are becoming places of refuge where we connect with nature and each other. Here are some ideas for bringing ambience, beauty and function to your outdoor […]
If you are looking for a sophisticated, yet casual, high-quality Southern dining experience, look no further than Cornerstone Restaurant. Owner Tommy Jackson opened the eatery in Pascagoula in 1997 as a small sandwich shop and deli, then he expanded the menu with seafood and steaks shortly thereafter. Jackson moved his restaurant over the bridge to […]
Celeste O’Keefe is co-owner of DANCEL Multimedia, along with her husband, Danny O’Keefe. This year, she has been chosen colleen for the Hibernia Marching Society. In this role, she says, her responsibilities include “representing the organization and the Irish at our events and bringing Irish cheer to all!” She will serve a full year as […]
