For the first time in over 30 years, the most prestigious cross-country race on the planet is back on American soil, and it’s chosen a spectacular stage: Tallahassee, Florida. On January 10, 2026, the world’s most formidable distance runners will…
A book is something of a perfect gift: it expresses the taste of the giver, reflects the passions of the receiver, and loops in the perspective of the author, reminding us that the world is always bigger than we see.…
STYLE NOTES GET STUDDED Dotted embellishments offer an edgy spin. GO OVERSIZE Play with various print scales for a fresh take. STAY NEUTRAL Stick with black and white for a classic look. HEAD START Giselle polkadot mesh wide headband ($128),…
When approaching the North Florida Wildlife Center in Lamont, you will begin to feel as if our region has transformed into an exotic realm. The massive oaks, pines, and trailing vines hide a place brimming with animals you might only…
Music lovers among the Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra were asked to help get it right. For the full 2024-2025 season of concerts, they listened. And after five performances during which guest conductors brought their best interpretations and most charismatic moves to…
I first visited Tallahassee in March of 2020 to attend an open house for Florida State University’s graduate creative writing program. I stayed downtown on Park Avenue, ate alone at the now-closed Goodie’s Eatery, and walked to campus and back…
The faint scent of hairspray mixed with the sharp sweetness of nail polish lingers at Meena’s Classic Touch Spa & Salon. Blow-dryers hum, brushes clink against countertops, and the quiet buzz of conversation fills each room. At the center of…
When Downtown Tallahassee transforms into a storybook wonderland for the thirty-ninth annual Winter Festival, it will feel as if you’re seeing the holidays once again through the eyes of a child. Lights will glow brighter. Music will ring louder. Every…
If you’re hosting this holiday season, channel your inner Nancy Meyers or Martha Stewart by creating a cozy, warm, inviting space. Your home can become their home, at least for the holidays. From the privacy of the guest room to…
Even the slightest shift in temperatures makes trading in our chilled cocktail glasses for a cup of the hot and soothing a decadent affair. Fire up your bar carts, and cozy up with these three winter warmers. Winter Blues If…
Sequins and silk. Jewels and glitter. Sweaters and stockings. During the holidays, our outfits level up. Between gatherings with friends, family, and coworkers, the holidays often have our social calendars booked with dinners, gift exchanges, parties, and more. When considering…
Growing up in Salt Lake City, Utah, I can remember the excitement of the 2002 Winter Olympics being held in my hometown. The International Olympic Committee selected Salt Lake seven years prior, after many failed attempts to secure the games.…
The Gem Collection, located at 3501 Thomasville Road, has been known for beautiful jewelry in Tallahassee for generations. Offering certified natural diamonds (including specialty cuts and fancy colored diamonds), lab-created diamonds, wedding and engagement rings, fine colored-stone jewelry, estate jewelry,…
Doesn’t it feel good to do business with a crew, a collective, or an expert you can really trust—one that goes above and beyond in the services they provide and makes the time you spend with them truly worthwhile? These…
The holidays are a wonderful, whimsical time of year when we get to transform our homes into a winter wonderland, even in the Sunshine State. We bring down boxes from attics and search stores for new pieces to add to…
In the distance, a piano throbs. Occasionally, someone sporting pink tights, a black leotard, and a tiny chignon runs by the door. Then the voice of a ballet teacher sings out, “And again … this time, higher!” But here, everything…
If you’re anything like me, seeing our snow-covered city this past January might have lit a fire under you (or frozen one). The icicles, the makeshift sledding, the cozy nights at home with a cup of tea … it’s a…
Doesn’t it feel good to do business with a crew, a collective, or an expert you can really trust—one that goes above and beyond in the services they provide and makes the time you spend with them truly worthwhile? These…
Whatever your vibe, there’s a jazz experience in Tallahassee for you. Whether it’s a classy dinner date or eating boiled peanuts and dancing to New Orleans riffs, you can find an offering somewhere in the city almost any night of…
When Daniel Renninger, proprietor of The Huntsman, decided to keep his doors closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas, it wasn’t a decision made lightly. “Working in the restaurant industry as I have for 25 years, you never really get time off,”…
Some trips are mere vacations, while others invite you into a different way of life. This is the case, if you let it be, when you visit Hotel Rangá (hotelranga.is) on Iceland’s southern coast. Tucked between active volcanoes and glacial…
Red and green are the traditional colors of the holiday season, and there’s one particuarly iconic way to display them. Poinsettias are the ever-popular potted plants that fit the color scheme. While they are native to Central America, poinsettias are…
Florida State University President Richard McCullough says there was a time in his youth when he didn’t study much or want to take classes that were particularly hard. As a matter of fact, he recalls a chemistry class that he…
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and our local neighborhoods shine with immersive holiday light displays. Grab some hot cocoa, load up the car, and visit these free winter wonderlands near Tallahassee. Jingle on Woodgate Way Catherine and…
If the holidays have you checking your list for meetups with old friends, family heading into town, coworkers to toast the year’s successes with, or even special memories for the kiddos, not to worry. Tallahassee’s restaurant scene is abuzz with…
What is a “dirty kitchen”? A dirty kitchen is essentially an extra kitchen where your cooking and prep can occur, leaving your main kitchen ready to serve as an unblemished entertaining hub. Is a dirty kitchen the same thing as…
Boasting hundreds of thousands of acres of pristine, protected wilderness, Franklin County is heaven for hikers. Within Tate’s Hell State Forest, visitors can traipse among ancient, 150-year old dwarf cypress trees, native pitcher plants, and coastal scrub ecosystems that populate…
Russell Carter recalls a different scene 17 years ago during winter along the coastal communities of Highway 30A than one would find today. Beaches were barren, restaurants shut down for the off-season, and crowds only manifested for the occasional local…
Pensacola in November has a rhythm all its own. The annual tradition of Foo Foo Fest transforms the city into a playground for the arts, where you can expect more than just concerts and gallery shows—you can expect the unexpected.…
Tallahassee homeowners and property managers must consider the importance of climate-resilient construction. The future will only bring more storms, making garage doors for hurricane-prone areas more vital than ever. Strong fixtures will protect some of the most vulnerable parts of…
The Tallahassee Ballet (TTB) proudly announces its 35th Evening of Music and Dance (EOMAD), a landmark performance that brings together past and present artistic voices in a celebration of music, movement, and collaboration. Founded in 1990 by Joyce (Straub) Fausone…
A harvest represents an abundance, and in the case of the ninth annual Harvest Wine & Food Festival occurring Oct. 16-19, this equates to a bounty of culinary creations, libations, and funds raised for the Destin Charity Wine Auction Foundation…
Children don’t have to be the only ones enjoying the Halloween spoils. Try pairing your childhood favorite candies with adult treats. Mairin Moore, owner of Hummingbird Wine Bar, advises which wines to pair with which candies based on their flavor…
If you were the kid who decked out their backpack in keychains or loved dangly charm jewelry, you may not have to grow up just yet. Whimsical, nostalgic, and just plain fun, adding charming charms and kitschy keychains to your…
Mystic Mycelium This earthy iteration of a Scotch Sour evokes an enchanted woodland, rich in flavor and layered with intrigue. Ingredients 2 oz. blended Scotch whisky, such as Monkey Shoulder 1 oz. fresh lemon juice 1 oz. egg white 1…
Madison Askins says her parents once told her that if she were ever shot, she should play dead because it might increase her chance of survival. It was advice Askins tucked away in her mind but hoped she’d never need.…
If you and your crew have a competitive streak, chances are you’ve tackled questions as a team at your favorite bar or restaurant. If you haven’t yet, trivia nights are the perfect way to bring a brainy group together for…
n Homer’s Iliad—an epic poem written almost 3,000 years ago—the mother of hero Achilles is Thetis, a sea nymph or nereid. Another type of water nymph was the naiad: beautiful, long-living creatures who resided in the mesmerizing world of fresh…
When thinking of Florida tourism, Mickey Mouse and sandy beaches might come to mind, but what about natural springs? The Big Bend region is overflowing with them, offering a refreshing alternative to the usual Florida hot spots. Formed when rainwater…
Bold colors You’ve heard the saying “go big or go home.” In this case, it’s “go big and go home.” Those who shy away from vibrant wall colors can instead opt to incorporate bold hues via textiles on pillows and/or…
As the saying goes, “You never get a second chance to make a first impression.” This is especially true when welcoming guests into your home. Jenn Shelby and Darica Smith, owners and founders of Neat Interiors & Design, specialize in…
Rooted in centuries of global tradition, fiber arts such as quilting, knitting, crochet, needlework, and weaving have long served both practical and expressive purposes. Often dismissed as “women’s work,” these techniques were historically undervalued in the art world despite their…
The wheels are cleaned, the helmets are on, the floor is marked with an oval track. The war paint is streaked, the skates are laced, the opponents take their places. It’s a summer Saturday, and the Tallahassee Roller Derby is…
Unlike our southern counterparts who have a uniform of shorts and sandals year-round, in Tallahassee, we experience glimmers of autumn that allow us to dabble in fall fashion. Even still, we aren’t decked out in thick knit turtlenecks or parkas.…
By all accounts, Jerome Stern was a heck of a guy. He was generous, brilliant, and fiercely devoted to the literary arts. A beloved professor and director of Florida State University’s Creative Writing Program, he championed both emerging and established…
With their uncanny ability to silently function in total darkness and hang out in creepy locales, it is no wonder that bats are the perfect icon for Halloween. Florida is home to 13 species—some common and some relatively rare. A…
In the world of soccer, athletic success is often dictated by the circumstances of your home address. That’s a realization that Ashlee Fontes, PhD, had when she played for the wildly successful and popular women’s soccer team at Florida State…
For the past 25 years, the Tallahassee Film Society (TFS) has been a haven for independent cinema. John Fraser, the nonprofit’s president, embodies the scrappy, resourceful spirit of the filmmakers he so passionately supports. He’s made a mission of celebrating…
Love is an infinite gift and offering we hold within our hearts. I believe there is no such thing as limited love, for the only thing limited is the time we have to share it. Love tends to expand when…
After almost a decade as an assistant coach in the NBA, former Florida State University point guard Luke Loucks has returned to his alma mater to replace Leonard Hamilton, his legendary former coach, who retired at the end of the…
