Tallahassee Magazine - July-August 2025

Ashley Guy

When Ashley Guy opened the doors to her first Tallulah store, she wasn’t just starting a business—she was creating a new category of wellness. Today, Tallulah sets the standard for plant-based retail, legal psychedelics, and functional self-care across the Southeast.…

The Big Chill

Frosted Starlet A lavish spin on the provocative Porn Star Martini, this icy granita is destined to be a showstopper at any summer gathering Ingredients 2 oz. Chinola Passion Fruit Liqueur 2…

Stitched Together

Imagine looking down the street and seeing someone wearing a long, wide-leg, grey-dusted pair of sweatpants with a pair of green-turf Birkenstocks. Now, while you might imagine this would be on the streets of Manhattan, this sight may be seen…

Game Changers

Basketball has always been more than just a sport—it’s a lifestyle, a culture, and a way to express yourself. For years, the focus has been on performance: how fast you can run, how high you can jump, and how hard…

Finding Peace in Color

In a world that moves too fast, where stress piles up like unread emails and self-care feels like a luxury, one Tallahassee studio is redefining what it means to heal. At Breathe in Color Arts & Wellness Studio, wellness isn’t…

Unique Boutiques

Whether you’re searching for rare vinyl records, handcrafted jewelry, or forgotten treasures from the past, Railroad Square offers a world of possibilities. Three standout shops—Talquin Trading Company, Cap City Video Lounge, and The Other Side Vintage—embody the district’s rich history, commitment…

A Braw Day at Maclay

T’was a bonnie day, it was! A spring morning near the lake—with the birds chirpin’ and the pipes pipin’. And the pretty tartans a-flappin’ in the breeze! Oh sorry, Tallahasseeans, for the brogue and the burr. But April 6—known in…

Wanderlust in Watercolor

Tallahassee artist René Lynch has a knack for making friends wherever she goes. A seasoned traveler with a passport full of stamps, she’s eager to strike up conversations with strangers, learn from locals, and gather inspiration for her lush watercolor…

The Little Mercies

On a sweltering summer day at the Florida Folk Festival, a crowd of music lovers packed the performance tent to hear the toe-tapping tunes of fiddle, banjo, and harmonies wafting in the humid air. They were gathered to hear The Little…

How the Sausage is Made

July is National Hot Dog Month, and what better way to celebrate than by swinging by Tallahassee’s newest offering in the sausage space, Link Sausages & Beer? Part of Jesse Edmunds’ Seven Hills Hospitality Group (which also includes Liberty Bar…

A Rose By Any Other Name

Looking for a quick getaway that will allow you to slow down and smell the roses (literally)? Then hop in your car and drive a half-hour northeast to quaint little Thomasville, Georgia. Nicknamed “The Rose City,” for the 1,500 rose…

Global Wellness Tour

Destination: The Netherlands Concept: Niksen Similar to hygge, the Dutch term “niksen” means to do absolutely nothing. Practicing niksen involves disconnecting from stress and allowing your mind to wander freely. By letting go of productivity and embracing the simple joy…

The Rise of DaCari Taylor

In the heart of Tallahassee’s Frenchtown neighborhood, where the aromas of authentic Southern comfort food and the hum of jazz and history intertwine, a storyteller is weaving his legacy. DaCari Taylor, a Florida A&M University graduate, carries the spirit of…