As you cruise down the Mother Road, the vintage neon sign of the Rock Cafe illuminates the feeling of the classic American road trip. Located in Stroud, Okla., this historic restaurant has been around since 1939. Originally built by Roy Rives, the owner of H&P Service Station, and other members of the Stroud community, the…
When Tea Rush, artist and founder of MiTea, envisioned her business, she was not just thinking about tea; she was building a collective. From the very beginning, her intention was clear: create a safe, vibrant space where artists can express themselves, and where health and wellness are just as central as creativity. “Before the tea…
As more small businesses strive to survive in today’s market, it is vital that we support local ventures and the towns they call home. One such story was that of The Porter House in Porter, Okla. Opened in the summer of 2024, the dream of Brandy and Casey Bratt, two native Oklahomans with a passion…
Last weekend, Tulsa craft lovers and holiday shoppers alike bundled up and made their way to An Affair of the Heart, a semiannual event that is known as “the largest arts, crafts, and boutique show in Oklahoma.” The event was, overall, more subdued than the Tulsa State Fair. Upon entering the SageNet Center building at…
The Gem Faire is an annual event in Tulsa at Expo Square. The fair travels from state to state and offers an opportunity for shopping and education to jewelers, craftsmen, mineral collectors, and the public. This year, the Gem Faire occurred May 20-22. At the show, representatives of three Oklahoma-based organizations promoted interests in rocks…
So, hey? What is Detroit pizza? One might ask. Back in the day they used to build a lot of cars in Detroit and had a lot of steel 10 x 14-inch oil pans laying around. At some point, someone decided to make a pizza in one—and thus, a style was born. Essentially, it is…
Tulsa Punk Rock Flea Market returned in September to the Expo Square. The annual event hosts live bands take over the stage and a full bar as well as concessions were available for attendees to enjoy. Both local and regional vendors alongside other organizations offered items during the concert. In addition to the entertainment, food…
In Eureka Springs, Ark. there is a shop nestled in the downtown district called, “East By West.” This shop sells “Eureka Springs Working Bunnies” working bunnies t-shirts, cookware, stainless steel jewelry. The items are local to the area. The draw and appeal are not the merchandise, it is the staff. What makes East By West…
TulsaGo Market is an event for local business to display their products for customers to buy. The most recent event was held on March 20th at the Central Park Hall at Expo Square on 4145 E. 21st St., Tulsa, Okla. Small businesses are offering a wide range from crafts, arts, desserts, boutique clothing line, treats…
