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A Jane of All Trades. Feature writer, food lover, Tulsa's biggest cheerleader. I assist businesses with marketing and public relations, connecting people and the dots. I write stories about the dynamic people and places that make my hometown unique.
Tables are turned at Candace Conley's Broken Arrow cooking studio
Gardener John and Marley Dawson with neighbor and creative sewer Sacha Matheos (page 1 of 4) Making clothes, raising chickens and growing gardens, Tulsans are digging deep into do-it-yourself projects. These are not the activities of the typical modern family, but many urbanites are eschewing convenience for the adventure of self-reliance.
Artists are virtually everywhere you go in Tulsa. The barista who makes your lattes in the morning might be writing a novel. The guy bagging your groceries might sketch portraits on his lunch break. The idea of the "working artist" has evolved into "working while being an artist" as individuals continue their prosaic careers, but never stray far from their artistic passions.
Created social media plan and posts to increase enrollment in a series of classes by adding interest to the brand and writing engaging posts. Results? Most classes sold out!
Assisted with rebrand of local nightclub following a renovation and revamping of programming. I relayed the needs of the client's new approach to a graphic designer, while creating copy that reflected a new mood to appeal to a different audience. A private party was held prior to the grand opening, which I also organized and engaged the taste makers of the newly targeted demographic.
T he role of the sommelier has changed drastically over the years, especially here in Tulsa. It wasn't long ago that when the guy in a tie at a restaurant came to the table, he was regarded as a used car salesman trying to hock his overpriced products.
Torero Bar & Kitchen has swaggered boldly onto the Tulsa restaurant scene, channeling its namesake-the bullfighter-in its fearless exploration of flavor. Torero is the brainchild of some of Tulsa food world's brightest minds. The dream team of Chip Gaberino and Noah Bush-who are behind Tulsa's unique watering holes The Saturn Room and Hodge's Bend-along with the ...
The humble taco has taken on a variety of forms in kitchens across Tulsa. Using the simple formula of tortilla + protein + veggies + cheese, chefs are creating imaginative taco concoctions with flair. Jerk chicken with Caribbean spices replaces grilled meats flavored with cumin. Sometimes meat is replaced all-together to create a vegan-friendly taco.