From 50-year-old doughnut institutions to quirky bakeries with bold flavors, perk up your morning routine with a sweet treat from one of the top Des Moines doughnut shops.
Author: Melissa Larsen
Nonprofit of the Month: Variety – the Children’s Charity
From providing all-inclusive playground equipment to giving bikes to kids who have never had one, Des Moines-based Variety – the Children’s Charity of Iowa is dedicated to improving the lives of children who are at-risk, underprivileged, critically ill or living with special needs. Since it was founded in 1975, The nonprofit has raised more than $119 million to support the children of Iowa.
Where to Celebrate National Margarita Day
Feb. 22 marks National Margarita Day, and to celebrate, here are five Iowa restaurants and bars for sipping your favorite salt-rimmed tipple.
Iowa’s Romantic Stays
From rustic retreats surrounded by nature to historic charmers in the city, here are four romantic stays for smitten Iowans just in time for Valentine’s Day.
Top Chocolate Shops in Des Moines
With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, we’ve got chocolate on the brain. Whether you’re craving truffles, fudge or chocolate-covered strawberries, here are the top Des Moines chocolateries to put those sweet-tooth pangs to rest.
Cedar Rapids Public Library Celebrates Noon Year’s Eve at Home
In honor of New Year’s Eve, Cedar Rapids Public Library hosts a virtual Noon Year’s Eve to ring in 2021–and you don’t even have to stay up late to enjoy it! Cedar Rapids Public Library invites you to get out your finest party hats and blow up some balloons to […]
Bari Italian Announces New Year’s Eve Specials
With a menu known for its a contemporary Italian flare, Bari Italian in Cedar Rapids has whipped up delicious specials for New Year’s Eve.
Fabulous People: Katherine J. Kornblau
Katherine J. Kornblau is the founder and president of KJK Jewelry, Inc. and KJKStyle.com. Her fashionable, quality jewelry–inspired by world cultures, nature, fine art and architecture–can be found at The National Czech and Slovak Museum in Cedar Rapids.
Proof Hosts Take-Out Pop-Up Dinners
Though the dining room at Proof will be closed until further notice, the Des Moines restaurant will be offering virtual takeout dinners twice each month.
Holiday Decorating Trends From Lori Wiles Design
Tis the season for decking the halls! Lori Dickson Wiles, founder of Lori Wiles Design, a Cedar Rapids-based firm, discusses ways to turn your home into a tasteful holiday paradise.