As the lifestyle magazine of Kansas, each issue celebrates the best of our state. It’s people, places, and spaces. For over 75 years, we’ve shared the stories of the Sunflower State, told by Kansans. Featured topics include a dynamic line up of culture, food, travel, outdoors, history, personalities, and communities.
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I don’t know about you, but when summer arrives, I’m ready to hit the road.
Purple in the Prairie • How 280 lavender plants bloomed into a beloved family farm and honey bee haven in Winfield
Lavender-Lemonade Infusion • The Elam family recently served this color-changing infusion at a garden party. The refreshing recipe, developed by Carol Galliart of Winfield, takes a few steps, but the magic is worth it. The secret? Butterfly pea flowers. Their petals shift color based on pH—add lemon, and the drink transforms. Find the flowers at any health-food store or online retailer.
The Legend of Nelson’s • Just one bite and you’ll understand why this Kansas store remains a Route 66 landmark 101 years later
Thirteen Miles of Color and Charm • New public art honors Route 66, giving Kansas’ short stretch its long-overdue spotlight
more artwork along route 66 • Don’t miss these beautiful public displays of art in Riverton and Baxter Springs!
Luxury’s New Frontier • One of Kansas’ best-kept glamping secrets is hiding inside a Topeka warehouse
covered wagon stays in kansas
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REASONS WE LOVE Kansas
put your dreams in Drive • Take a look inside Manhattan’s hidden gem for gearheads and explorers
Other Car Collections • IN KANSAS
Vinyl Revival • Acoustic Sounds celebrates 40 years of spinning magic in Salina
THE ROAD STILL TALKS • As Route 66 turns 100, we remember the paths our ancestors carved through this stretch of land
WHAT THE Road TAUGHT ME • Get swept up in Kansas’ backroads, and you’ll come back with more than just stories—you’ll return with unexpected insights
Marci’s Travels
Lessons Learned
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MOTHER KNOWS Best • Especially about cinnamon rolls. Follow our centennial culinary crawl down Kansas’ Route 66.
WHERE TO EAT ON Kansas Route 66
Puck’s Peach BBQ Pizza • Bricks & Brews Woodfire Grill & Pub in Baxter Springs gets creative with its wood-fired pizza selections. This savory, spicy and slightly sweet pizza gets its name from the restaurant’s owner Doug Puckett. Even without a wood-fired oven, you can create this recipe at home. Yield: One 12-inch pizza
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