It's summer soon, the season for festivals, concerts, and activities that keep metro residents in a party mood. Whether looking for experiences to fill every weekend or planning an ideal staycation, there's something here for everyone. Food writer Jenny Vergara reveals the delicious developments planned for 2025-2026 that promise new dining attractions. Garden designer Kristopher Dabner creates a suburban garden that reveals a classic French twist. A self-described "lake rat" from Lake Lotawana, film editor Gigi Harris, describes her journey from making iMovies on her dad's computer to scoring a career as a film editor making movie trailers in LA. Departments and columns include beauty and fashion; entertaining; expanded arts and culture coverage; dining out and dining in, including recipes and up-to-date info on KC's restaurant and bar scene.
