Photography by Brandi Stage Portraiture These businesswomen love celebrations Lilian Perez-Gollott and Sue Nguyen- Torjusen love food and fun — both serving it up and being a part of it all. Perez-Gollott looks forward to Mardi Gras season, especially attending the parades and seeing the kids’ faces when they catch the “good” throws. “Any excuse […]
Some of the Coast’s best party planners and stylists share what it takes to put on a holiday event that’s memorable — from design to fashion to makeup and hair. Styled photoshoot credits: Adrian Holland (Bridal and Formal Boutique & House of Tux), Amber Bosarge Lord (Salon Rouge), Angie Marie Dearman (Centennial Plaza), David Delk […]
Carnival season on the Coast won’t be the same without Robert “Kipp” Greggory Knippers. The beloved radio host emceed eight Mardi Gras balls a year. As the host and manager of SuperTalk WOSM 103.1 FM, he was a consistent presence on the parade route each Fat Tuesday, followed by a remote broadcast on the Biloxi […]
Husbands and boyfriends, we hear you. The pressure of finding the right gift for the woman in your life is enough to drive any man to the brink. The options are overwhelming — and the temptation too great to fall into a trap of an ugly sweater or tacky nick nack bought at the last […]
Can’t make it home for the holidays? These Coast eateries are serving the best comfort food outside of mom’s kitchen. Martin’s Beef Jerky 2605 25TH AVE., GULFPORT (228) 357-5058 Known locally as the “Jerky King,” Jeremy Martin has been making jerky for over 10 years — with flavors ranging from teriyaki and cracked pepper to […]
Fresh smells, clean seats, and a host of new gadgets — we all love getting a new car. We’re so happy when we drive it off of the lot, but then come the “hidden costs” like insurance, parts, maintenance, gas and more. Do you have enough auto liability coverage? If not, you could be on […]
I was supposed to go home. Even in my drug-induced haze, I knew that much. Instead, as I awoke from a heart catheter procedure at Ocean Springs Hospital, a surgeon was standing over me; we recognized each other. “Jen, it’s Dr. (Jason) Williams,” he said through his face mask, reminding me that we’d once had […]
Almost immediately after we’ve consumed the Thanksgiving meal, our thoughts turn to the holiday shopping season. Most of us take advantage of Black Friday deals online and at large retailers, to the tune of over $500 per consumer on average. But what about the underdogs — the locally owned, independent retailers and corner stores that […]
While the overall divorce rate has declined over the past 20 years, it has doubled for the segment of the population over age 50. This growing unmarried, middle-age population has even led Candice Bushnell to write a follow-up book asking “Is There Still Sex in the City?” to address the phenomenon her peers are facing. […]
By Gulf Coast Moms Blog You’ve ordered the turkey, your guest list is set and you even know what you’re making for dessert — but have you thought about what will keep the kids occupied (besides eating) during the Thanksgiving break? No need to worry! Gulf Coast Moms Blog has a list of creative, easy […]
