By Nathan Coker
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Feb 2nd, 2026
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Styled by MARÉ BRENNANPhotograph by KELLY MOORE CLARK Celebrate the season of Epiphany with a Mardi Gras tablescape that subtly evokes the pageantry of the season with Carlstedt’s Playa Blanca roses, silver brunia and lavender stems arranged in a gold top hat shaped ice bucket sourced from Material T...
By Nathan Coker
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Feb 2nd, 2026
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Bouquet by PETALS AND PEARLSPhotograph by KELLY MOORE CLARK Nothing says “love” quite like an artisan-crafted, hand delivered bouquet by local florist Petals and Pearls. Order early for Valentine’s Day to ensure the best selection of flowers and gift basket items. This bouquet is filled with the flor...
By Nathan Coker
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Feb 2nd, 2026
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Styled by MARÉ BRENNANPhotograph by KELLY MOORE CLARK A little bit pink, a little bit bubbly – This refreshing rosé wine spritzer is the perfect light drink for a Valentine’s brunch or Galentine’s get-together. WHAT YOU NEED: 1 part rosé wine Splash of Passionfruit Syrup 1 part Sprite (or club soda)...
By Nathan Coker
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Feb 2nd, 2026
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Styled by MARÉ BRENNANPhotograph by KELLY MOORE CLARK Peace Lily (Spathiphyllum) These beautiful houseplants are easy to grow, but knowing how often to water peace lilies and what to do if their leaves droop or turn yellow is essential. The peace lily is native to tropical areas of Central and South ...
By Nathan Coker
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Feb 2nd, 2026
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Styled by MARÉ BRENNANPhotograph by KELLY MOORE CLARK Easy Cyanotype Valentine’s Day Cards We are crushing on these easy and fun to make Valentine’s cards that harness the sun’s rays and chemical reactions to create something ethereal and love-ly. What you’ll need: • Thick watercolor paper 5.5” x 8....
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Feb 2nd, 2026
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ARTICLE BY VANELIS RIVERAPHOTOGRAPHY BY KELLY MOORE CLARK FROM HOLLYWOOD TO HOME TABLES Inspired by pop culture and driven by passionate local teachers, Mahjong has surged in popularity in Northeast Louisiana, where the newly formed Monroe Mahjong Club blends the game’s rich cultural history with com...
By Nathan Coker
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Jan 6th, 2026
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ARTICLE BY MEREDITH MCKINNIE ACHIEVE A HEALTHY GLOWWith endless skincare trends and viral products flooding the market, knowing what truly works can feel overwhelming. In this article, trusted local experts, from medical spas to dermatology and plastic surgery practices, cut through the noise to shar...
By Nathan Coker
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Jan 5th, 2026
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Styled by MARÉ BRENNANPhotograph by KELLY MOORE CLARK Nothing feels more luxurious than a quiet soak in warm water softened with bath salts and scented with all natural essential oils. This version can easily be customized. What you need: 2 jars for bath salts2 1/2 cups epsom salt (extra fine)3 TBSP ...
By Nathan Coker
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Jan 5th, 2026
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Styled by MARÉ BRENNANPhotograph by KELLY MOORE CLARK BayouLife Magazine’s Top 5 beauty picks, from a broad-spectrum sunscreen to a retinol lotion formulated by a local dermatologist, are essentials for healthy, glowing skin. These standout products deserve a spot in your new year, new skincare routi...
By Nathan Coker
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Jan 5th, 2026
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Get off the phone and get to shuffling! Whether alone or with a crowd, a deck of cards can bring hours of fun that don’t involve screentime. Games can be as simple as Go Fish! or Solitaire or as complex as Poker, Bridge, or Canasta. Go to www.bayoulifemag.com for links to tutorials for these games [&...
