By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Artist
Jan 6th, 2023
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Article by STARLA GATSONPhotography by KELLY MOORE CLARK Meka Bennett talks with BayouLife about being motivated by her family to attend beauty school, and how she went from working at a mall salon to working with celebrity clients. When Meka Bennett was young, she sat on the floor in the bathroom do...
By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Eats
Jan 6th, 2023
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Article by VANELIS RIVERAPhotography by KELLY MOORE CLARK Jay Pappa’s is a new restaurant specializing in great steaks, seafood and spirits. When Jonathan Perry first saw an old photograph of his grandfather grilling outdoors, he immediately thought it would make a compelling statement piece for a re...
By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Eats
Dec 1st, 2022
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Article by Vanelis RiveraPhotography by Kelly Moore Clark NESTLED BETWEEN THE DIVERSE, antique shops lining the Cotton Port Historic District of Downtown West Monroe stands a delectable scratch bakery and coffee bar. Not only is it ready to fill your holiday season with holly jolly sweets, but it may...
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Dec 1st, 2022
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Article by Starla GatsonPhotography by Kelly Moore Clark Betty Crouch picked up pottery at 67-years-old. This hobby turned career has given Crouch purpose, something she was desperate for when she began devoting more of her time and energy to it over a decade ago. I’m a jack of all trades but a maste...
By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Icon
Dec 1st, 2022
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Article by Georgiann PottsPhotography by Kelly Moore Clark After 47 years in the business, this fellow knows his plants, chemicals, and hardscape better than just about anyone. His body of knowledge built on experience — which he freely offers to his customers — is worth more than anythin...
By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Home
Dec 1st, 2022
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Article by Vanelis RiveraPhotography by Kelly Moore Clark The elegance of Catherine Tonore’s formal décor has also extended to her adornments for the happiest time of the year, making Christmas at the Tonores an extravagant nod to traditional aesthetics and fostering a spirit of merriment. Deco...
By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Fashion
Dec 1st, 2022
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Models: Camden Shivers and Mallory KirkseyHair and Makeup by Meka BennettPhotography by Kelly Moore Clark This holiday season snuggle up in winter’s finest looks. Find flirty dresses and luxurious layers from local boutiques. NUDE NOMADMallory looks stunning in this pleated ruffle mini dress from N...
By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Eats
Dec 1st, 2022
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Styled by Taylor BennettPhotography by Kelly Moore Clark Wake up Christmas morning to these delectable dishes from local restaurants. From pillowy croissants to luscious egg bites, this brunch spread is seasonally-inspired. THURMAN’S FOOD FACTORYThis beautiful bubble bread is filled with gooey p...
By Nathan Coker
In Bayou Icon
Nov 7th, 2022
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ARTICLE BY Georgiann PottsPHOTOGRAPHY BY KELLY MOORE CLARK Kristie Bardell recently became Executive Director for The Children’s Coalition for Northeast Louisiana (CCNELA). She is no stranger to that organization because she has worked with CCNELA over the past three years to advance adolescent healt...
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Nov 7th, 2022
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stories by MEREDITH MCKINNIEphotography by KELLY MOORE CLARK CRYSTAL FOX For Crystal Fox, childhood trauma manifested in an eating disorder when she was 15. Her mother left her when she was 3 years old. Though her great-grandmother cared for her, Crystal longed for the nuclear family environment that...
