Deana has many talents: stylist, photographer, food writer, restaurateur, communications expert, social media influencer. But the one we know and love her for most? Deana is an avid traveler that lets her heart guide her passions. Deana lives in Austin, Texas, and ran social media and PR for Austin’s highly respected restaurants East Side King and qui for five years. Today she spends her time traveling in search of bold…

How many chefs beloved for their instant-legend recipes so readily urge you to ignore them? Well, Alison Roman isn’t your average chef or food expert. She’s a wizard at kitchen improv with an infectious desire to create more “can do” kitchens for everyone willing to dabble. As she puts it, “Say yes to everything! It’s the only way to figure out if you like something or not." You’ll have seen…

Alba Huerta’s been putting the craft in ‘craft cocktail’ since 2009. Born in Mexico, Alba emigrated to Houston at an early age where she discovered her love of mixology. She’s been making cocktails ever since, and has spent the past 15 years working at revered cocktail spots like the mezcaleria Pastry War and Anvil Bar & Refuge, a legendary cocktail lounge credited with introducing the craft cocktail to Houston. “It…

Lacey Stone is not your average trainer. She’s your best friend cheering from the top of the bleachers, the Thelma to your Louise driving the getaway car, the voice in your head that whispers “keep going” when your body grows tired. From working with companies like Nike and Fitbit to starring on E!’s Revenge Body with Khloe Kardashian, Lacey's spent her career traveling around the world to show people just…

To Elias Cairo, owner and salumist of Portland's Olympia Provisions, charcuterie is a blend of art and science. From his house-cured bacon to his smoked kielbasa, technique and nuance set his provisions apart. He deems his methodology “inspired precision” which results in an uncommon, deep richness throughout all his meats. Just ask The New York Times, Bon Appétit and Oprah to name a few of his recognitions and admirers. The salumist’s…