If Jonathan Zaragoza knows how to do one thing, it’s cook. The Chicago-based executive chef of his family’s Birrieria Zargoza has been on a meteoric rise since he could hold a spatula or roast his own goat—which weren’t that far apart. At 22, he was listed on Zagat’s “30 Under 30,” at 23 he was executive chef at prestigious Logan Square restaurant Masa Azul. Then he rejoined the family business…

Since 1990, Sunstone Winery has been producing premium, organic Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Mourvedre and Viognier, from their 28-acre vineyard. Their varietals have won countless industry-coveted awards for organics as well as winning numerous international wine competitions. The Rice family—Fred and Linda, and their children, Bion, Ashley and Brittany—started their Santa Ynez estate with the vision to farm in a completely organic, bio-sustainable manner, meeting the highest standards…

Alex Seidel will be the first to tell you he isn’t looking to open a 12-restaurant franchise. He just wants to cook, and he wants his ingredients to be fresh, local and delicious. His connection to food has earned him accolades and fans, alike. In 2010, he won the “Best New Chef” title from Food & Wine Magazine, and his creamery won two American Cheese Society awards for their sheep’s…

Based in Los Angeles, Jenn Glysson has trained over 1,000 clients over the past ten years. She opened The Body Los Angeles as a boutique Hollywood gym focused on helping people have fun, work hard and get stronger. Her team is comprised of some of the best certified personal trainers in Los Angeles and their expertise is reflected in each and every workout. Jenn’s approach is all about the individual,…

Look at Elisabeth Akinwale’s athletic career, and you’d think she was a superhero. A successful CrossFit Games and Olympic-style weightlifting competitor, she’s known for events with marvelous monikers like the “Double Banger,” “Cinco 1,” and “Clean Speed Ladder.” On top of her incredible qualifications, she also holds a Masters in social work, is a proud mother and, with her partner, co-owner of Chicago’s 13th Flow fitness company. Through competing in…