Author name: Greg Henderson

Owner/Publisher - Rock City Eats, Rock City Life, Rock City Times

Emphasis in Story Makes the Latest Cirque du Soleil Performance Unique

Earlier this week we were invited in for a unique look behind the scenes at the food preparation of the Cirque du Soleil traveling performances. We typically save the space in our Rock City publications for all things local, we found the the food to be surprisingly local sourced. After spending some time with the cast

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Artist Spotlight: Joshua Asante

If you ask Joshua Asante about his photography, you’re likely to participate in a part-philosophical, part-autobiographical discussion. No doubt you’ll learn things along the way, not only about Asante’s photographs, but also about yourself. “I feel my greatest skill as a photographer is my empathy,” says Asante, perched beside crackling, vintage speakers in his apartment.

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Matt McClure Named Semifinalist for Third Consecutive Year by Beard Foundation

There is absolutely no better food in a concentrated area than what exists around the Bentonville Square in this state, and few areas in the entire south rival it. It is highlighted again this week as Chef Matt McClure of the Hive has received his third consecutive semifinalist placement for a prestigious James Beard award. McClure,

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Around Arkansas: The State's Oldest Bar Brings Local Food, Drinks, and History Together

One Hot Springs club is making an impact by celebrating the “Spa City’s” history and serving up classic food and drinks with an eye on the local movement. In recent years, Hot Springs is becoming known for more than just the thermal water gurgling through its mountain sides and the big loop where horses run.

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New Menu at Forty Two Showcases An Exciting New Kitchen Direction

It has been roughly four months since chef Gilbert Alaquinez took over the reigns at Forty Two, the consistently underrated restaurant tucked away in the Clinton Presidential center. Alaquinez, who was previously the sous chef, kept the menu business as usual, leaving many of us to wait in anticipation of his impact on the dishes.

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