Ample Hills now has two brick-and-mortar locations plus an outpost in Gotham West Market and seasonal kiosks in Brooklyn Bridge Park and Rockaway Beach. The two-story Gowanus, Brooklyn, follow-up to husband-and-wife team Brian Smith and Jackie Cuscuna’s Prospect Heights scoop shop churns out ever-changing, off-the-wall flavors that will please inner and actual kids alike. Snap Mallow Pop, an überrich, jet-puffed Read more...

Having super thick hair, I’m always nervous trying a new place. Gwen gave me a beautiful cut and the perfect layers. The Blow-out was amazing and I’m so happy with how my hair came out. Gwen was super friendly, as was the rest of the staff. I will definitely be going back.” Read more...

I recently got a half head of highlights and curls by Laura, the experience was great Laura talked me through the entire process and the ambiance of the salon is amazing. Everyone is friendly as soon as you walk in the door, you’re greeted promptly and offered a coffee or water, the salon is a cute house and you’re treated Read more...

This library is all about light, color and dynamic shapes. The children’s area features an extraordinary tower that juts through the second floor and out to the sky. Read more...

Browsing the bookshelves in a suspended glass structure, surrounded by a beautiful green park? Count us in. The Hockessin Public Library is beautifully simple and easy to navigate. Read more...

The Library of Congress is the official research library of the United States Congress. Its main purpose is to answer research inquiries from members of Congress, but is open to the public as well. It is the oldest national institution in the U.S. and includes the rough draft of the Declaration of Independence as well as one of only three Read more...

As the city and its restaurant scene continue to evolve, Atlanta is one of the most exciting cities for wine. Named for its location at the intersection of Atlanta’s Grant, Glenwood, and Ormewood Parks neighborhoods, 3 Parks is committed to building a passionate wine community. There are free weekly wine tasting classes and a wine club. The selection emphasizes small-production, Read more...

Fenton, Missouri’s Gravois Bluffs Plaza is a vast assemblage of big-box stores and other retailers, including Target, Kohl’s, Wal-Mart, and Sears Read more...

This largest of Hawaii’s shopping malls is also allegedly the world’s largest open-air shopping center. It opened in 1959.   Read more...

Since its opening in 1993, Texas Roadhouse has gained a huge cult following, as evidenced by its surging sales, which topped $2 billion in 2015. The Western-themed, family-run restaurant is known for its hand-cut steaks, tender ribs, generously portioned sides, and unlimited, fresh-baked bread and cinnamon butter. And when diners arrive at their table, they are given a bucket of Read more...