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About the Cover: What a view of Downtown Tulsa from the new Hotel Indigo. Special thank you to Stone and Sara Sensintaffar our cover models for this special Valentine’s Day issue.

Letter From The Editor

oes anything say “Awesome!!!” more than get-togethers with family & friends?? Or sometimes even better- that quiet night out with someone special. Valentine’s Day is fast approaching- it’s one of those days that can really sneak up on us. You’ve been warned. Perhaps the best times in life revolve around time spent with those we love & cherish. And those times almost always involve good food & drink. Happily, we are surrounded by a super wide array of choices in this wonderful home we all call Green Country! Hi everyone- welcome to our latest edition of Craft Magazine OK! Our goal is to help you all find those wonderful places, where those great times can happen. In case you haven’t heard, Tulsa & the surrounding area is HAPPENING. Pick a night, any night, or head out on a weekend-so many awesome places to choose from, from the Pearl to the Brady, the Arts District to the new Mother Road Market; or check out the booming Rose District in BA, or really get crazy, head out on the road just a bit, & check out Main Street Jenks, Glenpool, or even Owasso or Skiatook. No limitations- the choices are boundless, the variety is endless, good times await! From food trucks to fine dining, from rowdy concerts to exciting casinos, to the Gathering Place- oh, did I mention it was chosen as America’s Best New Attraction in 2018? Told you we were happening. Almost forgot- Breweries?! Did someone shout “Breweries!!” We are fast becoming a mecca for beer aficionados (big, fancy word for Lovers) the world over. Seriously, local Brew Clubs have exploded. So many choices, so little time. Local artisans are pouring their hearts & souls out, tirelessly honing their craft beers, so we can enjoy the fruits of their labors- isn’t the least we can do is go out & sample some of it? Happy places, good times, FUN. Gotta have it, life’s not all work! About the Editor: SO excited to be part of the Craft Magazine family! I’m recently semi-retired, so, somebody thought I had a lot of spare time on my hands… No, seriously, I volunteered, lol. Been a Tulsan since 1985, so I’m definitely cool with being called an Okie. Love our state, love Tulsa! It’s so gratifying to see such tremendous growth over the years, yet I’m still thankful that we hold onto the core that makes it home-family, kindness, love & tolerance, diversity. We’re all in this thing called life together, so let’s keep working at it, & trying our best. Thanks for reading!

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Moody’s Jewelry

ou’re currently enjoying a nice local beer, watching a basketball game. It’s halftime, and your phone is dead, so you’re flipping through this magazine. Maybe you picked it up, brought it home, and now you’re reading it, while your partner watches “Tidying Up” on Netflix.

ever made. Maverick and Goose, Maverick and Charlie, Maverick and Iceman. Also, who doesn’t love Top Gun? (If your partner doesn’t, dump them. If you don’t, you need to watch it again.)

Let’s hope you’re reading this article before Feb. 14, which is Valentine’s Day. You’ve been with your significant other for years, and need a fresh gift idea. I got you covered. Maybe you’re the partner, and they need that one hint- or six. Show them this article. You could be single, and decide you want to do something sweet for someone. There’s suggestions that work for you, too. I tested some cookies and candy, smelled the roses, and learned about lingerie, as models tried on pieces for an upcoming show. All to help you out. To indicate the level of seriousness, I’m using Top Gun references, because it’s one of the most romantic movies

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The “You can be my wingman anytime! Bullshit you can be mine!” Level There are some of you who really like to consolidate important dates, and will use the holiday to propose marriage. If you don’t have the ring yet, make sure you visit Moody’s Jewelry. They’ve been helping Tulsans create memories for more than 70 years.

Moody’s Jewelry

Maybe you just want to show you’re really serious about your love. They have a great selection of anklets, bracelets, earrings and necklaces. Depending on your partner’s preferences, there are also golf tools, pens, knife cases, money clips and more.

Don’t call, just stop by the store at 1137 S Harvard before 6 pm, Monday through Friday.

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The Lingerie Boutique on Cherry St.

Whether you’re staying at the Indigo, or you’re ending the night in a home bedroom, you can purchase some romantic attire at The Lingerie Boutique on Cherry St. Co-owner Shannon Knapp says you should know the sizes before you shop. Most women leave tags on the items, so you can secretly look while it’s hanging in the laundry room, or laying in the dirty clothes pile.

The “Take me to bed or lose me forever.” Level Hotel Indigo is downtown Tulsa’s newest, coolest hotel, located between 1st and 2nd on Elgin. Even if you’re not staying the night, you can enjoy the whiskey-themed rooftop bar, Roof Sixty Six, which has a heated deck and fire pit. (Psst, it’s a great location to propose with that Moody’s ring!) There’s also Prospect, which serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Rooms start at $153 a night. By going this route, you can book a night the weekend before or after, to celebrate if needed.

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“I’ve had men bring in a bra to compare, and it’s always so cute,” Knapp says. “Men tend to pick mesh and lace items, because they can kind of see through it. They also like garter belts. We’ve had men of all ages come in looking for crotchless body suits, but they tend to constantly be soldout, because they’re so popular. I tell them to buy a normal pair, and later rip them open.” If you think that last sentence would make your partner blush, Knapp says it’s important, because you should always know your partner’s modesty level when you shop. Whether it’s bras, panties, teddies, swimsuits, or even gift cards, The Lingerie Boutique has you partially covered.

Sweet Boutique

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Mary Murray’s Flowers each. Buy a heart box to make it official. The candy has a 3-week shelf life. OK Cookie Momster can do custom iced cookies by the dozen. Make your order online, or by phone, 24-48 hours in advance. You can pick them up at their Ranch Acres shop, or inside Mother Road Market. They also have cookie bouquets ($45) and a special Valentine’s box with cookies that spell “Love.” The cookies stay fresh for seven days.

The “Take My Breath Away” Level You’re in a new relationship, or you’re attempting to lock in a longtime partnership. Here are numerous options that could lead to the above levels. Sweet Boutique is a candy shop located inside downtown’s Boxyard. It’s $21 a pound for chocolates, mixed nuts and fudge. The peanut butter cups and chocolate covered marshmallows are amazing. They also have truffles for $3.25

Mary Murray’s Flowers has been making lots of office workers jealous for years. Owner Nicki Argo says the great thing about ordering flowers early is that they can be delivered a day or two early, and surprise the person at their work. “Flower arrangements should be the appropriate size for the relationship,” says Argo. “We have options from $25 to $500. My advice is don’t do too much if it’s early in the relationship. Also, the earlier you order, the better. It guarantees delivery and can save you money.

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Juniper Phryme

JUNIPER/PHRYME PHOTOS BY: VALERIE WEI-HAAS

”If you’re looking for an outstanding dinner option, you can’t go wrong with either Juniper or Prhyme, which are both located downtown. If you’re reading this while they’re open, stop and call them now, to make reservations. They both will feature special menus for the holidays. “We definitely recommend making a reservation, because all our locations will be completely booked that night,” says Evan Wei-Hass. “We've seen a lot of popularity for avoiding the crowds, and booking the day before or day after Valentine's Day as well, and that's never a bad idea. That said, we still recommend reservations.”

Valkyrie

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If you go to Phryme, afterward enjoy cocktails at Valkyrie, which is located a couple blocks away. It’s a classier joint, perfect for a classier occasion, so go enjoy the ambiance, while a mixologist creates the perfect cocktail to celebrate the holiday. On Feb. 13 and 14, they’re hosting a two-night Death & Co. bar takeover, that will feature a special menu of cocktails, created by the New York City and Denver-based crew. If you enjoy a few too many drinks, call an Uber or Lyft, and try not to say, “show me the way home, honey.” Best of luck!

Date Night at Sisserou’s By Thomas Locicero

or a Caribbean Valentine’s Day date night, one that is sure to transport you to the islands, look no further than Sisserou’s Restaurant, located at the intersection of Archer and Main, in the historic Tulsa Arts District. Sisserou’s was founded five years ago by Chef Eben Shillingford and Ilana Velazquez. The brother and sister team, whose parents emigrated from Dominica, refer to their

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customers as guests, and vow to honor the Caribbean Island nation by introducing their guests to its culture through the restaurant’s décor, food, and drinks. Pronounced “Cicero’s”, the restaurant is named after the Commonwealth of Dominica’s national bird, the endangered sisserou parrot, which inhabits the island’s mountainous rainforests, and is featured on

its national flag. The purple and green colors of the sisserou are found throughout the restaurant, and the island is imbued in its interior setting, all of which is designed to convey an island escape. The drapes are the color of sand. The naturally-dyed pendant lamps, which hang above each table, contain the pattern of cocoa leave,s as do the drums cascading from the ceiling. Adding to the atmosphere are the landscape paintings of

local artist Charles Burgess, including one of Dominica’s famed Trafalgar Falls, its emerald-green waters seemingly spilling at the bar. Though also inspired by Dominica, the food is an authentic representation of the entire Caribbean region with Chef Eben’s unique homegrown twists. Much of the food served is that which is eaten at Dominica’s celebrations. The crab back appetizer is a deconstructed crab cake comprised of fresh crab, breadcrumbs, and a blend of fresh herbs and spices baked in a porcelain crab shell. A seasonal delicacy on the island, it can be enjoyed every day at Sisserou’s. The most

popular appetizer item is the jerk chicken wings, which is marinated in Sisserou’s inhouse jerk seasoning for 24-48 hours and served with an avocado dipping sauce. The callaloo soup is a traditional Caribbean blend of spinach, okra, herbs, spices, and coconut cream in a crab stock and topped with lump crab. Lunch entrées include chicken Rasta Pasta, comprised of chicken, mushrooms, red peppers, and red onions, served over a

bed of Trecce dell’orto pasta, and tossed in a savory cream sauce, and are served from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Jerk chicken and mahi tacos are popular as well. Dinner entrées are served after 4 p.m. and include approachable fare with a Caribbean flare, as well as traditional island dishes. The pepper steak is a choice cut 14-ounce ribeye served with peppercorn cream sauce and home-fried Yukon gold potatoes, and CRAFT MAGAZINE OK | FEB 2019

topped with escovitch-style pickled onions, peppers, and carrots. The most popular dinner entrée is the grilled jerk half chicken meal, and on Tuesday nights only, Chef Eben prepares Sisserou’s special, fried jerk chicken with mouthwatering oxtail gravy. In addition, fresh seafood representing the waters of Key West and the Gulf is flown in 18 CRAFT MAGAZINE OK | FEB 2019

three to four times a week. One of the more traditional island dishes is the stewed oxtail. In Dominica, it is a comfort food enjoyed with family. It is a tender beef stew browned with burnt sugar and served with carrots, red peppers, red cabbage, and potatoes in rich, mildlyspiced gravy.

Valentine’s Day would not be complete without dessert. The chocolate lava cake has a 20-minute cook time, so it is recommended that it is ordered with the entrées. Other favorites are the coconut crème brulee, and Maya’s banana bread pudding.

Sisserou’s own mixologist Victor See’s signature drink is the Molten Lava Eruption, a blend of Bacardi Pineapple, Malibu Coconut Rum, 99 Bananas, Captain Morgan Rum, pineapple juice, orange juice, grenadine, and fresh-squeezed lime and orange, finished with dry ice, and served in a large fish bowl. The dry ice creates smoke as the drink serves as homage to Dominica’s Boiling Lake, the world’s second-largest hot spring. As it is a drink for two, it is perfect for Valentine’s Day. Other favorites include rum punch and the pamplemousse. A wide variety of rums are served from 17 countries. The drink menu includes an abundance of wines and beers, including bottles and cans from local breweries. Victor creates a new

cocktail every two weeks to match Chef Eben’s island-inspired seafood special. It is rare to find a restaurant that is romantic, fun, and elegant. Sisserou’s is all of the above. It is the beauty of Dominica meets fine dining, the ideal atmosphere for Valentine’s Day.

For reservations, call 918-576-6800. To view the menu, visit sisserousrestaurant.com/menu.

Sisserou’s is located at 107 N. Boulder Ave. C. Reservations are suggested, especially on Valentine’s Day and weekends. Lunch is served from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Dinner is served 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Thursday and to 11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. CRAFT MAGAZINE OK | FEB 2019

Love Found In The Valley by Lacy Richards

ucked away just far enough from Tulsa to feel like a special destination, yet not so far that you have to pack a bag, Rustic Creek is settled in a gorgeous, peaceful valley. Driving through the rolling hills, you start to take your phone out just to snap a few pictures, because landscape like this is rare and alluring. As the field clears, an expansive scene rolls out. A beautiful, free-standing, heavy wood pavilion is ready to shelter a ceremony, or those getting groovy on the dance floor. Simple yet strong wood arbors dot the property, waiting to be decorated with soft tulle and flowers, or, left undecorated, to feature their effortless elegance. Multiple spots throughout the valley are arranged to be the charming backdrop for the smallest or largest of events, with those Pinterest perfect string lights hung between trees. Owner Lori Irby says this is one of Rustic Creek’s best assets, it’s pure versatility. Rustic Creek beams with it’s ability to host the glamorous weddings dreams are made of, or provide a rustic and relaxed countryside backdrop for any event you can envision. In the short time we chatted it was obvious how passionate Lori is about attention to detail, and it permeates throughout her 15-acre space and broad, open home. Rustic Creek was born through Lori’s gritty dedication, her extensive heritage of curating experiences, and her huge love of family. We chatted about her background, and it quickly became clear that Lori’s love of style is ingrained in her. She lays out points in her childhood where place settings, and home economics, were priorities in her life. Making delicious homemade goodies is something she expertly learned early on. She is mesmerized by intricate silverware coupled with romantic and 20 CRAFT MAGAZINE OK | FEB 2019

antique table settings, while still maintaining her “down to earth” approachability. Home environment has shaped so much of Lori’s life, and it shows through her and her family’s hospitality. “We started this because I wanted to spend as much time with my grandbabies as possible,” Lori replies, after I inquire how this endeavor began. “When I was told that I would be getting three more close together, I knew I wanted to keep them at home with me.” This came on the heels of Lori closing her private in-home daycare. A short time later, Lori and her family attended a wedding that piqued their interest. “’Hey, we could really do this’, I thought. We have everything we

need. The next day we set out on a long car trip to Colorado, and the business plan was born right there on the drive!” With her husband, three sons, and their wives, the whole family set out to undertake this adventure in 2017. “With every wedding we learn something different,” she comments, as we discuss family roles. Keeping the property pristine, day of coordination, golf cart transportation, and every detail in between, are all delegated in ways that resonate with the family’s set of strengths. Lori beams with pride as she recounts all the ways her family comes together to make each wedding more fluid than the one before. After, they all work diligently to recap and fine tune their processes. “Each wedding is such a special day; I cherish it so much,” Lori states. “Weddings mark the beginning of one of the biggest chapters in our life”. This reverence for marriage is what circles Lori into placing personal touches throughout a couple’s ceremony. The

“Each wedding is such a special day; I cherish it so much,” Lori states.

luxurious attention to detail is her standard, making a smile on a client’s face worth every effort. Talking in her living room, she points out where guests and their families get ready for their big day, where breathtaking father-daughter pics are captured, and where the grooms party can hide away from the hairspray and flurry of bridal activities. Along with opening her home to the bridal party, she offers coffee and hot chocolate bars, paired with food if requested, intending to help make the day of jitters melt into relaxation. Lori and the Irby family have come together to design an outdoor space that strikes such a beautiful balance. The versatility as a venue allows a couple’s dream to flourish, sharing this once in a lifetime moment with their friends and family through a natural and enchanted background. Bringing to life the dreams of those around her is owner Lori’s dream, too. CRAFT MAGAZINE OK | FEB 2019

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Heart Of The Rose District by Jennah Jane Schale

“I have a big heart. I want to make people happy,” said owner Clint McKinney.

ou’ll be greeted with a Warm Welcome within seconds when you arrive at Franklin’s On Main in Broken Arrow, located in the heart of the Rose District. It’s all about quality, made-from-scratch meals, and superb customer service at the family style eatery. Sharing a kitchen with sister restaurant Toast (under same ownership), Chef Carla brings years of knowledge creating locally sourced, innovative meals, and serving Oklahoma with food that just feels good.

“I have a big heart. I want to make people happy,” said owner Clint McKinney. A lot of families in Green Country need to be fed, and it’s his self-proclaimed, God-given passion to bring people together. “Everything we do has a little bit of twist to it,” he said. And that unique twist goes into every cocktail at happy hour or beer served from the bar. CRAFT MAGAZINE OK | FEB 2019

The immense menu at Franklin’s and Toast offers something for everyone. Sweet—Savory—Hearty. Try the Benny,s or housemade crepes at Toast, or dive into the Bar-B-Que Platter at Franklin’s, that features ribs, pulled pork, brisket, smoked chicken, smoked sausage, baked beans, truffle fries and coleslaw. All meat is smoked in house daily and a lunch special is offered every day 11am-2pm.

From dining table to bar top, happy hour offers a taste of beer brewed in BA. Clear Creek Saison arrived from Broken Arrow Brewing Company last month. The keg delivery crew even commemorated the beer blessing moment, which was posted on Facebook. 24

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You won’t want to miss the Reuben, made with house pastrami, or the meatloaf, which has been said to be out of this world. Look for daily specials, including $3 burger night on Wednesdays and $2 taco night on Thursday,s and wash it down with locally sourced suds.

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Opens at 11am 203 S Main St Broken Arrow, Oklahoma 74012 Happy Hour is 4-7pm Monday-Friday.

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Oklahoma To Abroad... How Beads and Basil Came To Be by Shannon Smith

hen I was a kid in a small Oklahoma town, our family went on one vacation each year. There were five of us, and we packed the van with an ice chest full of sandwiches and sodas, while my dad held his thermos of coffee and bag of corn nuts (he said they helped him stay awake while he drove, and he did not share them). We went to a lot of exciting places around the United States, and in my emotional high school years, there were many times my family would have preferred to leave me at home. During my senior year in college, I got to spend a semester in Vienna, Austria. Our group traveled around Europe on the weekends. I thought I had seen it all, and was determined I would leave Oklahoma the minute I graduated and live somewhere exciting. It’s been thirty years since I made that decision, and I’m still in Oklahoma. I love this state so much, and I never want to live anywhere else. 26

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“Over the past ten years I’ve traveled to 44 countries. Many were with my husband and friends, and others were by myself, to join cooking groups and friends I’ve met around the world who love to cook.” It was fifteen years after college before I got to travel outside the US again. In 2004, I married Phil, who took me back to Vienna on our honeymoon. I got to walk the same streets where I had carried my economics and German books, while trying to figure out why everyone only wore black. I smelled the familiar aromas of the coffee cafes, pastry shops, and the exhaust from the street cars I had ridden so many times. I even got to visit the dormitory where I had lived, which was an all-boys dorm, but they had allowed our group to have girls. You can just imagine how that went! Over the past ten years I’ve traveled to 44 countries. Many were with my husband and friends, and others were by myself, to join cooking groups and friends I’ve met around the world who love to cook. Every trip is different, depending on who I’m with, because everyone has different interests. My husband isn’t keen on trying out unusual cuisines, so we find the best burger and ice cream shops. We also spend time rummaging through antique markets

and book stores. Since we walk every day, we never leave home without our walking gear. We find that walking is a great way to explore new cities. Australia is one of our favorite destinations, and we’ve been twice. We go in January when it’s summer there, and spend a couple of days watching the Australian Open tennis tournament. On one of those trips, we went to Coober Pedy in the Outback, where they mine opals, and the people live underground in abandoned opal mines called dugouts. It is one of the most fascinating places I’ve seen. I write about my travels and cooking experiences on my website, beadsandbasil.com, where I also share many recipes and showcase my handmade jewelry. In my cooking classes, I teach the foods I’ve learned to make in my travels. I never moved out of Oklahoma, but I do get to leave it for weeks at a time to explore new places and share my discoveries when I get home. CRAFT MAGAZINE OK | FEB 2019

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Desiree Knott, co-owner of High Gravity Fermentation Supplies, and Pippin’s Taproom.

Meet A Pilar Of Tulsa’s Craft Beer Scene by Christina Winkle

estled in the corner of a Woodland Hills shopping center is a home brewers lifeline, High Gravity Fermentation Supplies. The shop, upon entering, is full of home-brewed wine, craft beer trade magazines, and a plethora of brewing paraphernalia. Past that, there is a bright, clean retail store packed with anything necessary to ferment. On this Monday afternoon, I was there to see Desiree, the owner. The Pippin’s Taproom sign invited me into the adjacent room, where I hoped to grab a pint and meet with Desiree. As soon as I told the bartender my objective, I heard a vivacious laugh that let me know this was going to be a fun conversation! I do have a bit of a bone to pick with her before we get to all the niceties, although she truly deserves them all. She is the reason why my garage is bursting at the seams with every home brewing gadget, doo-hickey, and doo-dad imaginable! My husband has been a home brewer for several years now, with the majority of his gear, and all of his brewing ingredients, purchased from her store. Desiree Knott, along with her husband Dave, are the very proud owners of High Gravity Fermentation Supplies. High Gravity, as it’s commonly referred to, began as a retail store to supply Tulsa and her surrounding area’s home brewers with grain, hops, yeast, and all the necessary equipment to turn those three ingredients, along with water, into beer. Desiree, along with her store, are truly pillars of the craft beer community, and have been pioneers of the craft beer movement in Tulsa for the last 10+ years. When she and her husband left the IT world, they decided to start their own business. In the beginning, opening a brew supply store was something they laughed and daydreamed about. They did make one stipulation for their impending move though- their parrot, Pippin, had to be allowed to come to work with them. In 2004, Desiree and Dave opened High Gravity, with Pippin as the store mascot. He quickly became a delightful customer favorite, and everyone, (including my oldest daughter), loved chatting with him.

Desiree moved to Tulsa from Kansas with her mother as a child. Even though she wasn’t born in Oklahoma, she very much considers Oklahoma and Tulsa to be her home. Before creating one of the most necessary businesses in Tulsa, Desiree worked in IT. During her IT years, she met her husband Dave. Three simple words cemented her feelings for him: “He told me, ‘I brew beer’ and that was it, I was in love.” 28

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“Whether you’re a home brewer or a professional brewer, our relationships with our customers mean a lot to us. We pride ourselves on the relationships we have with our local breweries as well. Most, if not all of them, started here as home brewers”.

The original location of High Gravity was in the shopping center on the south west corner of 71st and Memorial, but recently they moved to the shopping center on the west side of 68th & Memorial. There, they have been able to expand their business, adding a small-scale brewery to the mix. In addition to taking on brewing 2 barrels a week (just over 60 gallons!), they also expanded their retail business. They don’t just supply your beer and wine brewing needs any longer- they now provide all of your fermenting needs as well. Whether you’re a home brewer of ale, a maker of cabernet, or a cheesemaker looking to nail an aging on your bloomy rind Brie, Desiree and her team have the knowledge, ingredients, and equipment to skillfully guide you in the right direction. Desiree requires her staﬀ to pay close attention to customer needs, always, but it’s the knowledge they have for each piece of equipment they sell, as well as the products they make, that really sets them apart. When pro brewers and home brewers alike come to you for advice and recommendations, you can bet there is a ton of studying, brewing, and tasting going on. “Whether you’re a home brewer or a professional brewer, our relationships with our customers mean a lot to us. We pride ourselves on the relationships we have with our local breweries as well. Most, if not all of them, started here as home brewers”. But they don’t just sell beer brewing supplies and equipment. They also sell wine kits and make their own wine that they sell as well. Chris Mackechney is their wine maker. “Chris has been making wine with us now for about 10 years. We hope to have our Mead (honey wine) for sale and distribution very soon. I am really excited about that. ” With Desiree and Chris both being at High Gravity, you might think that it already has a strong female presence. Well, add Amanda to the group, and that’s what I call Girl Power! Amanda is Desiree’s daughter, and she manages the retail sides of things. “In this industry, females are not large in numbers, so I am very happy that we have such a strong female presence on our staﬀ.”

As our visit started to wrap up, I had to ask Desiree one more question. If you had any advice for your customers, what would it be? “Make what you like.” she said. “Don’t try to make what you think might be the easiest, just make what you like. Other wise you will be left with a bunch of product you don’t care for, and on top of that, it might detour you from trying it again in the future.” She also added, “Beer making is very much like cooking, in the sense you will never stop learning. Its a life long hobby.” So friends, that next party you’re throwing, plan ahead and make your own beer and/or wine. Visit High Gravity and become a part of the fermenting community! I just warn you, once you ferment, you will do it frequently! My garage is proof of that.

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Kiss My Ale by Jeremy Strunk

ne of the best things coming out of the craft beer movement currently happening in Oklahoma is the tendency for businesses involved in that scene to take over older buildings and locations that have seen better days, and breathe new life into them. We are seeing it regularly in the Pearl District and downtown, but one of the more interesting examples of this trend is nestled just north of I-244 between Sheridan and Yale. Kiss My Ale is one of Tulsa’s newest places to grab a craft beer. While you’re there, you can settle in for a board or card game ,order a delicious and creatively named cocktail (who wouldn’t want to drink a Dagobah swamp?), and enjoy some really great company. Owners Carissa Hull and Bryan Kiss have created a wonderful oasis of tasty drinks, entertaining games and special events. As the sign on the outside of the bar proudly proclaims, they have “no crap on tap” and serve almost exclusively Oklahoma made craft beer. They even offer flights of beer, allowing you to pick four different beers to try smaller pours of; perfect for someone dipping their toes into the scene and trying to figure out what craft beer they might enjoy, or for the seasoned craft beer nerd who just wants to drink them all. Another thing Kiss My Ale is becoming known for is having a wide variety of events throughout each month. To kick off the month of February, they are having a release party for Coop’s

Alpha Hive, a Double IPA. Swing by February 5th for a delicious pint of Alpha Hive, as well as Coop giveaways, such as stickers and t-shirts. Kiss My Ale is also hosting an event on Valentine’s Day aimed at people who might want to tell Cupid’s favorite holiday to kiss something else. Dubbed a “Bloody Valentine/Costume Party”, this event kicks off at 8:00 February 14th. For $1, guests will be treated to dinner by Marita Hoover of Epicurean Delights (!), as well as a specialty cocktail. As the name of the event implies, costumes are encouraged. Tickets can be purchased at the bar. The best way to stay in touch with the many happenings over at Kiss My Ale is via their Facebook page. Paint nights, 3-shot challenge nights (finish three shots before painting a miniature), and pint nights, are just some of the events commonly hosted at this great new hangout spot in Tulsa.

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ounder/Co-Owner & Brewer, Heath Glover loves what he does and that is evident in the beer that he brews. Willows taproom is a warm welcoming place with a beautiful backyard, you could say it’s like a home away from home. Remember at Willows in the end it’s all about family! We took a minute to ask Heath five questions and get to know him a little bit more, Cheers! by Ben Allen

#1 How did you go from home brewing to opening a taproom? I made the move from home brewing to commercial in November of 2013. A pharmaceutical company I worked for was bought out and that left me with some time to figure out my next move. Immediately I contacted Chase(when he owned Prairie) and asked if I could help around the brewery. Willows developed from that relationship and the first commercial beer was released in May of 2014.

a loan to learn those things. Other than that, come into the brewery and just ask. I always enjoy talking to others about the industry. #5 What do you see for Willows in 2019? We are shooting for some more distribution around town.We are also looking forward to using more of the outside part of the brewery. The view of downtown and the space is just amazing.

#2 We love the artwork, how did that come about and what’s your favorite piece? I get this question a lot and it’s never easy to answer. The artwork is the brainchild of Joe Cappa. It’s loosely based on the idea of all families. The idea that we all have characters in our life and we relate to those characters in different ways. The hard part is picking my favorite piece. If I had to pick one, I would go with a piece we hung in the men’s bathroom. It’s a before and after picture of 4 siblings in a bathtub and then them as adults in the same tub. Makes me laugh every time. #3 What’s a beer you like to drink that’s not Willows? I don’t have just one beer I go back too. I’ve always grazed when it comes to beer. I enjoy our local selections and so many other beers. So, I prefer to try something different as much as possible. #4 What’s some advice you would give home brewers just starting out? Advice? Assuming their end game is to start a brewery, I would suggest working at a brewery. Even if that means working for free. You can learn a lot of things for free verses getting CRAFT MAGAZINE OK | FEB 2019

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Thunk!! Or perhaps it’s Thwunk!?!

hat’s the sound of a throwing axe finding its target and making sweet contact. It’s a surprisingly satisfying experience. It’s not just the sound, either. There is a bodily sensation that is unlike anything else. I hear the same word all the time to describe the sensation- “Satisfying.” I had been warned. “Once you stick it, that’s when the addiction kicks in,” said owner Jason Kearney, when we sat down to discuss the origins of Got Wood Axe Throwing Company, and what makes it the perfect date destination for Valentines Day. I felt immediately welcomed when I walked into Got Wood to meet Jason and to throw my first axe. He’s got a great, warm personality, and truly seems to love his work. He hasn’t just built a successful business in his modest storefront on Main Street, he’s built a real community. Kearney refers to his regulars as “family”, and when he says it, it rings true, like the sound of an axe hitting a bullseye.

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I hear the same word all the time to describe the sensation- “Satisfying.” Jason grew up with a country upbringing which included hunting, pocket knives and a love of the outdoors, but he says his love of axe throwing came later in life. “We’re very in tune with the craft beer push in Tulsa right now, good friends with a lot of the breweries popping up, Cabin Boys and Marshall in particular … but as far as the axe throwing culture that’s happening, it’s a very supportive environment.” Jason lives out this philosophy, sharing tips with other indoor axe throwing businesses starting out, who call him and seek him out for his advice. His business just celebrated their one year anniversary on January 12th. In case you’re worried that it may be dangerous, or that the sport is only for macho dudes, Jason proudly shares that his only injury over their one year history required only a bandaid. It also seems that women gravitate to the experience of axe throwing as much as dudes. When asked about the types of people who come into his shop, Kearney says, “I think the thing I was surprised about is that I can’t pigeon-hole it. I thought (like a lot of

folks) that it would be this male-driven, testosterone-filled experience, and it’s honestly 50/50 guys to girls. And the ages are all-over the place.” Jason told me his youngest to successfully stick an axe was a four-year-old, and the oldest was 87! After we had visited for a spell, Jason walked me back to give me my first lesson in axe throwing. The anticipation builds as you raise the axe, keeping your elbow stiff, but slightly bent. The axe almost makes contact with your shoulder blade as you prepare to swing. Jason reminded me to “let the axe do the work” and in one fluid motion I pulled the axe up and over, and let go! TWHUNK! Slightly off center, but definitely a solid hit! I stuck my first throw! It felt incredibly satisfying and I immediately wanted to do it again. CRAFT MAGAZINE OK | FEB 2019

I stuck three out of four throws, and improved each time by listening to Jason’s corrections. I can see how people get addicted to this! Not only did I have the experience of throwing my first axe, but I also had the privilege of watching local artisan Austin Kelley presenting a refurbished axe to Jeff Newman, who showed me a picture of the axe before Austin put his chrome-like polish on the blade, and forged a new axe handle. The axe had belonged to Jeff ’s grandfather, and thanks to the connections made at Got Wood, this piece of family history will now hold a place of honor on Jeff ’s wall. Community connections aren’t the only types made at Got Wood. Several first dates and blind dates have happened at Got Wood, and last year on Valentine’s Day, they had a Lovers’ Lane for couples to throw together, and even had a special lane set up for singles, called the Blackhearts’ Lane. They have regular Lord of the Rings trivia nights, and are members of the World Axe Throwing League. Got Wood features Marshall and Cabin Boys, among several great local beer selections,and offers soft drinks as well. Throwing sessions start at $20 an hour. They are open late nights on weekends and till 10 during the week! 40

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