Made in MO

Missouri Life’s inaugural year was 1973. We wrote an article on roadside stands back then and we revisited them again in the September 2023 issue. Roadside stands are seeing a comeback. Find out where these stands are and visit one near you.

This young man makes hand-crafted jams to raise money for Special Olympics as a thank you for how they affected his life. Taste something good—or give as a gift—while doing something good!

Once seated on my loaner Soul Seat, I knew I needed to make a couple of adjustments to the height of the lower platform, as well as the upper one, also called “the perch.” After these quick customizations, I was ready to roll. Or not. 

Matt Castilleja creates world-class bespoke furniture in the heart of Kansas City.

A Beaufort distiller makes French-style island spirits from raw sugarcane.

A St. Louis company reimagines the bottle opener.

A brand new bagel shop opens in Chesterfield.

Learn how this Springfield couple beat the odds.

Mark (top) and Shaun Penechar also play in two bands together, Scouts and Doubledrag.

A hint of heat and tradition create award-winning salsas and bloody mary mix.