Tag Archives: Oklahoma City

How to Visit the Lake Hefner Lighthouse at East Wharf (Oklahoma City)

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The Lake Hefner Lighthouse is one of the most beautiful places in Oklahoma City. I light up whenever I drive by it (pun intended!), and I love coming and eating lunch at one of the marina’s restaurants with lighthouse views. Here’s what you need to know to plan your own visit to this OKC lighthouse, […]

11 Best State Parks Near Oklahoma City Ranked + Map to Find Them!

11 Best State Parks Near Oklahoma City Ranked + Map to Find Them! by Stephanie Craig

We live in OKC, and one thing I noticed when we decided we wanted our family to visit every Oklahoma state park in the next five years is that there aren’t that many state parks near Oklahoma City. Unlike Tulsa, which has a lot of state parks you can reach in under an hour, the […]

Mahogany Prime Steakhouse: Classic Steakhouse Fare Done to Perfection (Oklahoma City & Tulsa)

Mahogany Prime Steakhouse Oklahoma City and Tulsa Review by Stephanie Craig

When my husband requested we try out a new-to-us steakhouse for our wedding anniversary, I made a reservation at the Mahogany Prime Steakhouse in northwest Oklahoma City. With a reputation for being one of the best steakhouses in Oklahoma, I knew we were in for a treat. But I remained somewhat skeptical. In a historically […]

30 Best Day Trips from Oklahoma City for Any Kind of Adventurer!

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Are you looking for fun day trips from Oklahoma City? If so, look no further! Since moving back to Oklahoma we have gone on a dozen Oklahoma day trips, and I have a whole host of my favorite day trips from OKC that I’ve done when I was visiting my family over the past few […]

24 Cities with Direct Flights from OKC: the Best Nonstop Flights from Oklahoma City

Cities with Direct Flights from OKC the Best Nonstop Flights from Oklahoma City by Stephanie Craig

Are you looking to plan a weekend getaway without having to drive? These cities have direct flights from OKC, saving you time on transportation and allowing you to enjoy your weekend hassle-free. Below is a guide to which cities have nonstop flights from Oklahoma City so you can choose where to go on your next […]

Driving from Oklahoma City to Dallas: Things to Do Between OKC and DFW + Road Trip Tips

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There was a time when I was in high school when my Dad had to commute to Dallas from Oklahoma City, so we would take turns and spend some weekends in Dallas so he wouldn’t have to make the drive from OKC to Dallas every single week. This, plus all my trips to Texas, means […]

17 of the Best Vegan Restaurants in Oklahoma City + Vegan-Friendly OKC Restaurants

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As a vegan food enthusiast, I have been eating my way through the best vegan-friendly restaurants and best vegan restaurants in Oklahoma City for the past 5 years. I want to share with you my absolute favorite places to dine out or order in, so you can easily find the best Oklahoma City vegan food. […]

13 Things to Know Before Visiting the Oklahoma City Farmers Market: Tips & Tricks!

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Planning to visit the Oklahoma City Farmers Market? Known officially at the Farmers Public Market, it’s a popular Saturday morning spot in OKC and the centerpiece of the Farmers Market District. Here’s what you need to know to plan the perfect visit! Can’t read now? Pin for later! Tip for Visiting the Oklahoma City Farmers […]

7 Things to Do in the Farmers Market District in OKC + Where to Eat!

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When we moved back to Oklahoma from Europe, hitting up the OKC Farmers Public Market was high on my list of what I wanted to do when I got here. We waited two months until the weather turned a bit closer to spring to have our first market day. Here are our favorite things to […]

Power House Review: Cocktails & TexMex with an Okie Twist (OKC’s Farmers Market District)

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After spending a long morning at the Oklahoma City Farmers Public Market, we were anxious to try one of the restaurants nearby. We ended up at Power House, a Southwestern-inspired bar in the Farmers Public Market’s parking lot that’s a popular OKC brunch spot to visit after the market. Here’s my full Power House review […]