If a picture is worth a thousand words, then the stories of an acclaimed photographer speak volumes in praise of the culture of our community.

The beauty of our city is that every season is an opportunity for our community to embrace the arts and culture we have. Who can forget about The Nutcracker play at UTEP in the winter,

Fashion is the language of representation, freedom and expression that craves the warmth of community.

Wine has appeared in art for centuries. But from its inception, winemaking has been thought of as both art and science.

Literature is essential to the well-being of communities, including those of the El Paso region. Sometimes, however, inspiring communities to be more involved in the literary world is harder than it may seem.

As El Paso grows out of the title of a “small town” and expands eastward, one only needs to drive down Montana to find The Yard.

As El Paso continues to assert itself as a destination of culture, tourism, and economic growth, the upcoming Way Out West Festival (WOW Fest) promises to be a cornerstone of this vibrant evolution.

With the Fall season coming up, many people may be searching for the fall spirit by decorating for Halloween, Dia de Los Muertos, or watching horror movies.

The community is celebrating the life of Rob “The Rabbit” Pitts, a cherished figure whose vibrant spirit and entrepreneurial zeal touched the hearts of many. At 45 years old, Pitts’ unexpected death in August made an impact on our community…

As we anticipate the crisp days of Autumn, it’s the perfect time to indulge in seasonal festivities that tantalize the senses. Recently, Ambar Restaurante set a high bar for fall events with an exclusive agave tasting dinner, featuring the esteemed Felipe Camarena of Don Vicente and G4 Tequilas.

Let’s face it… Iconic doesn’t begin to describe one of the most influential makeup artists in the world: Pat McGrath. Recognized by Vogue and celebrated globally, Pat has transformed beauty with her artistry…

The year 2006. The sport, Women’s Roller Derby. The place is El Paso, Texas. This is where a group of women wanted to build a derby league by El Paso women for El Paso women, since the closest derby league was in Austin, Texas.

Trang “Tracy” Vu remembers the day she opened her first restaurant on El Paso’s West Side. Having owned previous businesses, she never thought about expanding into the food industry.

Positive psychology is transforming the way we think about mental well-being, shifting the focus from trying to fix what’s broken to enhancing what makes life truly fulfilling. Traditionally, psychology has been synonymous with diagnosing and treating mental health issues…

The pitter-patter of happy little paws sounds different for one special pup in the community named Mario Kart, who was fighting a battle that no one could have predicted. His story began with heartbreak.

The shape of Downtown is changing as visitors are encouraged to take a respite from the Sun City heat and enjoy a walk in the clouds inside a multilevel masterpiece made of an undulating series of barrel vaults that extend above a cloud-like canopy…

The Dry Land and El Paso Children’s Garden
The excitement is building.
“Tell us more about this garden coming to our area,” exclaims one curious gardener.
“I want details,” demands a local businessman.

As our summer weather slowly begins to fade, the sun settles a little earlier in our beautiful mountains. You can easily feel like something special is about to stir in the Sun City of El Paso. Football season in El Paso is a time when families, friends, and neighbors can become closer and also become rivals.

As summer comes to a close and we start longing for cool weather, my wine urge turns to those that work in fall and cooler weather. In September, I typically begin the transition from chilled white and rosé wines to light red wines for the beginning of the fall season.

As kids begrudgingly make their way back into schools and the smell of pumpkin spice dances through the air, the season of Fall marks the beginning of a social calendar filled with friendly hangouts and family visits.

The Amigo Airsho has been a beloved El Paso tradition for decades. Since 1981, the event has brought entertainment to El Paso with breathtaking aerial performances and fascinating static aircraft displays.

Soldiercon is back and ready to electrify the pop-culture scene with a three-day extravaganza from September 6-8, 2024, at the new Starlight Convention Center…

Men are often expected to embody stoicism, keeping their emotions locked away and never expressing them publicly…

The road to rock and roll never ran smoothly, but it’s a lot more fun with a little help from your friends. A band of young rockers from El Paso are making their mark on the music industry at home and abroad through a sonic symphony of quirky guitar whirls…

When thinking of the term “mariachi,” many people may have the typical image in their head of a man or woman wearing traje de charro, which consists of ornamented jackets and pants or skirts along with a sombrero.

Evan Romo remembers his big idea for a class project. He introduced Emmeff Pearl to his entrepreneurial class at UTEP as a social media service where local businesses would hire him to promote their brands…

Wine and music have always had a symphonic relationship. While teaching an adult education class on wine at UTEP many years ago, I tried an experiment…

Let’s face it, both music and makeup are expressive forms of art. Music artists have used makeup to express themselves and stand out throughout the years. They’ve created iconic and memorable styles that uniquely complement their sound…

As I mulled over the topic of this month’s issue, I began to reflect on the profound impact of music on my own life…

For most of my life, I’ve lived in just one place.The only time I haven’t lived in El Paso is a time before my memory. I was just 3 years old when my parents moved here, and I wasn’t yet old enough for anything from that time to hold any significance…

With over two decades of musical expertise, Mike Hernandez is not only a multi-talented musician: he’s also an inspiration and guiding hand to the future…

Before we know it, the almost 8,000 square foot permanent butterfly exhibit at the El Paso Children’s Garden will take flight – literally.

A change in lifestyle has led an El Paso wine lover to make a career change, which now offers El Paso one of its finest restaurants – with perhaps the best wine list in the entire City!

Let’s face it, skincare can be a little overwhelming – especially when it comes to the ingredients and understanding their effects with “acid” in the name.

“You shouldn’t fight. Use your words,” is what a lot of parents would say to their children after a playground brawl. However, for the Han siblings, especially Stephanie Han, who is the fourth out of the five siblings, fighting is in their DNA. Fighting and winning.

According to the Oxford English Dictionary, my favorite word has everything to do with my favorite thing to do: storytelling. The Latin term fabula is derived from fari, meaning “to speak,” which is where we get the word “fable” from.

Everyone has something they are afraid of. Whether it’s as small as spiders, or something on a bigger scale, such as getting on an airplane, we all have to decide how far we’ll let those fears go from stopping us from experiencing life.

Appreciation and humility were shown across the face of young artist Carla Padilla, as The City Magazine sat down with her to discuss her ever-growing business. Padilla, nicknamed Cee Dubbs, has found a creative outlet as unique as her designs.

When I was growing up there was (I guess, still is) a New Edition song called “Boys to Men.” In it, the first verse goes “Growing up can be a pain. You’re not a man until you come of age.” Well guess what? I think I’ve come of age, and oh my gosh does it hurt!

Step into the pulsating rhythm of El Paso’s nocturnal heartbeat and meet the disruptors of the status quo: Johnny Escalante and Kiki Cervantes, the namesakes behind J&K Present. In a city where tradition meets the avant-garde, these two renegades have carved out a realm of boundless creativity and unbridled passion.