By Katie Vaughn | Photos courtesy Mari Slobounov, Alecia Jacobson & Midwest Munchers
Insider’s Guide
As owner of the Living in Madison Real Estate Group, Mari Slobounov found that clients wanted to know what it really feels like to live here.
So she launched Living in Madison, an Instagram account that “shows Madison beyond listings: the neighborhoods, the culture, the food, the events, the everyday moments that make people fall in love with living here,” she explains.
What’s your favorite part of living in Madison?
The people. I’ve lived in Seattle, California and Washington, DC, and I’ve never experienced a place where people are as genuinely so kind and community-driven as they are in Madison. There’s a real sense of connection here and people show up for one another.
Audio Empowerment
Tune in to “Spirit of a Badass” to feel seen and inspired. On the podcast, health and life coach Alecia Jacobson shares stories and interviews of resilient women, tackling topics spanning from women’s health to parenting to motivation to activism. “I just want to make a big-ass impact on the world,” Jacobson says, “and my way of doing that is one conversation at a time.”
What do you hope women get from listening to your podcast?
I hope they get the information and inspiration. They need to go out and make an impact because a strong, informed, healthy woman has momentum and can change her world for the better that will ripple out into her career, her family, her friends.
Hungry for Experiences
Come to Midwest Munchers for restaurant recommendations; stay for Jordan and Mike Decello’s coverage of travel, recipes and supper clubs across the Midwest, delivered with humor and upbeat energy. On their blog and Instagram account (boasting more than 260,000 followers), the couple have created “a scrapbook of our very best Midwesty life,” Jordan says.
What makes a great supper club?
The bartenders who pour a stiff drink. The fish fry. The low lighting and wood paneling that makes you feel like you’re in your grandma’s basement! The waitress is probably someone in town you know. The old fashioneds. The relish tray. Ahhhhh, all the best things in life!
What’s the buzziest restaurant in the Madison area right now?
Honestly, we’re not about the buzz. Skip the fast pace and buzzy restaurants. I want a solid meal that never disappoints. If you’re looking for that, check out Toby’s Supper Club in Madison!
