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Mezzaluna means half-moon, but it is also a specific type of two-handled, crescent-shaped knife used in Tuscany — an interesting juxtaposition of images that perfectly captures the essence of Bentonville’s newest Italian restaurant. Chef Soerke Peters and partner Amy Stouffer successfully launched the concept in Pacific Grove, California, in 2019, then landed enthusiastically in Northwest Arkansas to perpetuate their culinary philosophy of creating and operating sustainably.
Jason and Summer Stubbs moved from Michigan to Northwest Arkansas a few years ago to be near family. Summer is originally from the Joplin area, and her brother lives in Bentonville. Jason, a cosmetic surgeon, opened Stubbs Center for Cosmetic Surgery in Fayetteville. “We moved at the height of the post-COVID craziness when houses were selling super-fast above asking price,” Summer said. That made it hard to find a house. But in April 2022, they found a home under construction in west Fayetteville.
Sam Walton once said, “High expectations are the key to everything.” These words surely resonate with Marsha Martin, whose life has been defined by her drive to achieve and a commitment to giving back. From her trailblazing career as the founder of Onyx Brands to her impact on Northwest Arkansas nonprofits, Marsha has set ambitious goals — not just for herself but also for the people and communities she cares about. She has demonstrated the power of combining business success with a sense of purpose.
