The Weekend Culturist

The Weekend Culturist reviews destinations through the lens of arts and local food culture — covering galleries, makers markets, independent restaurants, and neighborhood character. Each guide is built around what a place feels like to experience, not just visit, with editorial picks sourced from local expertise and firsthand exploration. The publication focuses on short-trip itineraries where culture and cuisine are the draw.

She evaluates destinations by how well local culture is expressed through food, public art, and the character of walkable neighborhoods.

Simone Hartley · Founding Editor