Current Issue Midwest Living July/August 2021 Issue By Midwest Living editors Midwest Living editors Midwest Living's experienced editors create best-in-class travel, lifestyle, food, home and garden content you won't find anywhere else. We're loudly, proudly Midwestern, and we're passionate about helping our audience explore and create through award-winning storytelling. Midwest Living's Editorial Guidelines Published on June 15, 2021 Bonus Content Chicago Cottage Buying Guide Meet the Artist: Sydney G. James Midwest Living Road Rally 2021: The Wild Wonders of Missouri's Ozarks Explore Midwest Historic Homes and Gardens Summer Dreaming 01 of 02 Home Sweet Home Away: 4 Dreamy Vacation Rentals The Leo Cottage. MARGARET RAJIC Read More Forget the mug. When it comes to souvenirs, how about taking home stylish decorating ideas? Each of these private rentals reflects a slice of Midwest culture and design—and yes, you really can book them! 02 of 02 Bouquets of Joy From U-Pick Flower Farms Three Acre Farm. LINDSAY RITCHIE Read More Snip, sniff, say aah—U-pick flower fields provide more than just fresh bouquets. Taste of the Season How to Make a BLT the Birchwood Way Behind the Scenes at Iowa's State Fair Cookie Contest 4 Watermelon Recipes For Fresh Summer Flavor The Blueberry Pie That's Worth The Bake Featured Video: Artist Sydney G. James Sydney G. James and The Girl with the D Earring. More From the Issue 12 Editor Picks for This Summer Take Your Garden to New Heights with Clematis Tastes of Home: 4 Immigrant Chefs Share Their Specialties A Fresh Take on Classic Charm: 1947 Chicago Cottage Renovation What's Cooking? Watermelon Poke Bowl Syrian Hummus Birchwood BLT Grilled Squash in Cilantro, Lime and Fish Sauce Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit