Meet Matt.
The person behind The Local Way
I’m Matt, a husband and dad of three. Home is the Oklahoma City area, and I built The Local Way to share the places, food and stories that make this part of Oklahoma worth exploring.
Hospitality has been a big part of my life. I enjoy taking care of people, making them feel welcome and helping them find something they might have missed. Sometimes that is a great dinner. Sometimes it is a neighborhood, a bit of local history or a place you would never think to search for.
I have a soft spot for a proper smash burger, good conversation and places with some character. Away from the guide, I enjoy time with my family, traveling with my wife, live music, a good book and discovering somewhere new together. I want a recommendation to feel like it came from someone who listened to what you actually enjoy.
Why I built this
The best part of visiting a city is rarely just checking off the obvious stops. It is the little discovery you talk about afterward. The Local Way brings those possibilities together for Oklahoma City, Norman and nearby places worth the drive, with room for families, date nights, curious visitors and locals looking for a fresh idea.
How places make the guide
I look for a real local connection, a reason to recommend the place and enough current information to plan a visit. Hours and menus change, so always check with the business first. Suggestions and corrections help this guide keep getting better.
Independence matters
Businesses cannot buy a favorable write-up or a place on the guide. Clearly marked travel links may earn a commission, but they do not determine the editorial recommendations.