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For anyone who travels downtown, construction of the Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge is hard to miss. The link connecting Woodall Rodgers Freeway to Singleton Boulevard is Dallas’ newest landmark and that deserves a celebration. One such is planned for March 2 with local foods and delectable tastings from celebrity chefs, specialty drinks and live music from... [Read more...]

In a fictional Family Feud game where 100 people were surveyed about traditional Valentine’s Day items, the number one answer would be flowers. Number two would be chocolate and you have a chance to take a tour and discover the city’s best thanks to Dallas by Chocolate. A two to three hour tour is led by food experts who will offer you samples from... [Read more...]

The International Sports Sciences Association is an agency committed to fitness education and stemming the tide of poor health and physical decline in the country. They certify instructors like Jennifer Scheck, the leader of the Village’s Boot Camp classes. A former NFL Cheerleader, Scheck has trained as a professional athlete and has incorporated a variety... [Read more...]

The Lakewood Landing is a self-proclaimed ‘Upscale Dive’ with awards from the Dallas Observer and D Magazine about the environment, the atmosphere and the food. It’s been nearly a decade since they were named the Best Burger in the city, but their masterpiece of a 6-oz beef patty with your choice of cheeses is still near the top of many a list. They’re... [Read more...]

It was once The White Rock Yacht Club, but has emerged from the flames of a tragic fire to be reborn as the BackYard Beach Bar. Whether you’re wearing a bathing suit, athletic gear or a leisure suit, everyone 18 and older is welcomed to enjoy this neighborhood hangout just six miles from The Meadow, south on Greenville to Richmond and La Vista Drive. The... [Read more...]

What could be better than going out and enjoying some live entertainment with a group of friends or family? If you've been looking for some fantastic shows to attend, then check out the upcoming events at the Verizon Theatre. Verizon Theatre- (1001 Performance Place, Grand Prairie, TX) February 10th, get tickets to see the original American Idol, Kelly... [Read more...]

For the past decade, the DFW Metroplex has heated up for the hottest food festival in the country and this year will be no different. ZestFest 2012 is a showcase for the zestiest products on the market and exhibitors from coast to coast converge on the Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas for a sizzling weekend starting Friday, Jan. 27. The three-day event... [Read more...]

Many will resolve to start a fitness plan in the New Year, working out their intended path to the Fitness Center or planning to start jogging the trails that surround The Meadow. Those trails are buffered by trees and lakes, but it’s nothing like the path at the Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary, about 30 minutes north on US-75 to... [Read more...]

The state of Texas and the area in northeastern Spain known as Catalonia (Catlunya) are very similar. Both were once independent states and are still considered by many to be just that to this day. Both are influenced by Spanish culture and both appreciate great food. Many are already familiar with Texas BBQ, but on Jan. 23, Chef Daniel Olivella will be instructing... [Read more...]

Recognized in competitions and the consumers of the city, CrossRoads Winery is the dream of a winemaker and two owners who are happy to make big, bold award-winning wines in the spirit of our great state. Located north on US-75 to I-635 West and the Dallas North Tollway in Frisco, they’ll be holding a New Year’s celebration that comes with a bottle of... [Read more...]

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