Holistic living exhibits part of celebration

Holistic living exhibits part of celebration

By Taylor Mayad Kick off spring with a colorful celebration of spirituality and Indian culture at the fifth annual Festival of Joy. The festival will take place at Klyde Warren Park (2012 Woodall Rodgers Fwy., Dallas) on Saturday, April 27, beginning at 11 a.m. and culminating with a live headline stage performance at 7 p.m. […]

Fusillli with Pea Pesto

Fusillli with Pea Pesto

2 cups frozen peas, thawed 1/4 cup mint leaves  2 tablespoons toasted  pine nuts 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan  1/2 cup extra-virgin  olive oil  1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 pound fusilli pasta, cooked al dente Lemon zest, for garnish  Salt  In the bowl of a food processor, combine peas, mint, pine nuts and Parmesan. Process until […]

Springtime means slithering creatures emerge

Springtime means slithering creatures emerge

By Dr. Beth Leermakers My dog was bitten by a snake 15 years ago, and I still remember the scary experience vividly. Snowie was digging under the house, clearly in pursuit of a critter. Suddenly he yelped, ran inside, and hid under the bed. His face swelled up within minutes, and Snowie was so uncomfortable […]

Baseball season begins while America sleeps

Baseball season begins while America sleeps

By David Mullen While you were sleeping, you may have missed that the 2024 MLB baseball season is officially underway. The Los Angeles Dodgers faced the San Diego Padres in Seoul, South Korea on March 20 and March 21 at 5 a.m. CDT. There was no need to set an alarm as 2,428 regular season […]

Elvis Cookies

Elvis Cookies

2 very ripe bananas 3/4 cup (1 and 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted 1/4 cup bacon fat, melted 1 1/2 cups light brown sugar, packed 2 large egg yolks 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 2 2/3 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 2/3 cup (112 g) peanut butter chips 6 slices […]

Stars missing look of champion team

Stars missing look of champion team

By David Mullen As the Texas Rangers put the finishing touches on the team that will begin defending their World Championship and the Dallas Cowboys try to bounce back from an unsatisfying 12-win season by retooling their roster through free agency and the NFL Draft, the Dallas Stars and Dallas Mavericks are winding down their […]

Bunnies, birds part of Easter activities

Bunnies, birds part of Easter activities

Spend Easter weekend, Friday-Sunday, March 29-31, at the most beautiful place in Dallas during Dallas Blooms: A Picture’s Worth a Thousand Words. Pack a picnic and enjoy live musical performances and lively bands on the Martin Rutchik Concert Stage & Lawn. Guest of all ages will enjoy a special Spring Market with favorite local artisan […]

Lacinato with Tomatoes and Mushrooms

Lacinato with Tomatoes and Mushrooms

3 tablespoons vegetable oil 8 ounces crimini  mushrooms, sliced  1 onion, sliced 3 cloves garlic, minced  1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper 1-pint grape tomatoes, halved  1/2 cup chicken broth 2 bunches lacinato kale, cut into 1-inch ribbons Salt and pepper  In a large skillet, heat oil until hot. Add mushrooms and cook, stirring, until wilted, […]

Alternative therapies can reduce joint pain

Alternative therapies can reduce joint pain

By Dr. Beth Leermakers “Jinny has a touch of arthritis,” said the veterinarian who recently examined my 13-year-old foster dog. I’m not surprised, given her age. Between 20-40 percent of all dogs will suffer from osteoarthritic pain at some point in their lives. Osteoarthritis (OA) impacts dogs of all sizes, breeds and ages — not […]

Friendship with NFL player made lasting impact

Friendship with NFL player made lasting impact

By David Mullen On January 25, 1987, in Pasadena, Calif., the NFL could not have requested better conditions. It was a picture perfect 76 degrees at the Rose Bowl Stadium, as the New York Giants and Denver Broncos lined up for the opening kickoff in Super Bowl XXII.  Neil Diamond had just concluded the National […]