Rematch that most Americans welcome

Rematch that most Americans welcome

By David Mullen Only the Apollo 11 Moon Landing coverage, on July 20, 1969, has registered higher TV ratings than the live broadcast of last year’s Super Bowl between the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles. In the buildup prior to the game, the matchup was compelling, but not particularly titillating enough to draw additional […]

Cabaret star brings new shows to The Point

Cabaret star brings new shows to The Point

From Staff Reports CC Young announced this week it will host Dallas legend Denise Lee and her non-profit organization Visions for Change for a seven-show cabaret series. The first show will be held at The Point, CC Young’s Center for Arts and Education, on Tuesday, Feb. 20 at 7 p.m. The series is free to […]

Congee with Ground Pork

Congee with Ground Pork

2 cups jasmine rice 6 cups chicken stock 6 cups water, or as needed 1-inch piece of ginger, sliced 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 shallots. sliced 1 pound ground pork 3 green onions, thinly sliced Salt and pepper, to taste In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine rice, stock, water and ginger. Season with […]

McRae’s offers prix fixe menu for lovers

McRae’s offers prix fixe menu for lovers

By Melanie Mayfield McRae’s American Bistro & Cocktails is setting the stage for a romantic and sophisticated Valentine’s date night with special menus available beginning Friday, Feb. 9. The Surf n’ Turf menu addition will complement the regular menu beginning Friday, February 9 through Tuesday, February 13. For $69 per person enjoy beef tenderloin, lobster […]

Super Bowl viewing will be astronomical

Super Bowl viewing will be astronomical

By David Mullen Only the Apollo 11 Moon Landing coverage, on July 20, 1969, has registered higher TV ratings than the live broadcast of last year’s Super Bowl between the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles. In the buildup prior to the game, the matchup was compelling, but not particularly titillating enough to draw additional […]

Adventure garden reopening for spring

Adventure garden reopening for spring

The Dallas Arboretum celebrates spring with one of the Southwest’s biggest annual floral festivals, Dallas Blooms: A Picture’s Worth a Thousand Words, from February 24 to April 8. Named the “Most Beautiful Springtime Destination in the US” by Travel & Leisure, Dallas Blooms features 500,000 spring blooming flowers from more than 120 varieties. Of that […]

Taco Soup

Taco Soup

3 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 onion, diced 1 pound ground beef 1 (1.3-ounce) package taco seasoning 1 (4-ounce) can green chiles 1 (28-ounce) can fire-roasted crushed tomatoes 4 cups chicken stock 1 (14-ounce) can black beans 2 cups frozen corn Avocado and shredded cheese, for garnish Salt and pepper, to taste In a Dutch oven […]

‘Affair’ set for Feb. 2

‘Affair’ set for Feb. 2

The Dallas CASA Young Professionals will host the annual CASAblanca casino party “A Red-Carpet Affair” February 2. Named one of the top spring events every philanthropic young professional in Dallas should attend, CASAblanca will feature casino games, dancing, cocktails, appetizers, prizes and fun. The Special Edition Band will perform all night while guests hit the […]

How much wood would a Woodchuck chuck?

How much wood would a Woodchuck chuck?

By Dr. Beth Leermakers As Groundhog Day approaches, inquiring minds want to know, “Will Punxsatawney Phil see his shadow, condemning us to six more weeks of winter?” The origins of this peculiar tradition date back to the early days of Christianity in Europe, when the skies on Candlemas Day (February 2) were the key to […]

Beltré ranks among greatest Rangers

Beltré ranks among greatest Rangers

By David Mullen Since Hall of Fame pitcher Nolan Ryan retired in 1993, no Texas Rangers player has been more respected by players and fans than third baseman Adrián Beltré. On January 23, Beltré was elected by the Baseball Writers Association of America to the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum (HOF) in Cooperstown, […]