Hot Crab Dip

Hot Crab Dip

8 ounces cream cheese, softened 1/4 cup Greek yogurt 1/4 cup mayonnaise 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce 1 Tablespoon lemon juice 1 teaspoon Old Bay 4 green onions, thinly sliced 1 cup grated white cheddar cheese, divided   1 pound lump crab meat, picked through to remove shells  Salt and pepper Crackers, for serving  Heat oven […]

New kitchen allows for new classes

New kitchen allows for new classes

By Eva Brandys Vegan cooking classes for all ages are now available at Lakewood Conservatory of Fine Arts (LCFA). LCFA offers a variety of classes, such as music, art, chess, foreign languages, LEGO club and now a brand-new program, the Vegan, Plant Based & Raw Food cooking class. LCFA has been working on their kitchen […]

Crime Watch — Vol. 13, No. 2

Crime Watch — Vol. 13, No. 2

Jan. 4 – 3 p.m. 2000 Block, N. Garrett Ave. (75206) Burglary of a Residence: An unknown suspect broke into the complainant’s apartment and stole property.  Jan. 4 – 9 p.m. 10700 Block, Ferguson Rd. (75228) Aggravated Assault w/ a Deadly Weapon: An unknown suspect shot the complainant.  Jan. 5 – 9:30 a.m. 3300 Block, […]

Get creative with cold weather play

Get creative with cold weather play

By Dr. Beth Leermakers “Neither snow nor rain nor heat nor gloom of night stays these couriers from the swift completion of their appointed rounds.”  This United States Postal Service motto applies to energetic dogs’ exercise routines, too. Young and/or high-energy pups need daily physical activity and mental stimulation, regardless of the weather.  On chilly […]

Parade part of Centennial celebration

Parade part of Centennial celebration

CC Young, a premier, non-profit senior living community located near White Rock Lake in Dallas, is celebrating its Centennial this year, a milestone that will honor CC Young’s legacy and achievement since receiving its charter as a home for the elderly in 1922. CC Young’s mission continues with the same mission and ministry as its […]

East Dallas now officially enchanted

East Dallas now officially enchanted

Peggy the Pegasus flew into East Dallas last week and landed on the lawn of neighbor and community volunteer Gary Isett. Peggy joins fellow antique collectibles, including an original Kip’s Big Boy statue, a vintage Dairy Queen sign and a rainbow T-Rex dinosaur on Isett’s property, which sits at the corner of Abrams Rd. and […]

Master technician keeps in tune with times

Master technician keeps in tune with times

By Judy Babb Tucked away in a corner of Lake Highlands where I- 635 and Plano Road intersect is a place with a lot of history and credibility. Both of those come from Rico Padilla, the owner and backbone of Rico and Son’s Automotive.  Rico, as everyone calls him, brings 47 years of automotive experience […]

Baklava Shortbread

Baklava Shortbread

Base:  2 cups flour 1-1/2 sticks unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch pieces 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt Topping:  1 cup chopped walnuts 1/2 cup chopped pistachios 3 tablespoons sugar 1/4 cup butter, softened 1/4 cup honey 1/2 teaspoon salt Glaze: 4 tablespoons butter 1/3 cup honey 1 tablespoon packed light brown […]