1 tablespoon vegetable oil 2 shallots, minced 1 Thai chili, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon minced lemongrass 1 tablespoon minced ginger 1 tablespoon brown sugar 1 tablespoon fish sauce 4 cups chicken broth 2 (13.5-ounce) cans coconut milk 1-pound boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces 8 ounces sliced cremini mushrooms Juice […]
By Dr. Beth Leermakers Reindeer may be the best-known Christmas animals, but they aren’t the only stars in Christmas celebrations and traditions around the world. These eight animals also take center stage during the Christmas season: Kangaroos in Australia. Reindeer aren’t the only delivery team on Santa’s payroll. Down under, where it’s too hot for […]
By David Mullen As the year comes to a close, many people are looking for a fresh start to 2025. They are cleaning out clutter, looking for ways to tighten belts literally (lose weight) and figuratively (reduce expenses) and making resolutions that are assembled with the best intentions. It is the time for reflection. The […]
4 (1-inch thick) bone-in pork chops 3 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 shallot, sliced 1/2 cup dry white wine 1 cup chicken stock 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1 can artichoke hearts, quartered 1/2 cup kalamata olives, chopped 1 tablespoon unsalted butter Kosher salt and black pepper Bring chops to room temperature and season with salt […]
By Dr. Beth Leermakers Cats and dogs have an uncanny knack for getting sick or injured when their veterinary clinic is closed. Throughout the years, I have spent several Sundays, and one memorable Christmas Eve, at a regular (not emergency) vet clinic that is open 24/7/365. Emergency vet clinics are fabulously expensive, often costing thousands […]
By David Mullen With the Dallas Cowboys in total freefall, the Mavericks and Stars seasons off to promising starts and the Texas Rangers adjusting their 2025 roster one year removed from a World Series championship, there was one story out of Dallas that was under the radar. The Major League Baseball Winter Meetings just concluded […]
By Juliette Coulter The Hispanic 100 (H100) Latina Giving Circle at Texas Women’s Foundation has awarded $114,000 in grants to 29 North Texas area nonprofits serving the needs of Latina women and girls in low- and moderate-income communities. Since its inception, H100 has given $786,000 across 165 grants. The H100 Latina Giving Circle at Texas […]
By Becky Mayad Just in time for the holidays, the Lone Star Wind Orchestra (LSWO) will present Unwrap the Joy, a Christmas celebration featuring festive music for the entire family — from carols and classical pieces, to contemporary tunes that have a special way of bringing people together and enhancing the holiday spirit. Under the […]
4 (6-ounce) duck breasts 4 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 tablespoons white miso 4 tablespoons honey Heat oven to 400F. Using a sharp knife, cut a crosshatch pattern into the skin on the duck breasts. Season with salt and pepper. Place duck breasts skin side down in a cold skillet and turn heat to medium. Sear […]
Celebrate the joy of the season at Klyde Warren Park’s highly anticipated Tree Lighting Celebration on Saturday, Dec. 7 from 4-7 p.m. This free, family-friendly event invites North Texans to come together for an afternoon filled with holiday cheer. Presented by Energy Transfer, the event features live music, holiday-inspired treats from food trucks and activities […]