Exhibit remembers prominent women

Exhibit remembers prominent women

From Bath House reports The Bath House Cultural Center presents the 33rd Annual Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) art exhibition, Oct. 12-Nov. 16. The exhibition features Day of the Dead visual art and altars in a variety of media created by local, national and international artists. A reception with the artists is […]

Local teacher’s art part of annual tour

Local teacher’s art part of annual tour

By Gigi Ekstrom On a fall weekend in 1992, six artists in the White Rock Lake area opened their studios to the public. That humble beginning has continued and grown while providing a rewarding experience for art enthusiasts of all ages. When the 2019 White Rock Lake Artists’ Studio Tour opens its doors this weekend, […]

Consider fostering after loss of beloved pet

Consider fostering after loss of beloved pet

By Dr. Beth Leermakers In early July, I said goodbye to Sparky, my 10-year-old dog whom I adopted in 2011. Sparky was having difficulty walking and standing up, and he was no longer eating well. He wasn’t wagging his tail and just wasn’t happy anymore. I gave him the highest dose of pain meds, but […]

Lemony Salmon and Caper Pasta

Lemony Salmon and Caper Pasta

4 (6-ounce) salmon fillets 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved 6 garlic cloves, lightly smashed 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/4 cup vegetable oil 1/2 cup capers, rinsed and patted dry Zest and juice of 1 lemon 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes 1 pound dried spaghetti 2 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian parsley 2 tablespoons […]

‘Joker’ an impeccable film you’ll only want to see once

‘Joker’ an impeccable film you’ll only want to see once

By Chic DiCiccio Director Todd Phillips has done something incredible with “Joker.” He’s made a movie that’s unbelievably crafted, shot, written and acted … that you absolutely only need to watch once. “Joker” is an incendiary culture bomb that should be praised for its moviemaking brilliance but stop short of lionizing the main character as […]

Favorite foods, new finds await Fair visitors

Favorite foods, new finds await Fair visitors

By Richard Lannen The State Fair of Texas is the mecca of fried foods and a haven for hungry and adventurous eaters alike. With so many choices available and dozens more added every year, it can feel daunting to decide what to eat. Some people try their best to taste every new addition and Big […]

Hinodeya unique, delicious

Hinodeya unique, delicious

By Richard Lannen The interior of Hinodeya is much like any Japanese restaurant in Dallas. It is clean and straightforward, with plenty of wood paneling and, at 6:30 p.m., already slammed with a severe dinner rush. Word has gotten around town about lower Greenville being the home to the next spawn of the famous 130-year-old […]

Grain-free diets threatening dogs’ health

Grain-free diets threatening dogs’ health

By Dr. Beth Leermakers Grain-free dog food has been considered the gold standard for canine nutrition. Recently, however, grain-free diets have been linked to dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM), a serious and often fatal heart condition in dogs. Is a grain-free diet causing this serious medical condition? The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is investigating whether diet […]

Roasted Barramundi with Tomato-Olive Relish

Roasted Barramundi with Tomato-Olive Relish

4 (6- to 7-ounce) barramundi filets 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved 1 cup pitted castelvetrano olives, halved 1 cup corn kernels 1/4 cup olive oil 1/4 cup pesto, either prepared or homemade Salt and pepper Heat oven to 400F. Line two sheet pans with parchment or foil.  Brush both sides of the filets with olive […]