Start the New Year with a laugh at “Backdoor Comedy’s New Year’s Eve Comedy Bash with Paul Varghese & Friends,” Wednesday, Dec. 31. The club’s annual comedy event, now it it’s 19th year, has become a DFW tradition and is still the hot ticket for North Texas New Year’s Eve celebrations. The Backdoor will present […]
By Beth Leermakers When we think of Christmas animals, reindeer usually lead the way. But around the world, the holiday menagerie looks different. In Australia — where Christmas arrives in the heat of summer — kangaroos replace Rudolph as Santa’s helpers, while in other countries horses, cats and goats play starring roles in festive traditions. […]
By David Mullen The 2025 NFL season will be remembered for the changing of the guard. And the quarterback. And the coach. After seasons of relative predictability, at this point in the season, the NFL playoff picture has rarely been this erratic. Before the season, it was safe to assume that the usual suspects in […]
4 boneless pork loin chops 6 ounces fontina, cut into slices 8 sage leaves 4 slices prosciutto 3/4 cup all-purpose flour 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided 1/2 cup dry white wine 1 cup chicken broth Juice of 1/2 lemon Salt and pepper Heat oven to 350° F. On a cutting […]
By Marshall Detwiler The Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden announces the debut of the Mistletoe Lounge, opening to the public on December 14. This all-new 21+ pop-up bar experience premieres during Holiday at the Arboretum, presented by Reliant, offering adults a sophisticated retreat within the gardens and a fresh way to enjoy one of Dallas’ […]
The Dallas Opera presents its beloved annual Robert E. and Jean Ann Titus Family Recital on Sunday, February 1, 2026, at 2 p.m. at Moody Performance Hall in the Dallas Arts District. This season’s recital features soprano Erin Morley and pianist Gerald Martin Moore. Celebrated for her “stratospheric high notes and flawless musicality” Morley has […]
By Mark McKenzie Grab the kids, gather the grandchildren — the whole family if possible! — and come to Wilshire Baptist Church on Friday, Dec. 19, for One Starry Night, a free interactive Bethlehem experience with something for everyone. The first stop will be the census table, where, just like Mary and Joseph, visitors will […]
1-pound small carrots, cut in half lengthwise 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided Juice and zest of 1 orange 1/2 teaspoon whole grain mustard 12 mint leaves, cut into thin strips 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds Kosher salt Heat oven to 450F. Line a baking sheet with parchment. Spread carrots out on prepared pan, […]
By Mark Mirek Boy Scouts of Troop 43 returned to defend their two-year reign as champions of the St. Thomas Aquinas Fall Food Festival on Saturday, Nov. 15 benefiting the St. Vincent de Paul society. This annual culinary clash, hosted by the STA Knights of Columbus, drew the greatest number of competitors in event history. […]
By Beth Leermakers Over the river and through the woods to grandmother’s house we go — with Fluffy and Fido in tow. Traveling with pets isn’t always as easy as it seems. If you’re traveling with your fur kid(s) over the holidays, now is the time to prepare. Plan Ahead Pet proof your car. Cats […]