Sign up now open for annual tradition

Sign up now open for annual tradition

By Nicole Rosales The tradition returns! Registration is now open for the 58th annual Dallas YMCA Turkey Trot, presented by Texas Health. Join thousands in Downtown Dallas on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 27, for the ultimate Turkey Day tradition, or trot from anywhere with the virtual option. This year’s event will provide unforgettable fun with: […]

Summer brings unwanted risks for pets

Summer brings unwanted risks for pets

By Dr. Beth Leermakers Are you and your pup(s) prepared for the dog days of summer — the hottest, muggiest and often most uncomfortable stretch of the season? You can bet the fleas and mosquitoes are! Now’s the time to protect your dog from fleas, heartworms (transmitted by mosquitoes) and dangerous heat. I write about […]

Foster, McPhee to sing for Chorale’s gala

Foster, McPhee to sing for Chorale’s gala

Grammy Award-winning musician, songwriter and producer David Foster and acclaimed singer, television and Broadway star Katharine McPhee (pictured) will headline the fifth annual Rhapsody gala benefiting Turtle Creek Chorale at the Statler Hotel on Saturday, September 20. The evening will offer an opening reception, seated dinner, luxury live auction and an exclusive concert by David […]

Pro women’s football league reaching goals

Pro women’s football league reaching goals

By David Mullen “Key block at the 50. Cutback at the 40 … the 30 … the 20 … She could go all the way!” She? There is a national spring football league championship coming to the area, and the teams are made up entirely of women playing tackle football. “At its core, we are […]

Texas Vignette seeks to bridge gender disparity gap in art

Texas Vignette seeks to bridge gender disparity gap in art

By Taylor Mayad Powell Attention Texas women artists! Texas Vignette announced this week a call for entries for its seventh-annual Vignette Art Fair, which will take place Oct. 2-4 at its new Dallas Design District location, On The Levee (1108 Quaker St., Dallas, TX 75207). The three-day juried event showcases works exclusively by Texas women […]

Dill Potato Salad

Dill Potato Salad

1 pound small red and yellow potatoes, quartered 1/2 cup mayonnaise 2 tablespoons whole grain mustard 1/4 cup dill pickle brine  3 ribs celery, chopped 1/2 red onion, diced small  2/3 cup chopped dill Salt and pepper to taste In a large pot, combine potatoes and enough water to cover them by 2 inches. Season […]

Bucket lists are full of ballpark visits

Bucket lists are full of ballpark visits

By David Mullen With the summer approaching and sports fans preparing to travel, taking in a Major League Baseball game is often part of a vacation itinerary. For some, seeing a baseball game in every MLB ballpark is the itinerary. Visiting every MLB ballpark is atop many bucket lists. Creating a bucket list is unappealing […]

Unique donut shop closes doors for good

Unique donut shop closes doors for good

“It is with heavy hearts that we announce the closing of Hypnotic Donuts. After 12 years of serving the best donuts and chicken biscuits in Dallas, it is time to retire.  We are so grateful for the years of community love and support. We will miss you.  “Life is short … eat the Donut!” — […]

Steak and Bernaise Sauce

Steak and Bernaise Sauce

2 ribeyes or New York strip steaks, room temperature 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1/2 cup dry white wine 1/4 cup white wine vinegar 1 shallot, minced 3 tablespoons chopped tarragon leaves, divided 3 egg yolks  8 tablespoons butter, melted Salt and pepper to taste  Season both sides of steaks with salt and pepper.  Heat cast iron pan […]

Second annual AAPI fest welcomed back dragon boat races

Second annual AAPI fest welcomed back dragon boat races

From Staff Reports Dallas hosted its second Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage and Dragon Boat Festival, with crowds enjoying food and performances and cheering on the races at White Rock Lake. More than a dozen dragon boat teams took to the water at Dallas’ Bath House Bath House Cultural Center on May 18. […]