For the fifth year, the State Fair of Texas is offering Sensory-Friendly Mornings at the Fair every Wednesday of the 24-day event. The Fair collaborated with the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards and other local organizations to come up with ways to make Sensory-Friendly Mornings at the Fair beneficial and fun for […]
By Dr. Beth Leermakers “Teach your children well.” This song title applies to teaching kids how to interact safely and respectfully with pets. I cringe when I see those “cute” photos of toddlers lying on top of the family dog. There’s nothing cute about that scenario. Even the best-mannered, most tolerant dog may eventually say […]
Marinade: 1/4 cup chopped cilantro leaves and stems 8 garlic cloves 1/2 serrano pepper, seeded 2 tablespoons fish sauce 2 tablespoons lime juice (about 2 limes) 1/2 cup oil, plus more for cooking steak 1 pound sirloin steak Dressing: 1/4 cup fish sauce 1/4 cup lime juice (about 4 limes) 1/4 cup chopped cilantro leaves […]
By David Mullen In a few months, Michael Tew will be running in his first full marathon with a transformed mental outlook. But physically, he is half the man he used to be. Tew had bariatric surgery and took up running after his body reached epic proportions. Once weighing more than 400 pounds, he is […]
12 ounces baby corn 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 teaspoon kosher salt 2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste) 2 tablespoons fish sauce 2 tablespoons rice vinegar 1 tablespoon honey 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil 4 green onions, thinly sliced Heat oven to 425F. Line a baking sheet with parchment. In a bowl, toss corn with […]
By David Mullen “Sometimes, when the team is up against it — and the breaks are beating the boys — tell them to go out there with all they got and win just one for the … best national TV contract.” — excerpt from the famous Knute Rockne 1928 “Win One for the Gipper” speech, […]
The Bath House Cultural Center is seeking entries for its 37th annual Day of the Dead exhibition. For 2023, the show is titled Día de Muertos: A Love Letter for the Departed. The exhibition will include art in a variety of media and altar installations by local, regional and national artists. The tradition of the […]
By Dr. Beth Leermakers “My Golden Retriever is smarter than your honor student,” boasts a popular bumper sticker. Is that really true? How do we compare human and canine smarts? Psychologists measure human intelligence using Intelligence Quotient (IQ) tests that assess a range of cognitive abilities. Performance on a single test/puzzle/game does NOT indicate IQ, […]
By Karissa Condoianis The final countdown to three of the most coveted food titles in all of Texas begins. The State Fair of Texas is proud to present The 19th Annual Big Tex Choice Awards Finalists. On Sunday, August 27, three winners will be crowned in the categories of: “BEST TASTE – SAVORY,” “BEST TASTE […]
Juice of 1 lemon 2 tablespoons finely grated Parmesan 1/2 cup olive oil 2 nectarines, thinly sliced 4 heirloom tomatoes, cut into wedges 4 cups baby arugula 1/4 cup pine nuts In a bowl, whisk together lemon juice, Parmesan and oil. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Divide dressing into two bowls. Toss tomatoes and […]