By Warren Black Every night at the State Fair of Texas (Fair) Mattress Firm’s Illumination Sensation presents a 15-minute live music, dance and laser light spectacular on a stage built in the very center of the Esplanade. The Original Esplanade is the 100-yard fountain in between the Centennial and Automotive Buildings in front of the […]
1 cup unsalted butter, softened 1 cup granulated sugar 1 cup packed light brown sugar 2 large eggs, room temperature 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 4 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1 ounce freeze-dried blueberries 2 cups white chocolate chips Heat oven to 350° F. Line […]
By Ava Skipworth Monster Yogurt is bringing back its annual Create-A-Monster campaign for the entire month of October, from October 1-31. Children are invited to celebrate creativity while supporting Dallas Art Therapy and its work in the community. Throughout the campaign, young artists for $1 will be encouraged to create their own original monster artwork […]
By Beth Leermakers “My dog has been scratching for months. It’s constant. His hair is falling out. I don’t have vet money, what can I do? He has to get some relief. Please help me find a solution.” I’m not surprised this pet parent, who posted this heartfelt plea in Nextdoor, can’t afford a vet […]
1/4 cup pine nuts 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 lemon, thinly sliced 2 bunches broccolini 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced 1/2 cup finely grated pecorino Salt and pepper to taste In a large dry skillet over medium heat, toast pine nuts until beginning to brown, about 2 minutes. Transfer to […]
By Angela Lang In less than one month, Klyde Warren Park’s annual signature fundraiser, Party in the Park Presented by PwC, will return, bringing together Dallas philanthropists, business leaders and community members in support of the Park. Now in its 14th year, the highly anticipated event on Thursday, Oct.8, will be led by Honorary Chair […]
By Josh Ortega It might not feel like it, but it’s been 74 days since the United States Men’s National Team was knocked out in the quarterfinals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup by Belgium in July. Now, as September wraps up, the USMNT is back on the pitch with a four-game lineup of international […]
By Warren Black The State Fair of Texas (Fair) always has a hidden treasures around every corner. One of the Fair’s favorite such attraction is the “Midway Barker,” or the “Man on the Pole.” Andy Mullins amazes fairgoers in front of the Cotton Bowl at the entrance of the Midway every year. Fair magic has […]
2 pounds mussels 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 onion, diced 1 cup dark beer 1 cup prepared BBQ sauce 4 cloves garlic, minced Salt and pepper to taste Sliced green onions, for garnish Serve with garlic bread Rinse mussels under cold water and remove any beards. If any are open, tap them on the counter. If […]
By Freya Bergren The Orchestra of New Spain’s 2026-27 Season titled “Looking South Anew,” offers a revealing and focused representation of music from Latin America ranging from the baroque to the 20th century, highlighted by a fully staged production of Argentinian Tango dance theater. The season brings back performers who have most impressed audiences in […]