Home tour celebrates beauty, diversity

Home tour celebrates beauty, diversity

By Christina Rogers The 17th Annual AIA Dallas Tour of Homes, presented by eggersmann Kitchens & Home Living, returns Saturday, Oct. 28 and Sunday, Oct. 29. Dallas’ only citywide home tour curated by architects celebrates the beauty and diversity of residential architecture across North Texas. This year’s tour features six homes, including two in East […]

Misidentification can lead to breed stigmas

Misidentification can lead to breed stigmas

By Dr. Beth Leermakers Does it really matter what breeds make up your mixed breed dog? While having the right “designer” breed mix (think Labradoodle or Golden Doodle) is very important to some people, there may be important health reasons for knowing your dog’s ancestry. There are several reasons to consider DNA testing for your […]

Plant lover becomes Guerrilla Gardener

Plant lover becomes Guerrilla Gardener

By C.W. Smith Just behind the house Lorlee Bartos bought in 1980 stretched an alley, a narrow strip of earth, a six-foot chain-link fence and a wide swath of weed-choked public land sloping down to the asphalt of eastbound I-30. She planted roses along her side of the fence, and soon their long stems and […]

Pan Bagnat

Pan Bagnat

1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar  2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1 shallot, thinly sliced 1 cup chopped black olives 1 cup microgreens 10 ounces tuna packed in olive oil, drained Juice of 1 lemon 1/2 ciabatta baguette, cut in half lengthwise  1 tomato, halved and sliced 2 hard boiled eggs, […]

Art fair amplifies talented women

Art fair amplifies talented women

By Taylor Mayad Seeking Texas-based women artists of all levels, Texas Vignette announced this week a call for entries for its fifth annual Vignette Art Fair, which will take place Nov. 3-4, at Dallas Market Hall. The popular two-day juried event exclusively features works by Texas women artists in an effort to promote exceptional yet […]

McGriff, Rolen join fading Hall of Fame

McGriff, Rolen join fading Hall of Fame

By David Mullen On Sunday, July 23, the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum in Cooperstown, N.Y. will open the doors to new members Fred McGriff and Scott Rolen. More than four dozen Hall of Famers are expected to attend the festivities honoring the Class of 2023. The annual induction ceremonies are a pilgrimage […]

Picnic celebration huge success

Picnic celebration huge success

By John Walls The Eastwood Neighborhood Association (ENA; eastwooddallas.org) in Dallas proudly announces the resounding success of its Annual Fourth of July Parade and Picnic, held on Tuesday, July 4. More than 150 adults, kids and pets took part in the parade, showcasing their creativity and patriotic spirit as they marched through the neighborhood. The […]

Coconut Chicken Strips

Coconut Chicken Strips

1 cup unsweetened coconut cream 1/2 tablespoon curry powder 1/4 cup cilantro leaves, chopped 2 tablespoons fish sauce 1 tablespoon granulated sugar 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice 1 teaspoon kosher salt 4 (5-ounce) skinless and boneless chicken breasts, sliced into 1-inch wide strips Vegetable oil, for cooking In a medium bowl, whisk together coconut cream, […]

Dogs make a splash during summer events

Dogs make a splash during summer events

By Dr. Beth Leermakers When you spend many hours on Facebook networking shelter dogs, you discover a lot of animal care tips and resources from rescuers in the trenches. Here are a few dog-related tips that may be helpful.  Dog Activities Sniffspot. If your dog doesn’t get along with other dogs, or is afraid of […]

Go back to the future at new retro expo

Go back to the future at new retro expo

Time Travelers Vintage Expo will bring their first Texas show to Dallas on Saturday, July 15, from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. at Centennial Hall in Fair Park. The event showcases more than 100 hand-selected and curated regional vintage vendors and retro-inspired makers showcasing clothing, home goods, records and more. Fun experiences at the event […]

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