Chicken Shawarma

Chicken Shawarma

Marinade: 2 teaspoons smoked paprika 1 teaspoon sea salt  1 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon turmeric 1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon 6 garlic cloves, minced Juice of 2 lemons 1/2 cup olive oil 2 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs Tahini sauce: 1/2 cup tahini (sesame paste) 1/4 cup Greek yogurt Juice […]

Legend of Bonnie and Clyde topic of talk

Legend of Bonnie and Clyde topic of talk

By Sharon Adams Step back in time and immerse yourself in history at an exclusive event presented by the Dallas Historical Society and the Texas Rangers Association Foundation. This unique occasion marks the 90th anniversary of the infamous end of Bonnie and Clyde. Featuring an esteemed panel of guests, including David Born (Sheriff Jordan) and […]

Sugar Snap Peas with Pancetta and Mint

Sugar Snap Peas with Pancetta and Mint

24 ounces sugar snap peas 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 4 ounces pancetta, diced 1 shallot, thinly sliced 2 tablespoons chopped mint leaves Salt and pepper, to taste  Add peas to a microwave-safe bowl and cook on high power until bright green and tender, about 3 and 1/2 minutes.  Meanwhile, combine oil and pancetta in a […]

‘Misery’s’ number-one fan fills Theatre Two with horror

‘Misery’s’ number-one fan fills Theatre Two with horror

By Shari Goldstein Stern Author Stephen King’s novels and short stories move readers to disbelief, fear and horror, as does the 1990 film, “Misery.” In an ambitious undertaking, Theatre Two steps it up to bring the terrifying play, “Misery,” which confounds sold-out audiences at Theatre Two through June 2. Who can forget Kathy Bates in […]

Neighbors join forces for dinner show

Neighbors join forces for dinner show

Eastwood resident Jack Reed has a new hobby — rock and roll star! He is currently playing bass guitar in three working bands in the DFW area — The Coppertones (old school Motown Soul), Model Citizen (80s/New Wave) and AlphaDogs (60s/British Invasion) — and a recent twist of fate has brought his new passion even […]

Some animal moms go above and beyond

Some animal moms go above and beyond

By Dr. Beth Leermakers This Mother’s Day we celebrate moms everywhere, including animal mothers. Let’s look at the incredible ways some animal mothers go above and beyond to care for their young. From vampire bats sharing blood meals even when sick and swamp wallabies who are pregnant all the time, to the dolphin and lion […]

Dallas has two chances to win

Dallas has two chances to win

By David Mullen Los Angeles doesn’t have what Dallas does. Neither does Chicago, Philadelphia, Phoenix or the San Francisco Bay Area. The Stars and Mavericks have advanced in their respective playoff runs, giving Dallas two teams with a chance to do what the Texas Rangers did in November; win a championship. Only New York, Boston […]

Boneless Short Ribs with Charred Green Onion Salsa

Boneless Short Ribs with Charred Green Onion Salsa

1 1/2 pounds boneless beef short ribs, at room temperature 6 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided 2 bunches green onions, ends and green tops trimmed 1/2-pound tomatillos, husked, rinsed and halved 1 jalapeño, seeded 1/4 cup cilantro leaves Juice of 2 limes 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin Salt and pepper Heat oven to 425F. Line a baking […]

Performance to explore Salvador Dali’s story

Performance to explore Salvador Dali’s story

By Taylor Mayad Oak Cliff nonprofit Flamenco Fever’s insightful Fusion Series will present Tres Artes: Pintura, Poesia y Pasion – The Painter and the Poet, a story of Forbidden Love on Saturday, May 11, at 7:30 p.m. at the Annette Strauss Square in the Dallas Arts District, located at 2403 Flora St, Dallas, TX 75201. […]

Parade poet to debut new poem during fiesta

Parade poet to debut new poem during fiesta

By Taylor Mayad Celebrating Hispanic heritage and tradition, the Dallas Cinco de Mayo Parade & Fiesta — presented by the Oak Cliff Coalition for the Arts (OCCA) — will get underway Saturday, May 4, from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. in Dallas’ Oak Cliff neighborhood. Billed as the biggest and longest running parade in North Texas, the […]