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FOOD & DRINK
Lettuce Explain: The Best Salads in Collin County
Ceasar. Cobb. Crab Louie. Waldorf. Salad Nicoise. These words roll off the tongue like a drop of saliva induced by a shot of fig balsamic vinegar. The variety of dishes consisting of mixed greens splattered with dressing is nearly endless. And restaurant kitchens fabricate this basic recipe with an endless potpourri of leafy fusions, farragoes and plot twists that defy sober analysis. But what is a salad? Culinary chroniclers tell us that “salad” is a term derived from the Latin word sal (salt), which eventually yielded salata, or “salted things.” This means raw leafy vegetables garbed in a lubricating negligee of...
Longtime North Texas sports bar closing after nearly 30 years
THE COLONY, Texas — Rix Sports Bar in The Colony, formerly known as CJ's, announced they will be closing down after nearly 30 years in business. The Facebook post said it will continue regular operating hours until July 27. Rix asked customers to comment on the post with their memories and photos, and the community delivered.
Gallop into the Old West: 'IT CAME FROM TEXAS' Film Festival Returns to Garland with Western Flair
The IT CAME FROM TEXAS Film Festival gears up for its second year, spotlighting the state's contribution to the big screen, and takes place from September 13 to 15 at the Plaza Theatre in Garland. The festival, which honors films made fully or partially in Texas, shifts its genre focus this year to movies that reflect the Western genre and embody the spirit of Texas independence.
WaterTower Theatre's ‘Goin' Hollywood' is going to London
One year after Goin’ Hollywood made its world premiere at WaterTower Theatre in Addison, Shane Peterman, the theater’s Producing Artistic Director, announced plans for the musical to make its London premiere. “We are currently retaining investment for a run at Charing Cross Theatre,” Peterman said. The new...
CamiCakes Cupcakes offers sweet treats in McKinney
CamiCakes Cupcakes is now open in McKinney. (Courtesy CamiCakes Cupcakes) CamiCakes Cupcakes is now open in McKinney. The bakery offers cupcakes in an assortment of flavors. According to the business’s website, some flavors available include:. Strawberries and cream. Peach cobbler. Lemon drop. Cookie butter. Key lime. Blueberry cheesecake. The...
Mio Salon McKinney to debut salon suites in Adriatica Village
The business is located in the La Magdalena building in Adriatica Village, according to its website. (Courtesy Mio Salon McKinney) Mio Salon McKinney is opening soon. The business, located in Adriatica Village, will offer eight luxury salon suites for lease to professionals offering a variety of wellness, spa and cosmetic services, owner Kim Sanchez said. The business is located in the La Magdalena building in Adriatica Village, according to its website.
D1 Training opens training facility in Prosper
D1 Training offers group and one-on-one training for atheletes. (Courtesy D1 Training) D1 Training opened in Prosper. The training facility offers services for young athletes. The franchise location is locally owned by lifelong Texans and Prosper residents Kevin and Jen Hanks. It brings a sports-science backed training regimen led by...
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