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Best Carrollton Hole-in-the-Wall Restaurants in TX
Best Carrollton Hole-in-the-Wall Restaurants in TX. When it comes to discovering the best Carrollton Hole-in-the-Wall restaurants, the vibrant food scene in Carrollton, TX, offers a treasure trove of unique and authentic culinary experiences. Highlighting just three of these gems—Barrel & Bones Craft Bar and Smokehouse, Catfish House, and The Island Spot—gives a glimpse into the rich and diverse food culture that defines this city. They are considered to be one of the best Hole-in-the-Wall restaurants in Carrollton.
Denton’s Longtime Record Store Is a Collector’s Haven
Growing up, my father’s records were like siblings. I competed with them for his attention, if not his affection. When I left for college, they moved into my old room and eventually every room in my parents’ house in Abilene. My father, Joe, began to mail newspaper clippings...
Review: LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS at Lewisville Playhouse
Broadway World loves chasing around our favorite stars, even when they move to different states. Our beloved Janette Robinson, who was a staple in the Little Rock theatre scene for many years, made the big move to Dallas, Texas, and joined the cast of LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS at the Lewisville Playhouse which ran from June 14 through July 7.
Welcome to Lovers Lane: Denton’s Inclusive New Tattoo Shop
Six months ago, Nina Kauffman was walking out of her former tattoo studio, mourning her loss and trying to plan her next move. Today, she’s the proud co-owner of Lovers Lane Tattoo, a safe, inclusive shop in the Sunset Center on Sunset Street in Denton. The studio held its...
Rock Out Grapevine – Saturday, July 20
Looking for a fun and creative way to give back? Join us at Hop & Sting Brewery for a rock painting fundraiser benefiting Keep Grapevine Beautiful. Paint your own rock and support local environmental efforts while enjoying food trucks, great music, and a day of creative fun with friends and family. Painted rocks will be placed at Parr Park Rock Art Trail.
The Star District Offers New Lunchtime Options With Restaurant Openings
The Star District, located at the heart of the Dallas Cowboys World Headquarters in Frisco, recently expanded its dining, shopping and entertainment offerings with the addition of three new restaurants. Each restaurant features a delicious new menu with fantastic lunch options. As more businesses, including Comerica and TIAA, relocate their offices to The Star and Frisco, this investment in lunchtime dining further establishes The Star as a premier destination for business and leisure dining. Dee’s Table Burgers & More 3685 The Star Blvd, Frisco Dee Lincoln just launched Dee’s Table Burgers & More, a highly anticipated addition to The Star District. Inspired by her...
Blenders and Bowls to offer smoothie bowls at first North Texas location in Prosper
Blenders and Bowls will open its first North Texas location in Prosper. (Courtesy Blenders and Bowls) The business will open inside the Kroger Marketplace. Blenders offers smoothie bowls. This will be the sixth brick and mortar shop for the business and the first in North Texas. The company started as...
For San Marcos Band Nesting Doll, Denton Was a Big Music Destination
It’s no secret that Denton is one place in Texas that attracts up-and-coming rockers. Plenty of venues are booking fresh talent, and the scene is foaming at the mouth with a craving for new music. All it takes is a good tune at the right house gig, and word of mouth will do the rest.
University alumna’s ‘dreams come true’ through exhibition
Before university alumna and local artist Lori Rohloff-Peek was diagnosed with Huntington’s disease at 30, she would express her emotions through paintings with intircate details and execution. Upon the condition deteriorating the fine motor skills that allowed her to hold a variety of artist tools, she continued to paint,...
Dennis Lee – Banana Soup, July 18
Using jokes and numerous animal puppets, “Banana Soup” will have everyone laughing aloud as they learn to put good things in their soup pot and serve it to their family, friends, and neighbors. Award-winning ventriloquist, author and inspirational speaker Dennis Lee returns to Colleyville with a backyard adventure that features all new scenery and original music to showcase the importance of honesty, kindness, respect, responsibility, and good character.
Buckeye Lures Adds Hover Rig
Irving, TX – The all-new Buckeye Hover Rig, designed by finesse fishing guru and MLF pro Brent Ehrler, is built to put the pressure on pressured fish. “The Buckeye Hover Rig is perfect for finnicky fish,” says Ehrler. “It has a perfect, slender profile that you can bury in smaller plastics as well as a great weed guard. Everybody knows finesse is the name of the game now, and there’s a ton of scenarios in which the Buckeye Hover Rig can truly shine.”
Jordon Davis Concert In Irving, Who Wants To Go?
Jordon Davis is killing it these days in country music, hit after hit, after hit. Seems as though the Shreveport boy has done good. So good in fact, he's on his own world headlining tour right now titled "Damn Good Time", which is exactly what we hope to bring to you.
III FORKS Plans Panhandle To Table Dinners Aug. 20 & 22
Texas Steakhouse to benefit Panhandle Proud with Austin and Frisco dinners. III Forks is proud to be among the finest steakhouses in Texas, and yet it recognizes that it owes much of its heritage to the grit and determination of those farmers and ranchers in the Texas Panhandle who provide much of the meat and produce served in the acclaimed restaurants. In recognition of that commitment, III Forks locations in Austin and Dallas are partnering with Garrison Brothers, William Chris Vineyards and Texas Rep. Ken King to host Panhandle to Table, a dinner benefiting Panhandle Proud, a charity that helps those affected by the spring 2024 Texas Panhandle wildfires. The dinners will be held in Austin on Aug. 20 and in Frisco on Aug. 22. Reservations for the dinner are required, and $400 from each $500 ticket will go to the charity.
Kenny’s Burger Joint announces rib-eating challenge, crowns first winner
Kenny's Burger Joint will host a rib-eating challenge every Tuesday starting this week. Diners will attempt to eat 30 ribs in 30 minutes. Everything is bigger in Texas, and barbecue and ribs are no exception. Kenny’s Burger Joint is pushing the limits on the Lone Star favorite with a new rib-eating challenge to be held every Tuesday starting this week.
‘Frisco on Main:’ Local artist Sudeep Kumar shares first solo art exhibit with community
Frisco artist Sudeep Kumar’s solo exhibition “Frisco on Main” at the Frisco Discovery Center Art Gallery is currently on display, running until Aug. 3. The exhibition invites visitors to connect with their surroundings on a deeper level and appreciate the everyday beauty that often goes unnoticed. Kumar,...
‘Witness what Bangladeshi theater can do’: Bengali group brings 'Shakuntala' to Texas stages
As the lights dimmed in the Jack E. Singley Academy auditorium in Irving the story of Shakuntala played on stage. While the play is well known among the Bangladeshi community, according to Bangla Group Dallas it had never been performed in the United States until now. Manzur Choudhury, spokesperson for...
Southlake Historical Society’s Research Assists with Bob Jones’ Induction into Exhibit at the Witte in San Antonio
Southlake Historical Society President Connie Cooley recently traveled to the Witte Museum in San Antonio for the opening of the 'Black Cowboys: An American Story' exhibit. This exhibit now includes rancher Bob Jones, recognizing his significant contributions to Southlake's history and American cowboy heritage. The museum learned about Bob Jones...
7 Things to Do This Week 7/17 – 7/21
Looking for the best things to do in Addison this week? Look no further! The North Dallas Corridor Weekend Guide is here. There are options for a happy hour, dining, live music, and arts on this list of 7 fun things to do this week. Happy Hour. #1. El Rincon...
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