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A Gem Among Dallas Gems

by Brook Benten Jimenez on November 10, 2020

For the epitome of arts, fashion, dining, and sophistication, welcome to Dallas Arts District. Pre-COVID, this newly developed part of downtown Dallas was the place to see and be seen. Whether catching a Broadway show...

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Five Minutes With Former Mayor, Broker of Port Aransas Realty, Keith McMullin

by Leean Vargas on November 9, 2020

Having lived in Houston, San Antonio, Austin and Dallas, Keith McMullin can really appreciate the laid-back island pace that’s a world away from life in the largest Texas cities.  McMullin moved to North Padre Island...

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Dive Into the Fall Menu at Bakery Lorraine

by Rhonda Jenkins on November 6, 2020

Ever watched a squealing kid dive headlong into a huge pile of autumn leaves?  Now get that same tingle of delight by jumping face first into the heady goodness that is Bakery Lorraine this season....

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Guess What, Dallas? Ellie’s Restaurant & Lounge Now Open

by Brook Benten Jimenez on October 30, 2020

For art, elegance, ambiance and Napa-inspired fare, Ellie Hall’s namesake restaurant hits all points on the culinary compass.  Setting the tone early, Executive Chef Eric Dreyer describes the food as “elevated but not stuffy.” Bigger...

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Five Minutes With Austin’s Callie Haverda, Teen Netflix Star

by Bob Valleau on October 29, 2020

At just 13, Austin native Callie Haverda already has a long list of acting credits to her name, from national commercials with the likes of Troy Aikman to her latest movie now on Netflix. In...

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Five Minutes With ChipMonk Co-Founder, Houston’s Jose Hernandez

by Gracie Watt on October 29, 2020

Hailing from Houston, Jose Hernandez had a mission. To bring great tasting healthy desserts to Texans.  Today, at his company ChipMonk, Hernandez bakes with all natural ingredients and ensures all goods are diabetic-friendly, keto-friendly and...

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Five Minutes With Mandy Rowden, East Texas Singer-Songwriter, Founder Girl Guitar

by Haven Lindsey on October 28, 2020

Hailing from East Texas, Mandy Rowden is a singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist who has been a practicing musician since she was six years of age. Based in Austin, Rowden has won numerous awards and, recognized for her...

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Texan Couples Together in Business: Monster Mini Golf Frisco’s Brian and Holly Hernandez

by Bob Valleau on October 26, 2020

Imagine opening a business during America’s most critical health crisis since the 1918 Spanish Flu pandemic. Now, meet former corporate law attorney Holly Hernandez and her husband Brian. Seeking a life change, the Frisco, Texas...

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Trick or Treat Yourself, Y’all!

by Julie Tereshchuk on October 23, 2020

We might not be heading to our favorite costume party, or handing out candy to neighborhood kiddos, but we can still have fun, be safe and treat ourselves during the season of all things boo....