Dallas Hotel Magazine - Summer 2013

SUMMER 2013 THE DEFINITIVE GUIDE TO DALLAS

SANDRABROWN

ART & SOULMaking Of TheDesign District

SARAHICKMANMaking Music A Family Affair

EAT, DRINK& LIVE WELLTop Chef Tim Love

TROLLEY STOPUptown, Downtown And Beyond

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76 Novels,60 Best-Sellers, 80 Million Books Sold And Still Going Strong!

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� e Beretta Gallery in Dallas, Texas exempli� es traditional Italian quality in every detail. Located in the exclusive Highland Park area, Beretta Gallery Dallas is the perfect destination for those wishing to indulge in the rich sporting heritage of Beretta.

A unique assortment of clothing and accessories for the classic outdoors-man, from leather guncases and luggage, to sports clothing for all types of hunting, shooting and country living. A distinct feature is our fascinating library of hunting books, collections of beautiful one-of-a kind gi� items and hand cra� ed works of art.

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50ON THE COVER:Texas superauthor Sandra Brown.Photo by David Woo

23 CARNIVORES RULE DHM welcomes you to cattle country with our listings of the best steakhouses Texas has to offer.

30 TRACK OF HISTORYStreetcars, like Dallas’ historic McKinney Avenue Trolley, are enjoying new life as cities try to reinvigorate urban cores and solve modern challenges. BY CATHERINE ADCOCK

36 TIM LOVE HEARTS TEXASThis native superchef pioneered his own brand of Urban Western cuisine and continues to make waves with his North Texas eateries. BY DAVE MUSCARI

40 ART & SOUL Seemingly overnight, Dallas’ Design District has developed into a focal point for visual arts, garnering attention from all over the world.BY CATHERINE ADCOCK

44 SARA HICKMAN TANGOS TO HER OWN BEATDon’t label the Texas singer-songwriter folk, country, jazz, rock or pop, because she plays them all and a whole lot more.BY DAVE MUSCARI

50 SANDRA BROWN: HEROES, VILLAINS & OUTLAWSWith tall tales as big as her home state, this prolific Texas novelist has 60 New York Times best-sellers to her credit — and she keeps cranking out some of the world’s most popular books.BY DAVE MUSCARI

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You are invited to visit your 13th Presidential Library and Museum here in Dallas. The Presidency of George W. Bush was witness to some of the most important events in our nation’s history. In its interactive,

innovative exhibits, the George W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum gives visitors an inside look at how the President and

Mrs. Bush dealt with critical issues such as the attacks of September 11, 2001, the need for education reform, the financial crisis, and

the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. By preserving and making available a vast archives of Presidential materials, the Library and Museum

promotes a better understanding of the workings of our government and the crafting of public policy. Through its outreach

programs, it serves as an educational resource for this community and indeed the entire nation. Visit us today. For tomorrow.

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You are invited to visit your 13th Presidential Library and Museum here in Dallas. The Presidency of George W. Bush was witness to some of the most important events in our nation’s history. In its interactive,

innovative exhibits, the George W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum gives visitors an inside look at how the President and

Mrs. Bush dealt with critical issues such as the attacks of September 11, 2001, the need for education reform, the financial crisis, and

the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. By preserving and making available a vast archives of Presidential materials, the Library and Museum

promotes a better understanding of the workings of our government and the crafting of public policy. Through its outreach

programs, it serves as an educational resource for this community and indeed the entire nation. Visit us today. For tomorrow.

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14 THE RUNDOWNA quick tour through what’s got the Dallas Hotel Magazine staff buzzing right now.

58 THE SCENEDallas’ cultural events span varieties that suit every visitor’s taste. Mark your calendar with the best of the city’s offerings.

71 SHOPPINGFrom high-end boutiques and malls to trendy vintage shops, DHM shows you Dallas’ top spots to shop.

75 ATTRACTIONSSpending time in Dallas is always a trip less ordinary. Learn about local attractions that make for unique experiences and excellent adventures.

79 DININGBig D’s innovative restaurants and talented chefs mine flavors from all over the globe. Check out this guide before planning your next culinary adventure.

88 OUR PARTING SHOT These veterans overcome many challenges and climb every mountain.

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I love the summertime in Dallas. Call me crazy — and many certainly have — but the sizzling temperatures are a sure sign that some of my favorite annual activities are at the starting line. Refreshing cocktails served on a shady veranda. And alfresco dining on a warm, breezy evening at one of our amazing Uptown restaurants. And, of course, lounging poolside with good friends and cool drinks on a hot day. Pure relaxation.

If you’re like me, the season is also defined by a great summer reading list. With that in mind, this edition of Dallas Hotel Magazine features a juicy cover story about one of the world’s most prolific writers who also happens to be a native Texan: Sandra Brown. Her 76 novels — 60 of them New York Times Best-sellers — have sold over 80 million copies worldwide. However, for all the acclaim and international attention, Sandra is as down-to-earth and accessible as her Texas roots.

One of my favorite spots is the booming area known as Uptown. With close proximity

to the spectacular Arts District, it offers a selection of vibrant shops, restaurants that feature international cuisines, pubs and relaxed outdoor cafes. The best way to see it all may be onboard Dallas’ vintage trolleys. Join us and learn why the rails are an indispensable part of the area’s vitality.

If you’re a foodie, we’ve got a story about one of the state’s top chefs with a unique motto: eat, drink and live well. Meet Tim Love. On the music scene, we catch up with singer-songwriter Sara Hickman. In the early ’90s, she and contemporaries including Edie Brickell and the Dixie Chicks dominated the music scene in Dallas. So what’s she up to these days? We’ve got the lowdown.

Speaking of the Scene, don’t forget to check out DHM’s detailed listings of performance, sports, recreation, art, music, comedy and everything you’ll need to help navigate Dallas and find something fun to do while you’re in our hometown.

Plus, our listings will help you find the top spots to shop, dine,

see and be seen while exploring all the wonderful things available in the Dallas area.

Enjoy your stay here in the summertime capital of Texas, as well as this new edition of Dallas Hotel Magazine, with our compliments. It’s the definitive guide for discerning visitors to Big D.

Pete NorthwayPublisher, Dallas Hotel Magazine

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It’s been 50 years since President John F. Kennedy was assassinated in downtown Dallas, yet his legacy lives on at The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza. Through nearly 400 historic television and radio broadcasts, films, photographs and artifacts, the Museum continues to tell the story of President Kennedy’s life, death and lasting impact.

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Eating Light, Done RightWhen it comes to eating right, advice, information and opinions abound. Fortunately for us, author Tania Boughton sifted through it all to distill plenty of healthy wisdom and a collection of simple, easy-

to-follow recipes, perfect for those of us too busy to do much more than pop a dish in the microwave. A single mom to two, Boughton finds low-calorie ways to satisfy your cravings and please the palates

of little ones. Boughton lets her own struggles with eating and experience with weight counseling help guide the reader to a more enlightened and healthier way of eating and living. $20, eatinglightdoneright.com— CATHERINE ADCOCK


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H.BloomThis flower and gift service delivers with impeccable grace. With creative arrangements and decadent goodies, H.Bloom puts a handcrafted stamp on each delivery. You can even select one of plenty of beautiful high-quality potted plants, including orchids and fishbowls. Marking a special occasion or saying thank you? Opt for one of the edible options — cupcakes, macarons, cake balls and chocolates — or a beautifully packaged, luxuriously scented candle. Now operating in 10 cities nationwide, H.Bloom offers subscription delivery service on floral arrangements with special plans available for businesses. Check website for pricing, hbloom.com

InstaThisGive your digital mementos a more permanent home with printing service InstaThis. Upload your Instagram treasures to the service, and within four to seven days, receive a high-quality print on acrylic or birch ready to be displayed proudly in your home or office. With the image printed directly onto the material utilizing handmade craftsmanship, each print will shine with a personality all its own. Go ahead, show off your inner Ansel Adams! Prices vary, instathis.com

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Gourmet To Go>>

Food Trucks for FoodiesIt seems that gourmet food truck culture is finally gaining the traction in Dallas that it’s found in other cities. Since the first one cropped up in the Dallas Arts District in mid-2011, a flurry of others have followed, encouraged by the efforts of the first, though they may not even be aware of how extensive those efforts were.

Before an ordinance passed in 2011, Dallas did not allow food trucks to remain in one place longer than 60 minutes, and they were not permitted downtown at all. But Michael Siegel, who initially set up his Green House truck in University Park (due to the more lenient Park Cities regulations compared to those of the City of Dallas) always had his eye on the Arts District. He contacted Veletta Lill, then executive director of the Dallas Arts District, who responded positively to the idea. “There really wasn’t a place to feed people that just wanted to come downtown and visit the museum,” Siegel recalls.

“[Dallas Arts District] was the best place for foot traffic for museumgoers, performancegoers and workers downtown.”

A year and a half after Siegel began his push, the ordinance passed, and though it opened the door for his gourmet truck and others, they remain confined specifically to the Arts District at Winspear Opera House and on the corner of Leonard and Flora Streets, a fact that has not seemed to hamper the growth of the industry. On any weekday, visitors to the District now have as many affordable, palette-pleasing options as they do cultural ones, including sliders, cupcakes, Korean tacos or Siegel’s healthy fast-food option. Siegel thinks the industry will continue to expand as downtown continues to grow. “We’ve made steps in the right direction. Trucks are allowed on

Flora Street, but they’re still not allowed [farther into] downtown. We have such a huge population downtown, and there are very few dining options, and the trucks still aren’t allowed there,” he says. Perhaps the city will take note as more foodies and the trucks that feed them populate the area. For now, any District visitors looking for the most up-to-date truck schedule can visit thedallasartsdistrict.org — KRISTEN TUCKER

Easy Slider TruckHere, sliders are anything but traditional. Try the Nutty Pig, a slider with lettuce, tomato, bacon, onion and a helping of peanut butter, or the Sweet & Lowdown, topped with bacon, goat cheese and strawberry jam. For the slider- craving vegetarian, there’s the portobello and mozzarella-laden Baby Bella.

Ruthie’s Rolling CaféWho doesn’t love a great grilled cheese? At Ruthie’s, you create your own. Start by selecting bread and cheese, but you don’t have to stop there; add some bacon, chicken, ham, turkey or pepperoni. Go further with jalapeños, grilled tomatoes, pickles or caramelized onions. And enjoy.

SSahmBBQGet your gourmet Korean taco fix here with a choice of chicken, beef, pork or tofu. Or try their other delectable offerings, such as the ssahmDAWG — bacon-wrapped beef franks with fixings — or the much-coveted kimchi fries, potatoes covered in cheese, cilantro, onion, caramelized kimchi and spicy mayo.

Three Lions TruckCan’t seem to find enough English cuisine in Texas? Three Lions, run by two transplanted English brothers, fits the bill. Have some good, old-fashioned fish and chips or meat pie. If you like some Texas with your English, their sausage roll — ground pork and jalapeños in a puff pastry — might do the trick.

TrailercakesIn need of something sweet and delicious that will probably leave you wanting more? Look no further than these mini cupcakes. With names like Slap-Your-Mother Chocolate, Cookie Monster, Oh My Ganache and Pebbles and Bam Bam, you’re bound to find something that will be just as fun to order as it is to eat.

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Funny Bone>>

Texas has a rich history of comedy — funny people, funny movies and funny TV shows. Perhaps you’ve forgotten that State Fair with Pat Boone, Bobby Darin and Ann-Margret, Mars Needs Women starring Tommy Kirk and Yvonne Craig, and Blank Check with Miguel Ferrer and a young Brian Bonsall were all shot in Dallas? (Don’t worry, we did, too.)

But seriously, folks, some of the top comedians around got their starts right here in Big D,

including Oscar-winner Jamie Foxx, who actually grew up in nearby Terrell. Did you know

that Steve Harvey opened his own club in Dallas, called Steve Harvey’s Comedy House? When it debuted in 1993, Harvey’s club was reportedly only the fourth African American–owned comedy club in the country.

Southern-fried funnymen Ron “Tater Salad” White and Bill Engvall (“Here’s Your Sign”) cut their teeth in area comedy clubs before joining fellow comics Jeff Foxworthy and Larry the Cable Guy on the Blue Collar

Comedy Tour. Who could ever forget the great George “Spanky” McFarland, a Dallas native who acted in the classic Our Gang movies of the ’30s and ’40s?

If you feel like you need a good laugh, Dallas has a great selection of quality comedy clubs. Who knows, you might also catch a rising star in the process.— DAVE MUSCARI

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THE IMPROV4980 Beltline Rd. (Addison)972.404.8501improv.com

HYENA’S5321 Mockingbird Ln.214.823.5233hyenascomedynightclub.com

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ENTERTAINMENTJULY 31–AUG. 11

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Presents DragonsAmerican Airlines Center

It’s an inventive fusion of circus history, myth and majesty when the Greatest Show on Earth takes center stage with this electrifying new edition.

ARTS & CULTUREJULY 19

’til Midnight at the Nasher Nasher Sculpture Center

Enjoy a magnificent collection of sculpture, an outdoor concert and a special screening of the animated movie classic Cars in this world-class setting.

ENTERTAINMENTJULY 27

Brad Paisley, Chris Young, Lee BriceGexa Energy Pavilion

CMA’s 2010 entertainer of the year blends country and Southern rock in songs such as “Letter to Me,” “Whiskey Lullaby” and “I’m Gonna Miss Her.”

ENTERTAINMENTAUG. 22–24

Kevin PollakImprov (Addison)

He’s best remembered for juicy roles in A Few Good Men and The Usual Sus-pects, but his impressions and hilarious stand-up put him on the map.

ENTERTAINMENTSEPT. 27–OCT. 20

The State Fair of TexasDallas Fair Park

All eyes will be on Big Tex when the 52-foot icon returns to his place of honor on opening day at America’s largest state fair celebration.

SPOTLIGHT

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With elements like live painting demonstrations, a 40-seat HD theater, four gallery spaces and an in-gallery studio, Samuel Lynne Gallery has never been shy about attracting attention. For five years, the home to artists J.D. Miller and Phillip Romano has generated its share of dialogue from within the walls of its 11,000-square-foot space. Creative use of events and exhibitions has always been the gallery’s forté, but as it enters its fifth year, Samuel Lynne Gallery has begun to move in an ambitious new direction.

“Our intention is to introduce Samuel Lynne Gallery and our existing artists to a broader national audience and international community,” says Karen Bivens, who, along with husband Michael, recently joined Miller and Romano as partners in the gallery.

The gallery began as a meeting of the artistic minds between Miller and Romano. Romano, a wildly successful local restaurateur, had for years been pursuing painting as his passion. However, it wasn’t until he met Miller, founder of the reflectionist school

of painting, that he began to better define his artistic sensibility. The two opened the gallery in 2008, showcasing their pieces alongside the work of similarly energetic and challenging artists. The space, full of dynamic three-dimensional oil and mixed-media paintings as well as steel sculptures and installations, quickly established itself as a premier Dallas gallery.

For Samuel Lynne Gallery, after five years of success, the next five years promise a wider audience and national and international attention. In that vein, the gallery looked to represent several new artists, such as the renowned Tom Holland, whose epoxy-on-aluminum paintings have been shown everywhere from the Guggenheim in New York City to the San Francisco Museum of Art. “Tom’s pairing of rough, unfinished metalworking and vibrant dripping colors of epoxy paint contrast for a one-of-a-kind sensory experience,” says Bivens.

Another addition, artist Lea Fisher, the subject of her own fair share of regional attention, gives her sculpted oil paintings

lightness and airiness through feathering. “All of our artists form a cohesive vision for the direction of Samuel Lynne Gallery,” says Bivens. “This is ultimately what attracted us to them.”

Samuel Lynne has begun traveling with its artists’ work to international fairs, such as Art Basel in Miami and Frieze in New York City. However, as the gallery begins to extend its reach and broaden its reputation, it hasn’t forgotten its roots in the vibrant and diverse Dallas art world. “The largest part of moving forward will be reaching outward toward the international community while still maintaining a strong relationship with the Dallas market where Samuel Lynne Galleries first began,” says Bivens. — CATHERINE ADCOCK

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Samuel Lynne Gallery

Reflecting the Future



HOP SAFARI>>

Dallas is experiencing a surge in local suds — that is, craft breweries have sprouted up in recent years, fueled by a growing interest in handcrafted beer with a local bent. Alongside the rise in brand options, a crop of fantastic, personality-filled bars and restaurants have arisen to meet the demand of hopheads looking to sit and savor a brew or two. And for those wanting to stand and savor, there are enough local breweries to visit and tour to fill more than one vacant day.

But what’s driving this push toward locavore beer and indie brands? Tait Lifto from Deep Ellum Brewing Company — the largest brewery in Dallas — has an opinion on the matter.

“I believe the overall mentality of Americans has changed a great deal over the past 10 years or so, and DFW is no exception,” the so-called Brand and Sales Ninja says. “People are moving more toward quality crafted items, whether it’s food or beverage, and they appreciate an excellent, local-made product that utilizes quality ingredients and isn’t a mass-produced, chemically enhanced, weak product.”

We’ll raise a glass to that. Here, a curated selection of beer joints — ones where you can tour the operations or sip and soak up the atmosphere. — FARAH FLEURIMA

Places to VisitFour Corners Brewing Co.Check the website of Trinity Groves’ first brewery for tour info.

423 Singleton Blvd.fcbrewing.com

Peticolas Brewing Co.Tours are every first and third Saturday of the month, cost $10 and feature complimentary beers.

2026 Farrington St.peticolasbrewing.com

Deep Ellum Brewing Co.Tour this brewery, the largest in Dallas, Thursday evenings and Saturday afternoons.

2823 St. Louis St.deepellumbrewing.com

Lakewood Brewing Co. This hip outfit recently doubled its capacity to meet demand. Check out the $10 Saturday tours (1–3 p.m.) for a not-to-be-missed East Dallas experience.

2302 Executive Dr. Garland, TXlakewoodbrewingco.com

Rahr & Sons Brewing Co.Tours, scheduled throughout Wednesdays and Saturdays, cost $10 and feature tastings.

701 Galveston Ave.Fort Worth, TX 76104rahrbrewing.com

FranconiaIf you’re up for a drive, this McKinney facility boasts a two-hour educational tour for $5.

495 McKinney Pkwy.McKinney, TX 75071 franconiabrewing.com

Places to Eat and DrinkTen Bells TavernBurger Tuesday at this Bishop Arts restaurant means a sandwich, fries and a brew for only $10.

232 W. 7th St.214.943.2677tenbellstavern.com

StrangewaysThis newbie quickly established itself as a craft-beer haven. Sit on the patio and watch Fitzhugh Avenue traffic breeze past, noshing on plantain chips.

2429 N. Fitzhugh Ave214.823.7800

The LibertineThat the venerable gastropub on Lowest Greenville is known as the spot for Dallas chefs to flock to after kitchen duty should tell you something about its fine fare.

2101 Greenville Ave.214.824.7900libertinebar.com

Goodfriend Beer Garden & Burger HouseThis East Dallas hotspot features equally tempting beer and food menus. With 21 beers on tap

and 60 in bottles, you’re sure to find a craft beer that tickles your tastebuds.

1154 Peavy Rd. 214.324.3335 goodfrienddallas.com

Meddlesome MothSoak up the colorful happy-hour and find the perfect craft-beer pairing for your small plates at this Design District staple.

1621 Oak Lawn Ave.214.628.7900mothinthe.net

Places to DrinkCraft & GrowlerLike a filling station for beer, this Exposition Park hub is ideal for hunkering down to enjoy suds or taking them to go in growlers.

3601 Parry Ave.214.821.1122craftandgrowler.com

World Beer Company/The Bottle ShopThere are at least 99 bottles of beer lining the wall at this Lower Greenville haunt, and you can have your growler filled with any number of them.

2116 Greenville Ave.214.828.2873wobusa.com

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Travel tech>>

Wireless PlusWhen summer travel includes the entire family, keeping the little ones entertained takes high priority. The Seagate Wireless Plus’ media server streams video via its own WiFi hotspot to phones, tablets and computers. About the size of a small paperback book and weighing half a pound, the Wireless Plus can store up to 500 hours of HD movies and has 10 hours of battery life. Oh, and did we mention it can stream up to three HD videos to three different devices at the same time? It just might make road-trip arguments between siblings a thing of the past. $200, seagate.com

Window Solar ChargerFrom the airport to the rental car, this window solar charger will soak up the sun and juice up any of your USB devices, from iPhone to iPad. With a sleek and compact design, the 5-inch-by-5-inch ultraportable device weighs in at just over 3 oz. Its rechargeable lithium-ion battery can fully charge an iPhone. The battery, however, takes about 13 hours to charge by sunlight and 3 hours to charge by wall socket. With a suction grip attaching the solar panel to windows, though, you won’t have to worry about any shadows or panes affecting the quality of sun your device receives. $70, lbcmodern.com

Beats by DreThe brand made famous by Dr. Dre takes its signature sound and goes wireless with this addition to its lineup. Originally developed to ensure that casual listeners can hear what the artist hears when they listen to music, Beats Audio pairs tailored hardware with its own software to ensure the best sound possible. With Beats Wireless, you can listen to music the way it was recorded in the studio from 30 feet away via Bluetooth. With 10 hours of battery life and ear-cup controls, Beats Audio might make it so that you may never have to touch your music device again. $280, beatsbydre.com

Blunt UmbrellasWe’ve tried and tested this testament to strength through design during North Texas’ stormy season, and we’re pleased to report that it can withstand the toughest of winds and heaviest of downpours. Its sound architectural integrity and aerodynamic design keep the Blunt Umbrella opening rainy day after rainy day, saving you the familiar frustration of trying to fix a broken umbrella in the middle of a storm. Whether your next trip takes you to Sacramento or Seattle, consider stashing one of these in your carry-on — it might just save your suit. Blunt XS Metro, $50, bluntusa.com

Suffering from frequent-flier fatigue? DHM recommends these travel-friendly gadgets to ease the troubles of your trip.

— CATHERINE ADCOCK

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“The only time to eat diet food is while you’re waiting for the steak to cook,” said the late great Julia Child. We couldn’t agree more.

You didn’t claw your way up the food chain just to eat grilled vegetables. Texas is

cattle country — and Dallas is home to some of the finest steakhouses in America.

The editors at DHM know a thing or two about the local restaurant scene, so we assembled the following listings to aid

serious foodies searching for the perfect cut of prime beef.

If you’re in the mood for a mouthwatering steak served by experienced staff in an elegant atmosphere, this section is perfect for you.

Dallas: The Prime City for Prime Beef

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Serving the ultimate in Texas French cuisine, III Forks re-creates the grandiose lifestyle experienced by Texans who believed that fine dining consisted of the best food, service and atmosphere. With over 25,000 square feet of elegant dining, III Forks can accommodate intimate parties as well as groups of up to 900, making it the perfect choice for any special occasion.

17776 Dallas Pkwy.972.267.1776iiiforks.com

AL BIERNAT’S4217 Oak Lawn Ave.214.219.2201albiernats.com

BOB’S STEAK & CHOP HOUSELEMMON4300 Lemmon Ave. 214.528.9446

DOWNTOWN555 S. Lamar St.214.652.4800

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THE CAPITAL GRILLE500 Crescent Ct., No. 135214.303.0500thecapitalgrille.com

CHAMBERLAIN’S STEAK & CHOP HOUSE5330 Belt Line Rd.972.934.2467chamberlainssteakhouse.com

DEL FRISCO’S DOUBLE EAGLE STEAK HOUSE

Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steak House planted its roots in Dallas more than 20 years ago. The restaurant embodies the rich tradition of classic American steakhouses and adds the benefits of amazing guests, impeccable chef-driven cuisine, an award-winning wine list and unparalleled hospitality.

5251 Spring Valley Rd.972.490.9000 delfriscos.com

EDDIE V’S4023 Oak Lawn Ave. Ste. 110214-890-1500eddiev.com

MORTON’S THE STEAKHOUSE2222 McKinney Ave.214.741.2277 mortons.com

NICK & SAM’S3008 Maple Ave.214.871.7444nick-sams.com

OCEAN PRIME2101 Cedar Springs Rd.214.965.0440ocean-prime.com

PALM RESTAURANT

The Palm’s doors have been open in Dallas since 1984. The restaurant has remained quintessentially Palm and quintessentially Dallas. From the caricatures on the wall of famous Palm regulars to the depicted Dallas Cowboys greats, you cannot find a better combination of smooth New York steakhouse style and Dallas charm.

701 Ross Ave.214.698.0470thepalm.com

PAPPAS BROS. STEAKHOUSE10477 Lombardy Ln. 214.366.2000pappasbros.com

PERRY’S STEAKHOUSE & GRILLE2000 McKinney Ave., Ste. 100214.855.5151 perryssteakhouse.com

THE PLACE AT PERRY’S2680 Cedar Springs Rd. 214.871.9991 placeatperrys.com

RUTH’S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE17840 Dallas Pkwy.972.250.2244 ruthschris.com

SER STEAK+SPIRITSHilton Anatole, Floor 272201 N. Stemmons Fwy.214.761.7479sersteak.com

SILVER FOX

A USDA prime-beef emporium, Silver Fox is one of the few exclusively prime steakhouses in America. Silver Fox’s delectable menu also features ocean favorites such as Atlantic salmon, jumbo sautéed scallops and succulent Australian lobster tail.

FRISCO1303 Legacy Dr.214.618.5220

FORT WORTH1651 S. University Dr.817.332.9060

GRAPEVINE1235 William D. Tate817.329.6995

RICHARDSON3650 Shire Blvd.972.423.8121

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HIGHLAND PARK Wilbur David Cook, creator of Beverly Hills, designed Highland Park with winding streets, wide boulevards and 20 percent of the town’s acreage set aside for parks, pools, tennis courts and green space. Pro sports owners, CEOs, political power houses and well-known artists live in this 2.2 square mile town known for architecturally distinct homes. Neighbors meet up at Highland Park Village, the first outdoor shopping center of its kind in America. The award winning school district boasts a high school where 40 percent of students are enrolled in AP courses.

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UNIVERSITY PARK To live near SMU is to be neighbors with some of the city’s greatest museums, live performance and athletic venues, including TEDx lectures, concerts and more. Education is the focus of this almost 100 year-old community where 25 percent of residents are children. A college town in a sophisticated urban setting, University Park has eight parks and sports fields. At its center lies Snider Plaza, a local gathering spot for shopping and dining. Outdoor enthusiasts use the Katy Trail to connect to miles of trails that wind throughout North Texas.

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PRESTON HOLLOW

PRESTON HOLLOW Located just north of the Park Cities, this bucolic neighborhood is known for large, deeply wooded lots set among winding roads and private lakes. Home to former first family George and Laura Bush, owners of pro sports teams and CEOs, Preston Hollow boasts many landmark estates—ranging from sprawling ranches to mansions reminiscent of Great Gatsby. This rarified enclave boasts neighborhood traditions such as a much-loved annual Fourth of July parade. It is convenient to top private schools and NorthPark Center, which incorporates a private art collection in its public space.

FRISCO / PLANO / MCKINNEY Located30 miles north of Dallas, McKinney’s tree-lined streets, identity-rich neighborhoods and dedication to quality of life make it one of the fastest growing cities in America. Nearby, Frisco is home to FC Dallas professional soccer, the Frisco Rough Riders baseball, more than two dozen parks and three golf courses—a popular place to live an active lifestyle in a welcoming community. Located just North of Dallas and filled with parks, ball fields and recognized schools, Plano features an historic downtown and a wide array of shopping, dining and community organizations.

LAKEWOOD

LAKEWOOD Set on the shores of White Rock Lake, this artistically rich community combines close proximity with beautiful topography. Lakewood residents live life outside, taking advantage of the trails, water sports and acres of greens space in this urban oasis. The east side of the lake borders the Dallas Arboretum, one of the world’s best known botanical gardens, and every summer, the amphitheater at Samuel Grand Park hosts performances during the Shakespeare Festival. Students can attend Woodrow Wilson High School’s International Baccalaureate Programme or any of the nearby private schools.

SOUTHLAKE / COLLEYVILLE / WESTLAKE Close to Dallas and Fort Worth and within easy reach of DFW Airport and major travel arteries, Northeast Tarrant County is known for excellent home values, nationally recognized schools, sophisticated shopping and dining and welcoming communities. In Southlake and Colleyville, neighborhoods are centered on school activities and the popular Southlake Town Square creating a strong sense of community and connection. Westlake has been named one of the most affluent neighborhoods in America and is home to professional sports figures, CEOs and the nationally ranked Westlake Academy.

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BLUFFVIEW / DEVONSHIRE / GREENWAY PARKS Although they share rolling hills and large green spaces, these neighborhoods each have distinct and desirable personalities. Bluffview features 50 ft. cliffs, winding streets and large lots that attract premier architects who design homes to harmonize with picturesque surroundings. The Greenway Parks Conservation District is home to approximately 300 families who enjoy a community designed in the “English Commons” tradition featuring clusters of homes centered on private parkways. In Devonshire, post-war homes offer tremendous character and opportunities for renovation and expansion for residents at every phase of life.

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UPTOWN / DOWNTOWN Vibrant urban neighborhoods are the centerpiece of this city on the Trinity. Stunning vertical living, townhouse communities set among tree-lined streets and classic neighborhoods live comfortably alongside iconic architecture, fine dining and world class shopping. Residents stroll to the American Airlines Center, the Perot Museum of Nature and Science, the 5.2-acre Klyde Warren Park and Dallas’ renowned Arts District, the largest contiguous museum and performance center in America. Newcomers and natives alike relish the rich history, exceptional lifestyle and distinct flavors experienced from sidewalk cafes and elevated sky views.

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HIGHLAND PARK Wilbur David Cook, creator of Beverly Hills, designed Highland Park with winding streets, wide boulevards and 20 percent of the town’s acreage set aside for parks, pools, tennis courts and green space. Pro sports owners, CEOs, political power houses and well-known artists live in this 2.2 square mile town known for architecturally distinct homes. Neighbors meet up at Highland Park Village, the first outdoor shopping center of its kind in America. The award winning school district boasts a high school where 40 percent of students are enrolled in AP courses.

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UNIVERSITY PARK To live near SMU is to be neighbors with some of the city’s greatest museums, live performance and athletic venues, including TEDx lectures, concerts and more. Education is the focus of this almost 100 year-old community where 25 percent of residents are children. A college town in a sophisticated urban setting, University Park has eight parks and sports fields. At its center lies Snider Plaza, a local gathering spot for shopping and dining. Outdoor enthusiasts use the Katy Trail to connect to miles of trails that wind throughout North Texas.

UNIVERSITY PARK

PRESTON HOLLOW

PRESTON HOLLOW Located just north of the Park Cities, this bucolic neighborhood is known for large, deeply wooded lots set among winding roads and private lakes. Home to former first family George and Laura Bush, owners of pro sports teams and CEOs, Preston Hollow boasts many landmark estates—ranging from sprawling ranches to mansions reminiscent of Great Gatsby. This rarified enclave boasts neighborhood traditions such as a much-loved annual Fourth of July parade. It is convenient to top private schools and NorthPark Center, which incorporates a private art collection in its public space.

FRISCO / PLANO / MCKINNEY Located30 miles north of Dallas, McKinney’s tree-lined streets, identity-rich neighborhoods and dedication to quality of life make it one of the fastest growing cities in America. Nearby, Frisco is home to FC Dallas professional soccer, the Frisco Rough Riders baseball, more than two dozen parks and three golf courses—a popular place to live an active lifestyle in a welcoming community. Located just North of Dallas and filled with parks, ball fields and recognized schools, Plano features an historic downtown and a wide array of shopping, dining and community organizations.

LAKEWOOD

LAKEWOOD Set on the shores of White Rock Lake, this artistically rich community combines close proximity with beautiful topography. Lakewood residents live life outside, taking advantage of the trails, water sports and acres of greens space in this urban oasis. The east side of the lake borders the Dallas Arboretum, one of the world’s best known botanical gardens, and every summer, the amphitheater at Samuel Grand Park hosts performances during the Shakespeare Festival. Students can attend Woodrow Wilson High School’s International Baccalaureate Programme or any of the nearby private schools.

SOUTHLAKE / COLLEYVILLE / WESTLAKE Close to Dallas and Fort Worth and within easy reach of DFW Airport and major travel arteries, Northeast Tarrant County is known for excellent home values, nationally recognized schools, sophisticated shopping and dining and welcoming communities. In Southlake and Colleyville, neighborhoods are centered on school activities and the popular Southlake Town Square creating a strong sense of community and connection. Westlake has been named one of the most affluent neighborhoods in America and is home to professional sports figures, CEOs and the nationally ranked Westlake Academy.

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Track Through HistoryWRITTEN BY CATHERINE ADCOCK

PHOTOGRAPHY BY DAVID WOO

Streetcars, like Dallas’ historic McKinney Avenue Trolley, are enjoying new life across the United States as cities try to reinvigorate urban cores and solve economic challenges of the 21st century.


Track Through History

David Woo


You could call it ego. Phil Cobb would. After all, what would possess a successful

restaurant developer to restore an antiquated transportation system, right in the heart of a major modern metropolis?

“I wanted to see if I could do it,” says Cobb. “I like challenges. I wouldn’t be in the restaurant business if I didn’t.”

Back in 1981, Cobb joined a group of developers, business leaders and electric streetcar fans to undertake what seemed like an unthinkable idea: Restore Dallas’ once-sprawling electric trolley

system, out of service for 25 years, back to its former glory.

What was then just a neighborhood plan, steeped in nostalgia, has

evolved into a transit line relied on by hundreds of thousands of commuters every year, as vital to contemporary Dallas’ daily operation as it is to its culture.

The chronological narrative of the McKinney Avenue Trolley closely follows the timeline

of Uptown Dallas’ economic and cultural revitalization, in a story of transit-oriented urban development echoed in cities across the country.

“JUICEFREAK”Back in 1979, Cobb and a number of business and community leaders petitioned the city to backdate McKinney Avenue, an asphalt thoroughfare underneath which a cobblestone street begged to be unearthed. Two years later, they stripped the street of its asphalt, revealing perfectly preserved trolley tracks.

Ed Landrum, a self-described “juicefreak” — an affectionate nickname for trolley fans taken from the electricity that powers the cars — called Cobb with an invitation: “Come over, let me show you something.” The two watched film taken over the last weekend that electric streetcars ran in Dallas in 1956. Entranced, Cobb asked to watch the film — showing the view from the front end of the car up McKinney Avenue — over and over.

“A number of those buildings in the film were still here — and I had just bought one of them,”

Cobb tells DHM. When we spoke with him in June, we met in his office in the same building.

“I just thought, ‘Wouldn’t that be cool to bring streetcar service back to Dallas after 25 years?’”

In 1983, Cobb, Landrum and a few others founded the nonprofit McKinney Avenue Trolley Authority (MATA) and got to work. The story of how the group got the service up and running is composed of one part audacity, one part civil will and one part corporate support.

The “big-ticket” item Cobb and Landrum wanted to resurrect wouldn’t just cost millions of dollars, but would also require the blessing and support of the City of Dallas. Still, with $6 million of federal aid and $3 million of private support, the trolley ran again, on July 1, 1989, from St. Paul Street and Ross Avenue in downtown almost two miles north to McKinney Avenue and Hall Street.

“The money we raised was from mostly developers on the street who saw this as something that would improve their property values,” recalls Cobb. “It was the largest amount of private funding

Many of the McKinney Avenue Trolley’s conductors are volunteers, moonlighting from other professions.

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One of the first major donations came from Rosewood Corporation founder Caroline Rose Hunt. The company, responsible for the Mansion on Turtle Creek, had recently opened the Crescent Hotel and Spa at the corner of Maple and McKinney Avenues on the future trolley line. They hoped the Crescent would become the latest luxury destination in Dallas. Today, Crescent Court is home to the hotel, its spa, as well as high-end retailer Stanley Korshak and fine dining such as The Capital Grille.

The McKinney Avenue Trolley quickly became a local attraction, with tourists and locals alike paying the $1.50 fare for a trip through history. Around 40,000 riders found their way aboard the trolley each year.

Meanwhile, the area now known as Uptown began to enjoy a revitalization of sorts, becoming a neighborhood in a traditional sense. Preservationists lobbied to keep historic buildings, businesses began leasing space, and the area began to find new life.

CLANGING FOR COMMUTERSThe Trolley seemed destined to be nothing more than a local attraction, ferrying sightseers from the Downtown Arts District through most of Uptown.

Planning for a northern extension began in 1994, with the line completed in 2002. By the time streetcars began rolling all the way past West Village, a then-new mixed-use development on the northern end of Uptown, Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) had successfully completed the beginnings of its light-rail line with a station right where the trolley line stopped.

DART quickly enrolled MATA in its site-specific shuttle program, providing enough funding for the trolley, now called the M-Line, to run free of charge. Riders could leave the new CityPlace station, board the trolley and get off anywhere from Uptown to downtown.

Ridership rose dramatically, to over 150,000 passengers per year. Cobb says about 50 percent of that ridership consisted of commuters.

“CityPlace was our No. 1 pick-up and drop-off station.

Those were commuters, and they wanted to go to Uptown.”

From 2001 until today, construction on the tracts of land surrounding West Village has continued unabated, as the area developed into a pedestrian-friendly neighborhood. Today, what was once empty lots hosts a variety of entertainment, shopping and dining options. Any given weekend, one will find patios full of afternoon brunchers and shoppers ambling from store to store.

New developments include a restaurant and entertainment venue, dog park and office building, which will transform the area into a place where one could live, work and play. Recently, advertising firm The Richards Group announced its intention to move its headquarters into a


The first street railway in Dallas, chartered in 1871, traveled along Commerce Street with cars pulled by mules.

The $700,000 turntable at CityPlace, funded by the area’s tax improvement fund, will allow for faster single-ended cars to be incorporated into the M-Line fleet.

“These vital cities are figuring it out

all over again, and a streetcar is a

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new development across from CityPlace and adjacent to West Village.

All in all, the Uptown area, valued at around $500 million in 1995, was most recently appraised at a value of $3 billion.

RENEWED URBANITYTransit, of course, is just one of many factors influencing in-town development, though for those of us who grew up in a car-centric culture, its importance might be easy to overlook.

According to Art Guzetti, vice president of policy for

the American Public Transportation Association, streetcars and development have always been

inextricably linked.“Development was very much

part of the streetcar’s history. Many of the early streetcars sparked the next ring of development in cities.” Prior, cities were limited geographically by how far one could travel on foot — they had to be walkable.

The link between streetcar transit and development can be explained by a few factors. Proximity to a fixed form of transportation can greatly improve the desirability of real estate. According to Neal Sleeper, president of CityPlace Corporation, which helped develop the West Village area, and former president of MATA, access to the M-Line has become a selling point for those looking to fill office, apartment and retail spaces.

“I think the apartment owners find that being on or near the trolley gives them a marketing advantage,” says Sleeper. “The retailers like it. And although we haven’t seen a lot of it yet, we are beginning to see now that there will be quite a bit of office development.”

Sleeper considers the trolley a key factor in attracting business to the West Village area developments. For The Richards Group, in particular, the transit likely weighed heavily in the attraction to the neighborhood.

“I think the ability to use transit to either get to work, to take it to go to lunch or zip downtown for

a meeting was a big factor in The Richards Group decision,” says Sleeper. “They have a lot of young employees and people that like to live in an in-town environment and a walkable environment.”

Guzetti describes a generational shift in transportation attitudes. “The love affair with the car is so much different with the new generations,” he says.

The palpable liveliness that now exists in Dallas’ Uptown — an energy that draws diners into restaurants, renters into apartments and shoppers into stores — can be partially attributed to its unique, historic transit option.

“Today, there is a real neighborhood here in Uptown,” notes Cobb. “The trolley was part of developing that fabric.” Sleeper agrees, “It’s the spine of Uptown, and it sort of defines Uptown.”

Guzetti describes the effect streetcars have on neighborhoods as also important to development. “It’s not that the streetcar brings the people, it brings a sense of being part of a lively community — which people like,” says Guzetti.

“It’s not that the streetcar brings the

people, it brings a sense of being part of

a lively community — which people like.”— ART GUZETTI

Cobb stands in the McKinney Avenue Trolley barn, where trolley maintenance and restoration are performed.

The M-Line has been free since 2002, but tips for conductors are encouraged.

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DRAWN TO DOWNTOWNThe southern end of M-Line extends across Woodall Rodgers Freeway, past the Arts District, which itself has recently seen dramatic improvements. With the addition of the AT&T Performing Arts Center in 2009 and the 2012 opening of Klyde Warren Park, constructed above Woodall Rodgers, MATA enjoyed a sharp increase in ridership.

“The people we were seeing on weekends [after Klyde Warren opened] were just amazing,” says Cobb. The M-Line has seen a 42 percent increase in ridership since Klyde Warren opened, and Cobb anticipates ridership will be at least 600,000 for 2013.

Later this year, the M-Line will finish construction on a loop that will circle through the Arts District back to McKinney Avenue, likely bringing even more riders and potential development.

However, as vibrant as Dallas’ Arts District may be, other areas of downtown are profoundly lacking in activity. The area has the highest vacancy rate for retail of any North Texas business district. The effort to remake

downtown into an urban space as vital as its neighbor Uptown is certainly uphill.

A key component of the city’s plans, which include incentives for outdoor dining, retail development and a reorganization of existing parking systems, is a modern streetcar system to complement the existing light-rail and trolley systems.

Scheduled to be completed in 2014, the new streetcar will connect Dallas’ Convention Center with Union Station and travel south into Oak Cliff.

Sleeper says, “To have some kind of circulator to make it easy to get from one place to the other, I think, is hugely important for downtown. I think it’ll make a lot of difference.”

While the historic McKinney Avenue Trolley happened to be in the right place at the right time to assist with the revitalization of an urban area, the City of Dallas, as with many other metro areas, is actively pursuing streetcars as vital components of urban renewal.

An astounding 55 cities across the United States either already have or will have streetcar systems. All seek to increase

urban circulation and connect strategic areas, stimulating economic development.

For some cities, their heritage trolleys never went away; others, like Dallas and MATA, brought historic trolley cars back to life. The new downtown Dallas line will consist of a modern streetcar line, with sleek design and no overhead wires.

“These vital cities are figuring it out all over again,” says Guzetti. “And a streetcar is a big part of an economic strategy.”

The revitalization seen in Uptown is on par with national trends. What had been a one-way trend toward suburban living and car-centric transportation has begun to see some reversal, as increasing numbers of people look to live in-town.

“People are moving with their feet and their wallets, all to cities,” says Guzetti. “There is a sense of excitement about urban living again. Cities have turned the corner after years of decline.”

Cobb estimates that 50 percent of the M-Line ridership consists of commuters.

Each heritage car in the M-Line fleet had to be restored to its original condition.

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Pioneering

UrbanWestern

Cuisine

BY DAVE MUSCARI

Eat, drink and live well, the line emblazoned across

Tim Love’s website, feels less like a spiffy advertising slogan and more like a life philosophy. As one of America’s hottest chefs with an unabashed taste for beef, Tim’s never been shy about where he falls on the great debate between carnivores and vegetarians. “When you walk into a steakhouse, you never hear anyone say, ‘Wow, doesn’t that creamed spinach smell great?’ Unless, of course, the spinach is made with bacon,” he has said.

Love launched his culinary career years ago in a Knoxville kitchen while a student at the University of Tennessee. After sharpening his professional chops around his college town, the rising young chef traded the

Smokies for the Rockies and quaint Frisco, Colo., where his career promptly zoomed from simmer to red-hot sizzle.

During that time, Love was honored with a series of prestigious recognitions including several Taste of the Mountains awards. He moved back to his native Texas, working as an executive chef in some of North Texas’ premier restaurants before opening his own signature eatery in 2000. Love’s flagship restaurant, the Lonesome Dove Western Bistro, located in Fort Worth’s historic Stockyards, takes its name from Larry McMurtry’s Pulitzer Prize–winning novel. It created an immediate stir in food circles, becoming one of the Southwest’s more popular culinary destinations.


Known for his cowboy hat in the kitchen, Love is the leading pioneer of a style referred to as “urban western.” Think of it like this: traditional and non-traditional elements blended to create a smart new take on old-school Western cuisine. He’s fond of home-grown ingredients: bountiful cuts of prime beef, regional wild game, fish and chicken, combined with unique flavors and ingredients from a variety of cultures.

Love’s creations include succulent rabbit and rattlesnake sausage, goat cheese–stuffed quail, braised pork shank and pan-fried steak. Try the roast corn and black bean salsa, or his lamb sliders followed by white sponge cake, silky pumpkin flan or tequila pie — all Texas foodie favorites. Red chile–marinated shrimp, Texas caviar (a tasty regional blend of black-eyed peas, green and red peppers, jalapeños, garlic and onions), tomatillo salsa and his cold corn soup all feature flavors as robust as the Rio Grande.

In 2007, Love made an appearance on The Food Network’s uberpopular Iron Chef America in a chile pepper battle competing against internationally recognized chef Masaharu Morimoto. The Denton native

walked away the winner. The same year, he opened

a new joint dedicated to hamburgers (try his celebrated Dirty Love Burger) and sausages named Love Shack. It’s located adjacent to his White Elephant Saloon, one of the oldest and most authentic such establishments in the Fort Worth Stockyards. Love Shack So7, the restaurant’s little brother, located in the trendy development off Fort Worth’s 7th Street, features indoor and outdoor seating, a stage for live performance and a sensational lounge.

In 2012, he opened Woodshed Smokehouse on the banks of the Trinity River in Fort Worth, and most recently Queenie’s Steakhouse in Denton. He says smokehouses pay particular “homage to all things grilled, roasted and slow-cooked.” Queenie’s features a rotating selection of beef, chicken, pork, wild game, fish and vegetables, all cooked, in true Love tradition, over a variety of woods and fire sources.

Love’s name continues to gain steam. He has written several books, launched two lines of cookware and partnered with a renowned California vineyard to produce the Lonesome Dove Western Bistro wines. A devoted

husband and father of three active children, he doesn’t let his busy professional schedule prevent him from staying involved in the community. He has been recognized for his work with Spoons Across America, an innovative nonprofit that provides nutritional information to educators and families.

His menu is a favorite among musicians looking for that special taste of Texas, from rockers Tommy Lee and Kid Rock to country stars Pat Green, Shooter Jennings and Hank Williams III. On Thanksgiving Day 2011, Love was highlighted during CBS Sports’ coverage of the Dallas Cowboys–Miami Dolphins game, providing a special dish for the winner of the game’s most valuable player award. He made a return appearance during the network’s coverage of the Cowboys–Pittsburgh Steelers game last December, grilling for the cameras.

We asked Chef Love a few juicy questions about his culinary philosophy and zesty approach to life.

DHM: Your motto, “Eat, Drink and Live Well” is certainly a convincing thought. Are those key words you live by?TL: Absolutely. I don’t think there’s anything else that I do.

Love is famous for his Wagyu tomahawk chop ribeye.


DHM: For those not familiar with urban western cuisine, can you help describe what makes it different from old-school meat and potato cuisine in the western United States?TL: Urban Western cuisine is based on the wide variety of ethnic groups that settled the American West, ranging from Native Americans to Chinese railroad workers, French settlers, Germans and Mexicans. It’s about taking their culinary traditions and blending with modern, urban techniques. It also means that any ingredient west of the Mississippi is fair game, so to speak.

DHM: Let’s revisit that never-ending debate between vegetarians and meat-lovers. So you’ll take a pan-fried steak or a thick, juicy Texas ribeye over lightly seasoned acorn squash any day of the week?TL: Yes. Wouldn’t you?

DHM: You once saddled up and took lights, camera and action on an unusual philanthropic trail drive from Texas to New York. It became a fascinating documentary on The Food Network that was honored with a prestigious James Beard nomination. How did Cowboys on the Trail come about, and what did you think of the overall experience?TL: It came out of the challenge of whether or not I could make a full meal in New York using exclusively ingredients we

sourced locally at each stop along the drive. We wanted to make an all-American meal, and I think we did a pretty damn good job. We also had a great time and met some amazing people.

DHM: Giving back to the community is a significant part of your life. Educating kids about healthy food choices is of critical importance in the fight against childhood obesity. Tell us about it. TL: I’ve worked with Spoons Across America a lot, serving on the national board of directors. Lately I’m working on my own charity called Burgers for Babies, which benefits the NICU Helping Hands Foundation in Fort Worth. It provides support to families whose babies were born premature. I’ve also taken on the challenge of revamping the school lunch program at my children’s school, and have even planted a working and teaching garden, so the kids can learn about nutrition and agriculture at the same time.

Love’s Dirty Love burger is topped with a fried quail egg.

All photos courtesy Chef Tim Love


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Seemingly overnight, Dallas’ Design District has developed into a focal point for visual arts in the area, garnering attention from all over the country and developing into a neighborhood and community of its own.

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The 21st century has been very kind to the arts in Dallas. Between

the establishment of a strong Arts District downtown and the emergence of a gallery scene in the Design District, Dallas now has something for art lovers of all stripes.

The Design District’s life as a focal point for visual arts in the area came about suddenly, though it certainly wasn’t unexpected. For decades, interior designers, furniture wholesalers and related enterprises called the area home. Though closed to the public, the district possessed a natural affinity for the arts.

Dallas’ galleries had been scattered throughout the metro area, from Cedar Springs to North Dallas to Deep Ellum. In recent years, though, many opted for new addresses on Design District streets such as Hi Line, Dragon and Riverside. For them, the district made for a logical (and often less expensive) fit.

“I think that the obvious draw for the gallery owners is that the design trade can be very

beneficial,” says Lisa Taylor, president of the Dallas Art Dealers Association (DADA). “An interior designer who likes your artists can make you revenue. So it was kind of a no-brainer that the galleries would move to where the designers are.”

While some galleries had been in the area for decades, others moved around the turn of the millennium. Conduit Gallery, often noted for being one of the first galleries to change addresses, relocated in 2002.

Craighead-Green Gallery moved from its Cedar Springs location to Dragon Street in 2005. Owner Kenneth Craighead says it wasn’t until a few years later that the District really began to take its current form. He attributes it to several factors, not the least of which was completion of work on the Dallas North Tollway in 2008. Prior, the detours and dead-ends common to major highway construction negatively impacted buyer traffic.

“It was like the floodgates opened,” Craighead says. “Galleries started popping up, designers started taking over places, everything started changing pretty rapidly.”

The year 2009 saw the area’s first luxury apartment building open, followed by many more, and while the new area residents, largely young renters, may not make for art buyers and collectors, they certainly have made for a growing audience,

Art for EveryoneFrom top: Samuel Lynne Gallery often hosts live-painting demonstrations by artist J.D. Miller. Artist Christopher Martin owns a gallery in Victory Park, but has also opted to open a studio in the Design District. Mary Tomás Gallery shows contemporary work by a variety of established and emerging artists. DADA’s art walks take place twice a year, and include more areas than just the Design District, like Deep Ellum, home to Kettle Art, seen here.


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excited to attend openings. “I can tell you without a doubt

that because of the proximity of where they live, that we have a lot of new people coming in — that just generates an interest, and that’s where you get your new collectors from,” says Craighead.

With the addition of excellent dining options like Meddlesome Moth, open in 2010, the Design District has created a sense of community all its own. New developments include more apartment buildings, live-work spaces, retail shops, a mixed-use facility and more. Some, like Taylor, hope to see the neighborhood’s amenities improve as well.

“We want to get it pedestrian-friendly, we want to get better sidewalks, we want to get bike racks — so it’s really a neighborhood,” she says, noting that DADA has made the improvements in the area one of its missions.

As the Design District matures, so does Dallas’ reputation as a vibrant city for the arts.

“Dallas is getting a lot of attention on a national level about what is happening here,” says Craighead. “When we start talking art, everybody gets really close. When we went to Art Basel in Miami, they wanted to know what’s happening in Dallas.”

Dive Into the DistrictSo you want to spend some time exploring the newest, hottest neighborhood in Dallas? Well, if you can’t make an opening weekend or one of DADA’s gallery walks, we highly recommend heading down for a Saturday brunch followed by some artful browsing. And don’t be shy: Dallas’ art galleries have a reputation for being approachable and friendly!

Visual DelightsConduit GalleryFounded in 1984, Conduit Gallery hosts some of the more heady contemporary work you’ll find in the Design District. The gallery runs three exhibitions at a time, so you’ll find plenty of variety to consider.

1626 Hi Line Dr. 214.939.0064conduitgallery.com

Craighead-Green GalleryEstablished in 1992, Craighead-Green Gallery represents an astounding variety of contemporary artists, from landscapes to abstract paintings as well as sculptures in all kinds of materials.

1011 Dragon St.214.855.0779craigheadgreengallery.com

Cris Worley Fine ArtsOne of the newest additions to the Design District scene, Cris Worley Fine Arts showcases contemporary art and specializes in innovative Texas artists.

1415 Slocum St., No. 104214.745.1415chrisworley.com

Holly JohnsonYou’ll find a variety of contemporary works by exceptionally talented artists in this 5,500-square-foot space. In addition to representing several dozen artists, the gallery hosts single-artist shows throughout the year.

1411 Dragon St.214.369.0169hollyjohnson.com

PDNB GallerySince 1995, PDNB Gallery (formerly Photographs Do Not Bend Gallery) has exhibited 20th-century and contemporary photography and photo-based art. Also featured in the gallery are artist monographs and out-of-print books on photography.

1202 Dragon St., No. 103214.969.1852pndbgallery.com

Culinary Arts

FT33A much buzzed-about addition to the Design District, FT33 features fresh, seasonally inspired dishes such as uni and chive pancakes and scallops with piquillo chiles, grapes and capers.

1617 Hi Line Dr.213.741.2629ft33dallas.com

The Meddlesome MothThis beer-lover’s haven offers a lot more than an excellent happy hour scene. Its delish menu

featuring small plates contains so many excellent dishes, you might not be able to choose just one.


OakSimple recipes allow the flavors of global cuisine to shine at Oak, where you’ll enjoy inventive cocktails and a seasonal wine space in a sleek, sexy environment.

1628 Oak Lawn Ave. 214.712.9700oakdallas.com

Off-Site KitchenThe little sister of North Dallas’ acclaimed Neighborhood Services offers casual fare such as burgers, slow-roasted brisket, short-rib sandwiches and sloppy tacos.

2226 Irving Blvd. 214.741.2226offsitekitchen.net


Don’t label the Texas singer-songwriter folk, country, bluegrass, jazz, rock ’n’ roll or pop, because she plays them all and a whole lot more.

Sara Hickman Tangos to Her Own Beat

“When people talk about me, they don’t really know my songs. But they know me. To me, that’s success.”

BY DAVE MUSCARI

DALLAS HOTEL MAGAZ INE I 45Jim Chapin

During the late ’80s and early ’90s, the music scene in Dallas was in full

bloom. Edie Brickell & The New Bohemians, Dixie Chicks and later The Toadies and Old 97’s all performed in and around Deep Ellum before hitting the big time.

Sandwiched in the mix was a fresh-faced singer with a wide grin and a head full of sun-tossed hair named Sara Hickman. Her acoustic guitar–driven music offered a sound at once captivating, poetic and poignant. Hickman’s area performances cultivated a base of loyal fans who loved her beautifully crafted songs with sunny pop hooks. Soon

she was getting FM radio play, appearing on The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson and, like some of her Dallas-based peers, starting out on a pretty terrific career.

So where is Sara Hickman today? “I guess I followed my journey,” says the 50-year-old performer from her home in Austin when she spoke with

DHM recently. True to her roots, she never stopped pushing boundaries and growing her music. Her voice still sparkles clear and lovely. The songs on her new album, Shine, set for release on July 23, remain socially powerful and relevant. “Ever since I could talk, I wanted to do exactly what I’m doing,” says Hickman.

Hickman is also still in demand: She’s recorded 15 studio albums, several on major labels, plus a few independent releases. Hickman works with tons of Texas artists, having appeared on at least 25 albums by other musicians. “When people talk about me, they don’t really

know my songs,” she says. “But they know me. And I guess that’s the best satisfaction. To me, that’s success.”

Art is in Hickman’s DNA. “When I was

growing up, we were the aliens on our block,” she remembers. Raised in suburban Houston, she attended the High School for the Performing and Visual Arts, where her mom was a founding teacher. “Both my parents were artists,” she says. “My mother taught fiber arts and drawing. My dad was a professor for 40 years

at the University of Houston.” HSPVA alumni include actress Lisa Hartman and singer Beyoncé Knowles, who reportedly dropped out to pursue her career. The school doused Hickman in different cultures, expanding her horizons even more.

“I grew up in a house making art all the time,” she says. “I thought that was the way every family lived. I thought every family knew how to weave, and had a big 4-foot-tall ceramic pot full of wet clay in the backyard.” That’s just how it was. “My dad was into painting nudes, so the kids would come over and just gawk,” she laughs.

All in all, Hickman sees her eccentric upbringing as a blessing. “I learned about texture, and how things are developed, how we process and how to problem-solve creatively,” she says. “[My family] was indeed exceptional. I am grateful for that.”

After graduating from the University of North Texas in Denton, Hickman moved down to Dallas and started playing music. “It was really my jumping-off point, and everyone was so nice to me.” Several things helped chart her course. “Everybody else had a band; the Dixie Chicks


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were a band, and Edie had the New Bohemians,” she says. “I was the girl with her guitar.”

Eventually, she moved to Austin and immersed herself in the Live Music Capital of the World. It was a perfect fit. The deep community of performers, artists, filmmakers and musicians fed off one another’s creativity. She toured extensively, recorded and performed. Hickman made all kinds of music, even a DVD of songs for children. She says she recently wrote her first tango (“My sister is a professional tango dancer.”)

Her circles widened and influences grew. Her songs made appearances on the charts (“Simply,” “I Couldn’t Help Myself”). And the Lone Star stamp on her music was unmistakable.

“As big as Texas is, that’s how much of me it consumes. It embedded itself inside me.” Hickman says the geographic pull is stronger than ever. “When I leave to go perform somewhere else, I physically long to be back. Texas is its own country. It may be cliché, but you can find anything you want in Texas. If you’re in Rhode Island, it’s a little different.”

A few years ago, the legislature named Hickman official State Musician of Texas. “For 2009, it was Willie Nelson, and in 2010, it was me,” she says. Lyle Lovett and Billy Gibbons of ZZ Top took over after Nelson and Hickman’s terms were completed.

In typical roll-up-your-sleeves fashion, Hickman asked what the job entailed and was told there really wasn’t one. “Aren’t I supposed to do something,” she pressed. “They said, ‘No, just enjoy it — just be state musician.’”

She wouldn’t stand for that. “I don’t think you know me very well because if I’m going to get an accolade like that, I’m going to use it for the benefit of somebody,” she says. “Then I got this: ‘Well, you know we don’t have any money.’ I said, ‘No money? No worries. I’m gonna make things happen!’”

Hickman came up with her own big ideas. She discussed them with the Texas Commission on the Arts. When the dust cleared, the H-E-B grocery chain provided the newly minted state musician a hefty grant, and Family Time Rocks! was born.

Along with musicians Jason Molin and Gray Parsons, she set up a website

(familytimerocks.com), recorded songs and took their kid-friendly show on the road to schools all over the state. They preached a simple mantra aimed at beating back legislative cuts to arts funding: Families That Create Together Do Great Together! “Kids are really the ones that bring home the creative ideas to a lot of families that aren’t exposed to the arts,” said Hickman.

“When you cut that funding, kids don’t get as much arts and music in school, so they can’t come home and talk to their parents about it.”

The CD features songs, poetry and spoken pieces in languages including Dutch, French, German and Farsi, by people from all over the world. “So you might listen to a song by a 5-year-old girl, then a rock song, then a poem by the State Poet Laureate Karla Morton,” she said. “We wanted to emphasize ways that families could play and create together.”

In 2011, she raised awareness for the Theater Action Project (now known as Creative Action). “I put together 39 of my songs, and got 39 musicians from Texas,” she says. Edie Brickell and The New Bohemians got back together for the project, and

In addition to 15 full-length releases, Sara has made guest-appearances on 25 records by other artists.


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Rhett Miller of Old 97’s, Marcia Ball, Ruthie Foster, Willie Nelson, Robert Earl Keen, Shawn Colvin and Patrice Pike all contributed to the album, The Best of Times.

Beyond her success raising consciousness and money, as well as making music, another significant point of pride for Hickman is her family. She has two daughters, Lili and iolana (“All lower case, like kd lang,” she says.), while working as an artist.

“It’s harder for mom musicians, you know?” she says. “I think the most I have ever been gone is 10 days. Everything else, I would be

gone two or three or I’d have my family with me.”

Hickman says she probably could have gone the nanny route “and been more famous…. But to me, I wanted to do both,” she says. “I want to try and keep

doing what I’m doing, and I want my kids to know how much I love them, and [I want to] be here for them as much as I can be.”

Texas performers have never shied away from the provocative. Back in 2003, Dixie Chick Natalie Maines publicly railed on President George W. Bush for the war in Iraq during a concert in London. Singer Kinky Friedman ran for governor in 2006 and state railroad commissioner four years later. “They always say musicians and artists should keep their mouths shut when it comes to politics ’cause what do we know

about it?” says Hickman. “Well, of course we know about it, because it affects our lives and friends and our communities.”

She’s recorded a tune about a former vice presidential hopeful called “Palin By Comparison” (“I never say her name, nor do

I show her picture”), and a little goof on the current governor, too. But Hickman says her most controversial song, an acapella number called “The One,” means the most to her. “Of all the music I have ever written, it’s the soul

of me in terms of politics,” she says reflectively. “I wrote it after the Virginia Tech shootings. Like everyone else, I was horrified. Because I am a mom and a musician, it affected me. I’m thinking about my kids. How can I speak out on this?”

Hickman explains that she overheard some moms talking about how Virginia Tech mass murderer Seung-Hui Cho’s mother had suffered a breakdown. “I can relate to her,” she says, “Because if that were one of my children, I would be subjected, for the rest of my life, to not only the missing and the sorrow of not having my child, but also the horror of what had occurred by his hands.” So she wrote from his mother’s point of view. “It’s not even a song, it’s more just a keening on her behalf,” she says. “I hope some day I can meet her to tell her that she’s not alone, because what a horrible thing to go through.”

She sings softly:No flowers for his funeral. No one

here on the phone. Invisible here, I am living in fear. I am broken and alone. The burden of my broken heart can never be compared; to the loss and anger others feel and the other mothers share.


“They always say musicians and artists should keep their mouths shut when it comes to politics ’cause what do we know about it? Well, of course we know about it because it affects our lives and friends and our communities.”

In 2010, Hickman was named State Musician of Texas. She followed in the footsteps of Willie Nelson.

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“When I first sang it, I was in Virginia at a festival,” she recalls. “I didn’t realize Virginia Tech University was literally 20 miles down the road. People were stunned. There was this long pause afterwards. I really appreciated that, because to me it was a moment of silence.”

She remembers an incensed woman in the audience questioned her sympathy for Cho’s mother, going so far as to call her a Nazi. Hickman burst into tears before the show’s promoter and her husband, Lance, calmed her down. They offered a unique insight. “You have to keep singing this song because you’re giving people a different viewpoint,” they suggested. “Some people aren’t going to like it, but that’s what art is,” says Hickman. “Let’s look at it this way, and see how that feels –— and make us think, you know? Just speaking out, why does that have to be a political statement? Maybe it’s just somebody expressing himself or herself.”

Her new album was written and recorded in Los Angeles. “It’s different than anything I’ve done,” she beams. More pop, less Austin-organic. The songs range from a sizzling sexual encounter

“from a cocky woman’s point of view,” she points out, to the title track written for a young man’s coming out. “It’s just an uplifting song about being you,” she says. “Shine as you are.” She sings a beautiful song called “Rapture,” which Hickman wrote for daughter Lili. “Just piano, cello, French horn and me,” she says. There is a bit of primal therapy in “Primitive Stuff” (“I scream my head off; very tribal with lots of drums”), and another song, “The Trouble with Boxes,” about her distaste for categories and labels.

Shine was a family affair: iolana provided photos while Lance handled all the design and the packaging. “We keep it all in house, literally,” she says. “I try to expose my kids to being empowered by making art every way they can: music, drawing, photography and songwriting. It’s what my parents taught me.”

Hickman says much of her time these days is spent living in the moment. “It’s not till years later I look back and think, “Well, I got a lot done!”

“When Johnny [Carson] died there was a figure released: One in 6 million people ever got to be on The Tonight Show. And I thought, ‘Wow, I got to be on

twice?’ I feel honored because he was a true gentleman.” Hickman sounds a bit emotional when she talks about aspirations. “My dream has always been to appear on David Letterman,” she says. “He’s so bright and funny, but he’s also really sensitive. To go on David Letterman — I can’t even imagine. I would name every dog I have from now on Letterman.”

With Shine about to be released, she is hopeful. “I would love to have another hit on the radio, because it helps my activism,” says Hickman. “I’ve tried to be engaged in everything from working with Romanian orphans to the homeless in Texas. I want to be remembered as someone who never gave up. Someone who just kept trying to make a ripple in the pond.”

Clearly, the many years of charitable work has been a continuing source of inspiration as well as motivation. “Maybe I’ve made people think about how they can be involved in their communities and in the homes of their families,” she says. “That’s more important than hearing someone walking down the street humming my songs.”


Hickman’s latest offering, Shine, goes on sale July 23.

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“There have been one- or two-book wonders that have come and gone, but I’m still here.”


BY DAVE MUSCARI

With tall tales as big as her home state, prolific Texas

novelist Sandra Brown has 60 New York Times

best-sellers to her credit — and she keeps cranking

out some of the world’s most popular books.

HeroesVillains& Outlaws

Author Malcolm Gladwell calls it the “10,000 Hour Rule.” In

his book, Outliers, he describes the path to success in almost any endeavor as a matter of repetition, the practice of a given task for a total of 10,000 hours.

Not everyone agrees with Gladwell’s theory. But for one with a nose against the grindstone, it makes for an interesting concept. In the case of Texas-born novelist Sandra Brown, success has been a long haul. In her 30-plus-year career, Brown has penned 76 books, an astounding 60 of which have appeared on The New York Times best-seller list. She’s sold upward

of 80 million books worldwide translated into 34 languages.

Brown laces her white-hot novels — with titles such as Play Dirty, Chill Factor, French Silk, Low Pressure, Lethal and Love is

Murder — with romance and suspense. But for all of her success and acclaim, the author also knows a thing or two about good, old-fashioned hard work. “Luck is when preparedness meets opportunity,” she laughs in a Texas twang. In a state chock full of legendary novelists, few have achieved Brown’s fame.

She had just introduced the incoming president of the Mystery Writers of America at an awards ceremony in New York City the week before we met at her Arlington home. Along with husband Michael, the couple attended the event while in town to begin the renovation of a flat they’ve had for years. “Basically,

the apartment is being gutted,” sighs Brown. “We were working like day laborers…then we had to go black tie to this event. Nothing’s easy, especially not in New York.”

It’s a long way from Waco, Brown’s hometown, to ritzy ballrooms in New York. Her path to literary prominence started innocently enough. She and Michael were working at ABC

affiliate WFAA-TV in Dallas when the idea of writing germinated. “They moved Michael to anchor the weekend news and asked me to do weather,” she said. “In those days you didn’t have to be a meteorologist,” said Brown. “It was basically regurgitation…get the information and then tell it back to the camera in a fairly logical, sensible way.”

Brown eventually went on to be a contributor to the station’s PM Magazine while Michael anchored a morning talk show. “I did that for a couple of years part time, because we had babies at home. [On the talk show, Michael] got all the writers on book tours,” she says. Her husband suggested the idea of becoming a writer. The couple agreed it was a logical time — working from home would mean no childcare expenses. “So that’s when I started,” she says, with little indication of what to expect. “I didn’t know that I could do it, but I wanted to.”

FINDING HER VOICELike many writers, Brown felt a little lost, struggling to find her voice. “I didn’t know I was supposed to look for one,” she


“We’ve got larger-than-life characters in Texas from our earliest history to last week. We have always had the best heroes, the best villains and the best outlaws.”

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laughs. “Nobody told me that.” She wrote a few stories, getting her feet wet. Michael suggested his wife reach out to a friend, a local fiction author, for some tips. “The first thing she said to me was, ‘You have a very good voice. You just need to learn how to tell your stories in a way that is marketable.’”

“At that point I thought, ‘You mean you have to figure out how to plot? It’s not enough just to sit down and start?’” Brown dug in even further. She did her homework, reading books on everything from character development to plotting. Soon, “…all the lights kind of came on,” she says. “I thought, I can take my material and put it in a way that kind of fits the framework of a novel.”

Brown remains mindful of the woman’s words. “She was the first one to say that I had a very distinctive voice,” she says. “I like to think that it has improved, evolved and gotten even more distinctive and more mature. I mean, styles of writing have changed. I have gone from romances to suspense and thrillers. But the basic voice of

the writer is still there.” In fact, Brown says every now and then she’ll pick one of her earliest works off the shelf and start reading. “I’ll think, ‘You know, I could have written this yesterday.’ My style was always there.”

“Listen, longevity in this business is something to be proud of…to keep an audience for as long as I have been a published writer, which is 32 years, that says something,” Brown says good-naturedly.

“There have been one- or two- book wonders that have come and gone, but I’m still here,” she smiles.

STORYTELLER PROCESSShe studied English at TCU near where her father spent years working at the newspaper. “He had to write an editorial every day” for the Fort Worth Star-Telegram she says. “From my Dad, I guess I got some talent for putting words on paper, even though it was a different kind of writing that he did.” Brown says her mother also played a significant role in her early development. “My mom

influenced me a lot because of her love of stories, books and novels,” she says. “I have four sisters, and she read to us from the time I can remember.”

She credits the blending of her parents’ talents in influencing her career: her father’s self-discipline, her mother’s vivid imagination and what Brown calls her predisposition toward the romantic. “By romantic, I don’t mean amoré, just fantastic stories, adventure, lore and all the things that go into making a good story. It’s their fault,” she says.

Brown freely admits that she hasn’t the faintest notion how she comes up with concepts for books. Nor does she seem to care.

“It’s just all of the sudden there, or it will be a character that just walks out of my subconscious and says, ‘Write about me!’ Well why should I? ‘Well, I’m interesting.’ Why are you interesting?” Brown says characters reveal themselves to her

Far left: Brown hosts the premiere of Murder by the Book, a national cable series. Inset: Trophies marking two of many The New York Times Best-Seller List appearances. Left: Sandra speaking in Tokyo in 2008. Above: Brown at former First Lady Barbara Bush’s Celebration of Reading Event with former President George H.W. Bush.


“I like to think that my voice has improved, evolved and gotten even more distinctive and more mature.”

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gradually, “as we get to know each other through the first draft.”

Typically, she writes four drafts of a book, each a critical phase in her process. “I start by putting the story on paper before it disappears,” she explains. “Then I do what I refer to as the ‘crafting draft,’ which is really taking apart every single sentence, rewriting and reworking it. After I’ve gone all the way through the book, I go through it again for pacing and to make sure that all of the Ts are crossed and Is are dotted.”

Finally, she does a fourth and final read-through for polishing, though she never feels quite finished. “I always tinker with it,” she says. Brown speaks about a

distinctive art to writing the kind of suspense that engages the reader. And keeps them turning page after page. “You

have to try and keep the pace, and that’s important,” she says. “It’s hard to do that when you’re also developing characters because all of that takes time and a lot of words.”

“You want to impart a little information at a time and then get off of it. Let them run for their lives some more, and then reveal a little bit more.” For less experienced authors, she says that part of the process is particularly difficult. “Kind of a recurring thing that new writers do is to try to tell their reader everything they know all at once,” says Brown. “You dole it out, as the reader needs to know it.”

ROMANCING READERSFor someone who has written dozens of novels, does Brown favor one genre over another? “If I didn’t like what I was doing I wouldn’t be doing it,” she says plainly. “You have to love it, because it’s too damn hard to do if you don’t.”

So what are the essential ingredients to being a successful novelist? “I think it’s the self-discipline, absolute love of it and the compulsion that will not leave you alone,” says Brown. “You’ve got to do it. A lot of people never understand that. It’s too hard to do it if you don’t love it.”

Back to the genre question, if Brown did not love what she was


Right: Brown speaking at the National Book Festival. Above: Brown addressing fans in the Texas State Senate chambers during one of many appearances at the Texas Book Festival.

“There have been heartbreaking events in my life. But it was the writing that kept me grounded. Otherwise, I would have completely flown apart.”

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writing, what would she do? “I’d be writing something else,” she says flatly. “I wrote a book about five years ago, called Rainwater, which was a departure from the suspense [novels]. It was one of those instances that the characters absolutely insisted that I tell their story. They had nothing in common with the books I was writing. The genre was totally different. But I wanted to tell this little story that had a lot of significance. It was based on an incident that happened in my father’s family, and it would not let me go.”

But she says she simply had to write it. “And I loved it,” she said. “Everybody else loved it, too. It got a lot of critical acclaim.”

“People ask, ‘Will you do another one?’ I say, ‘I’d do another one tomorrow if the story came to me!’ They came to me; the characters came to me and said, ‘Tell our story.’ It’s hard to explain. It’s not like I just said, ‘OK, I think I’ll write an historical novel set in the Depression today.’ It doesn’t happen that way.”

She’s written under her name, and a few pen names over the years. “The first one was Rachel

Ryan, and the reason was two-fold,” she explains. “First, I thought Sandra Brown was kind of a generic name… Secondly, it was a bribe. Those are my children’s names. It was, ‘If you can be quiet and let Mommy work, I’ll put your name on every page of the book.’ That’s where the first one came from. Now all the books are published under Sandra Brown.

What happens when the ideas aren’t coming? Do writers who produce such a large volume of material ever get a case of old-fashioned writer’s block? “I wouldn’t call it block, because then you’re kind of giving in to it,” she says. “And I’m just stubborn enough to think, OK, I’m in a lull. Nothing is clicking right now, but I’ll just keep at it, and something will eventually unlock.”

As for the creative process, Brown says it doesn’t happen on


Surprise, SurpriseIn February 2008, Brown

thought she and her husband, Michael, were going to a formal

event honoring legendary pianist Van Cliburn. In fact, more than 200 people had come from all over the U.S. to

honor Sandra. Husband Michael had established an annual perpetual scholarship at TCU in Sandra’s honor. The scholarship also includes a 22-pound bronze and marble statue (inset) depicting various significant milestones in Sandra’s career.

TCU Chancellor Victor Boschini awarded Sandra an honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters for her lifetime accomplishments as a bestselling author. Numerous other authors, publishers, friends and family attended the event, which was emceed by longtime friend and CBS newsman Bob Schieffer.

“Listen, longevity in this business is something to be proud of...to keep an audience for as long as I have been a published writer, which is 32 years, that says something.”

Above: Brown on the set of TV movie Ricochet, based on her novel of the same name, in 2011. Right: With Ricochet star John Corbett.

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a schedule. “There have been heartbreaking events in my life when the last thing I wanted to do was be creative. But on the other hand, it was the writing that kept me grounded. Otherwise, I would have completely flown apart.”

In an office filled with her books, could it be they are like family? Aunts, uncles, cousins, children, some favored more than others?

“Oh, gosh, yes,” says Brown. “Some of the characters are still so real to me. I love to think of them as living their lives. I want to visit them and see what’s going on now. And then others, it’s like, I don’t even remember writing that — I don’t think I had fun writing that at all.”

She says there are clear favorites. “There are definitely books I have become much more attached to and characters, even villains that I am much more intrigued by and attached to than others.”

TALL TALES AND BORN LIARSBrown’s home state has heavily influenced her writing and imagination. “I love our wildness, our rowdiness,” she says.

“We’ve got larger-than-life characters from our earliest history to last week. We have always had the best heroes, the best villains and the best outlaws. We’ve got a heritage that everyone in the world knows about. If they don’t know anything else about the United States, you see a cowboy hat and immediately they associate it with us.”

“I think having just grown up with legends and that kind of heritage that is so rich — with the outlandish, helped my fertile imagination a lot.”

“We’re all born liars, aren’t we?” she laughs. “So I lie for a living.”

As for her fans in Texas and around the world, they might be a little surprised to hear a few of her insights. “Like how paranoid I am,” she laughs. “If they’re devoted fans…they probably would be surprised to know that I am as insecure with the next book as I was with book one,” she says. “And I have done it 76 times.”

Brown says during days when a plot isn’t gelling, or characters aren’t quite coming together, she reminds herself of a few things. “I literally look at that bookcase


The Ocean at the End of the Lane By Neil GaimanIt’s the first new novel for adults since the author’s best-seller Anansi Boys. “I love this cover and, of course, he’s Neil Gaiman. Think Stephen King but sci-fi.”

A Wanted Man by Lee Child In this sizzling thriller, tension rises and the twists come fast and furious. Critics have called it a masterpiece of suspense. “I was a Jack Reacher fan long before the Tom Cruise movie!”

Busted By Karin Slaughter“Karin is a friend of mine. This new novella in the Will Trent series will tide fans over until the next book, Unseen, comes out in July.”

The Black Country By Alex Grecian“This is a series of creepy crime procedurals in foggy London Town that I’ve been meaning to check out. The first book, The Yard, came out in April.”

NOS4A2 By Joe HillFrom the best-selling author of Heart-Shaped Box and Horns comes a new spine-tingling novel. “Joe Hill is Stephen King’s son, so you know he’s good!”

Ladies Night By Mary Kay AndrewsHumor, heart and plot twists that will have you raising a glass. “For something lighter, she writes women’s fiction/mysteries. Not literary but not fluffy.”

The White Princess By Philippa Gregory From the author of The Other Boleyn Girl comes her next installment in The Cousins’ War series “I can’t get enough history of the English monarchy.”

Deadline By Sandra Brown“To round out your summer reading list (summer in Texas extends well into September, right?), my new novel, Deadline, goes on sale everywhere Sept. 24.”

Sandra Brown’s Summer Reading List

At the invitation of the USO, Brown was invited to meet and greet U.S.troops stationed at various bases in Afghanistan in 2011.

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full of books that have been translated in 34 languages and I think, ‘I know how to do this. I have done it.’”

As a writer, she knows that longevity can be double-edged. “It can’t last forever. So this book better be as good, if not better, than the last one — you’re only as good as the last one. I think it’s the desire to constantly be better and that fear factor that works in my favor. It gives me that edge.”

Even with her long string of successes, clearly there is no rest for the weary. She keeps one eye on the road and another on the rear view mirror.

“I have worked very hard. People may not like what I do, they may not like what I write, and that’s fine. There are writers I love and writers I don’t know how they ever got published. The bottom line is, and my family can attest, I have put in the hours — I have put in those 10,000 hours,” she says, in reference to Gladwell’s thesis on success.

“I love telling stories. And I

think the story is everything,” she explains. “If a reader closes that book and thinks, ‘Gosh, that was great. I had a wonderful time and I was thoroughly entertained and engaged in this story,’ I have done my job,” she says. “It’s giving my readers a good time. Entertaining them, telling them a story.”

And while her story is far from over, when the time comes to write an epitaph, what does Brown hope it says?

“I would like for people to say, ‘She told one heck of a story.’”


“The bottom line is, and my family can attest, I have put in the hours — I have put in those 10,000 hours,”

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Dallas’ cultural events span varieties that suit every visitor’s taste. DHM whittles it down to the best of Big D’s offerings.

JULY 4

Willie NelsonBilly Bob’s, North Forty Field (Fort Worth)

Join Willie, friends and family along with guests Kris Kristofferson, Leon Russell, Ray Price, Justin Moore, Ryan Bingham, David Allan Coe, Ray Wylie Hubbard and more. It’s country music at its best during this outdoor festival commemorating 40 years of Texas’ biggest annual red, white and blue picnic.

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in three years, all in support of a new studio album. American Idol’s Phillip Phillips opens the show.

JULY 17

Widespread PanicVerizon Theatre at Grand Prairie

There are jam bands, and then there is this Southern rock, blues and jazz fusion outfit from Athens, Ga. Following in the footsteps of the Allmans and the Grateful Dead, the band formed in the ’80s and built an extensive catalog of music along with a long line of enthusiastic fans.

JULY 22

One DirectionAmerican Airlines Center

The English/Irish group currently reigns the boyband set. Billboard crowned them Best New Artist in 2012 due to hits including “What Makes You Beautiful” and “Live While We’re Young.” The group’s long-awaited summer tour is breaking records and setting trends.

JULY 24

Nitty Gritty Dirt BandGranada Theater

Few have enjoyed as many years of success as this quintessential bluegrass-folk-country-rock group. Since forming in 1966, the band has toured and recorded some of the most versatile selections in American music (“Mr. Bojangles,” “American Dream”).

JULY 26-AUGUST 11

Kiss of the Spider WomanKalita Humphreys Theater

The talented Uptown Players bring the Tony Award–winning musical to the stage in Dallas. It is a harrowing tale of persecution

Enjoy Jackson’s hits “Tell Me What You Want,” and “Who’s Behind the Door,” plus tunes by Zeppelin, The Beatles, Pink Floyd, Rush and The Moody Blues.

JULY 6

BeyoncéAmerican Airlines Center

She started the year singing at the presidential inauguration and followed it up with a stunning Super Bowl halftime show. Now the native Texan and reigning queen of pop is back on tour. With 16 Grammys and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, she’s a pop idol.

JULY 9

Emeli SandéHouse of Blues

The soulful Scottish singer is all the rage. Her debut album recently displaced The Beatles’ 62 straight weeks in the Top 10 on U.K’s pop charts with Please Please Me. Her songs include “Beneath You’re Beautiful, “Read All About It” and “Next to Me.”

JULY 10–13

Spank! The Fifty Shades ParodyMajestic Theater

This unauthorized satire of the wildly popular book Fifty Shades of Grey brings the naughty fun of the saucy best-seller to life. The fun-filled, high-energy show is a bawdy, laugh-out-loud musical.

JULY 13

John MayerGexa Energy Pavilion

The Grammy-winning artist is off and running on the Born and Raised Tour, his first major outing

ENTERTAINMENTJULY 1

LL Cool J, Ice Cube, De La Soul & Public Enemy Verizon Theatre at Grand Prairie

The pioneer rapper turned successful actor (NCIS Los Angeles) brings his old-school vibe to town. “Mama Said Knock You Out” and “Hey Lover” both won Grammy Awards in the ’90s for best rap solo performance.

JULY 2-AUGUST 18

FLYWyly Theater

“Forget the ground…forget the sky, ’cause the more you forget, the higher you fly.” Peter Pan and friends return on an action-packed journey to Neverland in this exhilarating production. It’s not just for kids anymore!

JULY 4

Fair Park Fourth Dallas Fair Park

The annual free event features a drumline competition and a spectacular fireworks display with free seating inside the Cotton Bowl and around historic Fair Park. The day culminates in a live program broadcast at 9 p.m. on WFAA-TV (Channel 8).

JULY 5

Randy JacksonPoor David’s Pub

The lead singer and guitarist from the rock band Zebra performs an intimate solo acoustic concert.

that inventively juxtaposes gritty realities with liberating fantasies in a dark jail cell.

JULY 27

Smokey RobinsonFair Park Music Hall

As one of Motown Records’ most prolific artists, he recorded songs with The Miracles and as a solo act (“Tears of a Clown, “Crusin’,” “I Second That Emotion”) that dot the soundtrack of the Baby Boom generation.

JULY 30

Maurice BenardHyena’s Comedy Nightclub (Dallas)

The Emmy-winning star of ABC’s General Hospital is out on the road. Catch up with the daytime star during his 12-city tour across the U.S. Celebrate a half century of the venerable soap plus get inside the head of one of America’s top daytime actors.

JULY 31

Matchbox Twenty, Goo Goo DollsGexa Energy Pavilion

Singer Rob Thomas and mates formed Matchbox Twenty in the mid-’90s in Orlando. Soon after, their album Yourself or

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Someone Like You rocked the charts. Thomas later won a trio of Grammys for his work on “Smooth” with Carlos Santana.

AUGUST 2

The MonkeesVerizon Theatre at Grand Prairie

With original members Mickey Dolenz, Peter Tork and Dallas native Michael Nesmith, one of bubblegum’s first big bands is back onstage. Hits include “Daydream Believer,” “Last Train to Clarksville,” “Valerie” and more.

AUGUST 3

Train, The Script, Gavin DeGrawGexa Energy Pavilion

“Hey Soul Sister,” “Drops of Jupiter (Tell Me)” and “Drive By” are but a few of the hit songs Train has reeled off in recent years. With six studio albums under their belt, the band continues to gain traction as well as Grammys, two since 2002.

AUGUST 9

Kathy GriffinVerizon Theatre at Grand Prairie

Actress, talk show host and comic sensation, Griffin’s conversational style and controversial statements on everything from sex to religion have left a serious mark on pop culture. Her 2009 autobiography was a New York Times best-seller, and her stand-up specials are hilarious.

AUGUST 10

Sara EvansBilly Bob’s Texas (Fort Worth)

Her concerts are must-see events, even by the loftiest of country music standards. With No. 1 singles including “No Place That Far,” “Born to Fly” and “A Little Bit Stronger,” the former Nashville demo singer ranks among America’s premier stars of country/pop crossover.

AUGUST 12

Bruno Mars, Ellie Goulding American Airlines Center

At age 27, the Hawaii native is already an international superstar inventively blending elements of rock, soul, pop and reggae. Not only are his songs huge hits (“Just the Way You Are” has sold over 12 million copies), but he has also written with pop performers including Flo Rida (“Right Round”) and B.o.B. (“Nothin’ On You”). English singer Goulding’s “Lights” hit No. 1 on the Billboard pop charts.

AUGUST 15

Heart, Jason Bonham’s Led Zeppelin ExperienceGexa Energy Pavilion

The Seattle-based group exploded with Dreamboat Annie in the early ’70s. Sisters Ann and Nancy Wilson bring their Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, hard-driving band to stage, complemented by Zeppelin drummer John Bonham’s son Jason and his tribute to one of the world’s greatest rock band.

AUGUST 16–17

1964, The TributeBass Performance Hall (Fort Worth)

This musical journey transports the audience to a critical time in rock history. Critics and fans alike have hailed these musicians as the most authentic and endearing Fab Four tribute in the world.

AUGUST 16

’til Midnight at the Nasher Nasher Sculpture Center

Enjoy music, movies and moonlight at this summertime event in the Nasher garden with a showing of The Three Amigos. Pick up a picnic and snacks at the Nasher Cafe by Wolfgang Puck.

AUGUST 17

Keith Urban, Little Big Town, Dustin LynchGexa Energy Pavilion

After making his American debut in the late ’90s, the New Zealand-born singer zoomed up the country music charts to become an international star. “Somebody Like You” (named top country song of the decade), “Days Go By” and “But For the Grace of God” are among Urban’s 14 No. 1 hits.

AUGUST 21–SEPTEMBER 1

The Book of MormonWinspear Opera House

The New York Times proclaims it “the best musical of this century.” Entertainment Weekly goes a step further calling it “the funniest musical of all time.” From South Park creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone, the winner of nine Tony Awards including best musical has finally arrived in Dallas.

AUGUST 23

Ronny CoxUncle Calvin’s Coffeehouse

Best remembered for roles in movies such as Beverly Hills Cop, Total Recall and Deliverance, the veteran actor presents a different side of his talent. With acoustic guitar in hand, Cox weaves a rich tapestry of stories as well as songs.

AUGUST 30

Shawn PhillipsPoor David’s Pub

The Fort Worth native with the long flowing hair took the folk music scene by storm in the ’60s and ’70s with his distinctive mixture of mysticism, lyrical sensitivity and soulfully crafted acoustic music. Now based in South Africa, Phillips still makes beautiful, thoughtful music.

AUGUST 31

Steely DanVerizon Theatre at Grand Prairie

Walter Becker, Donald Fagen and company are at it again, back on the road with a collection of golden hits and a batch of new material. The Dan brings their inimitable brand of jazz-flavored rock-pop back to North Texas with songs from 30-plus years.

SEPTEMBER 6

Joe Satriani, Steve Morse BandVerizon Theatre at Grand Prairie

If you’re looking for an old-school, summer rock ’n’ roll show, you’ve come to the right place. Satriani is among the top guitar slingers anywhere. Morse brings his catalog of work with Deep Purple, Kansas, The Dixie Dregs and solo projects to the stage.

SEPTEMBER 12

fun., Tegan and SaraGexa Energy Pavilion

“We Are Young,” “Some Nights” and “Carry On” were all breakout hits for the New York City pop

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musicians. In 2013 fun. collected a pair of Grammys for best new artist and song of the year, and were nominated for four more.

SEPTEMBER 12

Ottmar Liebert & Luna NegraHouse of Blues

The accomplished Santa Fe–based acoustic guitarist plays with a distinctive Spanish sound and has recorded with his band since the late ’80s. Influenced by the likes of Jeff Beck, Carlos Santana, Robert Fripp and others, Liebert has developed a near-cult following and a voice all his own.

SEPTEMBER 13

Diana RossWinspear Opera House

Stars don’t come much bigger than the founding member and lead singer of The Supremes. Billboard named the former Motown performer the Female Artist of the Century in the ’70s. Her influence on pop music is immeasurable.

SEPTEMBER 13

Miranda Lambert, Dierks BentleyGexa Energy Pavilion

“Gunpowder & Lead,” and “Famous in a Small Town” were breakout hits for the gutsy young woman from Lindale, Texas, who took country music by storm when her Crazy Ex-Girlfriend album zoomed up the charts in

2007. Bentley’s 10 No. 1 singles include “Come a Little Closer” and “Feel That Fire.”

AUGUST 14

ChicagoVerizon Theatre at Grand Prairie

This ensemble pioneered the incorporation of brass into mainstream rock in the ’60s. With a steady string of hit songs (“Color My World,” “25 or 6 to 4,” “Saturday in the Park,” “Hard Habit the Break”) over the years, the group has millions of fans all over the world.

SEPTEMBER 17–29

Peter & the StarcatcherWinspear Opera House

It’s a magical evening of madcap musical fun with a hilarious romp through the Neverland you never knew. A winner of five Tony Awards, this swashbuckling prequel to Peter Pan is a treat for any imagination.

SEPTEMBER 22

Maroon 5, Kelly ClarksonGexa Energy Pavilion

Formed in L.A. in the ’90s, the group’s hits include “Moves Like Jagger,” “Makes Me Wonder,” “She Will Be Loved,” and most recently “Payphone” and “One More Night.” Fort Worth native and American Idol champ Clarkson opens the show with her hits, “Since U Been Gone” and “My Life Would Suck Without You.”

SEPTEMBER 29

Lewis BlackBass Performance Hall

As one of the most prolific and popular performers working, Black brings a trifecta of stand-up comedy, acting and writing to the fore. He has performed for audiences throughout Europe and the U.S. In 2012, he performed eight sell-out shows at the Richard Rodgers Theatre on Broadway.

FOOD, BEER & WINE JULY 12–14

Taste of DallasDallas Fair Park

Taste dishes from dozens of DFW restaurants in one convenient location. Stroll through an expansive culinary space inside Fair Park’s automobile building with demonstrations from top local chefs, a beer, wine and spirits sampling tavern and a large culinary marketplace.

AUGUST 10

The Palette to PalateFrontiers of Flight Museum (Love Field)

Enjoy an evening of fine art and food in an explosion of color, flavor and sound. There are inventive hors d’oeuvres, desserts and other culinary treats from some of Dallas’ favorite restaurants. Participate in the live and silent art auction featuring original work by local artists.

AUGUST 10–12

Texas Sommelier Conference Four Seasons Resort & Club (Las Colinas)

Since it began in 2005, this area conference has attracted

thousands of wine professionals from across the U.S. More than 160 Lone Star sommeliers have competed for the title Texas’ Best Sommelier. Speakers and judges constitute a who’s who of the nation’s top wine professionals and respected educators.

AUGUST 31–SEPTEMBER 1

Westfest Czech & Polka FestivalWest

Take the short drive south of Dallas to one of the more unique events in Texas. The weekend features plenty of authentic Czechoslovakian cuisine, culture and music featuring bands including Grammy winners Brave Combo.

SEPTEMBER 1–2

Blues & BBQ FestivalBedford

It’s one of the best BBQ battles at this Mid-Cities annual event. Sample the goods from area chefs and top restaurants. Plus, enjoy the star-studded lineup of excellent musicians such as British blues legend John Mayall, native Jimmie Vaughn and more.

SEPTEMBER 6

Celebrity Waiter LuncheonThe Joule Hotel

It’s entertaining and lively when media, political and sports leaders volunteer as waiters for a great cause. The event benefits Family Gateway, a community organization focused on homelessness.

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The party’s on as we celebrate 125 years as Big D’s most beloved family destination! With hands-on animal encounters, Monorail Safaris through the Wilds of Africa (named “Best African Exhibit” in the U.S.!), the expansive Giants of the Savanna, and the only koalas in Texas, there’s never been a better time to hop on DART’s Red Line and come on over.

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SEPTEMBER 12–15

GrapefestGrapevine

Celebrate Texas wines with the People’s Choice Wine Tasting Classic, the largest consumer-judged wine competition in the nation. Enjoy a grape stomp, Culinary Pavilion, GrapeFest Golf Classic and six stages of live entertainment.

SEPTEMBER 19–22

OktoberfestAddison

Welcome to an authentic re-creation of the Munich Oktoberfest. USA Today calls it one of America’s 10 best Oktoberfest celebrations. A special Paulaner beer is served along with an endless array of food including sausages, sauerkraut, strudel, pretzels and more.

SEPTEMBER 21–22

MetroCooking DallasConvention Center

Browse more than 100 vendors and sample handpicked bites from some of the area’s most popular chefs and restaurants. Plus, attend cooking demos and see celebrities chefs, including infamous “rebel chef” Terry French and more.

ARTS AND CULTURETHROUGH JULY 21

Ed Ruscha: Made in CaliforniaAmon Carter Museum of American Art (Fort Worth)

Known for his images featuring single words suspended in

space, the L.A.-based artist has experimented with a range of media and styles throughout his career. He embraced lithography as a means to explore recurring themes from his paintings and screen-prints.

THROUGH SEPTEMBER 15

DallasSITES: Charting Contemporary Art, 1963 to PresentDallas Museum of Art

This exhibition celebrates five decades of North Texas’ bold and distinctive art scene, examining the moments, people and organizations that helped shape our area’s incredibly vital relationship with contemporary art. Dallasites created opportunities from a peripheral status, while capturing the attention of the art world.

THROUGH SEPTEMBER 15

Hotel Texas: An Art Exhibition for President & Mrs. John F. KennedyDallas Museum of Art

In commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the JFK assassination, the DMA brings the same works of art installed in the president’s suite at the Hotel Texas during his fateful trip in 1963. The original installation, created specially for the President and Mrs. Kennedy, included paintings by van Gogh and sculptures by Picasso.

THROUGH AUGUST 11

Romare Bearden: A Black OdysseyAmon Carter Museum of American Art (Fort Worth)

The African-American artist created a landmark series based on Homer’s classic work of literature, The Odyssey, in the ’70s. Through approximately 50 works of art, Bearden recasts Homer’s heroes and villains as black people, transforming the epic poem into a poignantly universal story.

AUGUST 16–19

Dallas Black Film FestivalAct of Change Institute of Cultural Arts

This year’s theme is Black Women in Film: From Mammy to Marvelous, focusing on talented females in front of and behind the lens. There is also a special children’s film festival, a movie-poster showcase, film memorabilia and more.

AUGUST 17

Brave Young Voices TeCo Theatre

Young people inventively use voice to be creative and to be heard. This fusion of spoken word, live music and dance features top master slam artists including Will Richey and Alexandro Perez. Special guests include Joaquin Zihuantanejo, individual world poetry champion.

AUGUST 23–25

Russian Festival: Concert One, Fort Worth Symphony OrchestraBass Performance Hall (Fort Worth)

FRIDAY: Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 1; Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 4

SATURDAY: Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 2; Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 5

SUNDAY: Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 3; Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 6

SEPTEMBER 6–8

Rhapsody in Blue: An Evening of Gershwin, Fort Worth Symphony OrchestraBass Performance Hall (Fort Worth)

FWSO’s pops season opens with this all-Gershwin celebration. Jeff Tyzik returns to conduct alongside Broadway crooner Doug LaBrecque and 1997 Van Cliburn Gold Medalist Jon Nakamatsu. From “I Got Rhythm” and “They Can’t Take That Away From Me” to selections from Porgy and Bess and Rhapsody in Blue, it is an extraordinary night of Gershwin favorites.

SEPTEMBER 15–JANUARY 5, 2014

México Inside Out: Themes in Art Since 1990 The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth

This is one of the largest and most ambitious exhibitions in years to examine contemporary art of central Mexico and Mexico City. In the first exhibition of its kind to be presented in North Texas, approximately 60 works by 20 artists explore the country’s complex socio-political climate. Artists tackle issues regarding borders, violence, corruption, economic and civic institutions and revolution.

SEPTEMBER 19–22

Tchaikovsky’s Fifth, Dallas Symphony OrchestraMeyerson Symphony Center

The impassioned melodies of the Russian composer’s Fifth Symphony take listeners

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SEPTEMBER 26–29

Jaap van Zweden’s Mahler Dallas Symphony OrchestraMeyerson Symphony Center

A local favorite returns to play the thrilling piano concerto, as DSO music director Jaap van Zweden leads Mahler’s popular Symphony No. 4 with its sunny, satisfying finale voicing radiance and calm.

SEPTEMBER 28

Dallas Symphony Orchestra AT&T GalaMeyerson Symphony Center

It’s an evening for the ages. Enjoy a night of elegance with celebrities, city leaders, arts patrons and music lovers. The DSO performs with renowned soprano Renée Fleming.

FESTIVALS & EXPOS JULY 3

Kaboom TownAddison

Billed as one of America’s best fireworks shows, the display can be seen from just about anywhere around Addison. Addison Circle Park features a huge watch party, or enjoy the show from one of the many nearby restaurants and hotels.

JULY 4–7

Lone Star State Classic Dog ShowMarket Hall

More than 2,000 dogs from all over the U.S. converge on Dallas for this summertime show. Over 150 different breeds will be exhibited for judging, culminating in a special Best in Show designation.

JULY 6, AUGUST 3 and SEPTEMBER 7

Cars & CoffeeClassic BMW (Plano)

Hundreds of classic cars, exotics, hot rods and ultra-cool collectibles are all on parade at

this free, first-Saturday-of-the-month event. Owners, drivers and browsers start at sunrise strolling through this amazing version of car talk with a caffeine chaser.

JULY 27

Allen Blues FestivalAllen Event Center

Austin-based Eric Johnson brings his legendary array of guitars and mind-blowing blues technique to the main stage at this second annual event just north of Dallas. Other featured acts include Billy Cox, Wanda King and more.

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New Acquisitions and Selections from the Collection On View Now

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Jenny Holzer, Kind of Blue, 2012. 9 LED signs with blue diodes. 9/10 x 120 x 576 inches. Museum purchase. Acquired in 2012. © 2012 Jenny Holzer, member Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York. Photo by Paul Kamuf

Visit Fort Worth’s Cultural Districtthis Summer!

Amon Carter Museum of American Art

Romare Bearden: A Black OdysseyThrough August 11

www.cartermuseum.org

Romare Bearden (1912-1988), Circe, 1977, collage. © Romare Bearden Foundation/Licensed by VAGA, New York, NY. Courtesy DC Moore Gallery

Kimbell Art Museum

Wari: Lords of the Ancient AndesJune 16–September 8, 2013

The NEW Renzo Piano Building Opens November 27, 2013

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Figurine of a Standing Dignitary. Wari culture, Peru, 600-1000. Kimbell Art Museum, Fort Worth

AUGUST 16–24

85th North Texas State Fair & RodeoNorth Texas State Fairgrounds (Denton)

Large crowds attend the event just north of the DFW area annually. This is one of the largest in the state, offering a nice variety of concerts and rodeos, a midway, livestock expositions, exhibits, food and more.

AUGUST 24

Beat Cancer DFW Fair Park Music Hall

This benefit spreads hope with no running required. It’s thousands of cancer survivors and loved ones singing and participating in an event to record a song and video dedicated to spreading hope. Join a day of giving back by spreading optimism to those affected by cancer though music, film and the arts.

SEPTEMBER 7–8

Dallas Home & Garden ShowMarket Hall

Talk with the area’s finest home-improvement experts. There are also show-only discounts and opportunities for everything the do-it-yourselfer needs for home and garden.

SEPTEMBER 15

Alan Ross Texas Freedom ParadeCedar Springs Road to Lee Park

This annual event has steadily grown into one of the biggest such gay pride celebrations in the southern half of the U.S. It began in the early ’70s in solidarity with and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall Riots that are the basis for many pride events held around the country.

SEPTEMBER 20–22

Plano Balloon FestivalOak Point Park

Hundreds of hot air balloons fill the skies over Plano with a kaleidoscope of colors and shapes. This annual event is an action-packed weekend of daring skydivers, music, a huge kid’s fun zone, cuisine and more.

SEPTEMBER 27–30

Greek Food Festival of DallasHoly Trinity Greek Orthodox Church

Opa! No passport required for this annual event that features delicious food, fun and authentic Greek culture on parade. Enjoy dancing, cooking demonstrations, crafts and the exotic pleasures of the international marketplace.

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SPORTSJULY 13

Robby Gordon’s Off Road Stadium Super Truck-SSTDallas Cowboys Stadium (Arlington)

JULY 24

CONCACAF Gold Cup Semi FinalDallas Cowboys Stadium (Arlington)

AUGUST 31

2013 Cowboys Classic: TCU vs. LSUDallas Cowboys Stadium (Arlington)

SEPTEMBER 20–21

Port-A-Coo U.S. National Dirt Track ChampionshipTexas Motor Speedway (Fort Worth)

FC Dallas SoccerPizza Hut Park (Frisco)fcdallas.comJuly 4 vs. Chivas USA

July 13 vs. Real Salt LakeAug. 11 vs. Los AngelesAug. 24 vs. San JoseSept. 7 vs. VancouverSept. 29 vs. Columbus

Texas Rangers BaseballTexas Rangers Ballpark (Arlington)texas.rangers.mlb.comJuly 2–4 vs. Seattle MarinersJuly 5–7 vs. Houston AstrosJuly 19–21 vs. Baltimore Orioles

July 22–25 vs. New York YankeesJuly 29–31 vs. Los Angeles AngelsAug. 13–14 vs. Milwaukee BrewersAug. 16–18 vs. Seattle MarinersAug. 19–21 vs. Houston AstrosAug. 30–Sept. 1 vs. Minnesota TwinsSept. 9–11 vs. Pittsburgh PiratesSept. 13–15 vs. Oakland AthleticsSept. 23–25 vs. Houston AstrosSept. 26–29 vs. Los Angeles Angels

Dallas Cowboys FootballDallas Cowboys Stadiumdallascowboys.comAug. 24 vs. Cincinnati Bengals *Aug. 29 vs. Houston Texans *Sept. 8 vs. New York GiantsSept. 22 vs. St. Louis Rams*preseason game

Frisco Roughriders BaseballDr Pepper Ballparkridersbaseball.comJuly 3–5 vs. Arkansas TravelersJuly 6–8 vs. Northwestern Arkansas NaturalsJuly 14–17 vs. San Antonio Missions

July 22–24 vs. Midland RockHoundsAug. 1–4 vs. San Antonio MissionsAug. 13–15 vs. Springfield CardinalsAug. 16–18 vs. Tulsa DrillersAug. 24–26 vs. Midland RockHoundsAug. 27–30 vs. Corpus Christi Hooks

TCU FootballAmon Carter Stadium, Fort WorthSept. 7 vs. SE LouisianaSept. 28 vs. SMU

SMU FootballFord Stadium on SMU campus except where notedAug. 30 vs. Texas TechSept. 7 vs. Montana StateSept. 28 vs. TCU**Amon Carter Stadium (Fort Worth)

UNT FootballApogee Field (2300 N. I-35E, Denton)Aug. 31 vs. IdahoSept. 14 vs. Ball State

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concertsJULY 1Rachel Yamagata (Folk)Sons of Hermann Hall

JULY 3Atlanta Rhythm Section (Southern Rock)Levitt Pavilion (Arlington)*

JULY 4Dallas Wind Symphony (Patriotic)Dallas Arboretum*

JULY 5Pat Green, Prophets & Outlaws (Country, Rock)Lone Star Park*

JULY 5–7Erik Griffin (Comedy)Improv (Addison)

JULY 5Del Castillo (Latin, Rock)Levitt Pavilion (Arlington)*

JULY 6Victoria Blackie (Country)Majestic Theater

JULY 6Billy Currington (Country)Lone Star Park*

JULY 7Terri Hendrix and Lloyd Maines(Alt Country)Levitt Country (Arlington)*

JULY 10Lynyrd Skynyrd, Bad Company (Rock)Verizon Theatre at Grand Prairie

JULY 11–14Paul Mooney (Comedy)Improv (Arlington)

JULY 11Hacienda, The Unlikely Candidates (Rock)The Belmont Hotel*

JULY 11Boney James (Jazz)House of Blues

JULY 11–14Gary Owen (Comedy)Improv (Addison)

JULY 12The O’s (Folk, Bluegrass)Levitt Pavilion (Arlington)*

JULY 12John Anderson (Country)Arlington Music Hall

JULY 12Junior Brown (Country, Jazz)The Kessler Theater

JULY 13Bruce Robison and Kelly Willis (Texas Country)Granada Theater

JULY 14Radney Foster (Texas Country)Levitt Pavilion (Arlington)*

JULY 14Kirk Franklin’s Gospel Brunch (Gospel)House of Blues

JULY 17Psychedelic Furs (Rock)House of Blues

JULY 17Widespread Panic (Jam)Verizon Theatre at Grand Prairie

JULY 18-20Sullivan & Son (Comedy)Improv (Addison)

JULY 19Max Stalling (Texas Country)Love & War in Texas (Grapevine)

JULY 20Kid Rock, Uncle Kracker (Rock)Gexa Energy Pavilion*

JULY 20Bridgit Mendler (Pop)Six Flags Over Texas* (Arlington)

JULY 20The Octopus Project (Beats, Indie)Granada Theater

JULY 24Skye Smeed (Folk, Country)Opening Bell Coffee House

JULY 25Air Review, Chambers (Rock)The Belmont Hotel*

JULY 26Reckless Kelly (Country)Granada Theater

JULY 26Eric Taylor (Folk, Blues)Uncle Calvin’s Coffeehouse

JULY 26Kevin Fowler (Country)Billy Bob’s Texas

JULY 26-28Bill Bellamy (Comedy)Improv (Arlington)

JULY 27Mel Tillis (Country, Pop)Arlington Music Hall

JULY 27American Idol Live Tour 2013 (Pop)Verizon Theatre at Grand Prairie

JULY 27Living Colour (Rock)The Kessler Theater

JULY 28Adam Ant (Indie)Granada Theater

JULY 28Kirk Franklin’s Gospel Brunch (Gospel)House of Blues

AUGUST 1-4Ralphie May (Comedy)Improv (Addison)

AUGUST 8Cody Chesnutt, Larry g(EE) (R&B, Funk)The Belmont Hotel*

AUGUST 9-10Eddie Griffin (Comedy)Improv (Arlington)

AUGUST 93 Penny Acre, The Honey Dewdrops (Folk)Uncle Calvin’s Coffeehouse

AUGUST 9David Tutera (Celebrity)House of Blues

AUGUST 9–11Sebastian Maniscalco (Comedy)Improv (Addison)

AUGUST 10Monte Montgomery (Country, Folk)Granada Theater

AUGUST 11Billy Joe Shaver (Texas Country)Love & War in Texas (Plano)

AUGUST 13–15Strauss & Dennehy, Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra (Classical)Bass Performance Hall (Fort Worth)

AUGUST 15–18Bruce Bruce (Comedy)Improv (Addison)

AUGUST 16Eleven Hundred Springs (Country, Rock)Granada Theater

AUGUST 22–25Huggy Lowdown (Comedy)Improv (Arlington)

AUGUST 24Ted Nugent (Rock)Billy Bob’s Texas (Fort Worth)

AUGUST 28Alice In Chains, Jane’s Addiction, Coheed and Cambria (Rock)Gexa Energy Pavilion*

AUGUST 29–SEPTEMBER 1Guy Torry (Comedy)Improv (Arlington)

AUGUST 30Brave Combo (Polka)Levitt Pavilion (Arlington)*AUGUST 30Backstreet Boys (Pop)Verizon Theatre at Grand Prairie

AUGUST 31Bonnie & the Clydes (Alt Country)Poor David’s Pub

SEPTEMBER 1The Cult (Rock)House of Blues

SEPTEMBER 5The Kildares (Celtic Rock)Dallas Arboretum*

SEPTEMBER 6Joe Satriani, Steve Morse Band (Rock)Verizon Theatre at Grand Prairie

SEPTEMBER 6–8Michael McDonald (Comedy)Improv (Addison)

SEPTEMBER 12–15Flip Orley (Comedy)Improv (Addison)

SEPTEMBER 13The Sea The Sea (Folk)Uncle Calvin’s Coffeehouse

SEPTEMBER 13–15Strauss & Dennehy, Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra (Classical)

Bass Performance Hall

SEPTEMBER 19–22Donnell Rawlings (Comedy)Improv (Arlington)

SEPTEMBER 20Depeche Mode, Crystal Castles (Pop)Gexa Energy Pavilion*

SEPTEMBER 23Fall Out Boy, Panic! At the Disco (Rock, Pop)Verizon Theatre at Grand Prairie

SEPTEMBER 26Hunter Sullivan (Big Band)Dallas Arboretum*

SEPTEMBER 26–29Dominique (Comedy)Improv (Arlington)

SEPTEMBER 26–27 & 29Jaap van Zweden’s Mahler, Dallas Symphony Orchestra (Classical)Meyerson Symphony Center

SEPTEMBER 27-28Imagine Dragons (Rock)South Side Ballroom


*Outdoor performance venue. Fair warning: This is Texas in summertime, after all.

Tillman’s RoadhouseTillman’s is a place for really good food, drinks and music in a fun, casual, come-as-you-are environment. Tillman’s is an update on the classic Texas roadhouse. Regional menu favorites, familiar tunes, no-one is a stranger hospitality — all energized with a modern take. A combination of both rustic and lush in everything from the menu to the décor make Tillman’s a good-time, anytime destination, whether it’s for a quick drink, a casual dinner or a special occasion.

324 West 7th St.214.942.0988tillmansroadhouse.com

Indigo 1745A boutique for men and women delivering premium denim, sportswear and accessories to enhance your stylish yet relaxed lifestyle, Indigo 1745 captures your independent spirit whether it’s modern vintage, cowboy casual or urbane chic. This smartly appointed boutique with engaging staff welcomes you to shop or just hang out in a relaxed environment that feels a little like your personal over sized closet.

Monday, 12–4Tuesday–Wednesday, 11–7Thursday, 11–8; First Thursdays, 11–9Friday–Saturday, 11–11Sunday, 11– 4

370 West 7th St.214.948.1745indigo1745.com

Bolsa

Fresh, local ingredients. A seasonal menu. The best cocktails in the city. D Magazine’s Restaurant of the Year in 2009 and Dallas Observer’s Best Place To Take A Date and Best Patio makes Bolsa a great choice for lunch or dinner seven days per week.

614 West Davis St.214.943.1883bolsadallas.com

Home to over sixty independent boutiques, restaurants, bars, coffee shops, theatres and art galleries.

Home on Bishop

Shoppers seeking to satisfy their own unique taste will find Home on Bishop, a comfortable, affordable place to add design and flair to their home decor. Warm and inviting, the store is ever evolving by constantly being replenished with fresh new merchandise.

502 N. Bishop Ave.214.434.1421homeonbishop.com

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THE PLAZA AT PRESTON CENTERAn urban oasis, Preston Center’s walkways invite leisurely strolling past one-of-a-kind shops and restaurants suiting every taste. The Plaza is home to dozens of delightful stores you won’t find anywhere else in Dallas like Sprinkles Cupcakes and Tootsie’s.

8311 Preston Center Plaza Dr.469.232.0000theplazaatprestoncenter.com

WEST VILLAGEHome to the independent Magnolia Theatre, this hotspot for shopping, dining and entertainment has plenty of shops and boutiques. Nestled at the northern tip of the Uptown entertainment district, the Village is easily accessible via the McKinney Avenue Trolley.

McKinney Avenue & Blackburn Street214.922.9622westvil.com

JEWELRY

BACHENDORF’SThe first Bachendorf’s store opened in 1977 featuring high-quality handmade custom jewelry and an extensive collection of watches. Today, Bachendorf’s continues the family tradition of offering the finest designer timepieces and collectibles.

PRESTON CENTER8400 Preston Rd.214.692.8400

entertainment venues, including Hyena’s Comedy Nightclub and the Angelika Film Center. The Station delivers its signature vibrancy around the clock.

5307 E. Mockingbird Ln.214.452.7180mockingbirdstation.com

NORTHPARK CENTERNorthPark Center offers more than 235 stores and luxury designer and trendsetting boutiques, including Gucci, Bvlgari, Valentino, Bottega Veneta, Versace, Cartier, Louis Vuitton and Oscar de la Renta, and top-tier anchors including Neiman Marcus and Nordstrom. Guests also enjoy a movie theater, restaurants, a world-class art collection and award-winning architecture.

8687 N. Central Expy. 214.361.6345northparkcenter.com

SHOPPING CENTERS

ALLEN PREMIUM OUTLETSHome to 100 designer name-brand outlets such as BCBG Max Azria, Coach, Cole Haan, J.Crew, Juicy Couture, Lacoste and Last Call by Neiman Marcus, it also offers savings up to 65 percent!

820 Stacy Rd.Allen, Texas972.678.7000premiumoutlets.com/allen

GALLERIAGalleria Dallas is the only North Texas home to TOUS, BCBGeneration, Tourneau, Brahmin, Sony Style and Karen Millen — plus favorites Louis Vuitton and Tiffany & Co. From its legendary ice rink to chic dining, Galleria Dallas is a destination.

13350 Dallas Pkwy.972.702.7100galleriadallas.com

HIGHLAND PARK VILLAGEThis shopping village is as close as you’ll get to Rodeo Drive. Built in the 1930s, this ultrachic corner of high-end shopping in Dallas’ most exclusive neighborhood sports boutiques such as Hermès, Jimmy Choo, Escada, Cole Haan, Chanel, Ralph Lauren, St. John and more.

47 Highland Park Village214.559.2740hpvillage.com

MOCKINGBIRD STATIONConveniently located on the DART train line, this urban village has 40 shops, restaurants and

GALLERIA13350 Dallas Pkwy., No. 1415972.392.9900

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DIAMOND DOCTORWith roots as a true wholesaler, Diamond Doctor sells the same high-quality diamonds to its customers as it does to retail partners. Stones are purchased from mines, allowing Diamond Doctor to offer top-quality GIA Certified Diamonds for a fraction of the price. Service is personalized with strict attention paid to desires and preferences.

972.342.66638127 Preston Rd.diamonddoctor.com

EISEMAN JEWELSIt is very clear to Richard Eiseman Jr. what makes Eiseman Jewels different from other stores. As Dallas’ premier jewelry store, Eiseman Jewels has been building customer loyalty and providing a high level of quality, consistency and service to its customers for over 46 years.

NorthPark Center, Ste. 514214.369.6100eisemanjewels.com

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JERRY SZOR CONTEMPORARY JEWELRY A destination for those in search of inspired, extraordinary jewelry, Jerry Szor Contemporary Jewelry is referred to by clients as one of Dallas’ best-kept, modern secrets. The jewel-box gallery exclusively represents many of the finest, most-talented contemporary jewelry artists in the world.

6131 Luther Ln., No. 210214.691.5400jerryszor.com

YLANG|23YLANG|23 is owned by Joanne and Charles Teichman, who opened the store in Dallas in 1985 and quickly attracted a clientele who can afford anything but prefer the fine workmanship of renowned designers shaping trends all over the world.

13350 Dallas Pkwy., Ste. 1300972.980.0819ylang23.com

SPECIALTY SHOPS

ALLIE COOSHDesigner Paulette Martsolf dreamed of coming to Texas to design women’s clothing and jewelry, opening this store in 1989. It has since become a women’s paradise, and her designs have become world-known.

6726 Snider Plaza 214.363.8616allie-coosh.com

BERETTA GALLERY

Located in Highland Park Village, Beretta Gallery is the destination for those wanting to indulge in the rich heritage of Beretta. Today, Beretta continues the almost 500-year-old tradition of producing custom-made shotguns and side-by-side Express rifles for the discriminating gun owner.

41 Highland Park Village214.559.9800dallas.berettagallery.com

CLOTHES CIRCUITThis treasure trove of upscale resale fashion has been dressing women of all ages for nearly three decades. A knowledgeable, creative staff make all the difference in this one-of-a-kind store with great prices.

6105 Sherry Ln. 214.696.8634clothescircuit.com

CLOTHESHORSE ANONYMOUSInternationally recognized, Clotheshorse Anonymous is a fashion mecca of women’s designer resale with 26,000 consignors and growing!

11661 Preston Rd., Ste. 236972.233.7001 chadallas.com

EYE PIECESDr. Hoa Nguyen and Dr. Jamie Gonzales stand by one philosophy: Provide high-quality eye care and offer superior products second to none. Shouldn’t you have peace of mind that you have chosen the best-trained eye doctors using the best available technology with a friendly staff to perform your eye examination?

3699 McKinney Ave., No. 321214.219.4402eyepiecesdallas.com

FORTY FIVE TENOne of Dallas’ premier boutique destinations, Forty Five Ten boasts a reputation for offering the best of the best. Set in a beautifully renovated historic building, it houses a world-class mix of the top collections for women, men and the home. Its acclaimed café, the T Room, is a chic lunch spot.

4510 McKinney Ave.214.559.4510fortyfiveten.com

HOME ON BISHOPShoppers seeking to satisfy their unique taste will find Home a comfortable, affordable place to add design and flair to interior decor. Warm and inviting, the store is ever-evolving with fresh new merchandise.

502 N. Bishop Ave.214.434.1421homeonbishop.com

INDIGOThis shop is devoted to all things handcrafted, from amazing jewelry and custom rugs to one-of-a-kind décor and accessories.

At Indigo, you can find items from the far reaches of the world. When authenticity is needed, look no further than Indigo!

3699 McKinney Ave., No. 102208.390.5889dallasindigo.com

INDIGO 1745A boutique for men and women specializing in premium denim and sportswear, Indigo 1745 carefully selects its products to fit a calm, cool lifestyle. Whether looking for clothing, bedding, accessories or a special gift, you’ll find this shop excites the senses and offers something that is personal for you and your style.

370 W. 7th St. 214.948.1745indigo1745.com

LILLI LONDONThe collection found in Lilli London captures the essence of a new wave of London style — wearable, unpretentious and alluring. The apparel can be worn dressed-up for a night out or dressed-down for yoga class. Lilli London features Charli and European designers.

3699 McKinney Ave., No. 103214.559.3935lillilondon.com

NEIMAN MARCUS DOWNTOWNWhen Neiman Marcus was founded in 1907, Dallas saloons outnumbered doctors, and the best hotel was $3 per night. From day one, the goal at Neiman Marcus was to showcase the finest merchandise in the world and to provide personal service that


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1618 Main St. 214.741.6911neimanmarcus.com

PEEPER’S AMERICAN EYEWEARSince 1976, Peeper’s has been offering the very finest in prescription eyewear and sunglasses in the Southwest. As shopping trends have changed, Peeper’s has stayed on the forefront of the latest in luxury eyewear. Today, Peeper’s is exclusively located in Highland Park Village, catering to the needs of those who wish to wear the absolute finest in eyewear.

64 Highland Park Village214.522.0352peepersdallas.com

Q CLOTHIERThis store specializes in the custom tailoring of suits, sport coats, slacks, topcoats, shirts and much more. All garments are constructed from the world’s finest fabrics, with suits built using hand-selected fabrics from prestigious mills such as Loro Piana, Holland & Sherry and Dormeuil.

85 Highland Park Village214.780.0555 qcustomclothier.com

SCOTT+COONERIn 1995, Lloyd Scott and Josy Cooner-Collins brought their architecture and design experience to the Southwest. Today, with over 20,000 square feet of showroom space, Scott+Cooner represents 70-plus lines of classic and contemporary furniture, modern lighting designs and incredible European kitchen systems.

1617 Hi Line Dr., Ste. 100214.748.9838scottcooner.com

STANLEY KORSHAKNamed one of the 50 most influential men’s stores in America by Women’s Wear Daily, the esteemed bible of the fashion business, Korshak is far more than a savvy men’s store, purveying the finest suits, sportswear, shoes and furnishings. It also carries the most in-demand women’s couture and designer sportswear and accessories. Discriminating brides-to-be should visit the bridal salon.

500 Crescent Ct., No. 100214.871.3600214.473.9700stanleykorshak.com

SUNGLASS HUTHead to Sunglass Hut to find the premier shopping and inspiration destination for the top brands, latest trends and exclusive styles of high-quality fashion and performance sunglasses.

3636 McKinney Ave., No. 110214.599.0357sunglasshut.com

TOMMY BAHAMAEnjoy the experience of Tommy Bahama while shopping for clothing, accessories, food, rum or home furnishings. From the beach to elegant evenings out on the town, Tommy Bahama’s subtle textures and refined finishes are carefully considered, meticulously crafted and infused with island life.

3699 McKinney Ave., No. 403214.219.8688tommybahama.com

WAREhausThis man-driven fashion haus focuses on building relationships and providing unique, cutting-edge pieces to Dallas. You’ll find yourself surrounded by a men’s collection gathered in one place for the first time anywhere.

3699 McKinney Ave., No. 501214.628.1493warehausdallas.com

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architect I.M. Pei’s masterpiece is home to the world-class Dallas Symphony Orchestra and also plays host to various music legends throughout the year.

2301 Flora St.214.670.3600dallassymphony.com

GENERAL ATTRACTIONS

DALLAS ARTS DISTRICT This rare gem encompassing 68 acres and 19 blocks is the centerpiece of Dallas’ cultural life. With arts venues such as the Dallas Museum of Art, the Nasher Sculpture Center and the Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center, this neighborhood is the Taj Mahal for art enthusiasts.

2200 Ross Ave., Ste. 4600E214.744.6642thedallasartsdistrict.org

DALLAS FARMERS MARKET One of the largest outdoor markets in America, this is where the locals go for the freshest produce grown right here in Texas. Also offering specialty and international products, the Dallas Farmers Market provides a unique shopping opportunity.

1010 S. Pearl Expy.214.939.2808dallasfarmersmarket.org

DALLAS WORLD AQUARIUM Situated near the historic West End District, this colorful aquarium is home to an array

COWBOYS STADIUMTake a tour of the eighth wonder of the world, the $1.15 billion Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, featuring the largest LED screen in existence.

900 E. Randol Mill Rd.Arlington, Texas817.892.4161dallascowboys.com

EISEMANN CENTERLocated in the Galatyn Park Urban Center in the heart of Richardson’s business and technology area, the Charles W. Eisemann Center is an important component of the cultural and corporate landscapes of the North Texas region and has been recognized as one of the leading performing arts facilities serving the Dallas/Fort Worth area.

2351 Performance Dr. Richardson, Texas972.744.4600eisemanncenter.com

MEYERSON SYMPHONY CENTER Elegantly fused into the surroundings of the Arts District, the Meyerson Center has become a landmark. Renowned

EVENT CENTERS

AMERICAN AIRLINES CENTERThe American Airlines Center has set a new standard for sports and entertainment. Home to the Dallas Mavericks and the Stars, it features 142 luxury suites and room for 20,000 fans. The AAC brings the hottest sports, concerts and family entertainment to town.

2500 Victory Ave. 214.222.3687americanairlinescenter.com

AT&T PERFORMING ARTS CENTER Showcasing hundreds of performances every year, with four spectacular venues and a 10-acre urban park, the center plays host to some of the most virtuosic artists and performers as well as premier touring productions.

2100 Ross Ave.214.954.9925attpac.org

THE BALLPARK IN ARLINGTONThis beautiful baseball-only facility serves as the centerpiece of a 270-acre complex. You can entertain your clients in one of the spacious, open-air suites or try your luck at a foul ball where the proximity of the fans to the action is among the closest in the major leagues.

1000 Ballpark Way Arlington, Texas 817.273.5222texasrangers.com

of vibrant marine life. A unique display of flora and fauna from five continents, 14 countries, three oceans and numerous seas and rivers offers a glimpse at some of nature’s most beautiful creatures.

1801 N. Griffin St.214.720.2224dwazoo.com

DALLAS ZOO Go on an urban safari just south of downtown Dallas and discover wildlife from around the world. The zoo is home to the only koalas in Texas, along with kangaroos, lorikeets and more from Down Under. The 11-acre Giants of the Savanna showcases elephants, lions, giraffes and other favorite African species.

650 S. R.L. Thornton Fwy.469.554.7500dallaszoo.com

FAIR PARK A national historic landmark and Texas favorite, Fair Park shows off the world’s largest collection of Art Deco buildings, art and sculpture.

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1462 1st Ave. 469.554.7340fairpark.org

MUSEUMS

AMON CARTER MUSEUM OF AMERICAN ARTThis museum houses one of the nation’s pre-eminent collections of American art, from early 19th-century expeditionary art to mid-20th-century modernism and contemporary photography. The museum is also home to nearly 400 works by Frederic Remington and Charles M. Russell, two great artists of the American West.

3501 Camp Bowie Blvd. Fort Worth, Texas817.738.1933cartermuseum.org

DALLAS MUSEUM OF ART Located in the Arts District, the museum features an outstanding collection of more than 24,000 works of art from around the world, from ancient to modern times.

1717 N. Harwood St.214.922.1200dallasmuseumofart.org

CROW COLLECTION OF ASIAN ARTThis 12,000-square-foot museum includes four light-filled galleries that house selections from the permanent collection including a widely acclaimed array of Chinese jade. The Crow also features touring exhibitions from Japan, India, China and Southeast Asia.

2010 Flora St. 214.979.6430crowcollection.org

GEORGE W. BUSH PRESIDENTIAL CENTER AND LIBRARYLocated on the picturesque campus of SMU, the Bush Center invites you to learn about President and Mrs. Bush and the American Presidency. Explore the interactive museum galleries, sit in the Oval Office, enjoy the Texas Rose Garden, eat lunch in the restaurant or café, shop in the Museum store and stroll through the 15-acre park filled with native Texas prairie grasses and wildflowers.

2943 SMU Blvd. 214.200.4300bushcenter.org

KIMBELL ART MUSEUMQuality is of the highest importance in the compilation of masterpieces that call the Kimbell home, including works by Cézanne, Matisse and Caravaggio, and collections of Egyptian, Near Eastern, Greek and Roman antiquities. Asian, pre-Colombian, Oceanic and African arts are also incorporated into the museum’s permanent exhibit.

3333 Camp Bowie Blvd.Fort Worth, Texas817.654.1034kimbellart.org

MEADOWS MUSEUMThe Meadows Museum is a resource of Southern Methodist University that serves a broad

international audience. The museum presents an exciting series of special exhibitions, public lectures, symposia and gallery talks featuring university professors, visiting scholars and artists.

5900 Bishop Blvd.214.768.2516meadowsmuseumdallas.org

NASHER SCULPTURE CENTERThe Nasher Sculpture Center features a regularly changing selection of works from the Raymond and Patsy Nasher Collection, including ethnographic and archaeological Latin American pieces and American modernist pieces in both its indoor galleries and outdoor sculpture garden.

2001 Flora St.214.242.5100nashersculpturecenter.org

MODERN ART MUSEUM FORT WORTHDesigned by Japanese architect Tadao Ando, The Modern maintains one of the foremost collections of postwar art in the central United States. You will find over 2,600 significant works of modern and contemporary international art housed in 53,000 square feet of gallery space at The Modern.

3200 Darnell St.Fort Worth, Texas817.738.9215themodern.org

PEROT MUSEUM OF NATURE AND SCIENCEOpened Dec. 1, 2012, The Perot Museum is the culmination of decades’ worth of work, bringing the forefront of nature and science education to Dallas. The 180,000-square-foot

facility extends beyond the typical museum experience, offering the young and the old the opportunity to explore new ideas through tangible, galvanic exhibits.

2201 N. Field St.214.428.5555perotmuseum.org

THE SIXTH FLOOR MUSEUM AT DEALEY PLAZASince 1989, The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza has welcomed more than 6 million visitors from around the world. Home to priceless documentary and photographic records, the museum offers self-guided tours providing an intimate view to those seeking information and understanding about the assassination of President John F. Kennedy.

411 Elm St.214.747.6660jfk.org


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THE CLIFFS RESORT Perfectly blended into the flow of the scenic West Texas terrain surrounding Possum Kingdom Lake, the resort capitalizes on the natural landscape to offer an unforgettable course. Don’t let the seemingly short 6,800-yard, par-71 course fool you, The Cliffs has been rated one of the toughest in Texas.

160 Cliffs Dr.Graford, Texas940.779.4040thecliffsresort.com

COWBOYS GOLF CLUB These fairways are sure to test your skill at the world’s first NFL-themed golf resort. Perfect for business travelers, corporate tournaments or special events, this golf experience is one of the best in the Lone Star State.

1600 Fairway Dr.Grapevine, Texas817.481.7277cowboysgolfclub.com

THE GOLF CLUB AT CASTLE HILLS Tucked neatly away in a quiet Lewisville neighborhood, Castle Hills flaunts an 18-hole championship course beautifully orchestrated through rolling terrain, streams, lakes and 60-foot elevation changes. Designed with both the tour-caliber player and novice golfer in mind, The Golf Club at Castle Hills is a course that all levels of players can truly enjoy.

699 Lady of the Lake Blvd.Lewisville, Texas972.899.7400castlehillsgolfclub.com

TEXAS STAR Texas Star provides golfers nationwide an opportunity to enjoy world-class golf, Texas-style. Located 10 minutes from DFW

Airport, this hidden jewel features bent grass greens with the right balance between nature and golf.

1400 Texas Star Pkwy. Euless, Texas 888.839.7827 817.685.7888texasstargolf.com

TOUR 18 DALLAS Easily Dallas’ most unique golf course, Tour 18 replicates some of the greatest golf holes in America and offers a rare opportunity to play each under carefully simulated conditions. Offering one fantastic challenge after another, Tour 18 creates a rare and memorable experience.

8718 Amen CornerFlower Mound, Texas817.430.2000tour18-dallas.com

THE TRIBUTE GOLF CLUB Honoring the birthplace of golf, the Tribute delivers a magnificent experience inspired by the celebrated courses at St. Andrews, Prestwick and Troon in Scotland. Whether you’re entertaining clients or planning a tournament, or if you want your regular foursome to experience golf in all its glorious tradition, you won’t want to miss the Tribute.

1000 Lebanon Rd.The Colony, Texas972.370.5465thetributegc.com

WESTIN STONEBRIAR RESORT Tom Fazio, designer of Pinehurst No. 8, Shadow Creek, The Quarry at La Quinta and other unique creations, adds another breathtaking 18-hole golf course to his name. Dramatic landforms, softly contoured greens and masterful bunkering make this championship course in Frisco a golfer’s oasis.

1549 Legacy Dr. Frisco, Texas972.668.8000westinstonebriar.com

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prosciutto, fig preserves, apples, toasted pine nuts and P’tit Basque cheese. Enjoy the fine cocktails and pocket-friendly wine list.

614 W. Davis St.214.943.1883bolsadallas.com

CANTINA LAREDOServing authentic Mexican in a sophisticated atmosphere, this spot offers delicious dishes complemented by signature sauces. Serving only the freshest fish, certified-Angus beef steaks and hand-rolled enchiladas, one can surely taste the difference. See website for more locations.

6025 Royal Ln. No. 250214.265.1610cantinalaredo.com

THE CAPITAL GRILLEA block from the Arts District, this restaurant offers works of art, like steaks dry-aged on-site. With an extensive wine list, Capital Grille surrounds diners with the very best. Rich African mahogany paneling and warm lighting set the tone for a comfortably elegant evening at this upscale spot.

500 Crescent Ct.214.303.0500

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cuisine have made it one of Dallas’ most romantic dining rooms.

4537 Cole Ave.214.559.0325adelmos.com

AL BIERNAT’SOffering upscale American cuisine, Al Biernat’s specializes in prime steaks and seafood. Enjoy a semi-casual atmosphere and an award-winning wine list featuring more than 650 selections from around the world.

4217 Oak Lawn Ave.214.219.2201albiernats.com

BABOUSHThis restaurant, born inside a traditional market in Marrakesh, embodies the market’s way of life. Named for Moroccan slippers, Baboush lets diners to slip into a Moroccan state of mind while dining on exotic small plates inside a sleek, vibrant space.

3636 McKinney Ave., #160214.599.0707baboushdallas.com

BOB’S STEAK & CHOP HOUSEThis noted steakhouse is consistently ranked as one of the top in the country. The experienced service and extensive wine list top off the best prime steak around. Come by and let the staff prove why they’re so proud of what they do at Bob’s.

4300 Lemmon Ave. 214.528.9446

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BOLSAThis cozy Dallas spot features a seasonal menu focusing on fresh and local ingredients. A bruschetta sampler features

III FORKSServing the ultimate in Texas-French cuisine, III Forks re-creates the grandiose lifestyle experienced by Texans who believed that fine dining was a perfect combination of great food, service, atmosphere and music. With over 25,000 square feet of elegant dining, III Forks can accommodate intimate parties as well as gatherings of up to 900.

17776 Dallas Pkwy.972.267.1776iiiforks.com

ABACUSThis eclectic Dallas restaurant pushes the envelope with its fusion cuisine. Legendary chef and owner Kent Rathbun offers world cuisine ranging from Thai, Spanish and Japanese to “homeboy” dishes like bacon and eggs.

4511 McKinney Ave.214.559.3111abacus-restaurant.com

ADELMO’S RISTORANTEVisit this quaint and cozy bistro filled with wonderful aromas and flavors of the Mediterranean. Adelmo’s intimate setting, personalized service and enticing

CENTRAL 214Located in Hotel Palomar, Central 214 is a favorite of locals and visitors alike. This warm and energetic restaurant features approachable, regional American cuisine highlighting rustic flavors.

5680 N. Central Expy.214.444.9339central214.com

CHAMBERLAIN’S STEAK & CHOP HOUSEOpen for almost 20 years, Chamberlain’s serves the finest steaks, seafood and prime rib in a traditional fine-dining atmosphere. Chef Chamberlain will dazzle your taste buds in a relaxing atmosphere sure to please, washing away the hustle and bustle of a busy lifestyle.

5330 Belt Line Rd.972.934.2467chamberlainsteakhouse.com

CINDI’S NEW YORK DELIEnjoy authentic New York and Southern-style favorites right here in North Texas at one of Cindi’s many locations. From reubens and matzo ball soup to pancakes, and chicken and dumplings, Cindi’s offers delicious breakfast and lunch selections, plus fresh bagels, breads and pastries. See website for more locations.

7522 Campbell Road, No. 117 972.248.0608cindisnydeli.com

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CITY CAFÉCome enjoy this exceptional white-tablecloth neighborhood bistro. The menu changes seasonally, but retains the relaxed New American–California character that has been the restaurant’s trademark since 1985. Impressing even distinguished chef Julia Child, City Café has been recognized in Texas Monthly, Food & Wine and Wine Spectator and received AAA’s Diamond Award.

5757 W. Lovers Ln., Suite 101214.351.2233thecitycafedallas.com

COOL RIVER CAFÉThis see-and-be-seen hotspot offers fine dining, a chic bar and an exquisite cigar lounge. Perfect for private parties and business meetings, Cool River offers the ultimate dining experience with excellent food and service in an upscale atmosphere.

1045 Hidden RidgeIrving, Texas 75038972.871.8881coolrivercafe.com

CROSSROADS DINERThis restaurant offers homestyle goodness combined with traditional diner fare and features great recipes, fresh ingredients, a comfortable environment and genuine hospitality.

8121 Walnut Hill Ln.214.346.3491 crossroads-diner.com

DALLAS CHOP HOUSEInnovating the American steakhouse experience, this restaurant features a modern approach toward classic steak-house recipes. With in-house dry-aging and flavor-filled recipes prepared by a top culinary team, it’s no wonder the Chop House is consistently ranked as one of the best steakhouses around.

1717 Main St. 214.736.7300 dallaschophouse.com

DALLAS FISH MARKETThe nationally acclaimed eatery in the heart of downtown Dallas features the best fresh seafood prepared in New American recipes. With an emphasis on seasonal and small catches from the best purveyors worldwide, it’s no wonder Dallas Fish Market has enjoyed national acclaim.

1501 Main St. 214.744.3474 dallasfishmarket.com

DRAGONFLYDiners here enjoy a collision of global cuisine in a playful, intimate atmosphere. Dragonfly offers fabulous views of the Dallas skyline. After dinner, stop by the Urban Oasis nightclub for

a nightcap and experience the best of Dallas nightlife.

2332 Leonard St.214.550.9500hotelzazadallas.com

DEL FRISCO’S DOUBLE EAGLE STEAK HOUSEDel Frisco’s Double Eagle Steak House planted its roots in Dallas over 20 years ago. The restaurant embodies the rich tradition of classic American steakhouses and adds the benefits of amazing guests, impeccable chef-driven cuisine, an award-winning wine list and unparalleled hospitality.

5251 Spring Valley Rd.972.490.9000 delfriscos.com

EDDIE V’SSetting the standard for fine dining, Eddie V’s features award-winning concepts that focus on the freshest seafood, delectable steaks, quality ingredients, exciting atmosphere and a staff that is dedicated to every detail.

4023 Oak Lawn Ave.214.890.1500eddiev.com

FEARING’S RESTAURANTChef Dean Fearing has created seven spectacular dining settings in one restaurant. Diners can sample Dean’s innovative menu, including Texas farm-to-market specialties and the restaurant’s gracious, attentive service in a succession of unique indoor and outdoor environments.

2121 McKinney Ave.214.922.0200 ritzcarlton.com

FERRARI’S ITALIAN VILLAOffering prime steaks, chops and fresh seafood accompanied by heartwarming entrées prepared from 100-year-old Sardinian family recipes, Ferrari’s gives every guest a taste of traditional Italian fare. Ferrari’s boasts two locations, private dining rooms, patios and even a full bocce-ball court.

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THE FRENCH ROOMNationally recognized and critically acclaimed, The French Room at The Adolphus Hotel features a menu rich in fresh seasonal ingredients and an award-winning wine list. It has garnered Gourmet’s top ranking as the best Dallas restaurant for three consecutive years.

1321 Commerce St.214.742.8200hoteladolphus.com

JAVIER’SStraying from the Tex-Mex concept that includes tacos and enchiladas, Javier’s focuses on a more realistic image of Mexico City dining. The low-lit dining room at Javier’s is replete with mounted game, large paintings and hanging plants. If you come searching for the traditional Tex-Mex restaurant, you will be disappointed, but if you come looking for a taste of the heart of Mexico, you’re at the right place!

4912 Cole Ave.214.521.4211javiers.net

KENICHIA modern restaurant and lounge Kenichi features contemporary Asian cuisine and world-class

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sushi. Kenichi’s upbeat, modern atmosphere makes it a great place for dinner, before a game, happy hour or after work.

2400 Victory Park Ln.214.871.8883kenichidallas.com

THE KITCHEN TABLEEnjoy authentic American cuisine in a casual setting at the Kitchen Table. Signature menu offerings include hand pies, coffee-rubbed short ribs and chicken-fried pot roast. The Kitchen Table also offers a lounge with a full-service bar and outdoor patio with fire pits.

400 N. Olive St.214.922.8000sheratondallashotel.com

THE LANDMARK RESTAURANTThe Warwick Melrose Hotel culinary team has been honored with the AAA Four Diamond award, the prestigious DiRoNA award and the Wine Spectator award. The Landmark offers favorites including pancakes, French toast, eggs Benedict and Dallas-style specialties for brunch.

3015 Oak Lawn Ave.214.224.3152landmarkrestodallas.com

LARK ON THE PARKLark on the Park is a new contemporary, urban restaurant located on the edge of Klyde Warren Park in downtown Dallas. Lark introduces two new exciting

chefs, Melody Bishop and Dennis Kelley, and features seasonal cuisine with a global influence. Illustrators are heavily featured on chalkboards throughout.

2015 Woodall Rodgers Fwy.214.855.5275larkonthepark.com

LE MÉRIDIEN RESTAURANTNestled in the heart of Dallas’ famous Galleria area, Le Méridien Restaurant offers fine dining with eclectic cuisine featuring fresh ingredients. Stroll down to the contemporary bar for a nightcap with friends.

13402 Noel Rd.972.503.8700starwoodhotels.com/lemeridien

MANSION RESTAURANTOffering fine cuisine for over 20 years, the Mansion has remained one of Dallas’s biggest and best splurges. The Mansion’s talented culinary team offers guests one of the most inviting, approachable and valuable dining experiences in Texas.

2821 Turtle Creek Blvd.214.443.4747mansiononturtlecreek.com

MEDDLESOME MOTHA great bar with great food, this gastropub offers a full bar and features 40 draft beers with a few live ales and at least 75 bottles to help round out the selection of the city’s best beer menu.


MI COCINAThe M Crowd’s first Mexican food concept started in 1991 and has become a Dallas classic. From famous, homemade salsa to mouthwatering, hand-dipped

enchiladas, you can taste the freshness and quality in every bite served by a family of friendly and professional staff.

3699 McKinney Ave., No. 200469.533.5663mcrowd.com

MORTON’S THE STEAKHOUSEMorton’s The Steakhouse in Uptown combines generous portions of high-quality food prepared to exacting standards with exceptional service in an enjoyable dining environment.

2222 McKinney Ave.214.741.2277mortons.com

NOBUThe dining room of Nobu’s Dallas outpost recalls the New York City location of Nobu but adds a touch of Texas charm. Nobu Dallas can be your destination for dinner in the dining room or at the bar, drinks in the bar lounge or a private function in the skylight room.

400 Crescent Ct.214.252.7000noburestaurants.com/dallas

PALM RESTAURANTThe Palm’s doors have been open in Dallas since 1984. The restaurant has remained quintessentially Palm and quintessentially Dallas. From the caricatures on the wall of famous Palm regulars and Dallas Cowboy greats, you cannot find a better combination of smooth New York steakhouse style and Dallas charm.

701 Ross Ave.214.698.0470thepalm.com

PICCOLO MONDOEstablished 25 years ago, Piccolo Mondo has become one of the most popular and famous Italian restaurants in the Metroplex. This Mid-Cities location features a beautiful piano bar, a banquet room and a delicious menu.

829 E. Lamar Blvd.Arlington, Texas817.265.9174piccolomondo.com

POP DINERStep into an ’80s diner and bar inspired by pop culture, pop music and pop art! With a unique mix of true diner food, creative beverages, atmosphere and service, Pop Diner stands out in Dallas’ restaurant landscape. The menu, influenced by pop culture, has a large variety of traditional and contemporary favorites prepared to order.

3600 McKinney Ave., No. 150214.599.8980popdinerusa.com PYRAMID RESTAURANT & BARThe Fairmont Hotel’s Pyramid sports sleek contemporary decor and an exciting menu. The culinary philosophy draws inspiration from local purveyors and emphasizes fresh, local ingredients in an effort to minimize its carbon footprint and support the local economy.

1717 N. Akard St.214.720.5249pyramidrestaurant.com

RUTH’S CHRIS STEAK HOUSEThis well-known Dallas steakhouse provides guests with a warm, comfortable atmosphere and some of the best steak in the country. Whether it’s dinner for two, a business meeting, or a private party, Ruth’s Chris can accommodate your needs.

17840 Dallas Pkwy.972.250.2244ruthschris.com

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SMOKEThis restaurant pays homage to an old-fashioned smokehouse, with cooking from scratch and authentic Southern flavors. Employing time-honored cooking techniques and a commitment to local ingredients, Smoke offers down-home cooking done right.

901 Fort Worth Ave.214.393.2300smokerestaurant.com

SAINT ANN RESTAURANTWith the largest garden patio in Dallas, St. Ann Restaurant is located in the Harwood district. The historic St. Ann’s School was converted into a restaurant and bar surrounded by art.

2501 N. Harwood St.214.782.9807saintanndallas.com

TACO DINERThe M Crowd’s second Mexican food concept, Taco Diner, focuses

on the bold flavors found in traditional Mexico City taquerias. With an emphasis on fresh fish, salads and classic tacos, Taco Diner presents a lighter approach to Mexican cooking in a fun, high-energy atmosphere.

3669 McKinney Ave., No. 307214.521.3669mcrowd.com

TILLMAN’S ROADHOUSETillman’s is a place for really good food, drinks and music in a fun, casual, come-as-you-are environment. An update on the classic Texas roadhouse, Tillman’s offers regional menu favorites, familiar tunes and genuine Southern hospitality, all energized with a modern twist.

324 W. 7th St.214.942.0988tillmansroadhouse.com

T/X RESTAURANT Step into T/X Restaurant for innovative dishes that showcase fare with a Texas twist. T/X offers guests cuisine built around radiant flavors, colors and textures, perfectly in tune with Dallas’ fashionable and timeless style.

2927 Maple Ave.214.871.7111lemeridiendallasstoneleigh.com

exclusively prime steakhouses in America. Silver Fox also features ocean favorites such as Atlantic salmon, jumbo sautéed scallops and succulent lobster tail.

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Long considered one of the finest restaurants in Dallas, City Café for twenty seven years has served its revered Dallas customers and visitors from other great American cities as well as clients from around the world with the finest foods, wines, and outstanding personalized service. The style is New American Cuisine with fusion touches from various ethnic cultures including Asian, Italian, French, Mexican and others.

Chef Mario Flores, head chef for ten years, and his professional staff present creative food with impeccable service in a wonderful setting. Chef Mario has spent over eighteen years in high quality cuisine kitchens gaining invaluable experience with the Morton Meyerson Symphony Center restaurants, the Dallas Petroleum Club and Lakewood Country Club in Dallas.

City Café ambiance is light and airy with an intimate neighborhood atmosphere and casually elegant decor which presents a great setting for romantic dinners, business engagements and perfect for food and conversation with good friends. Well-known Dallas host, Karim Alaoui, greets guests with his signature warmth and professionalism. Servers are very knowledgeable and friendly, adding to the charm of the cozy dining room.

The New American dishes are fresh, well-balanced and bright with interesting use of texture in nearly everything and at reasonable prices sensitive to the customers’ complete dining satisfaction. Menu items, from appetizers, salads, soups, entrees, and desserts, to steak, fish, and filet of sole are prepared to perfection to please any palate.

For twenty-five years City Café has received recognition and awards honoring it as one of the finest dining experiences in north Texas. Impressing even distinguished American chef Julia Child, for over two decades City Café has been widely recognized in Texas Monthly, food & Wine Magazine, Zagat, Wine Spectator, D Magazine and was also recipient of AAA’s “Diamond Award.”

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Former President George W. Bush took out time this past Memorial Day to honor those who serve our country — all the while atop a rugged mountain bike careening over hills and through prairies. Fourteen members of the armed forces wounded in Afghanistan and Iraq joined the former president in the three-day, 100-kilometer trek through his 1,500-acre Crawford

ranch. The ride didn’t just honor their service but showcased the strength and resiliency so many veterans must demonstrate upon returning home. None of the wounded vets let physical challenges impede their rides — nor did the trail’s steep climbs, deep valleys or difficult ravines prove too difficult to cross.

Former President Bush has made the quality of life of veterans an important tenet of his post-presidency days, going so far as to create a Military Service Initiative within his newly opened George W. Bush Presidential Center. The

initiative’s work features Team 43 Sports, which sponsored the W100K Memorial Day bike ride, and the Wounded Warrior Open golf tournament, each calling attention to the challenges faced by wounded veterans. The events spotlight organizations dedicated to supporting veterans — the 2013 W100k highlighted the work of the Combat Wounded Veteran Challenge, Navy SEAL Foundation and Team 4Mil.

The Bush Center continues this effort to support America’s veterans with another program, Circles of Excellence, which utilizes experts in evaluating

the work of charities, nonprofits and other groups that assist veterans, and then identifying and promoting best practices. The center’s first effort focuses on the issue of employment for the nation’s 22 million veterans who have returned to civilian life, a problem the center found to be one of the most pressing facing veterans. The initiative will also focus on housing, education, families, health care and women’s issues.

Wounded veterans overcome every challenge to join President Bush on a 100-kilometer ride through his ranch.

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Native Dallasite Catherine Adcock is the executive editor of Dallas Hotel Magazine. If you have a Dallas experience or story to share, we would be pleased to read it and consider printing it in our magazine. Email your story to our publisher, Pete Northway, at [email protected].

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With more amenities than you can imagine, Fiori is more than a place to live – it’s an opportunity to design your new lifestyle. We invite you to visit and make yourself at home.

3990 Vitruvian Way | Addison, TX 75001 | 877-693-2023

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LUXURYapartment living has arrived

TOUR OUR MODEL HOMESGET A FREE MONTH OF RENTTour before 8/15/13 and receive a free month with year lease.

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Dallas Hotel Magazine - Summer 2013