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Changing Traditions: Graduate Looks Back on Hockaday Commencement
Throughout my 14 years as a Hockadaisy, I had always dreamed of my graduation day.
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Farmers Market Stroll Inspires Zesty Summer Cake
Summer is here, and with it, my craving for vibrant flavors that mirror the bounty found in farmers’ markets and grocery stores.
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Oui Shall Celebrate Bastille Day in Dallas!
Here are a few top picks for celebrating Bastille Day, the French National Celebration.
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Celebrate July Fourth, But Don’t Take Freedoms for Granted
"As we gather to celebrate Independence Day, it’s a good time to reflect on how our most fundamental freedoms have served this nation well."
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Al Biernat’s Launches New Menu
It’s not every day that a restaurant as beloved and iconic as Al Biernat’s announces significant changes to its menu, but that day has arrived.
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No Kids Allowed
Summer is fast approaching, and families all over the country are planning beach getaways with the kiddos. My advice: leave them at home.
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More Than the Alamo and Enchiladas
Enjoy expansive views, explore these fresh finds on your next San Antonio trek.
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Peggy Sue’s Market Serves Up Legendary BBQ
It’s been a while since there has been a barbecue restaurant on the SMU side of town.
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Kitchen Aid: Two Local Men Help Ukrainian Refugees
Wade Nicolas, a Highland Park grad and dad of two Highland Park grads, likes to fish, bird hunt, and travel. The semi-retired tech guy had been preparing for a nine-day solo backpacking trip in Patagonia. Then Russia invaded Ukraine.
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Comings and Goings
The Tex-Mex eatery with a delivery and takeout focus recently opened a Preston Hollow location at Preston-Forest.
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The Tennis Syndicate
In North Texas, female tennis lovers play in a league known as Tennis Competitors of Dallas (TCD).
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Local Restaurants Give Back
Two local restaurants have partnered with nonprofits to help and serve others. Now’s a great time to visit Terry Black’s and Salad & Go because they are partnering with two different service agencies to help their clients.
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License to Learn: Georgetown University Offers Spy Class
Have you ever dreamed of becoming a spy? Going undercover to solve a mystery? Living a secret, double life? That dream is not as far out of reach as you may think.
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No Shortcuts for Le Gourmet Baking
I was first introduced to Becky Nelson’s Le Gourmet Baking when she delivered box lunches to my book club. The lunches were good and all, but the shortbread cookies were the real draw, and I recall hovering around the no-carb-or-sugar members for their unwanted shortbread.
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Things My Mother Taught Me
Over the years I’ve interviewed many chefs and restauranteurs and there’s a theme that keeps popping up – mothers, grandmothers, and mother figures being the inspiration, teacher, cheerleader, and guiding light in their culinary journeys. For Mother’s Day, I asked local culinarians to tell me the things their mothers taught them.
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The Mexican Adorns The Design District
What is surely one of the most beautiful restaurants to open recently, The Mexican is elevated and luxurious on every level. From the setting to the service and, of course, the food, it is Esplendído.
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From Finland With Love
As our kids age and start their own lives, we’ve decided we need a bigger pool of playmates.
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Chef Nikky Wants to Take Over Your Kitchen
Nikky Phinyawatana, Chef/Owner of Asian Mint, is on a mission to Thai-ify kitchens throughout Preston Hollow and the Park Cities. The Hockaday grad launched a line of Thai seasonings and sauces and is using them as tools to broaden the culinary horizons of home cooks.