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Monticello West Promotes Michael Basha to Executive Director
Monticello West, a senior living community located in the Park Cities, has promoted Michael Basha as executive director.
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‘Ice Cream Perfected’
A traditional Indian dessert recipe passed down through generations has spread from a Preston Hollow family’s kitchen to stores nationwide.
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The Root of All Irresponsibility?
The impact of the pandemic upon college students who work to pay for education expenses is going to present some tricky choices and temptations.
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‘Asbury Bear’ Mural No More
After back-and-forth between the city of University Park and New York Sub owner Andrew Kelley on the issue, the cartoon bear mural known as the Asbury Bear mural is no more.
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The Charles is Getting a Sister
The Charles restaurant ownership group, Duro Hospitality, announced today that its first venture outside of the Design District will open later this month.
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Labor Shortage Affecting Rideshare Industry
As more people get vaccinated against COVID-19 and resume traveling, many may have noticed it’s harder and more expensive to book flights and rental cars.
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Out and About
Dakota’s ‘One of the Best Dining Experiences of the Year’
The big food news of the week is the reopening of Dakota's steakhouse.
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New Restaurant Coming To Mockingbird Station
American eatery The Finch will take over the former home of Café Express in Mockingbird Station.
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FBI Dallas Presents 2020 Award to Hillwood
FBI Dallas Special Agent in Charge Matthew DeSarno announced the selection of Hillwood, a Perot Company, as the Dallas Division’s recipient of the 2020 FBI Director’s Community Leadership Award.
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Okerblom Offers Maternity-Focused Photography
Clients call Jayme Okerblom of Miette Photography a “baby whisperer.”
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Comings and Goings
The Australian luxury fashion brand is known for vibrant prints and, of course, swimwear. The new boutique on the mall’s first floor is the brand’s third in the U.S. — after Miami and Costa Mesa, California.
Herb’s House Coffee + Company Debuts Coffee Truck
Herb’s House Coffee + Company debuted the ‘Herbster,’ a coffee truck fashioned from a remodeled vintage 1967 Citroen HY van, this summer.
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Chae Marsh Launches Kickstarter for Company Ring-Along
Marsh, a Park Cities mom, launched the Kickstarter for her company Ring-Along last week. The campaign will end Sept. 25.
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A Shot in the Arm for Small Business Advertising Would Boost Local Economies
A little-noticed initiative by Sen. Maria Cantwell, D-Washington, and six other senators would boost local jobs, accelerate sales and improve economies. The Local Journalism Sustainability Act, S. 2434, is designed to help local news media support their newsgathering missions.
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Savor Pâtisserie, Howdy Homemade Earn H-E-B Honors
After tastings, intense deliberations, and review of everything from books, beignets, and bottled water, to syrups, sausage and seasonings, two local businesses took home honors in the 2021 H-E-B’s Quest for Texas Best.
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Neuhaus Café: From The Kid in the Candy Shop
Mervyn Sacher’s eyes twinkle when he talks about his early career as a candy buyer for a large department store he calls “the Walmart of South Africa.”
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Trinity Hall Irish Pub Closes in Mockingbird Station
Trinity Hall Irish Pub “pulled the classic Irish Goodbye” and closed after 20 years in Mockingbird Station.
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Planet Lincoln Dallas Love Field Celebrates Grand Opening
The new Planet Lincoln Dallas Love Field location kicked off its opening with a delayed celebration on Aug. 24.
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Local Favorites In H-E-B Quest For Texas Best Competition
Howdy Homemade ice cream, Savor Pâtisserie, and Park Lane Pantry are among the top 20 contestants in the H-E-B 2021 Quest for Texas Best contest.
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Comings and Goings
See what restaurants and shopping is on its way to Park Cities and Preston Hollow, and which businesses moved or left in this month's Comings and Goings.
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