Katy Trail Ice House to Open Allen Outpost

Katy Trail Ice House has long been a fixture of North Texas social life, a place where the lines between neighborhood hangout, beer garden, and casual restaurant blur in the best possible way. The original Uptown Dallas location set the tone years ago with its expansive patio, picnic-table seating, and come-as-you-are energy. From early afternoons to late evenings, it’s the kind of spot where cyclists stop in for a cold beer, office crowds gather after work, and weekends stretch comfortably into long, sun-soaked hours.

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Meow Wolf Grapevine Wins International Award for New Bar

Inside Grapevine Mills, Meow Wolf Grapevine’s The Real Unreal has quickly established itself as one of North Texas’ most imaginative cultural attractions. The immersive installation—part art exhibition, part narrative playground—has earned national recognition and multiple awards for its inventive storytelling and boundary-pushing design. Guests don’t just view the art; they explore it, uncovering hidden rooms, layered storylines, and unexpected moments around every corner.

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Texas Rodeo Season Is Approaching: Here’s Where to Stay

Rodeo season in Texas is not a single event—it’s a statewide rhythm that stretches from late winter into early spring, rooted in agriculture, competition, and community pride. While each city puts its own stamp on the tradition, the common thread is scale: massive arenas, nationally ranked competitors, chart-topping concert lineups, and crowds that turn rodeo weeks into something closer to a civic festival than a sporting event.

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Crawfish Season in Dallas: How Tasty Tails Does It the New Orleans Way

As crawfish season heats up across North Texas, Tasty Tails is once again reminding Dallas diners why its New Orleans–style boils have earned a loyal following. Now approaching its sixth year in Addison, the family-owned restaurant has remained a constant along Belt Line Road by staying true to what it does best: authentic Cajun cooking rooted in tradition. The menu reflects the dishes the owners grew up with—shrimp po’boys, boiled crawfish, Cajun chicken wings, and the ever-popular Mom’s gumbo.

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Nuri Steakhouse Wine Education with the Master’s Pour Series

Nuri Steakhouse continues to set the standard for wine education in Dallas with its Master’s Pour Series, a monthly tasting program guided by Master Sommelier Barbara Werley. Designed for a limited number of guests, the series offers an intimate and immersive setting to explore Nuri’s celebrated wine cellar, paired with professional insight and guided discussion.

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Swiss Pastry Shop: A Fort Worth Treasure

For more than five decades, Swiss Pastry Shop has been a fixture on Fort Worth’s West Vickery Boulevard. What began in 1973 as the dream of Swiss-born baker Hans Muller has grown into a cherished neighborhood institution under the care of his son, Hans Peter Muller, who continues to honor and evolve the family legacy with quiet dedication and precision.

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The Elmore Hotel for Grapevine Valentine Get-a-Way

Set in the heart of Southlake, The Elmore Hotel, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s Tribute Portfolio, offers a distinctive blend of Southern hospitality and modern refinement. Designed as an independent, character-driven property, the 175-room hotel balances thoughtful luxury with a sense of place, making it as appealing for a weekend escape as it is for a special occasion close to home.

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One of the Best Latin Markets in Dallas: Brazil Latino Market

In a quiet shopping center along Frankford Road, Brazil Latino Market offers far more than a grocery run. It is a flavorful crossroads where Brazilian tradition, Latin comfort, and everyday community life meet—anchored by food that feels both soulful and generous.

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