Corned Beef Hash Poutine for St Patrick’s Day? Yes, Please!

At Maple Leaf Diner, St. Patrick’s Day is marked the way a diner should mark it—through the kitchen. From March 14 through March 22, the restaurant is offering a short lineup of Irish-inspired specials built around one returning favorite.

The centerpiece is the Irish Corned Beef Poutine, a limited-time dish that has developed a loyal following. Crisp fries are topped with tender corned beef and rich gravy, creating a hearty plate that fits somewhere between diner comfort food and pub fare. It’s offered in two sizes, priced at $15.99 and $19.99.

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Retro Movie Review: The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance (1962)

The street is quiet in the uneasy way only a frontier town can be. Lamps glow faintly through the windows of Shinbone’s storefronts, and the townspeople line the boardwalk in tense silence. In the center of the dirt street stands a thin young lawyer clutching a revolver he barely knows how to use. Across from him, lounging with casual cruelty, is a man who lives for moments like this. Liberty Valance flicks his whip against his boot and smiles. The lawyer’s hands tremble. Someone whispers a prayer. Then the gunfire cracks through the night, echoing down the empty street as a legend is born.

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Making St Patrick Cocktails with Tullamore DEW

St. Patrick’s Day is often associated with pints of stout and straightforward whiskey pours, but Irish whiskey also happens to be one of the most versatile cocktail spirits behind the bar. With its gentle spice, soft fruit notes, and easy balance, Tullamore D.E.W. lends itself beautifully to drinks that feel a little unexpected while still being simple enough to mix at home. The key is letting the whiskey remain the star while building flavors around it that highlight its smooth character.

The first cocktail leans bright and refreshing. The Emerald Orchard plays off the apple and vanilla notes naturally present in Irish whiskey, creating something crisp and lively that works perfectly for an afternoon celebration.

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Where to Find Corned Beef and Cabbage This Weekend

Every March, Dallas develops a healthy appetite for one particular dish: corned beef and cabbage. St. Patrick’s Day may bring parades, pints, and plenty of green attire, but for many diners the holiday still centers on that comforting plate of slow-cooked brisket, tender cabbage, and potatoes. Fortunately, Dallas has a handful of pubs that treat the dish with the respect it deserves.

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Celebrate Pi Day (Pie Day) with the Best Pies in the DFW Area

Every year on March 14th, the world celebrates Pi Day—an occasion dedicated to the mathematical constant pi (π), the ratio of a circle’s circumference to its diameter. But let’s be honest: for many of us, Pi Day is really an excuse to indulge in some delicious pie. And in the Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) area, there’s no shortage of mouthwatering pies to enjoy, whether you’re a fan of classic fruit fillings, decadent creams, or savory pies.

This Pi Day, treat yourself to the best pies in DFW and support local bakeries that are serving up some of the most iconic pies in the area. Here are some top picks that will make your Pi Day celebration unforgettable:

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Opera’s Greatest Characters: Violetta Valéry From La Traviata

Lisetta Oropesa – Met Opera

Violetta Valéry is the emotional center of La Traviata, and one of opera’s most human characters. At first glance she seems to have everything: wealth, beauty, and a glamorous social life in Paris. But Violetta is also a courtesan—admired in public, judged in private—and she understands that the world she lives in offers comfort without respect. On top of that, she is quietly dying of tuberculosis, a fact that gives her story a constant sense of urgency.

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Kent Rathbun to Headline Exclusive Dining Experience

Hotel Crescent Court has officially unveiled that the next culinary icon to be featured in its Celebrity Chef Series will be none other than Dallas legend, Kent Rathbun:

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San Antonio Fiesta at Hotel Emma

San Antonio comes alive each spring with Fiesta, a citywide celebration that rivals the spectacle of Mardi Gras. Running from April 16–26, 2026, Fiesta honors the heroes of the Alamo while showcasing the city’s vibrant culture, culinary scene, and artistic spirit. Streets are transformed with colorful parades, live music, and food-focused events, and attendees have long embraced the tradition of collecting commemorative medals. These medals, distributed by participating organizations, have evolved into a unique fundraising practice, making Fiesta the largest single-source fundraiser for nonprofit organizations in San Antonio and cementing its role as both a cultural and philanthropic institution.

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