Monthly Archives: December 2020

by | December 10, 2020 · 3:35 pm

The Best Beer Gardens To Visit In DFW

By Carmen Dexter

Meeting up with friends is best done outdoors these days. Lucky for us, DFW has some great spots to choose from. No matter where you are in the Metroplex, there’s a beer garden just waiting for you to raise a glass.

Katy Trail Ice House

Check out the more than 50 beers on tap at the Katy Trail Ice House, located in the heart of Dallas on the Katy Trail. The patio has picnic tables for seating and plenty of room to roam. The beer garden holds hundreds of people, even with some seating removed for social distancing. Watch joggers and cyclists go by as you enjoy the burgers and barbecue on the menu.  

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by | December 10, 2020 · 12:18 pm

Hot Chicks Flies Into Plano

The inclusive fast-casual restaurant that uniquely offers Halal, dairy and peanut free chicken is “coming in hot” to Plano on Monday, December 14th. To celebrate its soft opening, Hot Chicks will be giving away free meals to the first 25 customers on opening day. Additionally, the restaurant will celebrate a grand opening in early 2021 with a chance to win a trip to Nashville.

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by | December 9, 2020 · 1:31 pm

6 Reasons You Need a Coffee Subscription for Your Office

It has been proven that improving the quality of the workplace increases the overall productivity and happiness of employees. Simply providing amenities and features in the office can make a big difference. One of the simplest ways to do this is to provide a coffee machine that will surely give them the boost they need in the mornings or sleepy afternoons. To ensure that there is constant supply, a coffee subscription is ideal for readily available coffee and maintenance. There are 6 reasons why this is a feature you should include for your office.

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by | December 9, 2020 · 12:14 pm

Mavs Host Cookies with Santa at Ferris Wheelers Dec 10th

Tomorrow, Thursday, December 10th, the Dallas Mavericks will host Cookies with Santa, presented by Jefferson Dental & Orthodontics, as part of the Mavs Care Season of Giving. More than 20 preschool children facing homelessness from Vogel Alcove will attend the outdoor event and will be greeted by the Mavs ManiAACs and Champ, along with a special virtual visit by several Mavs players through a pre-recorded video.

The children will play games, make holiday crafts and listen to “‘Twas the Night Before Christmas” from the afternoon’s VIP guest, Santa. Each child will take home goodies from Jefferson Dental & Orthodontics along with holiday cookies and a bag full of presents and necessities from the Dallas Mavericks to enjoy this holiday season.

WHAT: Cookies with Santa, presented by Jefferson Dental & Orthodontics
WHEN: Tomorrow, Thursday, December 10th | 3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
WHERE: Ferris Wheelers Backyard & BBQ | 1950 Market Center Blvd, Dallas, TX 75207

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by | December 8, 2020 · 3:30 pm

‘Father of Southwestern Cuisine’ Dean Fearing consulted with Enam Chowdhury on hotel’s signature Sky Creek Kitchen + Bar

Delta Hotels by Marriott Dallas Southlake officially opened Nov. 27 – just in time to celebrate the holiday season. The eagerly anticipated hotel is at the intersection of State Highway 114 and White Chapel Boulevard in Southlake.

Celebrity chef and iconic restaurateur Dean Fearing collaborated on developing and designing the hotel’s signature Sky Creek Kitchen + Bar, which features an elevated Southwestern cuisine and exceptional craft beverages. This includes Fearing’s influences on restaurant menus, brunches, weddings and special events. Enam Chowdhury is Executive Chef and Director of Food and Beverage. Alongside Chowdhury is Chef de Cuisine Jose Soto, most recently the Sous Chef for Fearing’s Restaurant at The Ritz Carlton Dallas. Nick Bray is the Restaurant and Bar Manager.

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by | December 8, 2020 · 11:14 am

New Slider Concept – Son of a Butcher – Makes Stand-Alone Debut in Lower Greenville

The creative minds behind the creation of Velvet Taco – the highly successful, trend-setting taco concept – are back. This time, it’s to change the world one slider at a time with their latest concept – Son of a Butcher (SoB). 

Front Burner Restaurants’ executives Randy Dewitt and Jack Gibbons have partnered with the original Velvet Taco operations team, including Vice President of Operations Brian Watkins, to reimagine the burger category and give fans a nostalgic slider spot that serves up quintessential American classics. Dallas-based Global Hospitality Design specialists Harrison, who is also actively supporting the growth of the Velvet Taco brand, worked with Front Burner on the development of the design concept.

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by | December 8, 2020 · 8:01 am

Having Fun on Campus | Amazing Entertainment Ideas for Students

Whether you reside within the commute campus, events have a major role to play in your overall college experience. By its very nature, college tends to be hectic, with tons of assignments and numerous commitments. Every once in a while, you will need to unwind after a long week. Not only do events offer an avenue for fun, but they also allow students to interact and create social networks that can be useful after graduation.

One of the common complaints from college students is that they are exhausted by the numerous assignments and projects and have run out of fun college ideas. They feel that they have explored all the available options or entertainment. We insist that college life does not always have to be boring, even if you are operating within a tight budget. This is why we have compiled this list of amazing ideas for fun activities in college.

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by | December 7, 2020 · 2:31 pm

Nikky Phinyawatana is hosting a virtual “Escape to Thailand”

Asian Mint and award-winning Chef/Owner Nikky Phinyawatana is hosting a virtual “Escape to Thailand” to celebrate the holidays like Nikky used to in Bangkok, Thailand with a cooking class featuring holiday recipes and stories from Nikky on Wednesday, December 16 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.  Since so many people can’t travel this holiday season, Nikky hopes to transport her guests to Thailand to give the feel of a New Year getaway! Nikky will teach participants how to make some of her favorite Thai holiday recipes including Tom Yum/Tom Kha Soup and Pad Thai with Nikky’s special sauce and easy recipes. These soups are soul-comforting and staples in Thai cuisine. 

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