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by | January 8, 2025 · 2:34 pm

Mahjong’s Modern Revival at Dallas’ Newest Luxury Gem, Hôtel Swexan

As more people in their 20s and 30s seek meaningful, offline connections, classic games like chess, backgammon, and mahjong are making a quiet comeback. Just in time for Lunar New Year on January 29th, Hôtel Swexan is embracing this renewed interest with The Mahjong Line, offering a fresh take on the game. Hosted in Babou’s Library, a warm and inviting space designed for connection, the event invites guests to step away from the digital world and enjoy the experience of learning and playing mahjong in a setting of understated elegance.

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by | January 8, 2025 · 1:06 pm

The Crescent Hotel Fort Worth Announces Exclusive Programming for the 2025 Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo

As the Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo ignites the city from January 17 to February 8, 2025, The Crescent Hotel Fort Worth—named the #1 Hotel in Texas by Condé Nast Traveler—offers a sophisticated celebration of Texas traditions. Located steps from Dickies Arena, The Crescent Hotel merges the charm of cowboy culture with modern elegance, providing a rodeo season filled with exclusive events and experiences for all.

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by | January 8, 2025 · 11:30 am

Chef Kenny Bowers to host first ever art show benefiting St. Jude.

While it is understood for chefs to be lauded for their creative acumen, in the case of chef Kenny Bowers, the title of artist is one he is striving for with countless hours of work in front of a canvas. Bowers plans to host an art show sharing his work with fans from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 1 at Kenny’s Italian Kitchen, located at 5100 Belt Line Road in Addison’s Village on the Parkway. 100% of sales at the event will be directly donated to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

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by | January 8, 2025 · 11:22 am

18th Annual Seats for Soldiers Night

American Airlines, the Dallas Mavericks, and Nick & Sam’s Steakhouse are proud to collaborate for the 18th annual Seats for Soldiers, a unique event dedicated to honoring our nation’s heroes. Over 100 wounded, ill, and injured service members from Brooke Army Medical Center in San Antonio will be treated to an unforgettable day of appreciation, including a gourmet dinner and courtside seats to watch the Dallas Mavericks face the Portland Trail Blazers on January 9 at the American Airlines Center.

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by | January 7, 2025 · 2:11 pm

Retro Film Review: A Clockwork Orange

Stanley Kubrick’s A Clockwork Orange isn’t a film one watches; it’s a film one endures, debates, and ultimately can’t forget. Based on Anthony Burgess’s novel, this 1971 cinematic masterpiece is a visceral, polarizing examination of morality, free will, and the disturbing intersections between them. Equal parts satire and social horror, A Clockwork Orange thrives on its ability to provoke and unsettle. It’s not for the faint of heart, nor for those who like their art neatly packaged and palatable.

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by | January 6, 2025 · 6:02 pm

Texas Czech Stop: The Heart of Kolache Country

In the small town of West, Texas, the Czech Stop is more than just a roadside bakery — it’s a delicious destination, a cultural institution, and a legend among those who’ve cruised I-35 between Dallas and Austin. If you’ve ever wondered what makes kolaches worth pulling off the highway for, this is your stop (and yes, they’re worth it).

Kolaches, soft, pillowy pastries filled with sweet or savory delights, are the edible love child of Czech immigrants and Texas hospitality. When the Czechs settled in Texas in the 19th century, they brought their recipes for these flavorful treats. Over the years, the pastries were embraced and adapted by Texans, leading to the savory spin-offs like sausage-filled klobasniky (yes, technically not kolaches, but we’ll let it slide for now).

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by | January 6, 2025 · 4:36 pm

Discover the Opulence that is The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection

The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection introduced its second vessel, the Ilma late 2024. Unlike traditional cruise ships, the company refers to its vessels as “yachts,” underscoring their focus on exclusivity and luxury. This 456-passenger super-yacht, a larger sibling to the 298-passenger Evrima, boasts 228 suites, each equipped with private balconies. Enhancements over its predecessor include a second pool deck and an additional restaurant, offering guests an elevated onboard experience.

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by | January 6, 2025 · 2:07 pm

Snack Food Trends of 2025

As we gaze into our crystal ball of food trends likely to happen in 2025 it’s easy to spot the natural order of things to come with the evolution of products coming out to the marketplace. Let’s take a peek at those things that are sure to be inevitable, and we base this on recent food shows that have already invited markets to stock up on these trends.

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