Goodwin’s has firmly established itself as one of Greenville Avenue’s most dependable dining destinations, offering East Dallas a restaurant that balances style, substance, and approachability. Its mid-century–inspired interior—warm woods, muted lighting, and comfortable booths—creates an inviting atmosphere for a casual weeknight, a long date night, or a gathering at the bar. The energy of the space is lively without overwhelming, allowing the food to remain the clear focus.
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This Valentine’s Day, Truluck’s offers a refined and romantic setting for couples seeking a truly memorable evening. A Dallas special-occasion institution for more than 25 years, Truluck’s is renowned for pristine seafood, indulgent lobster, seasonal Florida Stone Crab, and premium hand-cut steaks—all served with polished hospitality and timeless elegance.
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When Super Bowl Sunday arrives in Dallas, wings are less a menu item than a civic requirement—and thankfully, this is a city that takes them seriously. Skip the national chains and you’ll find a deep bench of local spots turning out wings worthy of the big game, places where sauces are balanced, fryers are dialed in, and TVs are plentiful.
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Vandelay Companies continues its measured expansion with the opening of its 10th Hudson House location in Uptown Dallas’ West Village on Wednesday, February 4. The East Coast–inspired neighborhood favorite will occupy the former Mi Cocina space at 3699 McKinney Avenue, further strengthening the brand’s presence in one of the city’s most dynamic mixed-use districts.
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This Valentine’s Day, Waterloo Gin adds a rosy twist to a classic with the Pink Negroni, a cocktail designed for sharing—and making—together.
This isn’t your standard Negroni. It’s pink, floral, and noticeably more approachable. The base is Waterloo Gin’s Prickly Pear & Rose, which gives the drink a fresh, lightly floral lift right from the start. Pink vermouth and Lillet Rosé add softness and balance, while a few dashes of grapefruit bitters bring just enough bite. Stirred over ice and finished with a grapefruit peel, the result is lighter, brighter, and a little more playful than the original.
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It’s freezing outside, the kind of cold that seeps through coats and makes you crave something more than just warmth—you need sustenance that hugs you from the inside out. In Richardson, King’s Noodles is the perfect refuge. Tiny, unassuming, and often crowded, this little shop serves up bowls of comfort that make the cold melt away.
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Opera gives us kings, gods, and seducers. Rigoletto gives us a man who knows the world is cruel—and believes he can protect what he loves from it. He can’t.
Giuseppe Verdi’s 1851 masterpiece centers on Rigoletto, a court jester deformed in body and scorned in society. He survives by mocking the powerful, using cruelty as armor. Every insult reminds him he doesn’t belong—but at home, he is fiercely devoted to his daughter, Gilda. He hides her, shelters her, and convinces himself that ignorance equals safety. The love is real. The fear is genuine. The harm is inevitable.
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Sunday brunch at The Ritz-Carlton Dallas, Las Colinas is being reintroduced with intention. Set within the resort’s newly redesigned grounds, Knife Italian Steakhouse will debut a weekly brunch experience designed for guests who prefer to linger, savor, and turn a meal into an occasion. The brunch will be offered every Sunday from noon to 4 p.m., allowing plenty of time to settle in and enjoy the afternoon.
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