BreadHaus, the beloved European-style artisan bakery rooted in Grapevine since 1996, is proud to announce its newest partnership with Walmart as part of the retailer’s innovative Local Finds program. BreadHaus customers throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth area can now order their favorite preservative-free baked goods directly through Walmart.com or via the Walmart app.
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This summer, Omni Las Colinas and Omni PGA Frisco Resort & Spa are turning their luxury spaces into lively seasonal destinations with new activations designed for both hotel guests and the local community. Highlights include Tiki Social, a tropical pop-up bar featuring eight island-style cocktails (including two non-alcoholic options), crafted in collaboration with Tiki expert Jeff “Beachbum” Berry.
Also debuting is Scoop Social, where retro ice cream carts and nostalgic jingles bring a playful touch to the afternoon. The summer programming kicks off Memorial Day Weekend with a luau-themed party at Omni Las Colinas, featuring a pig roast, grill-out fare, and live music by country artist Lorena Leigh.
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Roots Southern Table in Farmers Branch is more than just a restaurant—it’s a deeply personal expression of Southern culinary identity. Chef Tiffany Derry’s upbringing in Southeast Texas touches every plate, bringing together elements of Creole, soul food, and refined Southern cooking with global technique. The menu reflects a reverence for tradition but refuses to be boxed in by it.
Each dish is layered, nuanced, and prepared with purpose, inviting diners to rediscover familiar flavors in unexpected ways. While the presentation is upscale, the soul of the food remains deeply comforting.
Chef Tiffany Derry is a celebrated Texas-based chef and restaurateur known for blending Southern tradition with global technique. Raised in Beaumont, she trained at the Art Institute of Houston and gained international culinary experience before rising to national fame through appearances on shows like Top Chef and Top Chef All-Stars. She is the founder of Tiffany Derry Concepts and co-founder of T2D Concepts, the hospitality group behind Roots Southern Table, Roots Chicken Shak and more recent, Radici Wood Fired Grill.
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Texas is a camper’s dream. Whether you’re pitching a tent under a canopy of Spanish moss, gazing at the Milky Way from a desert peak, or falling asleep to the sound of waves crashing just feet away, the Lone Star State delivers outdoor adventures in every corner. From glamping in a canyon to paddling through cypress swamps, the camping options are as diverse as the landscape itself.
Whether you’re a rugged minimalist who prefers primitive backcountry camping or someone who won’t go without Wi-Fi and A/C, this list has something for every kind of explorer. Here’s a look at the best places to camp in Texas—and exactly why each one deserves a spot on your bucket list.
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Feldman’s Wrong Way Diner in Canyon, Texas, delivers exactly what you want after a day exploring Palo Duro Canyon or wandering around West Texas—big flavors, quirky charm, and food that sticks with you. The vibe is unmistakably warm and laid-back, with vintage Americana decor, model trains circling above your head, and Route 66 memorabilia lending it the feel of a road trip stop you hope to stumble into.
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Deep within Big Bend National Park, the Chisos Mountains Lodge Restaurant is a rare find—equal parts scenic wonder and satisfying comfort. It’s the only restaurant within the park boundaries, and its view alone makes it worth the stop. Floor-to-ceiling windows frame the dramatic skyline of the Chisos Basin, with a direct line to the famed “Window” formation. If you time your meal for sunset, the sky puts on a show—casting golden light across rugged peaks while you settle in with something warm and filling after a day on the trails.
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Dallas might be best known for brisket and Tex-Mex, but its Indian food scene is every bit as dynamic—and growing fast. From lavish buffets and family-run curry houses to sleek modern bistros and street food specialists, the city offers a wide range of Indian dining experiences that reflect the diversity of the cuisine itself. Whether you’re in the mood for fiery South Indian dosas, creamy North Indian butter chicken, or inventive fusion takes like tikka masala pizza, you’ll find no shortage of options across Dallas and its suburbs.
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Ask someone what Biloxi is known for, and the answers roll in fast: casinos, the Gulf, maybe a Mardi Gras float or two. But there’s another draw hiding in plain sight—lined with trays of steaming seafood, towers of desserts, and buttery cornbread worth skipping blackjack for.
We’re talking about casino buffets.
In Biloxi, they’re not an afterthought. They’re a cultural phenomenon, rooted in Southern hospitality and topped with a helping of Gulf Coast indulgence. After all, where else can you go from placing chips on the felt to piling crab legs on a plate—all within ten steps?
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