Witherite Law Group Provide Turkeys to Over 2,000 Families for Thanksgiving

Witherite Law Group1-800-TruckWreck, Dallas-Fort Worth’s prominent hip hop and R&B radio stations and Fiesta Mart are collaborating to provide meals to thousands of Dallas-Fort Worth-area families for Thanksgiving. The organizations will host the annual Great Grocery Giveaway and the annual Turkey Giveaway where $109,700 in groceries and 2,000 turkeys will be distributed to over 2,000 families – more than doubling the number of groceries and the number of families the organizations supported in 2023 and making it one of the largest Thanksgiving food giveaways in the area.

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Celebrate Japanese Culture at the Fall Japanese Festival in Fort Worth

Join the Fort Worth Botanic Garden for its enchanting Fall Japanese Festival, a vibrant celebration of Japanese art and culture. This exciting event, hosted in collaboration with the Fort Worth Japanese Society, promises a weekend filled with cultural demonstrations, captivating performances, unique shopping experiences, and traditional foods, all honoring the Japanese zodiac’s Year of the Wood Dragon.

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Jack & Harry’s Brings New Orleans Flavors to Lunch in Dallas

Jack & Harry’s, the exciting New Orleans-inspired restaurant and bar located at 6844 Snider Plaza in the heart of the Park Cities, is thrilled to announce the launch of its lunch service! Now welcoming guests on weekdays and weekends starting at 11 AM, Jack & Harry’s is ready to cater to daytime diners eager for a taste of the South.

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Boxcar: A Luxurious Journey

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Located at 4509 Greenville Ave. in Dallas, Boxcar stands as a remarkable transformation of a former laundromat into an elegant dining experience that pays homage to the golden age of rail travel. This innovative restaurant is designed to transport patrons back in time, allowing them to indulge in the nostalgia of classic train journeys while enjoying a luxurious dining atmosphere.

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Haunting the Night: A Guide to the Best Haunted Houses in DFW

As the eerie glow of autumn envelops the Dallas-Fort Worth area, the excitement for the haunting season reaches its peak. With the air crisp and the nights long, haunted houses spring to life, inviting thrill-seekers to confront their darkest fears. The DFW area boasts some of the most spine-chilling attractions in Texas, each one steeped in tales of terror and ghastly encounters. From abandoned asylums to chilling cocktail soirées, there’s no shortage of frightful fun for those brave enough to enter.

In 2024, a selection of haunted houses promises to provide hair-raising experiences that blend intricate storytelling, stunning set designs, and, of course, terrifying scares. These attractions are not just places to get a good scare; they are immersive experiences that transport you into otherworldly realms where the line between the living and the dead blurs. Here’s a look at some of the ghastliest haunted houses in the DFW area, complete with addresses and websites to help you plan your frightful adventures.

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Celebrating Texas Chicken Fried Steak Day

There is nothing quite as satisfying as a warm plate of Chicken Fried Steak paired with buttery mashed potatoes, all generously smothered in peppery cream gravy, and accompanied by a side of crisp green beans. This beloved dish has transcended its humble origins and is now a staple in fine dining establishments across the country, often featuring innovative twists with exotic meats like antelope and elk.

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Vivador Jimmy Baldwin’s Tune Named Official Song of Texas Chicken Fried Steak Day (Video)

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Texas has its own day to celebrate the almighty chicken fried steak and it is on October 26. The day was created by seventh-generation Texan and local entrepreneur, Jeffrey Yarbrough in 2010. A few years  back there was an addition of “Peace, Love, and Chicken Fried Steak” by Jimmy Baldwin as the day’s statewide anthem performed and filmed at Allgood Café . Jimmy will be performing at AllGood Cafe in Deep Ellum Saturday night, October 26th.

Texas Chicken Fried Steak Day came about when Yarbrough realized one of Texas’ beloved food groups was not receiving the recognition it deserved. With the assistance of several other restaurateurs such as State Representative and Las Casas Restaurant (closed) owner Ralph Sheffield, Yarbrough was able to get the resolution signed on May 2, 2010 for Texas Chicken Fried Steak Day. Continue reading

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Celebrate Chicken Fried Steak Day With Fried Elk (Recipe)

As we celebrate Texas Chicken Fried Steak Day (October 26th) all across the great state raise their tongs as they pay homage to this fine example of Texan ingenuity and deliciousness.

We asked Jonathon Erdeljac, owner of both Jonathon’s in Oak Cliff, his secret of how he ended up making a fine example of the CFS in his restaurants. Jonathon gave us this:

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