Addison Kaboom Town Returns July 3rd

For nearly four decades, one of the nation’s most impressive and unique Independence Day celebrations has been held in the North Texas town of Addison. While 4.4 square-mile Addison is only home to 16,000 residents, more than a half-million guests from across the nation come to celebrate Addison Kaboom Town! each July 3.

The celebration is citywide, with watch parties at many of Addison’s 200+ restaurants (the Town has more restaurants per capita than any other city in the U.S.!), 22 hotels, and at a fantastic, limited-capacity party in the 12-acre Addison Circle Park. The fireworks, presented by  Luzianne Tea, and the incredible Addison Airport Airshow can be seen from anywhere in town.

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GipsyTeam: Your Ultimate Poker News Destination

Hey there, fellow epicures! We know you love spending time in the kitchen, preparing delicious meals, and experimenting with new recipes. But today, we want to introduce you to something a little different – the exciting world of poker.

We’re talking about a top-tier poker news site that’s sure to pique your interest. With the latest updates and insights into the poker scene, from significant tournaments to exclusive interviews with top players, our partner has it all. So why not take a break from your culinary adventures and check it out?

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4th Annual Hope Fest – April 20 @Happiest Hour

Harwood International and Connecting Point of Park Cities (CPPC) announce the Fourth Annual Hope Fest to be held on Thursday, April 20 at Happiest Hour in the Harwood District, 2616 Olive St., Dallas. 

The festive evening will feature dinner led by Chef Taylor Kearney of Harwood Hospitality Group, entertainment, silent auction, and a special performance by country music artist Ray Johnston Band. 

All proceeds will benefit CPPC and the event will be held from 6:00-9:00 p.m.  Individual tickets are $150 each or two for $250, and sponsorship packages are available HERE. For more event information, visit hopefestlive.com

CPPC is a community-based day program for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Since opening its doors in 2014, CPPC continues to increase the number of “Teammates” (participants) who now represent 18 zip codes throughout the metroplex. The funds raised allow CPPC to provide exceptional programming while keeping fees affordable. 

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Tequila Social to open late Spring 2023 near Katy Trail in the Harwood Distric

Harwood Hospitality Group’s thirteenth concept, Tequila Social, will open its doors this spring on the ground floor of 3100 McKinnonlocated at 3100 McKinnonSt, Suite G100, Dallas, TX 75201The concept offers guests a casual, West-Texas inspired dining experience featuring Tex-Mex, an extensive margarita and frozen drinks program, and a large patio on the Katy Trail. 

Curated by Harwood Hospitality Group’s Vice President of Culinary Taylor Kearney, Vice President of Development Stephan Schneider, and Vice Presidentof Hospitality Warren Richards, Tequila Social is inspired by the landscape of Big Bend and the friendly, laidback towns of West Texas. The new concept brings a playful environment to the Katy Trail and the Harwood District.

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Blue Goose Open in Grand Prairie

Blue Goose Cantina is ready to fiesta as it opened its Grand Prairie location on Tuesday, April 11 with a ribbon cutting that included Blue Goose executives, as well as members of Grand Prairie city council and Grand Prairie Independent School District. It also included an announcement of a wonderful partnership with the School District and the culinary arts program at Dubiski Career High School. The festivities included the donation of a much-needed Supreme Refrigeration 48″ Two Door Refrigerated Sandwich Prep Table and a Cayenne 14″ Countertop Electric Griddle to 161 Bistro, which is operated by Culinary Arts students at Dubiski Career High School.  Blue Goose and Dubiski are discussing working together on culinary internships to provide hands-on experiences to aspiring chefs.

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The Market Concept from Harwood Hospitality Now Open

Fig & Favor, the local market concept from Harwood Hospitality Group (HHG), is now open at 2850 N. Harwood St., Suite 110, Dallas, TX 75201 in the Harwood District. This marks HHG’s twelfth concept and adds to its portfolio of culinary experiences within the District.

Curated by Harwood Hospitality Group’s Vice President of Culinary Taylor Kearney and Vice President of Hospitality Warren Richards, the market features daily essentials, gifts, gelato, meals on the go, and an impressive wine program.

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Tina’s Continental, an intimate martini bar, and third location of Leela’s Pizza & Wine Opens in Dallas

UNCO Management (formerly 8020 Hospitality) has recently opened the doors to a third location of Leela’s Pizza & Wine in Uptown at 2355 Olive St. #145, Dallas, TX 75201 and a new intimate, retro-inspired martini bar, Tina’s Continental located in Deep Ellum at 3309 Elm St. Suite 115, Dallas, TX 75226.

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Norma’s Cafe To Donate 100% of Grilled Cheese Sales to North Texas Food Bank

Norma’s Cafe, a beloved Dallas institution known for its Texas comfort food, is proud to announce its partnership with the North Texas Food Bank (NTFB) in honor of National Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day. On April 12th, Norma’s Cafe will donate 100% of its proceeds from grilled cheese sandwiches sold at their five locations to support NTFB’s mission to end hunger in North Texas.

“We are thrilled to partner with the North Texas Food Bank for National Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day,” said Ed Murph, owner of Norma’s Cafe. “As a community-focused business, we believe that it’s our responsibility and honor to support organizations like NTFB that make a real difference in the lives of people in our area. It’s as easy as eating good to do good!”

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