When you think of Dallas burgers, the mind usually jumps to classic burger joints and craft spots. But some of the city’s most exciting burgers come from places you wouldn’t expect. They’re tucked inside breweries, Irish pubs, or even soul food kitchens — and each one delivers a bite that’s worth hunting down. Here are three unusual burgers that have earned their place in the city’s conversation.
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Black-eyed peas have long been a traditional New Years dish with the thought that they bring the eater good luck. The tradition dates back to the Civil War, when Union troops, especially in areas targeted by General William Tecumseh Sherman, typically stripped the countryside of all stored food, crops, and livestock, and destroyed whatever they could not carry away. At that time, Northerners considered “field peas” and field corn suitable only for animal fodder and did not steal or destroy these humble foods.
It’s a southern thing.
There are a few great places to enjoy your personal pot of good luck in the Dallas area. Certainly, look to the obvious spots such as Celebration where they have been serving up southern hospitality since 1971. In addition to your black-eyed peas, you can also find a great chicken fried steak, catfish and other hearty dishes to start your year off right. Continue reading
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It’s hard to believe Café Dior by Dominique Crenn in Highland Park Village has been open for nearly a year. When it debuted in early 2025, it instantly turned heads — not just because it’s tied to a global fashion powerhouse, but because it dared to bring haute cuisine and couture-style dining together in a way Dallas hadn’t quite seen before.
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Undivided Life is stepping in as a co-owner of Dallas-based Howdy Homemade Ice Cream, teaming up with founders Tom and Margaret Landis to help take the mission-driven brand into its next chapter of national growth.
The goal is simple and ambitious: open more stores, grow the catering business, and create even more opportunities for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities—all while serving what fans already know as some of the city’s best super-premium ice cream.
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M Crowd Restaurant Group, the company behind Mi Cocina and The Mercury, is turning up the heat with the acquisition of Razzoo’s Cajun Cafe—a Texas-born brand known for unapologetically bold Cajun flavors, high-energy dining rooms, and more than three decades of fiercely loyal fans across Texas and North Carolina.
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New Mexico’s ski towns offer a winter experience that feels refreshingly grounded. Instead of oversized resorts and overproduced après scenes, these mountain communities focus on what actually matters: strong terrain, real places to eat and stay, and a pace that lets you enjoy the day rather than rush through it. The three towns below—Taos Ski Valley, Red River, and Angel Fire—represent the best of that balance, each with its own personality. What follows is a practical guide to where to stay at different price points, where to eat from splurge meals to casual bites, how to handle rentals and lift tickets, and what to do when you step off the mountain.
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Dallas is alive with energy this New Year’s Eve week, and whether you’re a culture connoisseur, a live music fanatic, or a devoted neighborhood bar hopper, the city has something for you. From dazzling performing arts and touring Broadway productions to immersive festivals, dive bars pulsing with local bands, and chic cocktail lounges perfect for a midnight toast, this guide maps out every way to celebrate the final days of 2025 and welcome 2026 in style. Plan your days and nights with curated options for every mood, price point, and level of revelry, ensuring your Dallas NYE experience is unforgettable from start to finish.
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Dallas has no shortage of bars on New Year’s Eve. What it does have less of are bars with space, lighting, and drinks worth slowing down for—the kind of spots that let you enjoy the night without feeling rushed or packed shoulder‑to‑shoulder. These are the places to seek out.
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