Nashville, Tennessee, is a city that hums with life, a place where music, food, and culture blend seamlessly into an experience that feels both iconic and ever-evolving. From the neon lights of Broadway to the leafy charm of East Nashville, visitors are welcomed by a city that embraces both tradition and creativity. Music is the heartbeat here, but the city offers far more than melodies. Whether you’re drawn by the rich history of country and Americana or by a desire to explore contemporary art, culinary delights, and dynamic events, Nashville rewards curiosity at every corner.
Nearly five months after the Crow Museum of Asian Art unveiled its second location on The University of Texas at Dallas (UT Dallas) campus, the museum is announcing its 2025 winter/spring season, packed with new exhibitions, interactive workshops, educational experiences and captivating multimedia performances. Visitors can explore a range of Asian artistic expressions including engaging installations, hands-on activities and events for all ages – from art enthusiasts and families to anyone seeking to broaden their cultural understanding. Highlights include the debut of an immersive multimedia installation – Saya Woolfalk’s Floating World of the Quilted Cloud – opening March 8 at the UT Dallas museum, alongside three compelling exhibitions opening April 5 at the Dallas Arts District location.
Additionally, the museum is offering a range of interactive programs, from Saturday drop-in tours to a performance of Kinmakers: Hidden Songs in Our Mother’s Dreams, curator lectures and hands-on workshops like Shibori dyeing with designer Mili Suleman. With its many offerings, the Crow Museum promises an unforgettable celebration of Asian culture that invite guests to explore, learn and connect. Below is the list of events, exhibitions and programs happening at the Crow Museum of Asian Art: EXHIBITIONS (Please note the specific location for each.):
Beloved Dallas restaurant, Al Biernat’s North, is the ultimate destination for hosting unforgettable celebrations. This iconic steakhouse offers a range of private event spaces carefully designed to enhance every moment of your special event. Whether you’re planning a wedding, a bridal shower, a graduation party, or a rehearsal dinner, Al Biernat’s is here to help you make your event truly unforgettable!
Are you looking for a sophisticated and charming dining experience? Look no further than Al Biernat’s North. Every detail is tailored to perfection, ensuring that your visit will be nothing short of exceptional. Whether you’re planning an intimate gathering or a grand affair, Al Biernat’s North has versatile event spaces that offer a seamless blend of elegance and functionality, ensuring an unforgettable experience for both guests and hosts.
After 18 months of restaurant closures and the postponement of the annual culinary festival on two occasions, Fort Worth Food + Wine Foundation wants to uplift and honor the tenacity and resilience of the culinary community in Panther City through these showcase events. During the past nearly two years, the Foundation has awarded more than $115,000 in direct contributions to chefs and restaurants facing extraordinary hardships in the face of COVID 19 to ensure the continuation of talented people and beloved places thrive. The launch of the Fall Edition will help to ensure that this vital community support continues to provide assistance where it is needed most.
It is that time again where we start thinking about Chefs for Farmers, one of the largest chef and wine events in Texas.
Chefs For Farmers is the event that shows off the talents of Dallas’s best chefs and food artisans while celebrating the farmers that make great food possible. In one mouth-watering, calorie-filled culinary festival, we pay tribute to Dallas as an emerging food city through incredible events that highlight the entire culinary ecosystem in North Texas and beyond. As good food citizens of the world, we balance our dedication to sustainability, eco-consciousness and charity with our greatest goal: putting on the best food festival Dallas has ever seen. Continue reading →
Another Broken Egg Cafe, will open its location in Addison on Monday, January 23 at 4520 Frankford Road (corner of the Tollway and Frankford). This award-winning daytime restaurant (open daily from 7am – 2pm) is one of the fastest growing breakfast and brunch concepts in the nation. Continue reading →
Named one of the country’s most authentic Oktoberfest celebrations by Forbes and USA Today, Addison Oktoberfest features four days of family-oriented entertainment. German entertainers in authentic costumes perform traditional Bavarian folk dances, schuhplattling, oompah music, sing-a-longs, yodels and more. A special “Oktoberfest” Paulaner Bier is served along with several types of German sausage, sauerkraut, strudel, giant pretzels and more.
For guests who visit Munich’s famed Oktoberfest, the ticket to have is in the VIP balconies of the 14 bier tents at the festival. At Addison Oktoberfest, the massive 30,000 square foot Schloss Addison tent has a similar opportunity. Noted chef and restaurateur Richard Chamberlain will host Chamberlain’s Brau Haus, a full-service restaurant overlooking the Addison Oktoberfest busy dance floor. Continue reading →
A new feature that will be regularly produced by Erica Guajardo, our new arts editor, will list out gallery openings and shows for the DFW area each week. If you have something you wish to add to her listing, feel free to drop her a note at erica@cravedfw.com and she will include your event. Continue reading →
by Steven Doyle
