Summer in Dallas is not for the timid. It is hot, it is relentless, and it demands a game plan. If you are hosting a pool party this season, the smartest thing you can do is stop trying to play bartender the whole afternoon and make one great batch cocktail that does the work for you. Then fill a tray with a few things people will actually talk about. Here is our version of a proper Crave-worthy pool day.
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Ferris Wheeler’s ran for eight years on Market Center Boulevard before it closed last fall — a big backyard, a stage, cold beer, and barbecue. It was a good run. What replaced it is something harder to describe in a single sentence, which is usually a good sign.
AM/FM at 1950 Market Center Boulevard is an all-day diner, a lounge, and a backyard concert venue, and it operates as all three at the same time depending on the hour. It comes from Matthew Harber and Annette Marin, who own Spune Productions — a Dallas music and concert promotion company that books Club Dada, the Granada, Three Links, Sons of Herman Hall, and other venues around town. They had been involved with the Ferris Wheeler’s space since 2023 helping build out the live music side, and when the BBQ operation closed they took the whole thing over. The Ferris wheel is still there, by the way. It’s not rideable, but it lights up, and it is visible from the backyard stage on a Friday night in the way that only a non-functioning amusement ride in the middle of Dallas could be.
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The cocktail party that works is the one that does less than it should. Twelve passed bites do not work. Three signature cocktails do not work. A sit-down menu pretending to be a cocktail party does not work. What works is five small things you can pick up with one hand, one good drink already poured into a pitcher, a bowl of nice olives somewhere visible, and a host who actually shows up to her own party instead of disappearing into the kitchen for the first hour.
That is the whole formula. People come to a cocktail party to talk to each other. The food is there to keep nobody from getting drunk on an empty stomach, the drink is there to give them something to hold, and the host is there to keep the room moving. Nothing else.
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In Richardson, Texas, Sweet Firefly offers a refreshingly creative take on the classic American ice cream shop. Located at 2701 Custer Parkway, this cozy, inviting parlor has become a favorite among locals for its bright, family-friendly atmosphere and a commitment to quality that’s evident in every scoop. With soft lighting, cheerful colors, and a no-frills approach to service, the shop strikes that perfect balance between fun and relaxed. It’s a place where kids feel at home picking out sprinkles, and adults linger just a little longer than expected, savoring every bite.
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Live Oak at The Ritz-Carlton, Dallas is gearing up for a spirited celebration as it hosts a 2026 World Cup Draw Viewing Party, an event crafted to blend big-moment energy with the refined comfort the hotel is known for. Set on the property’s outdoor patio, the gathering turns the draw into a festive midday affair, giving fans a chance to soak in every reveal surrounded by a lively crowd, crackling fire, and the unmistakable hum of shared anticipation.
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CATCH Dallas, the iconic dining destination by Catch Hospitality Group in Uptown’s landmark Maple Terrace development, hosted an exclusive Sip & See event on Tuesday, September 23 to showcase its dynamic private event spaces. Guests experienced firsthand how the brand’s renowned cuisine, signature hospitality, and award-nominated interiors come together to create one of Dallas’s most dynamic event settings.
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Fort Worth’s original craft beer emporium, Flying Saucer, marks an impressive 30-year milestone with a full-blown celebration on Saturday, June 7, starting at 4 p.m. Join in for an afternoon and evening packed with live music, exclusive brews, delicious food, and more.
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Hosting a house party is fun and exciting, and it’s a great way to enjoy all the fun of seeing your best friends in an intimate setting where you can choose everything, from the food to the music and even a theme if you feel so inclined.
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