We celebrate and honor Juneteenth to commemorate the day that enslaved Black Texans in the U.S were finally freed. It is the celebration of freedom, resilience and perseverance. We’ve compiled a list of festivities throughout the month of June to celebrate these ideals! Wednesday, June 15th UTA Juneteenth Festival 11 AM – 1 PM at Brazos Park The…
The Belcher’s are undertaking a road trip from their restaurant in Seymour’s Bay to have a summer adventure in Arlington, TX! Despite the high gas prices, it is still cheaper to drive in their station wagon to their hotel, the Thornton Inn Bed & Breakfast, in downtown Arlington than it is to fly. While the family will come together at night after a…
In honor of the upcoming National Donut Day, we’ve done the leg (and stomach) work for you and compiled a list of must-eat donut shops in Arlington. If you’re hankering for a breakfast pick-me-up or an early morning sugar rush, these six stores (in no particular order) are a must try for you and your family! 1. Pilaski‘s Donuts The Comic Sans font…
Every year, the month of June is celebrated as LGBTQ+ Pride month throughout the United States. Pride is a community celebration of acceptance, identity, and inclusion. Diversity is, and has been, the strongest thread in the fabric that makes up the Arlington community and we recognize the great strength it has brought to our city. Arlington has…
The 2021-2022 NBA season finals are upon us. Not sure where to catch all the action? We’ve got some slam dunk spots for you to watch and cheer your favorite team on with your fellow patrons. After all, it’s more fun to cheer (or jeer) teams on with other people – and it’s high time to leave the pandemic sized imprint on your couch behind! Dave &…
Meat, bread, veggies and sauce...some say this humble "sandwich" originated from Hamburg, Germany, others claim the first hamburger was served at Louis's Lunch in New Haven, Connecticut. Regardless of its origins the humble hamburger has come a long way baby! Arlington is home to burgers from fast food wrapped in paper, to gourmet topped Wagyu Beef…
The whole month of May is National Salsa Month! And one realization I’ve made from years, of dining with friends, my husband, and myself is- salsa is a BIG deal. Actually, it’s more than that, it’s personal and serious. A local spot, can have the best food in the area, but if they charge for chips and salsa when you dine-in, it’s an insult and…
The first week of May holds a special place in our hearts for our local small business owners. We love supporting our favorite entrepreneurs all year long, but it’s this week that’s set aside for the celebration of their ideas, passions, and leap of faith. Small businesses are what make each city unique – those one-of-a-kind shops that can only be…
By: Casey Mallory and Decima Mullen We don’t know about you, but there’s something about those late summer nights and patio drinks that makes any live music experience that much more enjoyable. Levitt Pavilion Let’s talk about The Levitt Pavillion. Pack a cooler, grab your lawn chairs and spread out on the lawn of The Levitt for one, two, or…
How’s the taco saving going? If you need a refresher course, we are on a mission to save ALL the tacos - catch up on all the deets. We’re back with another #SaveTheTacos round-up. This time it’s the Arlington edition! Tacos that you can only find in Arlington, TX (or almost only Arlington). Cartel Taco Bar Deep in the heart of [Downtown Arlington]…
