It’s almost time! KAABOO Texas rocks Arlington, May 10-12, with a diverse lineup of classic and contemporary artists. You’ve bought your tickets, you’ve been listening to the official KAABOO playlist based on the lineup, you’ve booked a nearby hotel room….now you’re itching for the main event. The music, comedy, culinary, art, and indulgences are a…
In October 2018, Arlington-area catering company Inspirations Catering & Gourmet Shop expanded to open a storefront in Urban Union (at 506 E Division Street) that is open to the public Wednesday through Saturday. The company specializes in “exquisite food, expert coordination, and gracious service” and has long been a go-to option for many local…
Opening day is upon us, and I hope you’ve brought your appetite! The Rangers chefs have brought their "A-game" again for the final season at Globe Life Park. There’s something for every palate with these creative concoctions. The Fowl Pole I wasn’t sure what to expect from a chicken tender as long as my arm… but it was DELICIOUS. This juicy…
For those who don’t know about Galentine’s Day: The short version of the story is that a 2010 episode of the NBC comedy “Parks and Recreation” made popular the notion that Valentine’s Day shouldn’t just be for lovey-dovey couples, it should also be a time for ladies to celebrate their friendships with each other by doing…well, whatever they want…
Tha Highball(s). I don’t know if you’ve heard, but in case you missed it, Texas Live! has been adding a few culinary events on their massive events rolodex. I got to attend Thursday night’s first Balcones Whisky Dinner, and it was the highlight of my week. Full disclosure: I am a foodie hedonist that loves a solid pairing. Girl scout cookies with…
Title: “Why I’m Thankful for Arlington” As someone who was born and raised in Arlington—and who has also lived and worked here during multiple eras of my adult life—I’ve racked up a sizeable list of favorite places and an even larger collection of memories, as you might imagine. The older I get, the more appreciative I am of both, so it seems…
Restaurants open on Thanksgiving, November 22, 2018 Restaurant Primary Phone Hours BoomerJack's Bar & Grill (817) 275-5400 10:30 am to 11 pm Boston's Restaurant & Sports Bar (817) 633-7773 10 am to 8 pm Buffalo Wings & Rings (682) 323-7099 11 am to 7 pm Chamas Do Brazil Brazilian Steakhouse (817) 375-0250 12…
There are so many reasons why fall is my favorite season—like the cooler temperatures, smell of cookouts and burning leaves, changing colors, and general excitement that’s always in the air in the form of football games, baseball playoffs, and the approach of upcoming holidays. One of my favorite autumn activities is sitting outside on a brisk…
Tucked away in downtown Arlington is one of my favorite little hideaways, The Sanford House Inn & Spa. The elegant Southern-style Manor House is nestled into an outdoor grand courtyard that blooms brightly with flowers and is shaded by towering trees. Any given day, I would relish an opportunity to sneak away from the hustle bustle to enjoy a glass…
No doubt about it, Downtown Arlington is booming right now, with new developments and destinations busting out all over—such as Urban Union, a highly-walkable, mixed-used district of converted industrial buildings that’s tucked between Abram and Division streets near the heart of downtown. If you haven’t yet checked it out, here’s a sneak peek:…
