Out & About January 2016

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50 years of Dutch Art Gallery

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THROUGH JAN. 3

The 12 Days of Christmas

Last chance to visit the arboretum’s 12 elaborately decorated Victorian gazebos. Each one is filled with costumed characters, whimsical animals and winter scenes based on the Christmas carol. Dallas Arboretum, 8525 Garland Road, dallasarboretum.org, $10-$15

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JAN. 2

Dragons and hurricanes

Master puppeteer Sandy Shrout tells a fairy tale, “How the Dragon Got its Fire,” which explores mythology and severe Texas weather. Find out what happens when some pirates encounter an unexpected hurricane in this 3 p.m. story time.

Forest Green Library, 9015 Forest, 214.670.1335, dallaslibrary.org, free

JAN. 13

Mütter’s marvels

Plastic surgeon Thomas Dent Mütter revolutionized modern surgery and founded the intriguing Mütter Museum in Philadelphia. A new biography about him, “Dr. Mutter’s Marvels: A True Tale of Intrigue and Innovation at the Dawn of Modern Medicine,” is the library’s book club selection this month. Meet at 6:30 p.m. Skillman Southwestern Library, 5707 Skillman, 214.670.6078, dallaslibrary.org free

JAN. 22

Grace Pettis

This Alabama-based folk singer/ songwriter returns to Dallas for an 8 p.m. show.

Uncle Calvin’s Coffee Shop, 9555 N. Central Exwy., 214.363.0044, unclecalvins.org, $15-$18

JAN. 29-FEB. 28

Frog and Toad

This whimsical musical, “A Year with Frog and Toad,” follows two best friends and their quirky egos from hibernation to planting, to swimming, to sledding.

Dallas Children’s Theater, 5938 Skillman, dct.org, 214.978.0110, $15-$28

JAN. 31

Too Cold to Hold Half Marathon

One month into your run-more, runfaster New Year’s resolution, test your skills. Race 13.1 miles along the newly paved trails of White Rock Lake’s west shores. Not quite there? 10k and 5k options are available too. Finishers receive medals, T-shirts and additional SWAG. Gun time is 8 a.m. Register online to avoid potential event sell-out. Norbuck Park, 170 N. Buckner, runproject.org/toocoldtohold, $40$89 (group discounts available)

Through Jan. 30 Frida

More than 50 local and regional artists contributed to this show, from curators Jacque Forsher and Jose Vargas, which studies, celebrates and mourns the great Mexican artist Frida Kahlo. Bath House Cultural Center, 521 E. Lawther, 214.670.8749, bathhousecultural.com, free

Crisp Salad Company

8018 Park Lane Suite 105 469.232.9882 crispsaladco.com

AMBIANCE: FAST CASUAL

PRICE RANGE: $8-$12

HOURS:

MON.-SUN. 11 A.M.-9 P.M.

DID YOU KNOW?

YOU CAN ORDER ONLINE. JUST CHOOSE A LOCATION AND SCHEDULE YOUR PICKUP TIME.

Blaine

Duhe’s passion for food started early.

“My dad always cooked,” he explains. “I thought it was so cool. When I should have been watching ‘The Simpsons’ or some other show growing up, I was always watching the Food Network.”

Those hours in front of the tube eventually paid off. In late 2013, Duhe and his friend, John Zimmerman, opened the first location of their restaurant, Crisp Salad Company, on Lower Greenville. They had a lot of fun curating the menu.

“We invited friends over every Sunday night for ‘salad nights,’ ” Duhe says. “We did all types of taste testing. We’d say, ‘Let’s see who can build the best Caesar dressing.’ ”

Crisp has a core of 10 salads, including the street taco, curry Waldorf and NY steakhouse. Customization is also an option for visitors, but a rather daunting one — the restaurant offers six varieties of lettuce, 10 proteins and more than 20 dressings. If you’re on the go, have your salad converted into a wrap or flatbread. Complete the meal with a cup of soup and a miniature cupcake, because why not?

And here’s the best part — you don’t have to drive to East Dallas to get your fix. Crisp opened a second location in The Shops at Park Lane earlier this year. No pressure to abandon your favorite burger joint, though.

“We don’t expect you to eat healthy 24/7,” Duhe says. “But when you are looking to, we are here for you.”

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—Elizabeth Barbee

Nature’s Plate

If a wholesome, clean and effortlessly delicious diet is your New Year’s resolution, this new take-out bistro is your destination. Plant-based dishes, including tofu scramble tacos and chickpea jalfrezi, do not disappoint.

10233 E. Northwest Highway 469.307.4217 naturesplate.biz

Sweet Tomatoes

Do not fear the buffet — the salad bar at this Old Town eatery offers an alwaysfresh selection of greens, olives, slaws, soups, potatoes, proteins and, of course, red ripe tomatoes.

5500 Greenville

214.369.2200 sweettomatoes.com

Cedars Mediterranean

Fresh hummus, lamb, falafel, pita bread and other Mediterranean staples complement a fresh assortment of healthy grilled and chilled vegetables.

8141 Walnut Hill

214.373.8141 cedarsmezza.com

Enchilada’s

Voted by Advocate Readers as Best Date Night in Lake Highlands

Enjoy our Big E or other awardwinning Rita on the patio today. Join us on twitter today!

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Circle Grill

Need to cut back after the holidays?

Try one of our Light Lunches today. Smaller portions of our most popular items that will be just right!

Several entrees to choose from!

Homestyle meals with family & friends.

Breakfast & Lunch 7 days-a-week

Dinner Thurs.-Sat.

5 Dallas locations cindisnydeli.com

Cindi’s N.Y. Delicatessen Restaurant & Bakery

Southern style comfort food and New York style deli favorites ready for you every day.

Open 7 days.

Dugg Burger

“Best Burger in DFW”

– Zagat

“Best concept burger”

– Dallas Observer

“Super delicious and well worth the trip from anywhere in Dallas”

– CraveDFW

BREAKFAST/LUNCH

Another Broken Egg Cafe

It’s our passion to create exceptional dishes for breakfast, brunch and lunch that are “craveably” delicious with an artisanal flair.

Mon-Sun 7:00 -2:00 pm

One90 Smoked Meats

Offering bbq combo plates, sandwiches, tacos, sides, desserts & a wide variety of locally smoked meats, including Brisket, Bison, Turkey, Chicken, Pork, Salmon, Duck, Lamb & Tenderloins.

Hours: Mon. Closed , Tues.-Sat. 11am-8pm Sun. 11am-5pm