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JAN. 27

Gardens 101

This 11 a.m.-4 p.m. class covers basics of gardening for beginners, new Dallas residents or those looking to refresh their knowledge. The cost includes lunch and the book “Easy Gardens for North Texas.”

North Haven Gardens, 7700 Northaven, 214.363.5316, nhg.com, $60-$65

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January 5 FREE ADMISSION

Art

Jan. 18

Award dinner

Neighborhood-based organization The Catholic Foundation holds its annual award dinner from 6:30-9:30 p.m. This year, the foundation honors Bob Baillargeon for his work and commitment to Catholic organizations. InterContinental Hotel, 15201 Dallas Parkway, 972.661.9792, catholicfoundation.com, $175 individual tickets

Art in Action Sculpture Demo

10 am – 12:30 pm

Family Tours

Hourly from 10:15 am – 12:15 pm

Yoga in the Garden 11:30 am

Presented by YogaSport (weather permitting)

Creative Writing with The Writer’s Garret 12 pm

Storytime with Dallas Public Library 12:30 pm

NasherKids Live! 1 pm

Creative Dramatics Workshop with Dallas Children’s Theater

NasherKids Meal at Nasher Cafe

11 am – 2 pm

NasherSculptureCenter.org

The second most important meal of the day

Soleo Mexican Kitchen

8611 Hillcrest, Suite 100 214.346.1712 soleomexicankitchen.com

AMBiAnce: Light-fiLLeD

Price rAnge: $8–$13 for Brunch

Brunch hours: 11 A.M.–2:30 P.M. weekenDs onLy the veLAsquez fAMiLy stArteD out By seLLing tAcos ALong hArry hines AnD quicky gAineD custoMers froM worD of Mouth.

DiD you know?

Amonth ago, Soleo had neither solidified hours of operation nor a fleshed-out menu. What started as the Velasquez family selling tacos out of a food truck grew to a small chain of 10 taquerias throughout Dallas named El Paisa. Now their eldest daughter, Lupe Velasquez, and her husband, Michael, are bringing their authentic Mexican cuisine to Preston Hollow, with the restaurant’s “hard opening” set for the second week of January. Manager Maricela Camarena says they realized most Americans’ tastes might not be suited for Mexican delicacy dishes such as tongue tacos, so they instead offer menu items such as sunrise enchiladas and torrejas, more commonly known as French toast. Brunch is available 11 a.m. 2:30 p.m. on the weekends. Soleo orders fresh eggs daily, and makes its own chorizo and corn masa for tortillas. Camarena says Soleo will stick to its roots as a family restaurant. “We have no plans to open two, three or four Soleos,” she says. —Monica s. nagy

25% OFF Food Only

Must

1 Mama’s Daughters Diner

Crispy hash browns, salty bacon, fluffy eggs and fried chicken with a side of waffles — sound good? This place may not be for the health-conscious, but if you want grits or biscuits slathered with gravy, check it out.

2610Royal Lane

972.241.8646 mamasdaughtersdiner.com

2 Mozart Bakery

You’ll be tempted to order one of the artful sweets, as they are crafted in such an abstract way, but try the raisin bread for breakfast. Toasted and with a smidge of butter, it hits the spot. The macaroons are also a palate pleaser, if you crave something sweet at sunrise.

2240Royal Lane

972.247.2922

3 Eden Restaurant and Pastries

Stop by Sundays at 11:30 a.m. for brunch that is served until they run out of hollandaise, which is almost never. For $14.95, dishes such as the eggs Benedict, eggs Oscar or pork tenderloin come with a fruit plate, assorted breads and muffins, country fried potatoes, coffee, a chocolate-dipped strawberry and a choice of toast, bagel or English muffin. 4416 W. Lovers Lane eden-dallas.com

972.267.3336

Visit prestonhollow.advocatemag.com/dining

Torchy’s Tacos

11909 Preston Rd. In Preston Forest Square doughpizzeria.com

972.788.4600

Mon.-Thurs. 11am-9pm Fri. & Sat. 11am-10pm Sun. 4pm-8pm

Texas’ #1 Pizzeria, as rated by Zagat

Thirsty? This spot turns up the heat with an addition to Torchy’s Tacos regular menu offerings. Have a taco (or four!), then wash it down with a specialty cocktail from our Firewater Menu.