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Soleo

Mexican Kitchen to open at Hillcrest and Northwest Highway

A new restaurant, Soleo Mexican Kitchen, is moving into Hillcrest Crossing at Hillcrest and Northwest Highway. Owner Lupe Rodriguez says the menu is small, but includes a diverse selection of steak, fish and vegetarian options that are Mexican-style — as opposed to Tex-Mex. The owners come from the local chain El Paisa, a fast-casual concept with several locations around Dallas-Fort Worth. Rodriguez says that Soleo will be more of an upscale atmosphere with a full bar and outdoor seating.

Renovation planned for Cooper Fitness Center

The Cooper Fitness Center recently announced plans for a $6.5 million renovation and held a demolition ceremony with local celebs, including Dr. Kenneth Cooper and son Dr. Tyler Cooper, Roger Staubach and Randy Gier. The Cooper Center, which originally opened in 1972, will be expanded to 54,000 square feet with a new main entrance, cycle studio, two mind/body studios for yoga and Pilates, locker rooms and a retail boutique. The project is expected to be complete by March 2013 and also will include a new restaurant, Cedars Woodfire Grill, a fast-casual concept that promotes healthy food choices. It will serve