West Fort Worth Lifestyle November 2014

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Publisher’s Letter

The Spirit of the Westside S

ince Mike and I started the magazine a year ago, I have had the privilege of meeting many of the great business owners that make up the Westside. I really love the uniqueness that all of these shops bring to our community. We have made some very dear friends that have shared their stories with us. Lisa McConnell (jeweler extraordinaire) is one such friend.

We met at a charity event before we even had our publication out. At that time, we were still in the stage of thinking “what have we gotten ourselves into,” but she put a quick stop to that and let us know that we were doing a great thing. In those early days I would stop by on a weekly basis to seek her counsel or just to hear her say, “You are going to do great!” I honestly can’t thank her enough for being the behindthe-scenes West FW cheerleader and becoming one of our very close friends.

You will read a couple of different stories on the crown jewel of Westside real estate: the Village at Camp Bowie and the family that started it. Then you will meet the Westsider who knew its value to have a large corporation purchase this property. You will also get to know Lisa Powers and the Camp Bowie District that keeps the boulevard beautiful.

After learning what all of these business owners bring to our community day in and day out, I would like to dedicate this month’s issue to you and just say thank you for keeping the spirit of the Westside alive!

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Departments 8

Good Times

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Around Town

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Hot Spot

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Locally Owned

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Your Neighbor

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What’s Cooking?

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History 101

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Tech Today

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Parting Thoughts

Camp Bowie District beautifies with Lisa Powers at the helm.

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Arts Council of Fort Worth Heart of Gold Awards The Arts Council honored Juana Rosa Daniell and Mac Churchill for their various involvements, achievements and advocation for the arts at the 2nd annual Heart of Gold Awards luncheon. This year’s event was co-chaired by Ginny Tigue and Louise Appleman.

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ning our capes for the Superhero Run because we believe every child deserves a life free from harm.”

In 2013, over 350 CASA volunteers – superheroes – agreed.

They joined CASA of Tarrant County by serving as friends of the court, speaking up for children who were placed in foster care.

Volunteers raised their voices against the unspeakable atrocities of child abuse and neglect and served 802 children in Tarrant County. But the need for courageous advocates is still great. Tarrant County has the second highest child abuse rate in the state, and over 350 children are still waiting on the voice of a crusading CASA volunteer. There are yet mighty deeds to be done!

For more information on the Superhero Run/Walk or CASA of Tarrant County, call 817.877.5891or visit SpeakUpForAChild.org.

The event also includes costume contests and prizes. Join us as we celebrate the everyday superheroes who are making a difference in the lives of abused and neglected children.

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Rive Maceado of Oscar’s Pub fame will have his own food truck “Sanchos Taco’s” starting November 4th. Darryll Ireland is doing ribs and chicken every Thursday available for pick up at The Mule pub.

On Saturday, November 8, from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., visit this show of 40 vendors featuring handmade items especially for the holiday season along with homemade backed goodies. The event takes place at Arlington Heights United Methodist Church, 4200 Camp Bowie Blvd., Fort Worth, 76107. Parking available on the west side of the church, three minutes west of the Museum District. A light luncheon is available from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

The bazaar is sponsored by Handbell Ministry of AHUMC. Free admission.

(The T) special Parade of Lights shuttles toand-from Farrington Field and the parade, beginning at 2 p.m. and ending at 10 p.m.

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XTO ENERGY PARADE OF LIGHTS BRINGING HOLIDAY SPIRIT On Friday, November 28, hundreds of illuminated floats and tens of thousands of North Texans will fill the streets of Downtown Fort Worth for the 32nd annual XTO Energy Parade of Lights. The parade’s reserved seating program, Street Seats, is back for 2014, and seats are currently available for sale online at FortWorthParadeOfLights.org. Parade producers are encouraging all who want reserved Street Seats to “act fast,” as they have sold out several weeks’ prior to the event in previous years.

Prices start at $9.50.

The very popular Gold Seats are also back, with perks including complimentary hot chocolate, padded chairs, and private portable restroom facilities. Prices start at $26.50.

New for 2014 is a partnership with the Worthington Renaissance Fort Worth Hotel, which is offering elevated and tiered “Renaissance Worthington Deluxe Seating” on the west side of Houston Street at 2nd Street. There are only 240 luxury seats staged on six rows, as the entire system is elevated 48” from the ground with incredible views. Perks include complimentary valet parking, hot chocolate, access to climate-controlled restrooms, and “grab & go” snack / beverage offerings available for purchase. Prices are $85.50 per seat.

Returning for the third year in a row is the Mrs. Renfro’s Salsa Night of Lights Fitness Walk, a 1.58-mile walk around the parade route in front of thousands of spectators prior to the beginning of the parade. Participants will receive souvenir lights and reserved seating at the conclusion of the walk.

Prices to participate are $20 for children and $22.50 for adults, and online registration is available now. Attendees may ride the Fort Worth Transportation Authority’s 10

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CASA of Tarrant County will host its 1st Annual Superhero Run at Globe Life Park in Arlington on December 13. The event will support advocacy for children in foster care, and is a fantastically fun, family friendly, action-packed way of making a big difference in a child’s life. CASA of Tarrant County is preparing for over 500 big and little superheroes from around the community who will run and walk for the most important cause imaginable.

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Blue Mesa Grill Article Matthew Smith | Photography Ann Beck

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n a recent Saturday at Blue Mesa Grill, Executive General Manager Dennis McFarlin prepared to marry a couple who had hired him to cater their wedding. No, McFarlin hadn’t fallen in love over an hors d’oeuvres menu and champagne toast; he was simply filling in for the couple’s pastor, who canceled at the last minute. Has McFarlin married anyone before?

“I married my wife!” he quips.

Jokes aside, McFarlin plans to perform another wedding a few days later. If this continues, he can begin to advertise his ministerial services to complement Blue Mesa’s popular catering business. An ordained minister, McFarlin’s willingness to wear multiple hats sums up his dedication to customers.

“The way I see it, we’re in the event business,” says McFarlin of his restaurant.

Fort Worth’s Blue Mesa Grill, located at 1600 S. University Drive, opened in 2006 as one of five Blue Mesas around the Metroplex. The restaurant’s signature southwestern recipes make inventive use of traditional ingredients, and provide a unique take on the often overworked formula of Tex-Mex. An emphasis on seafood and creative twists — goat cheese enchiladas, anyone? — place Blue Mesa on the top of a crowded field. It also doesn’t hurt that the restaurant has managers like Dennis McFarlin.

Fort Worth raised, McFarlin got his first gig as a busboy at the old York Steakhouse on Seminary South in 1974. He quickly graduated to cook, a promotion that had less to do with his culinary abilities than with his energy and gusto for the business.

McFarlin went on to open 126 locations, which brought him into contact with a wide swath of the North Texas restaurant industry. This eventually led to his involvement with Blue Mesa, named for a margarita offered at one of McFarlin’s previous restaurants. At first, the North Texas food press didn’t know what to do with Blue Mesa Grill.

“I think we helped change Fort Worth dining,” says McFarlin.

“At the time, the Taste of Fort Worth events were comprised of a lot of chains. The Fort Worth Star-Telegram didn’t even have a category for our type of restaurant. We had people asking, ‘What’s a kwes-a-dillo?’”

In the years since, Blue Mesa Grill has carved out a clear niche for itself. The day of the aforementioned wedding, the restaurant hosted a wide range of patrons, from effervescent TCU students to parents with toddlers, with most everyone gravitating to the outdoor patio. When asked to describe the restaurant’s appeal, Kitchen Manager Manny Huerta gives credit where credit is due.

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“We make everything from scratch,” says Huerta. “Nothing comes from cans, and people can tell the difference.”

In addition to fresh ingredients and stellar food, McFarlin cites his customers and community partnerships as additional keys to Blue Mesa’s success. These partnerships range from Blue Mesa’s support of the Lena Pope Home, to several monthly events to support local schools, charities and civic groups.

Always ready to try new things, McFarlin recently debuted Blue Mesa Grill’s signature spin on Sunday brunch.

“Hotels and country clubs charge $40 for an all-you-can-eat Sunday brunch. We asked ourselves, ‘What can we do for $16?’ says McFarlin.

With chicken and mushroom enchiladas, eggs Benedict and Belgian waffles, the brunch offers all the variety of a resort buffet at a fraction of the cost, and is cooked fresh throughout the morning. These efforts to continually find new ways to satisfy customers sums up the Blue Mesa Grill philosophy.

“It’s fun and exciting to get together each month and come up with new ideas,” says Huerta. “Food is our passion, but it’s our customers and the family atmosphere that keeps us here.”

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Locally Owned

Prospering the Boulevard Camp Bowie District, Inc., Beautifies the Boulevard with Lisa Powers at the Helm Article Martha Helton | Photography Ann Beck

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ark outside of one of the many fine restaurants on Camp Bowie Boulevard and exit your car. Perhaps without realizing it, you step out onto some Fort Worth history...an old, red brick road. These are the iconic Texas Thurber bricks dating back to the ‘20s. That rich history is something not to take for granted, but to be preserved and enjoyed. This, in part, is happening through the partnership of the City of Fort Worth and Camp Bowie District, Inc., with Lisa Powers in the driver’s seat.

“I hear stories daily of memories of Camp Bowie. Whether it’s about ‘cruising’ the boulevard or catching a movie or band at Ridglea Theater,” says Powers, president of Camp Bowie District, Inc., a not-forprofit public improvement organization created 14 years ago.

From eclectic art galleries, noted museums, delish restaurants and unique shops, to a richly diverse music scene, Camp Bowie District boasts more than 800 businesses encompassing a 9-mile stretch-that’s 30 blocks--extending from University to 820. There are three sections to the District: The Bricks (University Drive to I-30), Ridglea (I-30 to Alta Mere) and Camp Bowie West (Alta Mere to 820, including the infamous traffic circle). Each section offers its own unique atmosphere.

Camp Bowie District was established

by Patsy Cantrell, Mac Churchill, Holt Hickman, and Morris Gardner in 2000.

They garnered support from commercial property owners to levy an additional assessment on their property taxes. These dollars are collected by the City of Fort Worth for the purpose of revitalizing Camp Bowie Boulevard.

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for its final approval. Then the city contracts Camp Bowie District to allocate those funds each year to prosper the historical nine-mile stretch of road.

The other arm of CBD is business advocacy through membership. Camp Bowie businesses (merchants) who join become part of a network of fellow business owners, explains Lisa.

“They are provided networking opportunities through our monthly happy hours and other events. They also receive championing of their business through promotional opportunities. But their membership dues also go directly to benefit the boulevard and it’s businesses by contributing to beautification and revitalization.”

A native Houstonian, Powers joined Camp Bowie District, Inc. in 2009 as president. Her job is not just a job--it’s a passion.

“I am the champion of the boulevard,” she says. “My role is to continue the progress of bolstering the prosperity of Camp Bowie. That is everything from project management, budget oversight, B2B communication, marketing and so much more.”

Beautification efforts to enhance and improve the District occur through landscaping, infrastructure improvements and hosting special events (Fort Worth Music Festival, Glory Days Car Show, Camp Bowie Crawl and Camp Bowie Christmas).

Beautifying the District with nature is a big part of CBD’s mission.

“I’m quite proud of the landscaping in the Ridg-

lea area from Bryant Irvin to Hilldale. The roses, dwarf crepe myrtles, cacti, and holly add such a sense of peace and beauty for the Ridglea Urban Village. I am also proud of our continuation of planting trees along the medians and right-of-ways.”

There’s a sense of pride and ownership in the CBD. “You will not find these businesses anywhere else. The local business owners are the heart of the boulevard.

They put their blood, sweat, and tears into their business.” Powers puts her money where her mouth is by shopping the District herself.

“We continue to create an inviting experience for the consumers,” shares Powers.

“The boulevard has everything...from the world-renowned museums and galleries, cupcake shops, music venues, burger and taco joints, wine bars, clothing boutiques, auto dealerships, and...even a jackalope!”

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Your Neighbor

Westside Through and Through Part of the fabric of Westside Fort Worth, Kristi Wilson-Marks sees a bright future for her city Article Douglas Matus | Photography Carolyn Hamm

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o one reps the Westside like Kristi Wilson-Marks. A fourth-generation Fort Worthian and great-granddaughter of the “Father of Ridglea,” Kristi qualifies as a genuine Cowtown blueblood. The Westside is Kristi’s home, in both a literal and spiritual sense. Her great-grandfather, A.C. Luther, developed the area known as Westover Hills in the 1940s and 50s, along with the Ridglea Country Club and the Village at Camp Bowie. As an advocate of the Westside’s past, Kristi fights to expand and protect the area’s historical zones. As

a proponent for its future, she has become something of an ambassador for local businesses, the Westside guru who can recommend the perfect date-night, weekend itinerary or happy-hour hotspot.

The old adage “the more something changes, the more it remains the same” applies to nowhere as truly as Fort Worth.

According to Kristi, the success of new businesses and developments reflects a deeply-rooted graciousness and sense of welcome.

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From Kristi’s perspective, Fort Worthians should shop local not only to support the local economy and promote job growth, but because Fort Worth businesses are straight-up better than anything else. If you’re unsure where to start, then she has some suggestions: Oscar’s Pub, one of the best bars in Fort Worth, has a congenial and welcoming atmosphere, with daily specials and mouth-watering food. In you’re in the market for sushi, check out Little Lilly, which has won accolades from Texas Monthly and Dallas Morning-News. The Ridglea Country Club welcomes new members to its historic grounds and superior dining and sports facilities.

Bluebonnet Bakery, a Fort Worth mainstay, has made its delectable treats with the same tried-and-true recipes for 75 years. As for dog-owners, it’s practically a crime to not take advantage of Fort Woof, an off-leash dog zone in Gateway Park. Ladies who want a fresh look should experience the transformative powers of Lemongrass Salon, or shop Maven Boutique for unique clothes, jewelry and home goods.

As if the current bounty of local options isn’t enough, Kristi sees more great things in store for the city she loves.

“As for the future, Fort Worth will only continue to progress,” says Kristi. “You have to hand it to this community — our city has never been more beautiful or fun.”

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Cooking Up Good Times

“We don’t just sell our customers grills,” says Jori Herr of Backyard Grilling Co., “we sell the whole outdoor experience.”

Backyard Grilling Co., located near the intersection of Interstate 20 and the Chisholm Trail Parkway, prides itself on crafting a superior backyard experience for its customers. This family owned and operated business offers not only a staggering array of grills, smokers and

Fort Worth Fashion Forward

West Seventh boutique Lane-Knight exemplifies the benefits shoppers receive when they support local businesses. Owner Dawn Keifer, who studied fashion merchandising at TCU and spent years working at all levels of the retail industry, serves up the fruits of her experience to each and every customer that comes through the doors.

Lane-Knight offers trend-defining apparel, handbags, jewelry and accessories at its store and online, and she constantly refines its stock to suit the tastes of her Fort Worth clientele.

“I get to know my shoppers well and understand what they’re looking for. Whenever I buy, I tailor the store’s stock to my customers,” says Keifer.

A Fort Worth lifer, Keifer understands that the community itself is the secret to her success.

“National retailers come and go in Fort Worth,” explains Ms. Keifer. “The demographics are here, but the big retailers don’t realize how loyal people are to their local businesses.”

Making Waves, Year After Year

Leslie Rice Winterrowd has come full-circle in the hair business. The daughter of Judy Rice, founder of Goldwaves Salon, Leslie grew up in the industry and worked after college for Aveda Cosmetics. In 2000, she joined her mother’s business, and in the time since has seen Goldwaves continue to develop its reputation as one of Fort Worth’s premier salons. Repeat customers and referrals make or break salons, and with an owner-stylist that has

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fire rings, but also grilling demos, recipes and a general enthusiasm for outdoor cookery. Backyard Grilling Co. doesn’t just want to sell you a Big Green Egg. They want you to take it home and cook yourself the best burger you’ve ever eaten. Grilling is a national pastime in Texas, and Backyard Grilling Co. helps its customers cook up outdoor events to remember.

“We feel like we promote a way of life that brings family and friends together.

We want our customers to get excited about what they’re purchasing,” says Herr.

served Fort Worth for decades, Goldwaves has client loyalty in spades.

“We have customers that have been seeing my mom for 40 years,” says Ms. Winterrowd. “Some clients are now in their 50s who first came here as students.”

Despite this success, Goldwaves does not rest on its laurels. The salon places a heavy emphasis on employee development, with a 30-week apprenticeship program and bi-monthly training. The end result? Stylists who challenge themselves to ever greater heights in the service of Goldwaves clients.

Past, But Never Passé

Ties 2 the Past contains a wonderland of antiques and collectibles sure to appeal to anyone’s inner American Picker.

Owner Greg Johannesen is, in his own words, “a born horse trader,” and shares his passion for eclectic odds and ends with the assortment of vendors that call his antique mall home. Since Ties 2 the Past relocated to West Camp Bowie, Mr. Johannesen has witnessed a wellspring of support for his singular store.

“We provide people with an alternative choice for their home decor. People want the one-of-a-kind items they can’t find elsewhere,” says Mr. Johannesen.

Ties 2 the Past cultivates a homey atmosphere that makes shopping feel like a social call. In an era of big box stores with identical floor plans and indistinguishable products, Ties 2 the Past stands as a refreshing alternative.

Stop in to browse, and you’re likely to take a little of its charm home with you.

Nobody Does It Better Than Mama

Named for “Mama” Biggs, the motherin-law of founder Ed Stebbins, Mama’s Pizza has set the standard for North Texas pizza for over 40 years. With eight locations in and around Fort Worth, Mama’s Pizza’s signature East Coast-style crust continues to tantalize taste buds and embarrass chain competitors.

Mama’s Pizza has won over 300 awards over the years, including multiple nods from Fort Worth

Plenty of ‘Unfinished’ Business

Fort Worth’s oldest unfinished furniture store, Nayfa’s Furniture at 7936 Camp Bowie West stands as a testament to the unadorned beauty and practicality of durable, all-wood home furnishing. Owner Jim Nayfa - who graduated from Pascal High School and played football at TCU - has Fort Worth roots deeper than a live oak’s, and prides himself on service and long-term customer relationships.

“If my customers are happy, I’m happy,” says Mr. Nayfa. “As long as you take care of people, they keep coming back.”

Star-Telgram for Best Pizza. Jordan Scott, who took the reins of Mama’s in 2003, has developed his restaurant’s proud legacy with multiple new locations to better serve the Fort Worth community. With people around Fort Worth having grown up on Mama’s Pizza, it’s only fitting that the business expands to serve a whole new generation.

After all these years, the secret to Mama’s success is simple: “We’re not in it for the big numbers,” says Mr. Scott. “We’re in it for the quality.”

Repeat local customers form the backbone of Nayfa’s business, and it’s not uncommon for children to inherit Nayfa pieces from their parents, then return to buy new furniture for their own kids. With the ability to custom make furniture in everything from pine, to oak and maple, Jim Nayfa ensures that the interiors of Fort Worth homes do justice to the singular characters of Fort Worth residents.

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The Cakes of Your Wildest Dreams

Sugar Biscuit, a Cakery has transformed Bluebonnet Circle into a locus of temptation for pedestrians with a sweet tooth. The brainchild of Ratna Goenardi, this neighborhood bakery produces exquisitely designed artisanal cakes and cupcakes. Customers lured in through the whimsical wares in the display window can enjoy cupcakes decorated with everything from Darth Vader to the TCU logo.

Those in the market for a custom cake, however, receive the full benefit of Ms. Goenardi’s expansive talents. As much a

part of the community as the neighbors she serves, Ms. Goenardi, who graduated from TCU, is proud to contribute to the area’s revitalization.

“It’s amazing how Bluebonnet Circle has grown,” says Ms. Goenardi. “People here appreciate the great value and sense of community when you shop and eat local.”

Thanks to Sugar Biscuit, it’s now even easier to experience the sweet satisfaction of supporting local business.

The Flower That Never Fades

TCU Florist has given its customers a reason to shop local for over 65 years.

Long before the internet commoditized the art of floral arrangement, TCU Florist set a standard for personal service that customers continue to treasure. Nobody knows this better than Melissa Ward-Block, whose parents purchased TCU Florist back in 1995.

“I came to help out one holiday season, and I’ve been here ever since,” says Ms. Ward-Block.

The staff at TCU Florist averages 10 years on the team, and brings this experience to bear on personalized service apparent in the design of every arrangement. Many customers have frequented TCU Florist for as long as Ms. WardBlock can remember, a testament to her business’s deep neighborhood roots. The sense of community extends to other businesses, as well.

“The businesses around here help and support each other,” Ms. Ward-Block explains. “You just don’t see that kind of cooperation among the chains.”

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Superheroes For Sale

Many people fail to recognize what comic and game stores bring to their communities. Not only do they provide access to specialized products, but many foster communal spaces where neighbors can bond over shared passions for comics, collectibles and tabletop games.

Candace Kormos is the manager of Bluebonnet Circles’s Collected Comics and Games. A longtime employee of North Texas comics shops, Ms. Kormos credits Collected’s success to

Friendship on Aisle Four

Nothing defines small town life like the local grocery store. Whether you’ve stopped in to gossip or grab some dinner, these markets serve as the hearts of their communities. Fort Worth has managed to keep many trappings of small town life, and no business displays this better than Roy Pope Grocery. Owner Bob Lawrence got involved 38 years ago when the previous owner, his fatherin-law, needed some help. This familial approach sits at the center of Roy Pope’s identity and infuses every aspect of the

the inclusiveness of owners Ron Killingsworth and Brent Erwin.

“Ron and Brent have a pretty incredible dedication to our customers,” says Ms. Kormos. “We’re always trying to bring in people from the community and making room in the shop for different games.”

This customer-centric approach has paid dividends for Collected, which now has four locations. Whether you’re a competitive player of Magic: The Gathering, a family who wants to take advantage of the board game library, or a lapsed fan curious about Spider-Man’s latest adventures, Collected has got you covered.

store’s operation. Customers can expect goods tailored to suit local tastes and produce purchased from local farmers. All this takes a little extra effort, but that’s how Roy Pope Grocery has done things since 1943. As for Mr. Lawrence, he wouldn’t have it any other way.

“We’ve got second and third generation customers here,” says Mr. Lawrence. “That’s the neat thing about a small, independent business: we take care of our customers because they’re our friends.

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New Life for a Fort Worth

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The new owners of the Village at Camp Bowie have big plans for the Westside institution.

Article Douglas Matus | Photography Ann Beck

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ew sights appear as evocative of Fort Worth commerce as Camp Bowie Boulevard’s red-tile roofed businesses.

The centerpiece of the area, the Village at Camp Bowie, has provided a home for retailers and restaurants since A.C. Luther first developed it back in the 1950s. Situated on land that once supported grazing cattle, the Village at Camp Bowie has paralleled the evolution of its home city, from Big D’s sleepy sibling to a modern and bustling center of commerce. The newest owners of the Village, Lincoln Property Company, purchased it in December of 2013. Just the third proprietor of the iconic Ridgelea shopping center, Lincoln Property is poised to continue the Village’s growth, with new developments to ensure that it remains a staple in the lives of Fort Worth residents.

Lincoln Property, a Dallas-based commercial and residential real estate company,

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owns and manages properties across the United States, Mexico and Europe. One of the largest privately held real estate firms in the U.S., Lincoln Property employs 5,000 people and has nearly 30 billion dollars in assets. Another of its North Texas properties, Dallas’s Turtle Creek Village, features over 300,000 square feet of updated luxury retail space in a shopping center originally built in 1969. Lincoln Property, in partnership with local investors, purchased the north portion of the Village at Camp Bowie in October. Lincoln Property completed its acquisition in December, when it bought the southern portion in partnership with a Boston-based private equity firm. The executive vice-president of Lincoln Property, Fort Worth-native Robert Dozier, describes his company’s investment with obvious excitement: “We’ve been interested in the Village since the early 1990s,” says Dozier. “This

is a vital area of Fort Worth, and there’s no more land available on Camp Bowie Boulevard. Barriers to entry make this a key asset, and the Village is well positioned for a mix of tenants and various upgrades.”

Texas has fared much better than the nation-at-large throughout the recent economic downturn. With many businesses relocating to North Texas, Dozier sees the Village at Camp Bowie, and Fort Worth in general, as brimming over with potential.

“Development is happening all over the Metroplex. In these urban neighborhoods, the people are already there, and the areas are getting redeveloped to suit residents’ needs,” says Dozier.

He explains the success of recent Fort Worth developments, such as the West Seventh district, as indicative of the city’s core identity.

“Historically, in Fort Worth you could get anywhere in five minutes. Now it takes 30 minutes to get from the northside to south of I-20. People in Fort Worth aren’t used to travel like that, and so are becoming more true to their neighborhoods. Fort Worth residents want their neighborhood restaurants, services and retailers, and the Village at Camp Bowie is conveniently located for that.”

As for incoming retailers, Fort Worth residents can look forward to a brand-new Sprouts Farmers Market to anchor the Village. The Sprouts will be the primary tenant in a new addition that will add over 40,000 square feet of retail space. Sprouts, which has several locations around North Texas, emphasizes healthy lifestyles and specializes in natural and organic foods.

Sprouts Farmers Market, set to open in the summer of 2015, will join over two dozen current tenants in the Village’s preexistent 236,000 square feet of retail space. As for the future, the Village at Camp Bowie plans to target more new tenants to serve the needs of Westside Fort Worth.

“We’re excited to bring more retailers and restaurants to this area,” says Dozier.

“We want you to be able to go to your local grille, located right in your neighborhood, without having to drive across town.”

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ooking for a new twist on America’s favorite holiday? This year, “Less is More” for Thanksgiving table décor and savory side dishes, according to several florists and chefs, who suggest it’s time to “Go Green” and get back to basics, with simple table arrangements consisting of edible California wildflowers and native plants, along with simple recipes using California’s plentiful fresh vegetables.

First impressions do register, and there are several key tips to maximize the “wow” factor of your holiday table. According to longtime florist Augie Manna, manager of Anne’s Flowers and designer to many top hotels including the Fairmont, the top three things to remember when planning your 2014 holiday décor are: 1) Use “homemade” center pieces and placecards whenever possible, to give a welcoming, “homey” feel; 2) Stay within a color scheme; and, 3) Add at least one “exotic” or expensive item to flowers and food.

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yards and gardens. Take it one step further, and utilize pretty “edible” flowers abundant in California, Arizona, Utah and Nevada, such as juliflora (the Mesquite flower), prickly pear cactus flowers, manzanita, canaigre and even dandelions (yes, they are edible).

With a bud vase, a few flowers and some holiday ribbon, anyone can easily create impressive place settings that add a festive touch without breaking your budget. The third tip to creating a homemade arrangement which still looks elegant is to add one “exotic” touch, such as the Bird of Paradise flower, which tops our easy arrangement.

The traditional Thanksgiving colors of brown, orange and gold are an easy “safe” option. But, according to Manna, the purple in the Bird of Paradise is a hot accent color this year for Thanksgiving, adding burst of contrast and elegance. Include mini-pumpkins down the center of the table or along the buffet line, and accent with simple backyard greens, such as eucalyptus leaves, ivy or pine boughs. Pine cones serve as innovative placecard holders.

To create our impressive holiday centerpieces, simply start with a clear glass vase. Next, place an assortment of wildflowers (stems removed), green leaves and even a small gourd in the base of the vase. Gently fill with water halfway up the neck. Tie decorative ribbon around the neck of vase. Place more flowers and leaves into neck of vase; fill to top with water. Finally, top the vase with a Bird of Paradise (or two, for more fullness).

We also love the idea of repurposing used liquor bottles and wine bottles as unique decanters for ice water on the table. Simply soak old bottles in warm water to remove the labels, then tie a decorative bow around the bottle neck to coordinate with your centerpiece ribbon.

Getting “back to basics” is also a current trend popular in area restaurants and easy to integrate into your Thanksgiving table.

More and more chefs are promoting the “farm-to-table” movement which focuses on utilizing the freshest local ingredients.

A star in the farm-to-table movement, Chef Bill Blackburn, owner of Blackburn’s

Farm-to-Table Restaurant in Corona, California, explains, “It’s not only the flavor that improves when using fresh local ingredients, you are actually creating food which is better for your body, free of pesticides and chemicals.”

Your guests will devour our unique update on classic stuffing, featuring tasty artichokes. This “Artichoke Olive Stuffing,” a savory blend packed with parmesan, is not only delicious, but easy to make. Don’t like artichokes? Simply replace them with asparagus tips or hearts of palm. Kalamata olives make a great substitute for green olives, if you prefer, and try a bit of feta cheese with the parmesan, for a truly Mediterranean twist on this stuffing. Notably, even though Chef Blackburn is devoted to using fresh ingredients, he suggests using dried herbs when making stuffing and other baked goods, as the flavors blend more evenly and intensely.

While Thanksgiving can be a diet disaster with all the heavy gravy, the high-carb rolls, and the fatty potato casseroles, you can keep dessert calories under control with this unique “Skinny Pumpkin Cream Pie.” Best of all, your guests will never guess it has half the calories and a third of the fat grams of traditional pumpkin pie.

How do we do it? We simply replaced some of the heavy cream with fat-free sweetened condensed milk and start with a simple, homemade reduced-calorie pastry shell. But, if you’re pressed for time, the pie is equally delicious and nearly as skinny in a pre-made shell. We top it with a light cream cheese frosting for added flavor.

Then, we take a tip from Chef Blackburn, who is known to utilize unique, local ingredients in his menus at his restaurant, creating dishes which are visually appealing as well as delicious.

“Adding a garnish of an edible flower is an easy, impressive way to make an ordinary dish become extraordinary,” says Chef Blackburn. Here, we add a unique touch which will keep your friends talking long after the holiday, topping the pumpkin cream pie with bright red prickly pear cactus flowers. continued >

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Place the ¼ cup of cold water in a glass measuring cup, then add the vegetable shortening until mixture equals 1 cup of water and shortening combined. Lightly press down shortening to eliminate air bubbles. Then, using a large spoon, gently scoop out shortening from measuring cup and add to flour mixture (discard remaining water in measuring cup). Cut shortening into the flour mixture, using a pastry cutter, until small dough balls form. Add the 8 tablespoons of ice water, one at a time, and continue mixing. If dough appears too hard, add additional water. Chill dough in refrigerator if it’s too soft.

Form dough into a ball. Roll out dough, and place in a 9-inch pie pan.

Light Cream Cheese Frosting:

• 8 ounces reduced-fat (Neufchatel) cream cheese • 1 cup powdered sugar • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Instructions: Place all ingredients in large bowl; beat until smooth.

Refrigerate until ready to use.

Pie Instructions: Preheat oven to 425°F. Combine pumpkin, condensed milk, egg substitute and spices in a large bowl. Beat until just smooth; pour into pastry shell. Bake at 425° for 15 minutes. Reduce heat to 350° (do NOT remove pie from oven); bake an additional 25-30 minutes, or until knife inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely on a wire rack. Store in refrigerator. Top with Light Cream Cheese Frosting when ready to serve, and garnish with edible local flowers, such as prickly pear cactus flowers or dandelions.

Yield: 8 servings. Per serving: Calories: 252; Fat 6.0g (2g saturated fat); Carbs: 42g; Protein: 8g; Cost Per Serving: $1.03.

Artichoke Olive Stuffing

• 1 loaf (1 pound) sourdough bread, cubed into ½ inch pieces • 2 jars (6 ounces each) marinated artichoke hearts, drained and diced

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1¼ cup grated parmesan cheese 1 teaspoon dried rosemary 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon ground black pepper 1 pound mushrooms, rinsed, trimmed & sliced 1 tablespoon butter 1 large onion (1/2 pound), chopped ¾ cup chopped celery 2 tablespoons minced garlic ½ cup green olives or Kalamata olives, sliced (some whole for top) 2 teaspoons poultry seasoning 2¼ cups reduced-sodium chicken broth 1 large egg

Instructions: Preheat oven to 350°F. In a large bowl, gently stir together bread, artichoke hearts, parmesan and rosemary; set aside. In a large skillet over high heat, melt butter and cook mushrooms, onion, celery and garlic, stirring frequently, until vegetables are lightly brown (about 15-18 minutes). Pour vegetables into a large bowl. Pour ¼ cup of broth into skillet, stir to scrape up browned bits. Add broth mixture to veggies. Pour remaining 2 cups broth over bread mixture; add poultry seasoning. Stir well to combine. Add salt and pepper.

Make an indentation in stuffing; add egg. Beat egg with fork until blended; stir egg into stuffing. Gently fold in sliced olives (reserve some whole olives to place decoratively on top of stuffing, if baking in casserole). Spoon stuffing into 9-by-13-inch casserole dish. For moister stuffing, cover with foil; for crustier stuffing, do not cover. Bake about 45-55 minutes, until hot in center or lightly browned. Note: Stuffing can be made one day ahead; simply make stuffing, place in casserole, cover with foil and store in refrigerator. Increase baking time by about 15 minutes for chilled stuffing. Yield: 8 servings. Per

serving: Calories: 195; Fat 6.4g; Carbs: 28g; Protein: 9g; Fiber: 2.7g; Cholesterol: 27mg. Cost Per Serving: $.86.

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History 101

Topping Ridges and Transforming Pastures Words Juliet George

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n the naming of British places, suffixes –ly, -ley, and -leigh come from leah -- a wood or a clearing in a wood. Merriam-Webster includes the suffix –lea and indicates that it is used to identify arable land, temporarily used as a pasture. The founders of Ridglea (originally spelled Ridgelea) were referring to ridges in the landscape that run in several directions.

One of the principal movers-and-shakers raised cattle on his acreage (along present-day Camp Bowie Boulevard) before creating that tony suburb west of Fort Worth, conceived in the 1920s.

Ridglea’s founders envisioned a unified Mediterranean-style village encompassing commercial as well as residential properties. When landscape architect Otto Phillips translated the dreams of Bernie Letcher Anderson, Morris Berney, Arlie Clayton Luther and John Turner Luther into a preliminary study, his site plan showed shopping centers, apartments, offices, a theater and a space set aside for civic, educational, religious or charitable purposes.

Tennessee-born Fort Worth cotton broker Neil P. Anderson’s son and son-in-law Bernie Letcher Anderson and Morris Berney - collaborated to form real estate and construction companies. They launched what would become Ridglea to the north and south of the road extending west beyond Camp Bowie Boulevard – the road to Weatherford – part of the Bankhead Highway system.

Another Tennessean, Arlie Clayton Luther, also became interested in real estate. While working in Florida, he met two men involved in the construction of a new enclave for Fort Worth’s very rich, Westover Hills. Luther came to Fort Worth, worked on Westover’s further

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development, and paid $400 an acre for a few miles of pastureland west of Arlington Heights. Younger brother John Turner Luther left the University of Missouri to join him on the new project. With the coming of the Great Depression and World War II, the venture did not grow rapidly. A.C.’s son-in-law, Earl Wilson, came on board after concluding his military service. Ridglea really came into its own in the 1940s and 1950s. The City of Fort Worth recognized the value of the place and annexed Ridglea and Ridglea Village in 1944.

Second and third generations of the Luther family continue to work for preservation of the built environment and to continue encouraging independent businesses to invest in locations fronting on, and veering off of, Camp Bowie Boulevard. Patsy Luther Cantrell, J.T.’s daughter, helped found what is now the Camp Bowie District, and manages Ridglea Construction Company. Stephen Earl Wilson and Kristilea Wilson-Marks, grandson and great-granddaughter of A.C., maintain Ridglea Interests.

Curzon Place gained a state historical marker in 2012, and the recently restored Ridglea Theater has also been designated a state landmark.

“My uncle and my dad saw Ridglea

as a hub for the west side, and built it by carefully selecting the right businesses that complemented each other,” Cantrell ref lected. “It’s been a part of my life for so long,” she told Fort Worth Star-Telegram reporter Sandra Baker after the Luthers and Wilsons sold the original commercial properties in 2003 to a group with plans to take the urban village concept further, with more pedestrian and community areas.

“More retailers are now looking to neighborhood centers, marketed as lifestyle centers, instead of building locations or finding spaces in malls,” Baker noted. It seems that Ridglea’s founders were ahead of their time.

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avigating the world’s third-busiest airport – Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) – just got easier with the latest release of the Official DFW Airport Mobile App for mobile devices. Customers downloading Version 2.0 of the DFW Mobile App will find a host of added new conveniences, including a voice concierge, integrated social media capabilities, a restaurant / shop finder and customizable weather information.

The free download is available for Apple iOS and Android.

“Customers will find the latest version of our mobile app to be simple and fluid as they use it to discover everything there is to love about DFW Airport,” said Ken Buchanan, executive vice president for revenue management at DFW. “The Mobile App gives DFW customers clear, consistent and friendly functionality to enhance their entire Airport experience.”

The groundbreaking first version of the Official DFW Airport Mobile App technology at DFW pioneered the integration of parking information and flight change notifications for airport mobile apps. Version 2.0 incorporates the following key new features: Voice Concierge: The Voice Concierge allows customers to use their voice to ask for information about DFW Airport, from flights to restaurants to shops and parking.

Restaurant / Shop Finder: This feature can point customers to any of the 270+ concessions outlets at the Airport, including those nearest to your current location or less than five minutes from your gate.

Weather: This module lets customers pull up-to-date weather information for DFW and for their destination, as well as alerts for severe weather conditions.

Integrated Social Media: This feature allows customers to easily access DFW Airport’s Facebook, Twitter, Foursquare, Instagram and YouTube feeds to get the latest information or engage with the Airport team.

The DFW Airport Mobile App will also receive significant upgrades for these existing features:

Flights: The redesigned Flights interface gives passengers easier access to flight information including push notifications and a notifications inbox, a flight search feature, and the ability to save and retrieve stored flight information, and Voice Concierge integration to look up flight data.

Parking: The Parking functionality lets customers receive continuously updated information about DFW Parking, including availability and rates for Valet, Terminal, Express, and Remote Parking.

Home Screen: Version 2.0 of the DFW Airport Mobile App features a brand new home screen, complete with a side tray navigation drawer and a refreshed look and feel.

Feedback: The popular feedback module returns with survey questions and the ability to provide direct feedback.

To celebrate the release of Version 2.0 of the DFW Airport Mobile App, DFW will hold monthly prize giveaways of an Apple® iPad Mini with Retina Display. To participate, To participate, users can simply download the latest version of the app. Customers will be directed to a landing page asking for contact information. Those who submit the completed form will be eligible for the monthly drawing, with one winner selected each month through November 2014.

For more information on Version 2.0 of the Official DFW Airport Mobile App visit http://www.dfwairport.com/mobileapp.

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Lifestyle Calendar

NOVEMBER 1

November

STAR PARTY AT THE NOBLE PLANETARIUM MUSEUM OF SCIENCE AND HISTORY

Join the Noble Planetarium staff from dusk until 10:30 p.m. for a free monthly event to gaze at the stars and sky. Expert astronomers will be on hand to teach amateurs how to spot constellations and other celestial objects. 1600 Gendy St.

NOVEMBER 6 FREE UNIVERSITY EVENING KIMBELL ART MUSEUM

Staff, faculty and students from local colleges are invited to enjoy complimentary admission to the Kimbell to view the current special exhibition from 4 to 6 p.m. Registration is required at KimbellArt.org. 3333 Camp Bowie Blvd.

Blower cocktail and a gallery tour starting at 5 p.m.

Café Modern will be open for dinner until 8:30 p.m. with featured specials. Call 817.840.2157 for more information. 3200 Darnell St.

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Get a head start on holiday shopping at Conrad Creative, which offers custom gift baskets, women’s clothes, accessories and more. Plus, enjoy wine, beer and appetizers while you shop after hours from 5-7 p.m. 4911 Camp Bowie Blvd.

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HEALTHSOURCE CHIROPRACTIC

Mix and mingle with friends on the Boulevard at Dr. Bronson Lester’s HealthSource Chiropractic office. Enjoy complimentary cocktails and appetizers, courtesy of Camp Bowie District. RSVP to rsvpcbd@gmail.com. 3330 West 7th St.

Featuring prints from the museum’s collection, as well as illustrated books from the research library, this new exhibit explores the evolution of American woodcut—a printmaking technique that involves carving an image into a block of wood. On display until January.

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OPENS NOVEMBER 15 Known for expressive, colorful paintings that vary in theme and topic, Jules de Balincourt will showcase some of his most recent works in this new exhibition, which is his first solo showcase in Texas. On display until Jan. 25.

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NOVEMBER 22 THE POLAR EXPRESS: AN IMAX EXPERIENCE MUSEUM OF SCIENCE AND HISTORY

Hop aboard The Polar Express as it once again pulls into the Omni Theater at the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History. This holiday classic will show through Dec. 23. Get showtimes and tickets at FWMuseum.org. 1600 Gendy St.

NOVEMBER 27 YMCA TURKEY TROT AT CAMP BOWIE BLVD. & WESTRIDGE AVE.

Run the 33rd annual Turkey Trot, which offers a 1K, 5K and 10K race for individuals and families! Early registration ends Nov. 9. Visit Fort Worth YMCA Turkey Trot on Facebook for more information.

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Parting Thoughts

Like a Good Neighbor….

Words Lisa Harrison

W

e’ve all seen the commercials for the insurance company. For years they’ve told us they’ll be there, just like a good neighbor. But I’ve been hearing many conversations lately that make me wonder what’s happened to our ‘Good Neighbor’ mentality.

Growing up in the 1970s in Ridglea, I knew each and every one of my neighbors quite well. The Cunninghams and Caseys lived next door. The Taylors, McMichaels, Adams and Richmonds all lived across the street. I went to school with their kids, some of whom were my age, some a few years older or younger. Age didn’t matter when we spent endless summer nights playing flashlight tag and ghost in the graveyard. When any of them went on vacation we could earn a bit of spending money taking out their trash, collecting mail or feeding various pets. And then there was Aunt Martha. She wasn’t anyone’s aunt but that’s what we all called her. She and her husband didn‘t have any children but she was the most loved woman on the block. She kept a calendar with every child’s birthday and each year she made us a bag of popsicles for our special day. These weren’t just silly frozen juice popsicles.

This old-fashioned recipe involved cooking Jello and several other ingredients to make the best popsicles ever. She froze them in those metal trays with the handle you had to pop up to release the square cubes. She kept track of our favorite flavors and made sure our bag had more of those than any other. Mine was root beer.

I learned important life lessons from these folks. I learned how to fine tune my sales pitch whether I was selling cookies for

the Girl Scouts or cases of fruit for the marching band. I learned to write thank you notes for bags of popsicles. I learned I didn’t want to be a dog owner thanks to the McMichael’s two black labs and the doggie doo-doo scooping. And I learned that loving thy neighbor involves shoveling Aunt Martha’s driveway and not getting paid to do so. If you have knowledge of the Blizzard of ’79 that crippled Chicago, then you know there was a lot of shoveling.

But today, I hear friends talk about not knowing any of their neighbors. I hear them complain about the neighbor with the loud music or the bouncing basketball late at night. I sit through homes association meetings where folks want some volunteer board member to tell a neighbor how to take care of their property or when to put out their trash. I jog mile after mile along the streets of our lovely community and am amazed at the number of dog owners who ignore the responsibility of doo-doo scooping that comes with dog ownership.

At what point did we forget our responsibility to be good neighbors? When did we stop talking to our neighbors? Building relationships builds community. If you don’t know your neighbors, the ones whose homes flank yours, I hope you’ll step outside of your comfort zone this spring, ring the bell and introduce yourself. Make yourself available and share your concerns in person.

It builds a better neighborhood. It’ll build a better community.

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