Southlake Style February 2023

PUBLISHER

Mike Tesoriero

Mike@SouthlakeStyle.com

SALES & MARKETING DIRECTOR

Nicole Tesoriero

Nicole@SouthlakeStyle.com

ASSISTANT EDITOR

David Dunn

David@SouthlakeStyle.com

CREATIVE DIRECTOR

Bruce Sons

ADVERTISING SERVICES MANAGER

Andrea Hatchett

Andrea@SouthlakeStyle.com

OFFICE COORDINATOR

Kelly Rose

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Matti Pennington

Anita Robeson

Connie Cooley

CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

BluDoor Studios

dog gone

Before we had children, Nicole and I were lucky enough to share a home with two cats. As much as we loved Bailey and Sammy, we don’t waiver in the realization we are dog people. At our magazine’s office or at the playing fields on weekends, if you’ve been around the Tesorieros, then you’ve met our top dogs Sparky and Rory.

We know you love your dogs too, and it showed through all of the photos submitted to our Stylin’ Pets photo gallery. Check out our favorites of your dogs around town this month. We especially liked the photo of our cover boy Trevor enjoying some family time in Southlake Town Square.

The famed American wildlife photographer and author Roger Caras was credited with saying, "dogs are not our whole life, but they make our lives whole." This statement really hit home all too recently, as our family said goodbye to Sparky, the most loyal and loving friend we could ever have. For more than 12 years, he was by our side, even on road trips where he logged over 30,000 miles nestled in the cockpit of our RV headed to his favorite destinations in Colorado and New Mexico.

Good dogs will travel — and we all have so many photos to share. Thank you to the families who shared theirs with us this month. Our theme of “dogs around town” is in memory of Sparky and all the good dogs out there. Whether they are with us or after they are gone, our lives are forever changed for the better.

Mike Tesoriero | Publisher Mike@SouthlakeStyle.com

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DRAGON PALOOZA CARROLL SENIOR HIGH BASEBALL COMPLEX

FEB. 11

Kick off the 2023 Dragon Baseball season at the reigning state champion’s much-anticipated annual fundraising event. The fun starts with free clinics for 4U-16U players. All Dragon fans will have the opportunity to bid on silent auction items and purchase specially-designed team spirit wear. The day’s festivities lead up to the coveted matchup between Coach Vucan’s Varsity Dragons and a squad of Carroll Alumni greats.

10 Animal Shelter Donation Ideas

Animals always need a towel for bath time.

You can never go wrong with dog biscuits or other treats.

A roll of paper towels can help clean up their mess...

… as well as trash bags.

Potty pads are a necessity as pets get acclimated to their surroundings.

Q-tips help get to those hard-to-reach places.

A nice, fluffy blanket keeps pets calm and comfortable.

A leash will help keep your four-legged friends in check.

Pet carriers help take them to their forever homes.

Gifting a vehicle can provide a wealth of life-saving care for animals in need.

Visit:

OperationKindness.org/Other-Ways-To-Give/

Gym-goers thin out, leaving treadmills readily available.

GRAMMY STATE OF MIND Beyonce, Lizzo and Wille are among 15 Texans up for awards.

TABLE TALK Make a Valentine’s reservation before it's too late.

SOUTH BY SOUTHWEST

Frenzied flights cost carrier over $800 million in refunds.

FITNESS HIATUS

FEBRUARY SUBMISSION

Aloha, Ohana

The Goel family enjoys a relaxing vacation on Oahu, Hawaii with Southlake Style

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Meet Mariah Burnell, DO

Our newest physician, Mariah Burnell, DO, has experience caring for patients of all ages, from newborns to geriatrics, and offers a wide range of primary care services, including managing chronic conditions, well visits, and sick care. She also has a special interest in obesity and weight management and is currently pursuing board certification in obesity medicine. Available

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YOU

After his last marriage ended on unsavory terms, Penn Badgley returns as Joe Goldberg in the fourth season of this sexy psychological thriller. This time, Joe has moved across the pond to pose as an English professor, and many attractive young college students are vying to become the apple of his eye. Photo by Netflix

On Netflix

Feb. 9

MAGIC MIKE’S LAST DANCE

Eight years after his alleged last dance, Channing Tatum puts the pants back on for one final performance. We can’t imagine that Salma Hayek is the only one excited to see him go shirtless this Valentine’s Day.

Photo by Claudette Barius

In Theaters

Feb. 10

THE COMPANY YOU KEEP

No worries, “This Is Us” star Milo Ventimiglia won’t be keeping company with a crockpot in this dramatic thriller about a con man’s elaborate schemes.

Photo by Eric McCandless

On ABC Feb. 19

QUEEN OF ME

With over 100 million records sold, three Grammy Award-winning singles and her first album in six years, Shania Twain continues to prove why she’s the queen of country pop. Photo by Lev Radin

TRUE LIES

Arnold Schwarzenegger won’t be back in this television reboot of the 1994 action-comedy film about a spy juggling his double life of espionage and marriage.

Photo by Alan Markfield

On CBS March 1

SOUTHLAKE

stylin' pets

Trevor stays forever young at the fountain in Southlake Town Square’s Frank Edgar Cornish Park.

TREVOR: 1 YEAR OLD

AUSTRALIAN LABRADOODLE

ONE WORD: “Cuddly”

We're back for another year of Southlake Stylin' Pets! This time around, we asked our readers and fans to share a portrait of their furry canine friends looking their best at popular spots around town. Here are a few of our favorites from more than 100 submissions at SouthlakeStyle.com.

ZOEY 10 YEARS OLD FRENCH BULLDOG ONE WORD: “Loyal”

A loyal companion and a stop at Buc-ee’s make every road trip better.

SOUTHLAKE

stylin' pets

TUCKER 3 YEARS OLD GOLDEN RETRIEVER

ONE WORD: “Energetic”

Tucker is the main attraction in front of The Palace Theatre on Main Street in Grapevine.

YOSHI 1 YEAR OLD POMERANIAN ONE WORD: “Precious”

As the shop dog at Trophy Blooms, Yoshi knows a pop of color makes all the difference.

Kingsley is treated like royalty and lapping up the petfriendly patio vibes at Chef Point in Colleyville.

KINGSLEY 7 YEARS OLD STANDARD POODLE

ONE WORD: “Regal”

SOUTHLAKE

MAXWELL 2 YEARS OLD GREAT DANE ONE WORD: “Sweet”

stylin' pets

It’s a great da-y-ne to be a Dragon at Walnut Grove Elementary.

MAGGIE 4 YEARS OLD YORKSHIRE TERRIER

ONE WORD: “Adventurous”

Don’t let her cute looks fool you — Maggie is tough enough to even handle a weekend trip to Costco.

DANKIE 4 YEARS OLD AMERICAN STAFFORDSHIRE TERRIER

ONE WORD: “Confident”

Fetching rays at Lake Grapevine’s sunset.

EVEN MORE STYLIN’ PETS!

- Roger Caras

“ Dogs are not our whole lives, but they make our lives whole.

SPOTLIGHT

A HELPING HAND

GRACE volunteers feed over 400 families

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SOPHOMORE PERFORMS AT CARNEGIE HALL

Malaika Nair made a special trip to New York City for the High School Honors Performance Series at Carnegie hall. In January, the Southlake Carroll sophomore joined performers from around the world and sang as an alto with the Honors Treble Choir. Studying music for over 10 years, Malaika is a member of several music groups, including the Children’s Chorus of Greater Dallas, the Texas Music Educators All-Region Concert Choir and Carroll’s varsity choir. “I am grateful to have been chosen to be a part of the Honors Performance Series and sing at Carnegie Hall in New York,” Malaika says. “I am so thankful for everyone who has supported me along the way, including my family, friends, directors and all my choir teachers.”

CARROLL ISD DEDICATES CAMPUS FACILITIES

Two Carroll ISD facilities were renamed during a recent Carroll ISD’s board of trustees meeting. The former head football coach and athletic director for the Carroll Dragons, Bob Ledbetter received the distinct honor of having the football field at Dragon Stadium renamed the Bob Ledbetter Field. But he wasn’t the only one honored — the CISD Aquatics Center was also named after Elise Cerami, who drowned in a swimming accident in 2016. “We share her story to raise awareness of water safety in hope of preventing drownings,” Swim4Elise founder and mother Lori Cerami says. “We believe Elise’s legacy continues to have a positive impact in our community, and we are grateful to the city of Southlake for highlighting our efforts.”

DEMARCUS WARE NAMED PRO FOOTBALL HALL OF FAME FINALIST

The Dallas Cowboys’ all-time sacks leader is back on the ballot for the Pro Football Hall of Fame. A Southlake resident and former linebacker, DeMarcus Ware is among 15 finalists being considered for the Hall’s class of 2023. A member of the Super Bowl 50 Champion Denver Broncos, DeMarcus was a nine-time Pro Bowl selection who accounted for 138.5 sacks during 12 seasons in the NFL. This is the second consecutive year DeMarcus has been named a finalist since he became eligible in 2022. The class of 2023 was unveiled on Feb. 9 during the NFL Honors’ broadcast on the NFL Network, NBC and Peacock.

DIGNITY FOR ALL TEXAS STUDENTS RECEIVES $10,000 GRANT

The Dallas Truth, Racial Healing & Transformation organization recently handed out $190,000 to 11 DFW organizations committed to diversity, equity and change — and Dignity For All Texas Students is one of the recipients. Receiving a $10,000 grant from the organization, Dignity For All Texas Students will be launching a newsletter, hosting quarterly community events and offering advocacy opportunities for students and community members this spring. You can learn more about the organization’s upcoming programming at DignityForAllTexasStudents.org.

GRACE DISTRIBUTES MEALS TO OVER 400 FAMILIES

GRACE Grapevine made a big difference in the community over the new year. During its annual food distribution program, the nonprofit provided meals to over 400 families in the community. Their food boxes included canned goods, eggs, butter, milk, cheese, meat and other delightful goods. Not only that, but the GRACE Christmas Cottage also benefited over 878 households last month, with as many as 80 families served in one day. You can help resupply their food pantry by visiting GRACEGrapevine.org and dropping off your donation at 837 E. Walnut Street.

YMSL BUILDS 70 BIKES FOR CHILDREN IN NEED

The Young Men’s Service League stayed busy over the winter break. During its annual Ultimate Gift Project, YMSL partnered with the nonprofit organization 6 Stones to deliver bikes and helmets to children in need. Over 150 boys and their mothers came together to build and deliver 70 bikes to HEB ISD, who in turn gifted the bikes and other presents to the families who needed them most. “The young men and moms of YMSL served over 400 hours to build bikes and assist with distributing them,” vice president of philanthropy Amy Troutman says. “It was an incredibly meaningful service project for our young men when they can collectively make a large impact for other teens in our area.”

CITY WINS TELECOMMUNICATION AWARDS

The Southlake Department of Public Safety always goes above and beyond with keeping the community up to date in fun and creative ways. Their PSAs recently caught the attention of the Texas Association of Telecommunications Officers and Advisors as well, with the department winning not one, but six different awards. During the association’s 26th annual conference, the department won first place in the weather category for its parody video on Heart’s “Alone,” as well as second place for PSA with an operating budget under $250K for its DWI video. Both videos also won merit awards for storytelling and public education alongside its Citizen Survey video, as well as a special community segment featuring Southlake’s very own national fiddle champion Tristan Paskvan.

SOUTHLAKE FAMILY COMMUNITY OUTREACH ORGANIZATION ESTABLISHED

A group of Southlake parents is coming together in an effort to unify the community through service. Founded by seven local families, the Southlake Family Community Outreach organization brings together mothers, fathers and children from seventh grade to high school to volunteer in the community. Collaborating with community partners including GRACE, House Of Shine, the Tarrant Area Food Bank, I Can Still Shine, the Miracle League and Run4Elise, there will be plenty of volunteer opportunities awaiting Southlake Family Community Outreach members this year. New members can sign up all month long at SouthlakeFCO.com.

SPOTLIGHT

CARROLL ISD ATHLETIC HALL OF HONOR ANNOUNCES 2022 INDUCTEES

This year’s Carroll ISD Athletic Hall of Honor will see 10 new inductees enter the class of 2022. Team inductees include the 1992 men’s basketball and the 1993 football teams, while the fan inductee for this year is Eddie Robertson. Current Detroit Lions center and 2014 Carroll graduate Evan Brown will be honored, while Justin Dobbs will represent the 1993 men’s basketball team. Swimmer Elizabeth Dunbar, tennis player Justin Hunter, soccer player Monica Alvarado and volleyball player Cat McCoy are also being inducted, as well as multi-sport athlete Larry Croy from the class of 1967. The new class will be honored during the 2023 Hall of Honor banquet this coming spring.

business

TACO SHOP OPENS IN SOUTHLAKE

A new Mexican restaurant has opened its doors in Southlake. Located next to 7-Eleven on North Carroll Avenue, Taco Shop is the newest Mexican offering in the city. With proteins such as beef, chicken and pork and menu items including tacos, quesadillas, burritos and nachos, diners have several ways to enjoy their favorite Mexican foods. Taco Shop is open from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday at 1101 E. State Hwy. 114, Suite 110.

PERSONALIZED GRAZING AND CAKE POPS BY ALLI COME TOGETHER UNDER ONE ROOF

It’s no secret that Cake Pops By Alli and the charcuterie boards from Personalized Grazing are the stars of any party. But now, both businesses can be found together in the same building. Later this month, both of the Readers’ Choice 2022 winners will be much closer inside the 280 Sports Complex. Cake Pops By Alli will remain upstairs at Suite 247, while Personalized Grazing will take over the booth on the first floor near the front of the complex. You can order from both businesses at 280 Commerce Street.

CARROLL THEATRE DEBUTS “FOOTLOOSE: THE MUSICAL”

The Carroll Theatre department cut loose last month with their successful spring musical "Footloose" based on the 1984 film starring Kevin Bacon. With shows lasting Jan. 26-29 at the Carroll Senior High School auditorium, theater director Jamie Pringle says she loved seeing her students feel energized by part of her childhood. “‘Footloose’ has been such a fun show to bring to Carroll Senior High!” Jamie says. “My favorite part as an 80s kid has been the students telling me how great the music is. I know! We rocked it in the 80s!”

SOUTHLAKE FOUNDATION HOSTS CAREER CONNECTION DAY

Dragons’ future careers came to Carroll Senior High School last month. On Jan. 28, the Southlake Foundation hosted Career Connection Day, where they introduced students to different industries and careers they have to look forward to after graduation. This come-and-go event featured several different company booths, speakers and presentations showcasing fields such as business, medicine, technology, law, aviation, architecture, journalism and finance. It was a great afternoon of career and connection for area students.

UNIVERSAL THEME PARK COMING TO FRISCO

Universal has announced the development of its newest theme park and resort, and it’ll be opening in Frisco. According to a media release, the new 97-acre park will include rides, shows, character meet-and-greets, food, a hotel and merchandise celebrating Universal’s most beloved icons. “We are excited about the opportunity to partner with the city of Frisco as we work to bring this innovative new concept to life,” New Ventures president Page Thompson says. “We think North Texas is the perfect place to launch this unique park for families given its growing popularity within this part of the country.”

VELVET TACO OPENS IN GRAPEVINE

The funky taco just got a lot closer. Founded in Dallas in 2011, Velvet Taco is a taco chain with nearly 40 locations in six states. With 13 locations throughout the Metroplex, its newest restaurant just opened in Grapevine, and it has all of the globally-inspired tacos you know and love, including Spicy Tikka Chicken, Korean Fried Rice and Falafel. You can check out the new restaurant now at 440 W. State Hwy. 114.

2023 FACES of

The local business community thrives thanks to its connections. The industry leaders featured on the pages ahead ensure consumers have a friendly face they can count on.

PHOTOS BY BLUDOOR STUDIOS

FACE of Orthopedics

Texas Orthopedic Specialists has been providing highquality orthopedic care in North Texas for over 20 years. The musculoskeletal doctors are trained in several specialties and can provide effective treatment options for shoulder, hip, knee, hand, wrist, elbow, foot and ankle care. The on-site MRI and x-ray imaging help to get to the heart of your orthopedic issues to find each patient the best treatment options. Even though its doctors are highly skilled, trained and experienced practitioners, surgery is always used as a last resort when alternative, conservative and minimally-invasive treatment options aren’t sufficient. From joint replacement and sports medicine, to upper extremity and foot and ankle injuries, Texas Orthopedic Specialists is committed to bringing you back to a quality of life that you can enjoy.

Texas Orthopedic Specialists

817.540.4477

TxOrtho.net

- Dr. Howard Harris

No matter what your level of sport or activity, pain from an injury should never be ignored.

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FACE of Custom Homebuilding

Hawkins-Welwood Homes, one of the oldest luxury homebuilders in the DFW area, has been serving homeowners for over 60 years.

Today the award-winning custom homebuilder continues to develop timeless architecture that creates lasting value for its clients. In addition to its signature 29-acre luxury development the Metairie, Hawkins-Welwood Homes also offers exclusive 1-acre lots in its newest cul-de-sac community, Rainey Court. From its traditional European styles to its stunning transitional details, HawkinsWelwood Homes loves making its homes as special and unique as their homeowners. Call 972.757.1870 or email Kelly@HWHomes.com for tours or available homes.

Hawkins-Welwood Homes

972.931.1006 HWHomes.com

We all genuinely enjoy what we do and love helping people build their future memories.

- John Hawkins

FACE of IV Therapy

It’s all about the drip at Destiny Drip Bar. Since 2019, this elegant vitamin infusion bar has been providing luxurious wellness experiences in a one-of-a-kind spa-like setting. Locally owned and operated, Destiny Drip Bar offers 13 vitamin infusion formulas and nine different injections to meet the specific needs of every client. Its lead dripologist, Tracey Breadner, has over 30 years of nursing experience and knows how to attentively care for all of her guests. And with a warm neck wrap, soothing ambient music and complementary champagne, wine or hot tea, it’s easy to feel pampered in this relaxing, carefree environment. It’s all about you at Destiny Drip Bar.

Destiny Drip Bar

682.270.3942

DestinyDripBar.com

- Kimberly Daugherty

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Drip infusions are perfect to give back to your body, mind and soul.

“We pamper our clients by providing relaxation and results-driven therapies.

- Judi McQueary

FACE of Med Spa

Since 2007, Corinthian Wellness and Med Spa has been the premier destination spa in the neighborhood. From relaxing massages and facials to best-in-class fillers and laser treatments, Corinthian Wellness and Med Spa provides a vast array of services for all of your wellness and med spa needs. Corinthian treats all of its customers with world-class service as if they were at a gorgeous five-star destination spa. And you’ll feel entranced when you relax before your appointment in the iconic Harmony Room with wall-sized projection and ambiance. At Corinthian, you’ll feel relaxed and rejuvenated in a beautiful and mesmerizing spa that truly is the best of both worlds.

Corinthian Wellness & Med Spa

817.416.9366

CorinthianSpa.com

FACE of Fine Jewelry

Darla Stapleton has always had a passion for jewelry and diamonds. Working with luxury jewelry for 30 years, Darla has a high level of expertise when it comes to catering to her client’s specific jewelry needs. Today, she continues to be a trusted personal jeweler through her own business, D-Flawless Concierge Jewelers. From the moment people walk into her private showroom, guests are guided through her exquisite selections while sipping on a glass of champagne or wine. Darla believes in treating people well, which means providing the utmost in honesty, integrity, pricing and personal attention. When you visit D-Flawless Concierge Jewelers, you’ll know that Darla is the premier jewelry expert you can trust.

D-Flawless Concierge Jewelers

817.416.0825

DFlawlessJewelers.com

If you don’t know jewelry, know the jeweler.

- Darla Stapleton

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- Susan Semmelmann

FACE of Interior Design

Susan Semmelmann is committed to designing your home in a way that speaks to you. Working in the design business for more than 24 years, Susan knows how to make your home pop with its own unique, beautiful and eye-catching appeal. From the flooring and the countertops to the cabinetry and hardware, Susan works with her clients to transform their spaces with a fresh, revitalized aesthetic. With custom-made bedding, drapery and floral options that can be complemented with her furnishings, fabrics and accessories, Susan orchestrates every detail to design a home that is as cohesive as it is stunning.

Susan Semmelmann Interiors

940.577.1000

SemmelmannInteriors.com

Home is a sanctuary. Family is everything. Faith is the foundation.

FACE OF Urgent Care

Better Faster Urgent Care opened in 2014 to offer highquality medical care to Southlake and its surrounding communities. Not only does Better Faster Urgent Care provide medical services like X-rays and flu or strep testing, but it also offers IV fluids and antibiotics, an on-site clinical laboratory and emergency medical providers. Better Faster Urgent Care specializes in treating acute illnesses and injuries, and its physicians strive to treat every patient the way they would want to be treated — with care and compassion. At Better Faster Urgent Care, you get quicker, more focused service that gets you feeling better faster.

Better Faster Urgent Care

817.421.8777

BetterFasterUrgentCare.com

We enjoy being there for people in the moment that they need us.

- Alan Dennington, M.D.

FACE of Family Law

Ever since she was young, Tracey Justice has always dreamed of becoming a lawyer. After becoming a family law attorney and certified mediator in 2000, Tracey founded the Justice Law Firm and has been helping families through difficult divorce settlements for more than 20 years. Specializing in divorce, custody and child support, Tracey guides families through litigation and helps them realize co-parent relationships can still exist even after a divorce is settled. Whether she’s delivering a legal argument or helping others outside of the courtroom, family keeps Tracey going in everything that she does.

Justice Law Firm

817.421.0300

JusticeLawDFW.com

We have genuine empathy and strive to make a difference in our clients’ lives.

- Tracey Justice “

FACE of Southlake Dermatology

When it comes to cosmetic dermatology, you need expert professionals that you can trust to provide the highest level of care from beginning to end. At Southlake Dermatology, Dr. Angela Bowers and Dr. Kathrene Tajnert specialize in all areas of dermatology, including skin cancer, lasers, injectables, body sculpting and more. Since opening in Southlake Town Square in 1999, Southlake Dermatology has made a difference in the lives of over 100,000 patients. Whether you have medical, surgical or cosmetic needs, you can trust Southlake Dermatology to provide excellent care.

Southlake Dermatology

817.251.6500

SouthlakeDermatology.com

We strive to provide the highest level of care for our patients from beginning to end.

- Angela Bowers, M.D.

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FACE of Private Chef

Food has always been an influence on Brandon Emmitt’s life. Ever since watching his dad cook when he was a kid, he fell in love with the aromas and flavors that came out of the kitchen and onto the plate. Today, he cooks for others through his own culinary service, Emmitt’s Catering. As a trained chef, Brandon caters for private gatherings, hosts exciting dinner events and leads cooking classes where students can learn how to cook as he does. Brandon always challenges himself by not having a set menu, but rather creating custom menus for every event and client. Cooking isn’t just Brandon’s profession — it’s his passion, and it’s one he loves sharing with others.

Emmitt’s Catering

817.993.9731

EmmittsCatering.com

Every dish is made with love.

Brandon Emmitt

Hilton

Dallas/Southlake Town Square considers our guests a part of our family.

2023 FACES of “

- Abby Morgan

FACE of Hospitality

Since 2007, the Hilton Dallas/ Southlake Town Square has been committed to providing exemplary guest services inside a luxurious hotel setting. And it’s the people behind the Hilton that help make that happen, from room service to the on-site concierges. General Manager Andrew Wright and Director of Sales & Marketing Abby Morgan are two of those people who work behind the scenes every day to make the Hilton Dallas/Southlake Town Square the glamorous and exciting hotel that it is. From managing extensive renovation and conversion projects to supervising the daily operations of the hotel, a lot of hard work, dedication and consistency goes into delivering a first-rate experience at the Hilton Dallas/Southlake Town Square.

Hilton Dallas/Southlake Town Square

817.442.9900 Hilton.com

FACE of Car Buying Made Simple

Ever since purchasing Classic Kia of Carrollton in 2020, Jesse and Kathy Hull aspired to make it the No. 1 dealership for customer satisfaction in service and sales. As of July 2022, Classic Kia of Carrollton ranked first for sales and third for service in its district, while simultaneously ranking second in sales and 11th in service out of 110 dealers in six states. Now, their son Garrett joins the company as chief financial officer as they work toward breaking their all-time sales record. Whether you come for great prices or personalized customer service, Classic Kia of Carrollton sets itself apart from the automotive industry.

Classic Kia Of Carrollton

972.798.6900

ClassicKiaCarrollton.com

We love seeing Dragons driving our vehicles and look forward to seeing many more of them in the future.

- Jesse Hull

FACE of Orthodontics

Shane Tolleson opened Tolleson Orthodontics in 2014 to serve the community he and his family call home. With board certification, a strong commitment to a fun atmosphere and excellent service, Tolleson Orthodontics has quickly become the place to go for improving your smile. Even with digitally driven treatments like Invisalign, Dr. Tolleson puts hours of behind-the-scenes attention, customizing every tooth’s final position before treatment even begins. Tolleson Orthodontics understands that braces or Invisalign are not an off-the-shelf, one-size-fits-all product — that’s why it provides the top-notch care that you and your smile deserve.

Tolleson Orthodontics

817.416.2200

TollesonOrtho.com

We help give you a beautiful smile and a reason to use it!

- Shane Tolleson, D.D.S., M.S.D.

Not many physicians can say they struggled with the same ailments that their patients have — but Dr. Diana Driscoll can. Formerly diagnosed with POTS (Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome), Dr. Driscoll understands firsthand how debilitating the disorder can be. That’s why after she fully recovered, she opened POTS Care to help others who are also suffering from it. At POTS Care, Dr. Driscoll and her team closely evaluate their patients’ symptoms and understand how best to treat them for their Inflammatory POTS. Dr. Driscoll and her team understand what patients go through on a very personal level, but helping them towards relief and recovery makes all of the hard work worth it to them.

We care for and treat the underlying causes of POTS — not just the symptoms.

- Dr. Diana Driscoll, Optometrist

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FACE of Modern Menswear

Ursula Hawthorne has always loved luxury outfits. Meanwhile, her husband James has always loved shoes. Together, their passion for fashion has led to a unique retail experience in Modern Fit Menswear. Opening last fall, Modern Fit Menswear specializes in luxury casual fashion perfect for everyday wear. From sports coats and dress shirts to slacks and shoes, Modern Fit Menswear carries just about everything you need for any occasion — even some exclusive brands such as Spingle Move from Japan. Ursula and James love helping customers create sharp new looks that they’ve never imagined before. When you shop at Modern Fit Menswear, you too will feel like a million bucks.

Modern Fit Menswear

817.251.6316

ModernFitMenswear.com

We try to create a personalized shopping experience for our modern fit family.

- Ursula Hawthorne

FACE of Southlake Real Estate

If anybody can help market and find your dream home, it’s the Holmes Property Group with Engel & Völkers Dallas Southlake. The Holmes Property Group uses decades of insight and strategic marketing knowledge to help bring buyers and sellers together. Dan Holmes is a prominent senior real estate advisor with over 20 years of experience in the area. Combining his industry prowess with Jo Jameson’s vibrant innovative style, Christin Warme’s attention to detail and Dylan Smith’s marketing expertise, the Holmes Property Group is a powerhouse team you’ll want on your side whether you’re marketing or purchasing a home.

Holmes Property Group 817.528.4606

HolmesPropertyGroup. EVRealEstate.com

- Dan Holmes

The best part of residential real estate is building lifelong friendships. “

FACE of Environmental Consulting

Sustainability, repurposing and recycling — all of this is at the forefront of TBK Environmental.

Founded in 2007 by Dragon mom Susan Anderson, TBK Environmental is a boutique-style consulting firm that helps manage your waste and environmental compliance. Using environmental site assessments, process hazard analysis and regulatory entity resources, TBK Environmental’s first inclination is to help a company find alternate ways to use products and create less waste. As a result, more than 50% of their projects last year were recycled or repurposed for another use. As the only environmental firm that offers consulting specifically for EPA, TCEQ, OSHA reporting and waste removal, TBK Environmental is committed to creating a better work environment — literally.

TBK Environmental 469.688.2704

TBKEnvironmental.com

The opportunity to make a difference highlights my passion to care for our “future.

- Susan Anderson

For over 75 years, customer care has driven Grubbs Family of Dealerships forward. Since selling used automobiles in 1947, Grubbs has become the No. 1 INFINITI dealership in the nation, leading in sales, service volume and customer service. With featured brands including Acura, Volvo and Polestar, Grubbs sells hundreds of new and pre-owned vehicles a month, including trucks, SUVs and sports cars. Its state-of-the-art facilities place the customer as the No. 1 priority, helping everyone with trading, buying or servicing their vehicle. Grubbs Family of Dealerships’ love for everything auto helps keep customers on the road and safe. Nothing makes their team happier than seeing a customer leave happy with a new car and amazing service.

Grubbs Family Of Dealerships

888.4.GRUBBS Grubbs.com

- Seth Levin

Our love of everything auto brings us together as a team. “

FACE of Natural Beauty

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From Hotel To Home

Fashion statements come and go — they just cost a lot more when you are looking to spruce up your home instead of your wardrobe. Just ask Driftwood Capital, the hotel ownership group of Southlake Hilton, who unveiled a monthslong renovation project late last year. Originally built in 2007, it was time for an update of the award-winning 248-room property. By incorporating a new contemporary style with a residential feel, Southlake's first hotel gives travelers a sense of home on the road. A new, stylish sense of home that can be yours with touches like these.

THE BRIGHT TIME

If you’ve been feeling the grays for quite a while, it's probably time. If your home still has a Tuscan palette and dark woods in play, then it is definitely time. Time for a lighter shade of wall color, that is. The Hilton said goodbye to its darker days by painting over the paneled walls and columns in the lobby with a lighter shade of cream. The entire space appears bigger, brighter and better for it.

POPS OF COLOR

After instilling a proper foundation in the lobby, the remodeling team opted for pops of vibrant colors to add visual excitement to the space. Colorful abstract art and a bold red couch invites the eye to gaze, while the latter's plush fabric and corresponding pillows invite weary souls to take a seat. Tufted blush-colored swivel chairs provide a wonderful conversation area that comes together thanks to the complementary tones of a whimsically-colored ornate area rug.

THE GOLDEN TOUCH

Accessories matter, and the Hilton team kept an eye out for detail. Gold-toned end tables, coffee tables and fixtures are found throughout and add a sense of luxury as styles have moved away from brushed nickels. Even the hotel’s guest rooms have brought in the gold colors most notably above the tufted fabric headboards.

Bob Jones was about 6 feet tall and a sharp dresser. He was a smart businessman who earned people’s trust, and his handshake was his word. (Circa 1890)

A Lasting Legacy

BOB AND ALMEADY JONES’ PASSION FOR EDUCATION, BUSINESS AND COMMUNITY SET THE SCENE FOR SOUTHLAKE

BY ANITA ROBESON AND CONNIE COOLEY PHOTOS COURTESY | SOUTHLAKE HISTORICAL SOCIETY

When they married in 1875, Bob and Almeady Chisum Jones had a clear vision of what they wanted in life: an education for their children, a good living and friendships. They succeeded on all counts. The dramatic twist was that both Bob and Almeady had been born into slavery.

Their story, while not typical, illustrates that Black history is not a singular story of formerly enslaved people remaining downtrodden. Their accomplishments in education, business and community continue to resonate in Southlake today.

SETTLING IN WHAT IS NOW SOUTHLAKE

Just before the Civil War, Bob (1850-1936) was brought by his white father and enslaved mother to the Medlin settlement, just north of what became Roanoke. In 1858, Almeady (1857-1949), her enslaved mother and two siblings were left with cattle baron John Simpson Chisum as collateral for cattle being trailed west. Almeady grew up on the Chisum ranch near Bolivar (Denton County), and her mother told her Chisum was her father. Back then, Texas was the Wild West. After

the Civil War, to earn money for land and livestock, enterprising Bob joined cattle drives. Almeady had moved to Bonham, Texas, in 1871 with her mother and sister and was an accomplished seamstress.

After Bob and Almeady married, they lived in a log cabin in the Eastern Cross Timbers, in what’s now the Bob Jones Nature Center. As their family grew, they built onto their house, which burned in 1948.

Texas was a dangerous place for Black and mixedrace people. Bob and Almeady relied on resources and connections generally not available to others. Each grew up close to white people who taught them how to navigate the white world. Friendships with the Chisums, Medlins, Daggetts and other important North Texans no doubt helped protect them. And their home in the Eastern Cross Timbers, for a long time a tangle of trees and briars, was remote.

THE VALUE OF EDUCATION

Like other formerly enslaved people, Bob and Almeady knew that education made life better. They were determined that each of their 10 children would finish the eighth grade. Because “colored” schools

Teacher Eudora Stinnett (second from left, behind fence) stands in the yard of the Jones homeplace with Almeady (in gingham dress) and Jones children Emma, Emory, Hattie, grandson Jesse, Eugie, Jinks, Alice, June and Artie. (Circa 1907)

The city unveiled the Bob and Almeady Chisum Jones sculpture in Bob Jones Park in 2021. Sculptor Seth Vandable visits with Jones’ grandson William Larue Jones, a retired music professor.

Sisters Elnora and Lula Williams married Jones brothers Emory and Jinks, respectively, and operated the Jones Bros. Cafe. Left to right in this 1950s photo are Elnora, Lula and their sister-in-law Annie (wife of June).

were scarce, they made sacrifices to educate their children. Some of the older children attended the Frederick Douglass School in Denton’s Quakertown, although living away from home was disruptive to the family’s ranching operation. Other times, teachers were hired and school was held at Walnut Grove Church (by 1902 renamed Mt. Carmel) or in a one-room building outside the family’s kitchen.

Neither Bob nor Almeady attended school, but along the way, they learned to read, write and “figure.”

In 1920, to benefit his grandchildren and other Black children in the area, Bob donated an acre to the county (which had created districts for white and “colored” schools) and built Walnut Grove in the Jones community. Typical of country schools, it had a pot-bellied stove and one teacher for all eight grades. Grandson Bobby — later a veterinarian and the Tarrant County epidemiologist — remembered the “bonus” education he received there: as he waited his turn to recite, he would listen to the older students.

In 1951, Walnut Grove closed because its students (fewer than 10) were heading to junior and senior high. Because of racial segregation, Black and mixed-race children had to go to Fort Worth or another city to continue their education. The Jones family chose I.M. Terrell in Fort Worth. The trip was an hour or more each way on Highway 121 (now Highway 26/Belknap Street) or on Highway 377. Granddaughter Betty sometimes rode the Trailways bus home via Roanoke, which dropped her off in the late afternoon at Noah’s Store (today, Babe’s Chicken Dinner House). Later, Northwest ISD bought a windowless panel truck with bench seats to drive Black students to I.M. Terrell.

Jones descendants attended Howard University, Tuskegee, Kansas State, Juilliard, Texas Southern, Notre Dame, the Sorbonne and other schools. Many became educators; others became business owners or musicians or worked in animal science professions. One grandson taught in Liberia.

In 2012, 61 years after Walnut Grove closed, Carroll ISD named its newest elementary Walnut Grove. At the ribbon-cutting ceremony, Jones great-great-granddaughter and longtime teacher Linda Grigsby Walczyk, in referencing segregation, said, “I am thrilled to be standing here in this gorgeous school, Walnut Grove, which represents a full circle moment in history, a moment which runs directly through me! It is a redemptive moment in public education.”

THE VALUE OF BUSINESS

Bob learned about livestock from his father. At age 18, with money earned on twice-yearly trail drives, Bob set out to find a place of his own. He began buying land in the Eastern Cross Timbers, 5 miles east of Roanoke (established in 1881). Water came from Denton Creek.

In 1974, the ranch received a Texas Family Land Heritage award. According to a newspaper article, “The land must have been in continuous agricultural production at the hands of one family for a century or more. Jones established the farm in 1868, after originally purchasing 49 acres of rich bottomland.”

As Bob’s ranching operation grew, tenant farmers and hired hands helped to grow grain and clear trees and brush. Bob loaned his tenant farmers money, working with them to help them succeed. Like other ranchers, Bob paid taxes, borrowed from banks and repaid loans, received leases for mineral rights and did business with bankers, merchants, cattlemen and lawyers.

Bob became one of the area’s largest landowners, eventually owning 1,000-2,000 acres “free and clear” on the Tarrant-Denton county line.

Bob’s legacy as a successful and reputable businessman helped the next generation, sons Jinks and Emory, build their own business after the Army Corps of Engineers acquired much of their land through eminent domain for Lake Grapevine. Bob couldn’t have known that by the early 1950s, much of his land would be under Lake Grapevine.

In 1948, at the southeast corner of Highway 114 and White’s Chapel Road, eight years before Southlake was founded, they built an auction barn and, in 1949, a cafe. Their wives, Lula and Elnora, who were sisters, operated the small Jones Bros. Cafe, which some historians believe was the first integrated cafe in Texas. When 114 was widened, the auction barn and cafe were rebuilt under one roof.

Farmers, horse enthusiasts, part-time farmers who were also airline pilots and others came from miles around for the cattle auctions Tuesday mornings at 10 and horse auctions Wednesday evenings at 7. And for the hamburgers, chili (no beans!) and mouth-watering peach and apricot fried pies.

Lula and Elnora didn’t open an integrated cafe, it just turned out that way.

“Black truck drivers [hauling rock to Lake Grapevine] would … come in the back door and ask if they could have

A fence and gate that were part of the original Jones ranch. Photo taken in 2019 in the Bob Jones Nature Center.

Brothers Emory and Jinks Jones circa 1920.

a soda or a sandwich,” Lula’s daughter Betty told a newspaper columnist. “My mother told them, ‘I’ll serve you if you come in the front door.’ They’d say they didn’t want to get her into any trouble. My mother would say, ‘This is a family business. I’ll serve who I want.’ The Black truckers would walk in, and they couldn’t believe it. They’d sit there [at the counter] and look all around. They didn’t know if they were going to be snatched out and lynched. It was like they were on another planet.”

By 1975, the Joneses had leased out the auction barn and cafe. Today, the site has disappeared under another expansion of 114. A popular flea market, started by Lula and Elnora as a place for people to sell “treasures,” lasted into the 2000s.

THE VALUE OF COMMUNITY

Bob and Almeady worked hard, but they had fun too. By 1900, they were hosting an “end of harvest” picnic for workers and their families featuring barbecue, music and dancing. It was the beginning of a tradition that contributed to the area’s racial harmony and community spirit.

“The Roanoke, Argyle, Grapevine, Southlake area was never really highly segregated,” said grandson Bobby. “There was not really the overt racism around here that there was in some other areas.”

Bob died on Christmas Day 1936. According to a local newspaper, a crowd of 500 jammed Roanoke’s First Baptist for the funeral. Blacks sat on one side of the church, whites on the other.

In 1948, the community picnic Bob had started was moved to a field next to his sons’ auction barn. There was no admission charge for the picnic, dancing (Blacks and whites danced separately) and baseball games, but people bought tickets for the barbecue, shaved ice, soft drinks (no liquor allowed) and ball-toss carnival games. Kids enjoyed a merry-go-round ride. The event grew to

three days with 1,000 people attending each day. The family remembers there was never any trouble. The picnics lasted into the 1960s.

Emory sponsored the Grapevine Auctioneers baseball team, which played in a field near the auction barn. Teams from Fort Worth, Dallas, Grand Prairie, Keller and Argyle played each other, and often the teams were integrated. On Sunday afternoons, a hundred or more people would be in the stands. The Auctioneers disbanded in 1968 when Emory passed away.

Marilyn Tucker didn’t know Bob and Almeady Jones, but she knew they loved and respected the land. In 1968, Marilyn and her husband, Gene, purchased 60 acres that Artie Jones Clay had inherited, and raised their two sons there. In 1999, Marilyn sold the land to the city with the provision that it would never be developed. “We wanted the land to be loved,” she said. In 2008, the Bob Jones Nature Center & Preserve was dedicated.

In 2021, a statue of Bob and Almeady commissioned by the Southlake Arts Council was placed next to the playground in Bob Jones Park. According to the city, “the statue is a memorial to the monumental role the Jones family played in Southlake’s development.”

This article is based on the Southlake Historical Society’s award-winning exhibit “Bob and Almeady Chisum Jones: A True Story of Resilience, Courage and Success,” which was displayed in summer 2020 at Southlake Town Hall. It was researched and written by Anita Robeson, SHS historian, and Connie Cooley, SHS president. The exhibit’s permanent home is the Bob Jones Nature Center’s visitors center. To view the exhibit online, visit SouthlakeHistory.org.

Bob Jones’ grandsons Bobby and Bill posing with the family in front of the Grapevine Auction Barn in the 1980s.

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Time Flies Celebrate Your History Together With His And Hers Breitling Watches

In 1984, songs like Van Halen’s “Jump” and Kenny Loggins’ “Footloose” topped the charts along with movies like “Indiana Jones” and “The Karate Kid.” The Ewings, The Cosbys and Michael P. Keaton were considered appointment television, and Breitling celebrated its centennial anniversary.

After years of flexing its aeronautic expertise creating high-precision timepieces for such hotshots as the Italian Air Force’s aerobatic fleet, the Swiss manufacturer launched its Chronomat line in 1984 and thus delivered a new level of form and function to everyday citizens.

True to the original men’s Chronomat, the rider tabs at 3 o’clock and 9 o’clock protect the sapphire crystal glass from shock. With a case measuring 44 mm for men and 32 mm for women, the Super Chronomat collection comes in three distinct versions. Two are encased in stainless steel with blue or black dial-and-bezel combinations. The most stylish of them all is a rich brown combination with its case and Rouleaux bracelet both set in 18k red gold.

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Former Sooners Coach Is Ready For His XFL Comeback

While Southlake Carroll’s season came to an end, that doesn’t mean Dragon Stadium is done with football. This month marks the start of a new season for the XFL, a professional football league with an ownership group that includes actor Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and film producer Dany Garcia. While visiting teams like the Vegas Vipers and the Seattle Sea Dragons will be busy practicing at Dragon Stadium, former Oklahoma Sooners coach Bob Stoops is just happy to be back coaching on the field with his Arlington Renegades.

I’VE BEEN PLAYING FOOTBALL… for my whole life, from grade school all the way to high school. In 1979, I was fortunate enough to get a scholarship to play for Iowa and compete in the Big Ten Conference. I played for Hayden Fry for four years, and in my last year, I was named Team MVP and started coaching as a graduate assistant. That kind of kick-started my career path in coaching.

AFTER MY TIME WITH THE HAWKEYES WAS DONE, I… spent seven years as a defensive coach for Kansas State, then coached for three years in Florida. Then in 1998, I became the head coach for Oklahoma and went 7-5 in our first season.

DURING MY 18 YEARS WITH THE SOONERS, WE… won all the major ball games, including the Orange Bowl, Sugar Bowl and Cotton Bowl. We won 10 Big 12 Championships and were named National Champions in 2000. That was the same year where I was named the Walter Camp and the Paul “Bear” Bryant Coach of the Year. It’s been a long journey, but it’s also been incredibly fun and fulfilling.

WHAT I REALLY LIKE ABOUT FOOTBALL IS THAT… it’s the ultimate team sport. No one wins anything on their own, and I certainly never won any of those awards on my own. I’ve got players to thank that played well for me, as well as an exemplary coaching staff that supported me and my team. That’s how I’ve always looked at it. It’s more of a staff coach of the year award to me.

THE MOST IMPORTANT THING ABOUT COACHING IS… always connecting and relating to the players. My team knows that I care about them, and they know I’m always going to be honest and forthright with them. My players appreciate that. If I’ve done anything right, it’s being a player’s coach while still pushing for the right things and being successful.

I CAME OUT OF RETIREMENT IN 2019 TO… coach the Arlington Renegades in the XFL, formerly known as the Dallas Renegades. I was drawn to the fact that I’d be working with older players. These guys are all right on the outskirts of being in the NFL — a bunch of very talented players that understand football and pick up the sport very quickly. I saw it as a great opportunity to work with them and help provide a unique football experience for these guys. We didn’t get to finish our season in 2020, so I’m really just looking forward to working with everybody in the league again.

MY FAVORITE ASPECT OF THE SPORT IS… the fellowship, the teamwork, the camaraderie you build with other players. That’s what makes it so much fun, and that was the part I missed the most. It makes it hard to stay away from it.

I FIRMLY BELIEVE THAT THERE IS… a market for football after the Super Bowl. It’s fun to watch, it’s fun to play and it’s fun to be part of something bigger than yourself. The Renegades and I hope to be a big part of that community this season, all the way up to Southlake.

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METHODIST FAMILY HEALTH CENTER CELEBRATES GRAND OPENING

More than 60 people came out to celebrate the opening of Methodist Family Health Center – Southlake and meet Dr. Lisa Maehara, M.D., and Dr. Mariah Burnell, D.O. Methodist Medical Group president John Meyers, M.D., welcomed everyone in attendance while Methodist Southlake Medical Center president Benson Chacko made remarks. After the ribbon-cutting, guests were invited to tour the facility and see how Methodist Family Health cares for the whole community.

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Search the internet for the world's most famous butcher, and the name Nusret Gökçe won’t be found. The slight has to come from an algorithmic issue, because the Turkish butcher turned global restaurateur to stars like Leonardo DiCaprio has nearly 50 million Instagram followers. A recent 15-second video of the fit and flamboyant 39-year-old catches him flipping a beef loin in the air with a knife and slicing it like butter as it descends upon his blade has more than 257,000 likes.

But what really put Nusret on the map, and gave him the affectionate nickname “Salt Bae,” was a similarly short 2017 video of his now iconic move — a fluttering fingers-over-forearm salt

sprinkle — done over a freshly-cut ribeye that has been viewed 17 million times. The burst of fame accelerated his ascent up the culinary ranks, which at current count includes 22 Nusr-Et restaurants across the globe from Dubai to Dallas and most every celebrity hot spot in between.

Life wasn’t always this glamorous for Gökçe. Born in 1983 to a mineworker father, he had to abandon school in the sixth grade to help his father make ends meet. He was working as a butcher’s apprentice before kids his age were shaving. Dedicated to his new craft, Gökçe learned quickly and gained a reputation as a skilled butcher. The early start combined with long hours became the cornerstone of his success. By the age of 25, he be-

came a linchpin of the butchery company he worked for and was able to save money to put toward his ultimate goal of starting his own restaurant.

With some savings and more than a decade of experience, Gökçe traveled to Argentina and the United States in 2007, often offering his services for free so he could continue to advance his skills. He returned to Turkey in 2010 and humbly opened his first restaurant of just eight tables. With an investment from a wealthy customer who found his food extraordinary, Gökçe opened new restaurants in Dubai and Istanbul.

Just seven years removed from working in restaurants for no money at all, Gökçe’s Nusr-Et brand was awarded The Five Star Diamond Award in 2014 from the American Academy of Hospitality Sciences. This was the first time a restaurant in Turkey was recognized internationally for such a high level of quality.

The rags-to-riches story is as impressive as the prices on this well-heeled menu. Get ready to put your money where your mouth is because the signature Saltbae Tomahawk starts at $265 and soars as high as $1,700 for the Golden version coated in edible 24-karat gold.

At Nusr-Et, you come for the chance at a brush with greatness, but you stay for the impeccably prepared and presented meats — of which there are many. For starters, try the razor-thin beef carpaccio, prepared with Parmigiano-Reggiano and a 12-year aged balsamic vinegar. If you’re looking for something you’ll never see anywhere else, try the meat sushi. The inventive appetizer is made of thin-sliced New York Strip steak, topped with sushi rice, crispy potato straws, fresh Parmigiano-Reggiano, avocado cream, soy sauce and ginger.

The meat sushi is an appropriate lead-in to the painstakingly ribbon-styled cuts of Wagyu striploin entree also known as meat spaghetti. Saslik is another flavorfilled find where tenderloin pieces are marinated in buttermilk and spices and served with grilled shallots.

Meat enthusiasts will be enticed by a full rack of lamb, an 8-hour roasted Asado short rib, and the Amor, Salt Bae’s private reserve cut of house-marinated Wagyu rib cap. Large enough for four to share and with a price of $2,500, you may want to go Dutch too.

Sides are served family style and include all of your traditional favorites from sauteed mushrooms and mashed potatoes to asparagus and Brussels sprouts. At $18 per side, this could be a great date night for you and your favorite vegetarian.

If you’ve saved room and some money for dessert, you can end the night with a slice of Nusr-Et’s 24-karat gold-wrapped Baklava promptly flown in from Turkey. Paired with a golden cappuccino will only set you back another $120.

Love this memeable meat master or not, if you’re able to tender your wallet on such a night, it will be something worth talking about.

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Originally opening in late 2020, Grapevine’s Hotel Vin continues to impress with elaborate culinary adventures perfect for a night out with your beloved. Already well known as the home of Bacchus Kitchen + Bar, Harvest Hall and The Magnum Speakeasy, Hotel Vin continues to offer eye-popping experiences.

As the temperatures dropped, nights were heating up inside every one of the eight outdoor bubbles of Hotel Vin’s Winter Wonderland Experience. Expertly arranged alongside the hotel’s WineYard lawn, this year’s bubbles have been updated and upgraded for the season with an après ski-lodge theme you and your party will love. Perfect for a cozy date night or parties for up to eight people, each includes cozy fur blankets and heaters to fend off the winter chill.

Coinciding with the ski theme, the musical stage is also set amidst an evergreen forest complete with fire pits for all to enjoy as you rock the night away to live music or DJ-inspired tunes that last as late as 11 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays through Valentine’s Day.

Reservations are required and kick off as early as 4 p.m. for those looking to enjoy a Happy Hour Bubble. A specially-prepared cocktail menu includes seasonally-inspired drinks like the Winter Berry Gin and Tonic made with Botanist Gin, Domaine de canton, berries and garnished with smoked rosemary for a refreshing floral sip. The Campfire Smoked Old Fashioned is the perfect blend of sweet and smokey made with High West Campfire Whiskey, Angostura and orange bitters.

If an hour just isn’t enough, two-hour and full dining sessions are available for 5:30 and 8 p.m. seatings. These bubbles are best enjoyed while sharing a housemade three-cheese fondue accompanied by a medley of bread, pickles, bacon lardons and assorted vegetables for dipping. Those with heartier appetites can enjoy a three-course dinner that features one of three gourmet entrees and is paired with your choice of wine from a full range of varietals from Daou Vineyards. There’s a braised short rib with wild mushrooms, a grilled salmon with colcannon mashed potatoes and a roasted chicken with an herb quinoa pilaf.

In true ski lodge fashion, it’s a must to finish the night off with something sweet. When the time is right, try Hotel Vin’s Smores Martini made with vanilla vodka, chocolate liqueur, Bailey’s and finished with toasted marshmallow and a graham cracker rim.

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Pour Decisions

Lux-Lounge Vibe Meets

Suburbia At Social Oak

Decorative globe chandeliers, wisps of gold-chained curtains and plush velvet panels surround a custom VIP banquette with the phrase “make pour decisions” in neon overhead. Yes, this lounge looks and feels like a place from your urban nightlife dreams. However, you don’t have to drive to Dallas or Fort Worth, because this luxurious lounge vibe is now ready and waiting in Trophy Club.

Great times at Social Oak are all centered around state-of-the-art wine and whiskey self-serve machines that dispense 56 wines and 28 whiskeys by the pour. If you’re curious to see if you like a Barolo from Italy before committing to a full glass, then try a 1-ounce pour. The same goes for hard-to-find whiskeys from around the world. New to Japanese whisky? Sip an ounce of an 18-year-old Yamazaki and find out for yourself.

“During my travels, I had stumbled upon some amazing wine bars, and there was one in particular that had the wine pouring machines,” Social Oak owner Vinh Le says of the inspiration behind the concept. “I fell in love with the social aspect of walking up to the machines and talking to people about the wines. I also loved being able to try a small pour before committing to a full glass or bottle. I chose to open the first location in Trophy Club because we have so many sophisticated wine and whiskey drinkers in the area, and it’s hard to find an upscale lounge without having to drive to Dallas or Fort Worth.”

Knowledgeable bartenders are also ready to pour you something even more special from Social Oak’s full list of more than 250 wines and nearly 100 expressions of scotch, bourbon, rye and other spirits. Because any good drink deserves a flavorful bite, head chef Nga Vu has created a menu of shareable plates. Nga has over 20 years of experience in the restaurant industry and pulls inspiration from her travels to create such standout items as Wild Burgundy Escargot, Japanese Pork Belly Buns and Truffle Deviled Eggs amongst other delectable dishes.

For a modest rideshare fee less than the cost of a drink in the city, you can sip from premier wines and whiskeys selected by a team of sommeliers and still get home at a reasonable hour.

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Trophy Club

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The Boss Is Back In Town Bruce Springsteen Reunites With The E Street Band

As his primary backing band since 1972, few musical groups have performed alongside Bruce Springsteen as much as the E Street Band. Now touring for the first time together since 2017, the Boss and the band are back together for a whole new tour that kicks off this month.

Made up of members including Steven Van Zandt, Max Weinberg, Patti Scialfa, Roy Bittan, Gary Tallent, Nils Lofgren and many more, Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band have produced some of the biggest hits of their careers together, whether you’re talking about “Glory Days,” “Dancing In The Dark” or “Born In The U.S.A.” With over 140 million records sold worldwide, 20 Grammy

Award wins, two Golden Globes and an Academy Award for Best Original Song for “Streets Of Philadelphia,” die-hard fans have over six decades of music to love from the rock icons, including their most recent album collaboration “Letter To You.”

But whether you’re a fan of their old or new hits, you’ll find both when Bruce and the band hit the road this month. From Bruce’s captivating and profound lyrics to the E Street Band’s unique and powerful sound, these Rock And Roll Hall of Famers bring down any stadium they’re in. The best part? After the show, there will be a high-quality live recording available for purchase so you can relive the experience all over again. Photo by Roy J. Baron

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SIXTH FLOOR MUSEUM AT DEALEY PLAZA | If you haven't had the pleasure of seeing the Solidarity Now! 1968 Poor People's Campaign exhibit since its opening in August 2022, this is your last chance to do so. Chronicling the tactics and effects of the first large-scale, nationally organized demonstration following the death of Martin Luther King Jr., this exhibit features a variety of historical items from the era. From protest signs and political buttons to audio recordings and interviews with campaign participants and organizers, this in-depth exhibit brings the groundbreaking moment to life.

THE FACTORY IN DEEP ELLUM | If the alien rock band in “The Guardians Of The Galaxy Holiday Special” seems familiar, it might be because they were played by Dallas native rock band the Old 97’s. Since their formation in 1992, the group pioneered the alternative country rock movement before shifting into a power pop style over the next decade. Since then, the band has released 12 studio records, including their most recent album “Twelfth.” Now the rock group is returning to its home roots to sing their biggest hits, including “Question,” “Time Bomb” and “Good With God.”

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PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL

FEBRUARY 7-12

stories. Two-time Tony Award-winning director and choreographer Jerry Mitchell brings the film to life onstage in “Pretty Woman: The Musical.” Watch as two unlikely souls meet and fall in love through the unlikeliest of circumstances. Whether you know the movie like the back of your hand or haven’t had the pleasure of watching it, this heartwarming musical is one you won’t want to miss.

JOSH ABBOTT BAND

FEBRUARY 10

HOUSE OF BLUES | Texans love their country music, especially when it’s red dirt country from the likes of the Josh Abbott Band. Originally from Lubbock, this multi-talented, homegrown group uses every string instrument they can in their musical production, including the guitar, fiddle, banjo and mandolin. With hits like “Wasn’t That Drunk,” “Amnesia” and “She’s Like Texas,” country fans will love what the Josh Abbott Band has to offer when it comes to Dallas this month.

CUPID’S CHASE 5K

FEBRUARY 11

DALLAS | It's time to get your running shoes on and prepare for Cupid's Chase 5K 2023. Each participant will receive a love-themed Under Armour T-shirt to commemorate their run. The top three male and female runners will receive a trophy upon crossing the finish line, while those in first will receive a medal to mark their achievement. But don’t worry — even if you don’t place in the top three, that doesn’t mean you’ll leave empty-handed since every participant will receive a souvenir medal at the end of the race.

DEATH CAB FOR CUTIE

FEBRUARY 11

THE FACTORY IN DEEP ELLUM | Death Cab For Cutie is rolling into town this month, and it’s bringing its distinct indie-rock sound you can’t find anywhere else. For over 15 years, the band has been serenading listeners with its lo-fi style that is equal parts melodic and melancholic. Its most recent album “Asphalt Meadows,” draws fans in with its deep and thought-provoking lyrics that will make them reflect on life, loss and the passage of time. Whether it’s with older singles like “Soul Meets Body” or new tracks like “Here To Forever,” Death Cab For Cutie is one musical act that will possess your heart.

HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS

FEBRUARY 12

DICKIES ARENA | The Harlem Globetrotters 2023 World Tour is coming to Fort Worth for another epic showdown against the Washington Generals. It's a nonstop party for hoops fans of all ages as your favorite Globetrotter icons show off their flashy moves, neat tricks and unbelievable basketball skills that have kept them undefeated for decades. You won't want to miss watching these two titans as they compete for that slam dunk finale.

CULTURAL AWARENESS: THE GAME OF LIFE THROUGH DANCE

FEBRUARY 17-18

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WYLY THEATRE | There is no better way to celebrate Black History Month than by attending Dallas Black Dance Theatre's show called “Cultural Awareness: The Game Of Life Through Dance.” Throughout the show, viewers will see life and history play out in this beautifully moving dance production. Featuring stunning choreography from Donald McKayle and Matthew Rushing, this show will have you see life and dance in a whole new way.

STROKES OF ART IN THE SQUARE RECEPTION

FEBRUARY 19

SOUTHLAKE TOWN HALL | The 23rd annual Art In The Square is nearly here, and you know what that means — it’s time for the Strokes of Art In The Square reception as well! Co-hosted by the Southlake Arts Council, the Apex Arts League and the Southlake Women’s Club, the Strokes of Art In The Square reception will present the 2023 nonprofits in Tarrant County that will benefit from this year’s art festival. In addition, nine artists will also unveil their work during the event, offering a glimpse into what attendants can expect to see in April.

APEX JAZZ FEST

FEBRUARY 25

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CARROLL SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL | Get ready for a night of smooth jazz at the Apex Arts League’s 14th annual Jazz Fest. The program will be opened by three different high school jazz bands, including Carroll, Colleyville Heritage and Birdville. When their performances are finished, the Jazz Fest will move on to the main event — the One O’Clock Lab Band. Directed by conductor Alan Baylock, One O’Clock is an internationally acclaimed jazz ensemble whose albums have been nominated for seven Grammy Awards. With a mix of trumpets, saxophones, clarinets, drums and bass instruments, the Apex Jazz Fest will be filled with all the beautiful sounds that will have music fans falling in love over and over again.

THE COWTOWN MARATHON

FEBRUARY 24-26

FORT WORTH | Kids, adults and both expert and novice runners have a lot to look forward to at the 45th annual Cowtown Marathon. Consisting of nine different races, The Cowtown Marathon has a course for nearly every type of participant, including a Kids 5K, an Adults 5K, a 10K, a half-marathon, a marathon relay, a full marathon and an ultra marathon. The races begin at Will Rogers Memorial Center, then wind down to the Fort Worth Stockyards before it cuts through Trinity Park and the Botanic Garden before circling back to Will Rogers. Let your love of Fort Worth and running shine through at this ambitious and exciting event.

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Park It! Ski The Very Best At Deer Valley Resort In Park City

When it comes to top-notch skiing in North America, it doesn’t get much better than Park City, Utah. That’s why the majority of the skiing and snowboarding events of the 2002 Winter Olympics were held there. Serious skiers and travel enthusiasts know that with 300 inches of powder each year, Deer Valley, Utah is the place to be. If you’re really serious about skiing — like double-black-diamond, edge-carving, no-boards-allowed kind of skiing — then Deer Valley Resort is your holy grail.

First In Class

Over four decades ago, Deer Valley Resort planted its flag and set the bar high for the ski industry by providing a level of service once only expected from five-star hotels. Achieving that early vision to pair world-class skiing with luxury accommodations, gourmet food and impeccable service has made Deer Valley a staple atop most every list of the country’s best ski resorts.

The resort boasts three distinct lodging areas. Snow Park, near the base of the mountain, provides hotel rooms and private home options closer to the nightlife of the Historic Main

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Street. The uppermost lodging at Empire Pass provides stellar views, while Silver Lake has residences located in the middle of it all.

All of this is situated around more than 2,000 acres of alpine skiing that makes Deer Valley Resort the Best Ski Resort in North America, according to Condé Nast Traveler’s 2020 Readers’ Choice Awards.

Ski Exclusively

The winter season kicks off in early December and lasts through mid-April, leaving plenty of time to hit the slopes. Deer Valley understands excessive crowds dampen the overall experience, so they unapologetically limit the slopes to skiers only.

When you see the slopes, you’ll be glad they go through such troubles. There are 103 ski runs and six bowls for skiers of all levels to explore. After a few warmup runs, advanced skiers will choose to hit the black-diamond and double-black-diamond trails like The Fortune Teller or The Mayflower Chutes from atop Bald Mountain, which peaks at elevations up to 9,400 feet. With 21 chair lifts, there will be plenty of access to whatever trail suits your fancy.

This is a haven for expert skiers. However, we all start somewhere, and it's good to know Deer Valley’s ski school is second to none. With their Bambi Club, lessons start as young as 4 years old and continue on in several age-appropriate children’s groups. Of course, adult sessions and private one-on-one sessions are available to meet the needs of almost any novice skier or someone who just needs a refresher course.

Tandoori Traditions

With everything from small cafes offering takeout to reservation-only affairs, the dining options at Deer Valley are as varied as the immaculate slopes. This season marks the unveiling of Cast & Cut, the valley’s most anticipated new steakhouse. Located at Snow Park Lodge, Cast & Cut offers the quintessential steakhouse experience complete with dry-aged steaks, lobster, caviar and wild-caught trout accompanied by the best locally sourced ingredients, all freshly prepared by their team of award-winning chefs.

Enjoy a taste of the Alps when you visit Fireside Dining. The alpine-inspired menu starts off with a first course of warm and melty raclette or “roasted” Swiss cheese, which harkens back to the Middle Ages as it is served from stone fireplaces. Steamed potatoes and pickled onions pair up with housemade mustards, fruit chutneys, Italian salami and fresh baguettes that elevate your thinking of what charcuterie can be. Main courses include mountain weather-inspired comforts like grilled lamb T-bone steaks and veal and wild mushroom stew. Parents and pickier eaters need not worry as there are several casual eateries offering a wide variety of staples and kid-friendly options to choose from. DeerValley.com

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CAREER CONNECTION

ME SQUARED CANCER FOUNDATION HELD A TOAST AHEAD OF THE BLACK AND WHITE GALA

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THE SOUTHLAKE FOUNDATION HOSTED CAREER DAY AT CARROLL SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

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CELEBRATING CULTURE

WALNUT GROVE RECOGNIZES ALL OF ITS BACKGROUNDS AT THE MULTICULTURAL FAIR

THAT FACE

Wouldn’t you love to know what he’ s thinking?

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